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Published on 11:27 GMT

Indigo Alert campaign gains support across Saskatchewan

A national advocacy group is calling for a new alert system to help locate vulnerable people who go missing and are believed to be at immediate risk of harm. Indigo Alert Canada is pushing for the creation of a federally recognized Indigo Alert system that …

Source: Discover Weyburn - Pending
Published on 15:02 GMT

More than Half of Ontario Students Aren’t Showing Up

“Do you have any interest in graduating?” It was the spring of 2013, the last semester of high school, and I was sitting in my guidance counsellor’s office. A usually kindly older woman, she gripped a sheaf of papers like a pissed-off lawyer. My attendance …

Source: The Walrus - Left-wing
Published on Sep 3, 2026

25 Canadian poetry titles we're excited to read this fall

Craving some great poetry to cozy up with this fall? At CBC Books, we've got you covered with a list of must-read Canadian poetry titles coming out soon. From debut poets to some of the most celebrated writers in Canadian literature, our picks for …

Source: CBC/Radio-Canada - Public Broadcaster
Published on Aug 29, 2026

Solasta Counselling Highlights Comprehensive Adult Autism Assessment

Calgary psychology practice explains why autism may be identified later in life and why comprehensive adult assessment matters. CALGARY, ALBERTA, CANADA, August 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Solasta Counselling, a Calgary psychology practice …

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Published on Sep 6, 2026

Regina mother turns personal fear into push for new emergency alert

REGINA, Sask. — When an autistic child disappears, every second can carry enormous consequences. But advocates behind a growing national campaign say Canada's emergency alert system can leave some of the country's most vulnerable people without …

Source: 620 CKRM - Pending
Published on Aug 26, 2026

A labour shortage Alberta employers are overlooking

Alberta and Canada have a labour shortage and a labour surplus at the same time. These labour force shortages are no longer a temporary challenge. Across the country, help wanted signs are everywhere. A recent report by RBC Economics (https://www. …

Source: Ponoka News - Pending
Published on Aug 29, 2026

Surge in student violence brings Canadian teachers to a breaking point

Bridget Healy was attacked on the eighth day of the school year. The first week had been full of violence. Ms. Healy was teaching a Grade 4 class at a school in Innisfil, Ont., in the fall of 2023. A safety plan had been put in place for one of the 23 …

Source: The Globe and Mail - Neutral
Published on Aug 21, 2026

Airdrie mother, advocate back separate alert as Alberta reviews AMBER criteria

An Airdrie disability advocate and an Airdrie-area mother with firsthand experience involving a child who elopes support creating a separate alert system outside the existing AMBER Alert framework, but raise questions about who should qualify and when it …

Source: Discover Airdrie - Pending
Published on Aug 17, 2026

Indigenous peoples are deeply invested in Canada

Elections Canada released a report this week that stated that, in the 2025 federal election, approximately 41 per cent of eligible First Nations, Inuit and Métis voters cast a ballot and contributed significantly to the federal Liberals and Prime Minister …

Source: Winnipeg Free Press - Neutral
Published on Aug 17, 2026

Saskatchewan mother calls for Indigo Alert system after death of Calgary boy with autism

The following questions and answers have been edited for length and clarity. BRENT LOUCKS: Tell us your story as a mom, and tell us about your child. ALY RAPINCHUK: I’m a mom to two daughters. My oldest is Karina, who is medically complex. She has autism …

Source: 980 CJME - Neutral
Published on Aug 10, 2026

Alberta to review Amber Alert criteria after Calgary boy’s death

Open this photo in gallery:Alberta's government says it will be doing a review of its Amber Alert system following the death of an 11-year-old boy last month, who was missing for two weeks before his body was found.Jeff McIntosh/The Canadian Press …

Source: The Globe and Mail - Neutral
Published on Aug 10, 2026

Alberta to review Amber Alert criteria and day home after death of Calgary boy

CALGARY – Alberta’s government will review its Amber Alert system and the policies of a Calgary day home after the death of an 11-year-old boy with autism. The province says the review will assess the criteria that needs to be met for an alert to be issued …

