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August 10, 2026

Getting autism support in BC: How Variety helped our family

A Variety dad says the hardest thing is when you don’t know what your kids need This guest post is…

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Skylar, a little girl with pony tails, plays in a park. Thanks to an autism assessment, she now has access to critical autism resources through government funding.
April 2, 2025

Support and acceptance for kids with autism

Celebrating Autism Acceptance Month this April “Thank you, mama.” That sentence could make any mom smile. But it’s an even…

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Coltrane smiles at camera wearing a gray t-shirt and noise-cancelling headphones.
March 20, 2025

Understanding neurodiversity

With support like speech therapy, kids like Coltrane can embrace their strengths Thirteen-year-old Coltrane is creative, empathetic, and bursting with…

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Nigel playing a violin in his music therapy class
March 1, 2025

This Music Therapy Awareness Month, discover how music helps kids connect

Music can be a life-changing tool for children with autism For some kids, music isn’t just a fun past-time or…

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Evelyn girl riding a horse during an equine therapy session
February 20, 2025

Why equine therapy is a game-changer for kids with ADHD

Working with horses can be a helpful tool for kids like Evelyn Evelyn was the kind of toddler for whom…

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parents with three little boys pose smiling for a picture in a playground
February 11, 2025

What are Variety’s five pillars of support?

Bridging barriers so families and communities can access essential care Variety BC grants help children access programs, services, and equipment…

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February 5, 2025

Orthotics help Ridhyan take a step forward

Ridhyan’s mobility keeps improving — and his story is only getting started When Ridhyan was born, his parents Anita and…

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