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Not-for-profit organizations and government agencies in British Columbia.

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Agencies

Community-based recreational resources, some of which are specific to children and adults with autism.

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Community-based professionals who provide services in B.C. This listing is separate from the Registry of Autism Service Providers for children under six.

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Providers

Provides mutual support for groups of parents, siblings, grandparents, as well as individuals with ASD. Some groups are focused on autism; others have a wider reach.

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Family Support Institute of BC

Online Zoom Sessions

FSI holds a variety of online support groups and hangouts via Zoom. Themes include: Behavior Challenges, Families Receiving Nursing supports, Parents of non-speaking children with ...

New Westminster, BC

Classifications: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Related Conditions

Support Group

English

Sibling Support Groups (Ages 10-12)

The goals of the group are to provide an opportunity for the participants to meet other siblings and to share their common experiences. The content of each group is directed by th...

Classifications: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Family Life

Support Group

English

Single Mothers' Services & Mentorship Programs

Support Group for Single Mothers of Children on the Autism Spectrum

This FREE program offers a friendly, supportive space where women can share experiences, information and resources unique to being a single mother of children on the Autism Spectru...

Richmond, BC

Classifications: Family Life, Autism Spectrum Disorders

Support Group

English

Sicamous ASD Support Group

A place for parents, caregivers, support workers of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder or suspected ASD to speak their minds, share, gain knowledge and advise.

Sicamous , BC

Classifications: Autism Spectrum Disorders

Support Group

English

Sooke Autism Support Society (SASS)

Caregiver Support & Information Group

We provide support through our monthly meetings, engaging in individual mentoring with families and providing a lending library with books, videos, games, workbooks & more. We als...

Sooke, BC

Classifications: Advocacy, Education

Support Group

English

Victoria Autism-Asperger Meetup Group

Twice-monthly meetings for autistic adults plus other one-time events such as picnics, potlucks, movie nights, bowling or mini-golf.

Victoria, BC

Classifications: Adults With ASD, Adults With ASD

Support Group

English

OSNS Child Development Centre

Early Childhood Autism Family Support Group

A monthly support group for families that receive services through the OSNS Child Development Centre. Please contact the organizer for more details.

Penticton, BC

Classifications: Family Life

Support Group

English

North Okanagan Youth & Family Services Society

Parents of Children with Special Needs Support Group

"Parents meet monthly to share stories, concerns and ideas with other parents who face similar challenges." [Website]

Vernon, BC

Classifications: Family Life

Support Group

English

Lower Mainland Down Syndrome Society

LMDSS Parent Networking Groups

Lower Mainland Down Syndrome Society offer Parent Networking Groups in Vancouver, Burnaby, Langley and Surrey. Support Meetings are hosted by parents of children with Down Syndro...

Surrey, BC

Classifications: Family Life

Support Group

English

Semiahmoo House Society

Self-Advocate Group

The Semiahmoo House Society Self-Advocate Group meets monthly to discuss issues that concern them and to ensure the rights and needs of the individuals involved are met.

Surrey, BC

Classifications: Advocacy

Support Group

English

Shuswap Children's Association

Autism Support Group

The first hour of this support group is for parents and caregivers. Everyone is welcome for the 2nd hour from 7:30 – 8:30 p.m., when guest speakers and local service providers pr...

Salmon Arm, BC

Classifications: Autism Spectrum Disorders

Support Group

English

Ridge Meadows Child Development Center

It’s All About Connections

It’s All About Connections is a support and information group for parents of children with extra support needs. This group is co-facilitated by Carol Middleton, Family Support Wo...

Maple Ridge, BC

Classifications: Family Life, Related Conditions

Support Group

English

Ridge Meadows Association for Community Living

Ridge Meadows Autism Information and Support Group

Meetings are open to parents of children and youth diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or other developmental disabilities. Topics and Speakers vary depending on needs/ r...

Maple Ridge, BC

Classifications: Family Life

Support Group

English

The Vancouver Asperger Autism Union

The Vancouver Asperger Autism Union Support Group

The Vancouver Asperger Autism Union holds social meetings and philosophical discussions for adults with Asperger’s syndrome.

Vancouver, BC

Classifications: Adults With ASD, Family Life

Support Group

English

Autism Society of BC

Nanaimo ASBC Support Group

The Autism Society sponsors and refers BC-Wide Community Groups to support parents and families living with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) throughout the province.

Nanaimo, BC

Classifications: Family Life, Autism Spectrum Disorders

Support Group

English

Autism Society of British Columbia

North Shore ASBC Support Group

The Autism Society sponsors and refers BC-Wide Community Groups to support parents and families living with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) throughout the province.

North Shore, BC

Classifications: Family Life

Support Group

English

The Square Peg Society

Square Peg Society was formed by parents to support Aspergers & atypical young adults transitioning to adulthood, and their families. This group offers information pertaining to ke...

Burnaby, BC

Classifications: Advocacy

Support Group

English

Autism Support Network

Neighbourhood Networks

Neighbourhood Networks are groups of parents that hold meetings regularly in their area. These meetings are open to all parents and are a place to meet with and learn from more ex...

Burnaby, BC

Classifications: Advocacy, Family Life

Support Group

English

Autism Support Network

Neighbourhood Networks

Neighbourhood Networks are groups of parents that hold meetings regularly in their area. These meetings are open to all parents and are a place to meet with and learn from more ex...

Tri-Cities, BC

Classifications: Advocacy, Family Life

Support Group

English

Autism Support Network

Neighbourhood Networks

Neighbourhood Networks are groups of parents that hold meetings regularly in their area. These meetings are open to all parents and are a place to meet with and learn from more ex...

Vancouver, BC

Classifications: Advocacy, Family Life

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