Autism Programs and Services

Condition Specific Support, Mental Health - Adult & Senior, Mental Health - Child & Youth, Social / Recreational, and Youth Services

Provided by Autism Society of British Columbia (Autism BC)

AutismBC empowers, supports, and connects the autism community in BC.
AutismBC provides credible, community-informed information and lived-experience insights to help reduce the mental load of navigating autism resources. While they do not provide direct service provider referrals or help with paperwork, they can point you toward helpful tools, guides, and programs so you can make informed choices with more confidence.

The following programs and services are offered:
  • Waiting for Assessment Workshop: 3-hour workshop that provides new families with the tools they need to best prepare themselves and their child for the, often long, road ahead and to ensure they are prepared for the assessment process.
  • What is Autism? Workshop: 1-hour workshop where participants learn how community members on the autism spectrum may experience the world with the goal of increasing autism awareness and acceptance.
  • AutismBC Talks: Online presentations that provide valuable learnings related to autism and the community. Whether you want to expand your knowledge, explore new topics, or gain a deeper understanding, this is the perfect place to start.
  • AutismBC Goes: A series of free, safe, supportive, and inclusive events designed to connect the autism community. They work to minimize the financial and social barriers for autistic people and their families.
  • AutismBC Socials: Social clubs for kids, teens, and adults on the autism spectrum as well as their siblings and friends. These clubs offer support and connect the autism community through inclusive groups, clubs, and events.
  • AutismBC Meets: Support groups that provide opportunities for people in the autism community to connect, empower, and learn from one another. Meets are perfect for those who want a casual atmosphere to interact with other parents, families, or self-advocates.
  • Ask AutismBC: Searchable Resource Guide Website with to help explain common questions on Autism and pathways to community-level supports

604-434-0880

Toll Free: 1-888-437-0880

Public email: hello@autismbc.ca

Website: https://www.autismbc.ca

3688 Cessna Drive, Richmond, British Columbia, V7B 1C7

Service is available in Cantonese, English, and Mandarin.

Cost: No cost

Associated Programs/Services

Also offered by Autism Society of British Columbia (Autism BC):

Availability

Service area: Province-wide + show cities

Service area cities: 100 Mile House, Abbotsford, Agassiz, Aldergrove, Alert Bay, Alexis Creek, Anahim Lake, Anmore, Armstrong, Ashcroft, Atlin, Bamfield, Banff, Barriere, Bella Bella, Bella Coola, Black Creek, Blue River, Boston Bar, Bowen Island, Brentwood Bay, Burnaby, Burns Lake, Cache Creek, Calgary, Campbell River, Canmore, Castlegar, Cathedral Grove, Cawston, Chase, Chemainus, Cherryville, Chetwynd, Chilliwack, Christina Lake, Clearwater, Clinton, Cobble Hill, Comox, Coombs, Coquitlam, Cortes Island, Courtenay, Cranbrook, Crawford Bay, Creston, Cumberland, Daajing Giids, Dawson Creek, Dease Lake, Deep Bay, Delta, Denman Island, Duncan, Edgewood, Elkford, Enderby, Fanny Bay, Fernie, Fort Langley, Fort Nelson, Fort St. James, Fort St. John, Fraser Lake, Fruitvale, Gabriola Island, Galiano Island, Gibsons, Golden, Gold River, Grand Forks, Greenwood, Hanceville, Hazelton, Hope, Hornby Island, Horne Lake, Houston, Hudson's Hope, Invermere, Kamloops, Kaslo, Kelowna, Keremeos, Kimberley, Kitimat, Kyuquot, Ladner, Ladysmith, Lake Country, Lake Cowichan, Langford, Langley, Lantzville, Lethbridge, Lillooet, Lions Bay, Logan Lake, Long Beach, Lumby, Lytton, Mackenzie, Maple Ridge, Masset, Mayne Island, McBride, Merritt, Merville, Midway, Mill Bay, Mission, Nakusp, Nanaimo, Nanoose Bay, Nelson, New Aiyansh, New Denver, New Westminster, Nitinaht, North Delta, North Saanich, North Vancouver, Okanagan Falls, Oliver, Osoyoos, Oyama, Parksville, Peachland, Pemberton, Pender Harbour, Pender Island, Penelakut Island, Penticton, Pitt Meadows, Port Alberni, Port Alice, Port Coquitlam, Port Hardy, Port McNeill, Port Moody, Powell River, Prince George, Prince Rupert, Princeton, Quadra Island, Qualicum Beach, Quathiaski Cove, Quesnel, Revelstoke, Richmond, Riske Creek, Rock Creek, Rossland, Saanich, Saanichton, Salmo, Salmon Arm, Salt Spring Island, Sardis, Saturna Island, Sayward, Scotch Creek, Sechelt, Shawnigan Lake, Sicamous, Sidney, Skidegate, Slocan, Smithers, Sointula, Sooke, Sorrento, South Surrey, Sparwood, Spences Bridge, Squamish, Stewart, Summerland, Sun Peaks, Surrey, Tahsis, Tatla Lake, Telkwa, Terrace, Tofino, Trail, Tsawwassen, Tumbler Ridge, Ucluelet, Valemount, Vancouver, Vanderhoof, Vernon, Victoria, West Kelowna, West Vancouver, Whistler, White Rock, Williams Lake, Winlaw, Witset, and Yale

Service Types Provided
Condition Specific Support
Mental Health - Adult & Senior
Mental Health - Child & Youth
Social / Recreational
Youth Services
Ways to Access
  • Provided 1:1 in-person
  • Provided at multiple locations
  • Provided in a group in-person
  • Provided online: email / video / on-line

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