YVR is a leading airport in neurodiverse accessibility thanks to our community partnerships with Pacific Autism Family Network (PAFN) and Canucks Autism Network (CAN). Through significant engagement with the leaders of the autism community, YVR has developed thorough and practical guides to support autistic passengers and their families while traveling. YVR is proud to work with PAFN and CAN to make our airport a more welcoming and accessible place for all passengers. To directly access resources click here, or learn more about our investments at work below.
Canucks Autism Network (CAN) is an non-profit organization providing programs to individuals on the autism spectrum and their families, while promoting acceptance and inclusion through community engagement and training initiatives across BC and beyond. For more information, visit canucksautism.ca.
Continued partnership between Canucks Autism Network, Air Canada, Air Canada Foundation and YVR has been key in increasing travel accessibility for the autism community in BC. YVR Autism Aviation Days, a collaboration between YVR, Air Canada, Air Canada Foundation and CAN, provides an opportunity for Autistic individuals and their families to rehearse the entire pre-flight process in a highly supported environment. The practice run includes checking-in, going through security screening, boarding an Air Canada Express aircraft for a simulated pre-flight experience. The initiative began in 2014, and after 10 years, the events have made a positive difference for more than 500 individuals.
Learn more about YVR Autism Aviation Days
Learn more about resources for neurodivergent passengers and training for travel industry professionals