Josh Goring: From Special Interest to Successful Career
Growing up, Josh watched what he describes as “way too many movies and television shows.” He wouldn’t learn he was autistic until he was 16, but […]
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Response to the Ministry’s Claims and Facts Document—BCDC Release
The following is from the British Columbia Disability Collaborative. Response to the Ministry’s Claims and Facts Document June 23, 2026 Introduction The BC Disability Collaborative […]
“Is your child disabled enough?”—BCDC Press Release
The following is a press release from the British Columbia Disability Collaborative. Is Your Child Disabled Enough? The BC Disability Collaborative Condemns New Disability Benefit […]
MCFD CYSN Services and Job Action Updates
*This article has been copied in full from a document provided by the Ministry. We’re sharing it here in a more accessible format. Ministry of […]
Joni Oldhoff on Systemic and Intergenerational Poverty
We hear a lot about intergenerational trauma, but we rarely talk about the trauma of intergenerational poverty.
Why Pink Shirt Day is Important to me as an Autistic Person
For Anthony, an autistic adult community member, Pink Shirt Day is important because it raises the topic of becoming allies to the disability community.
Working a Seasonal Job at Playland and the PNE Fair
“For thirteen years, I’ve been working at Playland & PNE. As an Autistic worker, I’m sharing with you my experience working there.”
How to Strengthen Your Advocacy Skills as a Caregiver
In this guest blog, Cynthia Lockrey shares with us 6 ways to become a stronger advocate for your child on the spectrum.
From Diagnosis to Degree: A story of a Neurodiversity-Affirming Therapist-Mom
Kerry Schroeder is a neurodiversity-affirming Registered Clinical Counsellor and parent coach based in Vancouver, BC, Canada. She empowers parents of neurodivergent children with science-backed education and strengths-based strategies.
Helpful and Unhelpful School Experiences
Content Warning: Bullying, school system, mental health School can be a challenging place, especially when those around you don’t take the time to understand your […]
Autism Travel with Ange
At AutismBC, we listen to the voices of our members and try to learn from them. We have created a series of guest blogs to […]
What is Sensory-Friendly and what does it matter?
Christel worked in health care for more than 25 years helping children, adults and seniors with sensory sensitivity and sensory overload. Christel has sensory sensitivity […]
Pride and AutismBC
“In a fast-paced and diverse world, it can be easy to make a wrong turn. With no ill intent, you can suddenly find yourself being […]
Autism — A Mother’s Evolving Understanding
I remember clearly the first time someone said to me, “What about autism?” That question provoked in me burning anger, and a […]
Transition into Post-Secondary with Evan Noble
My name is Evan Noble, and I am 22 years old. This past June (2019) I received my Computer Information Systems diploma from Okanagan College. […]