Client Resources
Practical information and tools to help families better understand their options and support their child’s development with confidence.
These resources are intended to provide guidance, clarity, and reassurance for families navigating decisions about support.
Families may be navigating changes to available supports and services. Our team is committed to helping you understand your options and determine what may be most helpful for your child and family during this time.
What is ABA?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a science that looks at how learning and behavior change over time. In our work, ABA focuses on meaningful, real-life skills such as communication, social interactions, play, emotional regulation, independence, and daily living abilities.
ABA at FCPG is individualized, compassionate, and family-centred. Goals are developed together with caregivers, informed by assessment, and supported through thoughtful, ongoing observation and evaluation. Progress is measured so that strategies can be adjusted as needed to help children learn and thrive across home, school, and community settings.
If you’d like a deeper overview of how ABA looks in practice at FCPG, you can learn more in our Caregiver’s Guide to Choosing an Autism Service Provider.
What is Best Practices?
At FCPG, we put “best practice” into action by providing services that are:
Grounded in research and learning science
Individualized to each child, family, and context
Trauma-informed, strengths-based, and dignity-affirming
Focused on meaningful outcomes that improve quality of life
Our team includes highly trained Behaviour Consultants and Board Certified Behaviour Analysts who receive ongoing supervision, mentorship, and professional development.
We collaborate closely with caregivers and other professionals, recognizing families as essential partners in every stage of support.
How Best Practice Looks in Action
In practical terms, best practice at FCPG includes:
Working with caregivers to identify socially meaningful goals
Using assessment to guide teaching and support plans
Providing structured teaching alongside naturalistic and play-based learning
Supporting generalization across environments and people
Using positive, functional approaches to understanding behaviour
Monitoring progress and adjusting strategies as needed
Promoting inclusion, peer interaction, and participation in real-world settings
Ensuring services are delivered in a way that is safe, respectful, and supportive
Above all, our work centres on helping children build skills that support confidence, independence, connection, and well-being.
Helpful Links
Health, Research & Evidence-Based Information
Provincial Health Services Authority – Autism Information
PHSA provides evidence-based information on autism diagnosis, intervention, and system navigation in BC.
AIDE Canada offers evidence-based information and tools to support autistic individuals, families, and caregivers across the lifespan.
Trusted medical information on child development, autism, and evidence-based health recommendations for families.
Autism Speaks provides research updates, toolkits, and general information about autism, with a focus on advocacy and awareness.
Community & Government Supports
Autism Community Training (ACT) B.C
ACT provides training, resources, and community education for families and professionals supporting autistic children and youth in British Columbia.
Registry of Autism Service Providers
The RASP list identifies professionals approved to provide autism-related services that may be eligible for government funding in BC.
Ministry for of Children and Family Development
Information about autism funding programs in BC, including eligibility, allowable expenses, and how funding can be used.
A Parent's Handbook: Your Guide to Autism Programs
A comprehensive guide for families outlining autism programs, funding options, and support services available in British Columbia.
CLBC supports adults with developmental disabilities and their families through funding, planning, and community inclusion services.
Autism BC offers support groups, workshops, information, and advocacy for autistic individuals and their families across BC.
PAFN connects families to integrated services, programs, and supports for autistic children, youth, and adults.
Education, ABA & Professional Learning
BC Association for Behaviour Analysis (BCABA)
A provincial association supporting ethical and evidence-based behaviour analysis through education and professional collaboration.
CIRCA (Collaborative Interdisciplinary Research in Clinical Autism)
CIRCA promotes interdisciplinary collaboration and research to support best practices in autism intervention.
International ABA Master’s Programs
A resource for finding accredited ABA graduate programs internationally for those pursuing advanced training in behaviour analysis.
Local & Practical Resources
A local Victoria-based store offering therapy materials, educational toys, and learning resources for children.
A Vancouver bookstore with a strong selection of children’s books, including resources that support neurodiversity and social-emotional learning.
CAN provides year-round programs, recreation opportunities, and community connections for autistic individuals and their families.