Autism Assessment in BC
Autism Assessment in BC In BC, there are publicly funded autism assessments available. They are done through the BC Autism Assessment Network, but a referral […]
Author: AutismBC
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Band 13th Floor’s Journey on Employment and Adulting
You may remember 13th Floor from their amazing performance at the 2020 BC Autism Awards show. In between gigs and band practices, band members Adam, […]
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Broadcasting Workshop: Lights, Camera, Autism
Lights, Camera, Autism! is a fun, unique way for teens to practice interacting in a supportive environment. It is a highly innovative broadcasting workshop specifically designed for high school students on the autism spectrum to develop and strengthen their social skills. Many skills in broadcasting are transferable and applicable to communicating in everyday life! Examples include having a two-way conversation, asking relevant questions of others, listening to answers, staying on topic, and observing body language!
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Parenting as a neurodivergent dad with Bruce Petherick
You identify as being neurodivergent. For those who aren’t familiar with that word, what does it mean to you? One of the first books about […]
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Autistic Adulting
We have listened to our members and understand that it’s not easy to access adult support and services, so we have compiled a list of […]
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Coping Thru COVID: Autistic Adults and Isolation
“My mother mentored me in finding my voice to advocate for myself and for others…She’s the reason I am the person and the advocate I […]
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Mac Walsh’s self-advocacy journey
How do you like to be identified? (i.e. Autistic, an individual living with autism, person on the spectrum, etc.) I am 19. I identify as autistic […]
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Your Guide to Accessing Community Supports and Services in BC
Amanda: Creating programs and environments that are free from barriers and proactive in providing supports. Every person is included and their possible needs are considered […]
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Krystian Shaw: The Kamloops Self-Advocate
Tell us about your diversability journey. Hi, My name is Krystian Shaw. I live with developmental disabilities and an anxiety disorder. I dreamed about working […]
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Coping Thru COVID: Challenges for Autism Families
Disclaimer: This blog post has been updated in accordance with the AutismBC 2025 Communication Guide. Any mentions of “respite” have been changed to “caregiver wellbeing […]
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Moving to BC and Finding Autism Support
Moving to BC? Autism programs, funding and supports available vary from province to province. If you are moving to British Columbia, these are some provincial […]
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Finding Support Services for Autism in BC
Disclaimer: This blog post has been updated in accordance with the AutismBC 2025 Communication Guide. Any mentions of “respite” have been changed to “caregiver wellbeing support” as […]
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2020 BC Autism Awards: Winners
On October 25th, we were given the opportunity to celebrate our #EverydayAutismHeroes at the 2020 BC Autism Awards, presented by Applewood Auto Group! It was a truly inspiring […]
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2020 BC Autism Awards: Shortlist
The shortlist for the BC Autism Awards 2020 is here! Thank you for nominating your Everyday Autism Heroes. Their dedication and passion for the autism […]
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TransLink Mobility Guide & Accessible Transit 3D Bus Tool
Users of the virtual 3D bus tool can practice boarding buses online and peruse the built-in mobility guide for a more accessible experience.
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Our Response to Violence Towards Children on the Autism Spectrum
We at AutismBC would like to express our concern regarding the information provided to the public about two recent incidents involving children on the autism […]
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Dr. Grace Iarocci
About Dr. Grace Iarocci Dr. Grace Iarocci has worked in autism research since 1992, and in 2000 joined Simon Fraser University where she founded the Autism and […]
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Autism Funding
Autism Funding Unit In BC, we have access to provincial government funding for autism services through the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD). People […]
