Autism Events

Mothers only who are interested in having an evening of simply self care.

For anyone interested in complementary, alternative, or mainstream medical interventions for the treatment of Autism. A sample of the past topics discussed in this group are: special diets, sensory integration therapies, and biofeedback, among others. This group may host presentations, or have round table discussions on any topics our participants bring up.

Autism Calgary has a reserved special time for our Autism Calgary members and their family every Sunday at 5:30pm at Vecova’s very warm swimming pool. Please come and join other families for fun at the pool (long weekends excluded). Participants must have an Autism Calgary membership. Please go to Vecova at 3304 33 St NW, Calgary and ask for the Autism Calgary sign-in sheet.

The caregiver support group provides a no-cost, open opportunity to share stories, learn strategies, and offer encouragement.

This is a fun family activity centered around the Pokémon Card game (Youth must be accompanied by an adult and adults requiring assistance must be accompanied by a caregiver.) Everyone is encouraged to participate.

A parent-driven support group with practical solutions to individual, everyday challenges. Meetings will include: dinner volunteer child care helpful conversation interactive demonstrations

Regular monthly meeting, 2nd Tuesday of each month. We can get to know each other and plan what we would like to do with the group going forward. Perhaps talk about some social activities in addition to the regular meetings.

Autism Calgary has a reserved special time for our Autism Calgary members and their family every Sunday at 5:30pm at Vecova’s very warm swimming pool. Please come and join other families for fun at the pool (long weekends excluded). Participants must have an Autism Calgary membership. Please go to Vecova at 3304 33 St NW, Calgary and ask for the Autism Calgary sign-in sheet.

Mothers only who are interested in having an evening of simply self care.

Join us for a fantastic opportunity to learn with Professor Tony Attwood, one of the world’s most respected experts on autism. Gain knowledge updates, practical strategies and tips so you can make a real difference to the children & young people you support with ASD.

Michael is an experienced speaker on autism and Asperger's Syndrome having been featured around the media from Channel 4 and the BBC to the New Scientist magazine. He has spoken alongside world-renowned speakers and has been on the main stage at the Autism Show, the largest autism specific event in Europe, numerous times. He focuses on the positive aspects of being autistic and in his spare time he's an accomplished musician, a black belt in judo and enjoys rock climbing.

Our new two-day training course is for autistic women who are in employment and want to increase their understanding of the potential complexities of the workplace. It will specifically focus on the challenges women face and their skills.

Day 2 and day 3 will be held on January 24th and 25th, 2019 at River Cree Resort & Casino. This event will feature experts in the field of autism including the New York Times best-selling author Steve Silberman, Dr. Pamela Wolfberg, Ken Robertson, Lonnie Zwaigenbaum and more!

Autism Calgary has a reserved special time for our Autism Calgary members and their family every Sunday at 5:30pm at Vecova’s very warm swimming pool. Please come and join other families for fun at the pool (long weekends excluded). Participants must have an Autism Calgary membership. Please go to Vecova at 3304 33 St NW, Calgary and ask for the Autism Calgary sign-in sheet.

Mothers only who are interested in having an evening of simply self care.

For anyone interested in complementary, alternative, or mainstream medical interventions for the treatment of Autism. A sample of the past topics discussed in this group are: special diets, sensory integration therapies, and biofeedback, among others. This group may host presentations, or have round table discussions on any topics our participants bring up.

Regular monthly meeting, 2nd Tuesday of each month. We can get to know each other and plan what we would like to do with the group going forward. Perhaps talk about some social activities in addition to the regular meetings.

Exploring the Challenges and Excellence in Down Syndrome and Autism

The annual two-day conference is a unique opportunity for professionals to discuss best practice and share learning. Hear the latest information from leading experts in the field and learn from case studies illustrating best practice. With three different seminar streams to choose from there is something for everyone, also why not attend our Autism Professionals Awards evening which recognises professionals and services who are leading the way in innovative autism practice.