Resources
Helpful Links
A curated list of trusted organisations, funding programs, and tools to support you on your journey.
Government & Funding
Programs and funding sources available to BC families.
BC Autism Funding Program
Government funding for children and youth under 19 diagnosed with ASD.
www2.gov.bc.ca
At Home Program (BC)
Supports children with complex care needs and their families.
www2.gov.bc.ca
CYSN — Children and Youth with Special Needs
BC government resource hub for families raising children with special needs.
www2.gov.bc.ca
RCBC — Rehabilitation Centre for Children
Manitoba-based; model programs referenced across Canada for paediatric rehab.
rcbc.ca
Professional Bodies
Regulatory and professional organisations in Canada.
CASLPA / SAC — Speech-Language & Audiology Canada
National professional association for speech-language pathologists and audiologists.
sac-oac.ca
CSHBC — College of Speech & Hearing Health Professionals of BC
The regulatory body for SLPs practicing in British Columbia.
cshbc.ca
ASHA — American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
Internationally recognised body with extensive public resources on communication disorders.
asha.org
For Parents & Caregivers
Practical tools and information to support your child at home.
Hanen Centre
Evidence-based programs that help parents support their child's communication development.
hanen.org
SpeechAndLanguageKids.com
Free resources, activities, and guides for parents and educators.
speechandlanguagekids.com
RCSLT — Communication Trust (UK)
Research-backed information and toolkits for supporting children's communication.
thecommunicationtrust.org.uk
Talking Point
Interactive tool to check if your child's communication is developing on track.
talkingpoint.org.uk
School & Learning Support
Resources for navigating education with speech and language needs.
BC Ministry of Education — Special Education
Policy and resources for students with diverse learning needs in BC schools.
www2.gov.bc.ca
LDA BC — Learning Disabilities Association of BC
Resources and advocacy for individuals with learning disabilities including language-based learning differences.
ldabc.ca
Reading Rockets
Strategies, lessons, and activities designed to help young children learn to read.
readingrockets.org