1 in 50
According to the 2019 Canadian Health Survey on Children and Youth, about 1 in 50 children and youth aged 1 to 17 in Canada had an autism diagnosis
Primary source Public Health Agency of Canada (2024) Verified 2024-03-26
A practical puberty plan for autistic teens and families
Start early with clear, concrete information about physical changes, self-care, emotions, relationships, and personal boundaries.
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A practical puberty plan for autistic teens and families Start early with clear, concrete information about physical changes, self-care, emotions, relationships, and personal boundaries. Provide detailed, sequential information about what changes will happen and when. Visual supports (books, charts, social stories) can help make abstract concepts concrete. Repeat information multiple times, one conversation is rarely sufficient. Read the guide www.endthewaitontario.com/autism-and-puberty
Download English captions (WebVTT)Start early with clear, concrete information about physical changes, self-care, emotions, relationships, and personal boundaries. A short explainer with music and captions. 33 seconds.
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Autism and Social Skills: Evidence-Based Approaches
Autism Ontario chapters and other community organizations run social groups and clubs for autistic youth - Running time 0:52 Family and daily life
Autism Safety Ontario: Elopement and School Plans
Ask in writing for an elopement safety plan and ask that it be attached to the IEP or behaviour plan. - Running time 0:53 Family and daily life
Free Autism Support Groups in Ontario
No diagnosis required to join most groups, all families affected by autism are welcome.
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91,974
children are registered in the Ontario Autism Program
Primary source MCCSS FOI via OAC · May 2026 Verified 2026-11-03
WHO recommends accessible, community-based early interventions for children with autism. Timely evidence-based psychosocial interventions improve communication and social engagement
Primary source World Health Organization (2025) Verified 2025-09-17
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Written by Spencer Carroll
Founder & Autism Advocate
Lived experience: Parent of autistic child in the OAP system