Release of Autism Ontario's IMFAR 2006: Report from the Delegates:
http://www.autismontario.com/Client/ASO/AO.nsf/object/IMFAR+document+final/$file/IMFAR+document+final.pdf
This document summarizes the reports gathered by the delegates (researchers and community leaders) who applied for and received bursaries from Autism Ontario to attend the 2006 International Meeting for Autism Research (IMFAR) in Montreal. Be sure to read the introductory comments by Dr. Lonnie Zwaigenbaum, former Chair of Autism Ontario's Research Committee. The bursaries were supported with proceeds from our 2006 Together for Autism™ Campaign (formerly Toonies for Autism™).
Autism Ontario is hiring…
Attached is a job posting for the position of “Educational Materials Writer – Producer.” This is a part-time position. The job posting closes on February 16, 2007. Resumes should be sent to hr@autismontario.com. The posting can also be found on our website under “Jobs in Autism.” Please feel free to distribute this posting widely.
Please note: Members in Leadership Positions within their Chapter will be asked to step down from their volunteer Leadership role prior to submitting a resume.
Revised & Updated Resource List now available on our website.
Please do not use any order forms printed prior to Jan 23/07. The updated resource order form is now available on our website.
Update on Temple Grandin Tickets: Hosted by London Chapter
Centennial Hall box office in London will handle all ticket sales to the public. All tickets will be sold at *$25* per ticket plus applicable taxes and surcharges.
Individuals/families with a current 2007 full membership to Autism Ontario - London will receive two free tickets. Anyone in our local community can join and can pay for a membership to Autism Ontario London prior to the event and be eligible for two free tickets as well as there being many other benefits of having a membership.
Individuals, Boards, organizations or other Autism Ontario Chapters can purchase tickets in batches of 50 tickets for $20 each or batches of 100 tickets for $15 each. Tickets will be available at Centennial Hall beginning January 24, 2007 and can be purchased in person, over the Internet, over the phone and by debit and credit card with applicable service fees. Centennial Hall - 519-672-1967 or www.centennialhall.london.ca
Anyone wishing to purchase batch tickets of 50 or 100 are asked to contact Marti Lussier directly:
Local: (519) 432-0075 ext 3249
Toll-Free:(866) 226-8881 ext 3249
Email: mlussier@portfoliomci.com
UPDATE: Key Messages from the Ministers Reference Group on Autism Spectrum Disorders, January 11 & 12 meeting.
The reference group:
- reviewed the writer’s version of the report and refined further its recommendations
- discussed further an illustrative framework to guide a more integrated approach to the delivery of programs and services for students with ASD
- provided further feedback to the Ministry of Education and Children and Youth Services regarding policy issues related to meeting the wide range of needs of students with Autism Spectrum Disorders
- responded to the presentation of the final report including design and format
- agreed to discuss the presentation of the report to Ministers Wynne and Chambers at a time mutually agreeable to the two Ministers
