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April 11, 2025

‘It’s a movement’: Flag Raising Ceremonies Across Nova Scotia

The Autism Nova Scotia flag was raised in communities across the province in early April to celebrate the start of Autism Acceptance Month! Autism Acceptance Month takes place every April…

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April 10, 2025

Egg Hunt Fun

Egg hunts are not just about finding treats they can also be a great way to support communication, social, and motor skills in a fun and engaging way! Here are…

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April 1, 2025

Celebrating Autism Acceptance Month

Autism Acceptance Month is here! Can you feel the excitement in the air? April is an especially important month to go above-and-beyond in promoting understanding, acceptance and inclusion for everyone.…

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March 27, 2025

E-Bikes: A Gift of Hope

Last fall, Autism Nova Scotia received an extraordinary donation of 76 e-bikes from Carson Exports. These incredible gifts have created opportunities for Autistic individuals to explore their communities, enhance their…

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March 23, 2025

The Power of Gestures

Gestures are crucial in language development, communication, and learning. Children rely on gestures to express thoughts, emotions meaning, interact with others, and intentions. Why Are Gestures Powerful? Early Communication: Use…

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