The Autism Society of the RMWB created the Education Inclusion Program as a free lending resource for schools, organizations, and community partners. Designed to promote awareness, acceptance, and understanding of Autism and neurodiversity, this program helps build inclusive spaces where everyone belongs.

Through engaging resources, presentations, and training, the program covers:

  • Understanding Autism and neurodiversity

  • Acceptance of differences

  • Practical strategies to adapt environments to meet diverse needs

Since its launch, the program has grown into a comprehensive library of resources and presentations available to schools, service providers, businesses, employers, families, and community members.

Classroom Lending Bins

Our school lending bins are designed for students from early entry through Grade 6. Educators can request to borrow a bin for their classroom at no cost. Each bin includes:

  • A collection of books and interactive materials

  • An informative slideshow featuring the Leader in Me language

  • Curriculum-connected resources that can be integrated into Health or Language Arts

  • Reading comprehension activities, novel study material, and critical thinking exercises

  • A comprehensive teacher resource guide with activities and group project ideas

Teachers are encouraged to use as much or as little of the resource as they wish. Training on how to use the bins is available upon request, and our Community Development Officer can provide tailored presentations directly to classrooms.

Presentations & Professional Development

The Education Inclusion Program extends beyond schools. Are you a business, service provider, or organization looking to strengthen your inclusion practices? Our Community Development Officer delivers custom, interactive presentations to staff teams and groups.

This free professional development opportunity can help your organization take meaningful steps toward creating a more welcoming and inclusive environment.

Autism & Neurodiversity Awareness Training Certificate

As part of the Education Inclusion Program, we offer a 2-hour training session facilitated by the Autism Society of the RMWB.

In this session, participants will learn strategies to support individuals of all ages living with disabilities across their lifespan. Training is suitable for:

  • Caregivers

  • Professionals

  • Families and friends

  • Employers and coworkers

  • Anyone wanting to expand their knowledge of neurodiverse individuals

Upon completion, participants receive a certificate in Autism and Neurodiversity Awareness Training. Register here: Register for Upcoming Events – Autism RMWB

Additional Program Resources

The Education Inclusion Program also provides access to:

  • Educational Inclusion Classroom Resource Bins

  • Community Sensory Room Bookings

  • Local Resources & Referrals

  • Sensory Family Events

  • Professional Presentations

  • Lending Shelf with books and resources

  • Sensory Store with tools to support regulation and accessibility

We have continued the delivery of this program through funding provided by the Community Initiative Grant from the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo. Kinette’s Club of Fort McMurray has generously donated one complete set of lending bins.

For more information, contact our Community Development Officer at community@autismrmwb.org

or phone: 587-452-9334

Or you can follow the link below to request a kit:

Education Inclusion Kit Request (office.com)

We thank the following organizations for supporting the Education Inclusion Program.