workshopAutism Ontario is holding a series of workshops around the region over the next few months with a couple sessions lined up for North Bay.

It’s called the ASD Tour.

Community Events Coordinator for the North and Northeast Region Jana Shilkie says the sessions are mainly geared toward parents, caregivers and professionals.

The first session in North Bay is September 26th with a workshop titled “Give Yourself A Break” focusing on the participants health and happiness.

Shilkie says that workshop will offer a satellite feed to participants in Timmins, Kapuskasing and New Liskeard.

Meantime, the second local session goes November 8th and involves strategies for effective advocacy in schools.

Overall, Shilkie says the ASD Tour, which includes workshops in Thunder Bay, Sault Ste Marie and Timmins is also about raising awareness.

For more information, check out their website.