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Shayna Kershaw is AutismBC’s Regional Coordinator for the interior. In this article, she shares how her daughter Chloe found her love of playing hockey.   […]

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 […]

There is a lack of information around autism and menopause. As a result, many autistic people are unsupported through what can be a tremendous upheaval in their physical, cognitive, and emotional health. This blog will help you begin to understand what to expect and how to support yourself though this major transition.

Here’s my story of advocacy for my three autistic children and navigating the various schooling methods available to us.

School can be a significant challenge for neurodivergent students. The pressures of school may lead to frequent absences or school avoidance. Gaining deeper insight into the stressors of school can help, from sensory differences to social demands.

Dating as an undiagnosed autistic person was a challenge to say the least. Facing the sensory overwhelm of common first date activities combined with the […]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  AutismBC Offers Support and Guidance Amid Community Mourning  Richmond, British Columbia — February 11, 2025 — AutismBC extends our deepest sympathies to […]

Public Statement: “The Ongoing Systemic Failures at Community Living British Columbia (CLBC)” – A response in support of Down Syndrome BC  AutismBC stands in strong support […]

February is Black History Month — a time set aside to learn and honour black history in Canada and beyond. Here are a few resources we have collected on some of the overlooked stories you may not know about. 

Statement from the Executive Director of AutismBC on the Report by the Representative for Children and Youth – Too Many Left Behind Jan 31, 2025 […]

Stevie Artemenko is a passionate author, copywriter, special education assistant, and mother of three. She recently published a book “Life Skills: Checklists and Guidance for people who need help navigating everyday life” which is a resource for navigating executive functioning challenges. Read to the end of the blog to find the book for purchase.  

For 50 years, AutismBC has been a vital lifeline for the autism community in British Columbia. We’ve championed advocacy, built invaluable resources, and created opportunities […]

BC landmarks will shine teal this January to honour AutismBC’s 50th anniversary 

The holidays can be a challenging time, whether you’re autistic or not. Whether it’s the change in routine, having to see people you don’t like […]

Fawning is an attempt to reduce the amount of pain and suffering someone’s experiencing by being a neutralizing, easygoing presence.

ADHD can look different in different people, just like with autism. They experience it and show symptoms in unique ways often missed by diagnosticians, for example.

According to the Ministry of Social Development and Poverty Reduction, “approximately 1.157 million British Columbians identify as having a disability, an increase of 25% from the 2017 survey”. With over 170,200 individuals and families in BC relying on social or disability assistance (BCgreens2024.ca), understanding where political parties stand on issues affecting the disabled and autistic community is essential as we approach election season. Deciding who to vote for can feel overwhelming, so let’s break down what some of the main parties are offering.

Autistic people of any age can make meaningful friendships based on kindness, empathy, and inclusion.