We are thrilled to be hosting our 11th annual Best of Local gala event, proudly presented by Stewart McKelvey on October 17th at the beautiful Cedar Events Centre. Join us for an evening that celebrates all things Nova Scotian as we bring together the best of local entertainment, wine and food.
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Autism Nova Scotia is proud to honour educators from across the province with the Sheelagh Nolan Award for Excellence in Teaching.
Celebrate an educator who goes above and beyond in teaching and supporting Autistic students by nominating them for the Sheelagh Nolan Award. Nominations are due by November 4, 2024.
Thank you to all the incredible educators who make a difference in our lives by helping students learn and grow!
Membership offers many benefits, both to yourself and our organization. Your annual membership fee goes directly towards supporting the resources and programming Autism Nova Scotia offers for the autism community throughout the province.
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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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Autism Nova Scotia is cautiously optimistic about the release of Canada’s National Autism Framework that was announced today. This is inching closer to supporting the rights, inclusion, and well-being of Autistic individuals and their families across the country, but we also realize more work needs to be done. While the framework falls short of some…
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Children learn best when having fun. Here are some strategies to make playtime enjoyable and motivating for toddlers: Avoid asking too many questions or quizzing, as this can create pressure and may reduce willingness to talk. Instead, focus on commenting and narrating activities to help grow vocabulary while keeping the experience playful and relaxed. If…
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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.
