Our FREE, drop-in Social Communication Workshops are starting up again September 5! These popular 90-minute workshops are designed to provide autistic and neurodivergent individuals opportunities to learn and practice essential social communication skills. Each session covers a different aspect of communication, providing information, tips and strategies to help autistic and neurodivergent individuals to connect and thrive in social situations. See more details HERE.
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Drop-in Employment Support – Résumé Building
Drop-in Employment Support – Résumé Building
We are delighted to introduce Employment Drop-in Sessions for 2023. Designed specifically for Autistic and Neurodivergent individuals, these sessions aim to provide a space for learning and practicing essential pre-employment skills on an as-needed basis. Each week, our skilled Employment Program Facilitators will dive into a different aspect of the job-search journey providing attendees a […]
Join the Fun! Board Games with Autism Awareness Club UCalgary
Join the Fun! Board Games with Autism Awareness Club UCalgary
The Autism Awareness Club at University of Calgary (AACUC) is hosting Board Game evenings through the Winter semester! If you enjoy playing a variety of board games and hanging out with peers, you are invited to join the fun. You don't have to be a U of C student to participate, but attendees are asked […]
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CANCELLED THIS WEEK – Women & Autism: An Exploration Session designed especially for women
CANCELLED THIS WEEK – Women & Autism: An Exploration Session designed especially for women
CANCELLED - Due to unexpected circumstances this week's Women & Autism session is cancelled. Please refer to our Events Calendar for next dates. We know that historically and still today, autistic women continue to be under- and mis-diagnosed. While it was originally thought the ratio of autistic males to females was 4:1, research now tells […]
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Save the Date! World Autism Acceptance Day
Save the Date! World Autism Acceptance Day
Autism Asperger’s Friendship Society and Autism Calgary are joining forces to host another fun-filled, family friendly event at the Calgary Stampede Youth Campus (1302 6th Street SE) from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Watch our social media channels for more details coming soon. In the meantime, if you’re able to volunteer for this event, your […]
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Drop-in Social Communication Workshops – Non-verbal Communication Strategies
Drop-in Social Communication Workshops – Non-verbal Communication Strategies
"Work on Your Social Communication" workshops are back! These workshops are designed to provide Autistic and Neurodivergent individuals opportunities to learn and practice essential social communication skills. Each 90-minute workshop covers a different aspect of social communication, providing information, tips and strategies on connecting and thriving in social situations. Participants will have the opportunity to learn and practice […]
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Drop-in Employment Support – Cover Letter Writing
Drop-in Employment Support – Cover Letter Writing
We are delighted to introduce Employment Drop-in Sessions for 2023. Designed specifically for Autistic and Neurodivergent individuals, these sessions aim to provide a space for learning and practicing essential pre-employment skills on an as-needed basis. Each week, our skilled Employment Program Facilitators will dive into a different aspect of the job-search journey providing attendees a […]
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The Art of Parenting…with Autism (or, the art of being an autistic parent) – Part 1
The Art of Parenting…with Autism (or, the art of being an autistic parent) – Part 1
Parenting is fraught with joys and challenges on even the best days. But when you're an autistic parent, these things can be amplified. This new Exploration Session designed especially for parents covers the spectrum in two parts. It is for parents who are autistic and also, it is for parents of both autistic and non-autistic […]
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Drop-in Social Communication Workshop – Strategies for entering conversations
Drop-in Social Communication Workshop – Strategies for entering conversations
“Work on Your Social Communication” workshops are back! These workshops are designed to provide Autistic and Neurodivergent individuals opportunities to learn and practice essential social communication skills. Each 90-minute workshop covers a different aspect of social communication, providing information, tips and strategies on connecting and thriving in social situations. Participants will have the opportunity to learn and practice new skills, […]
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Drop-in Employment Support – Interview Preparation
Drop-in Employment Support – Interview Preparation
We are delighted to introduce Employment Drop-in Sessions for 2023. Designed specifically for Autistic and Neurodivergent individuals, these sessions aim to provide a space for learning and practicing essential pre-employment skills on an as-needed basis. Each week, our skilled Employment Program Facilitators will dive into a different aspect of the job-search journey providing attendees a […]
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“Phrased & Confused” – an exploration session all about idioms and expressions that are confusing
“Phrased & Confused” – an exploration session all about idioms and expressions that are confusing
If you thought your task would be a "piece of cake," but now you've "bitten off more than you can chew" and want to "call it a day" we would understand if you were perplexed. Phrases of Confusion (also known as idioms) are multi-word expressions that have non-literal meanings, which can often only be figured […]
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Get Ready for your Summer Job – 4-part Series (Session 1)
Get Ready for your Summer Job – 4-part Series (Session 1)
Welcome to our Summer Job Series! This 4-part series is designed especially for autistic and neurodivergent students who are thinking about looking for a summer job and want to develop the pre-employment skills necessary to be successful. Participants will gain a better understanding of their individual strengths and skills and how they can use these […]
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Drop-in Social Communication Workshop – Strategies for Exiting Conversations
Drop-in Social Communication Workshop – Strategies for Exiting Conversations
“Work on Your Social Communication” workshops are back! These workshops are designed to provide Autistic and Neurodivergent individuals opportunities to learn and practice essential social communication skills. Each 90-minute workshop covers a different aspect of social communication, providing information, tips and strategies on connecting and thriving in social situations. Participants will have the opportunity to learn and practice new skills, receive […]
