News & Press Releases - Autism Speaks Canada

ASC, CASDA, and MacART come together to present the Pandemic Canadian Autism Needs Assessment Survey Report

October 9, 2020 |

Capturing the unique impact of the pandemic on the autism community in Canada.

SickKids researchers find new genes and variations linked to autism using Autism Speaks' MSSNG data

Researchers at The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) uncovered new genetic changes and specific genes linked to autism in a study using Autism Speaks’ MSSNG whole genome database.

Toys R Us Canada in partnership with Autism Speaks Canada is proud to launch discounted play packs

May 22, 2020 |

Olivier, Our Dog Walk Ambassador Is in the News

April 29, 2020 |

Covid-19, We Are in This Together

March 19, 2020 |

Advocates and researchers discuss solutions to reduce autism health care disparities

Justin Trudeau Announces Endorsement for Development of a National Autism Strategy

Join Us in Creating a Brighter Life on the Spectrum

Toronto, Nov 8, 2019: At Autism Speaks Canada, we’re committed to telling authentic stories of people with autism and their unique strengths, challenges, dreams and goals. Inspired by the vast and diverse autism community, introducing our new brand campaign Brighter Life on the Spectrum and our very own Canadian star, Dr. Catherine Glorieux. Like in the TV show The Good Doctor, she is autistic and a resident physician. Diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder just two years ago, this courageous and passionate 39-year-old self advocate is biking across Canada to raise funds for Autism Speaks Canada.