The Autumn Evening for Autism. Wednesday October 15, 2025 at NeXT restaurant in Stittsville.
The Autumn Evening for Autism is a gala dinner that begins with canapés and Prosecco, followed by a four course dinner with wine pairings, a live and silent auction, 50/50 draw, and parent speakers sharing how QuickStart Autism has impacted their lives. Chef Michael Blackie has created a custom menu just for our event! You can find the event information on our website: https://quickstartautism.ca/events/autumn-evening-for-autism-2025-10-15
QuickStart Early Intervention for Autism is a registered charity local to Ottawa. The organization funds diagnostic assessments for children age 12-24 months who are showing signs of autism. This is important because the wait time for an assessment through CHEO is up to 24 months and the cost of a private assessment is approximately $4000. These two barriers are preventing families from accessing the early intervention that is crucial for these children to reach their full potential. When we are able to fund a diagnostic assessment for a family, we cover the full cost and the assessment is typically completed within three months. This is a life-changing difference for the children and their families!