Links
Below are links to a variety of credible websites. If you have
a recommendation email us the link.
- Autism Ontario is one of the largest collective voices representing the autism community. Members are connected through a volunteer network of chapters throughout the Province of Ontario. See the section "What is Autism" for a detailed overview of autism spectrum disorders.
- Autism Society Canada/Société canadianne de l'autisme Autism Society Canada (ASC) is a national incorporated non-profit charitable organization. It was founded in 1976 by a group of parents committed to advocacy, public education, information and referral, and support for its regional societies.
- Asperger Society of Ontario was created to assist families and persons affected by Asperger to find services and information available in Ontario. As well, they host conferences for people interested in Asperger's.
- Autism Awareness Centre Inc.'s vision is to provide Canadian Families and professionals with information and education, which will affect positive change in the lives of those diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders.
- Autism Speaks is America's largest autism science and advocacy organization. Their website offers a wealth of information on issues related to autism including recent scientific studies and an extensive resource guide. The Austims Speaks Video Glossary is a web based tool designed to help parents and professionals learn more about early red flags and diagnostic features of ASD. You can access over 100 video clips free of charge but you must registered first.
- Autism Today is a leading online magazine and information center where people can find the latest news and connect with professionals and resources.
- AutismLink links parents together using the internet. The website offers discussion forums, links to news and magazine articles as well as general autism information. There is also an online store where you can purchase autism awareness merchandise.
- Autspot.com is a worldwide social network for families with autism to link up with other families and join different groups. Registration is required.
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is a credible online source for facts and up to date news about autism.
- Cindy's Autistic Support has numerous downloads. Great site for teachers, parents and kids.
- Do2Learn includes a collection of free printable visuals, games and teaching tools.
- First Signs is a U.S. national non-profit organization dedicated to educating parents and professionals about the early signs of autism and related developmental disorders.
- Ministry of Education Ontario provides Questions and Answers about students with autism.
- Parentbooks is a retail store located in Toronto. They have a large booklist on Autism available to purchase by mail-order or online.
- People's Resource Guide to Autism is a collection of links to other credible websites covering a variety of important topics related to autism.
- Project Lifesaver provides another significant level of support for those individuals who provide care for loved ones with a medical condition that causes them to bolt or wander. For more information email or call Maureen Kresan at 519-982-9988.
- The Respite Learning Portal is a website devoted to people who are interested in learning more about the world of respite and those already providing respite support who want to access more training, information, and to share ideas and resources. Offers a free online parent module to assist parents in finding respite staff.
- Special Needs Planning Group is a website that contains resources to provide a starting point for your journey through the maze that is Income Tax Planning for people with a disability & their families.
- The Summit Centre provide intensive early intervention services to preschool children with Autism.
- The Geneva Centre in Toronto has information on various courses they offer, reference material and of course lots of links.
- Treatment & Education of Autistic and related Communication handicapped Children TEACCH (Treatment and Education of Autistic and Communication related handicapped CHildren) is an evidence-based service, training, and research program for individuals of all ages and skill levels with autism spectrum disorders.