Nova Scotia Disabled Persons Commission
Gives people with disabilities a way to participate in the provincial government policy-making process.
Other Disabilities Resources in Canada
Not all of our resources and tools are autism-specific; they can be helpful with disabilities as well. Search our resources section for all information pertaining to "other disabilities".
Nova Scotia Respite
A list of respite service providers throughout Nova Scotia who provide care for children with disabilities.
NWT Council of Persons with Disabilities
Mission is to achieve self-determination and full citizenship for Persons with Disabilities. We do this by promoting awareness, opportunities, choices and participation in all aspects of life in the Northwest Territories.
Office of Disability Issues
Serves as a focal point for government initiatives on disabilities. The Office is a vehicle for collaboration and partnership with the disability community.
Offord Centre for Child Studies
Canada’s only research centre solely dedicated to improving the life quality and life opportunities of children and youth by focusing on the biological factors and life circumstances that influence healthy child development.
Ontario Association on Developmental Disabilities
The Ontario Association on Developmental Disabilities exists to support professionals and students working and pursuing careers in the field of developmental disabilities.
Ontario Disability Support Program
Is intended to meet the needs of people with disabilities and help them to become more independent.
Ontario Prader-Willi Syndrome Association
A non-profit, charity which was established in 1982. Their mission is to enhance the quality of life for individuals with Prader-Willi Syndrome.
Ontario Rett Syndrome Association
The Ontario Rett Syndrome Association exists to ensure that girls and women with Rett syndrome are enabled to achieve their full potential and enjoy the highest quality of life within their community.
Open Sky Co-operative Ltd.
Provides home, vocational assistance and a caring community for adults who require supports to improve their quality of life. They offer a summer Therapeutic Horticulture and Pre-Vocational Skills Development program for adults from mid-May until October 2014.
OPHQ
Government of Quebec website on intellectual disabilities.
Ottawa Independent Living Resource Centre
One of 29 Independent Living Resource Centre’s in Canada. We are non-profit organizations, serving people with disabilities in our communities. The Ottawa Independent Living Centre (OILRC) has been supporting people with disabilities in the Ottawa community for more than fifteen years.
PANDA: Parents Aptes à Négocier le Déficit de l’Attention avec ou sans hyperactivité
Pour les parents d’enfants souffrant d’un trouble du déficit de l’attention, avec ou sans hyperactivité (T.D.A.H.) , il existe peu de groupes de support et d’entraide spécifique.
Peel Infant Development
Peel Infant Development is one of many Infant Development programs across Ontario and Canada that specialize in providing services and resources for families with children who are at risk of, or have a delay in his or her development.
Pivot Point
Specializes in intensive therapeutic interventions for children with “extra needs” ranging from mild behavioural and emotional challenges to moderate or severe childhood disorders such as Learning Disabilities, Developmental Disabilities, and other challenges that limit success at home or school. Also has full-service autism programs for children ages 2 to 19, as well as “Service Packages”, or any individual service in any amount required.