ACT Events
Going to Bed Without Tears: Assessment and Treatment of Sleep-Related Problems
Join Dr. Mahshid Ghaemmaghami for a four-hour webinar on utilizing a biobehavioral approach to assess, treat and prevent sleep-related challenges.
Attendance meets the requirements for 4 BACB CEUs.
Last day to register is October 28 at 11:59pm
Knowledge that makes a difference
ACT – Autism Community Training specializes in evidence-informed training, research, and resources to support neurodivergent individuals.
We provide a comprehensive information portal with 3,000 resources, the Autism & Intellectual Disability (AID) Search.
What We Do
ACT Events
Live and web-streamed events featuring autism specialists.
Autism Videos @ ACT
Videos to support neurodiverse individuals, parents, and professionals.
Autism & Intellectual Disability Resources
Evidence-based practical information resources.
BC Resources
Community agencies, recreation activities, service providers, support groups, and education near you.
Community Events
ACT lists workshops and conferences in BC related to autism and other diverse needs.
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ACT in Punjabi
Resources for the Punjabi-speaking community in British Columbia.
Transition to Adulthood Hub
Outlines a framework for supporting young people from high school to adult life.
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Upcoming Events
Evidence-informed training opportunities featuring provincial and international experts on a range of topics.
Going to Bed Without Tears: Assessment and Treatment of Sleep-Related Problems
Web streaming live , CanadaJoin Dr. Mahshid Ghaemmaghami for a four-hour webinar on utilizing a biobehavioral approach to assess, treat and prevent sleep-related problems.
Language Matters: Transforming Healthcare for Neurodivergent People
Web streaming live , CanadaLevel: Beginner to AdvancedFor: Health care professionals, family members, autistic youth and adults, and community professionalsAutism Specific?: NoZoom captioning and ASL interpretation will be provided.Language Matters: Transforming Healthcare for Neurodivergent PeopleA free event supported by your donations. Please register below by November 28.Friday, November 29, 202412:00 pm to 1:30 pm... Continue Reading
An Early Intervention Model for Children with Autism: JASPER core domains, evidence, and implementation
SFU Vancouver at Morris J Wosk Centre for Dialogue West Hastings Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, CanadaJoin Dr. Connie Kasari and Dr. Stephanie Shire for a two-day event presenting JASPER (Joint Attention, Symbolic Play, Engagement and Regulation), an early intervention model for children with autism. Learn about new research approaches to personalizing interventions and supporting children’s development.
Empowering Neurodivergence: Affirming Approaches to Promote Wellbeing and Belonging for Autistic Students
SFU Vancouver at Harbour Centre 515 W. Hastings St., Vancouver, British Columbia, CanadaResearch practitioners and Autistic individuals will demonstrate the importance of learning neuro-affirming educational practices. Gain insights and practical skills in creating inclusive environments that support neurodivergent students and become a stronger ally and advocate for the Autistic Community.
ADOS-2 Clinical Training
SFU Vancouver at Harbour Centre 515 W. Hastings St., Vancouver, British Columbia, CanadaJoin Dr. Adam McCrimmon (PhD, RPsych) for a three-day, in-person Clinical Training on the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, Second Edition (ADOS-2). The ADOS-2 is used for assessing and diagnosing ASD across ages, developmental levels, and language skills.
Latest News
Discover Autism Videos @ ACT, where you can learn from top clinicians who share their latest research and experience on autism and neurodiversity. Whether you need guidance on Toilet Training, Sleep, Mental Health, PBS, IEP’s, Research or more, we have over 80 videos to help you understand and support neurodiverse individuals.
The Relationship between Anxiety and Social Competence
Building Community Recreation Skills: Why It’s Important to Get Your Child with Autism Involved, and Where to Start
Helping Your Child with Autism Thrive in Sport and Recreation
Combating Compassion Fatigue for Families and Caregivers of Children with Diverse Needs
Sex Matters: The secondary impact of low prevalence for girls and women with autism
Understanding the Needs of Girls and Women on the Autism Spectrum
Girls Night Out: Lessons learned from a unique intervention for girls with autism
Practical Strategies for Supporting Mental Wellness of Teenage Girls and Women with ASD
Autism & Intellectual Disability Resources
ACT has extensive information resources, including guides, articles and videos on a wide-range of topics, in multiple languages, sourced internationally to meet the needs of families and community professionals.
ACT 自閉症社區訓練協會，是加拿大卑詩省內針對家有自閉症兒童的家庭提供線上資訊和教育訓練的非營利機構。
Punjabi-language resources, and videos.
Autism & Diverse Needs Resources for British Columbia
Looking for resources specific to British Columbia? Visit the B.C. Resources page to find community agencies, recreational activities, service providers, support groups, education & employment, community events, the autism manual, new diagnosis hub, transition to adulthood, and much more!
Community Events
ACT lists workshops and conferences in B.C. related to autism and other diverse needs that are provided by local agencies and organizations.
Tuesday, October 22, 2024
Autism in the Teen Years
Tuesday, October 22, 2024 - Tuesday, November 5, 2024
MANDT for Families
Thursday, October 24, 2024
Autism in the Teen Years
Friday, October 25, 2024
Sensory Trick or Treat – Surrey
