Politics
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.
Statement on the Elimination of the Disability Minister Role from Federal Cabinet
AutismBC, BC’s only autistic-led advocacy group, is deeply concerned and profoundly disappointed by the Federal Government’s decision to eliminate the dedicated Minister for Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities from the Federal Cabinet.
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.