Receiving your child’s IEP around Thanksgiving? Under Ontario guidelines, school boards in Durham Region must share Individualized Education Plans within 30 school days. Whether your child attends DDSB or DCDSB, the Fall Review is your essential window to ensure sensory supports, transition aids, and learning goals are tailored to their needs. Read our step-by-step checklist to prepare for your review with confidence.

The National Autistic Society recently updated its guidance on the causes of autism, highlighting that autism is overwhelmingly genetic (60–80%+). Read our breakdown of the research, debunked myths, and how Lake Ridge Community Support Services uses modern, neuro-affirming ABA to empower individuals in our community.

For an child with autism/autistic child, the average classroom can feel like a sensory minefield. Learn how sensory overload and executive function demands impact your child at school—plus practical IEP accommodations and evidence-based ABA strategies to help them succeed.

The school year winding down brings a mix of excitement and anxiety for many caregivers. While summer promises freedom and fun, the abrupt loss of predictable school routines can often lead to increased stress, dysregulation, and uncertainty for children navigating seasonal changes.

The good news? A smoother, more enjoyable summer is entirely possible with the right preparation and tools.

Recent investigations in the U.S. have sparked a difficult conversation about the "for-profit trap" in autism therapy—where billing quotas can sometimes overshadow child outcomes.

Recently, the autism spectrum has come under intense scrutiny. As prevalence rates climb—with some data now suggesting that up to 1 in 31 people are autistic—a divide has emerged.

On March 20th, we join a global community to celebrate World Behaviour Analysis Day (WBAD). This isn't just a date on the calendar; it’s a day to recognize the incredible impact that the science of behaviour has on improving lives, fostering independence, and building stronger communities.

Starting kindergarten is a monumental leap for any child and their family. It's a world of new friends, new routines, and new expectations. But for autistic children with autism, this transition can feel less like a gentle step and more like a dive into the deep end, headfirst.

The summer can feel like a restful escape from the demands of the school year, a time of relaxed routines and fewer pressures. Yet, as the calendar pages turn and the familiar back-to-school ads fill our screens, a pit of anxiety can begin to form in the stomachs of both parents and children.

Learn how to apply for the Ontario Autism Program (OAP) with this step-by-step guide covering eligibility, registration, funding options, and eligible expenses.

This guide provides a simple breakdown of OAP funding and answers common questions about the process.

IPRC stands for Identification, Placement, Review Committee and is a very important first step in advocating for your child at school if they are autistic/have autism or an intellectual disability.

The IEP is the plan that puts into place the resources and supports identified as beneficial to your child to help them achieve their academic goals.