World Autism Awareness Day

• Vancouver-produced film breaks boundaries, sheds light on family life with autism

  The film is inspired by the life of its writer and director Connie Cocchia, who is queer, and has a brother who is on the autism spectrum.

  Perspectives

  Mar 31, 2023
  
• With flag raising, Fleming College spreads autism awareness on campus

  A flag raising ceremony was held on campus at Fleming College to spread autism awareness.

  Canada

  Apr 2, 2018
  
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• Father shares emotional song with son on World Autism Awareness Day

  The lead singer of the Royal Canadian Air Force band has released an independent project to celebrate his son, Hugo.

  Lifestyle

  Apr 2, 2018
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• Families with autistic children seek better public awareness

  April 2 is "World Autism Awareness Day" -- a chance to learn more about the health issue that affects one in 68 children.

  Canada

  Apr 2, 2017
• World Autism Awareness Day: 5 things you didn’t know about autism

  April 2 marks World Autism Awareness Day. Doctors are still learning more about the disorder, what it causes and how to treat it. Here are five things you need to know.

  Health

  Apr 2, 2017
• Calgary tries to retain title of hosting largest World Autism Awareness Day in Canada

  The autism community in Calgary will try and surpass having the largest celebration of World Autism Day in Canada for two years straight.

  Features

  Apr 2, 2016
• World Autism Awareness Day Packs Local Punch

  An international health crisis is being put in the spotlight around the globe today. World Autism Awareness Day marked its sixth anniversary this year, a campaign that brings attention to the disability that affects about one in 50 children. Autism Spectrum Disorder is typically diagnosed within the first three years of a child’s life, and...

  Apr 2, 2013