ACT-Autism Community Training

03/21/2026

Building a world where neurodivergent individuals thrive in an equitable and inclusive society.💙

Day 5 – Advocacy

Inclusion is not optional—it’s essential.

📣 Use your voice. Advocate. Amplify.

03/21/2026

Day 4 – Strengths & Celebration

Celebrating strengths, talents, and unique perspectives.

✨ Tag someone whose strengths inspire you

03/20/2026

Building a world where neurodivergent individuals thrive in an equitable and inclusive society.💙

Day 3 – Lived Experiences

Every story matters. Every voice deserves to be heard.

💬 Share your experience or support in the comments

03/20/2026

Building a world where neurodivergent individuals thrive in an equitable and inclusive society.💙

Day 2 – Awareness & Education

Understanding leads to inclusion—let’s learn together.

📌 Save this post and share to spread awareness

03/19/2026

Building a world where neurodivergent individuals thrive in an equitable and inclusive society.💙

Day 1 – Join the Movement

Join us this week as we celebrate, learn, and advocate for neurodivergent voices.

👉 Follow along, share, and be part of the conversation

03/18/2026

📢 Expanded Support for Children and Youth with Disabilities

The Province of BC has announced updates to financial supports for children and youth with disabilities, including changes related to autism funding.

This update includes increased funding, new benefit programs, and expanded community services for families across British Columbia.

📄 For full details, please review the information guide:
https://www.actcommunity.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/CYSN-Inforgraphic-1-Expanded-Support-Financial-FINAL.pdf

If you have questions about how these changes may affect your family, please contact the Ministry directly:
📧 mcf.childrenyouthsupportneeds@gov.bc.ca

03/13/2026

🌊 Accessible Performance for Neurodivergent Audiences

We’re happy to share this unique and inclusive performance coming to Vancouver as part of the Vancouver International Dance Festival (VIDF).

Hudu is an interactive and sensory theatre experience designed especially for neurodivergent audiences, including individuals on the autism spectrum and those with intellectual disabilities.

Join two divers on an enchanting underwater journey, accompanied by live musicians creating an immersive soundscape. Audience members are free to engage in their own way in this relaxed performance environment.

✨ Relaxed performance
✨ All ages welcome
✨ Interactive sensory experience
✨ Low-stimulation space available

📍 Roundhouse Performance Centre – Vancouver
📅 March 13 – 3:00 PM & 5:00 PM
📅 March 14 – 11:00 AM & 1:00 PM
⏱ Duration: 45 minutes

🎟 Tickets & details:
https://www.vidf.ca/aluma.html

This performance has a limited capacity of 35 people per show, so early booking is recommended.

Aluma: Cie de Théâtre

03/12/2026

ACT had fun at Burnaby Schools-A path Forward tonight

03/08/2026

🌟 Missed our Kindergarten Preparation Workshop? The recording is now available!

Starting kindergarten is an exciting milestone for children and families — and preparation can make the transition smoother and more confident.

If you couldn’t join us live, you can now watch the recording of our free parent workshop, Preparing Your Child for Kindergarten, presented by Angie Ho, M.Ed., BCBA and Jennifer Vellenoweth, M.Sc., BCBA.

In this session, you’ll learn practical strategies to support your child’s transition to school, including:

✔ Building confidence and independence
✔ Supporting emotional readiness
✔ Developing skills through everyday routines
✔ Preparing families for the kindergarten transition

🎥 Watch the recording here:
https://www.actcommunity.ca/education/videos/kindergarten-preparation-workshop-recording/

While you're there, explore ACT’s Video Section, where you’ll find many other free workshops and learning resources for parents, caregivers, educators, and professionals supporting neurodivergent children and youth.

03/06/2026

🏒 ACT at the BCIHL Championships!

ACT is excited to be at the BCIHL Championships – Game #2: VIU Mariners vs UVIC Vikes today at Queen’s Park Arena in New Westminster.

This special game supports Autism Community Training, helping build more inclusive workplaces and communities across British Columbia.

Sport has an incredible way of bringing people together, and we’re proud to be part of an event that highlights community, inclusion, and awareness.

If you're attending the championship tournament, come say hello!

📍 Queen’s Park Arena
📅 BCIHL Championship Tournament: March 5–8

02/23/2026

We are sharing this report from the BC Representative for Children and Youth:
We Are Not Looking Away – Violence in the Lives of Children, Youth, and Families: What We Heard

https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:VA6C2:bce454e4-bccf-480f-bfd0-179b1bf26327

02/19/2026

Sacred Minds with Jordan White