A Community Built on Understanding Belonging, Acceptance, and Support
Boundary Autism Society is dedicated to fostering inclusion for neurodivergent individuals in Grand Forks, BC. We collaborate with local businesses, educate professionals, and support families through tailored programs and resources. Join us in building a more inclusive community for everyone.
Inclusive Swim Session Intake Now Open!
We have partnered with Sasha Tyoschin from Big Effort Swim and the Grand Forks Aquatic Center to provide autism-specific information toward an individualized swim program. Intake is open now, contact us to book!
Thank you to our generous donors and sponsors!
Our Services
Information Presentations for First Responders
Our educational workshops are free due to generous community support.
Autism awareness sessions for First Responders are designed to build understanding and awareness in recognizing autism and supporting autistic individuals.
*Our workshops are intended to provide general education and awareness and do not replace formal training, certification, or departmental procedures.
Education sessions are free and include a sensory support kit with each booking.
Supported Recreation
The Boundary Autism Society offers supported recreation opportunities designed to reduce barriers and create welcoming, inclusive experiences for neurodivergent individuals and families.
Current offerings include sensory-friendly swim nights at the Grand Forks Aquatic Centre, providing a calmer, more accessible environment for participants to enjoy the pool.
We are also looking ahead to the upcoming soccer season and will offer leagues focused on participation, enjoyment, and support rather than competition. More information will be shared as the season approaches. If you are interested in coaching, please reach out!
Our Community Trainer has partnered with Sasha from Big Effort Swim to develop individualized, supported swim instruction and is seeking participants this Spring. Please get in touch with us if you are interested!
Coming Soon - Resource Lending Library
Free thanks to generous community support and donations.
Our lending library is coming soon and will include a growing collection of books, parent-friendly reading materials, and hands-on developmental and learning materials. While we will have some traditional books, the library's focus will be on supporting parents in exploring information and materials that may be useful for their child. Families will be encouraged to borrow materials to try at home and discover what works best for their child.
Community Partners
We collaborate with local businesses and organizations to help create inclusive environments and events that welcome neurodivergent individuals. Community partners are organizations in the Boundary that have taken our educational workshops and maintain contact with our society to better the community for autistic individuals.
If your business or organization would like to book an information session or consultation to support people with autism in your community, please contact us by email.
Advocating for and Fostering Inclusion in the Boundary
Our Mission and Community Commitment
Boundary Autism Society is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for neurodivergent individuals in Grand Forks, BC. We recognize the unique challenges faced by those on the autism spectrum and other neurodivergent conditions, and our society is built on the foundation of advocacy, understanding, and community connection. Our mission is to ensure that everyone, whether they live here or are visiting, feels welcomed and valued within our community.
Support and Education Programs
We offer a range of services designed to educate and empower both neurodivergent individuals and the wider community. Our partnerships with local businesses help create inclusive environments. Our educational programs for first responders, community organizations, and local businesses help equip these key community members with the knowledge and skills needed to provide appropriate, accessible support.
Resources and Family Support
We recognize the significance of family in the journey of neurodivergent individuals. The Boundary Autism Society offers resources and support networks to local families. From guidance and informational materials to community events and peer support groups, we strive to create a network of care and connection.
Our society is composed of people with lived experience who are more than happy to help families connect with resources and navigate support for their child(ren). Please contact us by email to arrange a meeting with a mentor parent to help you navigate services and the autism funding process.
Our Community Partners
Our community partners are businesses and community groups that have partnered with us to offer special events and have attended our autism information workshops. Thank you, partners! We could not achieve our goals without you.
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