Community Members & Allies

This is a collection of resources in which community members and allies, such as a friend, educator, employer or educator, can learn, support, and advocate for those in the autism, neurodivergent and intellectually disability communities.

In this collection, you will find educational resources, actionable ways to support inclusion, and stories that amplify neurodivergent voices. Together, we can seek a society that respects, values and provides opportunity for every individual to thrive.

Toolkits & Infographics

TOOLKIT

How to be an Ally to the Autistic Community

Infographic

De-Escalation Strategies: Key Behaviours

TOOLKIT

Gift Ideas for People in the Autism Community

Videos & Webinars

VIDEO

Building Understanding, Informing Action: Six Principles for Inclusion

VIDEO

Creating an Inclusive Workplace Together

VIDEO

Autistic Grief and Loss: An Interview with a Neurodiversity-Affirming Therapist

Courses

COURSE

Supporting Neurodivergent Guests And Colleagues

COURSE

Autism and Intellectual Disability in the Library

COURSE

Supporting Your Employees with Differences Related to Autism: A Course for Employers in Customer Service

From the Library

Do You Want To Play? Making Friends With An Autistic Kid

By Daniel Share-Strom RSW

Borrow by mail or pick up in person at AIDE Canada Library

How to talk to an autistic kid

By Daniel Stefanski

Borrow by mail or pick up in person at AIDE Canada Library

The Neurodiverse Workplace: An Employer’s Guide to Managing and Working with Neurodivergent Employees, Clients and Customers

By Victoria Honeybourne

Borrow by mail or pick up in person at AIDE Canada Library