MISSION & VISION
Safety Begins with Understanding.
OUR MISSON
The ORCAS Society of BC exists to support, advocate for, and enhance the safety of individuals with autism by fostering positive, informed, and respectful interactions between individuals with autism, their families and caregivers, and first responders. We are committed to improving communication, understanding, and safety during emergency and public safety interactions through education, collaboration, community engagement, and autism-informed training. Together, we work to build trust and create safer, more inclusive communities where individuals with autism are respected, supported, and empowered.
OUR VISION
Our vision is a community where individuals with Autism are recognized, accepted, and treated fairly by emergency services, the justice system, and healthcare. Where they are understood and treated equally by the services they rely on to stay safe and live their daily lives.
AUTISM FOUNDED & AUTISM LED
We are proudly founded and led by an individual with Autism. Our leadership, programs, and advocacy are shaped by lived experience, honoring autistic knowledge, autonomy, and diversity.
We live by the motto: “Nothing about us without us.” Our organization is built and guided by people with Autism, ensuring authenticity, accountability, and meaningful impact for the Autism community.
LBGTQIA2S+ and BIPOC Communities
We gladly serve and recognize that the LBGTQIA2S+ Community and BIPOC Communities with Autism with understanding, equality, dignity, and accountability.
Canadian Born & Canadian Focused
