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Better Together Presents: Special Needs Resource Models in Ontario Municipalities (Webinar)
Recorded in March 2025, The Special Needs Resource Models in Ontario Municipalities Webinar explores different special needs resource models, the challenges and barriers faced, and key lessons learned from the field. Produced by Better Together with hosts Michelle Schurter & Dr. Emis Akbari.
Project Summary
Newly released research from Knowing Our Numbers revealed that a concerning percentage of child cares are sending children with disabilities home, denying them admission, or de-enlisting them from programs due to staffing shortages.
This webinar highlights regional strategies to support the inclusion of children with disabilities to foster more equitable access to early learning and care.
This webinar presented by Better Together and hosted live on Zoom March 20, 2025 explores different special needs resource models, the challenges and barriers faced, and key lessons learned from the field.
Speakers
Jennifer Butera, Manager of Children's Services, Community Strategy and Partnerships at Niagara Region
Shannon Costello, Director of Children's Services Cochrane District Services Board
Christine Charette, Children Services Supervisor, District of Timiskaming
Shannon Brown, Manager of Children's Services Department, United Counties of Leeds & Grenville