Autism Alliance of Canada

Take Action Now: Protect the Rights of Autistic Canadians

April 9, 2026

The government of Canada is currently deciding whether to expand Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) to people whose only reason is a ‘mental illness’. This expansion would have serious consequences for Autistic Canadians. Autistic people face extensive barriers to accessing adequate health care, housing, employment, and other supports, and experience a much higher risk of depression and suicide. A decision is expected by March 2027. Your voice matters now.

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Members Driving Change Across Canada: Member Spotlight

April 1, 2026

Member Spotlight: Whitney Hodgins Whitney Hodgins is an Autistic activist, scholar, and disability justice leader from Brandon, Manitoba. A two-time graduate of Brandon University, she is currently pursuing a Master of Arts in Integrated Studies at Athabasca University, with a focus on heritage and social history. Known for her direct and honest advocacy, Whitney has […]

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Canada’s Autism Strategy to Manitoba Legislation: Autism Alliance of Canada’s Evidence-Based Research is Advancing Autism Policy Across Canada

April 1, 2026

Autism Alliance of Canada’s evidence-based research and member advocacy contributed to the creation of Canada’s Autism Strategy and continues to influence the direction of autism policy in Canada. This work has forged a clear pathway for provincial and territorial action, and provinces are getting on board.

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Autism Alliance of Canada held its fourth in-person Francophone Town Hall in Winnipeg, Manitoba to bring together and unite the collective voices of the Manitoba’s Francophone autism community

March 13, 2026

Winnipeg, Manitoba, March 13, 2026 - In collaboration with the not-for-profit organization St.Amant, Autism Alliance of Canada brought together some of its members and the Francophone autistic community for an in-person Town Hall to discuss and identify priorities unique to the Manitoba region.

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Marking a New Chapter for the National Autism Network

October 31, 2025

Autism Alliance of Canada congratulates the National Autism Network on the election of its first full Board of Directors, a milestone that marks the successful completion of the Network’s start-up phase and the beginning of its next chapter of independence. 

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