Autism Arts
Developed in 2006, in collaboration with Autism Nova Scotia, Autism Arts is a weekly art class for children and youth, ages 6 through early adulthood.
Classes are designed to create opportunities for those on the autism spectrum by presenting a variety of meaningful and positive experiences through art. Art can be an effective and inspiring tool for self-expression, especially for those with unique needs. Autism Arts provides respectful and appropriately designed learning and environmental modifications to ensure enjoyment and fulfillment.
Art Classes
Autism Arts is available in both Halifax and Yarmouth. Classes take place on Saturdays and are 60 minutes in duration in the fall and winter/spring for children and youth ages six through early adulthood.
Each session is led by a well-qualified and experienced artist/art educator and an occupational/recreational or behaviour therapist, who work together with volunteers to provide a fun, safe, and creative learning environment.
2025-26 AUTISM ARTS CLASSES
For information on the design of the art program, please call 902 424 5280.
Halifax
Winter 2026 Dates
January 17, 24, 31, February 7, 21, 28, March 7, 21.
Back up week: March 28
No session February 14 (Nova Scotia Heritage Day Weekend)
Back up week: March 28
Session Times
Ages 5-11: 10:00am-11:00am
Ages 12-17: 11:30am-12:30 pm
Ages 18-25: 1:00-2:00 pm
The cost of this 8-week program is $80.
Yarmouth
Winter 2026 Dates
January 31, February 7, 21, 28, March 7
Back up week: March 14
Session Times
Ages 6-11: 1pm – 2pm
Ages 12+: 2:15pm – 3:15pm
Classes will be held at Ignite Southern, 208 Main Street.
The cost of this 5-week program is $50.
Payment will be taken upon your arrival on the first day.
Autism Arts is in partnership with:
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