Autism

• Vigil held in Lindsay, Ont. for Draven Graham after boy’s body found in Scugog River

  A vigil was held at Rivera Park near the Scugog River to remember Draven Graham. One of one his grandfathers sang an emotional version of 'Amazing Grace' to honour him.

  Canada

  Jun 20
  
• Petition seeks Ontario Amber Alerts for autistic children following death of Draven Graham

  The petition on Change.org created in honour of Draven seeks support for officials to create the 'Draven Alert' for missing autistic and vulnerable/special needs children.

  Canada

  Jun 14
  
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• Morning news rewind: Monday, June 6

  Here's a look back at who was on 'Global News Morning Saskatoon' on Monday, June 6.

  Blogs

  Jun 6
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• Ontario political leaders pledge changes to autism program

  Three of Ontario's major political parties are proposing changes to the province's autism program, while criticizing a lack of help for families under the PC government.

  Politics

  May 25
• Autism Assistance Dog life-changing for Kelowna boy

  "Dog Guides has made a huge difference in our everyday life."

  Lifestyle

  May 21
• B.C. dad spreads love, acceptance after only 1 child came to his son’s birthday

  "Nobody wants to have this happen to them," said David Chen.

  Canada

  May 16
• B.C. to launch ‘circle of care’ for neurodiverse kids but parents have many questions

  The province has given community agencies until July to tender for initial implementation of the program, and contracts are expected to be awarded in the fall.

  Health

  May 16
• Parents of children with autism seek to avoid ‘disaster,’ protest B.C.’s new funding model

  In October, the province announced it would phase out its existing structure, which provides autism funding directly to families, in favour of a centralized service hub model.

  Health

  Apr 29
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• Athletes with autism participate in weightlifting competition in Saskatoon

  The Saskatchewan Weightlifting Association is hoping to expand the adapted program to other communities such as Prince Albert and Regina in the future.

  Canada

  Apr 23
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• London, Ont. advocates cycle for hours to call for more autism support

  Organized by the Ontario Autism Coalition in London, Ont. Friday's event had participants cycle for 50,000 seconds to highlight the number of children awaiting autism therapy.

  Politics

  Apr 1