Source: Brandon Sun - Neutral
Published on Aug 11, 2026

Groups rally for implementation of Indigo Alert following death of autistic Calgary boy

Indigo Alert Canada is looking to implement a new alert for when a vulnerable person goes missing through a rally this fall. The rally would take place at the Saskatchewan Legislative Building on September 12. The movement was inspired by the loss of …

Source: Discover Humboldt - Pending
Published on Aug 11, 2026

Alberta to review emergency alert system following multi-week search for Calgary boy

Play Listen to this article Estimated 3 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. The Alberta government plans …

Source: CBC/Radio-Canada - Public Broadcaster
Published on Aug 10, 2026

Alberta government to review Amber Alert system, criteria after Parker’s death in Calgary

The Alberta government is vowing to examine its emergency alert processes when a vulnerable person goes missing. The announcement comes less than two weeks after 11-year-old Parker Wells was found dead in a labyrinthine stormwater tunnel system following …

Source: CityNews Calgary - Pending
Published on Aug 25, 2026

Healing Spaces Highlights Need for Neuroaffirming Mental Health Care in North Vancouver

Local counselling practice underlines the importance of mental health care that recognizes neurodivergence, trauma and diverse lived experiences. NORTH VANCOUVER, BC, CANADA, August 25, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Access to mental health care is not only …

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Published on Aug 16, 2026

A look at key news events in July 2026

A look at news events in July 2026: 1 — Prime Minister Mark Carney wished everyone a happy Canada Day. He was in Ottawa to mark Canada Day celebrations but thunderstorms cut festivities short. Carney’s planned evening speech in Edmonton was cancelled due …

Source: Winnipeg Free Press - Neutral
Published on Aug 24, 2026

'We need the people': Bow Valley families struggle to access disability supports despite record funding

Parker Wells’ death and subsequent provincial reviews bring renewed attention to lengthy waits, worker shortages and safety concerns for families of children with disabilities. BOW VALLEY – The Alberta government is reviewing protections for vulnerable …

Source: Rocky Mountain Outlook - Pending
Published on Aug 10, 2026

Ten Scholarships Awarded through the 2026 AEBC/Allyant Scholarship Program

Celebrating Canada's Student Accessibility Leaders CANADA, August 10, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- August 2026 – The Alliance for Equality of Blind Canadians (AEBC), in partnership with Allyant and the generous support of donors, is delighted …

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Published on September 8, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts Renews Certified Autism Center™ Designation

Dr. Phillips Center continues to raise the curtain on inclusive performing arts experiences. ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, September 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) proudly …

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Published on September 7, 2026 - 13:00 GMT

Autism Therapist Tamakio Patterson of Jewel ABA Therapy Recently Featured on Close Up Radio

STOCKBRIDGE, GA, UNITED STATES, September 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tamakio Patterson is a seasoned professional with bottomless empathy and a desire to help people. She has more than two decades of experience in medical fields and created Jewel ABA …

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Published on September 8, 2026 - 10:33 GMT

Michelle Velazquez, CNC, CNPC, Spotlighted By Influential Women, Champions Neurodiversity-Informed Support For Families

OSCODA, MI, UNITED STATES, September 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Educational Consultant and Special Education Advocate Helps Families and Schools Build Stronger Support Systems by Understanding Student Needs, Removing Barriers, and Protecting …

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Published on September 8, 2026 - 17:58 GMT

Understanding the Link Between Genetic Risk and Brain Communication Disorders

Peter Penzes, PhD, the Ruth and Evelyn Dunbar Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, was senior author of the study. A new Northwestern Medicine study suggests a major psychiatric risk gene remains important well into adulthood and may influence …

Distribution channels: Education

Published on September 4, 2026 - 12:23 GMT

Phoenix Becomes Largest Municipality in the Nation to Earn Certified Autism Center™ Designation

PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, September 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The City of Phoenix has achieved the Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) designation awarded by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES), which …

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Published on September 3, 2026 - 13:00 GMT

Maryland Behavior Announces Statewide ABA Therapy Services for Children with Autism in Maryland

