Alberta Collection

What do you see when you picture what life will be like when you move out of your family’s home? If you are planning on moving out on your own soon, or if you are in a position where you must move out, now is the time to start thinking about what you need in a home, and what kind of home will make you happy. This toolkit is was created by Self-advocate Christopher Whelan to help autistic adults work through housing questions and answers.

This resource guide, written by autistic self-advocate Christopher Whelan, is designed to assist people on the autism spectrum in making decisions about when and whether to move out of their family home. It reviews housing options, renter's rights and responsibilities, tips on independent living and more. This resource was developed in partnership with Autism Calgary.

This page offers a comprehensive look at the autism-related funding, services and support provided by each provincial and territorial government in Canada. Scroll to the Alberta section to find the programs available to you.

This toolkit inventories the autism-related funding, services and support provided by the provincial and territorial governments for individuals older than 18 in Alberta

This toolkit provides an overview of financial assistance available to eligible post-secondary students through their respective provincial, territorial and/or federal government. All 13 Provinces and territories in Canada are discussed. This resource was developed in partnership with the Pacific Autism Family Network. Click to find out about Alberta Bursary and National funding options.

This toolkit provides an overview of financial assistance available to eligible post-secondary students through their respective provincial, territorial and/or federal government. All 13 Provinces and territories in Canada are discussed. This resource was developed in partnership with the Pacific Autism Family Network.

This toolkit provides an overview of financial assistance available to eligible post-secondary students through their respective provincial, territorial and/or federal government. All 13 Provinces and territories in Canada are discussed. This resource was developed in partnership with the Pacific Autism Family Network.

This Toolkit will provide individuals and their families information about the Department of Social Development (DSD) in New Brunswick. The Toolkit will breakdown the different programs DSD provides, how to contact DSD for supports and what programs and funding is available.

Hosted by self-advocate Alex Tam, this video introduces the Spectrum Advantage employment program and the opportunities it offers for autistic teens and adults in Alberta. This resource was developed in partnership with the Autism Calgary.

Hosted by self-advocate Alex Tam, this video introduces the Spectrum Advantage employment program and the opportunities it offers for autistic teens and adults in Alberta. This resource was developed in partnership with the Autism Calgary.

Canadians with developmental disabilities face barriers to employment. System and policy changes could be developed to strengthen employment opportunity and create appropriate supports.

This video essay written and developed by a self-advocate on the autism spectrum discusses some of the ways that he developed his social circle in his Alberta community. This resource was developed in partnership with Autism Calgary.

Being a caregiver of those with intellectual disabilities and/or those with developmental disabilities can be both rewarding and challenging. This toolkit is designed to provide families with strategies to help individuals navigate their needs and balance them with the needs of their loved one. There is a section just for sibling caregivers as well as activities to allow you to make plans for the future. Scroll to your province for additional resources

This toolkit outlines one mother's quest for resources and activities for her son with autism at no or little cost. She outlines her strategy, and many helpful ideas are offered for finding enjoyable and educational resources. Scroll to the Alberta resources at the end of the document for ideas in your province.

Adults living in Canada are used to making decisions about their own lives, whether it be where to live, what to eat, what to wear, or how to spend their money. Canadians understand free decision-making to be one of our basic rights. People with disabilities are no exception. Look at the table at the end of this toolkit to learn more about rules applicable in Alberta