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Understanding Executive Function

February 5, 2024

Want to understand Executive function? Executive function (EF) is a term used to describe a set of cognitive skills that are crucial for managing and […]

Working a Seasonal Job at Playland and the PNE Fair

July 7, 2023

“For thirteen years, I’ve been working at Playland & PNE. As an Autistic worker, I’m sharing with you my experience working there.”

Accessing Housing with Jeremy Tolmie

January 11, 2023

I was adopted. So, it wasn’t until my biological grandmother reached out to my parents and told them that it might be good to see a psychologist because of our family medical history. In 1999, my parents and I reached out to the Autism Society of BC in Nanaimo.

10 Ways to Better Support Autistic Employees

September 19, 2022

We asked our autistic content creator Aly Laube to share some advice on how managers can better support autistic employees.

7 Tips for Post-Secondary Success

August 29, 2022

Succeeding as an autistic student comes with challenges, but these helpful tips might make it easier to do well in post-secondary school.

Creating Inclusive Queer Spaces

June 14, 2022

This pride month, we’d like to highlight the many autistic queer people in our community and challenge pride event organizers to think about accessibility.

Meeting Sensory Needs During the Holidays

December 16, 2021

Lisa Watson is a Regional Coordinator with AutismBC and a parent of an autistic child. Jake Anthony is an adult on the autism spectrum.  Plan […]

How do I get an emotional support dog?

September 12, 2021

“I am interested in getting an emotional support or therapy dog but I don’t know the difference. How do I know which one is best […]

Autism Travel with Ange

August 18, 2021

Get the expert scoop on travelling while autistic and/or with autistic people from AutismBC Guest Blog Author, Ange of “Travel with Ange!”

What is Sensory-Friendly and what does it matter?

April 9, 2021

Learn about sensory processing and sensory-friendly solutions in this guest blog from Christel Seeberger from Sensory-Friendly Solutions.