Autism Independent Living Association - AILA Edmonton

05/29/2026

On April 25, AiLA was proud to take part in the Volunteer Fair at West Edmonton Mall!
It was a great opportunity to connect with the community, share information about our programs, and speak with people interested in supporting independent living for autistic adults.
We were also honoured to have Andrew Knack stop by our booth to wish us well and show support for our work in the community. Thank you to everyone who visited us throughout the day!

05/28/2026

The Autism Independent Living Association was highlighted for our cooking program, which helps autistic adults build independence through kitchen skills, healthy eating, and budgeting.
A big thank you to CBC for shining a light on the importance of practical life skills and community support.
Special thanks to AiLA President Leanne Carr for speaking about the impact these workshops are having on the lives of participants and families.

Listen to the interview here:
https://www.cbc.ca/listen/live-radio/1-17-edmonton-am/clip/16216001-helping-autistic-adults-gain-independence-kitchen

05/26/2026

CAREmels will be available next at the Cycle for Autism event hosted by Autism Edmonton on June 7 at Gold Bar Park. Be sure to stop by!
Can’t make it? No worries, CAREmels are available year-round. Every purchase of our Creamy-Autismal-Rich-Exceptional “CARE-mel” bricks helps bring us one step closer to building supportive housing for autistic adults.
To order, email [email protected]

05/23/2026

AiLA is a fully volunteer-run organization working toward building intentional, supportive housing for autistic adults in Edmonton. As we move from planning into the possibility of building, we’re reminded that this vision is only possible through the dedication of our volunteers and community support.

05/22/2026

📣 SAVE THE DATE 📣
Mon June 8 at 1pm ET / 10am PT

National updates and looking to the future

Join us to reflect on our journey over the past five years and what the future holds. Hosts Michelle Hewitt and Rabia Khedr will share their thoughts on the current state of disability poverty in Canada and what’s to come.

WHEN: Monday, June 8
TIME: 10am-11am PT / 1pm-2pm ET

ASL, LSQ and captions available.

Register here: https://www.disabilitywithoutpoverty.ca/en/special-announcements/national-updates-june-8-webinar

05/21/2026

Tune in tomorrow at 8:20 AM to hear Leanne Carr on CBC Radio!

Leanne will be speaking about AiLA’s Nutritional Workshops and the impact they’re having in supporting autistic adults through cooking, nutrition, and community connection.

Be sure to listen in and learn more about this program!

05/20/2026

Aila is so proud of our vice president Kyle Lobb who was on the news today speaking about the Cycle for Autism event for Autism Edmonton. We are also proud to be part of this event, and we'll have a table there as well and be selling our amazing CAREMELS. So look for us at Borden Park on June 7th.

We were thrilled to see Morine Rossi, Director of Programs at Autism Edmonton, and Kyle Lobb, Master of Ceremonies for the upcoming CYCLE for Autism Edmonton, were featured today on Global Edmonton’s lunchtime News Hour!

They did a fantastic job promoting the upcoming CYCLE for Autism Edmonton event taking place on Sunday, June 7th, and helping spread awareness about the importance of community connection, inclusion, and support for autistic individuals and families.

We hope everyone has a chance to catch the segment if you missed it during lunch today. Thank you, Morine and Kyle, for representing Autism Edmonton so well! 🚴💙

If you are wanting to take part as an individual or as a team (or to donate), please go to

https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/autism-society-of-edmonton-area/p2p/cycleforautism2026/

05/17/2026

Here’s an event coming up hosted by Voice Of Albertans With Disabilities Society. Info is in the link.

29 April 2026Accessible Events, Community Events, Disability Opportunities, Full Citizenship, VAD Projects Voices Without Barriers: Alberta’s First Fully Accessible Music Festival Voice of Albertans with Disabilities Society is proud to present Voices Without Barriers, Alberta’s first fully acce...

05/16/2026

ONE WEEK FROM TODAY!

Financial Literacy for Teens
Thursday, May 21st, 2026
7 pm to 8:30 pm

Money management is a life skill, and the earlier teens understand it, the stronger their foundation for adulthood will be.

This session teaches teens the essentials of financial management in a practical and relatable way. We break down the basics so young people can make informed, confident decisions about their financial future.

In this session, teens will learn:
• How bank accounts work and how to manage them responsibly
• What a credit score is and why it matters
• The basics of student loans and borrowing wisely
• Everyday habits that build strong financial health

Financial confidence does not happen by accident. It is built through knowledge, awareness, and smart habits.

Join us to help teens take control of their financial future with clarity and confidence.

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/financial-literacy-for-teens-tickets-1983624171294?aff=ebdsoporgprofile