Autism NS Pictou County Chapter

09/02/2026

🍂Save the Date - Fall Program Registration🍂

Registration for fall programs at the chapter will open on Wednesday September 16th at 10am.

Keep an eye on our social media and email for full program details which will be shared next week. We're excited to see everyone this fall!

09/02/2026

Interested in joining our team?

Autism Nova Scotia is currently hiring at our Truro Chapter location!

The Autism Support Coordinator position helps support autistics & families in our region with navigation to resources & local programs for inclusion.

Apply today! Link below…

Autism Support Coordinator
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09/01/2026

Pinwheel Wellness Centre’s Wellness Groups offer Autistic adults (19+) a supportive space to connect, learn, and explore topics related to mental health and wellbeing from a neuro-inclusive lens.

We're pleased to be offering the following groups this fall:

🌟Anxiety Support – Explore how anxiety can affect your thoughts, feelings and body, learn coping strategies and practice self-care.

🌟Depression Support – Explore experiences with depression through facilitated discussion, psychoeducation and self-reflection.

🌟Body-Mind Connection – Explore interoception and become more aware of your body’s signals and sensations.

Groups are flexible, virtually available across Nova Scotia, and designed to let you participate in the way that works best for you.

Interested in joining? Express your interest and stay tuned for more info: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=g97mQONxpkKyqfV_GP0-o1IVdRJdyc5NuxFzGzkI3YxUNVNGNUhIM1o0MEs5UzNKWkNVQ1lETzdKVC4u&fbclid=IwY2xjawUCbRJwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMWFLZ0hxTWk1U05GZXB0aUpzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeVVXaRPOyLysXOXIe_-XIL1WxwCufLVqbbl33eYLdyt3w0cH55BMlDm8fXx8_aem_60EmEmbP-13xYOM67StYnQ&route=shorturl

09/01/2026

🌊 Calling all local businesses! 🌊

There is still time to join this year's Walk YOUR Way on Saturday, September 26!

Walk YOUR Way is Autism Nova Scotia's largest annual fundraiser, and one of the things that makes it so meaningful is that every dollar raised in Pictou County stays in our region, directly supporting autistic individuals and families throughout Pictou County. Those funds help us provide programs, support services, community events, advocacy, and opportunities for connection right here at home.

If you own a business or know of a business, that would be interested in sponsoring this year's walk, we'd love to connect! We'd be happy to send along our sponsorship package and talk about how you can be part of this incredible community event.

📧 Please email Kelsey at [email protected] for more information.

Pictou County has always demonstrated how strong of a community we are for the last 15+ years of our local walk event. Let's do this together!

08/31/2026

🌟Walk Your Way Sponsor Spotlight🌟

We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to all of the amazing sponsors who have stepped up so far to support Walk YOUR Way for Autism NS Pictou County Chapter!

Thanks to your generosity, all funds raised will stay right here in Pictou County—helping provide vital supports, programs, and services for Autistic individuals and their families in our local communities.

Regional Ambassador
🌟 Nova Arc Industries

Regional Leader
🌟 S.W. Weeks Construction

Regional Friends
🌟East Coast International Trucks, Inc.
🌟Interstate Batteries
🌟DNA Operations

Are you a business owner—or do you know a local business—who would like to get involved? Sponsoring Walk YOUR Way offers a comprehensive package of benefits that not only enhance your brand's visibility but also demonstrates your dedication to creating a more inclusive community for autistic individuals.

To discuss sponsorship opportunities, please contact Kelsey at 902-695-5505 or by email at [email protected].

08/31/2026

Your generosity continues to create a ripple of impact for Autistic Nova Scotians and their circles of care, and we want to celebrate the incredible support you’re showing through !

We’re excited to partner with East Coast Lifestyle to recognize the Top Individual Fundraiser from each Walk location with a Classic Vintage Hoodie. 🎁

Plus, if you raise $30 or more by August 31, you’ll be entered to win a Staycation in the Annapolis Valley! Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/19UUJkSf2o/

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*Additional top fundraising prizes may be offered by individual Walk regions. If you have questions, please connect with your local Walk Coordinator at [email protected].

08/30/2026

Our Chapters Department Team! Always a great chance to connect when we are together.

Some exciting things are on the go for the fall and look forward to sharing what we will be up to at our local chapter very soon!

This week, our Chapter Coordinators had the chance to come together at Autism Nova Scotia’s central office! 💛

With our chapters spread across the province, time together means lots of brainstorming, planning, sharing ideas, and learning from one another.

Our Chapter Coordinators are the regional leads for Autism Nova Scotia’s chapters across the province. Their work includes supporting autistic individuals and families, fund development, program planning, community connections, and overseeing the overall operations of their local chapters.

📸 Back row, from left:
Allana Serroul — Cape Breton Region
Chantal Milne — South Shore
Elaine Mazur — Cumberland County

📸 Front row, from left:
Kelsey Robson — Pictou County
Jessica Roy — Annapolis Valley
Leah Poirier — Chapter Support Manager

Not pictured(but very missed) was Jessica McCarthy from our South West Chapter! 💛

08/28/2026

Autism 101 Presentation - Open to all!

As part of our Summer event series, we are excited to be offering an Autism 101 presentation on Monday August 31st.

This is a great chance to deepen your understanding of autism, inclusive language updates, and support strategies.

This is open to the public and provided at no cost.

We hope to see you there!

08/27/2026

We are officially less than one month away from Walk Your Way, taking place on September 26!

What does it actually mean when we say Walk Your Way supports "local programs and services"?

It means ensuring programs like Weekend Recreation & Respite can continue. Hear from moms Sam and Melaney as they share their experiences and reflect on the friendships they and their children built through the program, and the lasting impact of connection, recreation, and respite.

Walk Your Way means creating spaces where autistic individuals and families can connect, participate, and show up as they are. Walk Your Way helps support programs and experiences that matter locally.

Thank you for helping make these moments possible. 💖

To register or donate to the Pictou County Chapter, please click this link: https://raceroster.com/events/2026/129615/walk-your-way-2026/page/pictou-new-glasgow

08/27/2026

We are only 1 MONTH away from Walk YOUR Way!👟🌊

There’s still time to register and be part of this incredible day of community, connection and inclusion: www.walkyourwayforautism.ca

Whether you join us at a Walk location on September 26 or take part on your own time, you’ll help create waves of action, understanding, and belonging for Autistic people and their families across Nova Scotia.