With ongoing winter weather conditions across the province, our South West, South Shore, Valley, Truro, Cape Breton, Cumberland and HRM/Central offices are closed today.
Pictou and Strait Area offices will open at 1:00 pm.
Staff are working remotely during office closures.
Programs scheduled during day closures are cancelled today. Check with your local office about evening programs before travel.
WHAT: Post-secondary award
WHO: Students who identify as Autistic, and residents of Nova Scotia
MAXIMUM AMOUNT: $2,000 a year, renewable for up to four years
APPLICATIONS DUE: March 6, 2026
MADE POSSIBLE BY: The Craig Foundation
Membership offers many benefits, both to yourself and our organization. Your annual membership fee goes directly towards supporting the programming and services Autism Nova Scotia offers for the autism community across the province.
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It’s our vision to create a world where autism is understood, accepted and everyone is living a full life. We offer a range of programming, services and advocacy across the lifespan.
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We know that finding support close to home is important. That’s why we have local centres in communities across the province.
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QuickStart Quick Tips! When winter weather keeps everyone inside, sensory play can be a great way to support creativity, regulation, and connection, all from the comfort of home. This easy DIY sensory dough uses just a few household ingredients and can be adapted to suit different sensory preferences. Whether your child enjoys squishing, rolling, cutting,…
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The holiday season brings connection, celebration, and new experiences, but it can also bring sensory demands, schedule changes, and social pressure. For many Autistic and neurodivergent adults, these shifts can make the holidays feel overwhelming rather than enjoyable. At the Pinwheel Wellness Centre, we are committed to creating supportive, accessible wellness experiences year-round. This season, Ribbert, our Pinwheel…
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This Action Plan is building a comprehensive approach to move towards full community, economic, and social inclusion for Autistic people in Nova Scotia.
Completing the Action Plan is the first step of this work. Autism Nova Scotia will continue to collaborate with Autistic people, their families/caregivers, and government to implement this Autism Action Plan for Nova Scotia.
Working toward a world where autistic people no longer face barriers to living their best quality of life, Autism Nova Scotia advocates for the autistic community across all levels of government. We act as leaders in educating and training employers, organizations, and institutions in accepting and accommodating autistic individuals in all areas of society.
