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| WORKSHOP for PARENTS - July 18 and 19, 2011 Toronto General Hospital - Acceptance & Commitment Therapy/Training (ACT) for Parents of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder *Note - this workshop requires a family doctor referral. See the flier below for full details. RCT OUTREACH: Computers for low-income learners Renewed Computer Technology (RCT) strives to provide individuals with the tools that will enable them to achieve their highest potential in the global knowledge-based economy. As a pilot program of RCT, RCTech OUTREACH enables low income learners to access affordable quality refurbished computers and computer setup training. These tools work together to strengthen and build the capacity of individuals within the community, which in turn, fosters its economic growth and sustainability. RCTech OUTREACH aims to put quality computers in the hands of individuals and their families and will: - Increase knowledge and ability to use computers IMMEDIATE RELEASE THIBEAULT RE-INTRODUCES AUTISM LEGISLATION OTTAWA - TodayMP Glenn Thibeault (Sudbury) re-introduced two Private member`s Bills designed to assist individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders. The first Bill would amend the Canada Health Act to include Applied Behavioural Analysis (ABA) and Intensive Behavioural Intervention (IBI) as medically recognised treatments for individuals suffering from autism spectrum disorders. The second would create a National Strategy for individuals suffering from autism spectrum disorders, therefore ensuring that these individuals would receive the highest level of care, regardless of which region of Canada they live in. "Far too many Canadians and their families are coping with autism spectrum disorders without adequate support from any level of government" said Thibeault. "Together, these two Bills would ensure that all Canadians, irrespective of where they live, have access to the most appropriate forms of care and extended health services." "With negotiations between the provinces and federal governments on the Canada Health Accord starting in 2014, I am calling on the Government to implement the provisions of these bills to ensure that individuals suffering from autism spectrum disorders are properly covered by the Accord." Autism spectrum disorders are a spectrum of psychological conditions, including autism and Asperger's syndrome, which are characterised by an impairment of social interaction, restrictive interests and repeated behaviours. Currently, around 1 in 200 Canadians - representing roughly 190,000 Canadians - are estimated to suffer from autism spectrum disorders. Incidence rates have been on the rise over the past decade, with the prevalence rate in children estimated to be 1 in 165. For further information, please contact: Alex Bushell, Parliamentary Assistant (Glenn Thibeault): 613-996-8962 or glenn.thibeault.a2@parl.gc.ca POUR PUBLICATION IMMÉDIATE THIBEAULT DÉPOSE À NOUVEAU DES TEXTES LÉGISLATIFS SUR L'AUTISME OTTAWA - Aujourd'hui, le députéGlenn Thibeault (Sudbury) a déposé à nouveau deux projets de loi d'initiative parlementaire conçus pour aider les personnes atteintes de troubles du spectre autistique. Le premier projet de loi modifierait la Loi canadienne sur la santé pour que l'analyse comportementale appliquée et l'intervention comportementale intensive soient reconnues comme des traitements médicaux pour les personnes qui souffrent de troubles du spectre autistique. Le deuxième permettrait de créer une stratégie nationale pour les personnes atteintes de ces troubles et leur garantirait un niveau optimal de soins, peu importe la région du Canada dans laquelle ils vivent. « Beaucoup trop de Canadiens et leurs familles doivent composer avec les troubles du spectre autistique sans recevoir un appui adéquat de l'un ou l'autre palier de gouvernement, affirme M. Thibeault. Ensemble, ces deux projets de loi feraient en sorte que tous les Canadiens, peu importe où ils vivent, auraient accès aux soins les plus appropriés et à des services complémentaires de santé. » « Les négociations entre les provinces et le gouvernement fédéral sur l'Accord de santé Canada commenceront en 2014. Je demande donc au gouvernement de mettre en œuvre les dispositions de ces projets de loi pour que l'Accord tienne adéquatement compte des personnes atteintes de cette maladie. » Les troubles du spectre autistique se manifestent comme les maladies psychologiques liées à l'autisme et au syndrome d'Asperger, notamment des difficultés à interagir sur le plan social, des intérêts restreints et des comportements répétés. Actuellement, environ un Canadien sur 200 - soit environ 190 000 Canadiens - en est atteint. Le taux d'incidence a augmenté pendant la dernière décennie et un diagnostic d'autisme sera porté pour environ un enfant sur 165. Pour plus d'information, s'adresser à : Alex Bushell, adjoint parlementaire (Glenn Thibeault) : 613-996-8962 ou glenn.thibeault.a2@parl.gc.ca
| Like us on Facebook! Your support of our work here at Autism Ontario makes you a champion, not only of ASD in general, but of the thousands of individuals and families we support in the province of Ontario. We would love to welcome you to The Champions' Circle, our monthly gift group! Convenient and easy, we can debit your Visa or MasterCard once every month with a pre-selected gift amount of your choice, and provide you with 1 tax receipt at the end of the year for all of your monthly gifts. We would be thrilled if you would consider $30 per month, since it works out to about $1/day (less than many people spend on coffee), but any amount that suits you would be greatly appreciated, and will help continue our support! For information on joining The Champions' Circle, please contact Len Milley at 416 246 9592 x241 or by email at len@autismontario.com. Thank you, so much, for being a champion! Membership with Autism Ontario Why Join? For Information For Friendship and Support For Local and Provincial Support To Share in Advancing Support For and Understanding of ASD Preferential pricing/discounts Click here to Join Board Corner by Leah Miltchin Board President Autism Ontario Another Annual General Meeting has come and gone, and with this begins another new stage in the ever-evolving life of Autism Ontario. As someone who values both existing relationships and the opportunity to forge new ones, I always find changes to groups to be a bittersweet experience. This year, we say goodbye to three very dedicated and capable Board members: Eddy Lloyd, Muriel Hansen, and Deborah Kitchen. While Eddy and Muriel have left in order to focus on important family and personal developments in their lives, Deborah has "graduated", having served on the Board for a number of years as President and Past-President. All of these remarkable individuals have given freely and generously of their time and talents, and their contributions will certainly be missed. Monica Richardson, who has demonstrated vision and dynamic leadership as President for the past two years, now moves into the valuable mentoring role of Past-President (for which this current President is infinitely grateful!). At the same time, I'm delighted to introduce our four newly elected Board members: Doris Barkley, Robert Brown, Susan Fitzhenry, and Mark Lyon. These new members collectively bring to the Board a strong and diverse wealth of experience, both personally and professionally. This year's Board Executive is comprised of yours truly (President), Cathy White (Vice-President), Mark Lyon (Treasurer), and Michael Spicer (Secretary). I know I speak for the Board when I say that we are all very much looking forward to working together through our strategic plan over the next few years. On behalf of the Board of Directors, I wish to thank you, our volunteers and supporters, for your contributions to Autism Ontario and to helping us achieve our vision of acceptance and opportunities for individuals with ASD. |
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