“We believe that every individual on the autism spectrum has the right to play sports.” -Britt Andersen, CEO of Canucks Autism Network. The post Canucks, Whitecaps & Lions lead the way at CAN Sports Day appeared first on Canucks Autism Network ..read more

The three events will welcome a total of 180 attendees – ranging from families with children and youth on the autism spectrum to Autistic adults looking for experience to travel independently. The post Nearly 200 “Learn to Fly” during YVR Autism Aviation Days appeared first on Canucks Autism Network ..read more

Now in its second year, YYJ Autism Aviation Days provides an opportunity for attendees to rehearse the entire pre-flight process in a highly-supported environment. The post Over 100 “Learn to Fly” at YYJ During Autism Acceptance Month appeared first on Canucks Autism Network ..read more

When we get home, Selita seems to know the days of the week based on her schedule with CAN. The post Why Shawn & Leslie Give: “Our daughter has just flourished.” appeared first on Canucks Autism Network ..read more

Anytime I speak to the participants, they tell me CAN is life changing and that they can't live without it. That tells me everything I need to know. The post Why Christina Gives: “I want families to know there is a place for them here.” appeared first on Canucks Autism Network ..read more

Without CAN, Noah wouldn’t have an outlet where he could just be himself and not be on edge. It’s really the only place where he just gets to be a kid. The post “Because of CAN, Noah has a place to go. A place to belong.” appeared first on Canucks Autism Network ..read more

Eighteen teams, 21 NHL Alumni and over 290 fundraising individuals. This past month, we dropped the puck on the 5th annual CAN Pro-Am Hockey Tournament, presented by Dallas Watt Demo Ltd. The post 2023 CAN Pro-Am: Over $1.07 million raised with NHL Alumni! appeared first on Canucks Autism Network ..read more

The Canucks will feature a number of children, youth & adults on the autism spectrum at the mic & on the ice. The post Canucks celebrate autism acceptance at Rogers Arena! appeared first on Canucks Autism Network ..read more

Fourteen Pro Sports Teams and Provincial Sport Organizations Unite at BC Place May 13, 2024  Vancouver, BC – On Saturday, May 11, Canucks Autism Network (CAN) welcomed over 2,500 attendees at CAN Sports Day, presented by ITC Construction Group. The annual event featured 11 sports stations for children, youth, and adults on the autism spectrum, and their families, to enjoy on the field at BC Place. Now in its 10th year, the event featured five professional sports teams – the Vancouver Canucks, Abbotsford Canucks, Vancouver Whitecaps FC, BC Lions, and Vancouver Warriors. The event also incl ..read more

Continued partnership between Canucks Autism Network, Vancouver International Airport, and the Air Canada Foundation increases accessibility for autism community May 4, 2024 Richmond, B.C. – Today, individuals on the autism spectrum and their families took part in this year’s first YVR Autism Aviation Days event. The collaborative initiative between Canucks Autism Network (CAN), Vancouver International Airport (YVR), and the Air Canada Foundation includes three single-day events during the month of May.  YVR Autism Aviation Days provides an opportunity for attendees to rehea ..read more