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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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
AutismBC Update: Supporting Families with Clarity During the BCGEU Strike
The Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD) has clarified that the Autism Funding Unit and At Home Program remain open during the BCGEU strike.
Our Statement on BCGEU Strike and Autism Funding Disruption
Families across the province are experiencing significant disruptions due to the closure of the Autism Funding Unit office.
AutismBC Advocates for Change After the Loss of Surrey Neurodivergent Student in Police Incident
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE AutismBC Offers Support and Guidance Amid Community Mourning Richmond, British Columbia — February 11, 2025 — AutismBC extends our deepest sympathies to […]
Our Statement on Systemic Failures at CLBC – AutismBC Supports Down Syndrome BC
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 […]
BC Election 2024: Political Parties’ Promises for the Disabled/Autistic Community
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.
BC Disability Collaborative’s Response to 2024 BC Budget
As a collective, the BCDC is deeply concerned and profoundly disappointed with the funding provided in Provincial Budget 2024 for disabled British Columbians.
Explainer: Canada’s National Autism Strategy
A national autism strategy would help encourage a unified approach, ensure consistency in the services provided between provinces, promote best practices, and address support gaps.
2023 Budget: No Investment to Address the Autism Assessment Crisis
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 […]
Politics and self-advocacy with Basil Langevin
Basil Langevin is an autistic city council candidate in Saanich (a municipality within Greater Victoria). They share with us their journey into politics and what inspired them along the way.
Federal Election 2021: What you need to know
Voting Guides: Accessible Voting — Elections Canada Election Toolkit 2021 — Autism Alliance of Canada Accessible Voting Guide — InclusionBC As members of the […]