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Autism-Friendly Summer Camps and Programs
Summer can be the highlight of a child’s year. We’ve compiled a list of autism-friendly summer camps for your family to make this year great!
Anthony Antoniou on Sibling Bonds, Autism, and Writing ‘Noah’s Big Problem’ at Age 14
At AutismBC, our Stories That Spark series highlights voices that deepen understanding, compassion, and inclusion across communities. In this feature, we are pleased to share […]
Dr. Jillian Roberts on Inclusion, Difference, and Helping Children Feel Seen
At AutismBC, our Stories That Spark series highlights voices that deepen understanding, compassion, and inclusion across communities. In this feature, we are pleased to share […]
Julie M. Green on Motherhood, Autism, and Radical Acceptance
Watch Julie M. Green Read from Motherness In this reading, Julie M. Green shares a selection from Motherness: A Memoir of Generational Autism, Parenthood, and […]
Decision-making Guides for Autistic People
Decision-making guides can be a helpful resource for autistic people and their supporters when making choices feels challenging. Learn all about them in this blog!
Ewan Horne-Green on Belonging, Neurodivergence, and Finding Your Own Path Through Story
Watch Ewan Horne-Green Read from What the Wind Brings In this reading, Ewan Horne-Green shares a selection from What the Wind Brings, a novel that […]
CYSN Funding Transition Fact Sheet
The following information is based on the fact sheet from the MCFD Townhall on February 17th, 2026. The Autism Funding Program (AFP) and School Age […]
Looking back: What autistic adults wish they had as children and teens
Looking back on their childhood and adolescence, autistic adults share valuable insight on the kinds of support they wish they had received.
AutismBC Community Update: Supporting Stability and Connection Through the CYSN Rollout
AutismBC Community Update: Supporting Stability and Connection Through the CYSN Rollout February 27, 2026 Over the past couple of weeks, families across disability communities have been […]
In the Press: AutismBC on CYSN Funding Changes (2026)
AutismBC has been in the news for our advocacy work regarding the MCFD’s announced changes to the CYSN funding framework.
MCFD Announces Major Changes to CYSN Funding
Important information for parents and caregivers of children with support needs: On February 10, 2026, the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD) announced an overhaul […]
Responsible public communication about disability, distress, and community supports
Review our open letter calling for responsible communication about disability, distress, and community-based supports in Coquitlam and beyond.
Special Interest-Focused Career Planning for Autistic Teens and Adults
Special interest-focused career planning can provide a way for autistic people of any ages to do what they love and love what they do.
Updates to MCFD’s Autism Funding Forms
As of January 15, 2026, MCFD have announced changes to two forms related to Autism Funding.
Honouring Chase and Supporting the BC Coroners Inquest
Honoring Chase de Ballinhard and Our Shared Commitment to Change—Public Safety and Solicitor General BC Coroners Services call for Inquest Today’s announcement from the Solicitor […]
Autistic Burnout, Caregiver Burnout, and the Holidays
The holidays can be a great time to relax, decompress, and be with loved ones. It’s also a common time to enter autistic and/or caregiver […]
Celebrating Lindy Chau’s Contributions to AutismBC
Lindy Chau has been with AutismBC for 25 years, about half of our organization’s history. Learn more about her in this blog.
Nina Pickburn’s Legacy: AutismBC and Beyond
A lot has changed since Nina Pickburn helped lay the foundation for what is now AutismBC. Learn more about her in this blog.