Autism Society of Edmonton Area

The Autism Society of Edmonton Area (ASEA) helps families and communities embrace and support people on the autism spectrum throughout their lives.

Whether you are new to the world of autism or have a lengthy and intimate connection, we are hoping our website has something that will interest you. Please take a look around!

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2012 Graduate Student Pilot Grants

The 2012 Graduate Student Pilot Grants (minimum of two in a 12 month period) will support individuals conducting graduate research in any field related to Autism Spectrum Disorders to begin  May 2012. These scholarships are jointly funded by the Autism Society of Edmonton Area and the Autism Research Centre at the Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital (affiliated with Alberta Health Services and the University of Alberta). Each pilot grant (maximum $5,000.00) is to be applied towards the operating costs of the successful applicants’ graduate research project. Applications will be judged on the quality and originality of the proposed project, and on the potential of the research to contribute to the well‐being of persons with ASD and their families. 
 
Each successful applicant will provide a written progress report at 6 months and a final report and presentation of study findings (see below) at the conclusion of the project.
 
Deadline to apply: April 1, 2012. Funding for May 15, 2012 to May 15, 2013.
 

"On the Job" Conference - Now with Subsidy Opportunities

The "On the Job:  Advancing Vocational Opportunities for Persons with Autism Spectrum Disorders" conference is fast approaching! If you have not yet registered, please do so quickly, while space is still available. As a reminder, the Conference is being held on February 2 & 3, 2012 in Toronto. Click here to download the conference brochure.
 
You can also click here to download an application form for a subsidy grant for conference attendance, thanks to the generous support of Autism Speaks Canada. Subsidies of up to $1000 are available.
 
If you have any questions, feel free to be in touch with Esther Ko at esther.ko@sickkids.ca or (416) 813-7654 x28004.

Are You an Adult with Autism Spectrum Disorder?

We need YOU to help us find out if difficulties with communication make it harder to get a job.
 
We need adults who are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) to volunteer for a research study. We want to know why some adults with ASD get good jobs, while others are unemployed. Some people say that communication impairments make it hard to get a job.
 
  • Are you an adult with ASD?
  • Are you 18 - 25 years old?
  • Have you graduated from high school?
  • Could you come to the University of Alberta for 2 sessions where you would meet with a job consultant, do a practice job interview, and complete some language tests?
 
We will provide compensation at each visit to thank you for your participation. If you wish, you can talk to a speech pathologist about your communication skills.
 
If you can help, please contact Wendy Mitchell at wendy.mitchell@ualberta.ca or at 780 492 9050 for more information.
 
Thank you for considering participating in this research.

Cerebral Palsy Association in Alberta 2012 Program Schedule

The Cerebral Palsy Association in Alberta is offering some great programs in the Edmonton area for 2012! Their programs are available for individuals with all types of disabilities, and not just cerebral palsy! Here's just a few of them:

For adults:

  • Yoga (day program)
  • Computability: Offers persons with disabilities the chance to learn computing skills while having fun at the same time
  • Art Expressions: An integrated community-based creative arts program for persons with disabilities.
And more!

Click here to download the Adult Program brochure

For children and youth:

  • YogaBees
  • Children's Art Program: This six week children’s art program is open to children of all disabilities. The adapted program is
    designed to enhance children’s physical, mental and emotional well-being through the exploration of various art forms such as painting, clay and much more!
  • Ballerina Dreams: The Ballerina Dreams program allows children with disabilities to truly feel like ballerinas.

Are You a Parent of an Individual with Autism Spectrum Disorder?


We want to make autism research more relevant to you!

Can you please help us by sharing your experience being involved in autism research?

 
WHO: Parents of individuals with autism in Edmonton
WHAT: A new research study is exploring how adults with autism and parents of individuals with autism prefer to be involved in developing autism research.
WHY: Understanding how adults with autism and parents of individuals with autism prefer to be involved in developing autism research may lead to the production of research that is more meaningful and relevant to both of these groups.
WHERE: Autism Research Center, Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital
Edmonton, AB
 
QUESTIONS? INTERESTED IN PARTICIPATING?
Please contact Jamil Jivraj (Project Coordinator):
780-984
 
Principal Investigator: Dr. Lonnie Zwaigenbaum
Study Title: Exploring consumer involvement in autism research

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