Guides

Talking to Your MP About Autistic Self-Advocacy

This toolkit is about how to meet with your Member of Parliament (MP) to make sure that autistic views are heard by our government and that autistic self-advocacy groups will be consulted by the government when it makes autism policy. It has tips, steps, checklists, and scripts to guide you through the process. The toolkit was created in June 2019 by the Autistic Advocacy Coalition of Canada.

Sections:

• Find out who your MP is
• Contact your MP to make an appointment
• Prepare for your meeting
• Present your talking points during the meeting
• Follow up with your MP after the meeting

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View and download the guide here.

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#AutisticsVote Federal Election Toolkit 2021​

The 2019 federal election in Canada is happening on Monday, September 20, 2021.

Our #AutisticsVote Toolkit is a guide to help autistic people vote at the upcoming federal elections and advocate on issues that impact our community.

Elections Canada is the official source of information about voting at the 2019 federal election. Visit their website (English version / version française), check out their Voter’s Guide, and find updates on Twitter (English version / version française).

Sections:

• Introduction to the federal election
• How to contact candidates
• Email template 
• Questions to ask candidates
• How to find out more about policy issues and candidates
• How to get more involved
• How to vote
• Accessible voting
• COVID-19 Safety While Voting
• Glossary

View and download the guide here.

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COVID-19 Vaccine Resources

Do you have questions about the COVID-19 vaccine or are concerned about how to prepare for your appointment? 

We have compiled a list of resources and created a needle anxiety guide for neurodivergent people. 

View the resource list and guide here.