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SUMMARY:AIDE Canada Webinar: Double Diagnosis\, Double Insight
DESCRIPTION:AIDE Canada\, together with Autism Edmonton\, are hosting a free\, virtual lunch and learn exploring the connection between Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) and autism through the perspectives of individuals who live with both conditions.  \n\n\n\nThe discussion will highlight: \n\n\n\n\nHelping participants understand the lived overlap of EDS and autism \n\n\n\nRecognizing the shared experiences such as chronic pain\, fatigue and sensory sensitivities\n\n\n\nNavigating healthcare and daily life\n\n\n\n\nWednesday\, January 21\, 202612:00 – 1:00 p.m.Online via AIDE Canada \n\n\n\nDr. Emily Casanova\, Thea Brain and Grace Calhoun will also share insights into self-advocacy\, research\, support strategies\, and community inclusion. By centering lived experience\, this session aims to foster greater understanding\, empathy\, and practical awareness of what it means to live at the intersection of EDS and autism. \n\n\n\nRegistration for this event is via AIDE Canada’s website. You can register by clicking the button that says\, “Register”. \n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Presenters: \n\n\n\n\nDr. Emily Casanova – Assistant Professor in the Department of Neurology at Saint Louis University School of Medicine\n\n\n\nThea Brain – Clinical Director of Empowering. All. People. Consulting Inc\n\n\n\nGrace Calhoun – Self-Advocate\n\n\n\n\nModerator: \n\n\n\n\nDouglas Parsons – Training and Resource Manager\, Autism Edmonton
URL:https://sinneavefoundation.org/event/aide-canada-webinar-double-diagnosis-double-insight/
LOCATION:Online via AIDE Canada
CATEGORIES:Presentation,Special Events
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SUMMARY:Living the Good Life: A peer-led space for newly identified Autistic adults
DESCRIPTION:What now? Discovering autism later in life can be both liberating and disorienting. Many Autistic adults describe feeling “between worlds” no longer fitting the old stories they were told about themselves\, yet still uncertain how to embrace a new way forward. Living The Good Life offers held space to share this journey with others who “get it”\, so you don’t have to navigate it alone\, while exploring new possibilities for identity\, connection\, and meaning. \n\n\n\nThis peer-facilitated drop-in group is for adults who are newly diagnosed\, late-identified\, or newly aware/self-diagnosed Autistic\, and who are navigating the early stages of understanding what that means. Together\, we explore what it means to “be Autistic” beyond the clinical lens through storytelling\, connection\, reflection\, and lived experience. \n\n\n\nAt its heart\, this series is about beginning again from the other side of this liminal space. It isn’t about arriving at a fixed destination but stepping into an ongoing process of your becoming. Discovering\, learning\, and shaping your own path. \n\n\n\nWednesdays\, January 21\, February 4\, February 18\, March 4\, 20266:00 – 7:30 p.m.In-person at The Ability Hub (300\, 3820 24 Avenue NW) \n\n\n\nThis is not a therapy group. It is a space for mutual support\, co-regulation\, and honest\, non-performative conversation. Everyone enters as an equal. Not as experts (including the facilitator) but as people\, uncovering something we’ve always been. \n\n\n\nLed by an Autistic facilitator(s) who are walking this road themselves\, each session offers space to unmask\, grieve\, reframe\, and slowly rebuild. Together\, we’ll witness and support one another as we navigate loss\, joy\, hope\, and the beginnings of a new relationship with ourselves\, on our own terms. \n\n\n\nPlease note: This space is exclusively for people who identify as Autistic and are in the early stages of that discovery. It is not intended for allies\, parents\, professionals\, or those who are curious but do not personally identify. This boundary ensures participants can share openly without explanation or justification. \n\n\n\nThe purpose of this group is to provide a supportive\, non-clinical peer-led space for Autistic adults who are newly\, late\, or self-identified\, to begin exploring what it means to live authentically for themselves after diagnosis. \n\n\n\nIn this pilot series\, participants will: \n\n\n\n\nEngage with their feelings and reactions openly\, recognizing that all emotions are valid (and can be “ACT’d” on) and important to their journey.