makingwavesforautism

Putting in the kilometres, so we can improve outcomes for those on the autism spectrum 💙

[Michelle @mich_baker]

Second annual @makingwavesASD event is going strong and there is still time to join! Organized by the remarkable @kiminglis, check out this recent story that aired on @globalnews: Kelowna woman paddling 365 km for cause near and dear to her heart https://t.co/e7btUhdKNP

[makingwavesforautism @makingwavesASD]

Wishing everyone a merry Christmas and happy holiday season. However you choose to celebrate, I hope it’s a great one. Thank you for all your support of Making Waves for Autism this year. Looking forward to sharing details of the 2025 version soon! 💙🎄❄️

[Autism Canada @AutismCanada]

🚀 The Community Assistance Program (CAP) Has Launched! 🚀

Autism Canada's CAP is now live, providing vital support to Autistic individuals and caregivers by helping subsidize essential services. Learn more here: https://t.co/5JolJtOrB3

[makingwavesforautism @makingwavesASD]

Many thanks to Gary Barnes and @KelownaCapNews for sharing the update! Here’s the full article: https://t.co/ozsV34awy9 💙

[Kim Inglis @kiminglis]

Many thanks to Gary Barnes and @KelownaCapNews for sharing the update on Making Waves for Autism @makingwavesASD #autism https://t.co/15JHlyg4rR

[makingwavesforautism @makingwavesASD]

And that’s a wrap on the first annual Making Waves for Autism.

The final tally raised was $45,410.50, which absolutely blows my mind!

@AutismCanada @kiminglis

[makingwavesforautism @makingwavesASD]

The donation window for this year’s Making Waves for Autism closes TODAY! So, if you’ve been considering a donation, there is still time to get it in..but hurry! All funds go to @autismcanada and receive tax receipts. To donate, please visit https://t.co/62lqDGq55H 💙

[makingwavesforautism @makingwavesASD]

The donation window for this year’s Making Waves for Autism closes in one week - April 30.

If you’ve been consideration a donation, there is still time to get it in!

To donate, please visit https://t.co/62lqDGqCVf

All donations go to @autismcanada and receive tax receipts 💙

[makingwavesforautism @makingwavesASD]

Very exciting news! We were originally aiming to raise $25,000 for @AutismCanada, but Making Waves for Autism has so far raised over $40,000 between online donations and offline cheques! Donation window open until April 30 💙
#autism #AutismAwareness #autismacceptance

[makingwavesforautism @makingwavesASD]

Did you know? Early identification, treatment, and support matters! Many important outcomes for children’s lives are significantly improved with early diagnosis and treatment.

#autism #autismacceptance #autismawareness

[makingwavesforautism @makingwavesASD]

Today is Workday Autism Day and what better day to share some VERY exciting news about Making Waves for Autism! So many thanks to @GlobalBC & @EmilyLazatin for helping support #autismacceptance 💙

#autism #AutismAwarenessDay @AutismCanada

https://t.co/HEiSdzr8xV

[makingwavesforautism @makingwavesASD]

Today is World Autism Acceptance Day! It’s always been about raising public awareness of autism. But today, 17 years later, we have moved beyond raising awareness to promoting acceptance and appreciation of autistic people and their contributions to society. 💙
#autismacceptance

[makingwavesforautism @makingwavesASD]

Watch @GlobalBC tomorrow at 8:15am/PST for a live interview about Making Waves for Autism and to celebrate
World Autism Acceptance Day! 💙💙💙

[makingwavesforautism @makingwavesASD]

Many thanks to @CastanetNews for helping raise #autismawareness on a rather rainy (but still beautiful!) day earlier last week 💙

#autism #autismacceptance @AutismCanada

https://t.co/fsVwLAAVka

[makingwavesforautism @makingwavesASD]

All done - 366km in total (added a km since it’s a leap year 😉).

[makingwavesforautism @makingwavesASD]

Getting a bit emotional as I head into the last few kilometres 🥹💙

[makingwavesforautism @makingwavesASD]

My cousin Tyler inspired the creation of Making Waves for Autism. Please follow and share to learn more. Together we can make a lasting impact. 💙

#autism #autismawareness #autismacceptance @autismcanada

[Kim Inglis @kiminglis]

Many of you on here knew my cousin Tyler, so I'd like to make a personal appeal to consider supporting this, as he was the inspiration. All funds raised through @makingwavesforautism go to @AutismCanada & get tax receipts: https://t.co/2m8mENTul3 https://t.co/m7fwR4LWFZ

[makingwavesforautism @makingwavesASD]

Did you know? According to the National ASD Surveillance System 2018 report, Autism Prevalence among Children and Youth in Canada, an estimated 1 in 54 children and youth between 5 and 17 years of age have been diagnosed with ASD.

#autism #autismawareness #autismacceptance

[Kim Inglis @kiminglis]

More great press for @makingwavesASD! Many thanks to @KelownaNow for helping raise #autismawareness and get our story out there. All donations go to @AutismCanada and receive tax receipts: https://t.co/lqkLd1DKlI https://t.co/q5Sxhc3B09