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Autism Ontario - South Region promotes acceptance and offers opportunities for autistic individuals

11/03/2026

LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER - closes 11/4 at 7:00 am:

Ancaster - 4-Week Sportball for Autistic Children 8-15

Location: Ryerson United Church, 265 Wilson St E, Ancaster
Dates: Thursdays, November 5 -November 26, 2026
Time: 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Children ages 8-15 can sign up for our 4-week Sportball Program in Ancaster. Each session will explore a different sport using skill development and gaming experience. Equipment: Wear clean indoor shoes, gym clothes or basketball shorts. Bring water bottle for breaks. Note: Caregivers must remain on site.

Register here: https://www.autismontario.com/civicrm/event/info?reset=1&id=13241

For questions about this program, email [email protected]

11/03/2026

Niagara - Sensory Room✨

November Bookings are OPEN

Step into a calm and welcoming space designed to engage the senses and support relaxation, discovery, and fun.
Our Multi-Sensory Experience features soothing lights, textures, sounds, and motion carefully selected to create a rich multi-sensory experience for all ages.

Whether you're a child, youth, or adult you’re welcome to enjoy this safe and inclusive environment. Families, caregivers, and community partners are also invited to bring clients or loved ones for a personalized sensory visit.

For everyone's comfort and safety, socks are to be worn during your visit⚠️

Cost: Free

Click the link to book a timeslot here⬇️ https://form.jotform.com/251286386902261

🚨Cancellation: If you are needing to cancel: we understand life happens, we ask that you PLEASE email the People and Family Experience Coordinator, Vanessa - [email protected]🚨

11/02/2026

🌱 Connecting with Families Across Niagara! 🌱

We’ve loved our visits this month to several Niagara Region EarlyON locations throughout Niagara! 🏡✨

It’s been wonderful meeting families, sharing helpful resources and information, and supporting caregivers as they navigate the programs, services, and opportunities available to them.

We’re grateful for our partnership with EarlyON and the opportunity to connect with families right in their communities. 🤝

We look forward to visiting more locations, meeting new families, and continuing to share information and resources to help families feel supported, informed, and connected! 💙

10/30/2026

🍁🍫 Maple Syrup, Chocolate & Meaningful Connections! 💙

Our Adult Social Club had the sweetest time exploring maple syrup and chocolate together in Niagara Falls! 😋

Our group learned about the different types of maple syrup, enjoyed taste samples, and then gathered in the dining area to share conversation and enjoy their favourite refreshments together. 🍁☕

But one of the sweetest parts of this event goes far beyond the treats! 💙

Some of our Adult Social Club members have been part of our group since it first began over 12 years ago! Over the years, not only have lasting friendships grown among our adults, but caregivers have built lifelong friendships of their own. 🫶

We loved seeing some caregivers stay to connect and catch up with one another while our adult members enjoyed each other's company, too!

This is what community is all about — creating meaningful connections, nurturing friendships, and sharing special moments together. Here's to many more years of friendship, laughter, and sweet memories! 💙🍁

10/28/2026

Join Autism Ontario for an engaging and informative session designed to build awareness and understanding of autism and neurodiversity.

In this session, participants will:

Gain a foundational understanding of autism and neurodiversity.
Learn about key characteristics associated with autism.
Explore the mental health considerations that impact many autistic individuals.
Discover ways to support autistic self-advocacy and how to be an effective ally.

This information session is appropriate for anyone interested in learning more about autism and how to become an ally to the autistic community.

Link to Register: https://www.autismontario.com/civicrm/event/info?id=12737&reset=1

10/27/2026

Safer emergency responses start with listening to autistic people. When an autistic person goes missing, their safety, privacy, and individual needs must remain at the centre of the response. Autism Ontario is proud to endorse Autism Alliance of Canada's new report, What We Heard: Building a Safer Emergency Response When People Go Missing. Marg Spoelstra, Autism Ontario's CEO, and Amanda Dimilta, Chief Advocacy, Policy & Community Engagement Officer, participated in a national roundtable alongside autistic people, families, first responders, disability advocates, and community leaders to explore how emergency responses can be strengthened. This important work reinforces the need for emergency responses that include autistic perspectives, respect individual privacy and agency, and support better planning, training, and coordination before, during, and after an emergency. We are grateful to Autism Alliance of Canada and everyone who contributed to this conversation. Together, we can help build safer, more informed, and coordinated responses that bring missing autistic people home safely. Read the full report: Autism Ontario Endorses National Report on Safer Emergency Responses When Autistic People Go Missing…

10/27/2026

REGISTRATION IS OPEN! 🌟

Looking for fun, inclusive programs where children can play, create, connect and build new skills? 💛

Our programs provide supportive group environments where individuals of all abilities can make friends, develop confidence and have fun! One-on-one support is available as needed. These programs are not a transfer of care and caregivers are required to remain on-site.

⚠️ LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE — REGISTER TODAY!

⭐ FAST Club | Ages 8–12 | $150
A fun, play-based program focused on building social skills, confidence, teamwork and connections!
Each week features a different social goal through:
🎲 Group games & activities 🤝 Peer interaction & teamwork ✨ Fine & gross motor activities 🌈 Sensory play
📅 Session 2: Mondays, November 16–December 14 ⏰6:00–7:30 PM

📍 Location: Autism Ontario Program Space in the MacBain Centre (7150 Montrose Road, Niagara Falls)
📝 Register here: https://aoniagara.campbrainregistration.com
📧 Questions? Email: [email protected]

Address

7150 Montrose Road
Niagara Falls, ON
L2H3N3

Telephone

9056822776

Website

http://www.autismontario.com/

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