Autism Canada
Resources, education, provincial funding guides and support for autistic and neurodivergent people, families and caregivers.
Explore Autism Canada resources →A calm place to begin
Support communication. Follow the joy.
Trusted starting points for families learning about autism, Childhood Apraxia of Speech, AAC and accessible digital experiences.
Trusted starting points
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Supports and services
Canadian information about supports, communication, speech-language services and finding help in your province or territory.
View Canadian supports →Childhood Apraxia of Speech
Plain-language information about CAS, assessment, speech-language support and ways a child may communicate.
Learn about childhood apraxia →AAC is a real voice
AAC can supplement speech or provide another way to communicate. It may include gestures, pictures, boards, apps or speech-generating devices.
Read ASHA’s AAC guidance →Communication access
Practical guidance including extra processing time, quiet spaces, checking understanding and supporting voice-output communication aids.
Open Canada’s accessibility toolkit →WCAG 2.2
The international standard behind accessible text, controls, captions, reduced movement and predictable website experiences.
Explore WCAG guidance →When you have concerns: speak with your child’s health-care provider or a qualified speech-language pathologist. Screening information is not a diagnosis. In Canada, the appropriate services and referral route can vary by province.
The Goalie Girl reminder
Communication comes before perfection.
Give time. Offer choices. Keep AAC available. Speak directly to the child. Respect “no.” Celebrate connection—not just spoken words.
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