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ACT – Autism Community Training
ACT specializes in evidence-informed training, research, and resources to support neurodiverse individuals.
We provide a comprehensive information portal with 3,000 resources, the Autism & Intellectual Disability (AID) Search.
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Upcoming Events
Evidence-informed training opportunities featuring provincial and international experts on a range of topics.
Mindfulness and Compassion in Parenting
This will be an accepting, non-judgmental group dedicated to building the emotional resilience of parents caring for Autistic children and adolescents (ages 0-19). Participation in this group will teach skills to help you recharge your emotional and physical reservoir, cope with stress effectively, improve your caregiving relationship and build associated skills in your child.
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.
Fostering Well-Being in Autistic Girls and Women
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
Sex Matters: The secondary impact of low prevalence for girls and women with autism
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.
Wednesday, December 6, 2023
FSI Learning Explorations ~ Transition Series: Representation Agreements
Thursday, December 7, 2023
Autism in the Teen Years
Sunday, December 10, 2023
Sensory Friendly Morning – Vancouver
Tuesday, December 12, 2023
Helping Families Access Resources & Benefits for Children/Youth with ASD
