Autism Society, Newfoundland & Labrador

10/29/2026

Happy Valley-Goose Bay!

Come by the ASNL offices at 2-4 Hillcrest Road to see our sensory room!

Monday's we are available for drop-ins, Tuesday through Friday.

Contact [email protected] or [email protected] to book!

10/27/2026

Let’s make Halloween inclusive for everyone!

No age limit on Halloween fun - Trick-or-treaters come in all shapes, sizes, and ages. Everyone deserves to join in the fun!

Keep sensory needs in mind - Bright flashing lights, loud noises, and spooky surprises can be overwhelming. A calmer welcome can make all the difference!

Communication comes in many forms - Words aren’t the only way to say “Trick or treat!” Gestures, signs, communication devices, and support from caregivers all count.

Costumes are optional - Some trick-or-treaters may wear headphones, carry comfort items, skip the costume, or need a little extra space. That’s okay!

Offer choices - Holding out two treats or showing a couple of options can make it easier for someone to choose what they’d like.

Be flexible, be patient, and be kind. There’s no one right way to trick-or-treat. A little understanding can make a big difference!

The best Halloween treat is feeling welcome. Let’s make sure everyone has a place at the door.

10/27/2026

Sunday was a busy day for the Dance Hub team! 🎃

Candice led the Special Olympics Dance Party, and Joël and our Dance Leaders joined the Autism Society’s Trunk or Treat! We love opportunities like these to share our love of dance beyond the studio, and connect with other organizations doing great work in the community! 🤍

Autism Society, Newfoundland & Labrador Special Olympics Corner Brook

10/27/2026

10/26/2026

Western-Central ASNL hosted their annual Trunk-or-Treat over the weekend.

A huge thank you to all of the wonderful trunks who participated in our Trunk-or-Treat event and helped make it such a fun and memorable experience! We also want to thank all the families and participants who came out to join us. Your support, creativity, and enthusiasm helped make this event a success, and we are so grateful to everyone who took the time to be part of it. Thank you for helping us create a fun, welcoming, and inclusive Halloween experience for our community!

10/26/2026

Registration for this program is currently open and available on our website!

New Diagnosis Workshop Series

Recently diagnosed or looking to learn more about autism? ASNL’s five-session virtual workshop offers an Autistic-informed, neuro-affirming introduction to autism, processing, culture and communication, supports, and advocacy.

When: Wednesdays, 6:30 PM NL / 6:00 PM Labrador
Dates: November 4, 18, 25, December 2 & 9
Where: Microsoft Teams

Sessions include time for questions and discussion. Participants will also receive a digital resource package.

Register here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=t_74vYLkLESzUiOSnycP1ABY-4IVUK5GhCNJ8aoi_YZUMFhDQ01ZMDVZUE5JN0FJTEpYSzI1QkdUNS4u&route=shorturl

10/22/2026

Thanks for having us Corner Brook Dance Hub!

Last night, our dance leaders had the opportunity to learn from Jessica Wyatt of Autism Society NL, who presented on autism acceptance and understanding.

As many know, we try to make our programs as accessible as possible, and that means equipping our dance leaders with the knowledge and tools to better support neurodivergent dancers.

Dance is for everyone! 🤍

Autism Society, Newfoundland & Labrador

10/22/2026

A big thank you to Pipers for their continued support of Active for Autism! Pipers has been with us since the very beginning, and we are incredibly grateful to have them as a longtime supporter of this annual event. Thank you, Pipers, for standing with us year after year and for your support of our community.

10/22/2026

*Edit: Program is full! Thanks for your interest!*

Looking for a fun way to socialize, meet new people,

and enjoy a night of bowling?

Join us for our new Adult Bowling Social Group at Holiday Lanes!

Starting: October 29th

Frequency: Every two weeks (biweekly)

Time: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Location: Holiday Lanes, 27 Elizabeth Ave St. John's NL

Bowling: Two lanes reserved for our group

Cost: If possible, please bring $5 per person to help cover the cost of bowling.

Food and snacks: Everyone is responsible for purchasing their own food and snacks.

What to expect:

Fun and relaxed bowling for an hour and a half.
Opportunities to meet new people and make connections.
Casual conversations and socializing at your own comfort level.
A welcoming environment where we can have fun together!

Transportation and independence:

We encourage participants who can travel independently to attend. This could include being dropped off by a parent or guardian, taking the Metrobus, or using GoBus if applicable.

This is a social group, so the goal is to have fun, enjoy bowling, and get to know one another. Conversations are encouraged but never forced. Everyone can participate at their own comfort level.

Space is limited. We can only take 8. Participants.

We look forward to bowling, connecting, and having fun together!

Register here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/NCXqKJuvJj