Canadian National Autism Foundation (CNAF)

09/02/2026

For families who believe their child’s rights were violated based on race, disability or gender in school, the U.S. of ’s Office for often has been one of the main places to turn.

In a meeting with school administrators and the district to develop his individualized education program, a legal agreement that outlines the support Ethan requires, the team agreed he required a trained to help him regulate his emotions and remain in class, according to complaints Smith filed against the school. However, the complaints alleged, administrators were unwilling to provide the dedicated aide. Instead of implementing the supports her son needed, his school repeatedly removed him from instruction, suspended him, and even called police on him when he was in third grade, Smith wrote.
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https://www.mmm-online .com/news/education-department-civil-rights-office-autism-diagnosis-support-discrimination/

08/30/2026

New research examines causes of profound

After more than a decade of research, scientists at University of California, San Francisco, have mapped around 100 varied associated with profound autism to a smaller set of pathways.
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https://www.nprillinois .org/2026-08-28/new-research-examines-biological-causes-of-profound-autism

08/29/2026

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For children with additional needs, like , the time may be even more daunting and perhaps fearful.
A new Belfast-made cartoon series aims to encourage and empower children in classrooms to be more inclusive and to create a space for minds of all kinds.Put the URL together at .com https://ca.news.yahoo .com/cartoon-illustrates-importance-inclusivity-schools-052032303.html

08/29/2026

illustrates importance of in schools with lead character
For children with additional needs, like , the time may be even more daunting and perhaps fearful.

A new Belfast-made cartoon series aims to encourage and empower children in classrooms to be more inclusive and to create a space for minds of all kinds.

https://ca.news.yahoo.com/cartoon-illustrates-importance-inclusivity-schools-052032303.html

08/29/2026

Largest ever ‘map’ of autism may hold clues for new targeted therapies
are getting a step closer to understanding exactly how in the – and what might work to treat it.
Using artificial intelligence and data on tiny brains grown in the lab, researchers have mapped out the ways in which certain genetic mutations that are associated with autism can rewire the brain and lead to the condition.
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https://www.cnn .com/2026/08/27/health/autism-treatment-new-map-study

08/28/2026

After student denied, Quebec faces calls to reform French process. Quebec is facing sharp criticism and calls to reform its French-language exemption process for students with disabilities following the removal of an autistic from a local college. There is currently no appeal when a -based French-language exemption request is denied.
Experts, politicians want appeal process, less strict criteria for exemption.
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https://www.cbc .ca/news/canada/montreal/french-exemption-children-with-disabilities-9.7322779

08/20/2026

Well done Gail

08/20/2026

Gail Swims For Autism . This mother is swimming from Mississauga to Hutch’s at the Beach 35 klm . She started at 9:30 last night. It’s roughly 18hrs . Cheer Gail on

It’s so nice, everyone is getting in!

08/08/2026

PETTY: Drivers meeting has been completed and we are ready to rock at Petty International Raceway for Canadian National Autism Foundation (CNAF) Night.

Racing begins at 6pm.

08/08/2026

PETTY: Dawson Brown races to the Beginner Bandolero win over Jace Fenton at Petty International Raceway during Canadian National Autism Foundation (CNAF) Night.