Autism Resource Centre

04/23/2026

What an amazing feeling it is having our community together in one room.

Thank you to our videography sponsor and photography sponsors for capturing the evening.

04/23/2026

What an amazing feeling it is having our community together in one room.

Thank you to our videography sponsors Strategy Lab Marketing and photography sponsors Camera One for capturing the evening.

04/22/2026

What a whirlwind night we had yesterday!

Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate 50 Years of Community, Inclusion, and the Autism Resource Centre.

Special shout out to our dignitaries - Her Honour, Office of the Lieutenant Governor of Saskatchewan Bernadette McIntyre, Minister of Health - Jeremy Cockrill, Minister of Social Services - Terry Jensen, Megan Patterson MLA Moose Jaw Wakamow, Kevin Weedmark for Moosomin-Montmartre, Mayor Chad Bachynski, Shobna Radons City Councillor Ward 7, Shanon Zachidniak - Ward 8 City Councillor, Victoria Flores - Ward 6 Regina City Councillor, David Froh for Ward 3 City Council, & Councillor Mark Burton

As well as to our event sponsors - Canada Life, City of Regina, Conexus Arts Centre, Stonehenge Organics, Hybrid Renovations and Restorations, Sherwood Co-op, EhOS IT Solutions Inc, Dudley & Company, Francois Brien & Rebecca Weist, Olive Waller Zinkhan & Waller LLP, Strategy Lab Marketing, Camera One, Murry & Katherine Carswell, & Pearl Creek Media.

04/20/2026

One Day to Go - We’re Almost There 🎉

Tomorrow, we come together to celebrate 50 years of impact at ARC - and we couldn’t do it without the incredible support of our community.

A heartfelt thank you to:
❤️ Conexus Arts Centre
❤️ EhOS IT Solutions Inc
❤️ Strategy Lab Marketing

Your generosity is helping make this celebration possible, and we’re so excited to share this milestone with all of you.

We can’t wait to celebrate with you tomorrow!

04/19/2026

With just 3 days until ARC’s 50th Anniversary Celebration, we’re continuing to recognize the incredible sponsors helping bring this event to life.

A big thank you to:
❤️ Stonehenge Organics
❤️ Francois Brien & Rebecca Weist
❤️ Hybrid Renovations and Restoration
❤️ Dudley & Company LLP- Chartered Professional Accountants

Your support is helping us create a meaningful evening to celebrate 50 years of impact in our community.

The countdown is on - see you in 3 days!

04/17/2026

Let's dive into the world of stimming! Behind every behaviour, there's a reason. Understanding the reasons behind stimming is crucial for promoting acceptance and support.
So, what exactly is stimming? Stimming, short for self-stimulation, involves the repetition of physical movements, sounds, words, or moving objects. It can take various forms and engages multiple senses, including sight, taste, touch, hearing, smell, vestibular (balance), and proprioceptive (body awareness).

Why do people stim? In simple terms, stimming serves as a form of self-regulation. Individuals may stim to cope with overstimulation, understimulation, or to manage emotions.

When overstimulated, stimming can help block out excess sensory input. Conversely, when understimulated, stimming provides additional sensory input. It can also serve as a way to express or manage both positive and negative emotions.

How might a person stim? The possibilities are endless—full-body rocking or spinning, hand flapping, watching rotating objects, rubbing textures, smelling, head banging, bouncing, jumping, twirling, pacing, walking on tiptoes, vocalizations, pencil tapping, hair twirling, chewing on pens, and more. Stimming isn't just for neurodivergent individuals!

Remember, unless stimming poses harm, it should be embraced, not discouraged. Autonomous stimming should be integrated into all spaces!

Help ARC continue its mission of creating inclusive, sensory-friendly environments. You can support us by donating on our website and directing your donation to Facility Improvements for Better Service Delivery.

https://www.autismresourcecentre.com/donate

04/17/2026

Our countdown continues, and so does our gratefulness to our 50th Anniversary Sponsors!

Today we'd like to shout out another three of our amazing supporters:
❤️ City of Regina | Municipal Government
❤️ Camera One
❤️ Olive Waller Zinkhan & Waller LLP

Your generosity and commitment to our community are helping us celebrate 50 years of impact - and looking ahead to the future.

We can't wait to see you all in just 5 DAYS!

04/14/2026

We have just 1 Week to Go – Thank You to Our Sponsors ✨

As we count down to ARC’s 50th Anniversary Celebration, we’re proud to recognize some of the incredible supporters helping make this event possible.

A heartfelt thank you to:
❤️ Canada Life Co
❤️ Sherwood Co-op
❤️ Pearl Creek Media
❤️ Murray & Katherine Carswell

Your generosity and commitment to our community are helping us celebrate 50 years of impact - and looking ahead to the future.

We can't wait to see you all next week when we will come together to celebrate, connect, and reflect on the journey of ARC.

04/08/2026

When did time glitch and jump us forward to only TWO WEEKS away from ARCs 50th Anniversary Celebration?!?

There are still a few spots left to join us on April 21st for an evening of reflection, celebration, learning, and connection!

Check out the link 🔗 https://www.autismresourcecentre.com/event-details/50-years-of-arc to purchase tickets today!

04/07/2026

Check out this cool event going on tomorrow evening.

There might even be a friendly face or two from ARC there - check out what's availavle and help our some local youth!

🎨✨ Youth Arts Showcase is NEXT WEEK and we can't wait! ✨🎨
Come celebrate the incredible talent of our young artists! 🌟
📅 April 8th
🕔 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Regina Work Prep Centre - 1870 Albert St - Main Floor Lobby
Come out and support the next generation of creatives — it's going to be an amazing evening you won't want to miss! 🎭🖌️
Tag someone who should be there! 👇

04/03/2026

Our office will be closed on Good Friday and Easter Monday in observance of the public holidays. We will reopen on Tuesday, April 7th. We hope you enjoy the long weekend!