London North Centre NDP MPP Terence Kernaghan joined educators and ETFO representatives at a Queen's Park news conference on June 3, 2026, to demand more funding for students with special needs. The group accused the provincial government of abandoning children who require additional support.
Funding Shortfall Impacting Students
Teachers from the Thames Valley region expressed frustration over insufficient resources, stating that classrooms are struggling to meet the diverse needs of students. “Students have been abandoned by this government,” one educator said, highlighting the lack of specialized staff and materials.
Union Calls for Action
The Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario (ETFO) has been vocal about the need for increased investment in special education. The union argues that without adequate funding, students with disabilities and learning challenges are left behind.
MPP Kernaghan emphasized the urgency of the situation, calling on the government to prioritize education funding in the upcoming budget. “Every child deserves a fair chance to succeed,” he stated.
