Autistic Adults
Gender and autism: What the autistic community wants you to know
Many autistic people have experiences of gender beyond identifying with the sex they were assigned at birth. Here are more tips for allies.
Iris Gray: Autism, Pride, and Mental Health
My Mental Health Journey I am bisexual and autistic, diagnosed in 2005. I have been diagnosed with Depression (specifically Dysthymia) and Generalized Anxiety Disorder. Dysthymia […]
Noelle Smith: Meditation and Mental Health
Content Warning: Bullying, diagnosis, school, mental health, suicide attempts “The Journey to Myself Through Yoga.” Hello, My name is Noelle Smith and I would like […]
3 Tips to Become Stigma-Free around Mental Health
Learn about stigma-free mental health care from Madeline at Stigma-Free Society in this insightful guest blog.
Juliani’s Journey on being Autistic and of Asian Descent
How do you prefer to identify? (i.e. individual on the spectrum, autistic, person with autism) That’s a good question. I have never thought about this. […]
Why does the language we use to talk about autism matter?
In 1997, when I was four years old, doctors at Sunny Hill Hospital gave me the diagnosis “high-functioning autism, as well as having traits of […]
Autism Acceptance Month 2021
Watch our Trailer: Part 1: The Diverse Spectrum Part 2: Unlearn. Autism. Stereotypes Part 3: Being Autistic Part 4: Don’t Assume. Listen. Part 5: Support […]
Belinda Fries: Receiving a Diagnosis After Your Child
Do you prefer person-first or identity-first language? I identify as autistic. For me, being autistic is having a different brain, so I feel it through […]
Kristen Hovet: The Female Autism Phenotype
Kristen Hovet, Founder and Author of the website The Other Autism, a website focused on the female autism phenotype, recently took some time to share […]
Celebrating Autistic Women
We understand the importance of gender expression and we are committed to inclusion. We will be focusing on Non-binary and Autigender content in our June […]
Girls are Autistic too
We are going to talk about Autistic Women and Girls. When you think of autism do girls and women come to mind? “Girls are less […]
Kenny Hoang: A Heartbreaking Story of Bullying
Do you prefer person first or identity-first language? When did you get an autism assessment? I prefer Person-first language. I got my autism assessment in […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
My Journey & Experiences with Accessibility: Jake Anthony
AutismBC community member and former staff Jake Anthony shares his journey and experiences with accessibility as an autistic adult.
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.