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.
自閉症社區訓練協會 | ACT in Chinese
我們協會希望透過知識的力量，幫助更多華裔家庭
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.
Managing Distressed Behaviour – Day 1 & 2 Training in Surrey
Surrey Campus - Kwantlen Polytechnic University 12666 72 Ave, Surrey, BC, CanadaThis in-person introductory course is designed to emphasize practical, non-confrontational approaches for assisting individuals experiencing significant distress and exhibiting challenging behaviors.
Wednesday, June 11, 2025, 9:30am -3:30pm PDT
Decolonizing Neurodivergence and Autism
Presented by Len Pierre and Allison Balfour
This full-day, strengths-based training offers a practical and culturally grounded introduction to Autism and Neurodivergence (e.g., Attention Deficit Hyper Activity Disorder, learning differences) for those working in or alongside Indigenous communities.
Grounded in the belief that all minds are sacred, this course emphasizes respectful, relationship-based ways of supporting Autistic and otherwise Neurodivergent children, youth, and adults.
Web Streaming
Surrey In-Person
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.
Helping Your Child with Autism Thrive in Sport and Recreation
Implementing Modified CBT in a Group Format to Treat Anxiety in Children with ASD: Insights for Parents, Clinicians, and Researchers
Building Community Recreation Skills: Why It’s Important to Get Your Child with Autism Involved, and Where to Start
Combating Compassion Fatigue for Families and Caregivers of Children with Diverse Needs
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!
