Category Archives: awareness
PEI Autism Event Advisory
Please be advised of the following event taking place this week: We are proud to announce the family-led “Autism Awareness Rally” taking place on November 19, 2009 between 1pm-2pm at Province House, Charlottetown. The public is then welcomed to watch … Continue reading
Filed under awareness, Government
Autism affects 1 in 58 boys
The United States Government confirmed today that autism is affecting 1 in 100 children now. Statistics show that boys are affected at a higher rate, and it is estimated that 1 in 58 boys are affected by autism. So with … Continue reading
I am Autism
I came across this new video on the Autism Speaks YouTube channel. I do not have much to say about it, other than Brilliant! Autism is treatable. Perfect intro for Autism Awareness month in Canada.
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Where in the World is April Ennis?
It has been some time (5 months in fact!) that I have written on my blog. Here is an update as to what I have been up to and why. I have been quiet lately because I have been volunteering … Continue reading
Filed under Advocacy, awareness, Government, Human Rights
Parent meeting on Autism Services tonight
The community discussion on Autism Services will take place tonight from 7pm-9pm at the Sobeys located in Stratford. Dave Mikkelsen from the Autism Treatment Services of Canada from Alberta will be joining us to talk about the services that are … Continue reading
Filed under awareness, Early Intervention, Education
Early diagnosis needed for Autism
October 15, 2008 The Guardian – Letter to the Editor TAMMY MCQUAID Victoria Editor: I write this letter out of frustration with these politicians who are supposedly so concerned with our children’s well-being. They feel they know what is best … Continue reading
Filed under Advocacy, awareness, Diagnosis, Government