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Drop-in Employment Support – Job Search Strategies
Drop-in Employment Support – Job Search Strategies
We are delighted to introduce Employment Drop-in Sessions for 2023. Designed specifically for Autistic and Neurodivergent individuals, these sessions aim to provide a space for learning and practicing essential pre-employment skills on an as-needed basis. Each week, our skilled Employment Program Facilitators will dive into a different aspect of the job-search journey providing attendees a […]
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Women’s Group
Women’s Group
We know that historically and still today, autistic women continue to be under- and mis-diagnosed. While it was originally thought the ratio of autistic males to females was 4:1, research now tells us that number is actually closer to 2:1. Many women do not receive a diagnosis well into adulthood because the stereotypes associated with […]
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Get Ready for your Summer Job – 4-part Series (Session 2)
Get Ready for your Summer Job – 4-part Series (Session 2)
Welcome to our Summer Job Series! This 4-part series is designed especially for autistic and neurodivergent students who are thinking about looking for a summer job and want to develop the pre-employment skills necessary to be successful. Participants will gain a better understanding of their individual strengths and skills and how they can use these […]
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April – May Skills Groups: Executive Functioning (Week 1)
April – May Skills Groups: Executive Functioning (Week 1)
Do you struggle with unexpected changes? Do you have trouble getting started on tasks? Or maybe you have trouble stopping things you like to do when it’s time to do something you don’t like to do? Have you ever avoided an experience or a person because of anxiety? How about when you have a great […]
Drop-in Social Communication Workshop – 5 Pro-tips for developing successful relationships
Drop-in Social Communication Workshop – 5 Pro-tips for developing successful relationships
“Work on Your Social Communication” workshops are back! These workshops are designed to provide Autistic and Neurodivergent individuals opportunities to learn and practice essential social communication skills. Each 90-minute workshop covers a different aspect of social communication, providing information, tips and strategies on connecting and thriving in social situations. Participants will have the opportunity to learn and practice new skills, […]
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April – May Skills Groups: Acceptance & Commitment Training (Week 1)
April – May Skills Groups: Acceptance & Commitment Training (Week 1)
Acceptance and Commitment Training (ACT) is an evidence-based approach that uses mindfulness and other strategies and experiences to reduce the impact of difficult or unpleasant thoughts and feelings. The goal of ACT is to help you learn through experience how to strengthen your mind and create psychological flexibility, which includes: the ability to be fully present (that is, […]
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Get Ready for your Summer Job – 4-part Series (Session 3)
Get Ready for your Summer Job – 4-part Series (Session 3)
Welcome to our Summer Job Series! This 4-part series is designed especially for autistic and neurodivergent students who are thinking about looking for a summer job and want to develop the pre-employment skills necessary to be successful. Participants will gain a better understanding of their individual strengths and skills and how they can use these […]
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Drop-in Social Communication Workshop – Strategies for Self-Care and Electronic Communication Safety Tips
Drop-in Social Communication Workshop – Strategies for Self-Care and Electronic Communication Safety Tips
“Work on Your Social Communication” workshops are back! These workshops are designed to provide Autistic and Neurodivergent individuals opportunities to learn and practice essential social communication skills. Each 90-minute workshop covers a different aspect of social communication, providing information, tips and strategies on connecting and thriving in social situations. Participants will have the opportunity to learn and practice new skills, […]
April – May Skills Groups: Executive Functioning (Week 2)
April – May Skills Groups: Executive Functioning (Week 2)
Do you struggle with unexpected changes? Do you have trouble getting started on tasks? Or maybe you have trouble stopping things you like to do when it’s time to do something you don’t like to do? Have you ever avoided an experience or a person because of anxiety? How about when you have a great […]
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Drop-in Employment Support – Disclosure & Workplace Accommodations
Drop-in Employment Support – Disclosure & Workplace Accommodations
We are delighted to introduce Employment Drop-in Sessions for 2023. Designed specifically for Autistic and Neurodivergent individuals, these sessions aim to provide a space for learning and practicing essential pre-employment skills on an as-needed basis. Each week, our skilled Employment Program Facilitators will dive into a different aspect of the job-search journey providing attendees a […]
April – May Skills Groups: Acceptance & Commitment Training (Week 2)
April – May Skills Groups: Acceptance & Commitment Training (Week 2)
Acceptance and Commitment Training (ACT) is an evidence-based approach that uses mindfulness and other strategies and experiences to reduce the impact of difficult or unpleasant thoughts and feelings. The goal of ACT is to help you learn through experience how to strengthen your mind and create psychological flexibility, which includes: the ability to be fully present (that is, […]
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The Art of Parenting…with Autism – Part 2
The Art of Parenting…with Autism – Part 2
Parenting is fraught with joys and challenges on even the best days. But when you’re an autistic parent, these things can be amplified. This Exploration Session is intended for parents who are autistic and also for parents of both autistic and non-autistic children. Part 2 of The Art of Parenting...with Autism will focus on HOME. […]
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Get Ready for your Summer Job – 4-part Series (Session 4)
Get Ready for your Summer Job – 4-part Series (Session 4)
Welcome to our Summer Job Series! This 4-part series is designed especially for autistic and neurodivergent students who are thinking about looking for a summer job and want to develop the pre-employment skills necessary to be successful. Participants will gain a better understanding of their individual strengths and skills and how they can use these […]
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Women’s Group
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