Autism Society

Ability Awarness Weekend 2009

These are picture from a walk hosted by Exploits Disability Association in GF-W, we went out to show our support for Ability Awareness Weekend 2009.

Getting in touch

Call on: (709) 489-4190

Call on: (709) 489-0694

Office Hours: 8 - 4PM, Monday to Friday

Email on: info@asnl.ca

Address:
7 High Street, 2nd Floor Town Square Mall GF-W, NL A2A 1C3

Mailing Address
PO Box 133 GF-W, NL A2A 2J4

Latest news

Provincial Government releases "Provincial Strategy for the Inclusion of Persons with Disabilities in Newfoundland and Labrador"

5/1/2012

At a special event held at the Confederation Building this morning, Honorable Joan Burke, Minister of Responsible for the Status of Persons with Disabilities officially released the Provincial Strategy for the Inclusion of Persons with Disabilities in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Scientists Link Gene Mutation to Autism Risk

5/1/2012

The New York Times - April 4th 2012: Teams of scientists working independently have for the first time identified several gene mutations that they agree sharply increase the chances that a child will develop autism. They have found further evidence that the risk increases with the age of the parents, particularly in fathers over age 35... Click here to read more

Mission Statement

The Autism Society of Newfoundland and Labrador is a provincial, nonprofit, charitable organization dedicated to fostering, lifelong, community-based supports and services. This includes acceptance, independence, productivity, and opportunities for inclusion in all facets of life for persons with autism spectrum disorders and their families.