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Special education

Special education is the public educational system’s approach to helping all kinds of exceptional students reach their potential and get a useful education. Exceptionality, with respect to needs, can be identified in a number of domains, including problems with the senses, emotional problems or behavioural problems, autistic spectrum disorders, global developmental delay or intellectual disability, specific learning disabilities and giftedness.

Arthritis associations

This page provides information about leading arthritis organizations in Canada.

Arthritis associations

Moving on: Higher education

Learn about things to consider if you are planning to attend higher education including how to decide on the right type of education for you and expectations of higher education.

Cancer programs and resources

Find helpful resources and programs to support you, your child and your family during your child's cancer treatment.

Mathematics resources

There are many mathematics books, games, computer programs and other resources available for parents to help their child learn math skills.

Accessibility and support in higher education

Find out about the supports that are available to you to help you succeed in higher education.

CPR in a child (from age 1 to puberty)

CPR is a life-saving technique that combines chest compressions and rescue breaths (mouth-to-mouth resuscitation).

Types of community health services

There are many different types of community health services that are available to help you and your child.

Moving on: Higher education

Down syndrome

Down syndrome is a genetic condition present at birth. Learn about the symptoms, complications and outlook for children with Down syndrome.

CPR in a baby (0 to 12 months): First aid

CPR is a life-saving technique that combines chest compressions and rescue breaths (mouth-to-mouth resuscitation). Along with hands-on CPR training, this information can help save your baby's life.

Transitioning through health care as a teenager: Timeline

Recommendations for navigating your way through the health-care system as a teenager and gaining independence in managing your own health care.

Moving on: Higher education

Learn what to expect when attending college or university, and what accommodations and supports are available to you when pursuing higher education.

Reading and writing resources

There are many resources available to help your child learn to read, including books, workbooks, games and computer programs.

Talking to your school about your sickle cell disease

Find out why it is important to talk to your school about your sickle cell disease and learn about the accommodations that may be available at your middle or high school, college or university.

Keeping kids on the move

Find out how active transportation and child-friendly communities can help children be more independent and physically active.

Phonological problems: Resources

There are books, games and computer programs available to parents to help their child with phonological awareness.

Common types of vaccines

Vaccines help to protect you against many different diseases. Learn about different vaccines and how to keep track of which vaccines you have had.

The financial impact of cancer

Learn how cancer can financially impact you and your family, and the resources available to help you manage.

Tuberculosis (TB) disease

Tuberculosis (TB) is a curable bacterial disease spread from person to person through the air. Learn more about TB in children, including its causes, signs and symptoms and how it is diagnosed and treated.

Accessing medications for cystic fibrosis in Ontario

There are several different ways cystic fibrosis patients can have their medications covered in Ontario. Learn what your child may qualify for and how to access these programs.

Hemophilia and school

Teens living with hemophilia can learn helpful tips on post-secondary school, including how to budget.

Blood and marrow transplant (BMT) resources and links

Parents can find helpful resources on blood and marrow transplants.

Off-road vehicle (ORV) and all-terrain vehicle (ATV) safety

Learn about the safety measures you and your family should consider before driving an off-road vehicle (ORV), including all-terrain vehicles (ATVs).