PPM (Policy / Program Memorandum)

What it means

An Ontario Ministry of Education directive setting out policy and procedure for school boards. Several are relevant to special education — for example, PPM 140 requires school boards to incorporate ABA-based instructional methods where appropriate for students with autism.

Term details

Category: education

Regional use: canada

Last source check: July 28, 2026

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