Halifax

Movement is important for every stage of development and helps promote an active lifestyle. Fundamental movements can boost mood, improve cognitive ability, and support better sleep. The QuickStart team has 10 movement tips to help you break out of hibernation: If you want to learn more about QuickStart Nova Scotia or have questions, email us at quickstart@autismns.ca or call…

Earlier this year, Autism Nova Scotia opened our Pinwheel Wellness Centre to support Autistic adults who are experiencing mild-to-moderate mental health needs. The Pinwheel Wellness Centre will help unlock access to much needed mental health services and social coaching for Autistics adults. These necessary services will address the immediate needs of the autism community, and…

QuickStart Nova Scotia, our parent mediated coaching program that help parents and caregivers of toddlers with autism support their child’s development, expanded across the province this spring. Since the implementation of QuickStart Nova Scotia in 2018, 195 children in the Halifax Regional Municipality have been enrolled in the program. With an investment from the provincial…

Autism Nova Scotia’s 2022 Annual General Meeting took place via Zoom on Wednesday, June 29 from 6:30 to 7:30 pm (AST). View our 2021-2022 AGM video here!