\n\n\n\nBuild trust in themselves again\, their instincts\, and their experiences as they navigate new understandings of identity.\n\n\n\nExplore life as an ongoing process\, focusing on growth\, self-discovery\, and meaningful connection rather than fixed outcomes (or this is the “right way to…”)\, that they may have been stuck in.\n\n\n\nWitness and be witnessed (Leave grounded) by peers\, fostering a sense of belonging\, validation\, and mutual support; Triaged support so people don’t have to do it alone.\n\n\n\nBegin cultivating a more authentic relationship with themselves\, learning to move toward a personally meaningful version of their “the good life.”\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n** Space in these sessions are limited\, and advance registration is not required. You can drop-in to any or all of the sessions\, there is no cost to attend. ** \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Presenter: \n\n\n\nRyan Elkanah is a late-diagnosed AuDHD adult with lived experience navigating identity\, masking\, mental health\, burnout\, and loss\, as well as reclaiming agency. They bring a neuro-affirming\, values-driven\, strength-based\, and trauma-informed lens to peer support\, grounded in experience as an Autistic self-advocate and facilitator at Sinneave.  \n\n\n\nWith backgrounds in community development and youth work\, Ryan creates and holds spaces for authentic connection\, reflection\, and witnessing. A lifelong learner\, they are passionate about supporting those who have been misunderstood\, marginalized\, or overlooked\, helping participants explore their own paths toward living authentically and embracing the ongoing process of self-discovery. \n\n\n\nIf you have questions\, reach out to info@sinneavefoundation.org or call (403) 210-5000. We’re here to help.
URL:https://sinneavefoundation.org/event/living-the-good-life-a-peer-led-space-for-newly-identified-autistic-adults/
LOCATION:The Ability Hub\, Suite #300\, 3820 - 24th Avenue NW\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T3B-2X9\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Autistic Journeys: Voices and Perspectives: Millie Schulz
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the kickoff of Autism Edmonton’s “Autistic Journeys: Voices & Perspectives” series with Millie Schulz\, a non-binary\, Autistic\, and ADHD self-advocate. Millie will share their inspiring journey of self-advocacy\, creativity\, and activism\, offering insights into the lived experiences of neurodivergent individuals. \n\n\n\nThis session is well suited for educators\, parents\, professionals\, and anyone interested in hearing authentic Autistic voices and learning about neurodiversity\, self-advocacy\, and inclusive practices. \n\n\n\nThis session is brought to you by Autism Edmonton and The Sinneave Family Foundation. \n\n\n\nThursday\, January 22\, 20267:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.Online via Autism Edmonton \n\n\n\nRegistration for this event is via Autism Edmonton’s website. You can register by clicking the button that says\, “Register”. \n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Presenter: \n\n\n\nMillie Schulz is an accomplished artist specializing in watercolor and photography\, a passionate music lover and DJ\, and a dedicated harm reduction worker and peer support volunteer. They were recently selected as one of the Autistic Interviewers on CBC TV’s The Assembly and have shared their perspective on Autistic culture through their YouTube channel (@cherrymintrose) and podcast appearances\, including The Other Autism. \n\n\n\nIn addition to their advocacy work\, Millie has successfully navigated a human rights case at the BC Human Rights Tribunal related to accessibility for disabled people. They bring decades of experience supporting individuals with substance use challenges\, including work at Victoria’s first federal Supervised Consumption Site and Safer Supply Clinic.
