THUNDER BAY — During his trip to the city , the Ontario Liberals' critic for labour and education said he met with the Ontario Autism Coalition about “what's happening in schools.”

There are two problems “that are the same, but are distinct” with Ontario’s special education program, Ottawa South MPP John Fraser said. One is what he called the underfunding of special education, and the other is the province tightening their grip on the school boards.

“Our challenge in schools really is about safe schools," Fraser said. "Underfunded special education, growing class sizes and a mental health crisis ... are making our classes, our schools, not safe places."

"Not safe places to learn, not safe places to work. I hear that as a common theme.”

Fraser also referenced the province drafting le

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