Walk YOUR Way
With a NEW website, enhanced participant experiences, and stronger community connections, we can’t wait to celebrate with you at Walk YOUR Way this fall!
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Video Project Club Unveils New Film!
This year's film "Reality Check News" is set as a recently rediscovered local news broadcast from 2003, packed with humour, creativity, and a healthy dose of nostalgia. Congratulations to all of the participants on another incredible production!
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It’s our vision to create a world where autism is understood, accepted and everyone is living a full life. We offer a range of programming, services and advocacy across the lifespan.
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Regional Autism Centres
We know that finding support close to home is important. That’s why we have local centres in communities across the province.
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Sunscreen Tips for Toddlers!
QuickStart Quick Tips! Getting toddlers ready for the sun can sometimes feel like a challenge—but it doesn’t have to be! With a few playful strategies, applying sunscreen can become a fun and easy part of your daily routine. Make it into a game.Using makeup brushes or taking turns can help turn sunscreen time into something…
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When Passion Meets Purpose: Landon’s Tip-to-Tip Run
Born and raised on Cape Sable Island, a small island off Nova Scotia’s southern tip, Landon Smith knows what it means to work hard. As a lobster fisherman, runner, and father, Landon is preparing for a new challenge: running more than 780 kilometres, tip to tip across Nova Scotia, in support of Autism Nova Scotia….
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Autism Action Plan
This Action Plan is building a comprehensive approach to move towards full community, economic, and social inclusion for Autistic people in Nova Scotia.
Completing the Action Plan is the first step of this work. Autism Nova Scotia will continue to collaborate with Autistic people, their families/caregivers, and government to implement this Autism Action Plan for Nova Scotia.
Creating Change
Working toward a world where autistic people no longer face barriers to living their best quality of life, Autism Nova Scotia advocates for the autistic community across all levels of government. We act as leaders in educating and training employers, organizations, and institutions in accepting and accommodating autistic individuals in all areas of society.