Maryland ABA provider offers individualized, BCBA-supervised services for children with autism, including in-home ABA therapy and family training. ROCKVILLE, MD, UNITED STATES, September 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Maryland Behavior, a …

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Published on September 3, 2026 - 12:23 GMT

Influential Women Features Hope McPheeters: Autism Advocate, Educator, Nonprofit Founder, And Community Leader

KANSAS CITY, MO, UNITED STATES, September 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Transforming Lived Experience Into Advocacy, Education, and Greater Access for Individuals With Autism and Their Families Kansas City, Missouri — Hope McPheeters is an autism …

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Published on September 1, 2026 - 19:43 GMT

First FASD Awareness Month Since Federal Law's Passage Spotlights Condition More Common Than Autism

This September marks the first FASD Awareness Month since the FASD Respect Act became Federal law, drawing renewed attention to the 1 in 20 Americans with FASD. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, September 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This …

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Published on September 8, 2026 - 20:58 GMT

Lakewood-Amedex Biotherapeutics to Present at H.C. Wainwright 28th Annual Global Investment Conference

Lakewood-Amedex Biotherapeutics Inc. (NASDAQ:LABT) SARASOTA, FL, UNITED STATES, September 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Lakewood-Amedex Biotherapeutics Inc. (NASDAQ: LABT, the "Company"), a clinical-stage biotechnology company …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Companies ...
Published on September 8, 2026 - 20:27 GMT

A Name Rooted in History: Overmountain Trace Honors the Legacy of the Overmountain Men

More than two centuries ago, a group of determined frontiersmen crossed the mountains of the Carolinas and helped change the course of the American Revolution. ELKIN, NC, UNITED STATES, September 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- More than two …

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Published on September 8, 2026 - 19:14 GMT

Sobrius Appoints Veteran Healthcare Finance Executive Rich Armentrout, MBA, CPA, as Chief Financial Officer

GALAX, VA, UNITED STATES, September 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sobrius, a rapidly expanding behavioral health provider serving communities across Virginia, today announced the appointment of Rich Armentrout, MBA, CPA, as its new Chief …

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Published on September 8, 2026 - 19:02 GMT

Power Plate®️ Introduces the New and Improved my5, Enhancing One of Its Most Trusted Whole-Body Vibration Platforms

CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, September 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Performance Health Systems, manufacturer of Power Plate, today announced the new and improved Power Plate®️ my5™️, introducing thoughtful enhancements to one of the company's …

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Published on September 8, 2026 - 18:47 GMT

ADAO Unites Communities for Action, Awareness and Remembrance This September: Turning Memories into Meaning

As the nation marks 25 years since 9/11, ADAO brings communities together this September to honor, educate, and take action against asbestos-related disease LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, September 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- September is …

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Published on September 8, 2026 - 18:46 GMT

Outrun Cancer With the John Wayne Grit Series Moab Half Marathon & 10K, Benefiting John Wayne Cancer Foundation

The JWGS Moab trail run returns Sept. 26, challenging runners and walkers to put their grit to the test against spectacular landscapes in the American West. MOAB, UT, UNITED STATES, September 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The John Wayne Grit …

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Published on September 8, 2026 - 18:35 GMT

Stewart Lonky, MD, Author and Physician, Challenges Readers to Rethink Modern Medicine Through Fact and Fiction

After more than four decades in medicine, Stewart Lonky is using science, storytelling, and provocative questions to encourage readers to look beyond the page LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, September 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- After more …

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Published on September 8, 2026 - 18:35 GMT

Integral BioSystems Attending Drug Development Contracting & Outsourcing Conference Sept 24, 2026 in New Brunswick NJ

Integral BioSystems will be exhibiting at Table #41 on Sept 24, 2026 at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in New Brunswick, NJ BEDFORD, MA, UNITED STATES, September 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Located in a 10,000 square foot facility in Bedford, MA, …

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Published on September 8, 2026 - 18:35 GMT

Foxfire Systems Group Shares Expert Guidance on 10 Obstacles to Switching EHRs in Optometry Practices

