World Autism Day

April 2nd marks World Autism Day. With Autism being diagnosed at an astonishing rate per minute in the world, this day brings awareness and help to those with Autism; or those with an inkling that their child maybe suffering, with symptoms increasing day by day.

Autism Ontario wants to highlight Autism by bringing awareness and letting parents know they are not alone in their struggle, to help their children get the much needed help and support available.

There is support here in Niagara but there are still issues with mental illness and the stigma it carries. The Niagara region is under funded in the area of children's mental health and it needs your support. Any fundraiser you can support, any volunteer work you can do will directly help the Niagara Chapter.

There are many mental illness fundraising campaigns in the Niagara Region as well. We will be looking at many local charities and support systems for children across the board.

For now enjoy World Autism Day and maybe join them for breakfast at Club Roma tomorrow morning with Z101 on site!

Annual WAAD Community Partners Breakfast


Join Autism Ontario - Niagara Region Chapter for our first annual WAAD Community Partners Breakfast!

See the premier of our WAAD promo video, our t-shirt design contest judging and results, enjoy a delicious breakfast, and more!

Breakfast includes sausages, pancakes, tea, coffee and juice.

Date: Tuesday, April 2, 2013 (WAAD!)
Location: Club Roma, 125 Vansickle Rd., St. Catharines, ON
Time: 7:00-9:00am
Cost: $5 for students/children, $10 for adults

REGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT IS NOW CLOSED. SOME TICKETS WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR.

Other Community Events...


WAAD Swiss Chalet Dinner

On TUESDAY, APRIL 2, the Swiss Chalet on Fourth Avenue in St. Catharines, ON will graciously donate a portion of meal sales to the Autism Ontario - Niagara Region Chapter.

Autism Ontario volunteers will be there with a display table from 11:30am - 2:00pm and from 4:00pm - 7:00pm to greet guests when they arrive and let them know about WAAD.

You must provide them with your receipt on the way out to have a portion of the proceeds donated to our Chapter.

You do not need to register for this drop-in, third-party event.

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WAAD Swim & Book Reading
Families are welcome to join us for a swim during the public swimming hours of 4:00-5:30pm.
When: Tuesday, April 2, 2013
Where: Kiwanis Aquatics Centre and Library (Grantham Branch) located at 425 Carlton Street South, St. Catharines, ON

Families are then welcomed to head over to The Kiwanis Library (Grantham Branch) from 5:15-6:00pm, for a book reading and video presentation. Author Rose Campbell will be reading her short picture book entitled " I have Asperger’s Syndrome and That's Okay."

Cost: FREE

You MUST register to attend this event. If you have any questions about this event, please email christina@autismontario.com.

Click here to register.

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Eat, Drink and Support Autism!
On FRIDAY, APRIL 5, from 5:00 - 9:00pm, 10% of the proceeds of all dollars made at Sharps and Squares will go to Autism Ontario – Niagara Region Chapter.

Wear you apparel and continue to make a statement while enjoying a delicious meal!

Sharps and Squares Stadium Grill located on 206 Richmond Street, Thorold, Ontario.

For a party of more than 10 people please call (905) 227-4277 to reserve a table. For everyone else, this is a drop-in event! No registration or reservation necessary.