Forever in our hearts ❤️ The epitome of grace Unbelievably talented Funny, witty, strong A Canadian icon Beloved You will be missed greatly #CatherineOHara 😞 RIP

The National Day of Remembrance & Action Against Islamophobia honours the victims & survivors of the vicious assault that took place in 2017 at the Islamic Cultural Centre in Sainte-Foy, QC Islamophobia, hate & all forms of discrimination must be eradicated💚 #HamOnt #cdnpoli #EndIslamophobia

Excited to announce a new learning series. I have been getting a lot of questions about how AI might help us with inclusive planning, so I have created some sessions and would love if you would join us. Link in bio and stories. www.eventbrite.com/cc/needs-bas...

OPP investigating autism agency that received Ontario cash

Folks tend to assume that anyone who claims to be an autism advocate is working on behalf of autistic people's wellbeing. Unfortunately, that is often untrue—especially with parents who promote " #ProfoundAutism." Why? @ejwillingham.bsky.social explains in our latest, thread-worthy newsletter. 1/

Did you know? Indigenous populations have some of the highest disability rates of any demographic in the country, yet their experiences remain underrepresented in research, labour market data, disability advocacy spaces, and employment policy design. 👉 Learn more buff.ly/vzNVAfK

Aging Out, Left Waiting Families across Ontario are navigating long waitlists and paying out of pocket when supports disappear in adulthood. #WaitingToBelong #DreamInspireBelong youtu.be/0Sbdb3J13iE?...

This research explores barriers that adult stakeholders perceive towards inclusion of children with disabilities in ‘playing together’ with peers with and without disabilities. 🔗 Read more: https://ow.ly/RFau50XWn9i

CJAE Call for Submissions: 2027 Issue on Autistics and Aging Are you an Autistic artist? Your artwork could be featured on the cover of the next issue! Deadline for contributions and cover art submissions: October 1, 2026, at 11:59 PM For more information: mulpress.mcmaster.ca/cjae/announc...

Your hands 👋 snap, swipe, and wave, and now they can support braille literacy! From Jan 15–Feb 15, visit any @thetenspot location and get a braille manicure. A bold, tactile way to raise awareness and help ensure everyone has the chance to read. 💛💅

While changes do need to be made, Minister Calandra & MoEd should be collaborating with educators, unions, stakeholders, parents & students! Making unilateral decisions breeds distrust #OntEd #ONpoli #education

From @blueskylearning.bsky.social "Getting an Autism Diagnosis as an Adult in Canada: Step-by-Step Guide" www.blueskylearning.ca/post/getting... #autism #neurodiversity

We get grief whenever we remind people that leucovorin as an autism "treatment" is BS, with some accusing us of not wanting to help autistic people. Honey, no. Of course we want to improve autistic people's lives, and of course there can be medical reasons why autistic people aren't thriving. 1/3

No one should wait decades for the essential supports they need. 👉 It’s time for action. Show your support by signing the petition to end the wait for developmental services: win.newmode.net/communityliv... #WaitingToBelong #DSSectorNews youtu.be/yalk12PKcyk?...

No words 😞 Sending thoughts & condolences to his family & friends #HamOnt #autism #OntEd

Taking #Tylenol during pregnancy does not increase the risk that a child will have #autism, intellectual disability or #ADHD, according to a new study that contradicts recent warnings from some top government officials. #disabilities

"Just like the first woman in a lab […] meant representation for future women in science, an autistic Barbie where there had been no autistic dolls before can mean a lot to Barbie-interested autistic people." @ejwillingham.bsky.social in the latest TPGA newsletter: buttondown.com/TPGA/archive...

@sac-oac.bsky.social was in Ottawa today with CAOT calling attention to serious administrative barriers with Jordan’s Principle & Inuit Child First Initiative www.sac-oac.ca/caot-sac-cal... #CdnPoli #autism #disability #neurodiversity #JordansPrinciple #OT #OccupationalTherapy #Indigenous

What my sister Ellen taught me about the dignity and importance of being seen Read this moving first-person essay from our client, Dr. Harvey Max Chochinov, about personhood and dignity in disability and illness #palliativecare #patientcare #cdnpoli #medicine #cerebralpalsy

"Autistic people are not necessarily bad at communicating: they just have different cognitive and communication styles. This goes both ways: non-autistic people are not great at guessing what autistic people are thinking and feeling." ausm.org/wp-content/u... #neurodiversity #DoubleEmpathy #autism

DYK if your child is registered in the #OAP you can access FREE Foundational Family Services? These are meant to give you more info about your child's neurotype & how to support them READ more here tinyurl.com/3b8whdew #HamOnt #autism #OntarioAutism #OntarioAutismProgram

Inclusive education is NOT a "nice to have." It's a RIGHT to have. #BackToSchool #InclusiveEducation #OntEd #ONpoli #autism #disability #neurodiversity #inclusion @inclusioncanada.bsky.social Credit: Inclusive Education Canada

#Pongal is a harvest festival celebrated by the #Tamil community. It is a celebration to thank the Sun, Mother Nature and the various farm animals that help to contribute to a bountiful harvest. Happy Pongal to everyone celebrating! #HamOnt #HappyPongal #pongal2026

