Neuroinclusion in Research and the Workplace (RI-MUHC)
Introducing Neuroinclusion Guide: The Strength of the Spectrum, a video series from the RI-MUHC featuring Dr. Julie Scorah and Julien Villeneuve, developed as part of the Institute’s Equity, Diversity and Inclusion work.
Seeing strengths, not deficits: Grant Bruno brings Indigenous knowledge to neurodiversity (McGill Reporter)
When Grant Bruno delivers his keynote at McGill University December 3 to mark the 2025 International Day of Persons with Disabilities, he’ll be inviting the audience to imagine a different way of understanding neurodiversity, one grounded not in deficits, but in belonging.
Autisme: le Neuro offre la seule formation bilingue au Canada (L’actualité)
A training offered by TACC and the Montreal Neurological Institute-Hospital allows clinicians in remote regions to connect with specialists to strengthen their skills in diagnosing and supporting autistic individuals.
Conference in Montreal seeks to address lack of outdoor play spaces for neurodivergent kids (Global News)
For parents of neurodivergent kids, it’s not always easy to find appropriate outdoor play spaces. This, despite evidence of the developmental benefits of outdoor play.
Montreal school’s inclusive playground a model for outdoor play — and a push joy (CTV News)
At Giant Steps Montreal, a unique playground is redefining what outdoor play can look like — not just for autistic children, but for all kids.
Play, connect, thrive: Highlighting inclusive play in Montreal (City News Everywhere)
“We strongly believe in every child’s right to play,” said Seiun Thomas Henderson, Director of Research and Innovation at Giant Steps, about Play, connect, thrive—an event making outdoor play more inclusive for autistic kids. Adriana Gentile reports.
Expanding access to specialized healthcare across Quebec: ECHO Superhub (The Neuro)
Free, online training program strengthens training and brings specialized care to communities across Quebec
Des services à la hauteur de leurs besoins (Institut Universitaire DI TSA)
Committed to supporting the inclusion and well-being of autistic children, stakeholders in Mauricie-et-du-Centre-du-Québec are working alongside Myriam Rousseau and her team to co-develop and evaluate online training in early intervention that respects neurodiversity and empowers families. ___ This article was originally published by Institut Universitaire DI TSA. Read the full article (in French) here.
A different way of perceiving the world (udemnouvelles)
A new study reveals children with autism have a keen interest in letters and numbers – something their parents don’t always spot.
Un toit pour les adultes autistes sous la loupe de scientifiques (Radio-Canada)
La maison Véro & Louis a accueilli en 2021 ses premiers résidents, des adultes autistes. Adaptée à leurs besoins, elle a été conçue avec l’aide de scientifiques, puis évaluée par la recherche. Trois ans plus tard, les chercheurs commencent à publier leurs premières conclusions.