Autism Acceptance

When we talk about autism inclusion today, we often use words such as acceptance, accessibility, accommodation, belonging, and neurodiversity. These are important words, but as a Métis person, […]

As we pause to reflect on World Autism Day and Autism Acceptance Month dawns, we come together—nearly 11,000 members strong—to celebrate who we are and the vibrant, diverse tapestry of our autistic community across British Columbia.

As conversations around autism awareness and acceptance evolve, so do the symbols and colours representing the autistic community. While blue has long been associated with […]

Autistic adults are just as much a part of the community as children, teens, and seniors, but information about us is harder to find.

These 10 things you might not know about autism can help you understand the autistic community and challenge harmful myths.

These 10 things you might not know about the autism community and acceptance might surprise you, especially if you’re an allistic ally.

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 […]

This Autism Acceptance Month, we’re profiling five autistic adults who received a late diagnosis or are still struggling to access one. Here are the barriers that stand in their way.

It can be easy to forget the upsides of being autistic when confronted with so much media that focuses on the negatives. But the pros, not just the cons, deserve to be recognized and celebrated not just by autistic people, but also by allies and professionals.  

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

Why is Intersectionality Important? In pop culture and on social media, autism looks like a white boy with high support needs. His autistic behaviours are […]

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 […]

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 […]

The poll results are in: April is now Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month! AutismBC’s mission is to empower, support, and connect the autism community in […]

I remember clearly the first time someone said to me,      “What about autism?”      That question provoked in me burning anger, and a […]