Why autism advocates are celebrating Barbie's first-ever autistic doll cbc.ca/news/enterta... #autism #AutismAcceptance #HAmOnt @autisticadvocacy.org

In this week’s edition of Update Friday, Save the date for the Inclusion Symposium, Member success stories, and more! Read the full edition: bit.ly/45VRE46 Sign up to our newsletter: bit.ly/Subscribe-To-UF

The Early Learning and Child Care team invites you register for the Autism Allies workshop series, a 10-week program designed to provide parents with practical tools and strategies to support children with autism. Register by Jan 15th here: ow.ly/QZFv50XS6J4

Navigating services for your autistic child can be confusing & overwhelming. That's why we work hard to answer questions, provide info & guide families. We're ok with others doing the same But please make sure you're giving out the CORRECT info. It just makes things confusing #HamOnt #autism

School can be very overwhelming for autistic/ND students They're not avoiding school out of defiance but b/c they don't feel safe It's not that they're choosing not to go. It's that they can't We need spaces that are trauma-informed, neuro-affirming, flexible & responsive #OntEd #autism

Reducing class sizes is a systemic measure that directly affects both learning and well-being. Smaller classes make it easier for educators to build relationships, notice early changes in attendance or mood, and adapt instruction for diverse learners.

The first generation of senior citizens living with IDD means added demand for #GroupHomes and other residential facilities as their families, who often care for them, also age. #disabilities #aging

We’re proud to partner with Mattel to help create the first-ever autistic Barbie! Autism looks lots of different ways - we're glad to have the chance to represent some of them, and to highlight some of those that are underrepresented in toys.

"Nearly 21 years ago, MPPs across all parties at Queen’s Park pledged to make Ontario completely accessible to people with disabilities by the beginning of 2025. But with that date now well past, advocates say the process has been a failure..." #ONpoli #disability #accessibility #HamOnt

As we begin the new year & Parliamentary period, we have our eyes on a few federal priorities. Last year we met with many Parliamentarians pressing for change in several areas. Over the next week, we'll outline each of these priorities. Read the document: www.inclusioncanada.ca/resource?vie...

The countdown is on to the #ASET2026 conference in Niagara Falls April 16th & 17th 2026! Calling all educators who are passionate about #SpecialEducation #Accessibility #AssistiveTechnology #AIinEducation. For more information, go to site.aset-ontario.ca Early bird rates still apply!

Our Heated Rivalry fans probably already picked up on this but: Yes, Shane Hollander, the Canadian hockey star played by Hudson Williams in the popular romance streaming series, is autistic. (Even though they never say so outright.) www.cbc.ca/news/canada/... #autism #neurodiversity #autistic

When people are labelled and set apart as needing 'special' care, they are stigmatized and devalued (even if that devaluation is unintentional). In the ongoing project of community living, moving away from specialized and segregated systems is paramount. communitylivingontario.ca/when-it-come...

Parenting our kids can require a lot of learning, for instance: An autistic kid may refuse to clean their room not out of defiance, but because they can’t comprehend taking on large multi-step processes without a checklist &/or significant support. More tips: thinkingautismguide.com/2025/09/afte...

Schools often respond to "challenging" student behaviour by developing a behaviour plan Problem is that most behavior programs are OUTDATED. They rely on rewards, punishments & quick fixes. They don’t reflect the brain or the complexity of what makes us human #OntEd #autism #neurodiversity 1/2

#FunFactFridays - World Braille Day is held on January 4, the birth date of Louis Braille - He developed the system by age 15 - He wanted to give blind people independence and equal access to knowledge. Take a moment to honour this incredible invention this Sunday!

ODSP Action Coalition Joins Over 190 Organizations Endorsing Maytree Foundation’s Open Letter on Ontario’s Next Poverty Reduction Strategy odspaction.ca/odsp-action-...

Valuing disability and difference in society

Episode 3 of Real Talk Podcast is here! 🎙️ Tune in as YAC members Arshiaa, Kaylee, and Tanusree dive into what inclusion really looks like in their schools and how to strengthen mental health supports for students. youtu.be/sq1I5gJrmmI?si=GFie...

The aim of this study was to explore facilitators and barriers perceived by Dutch children with and without disabilities (6–12 years), in regular and special primary education, for participating in inclusive outdoor play. 🔗 Read more: https://ow.ly/W5MW50XNUIx

"Inclusion is not a disability service. Inclusion is a community responsibility. "We don’t need 'a community for them.' We need a world that makes room. Must-read from @openfuturelearning.bsky.social on the issues with "intentional communities": www.facebook.com/OpenFutureLe... #disability

Emotional Dysregulation Iceberg #feelings #emotionalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #ymhc

Wishing everyone a very #HappyNewYear and all the best for 2026! 🤗🥂🎉 #HamOnt #HappyNewYear2026 #NewYearWishes

We're taking a break from social media for the holidays Take care everyone! 🤗❤️🎄 #HamOnt #SupportLocal #NotForProfit #HappyHolidays #ChristmasBreak

#HappyHolidays! Don't forget about well-being this holiday season — take time to enjoy the holidays, and prioritize your mental and physical health. Wishing everyone a safe and joyous holiday 🎄🎅 #HamOnt #holidays #family #Christmas #SeasonsGreetings #HolidayWishes #MentalHealth