About Us
Advocating alongside and supporting individuals on the Autism Spectrum, their families, and caregivers.
For over 45 years Autism Canada has had a national perspective on the issues currently facing those with Autism Spectrum Disorder, their families, caregivers, and allies. Autism Canada’s primary mandate is to increase the quality of life and well-being of people on the Autism Spectrum through education, advocacy, and support.
Autism Canada is committed to delivering the highest quality programs and community resources like the national annual Au-Some Conference, our dedicated Family Support team, a first-of-its-kind Search and Rescue for Autism program, and an exceptional catalogue offering autism education to both the public and private sectors. Autism Canada is proud to have served the autism community in Canada since 1976.
Our Story
Our history is one rich in education, advocacy, support and an unwavering dedication to improving the lives of individuals on the autism spectrum and their families.
In 2015, two of Canada’s largest, leading autism organizations — Autism Society Canada (established in 1976) and Autism Canada Foundation (established in 2002) – amalgamated to form Autism Canada.
Members realized that by joining together, they could build one strong organization to support the Canadian autism community.
Autism Canada is the only Canadian autism advocacy organization with a national perspective on the issues currently facing those with ASD, their families and other stakeholders.
Values
Integrity: We are accountable to each other, our community, and to our mission and vision.
Empathy: We listen with intent and understand what is most important to our community and their allies
Resilience: We are not afraid of making mistakes. If we make mistakes, we learn from them. We are not afraid of change.
Tenacity: We are humble and respectful. We are courageous through adversity
Vision
That people on the Autism Spectrum have full, happy, and healthy lives.
Mission
Advocate for and support individuals on the Autism Spectrum, their families, and caregivers living in Canada