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York Region Chapter : Who We Are and What We Do

 

York Region Chapter is one of 30 chapters of Autism Ontario.

We have offices, meeting and program space in the
Loyal True Blue and Orange Home building
11181 Yonge Street, Richmond Hill, Ontario L4S 1L2 map

Office and Lending Library # 303
Board Room # 305
Meeting Rooms B7 or B13 [basement level]


Contact Information

Chapter
Phone/Voicemail: 905-780-1590
email york@autismontario.com
web www.autismontario.com/york

Realize Community Potential Program

RCP Coordinator alana@autismontario.com

 

Adult Issues

Networking & Support Group: AutismYork.Adults@gmail.com

 

Summer Programs

A-OK Camp Coordinator: aokcamp@gmail.com

Adult Summer Program Coordinator: aokcamp@gmail.com

Phone/Voicemail: 905-780-9587


Information Sources from us
Free weekly eNews: how to subscribe, view archives, submit items
Calendar of Events:  interactive, online google with maps to events
Calendar Page: online Calendar, eNEWS, Chapter Support Group Meetings, Chapter Workshops and Information Evenings, RCP Program Events link, Dates At A Glance, Online Calendar Hints & Tips


Our Vision
Acceptance and opportunites for all individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders

Our Mission
To ensure that each individual with ASD is provided the means to achieve quality of life as a respected member of society

Our Chapter
We are parents of children, youth and adults living with Autism Spectrum Disorders, our extended family members and the professionals who support us. We are a grass-roots organization, directed and managed by a dedicated core of parent volunteers.

Our Visual Identity

Autism Ontario logo

In our logo
• Our graphic elements are “seeds of potential”
• Red is for the initial feeling of helplessness, frustration, and anger when autism is determined
• Blue denotes hope, change, and support
• Green is for growth, vibrancy, living a full life, and the potential of the individual


Chapter Leadership Council

Your CLC is responsible for the direction and management of your chapter. CLC members are contacted through the chapter office.


June 2010 - May 2011

President:  Diana Merrell
Treasurer:  Janice Fletcher
Secretary:  Heidi Hitchmough


Elections: Any chapter member in good standing 30 days prior to our Annual General Meeting may be nominated for election to the CLC. Elections are held at our AGM each spring and positions are for a one year term.



Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC Reps)
Your SEAC Reps are contacted through the chapter office

 

York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB)
Cenza Newton 
Simone Hubers [Alternate]

 

York Region Public School Board (YRDSB)
Micole Ongman
Kathryn Everest [Alternate] 


Chapter Sub-committees
A-OK Summer Day Camp: Paul Kalmykow

Summer Youth Program: Paul Kalmykow, Kathryn Everest

AO-A Adult Summer Program: Paul Kalmykow

Adult Issues Networking/Support Group: Lynda Beedham

Support Group Facilitator: Simone Hubers
Finance [Summer Programs] Brenda Wynne

Finance [Chapter] Jasna Tome

Workshops & Meetings: Tracey Doncses

Together For Autism Awareness Campaign: Deb Leblond

 

If you would like to join or assist with any of the above mentioned committees, please contact us at york@autismontario.com or by voicemail to 905-780-1590.

 

Your participation is always welcome !!!

Volunteer Application Form


What We Do

Information, Education and Networking

Parent Support Groups
Summer Camp
Information Sessions and Workshops

Lending Library
Chapter Leadership Council Speakers' Bureau
eNews distributed weekly
Volunteer Opportunities
Fundraising & Awareness 


The YRC office receives no government funding. All chapter administrative functions are supported by volunteers, donations from our community and fundraising intiatives.


 

 















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