Learning Resources
Autism Ontario is the province’s leading source of information and referral on autism, and one of the largest collective voices representing the autism community. Autism Ontario’s online learning resources are available to assist you on your journey from diagnosis onward.
School Collection
This collection of resources aims to support caregivers in transitioning their child to school by building routines for success and supporting positive communication with their child’s school team. See below for information and strategies for parents and caregivers of children at all stages in their school journey.
Navigating a New Diagnosis
Receiving an autism diagnosis is the start of a journey that can be challenging and transformative. Our resources are designed to provide clarity, community, and confidence as you navigate each step.
Mind Matters: Supporting Mental Health
We understand that life’s challenges can feel overwhelming at times, and our goal is to provide clear, accessible resources and a welcoming sense of community where individuals and families can find understanding, care, and connection. Whether you’re seeking tools, guidance, or simply a sense of belonging, we’re here to support you—because your mind matters.
See below for more family-friendly and accessible resources for autistic people and their families. The resources will vary from webinars, guides, fact sheets, articles, and personal stories.
What to Expect: Applied Behaviour Analysis
What to Expect: Mental Health
What to Expect: Speech Language Pathology
What to Expect: Occupational Therapy
Service Resources PDFs
8 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Service Provider [Download PDF]
Provider Checklist [Download PDF]
Farsi فارسی
- Mental Health | نچه باید انتظار داشت: خدمات سلامت روان
- Occupational Therapy | آنچه باید انتظار داشت: کاردرمانی
- Speech Language Pathology | گفتار درمانی)
- Applied Behaviour Analysis | آنچه باید انتظار داشت: رفتار کاربردی
Arabic العربية
- Mental Health | ما المتوقع: خدمات الصحة العقلية
- Occupational Therapy | ما المتوقع: العلاج الوظيفي
- Speech Language Pathology | آما المتوقع: أمراض النطق واللغة
- Applied Behaviour Analysis | آما المتوقع: السلوك التطبيقي
Mandarin 官话
- Mental Health | 作何期望:心理健康服务
- Occupational Therapy | 作何期望:职业治疗
- Speech Language Pathology | 作何期望:语言病理学(SLP)
- Applied Behaviour Analysis | 作何期望:应用行为
Cantonese 廣東話
- Mental Health | 作何期望:心理健康服務
- Occupational Therapy | 作何期望:職能治療
- Speech Language Pathology | 作何期望:語言病理學(SLP)
- Applied Behaviour Analysis | 作何期望:應用行為