Educational guidance outlines practical considerations involving data, workflows, training, billing, and integration before an EHR transition. SIOUX FALLS, SD, UNITED STATES, September 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SIOUX FALLS, S.D., September 8 …

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Published on September 8, 2026 - 18:20 GMT

Lindsey Dwyer-Tong, LCSW, Introduces New Program at the State of Health Care Summit: A Lifeline for Doctors in Crisis

Join Lindsey Dwyer-Tong at the State of the Healthcare Summit on Thursday, Sept. 17, 2026, to discuss a new initiative to support physicians experiencing crisis LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, September 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Physicians …

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Published on September 8, 2026 - 18:20 GMT

Atelia Health Announces Unified Care System Is Now a Qualified Solution on Leading Healthcare Platform

AI operations solution for outpatient and inpatient care completes qualification FREMONT, CA, UNITED STATES, September 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Atelia Health today announced that Unified Care System, its AI operations system for care …

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Published on September 8, 2026 - 18:08 GMT

Dr. Okah “Justin” Anyokwu Highlights Mental Health and Recovery During National Recovery Month

Dr. Anyokwu emphasizes individualized care, ongoing support and the important role mental health can play throughout the recovery process. ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, September 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ATLANTA, GA — September 8, 2026 — In …

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Published on September 8, 2026 - 18:07 GMT

Babylon Dental Care Welcomes Deanna Saccente, RDH

WEST BABYLON, NY, UNITED STATES, September 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Babylon Dental Care has announced the addition of Deanna Saccente, RDH, to its clinical team, further expanding access to comprehensive, patient-centered preventative dental hygiene …

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Published on September 8, 2026 - 18:03 GMT

JAN-PRO of Philadelphia Publishes Guidance on Cleaning and Disinfection for Fitness Facilities

The guidance covers high-touch equipment, locker rooms, floor treatment, odor control, and service cadence for gyms and fitness centers. PHILADELPHIA, PA, UNITED STATES, September 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- JAN-PRO Cleaning & Disinfecting …

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Published on September 8, 2026 - 18:00 GMT

Gene Silencing Therapeutics Market Size to Reach Billion by 2030 with CAGR

The Business Research Company's Gene Silencing Therapeutics Market Size to Reach Billion by 2030 with CAGR LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, September 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The gene silencing therapeutics sector is …

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Published on September 8, 2026 - 17:52 GMT

The Talk Awards Grants Businesses 14th Consecutive Award for Outstanding Customer Service

Three businesses were recognized by the Talk Awards for continuously providing outstanding service to their customers, garnering them a 14th straight award. LAPEER, MI, UNITED STATES, September 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Excellent customer …

Distribution channels: Beauty & Hair Care, Building & Construction Industry ...
Published on September 8, 2026 - 17:45 GMT

Gastric Bypass Stent System Market Forecast To Hit $0.69Billion By 2030 Amid Strong Industry Growth

The Business Research Company's Gastric Bypass Stent System Market Forecast To Hit $0.69Billion By 2030 Amid Strong Industry Growth LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, September 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The gastric bypass …

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Published on September 8, 2026 - 17:39 GMT

Autoimmune Disease Advocates Urge YES on Proposition 38 to Accelerate Breakthrough Treatments and Cures

National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Lupus LA and over 60 organizations back ballot measure to stop debilitating diseases before they cause irreversible damage SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, September 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- For millions …

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Published on September 8, 2026 - 17:30 GMT

New Study Finds Nearly Fourfold Gap in Maternal Mortality Rates Across U.S. States

Tennessee recorded the highest maternal mortality rate among 39 states with published data, nearly four times California’s rate. PHILADELPHIA, PA, UNITED STATES, September 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new nationwide study published by Harden …

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Published on September 8, 2026 - 17:23 GMT

Stand Up for Science Demands Congress Stop Transfer of National Institutes of Health Research Funds to Department of War

New petition urges Congress to stop an interagency agreement that would allow health research money to fund War Department’s unspecified priorities. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, September 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, Stand Up for Science is …

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