URL:https://sinneavefoundation.org/event/autistic-journeys-voices-and-perspectives-millie-schulz/
LOCATION:Online via Autism Edmonton
CATEGORIES:Presentation,Special Events
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Transitioning to 60+
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to embrace the next chapter of life with tips and tricks at Transitioning to 60+ as an Autistic! Aging presents challenges for everyone\, but for Autistic individuals\, this stage of life can bring additional and often overlooked complexities.  \n\n\n\nThis presentation is designed to equip families\, caregivers\, and service providers with practical guidance to help older Autistic adults navigate aging with dignity\, autonomy\, and confidence. You will learn about the unique experiences and challenges faced by older adults\, as well as strategies to better support their health\, well-being\, and quality of life. \n\n\n\nThis session is brought to you by Autism Edmonton\, Autism Society Alberta\, and The Sinneave Family Foundation. \n\n\n\nMonday\, January 26\, 20266:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.Online via Autism Edmonton \n\n\n\nRegistration for this event is via Autism Edmonton’s website. You can register by clicking the button that says\, “Register”. \n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Facilatator: \n\n\n\nKitty Parlby is the mother of an Autistic adult son and has spent decades supporting families of individuals with disabilities. She worked for years as a one-on-one special needs Educational Assistant and\, in her spare time\, wrote numerous articles on autism. Kitty later founded her own business\, Autism Inspirations\, through which she delivered workshops across the province and provided consultation in schools. \n\n\n\nA long-time volunteer board member with Autism Society Alberta (ASA)\, she stepped down from the board in June 2020 to join the organization as an employee. She now serves as ASA’s Communications & Community Strategist.
URL:https://sinneavefoundation.org/event/webinar-transitioning-to-60/
LOCATION:Online via Autism Edmonton
CATEGORIES:Presentation,Special Events
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Grief & Loss for Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an open discussion on navigating grief and loss as a caregiver\, sharing stories\, and finding support. Caregivers often experience ongoing grief and loss—not just through death\, but through life-altering changes that reshape their expectations and roles. \n\n\n\nWe have discovered that with the aging adults in the Autism Edmonton community\, many are caretakers for a loved one in their lives. This shouldn’t be a surprise as approx. 42% of people in Canada are caretakers. Over half of women (52%) provide care for children or adults\, paid or unpaid\, significantly more than men.This session will explore how one navigates grief’s emotional terrain while discovering tools and insights to move forward with resilience and care. \n\n\n\nThis session is brought to you by Caregivers Alberta\, The Sinneave Family Foundation\, and Autism Edmonton. \n\n\n\nMonday\, January 266:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.Online via Autism Edmonton \n\n\n\nRegistration for this event is via Autism Edmonton’s website. You can register by clicking the button that says\, “Register”. \n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Facilatator: \n\n\n\nKaren Cuthbertson is the Manager\, Support Services for Caregivers Alberta\, based in Calgary. Her role is to support people in navigating the challenging role of being a caregiver for a family member or friend. Karen is a “sandwich generation” caregiver herself\, caring for both young adults and aging parents. She has extensive experience working in youth mental health\, dementia\, and cancer care. She has a Master of Science in Psychology and 20+ years of experience working in the public\, private\, and non-profit sectors.
URL:https://sinneavefoundation.org/event/webinar-grief-loss-for-caregivers/
LOCATION:Online via Autism Edmonton
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SUMMARY:AIDE Canada Webinar: Black Autistic Journey on the Spectrum
DESCRIPTION:AIDE Canada\, together with Autism Edmonton\, is hosting a free\, virtual lunch and learn exploring the intersection of race\, autism\, and systemic inequities\, with a focus on the experiences of black Autistic individuals in Canada. The session will explore lived experiences and examine barriers to diagnosis\, access to care\, and educational support. \n\n\n\nParticipants will discuss how systemic issues such as limited race-based data and a lack of culturally informed practices contribute to misdiagnoses\, mistreatment\, and disparities in education.  \n\n\n\nThe conversation will also highlight how regional\, cultural\, and family differences shape experiences within healthcare and education systems.  \n\n\n\nThursday\, January 2912:00 – 1:00 p.m.Online via AIDE Canada \n\n\n\nBy drawing on diverse perspectives and emerging research\, the session aims to deepen understanding of these complex intersections. The session will emphasize actionable strategies for addressing systemic barriers and improving outcomes for black Autistic Canadians. Participants will leave with tools to advocate for equity\, data transparency\, and culturally responsive supports. \n\n\n\nRegistration for this event is via AIDE Canada’s website. You can register by clicking the button that says\, “Register”. \n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Presenters: \n\n\n\nJerome AllridgeJerome Allridge is a Black Autistic self-advocate dedicated to advancing equity in health care and education for Black neurodivergent individuals. He emphasizes the importance of clear communication and honouring each person’s unique needs. Although he can speak\, he prefers to connect through written communication\, where he can most authentically express his ideas and experiences. Through this panel\, Jerome will encourage professionals and communities to build understanding and foster truly inclusive environments for all. \n\n\n\nRosemarie Jordan – Parent & Care Navigator for Autistic TeenBorn in Edmonton\, Rosemarie’s world was a blend of many cultures as was her\, being biracial—Black and White—her close family friends also came from a variety of backgrounds. In contrast\, despite the growing national focus on multiculturalism in the 1970s\, Alberta’s provincial make-up remained predominantly homogeneous and white\, making it a less welcoming environment for diverse cultures.Having grown up on the margins\, she saw and experienced the world from a different perspective\, and this journey of overcoming adversity shaped her ability to be resilient in an often-unforgiving world. These life experiences gave her a unique understanding of the difficulties faced by her son\, who also doesn’t fit the standard mold. As such\, Rosemarie fell naturally into the role of “Care Navigator”.Having learned to navigate her own challenges\, the expertise and flexibility in her skill development empowered her to navigate through the complex health-care system to overcome barriers in accessing quality care and treatment (e.g.\, arranging financial support\, coordinating among providers and settings) in home\, community and education settings. On a micro level\, she translates her son’s wishes & needs for support to identify the right services and providers. On a meso level\, she collaborates with other care\, education and social service providers to provide direction and goal setting. And on a macro level\, she has acted to remove barriers to effective care in various types of health services\, social care\, education and community services laying the groundwork for strategic direction and creating pathways for care and access to resources. \n\n\n\nZalika Scott-Ugwuegbula\, BSc (Hons)\, M.Ed. (she/her)Zalika Scott-Ugwuegbula\, BSc (Hons)\, M.Ed. (she/her)\, is an Autistic second-year doctoral student in Psychological Studies of Education – Research at the University of Alberta. Her research examines how the interlocking forces of race\, racism\, and ableism shape the educational experiences of Black Autistic students. Zalika’s research interests include the intersection of race and disability\, Black studies in education\, anti-Black racism\, and autism and Black identity in education within the Canadian context.Zalika seeks to understand how colonialism\, racial capitalism\, ableism\, and white supremacy operate in conjunction and are implicated in the systemic inequities that influence the schooling experiences of Black autistic youth. Grounded in intersectionality\, her work not only interrogates the systems of power that subjugate and marginalize Black disabled learners but also aims to inform inclusive and culturally responsive educational practices and policy reforms. \n\n\n\nDr. Nonsikelelo MatheDr. Nonsi Mathe is a mum\, scientist\, and social purpose entrepreneur deeply committed to creating healthcare that truly works for everyone. She is the Scientific Director of Health Equity & Systems Transformation at the Cumming School of Medicine\, University of Calgary\, and a Senior Atlantic Fellow for Health Equity. Her work spans chronic disease epidemiology\, neurodiversity\, and systems change—with over ten years of experience blending rigorous research with real-world advocacy and community voices.Nonsi is also the founder of Gateway Holistic Care\, a respite and supported living agency. where her vision comes alive through inclusive\, person – centered programs for people with developmental disabilities and autism.In this panel\, Dr. Mathe will discuss her research that explores health care utilization among autistic individuals in Alberta. \n\n\n\nModerator: \n\n\n\nDouglas Parsons – Training and Resource Manager\, Autism Edmonton
URL:https://sinneavefoundation.org/event/aide-canada-webinar-black-autistic-journey-on-the-spectrum/
LOCATION:https://aidecanada.ca/resources/events/details/aidecanada_29_jan_2026
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