ACT News and Resources

October is Autism Awareness Month in Canada Dear ACT Community, Autism Acceptance Month in Canada is a time to celebrate the diversity and unique strengths of the autistic community, while raising awareness about the challenges autistic people continue to face. It’s an opportunity to foster inclusion, advocate for meaningful change,… Continue Reading

A parent’s innovative approach to fitness for their autistic son focuses on personalized, home-based activities. Using sensory equipment and creative exercises like obstacle courses and balance challenges, father and son turn challenges into growth opportunities and extend a positive relationship with physical activity and empowering their son to embrace fitness… Continue Reading

We are eagerly anticipating the summer holidays, followed by a vibrant fall season packed with a variety of exciting events: From Executive Functioning Skills to Food Selectivity and Sleep-Related Problems, we aim to offer something for everyone. And don’t miss out on our new Autism tailored, targeted programs. Plus, we… Continue Reading

Our upcoming events all incorporate a distinct family component, from managing distressed behaviour to supporting kids during mealtimes. And, with summer at our doorstep (hopefully!), we are also inviting providers in BC to submit their summer camps to our community events list. And don’t forget to mark your calendar for… Continue Reading

We are happy to announce that Eva-Maria Rauter has recently joined the ACT Team in the role of Administrative Events and Marketing Coordinator. Eva-Maria is originally from Austria. Before she moved to Canada in 2024, she worked for a large healthcare organization in Switzerland for seven years. In her last… Continue Reading