There are several events scheduled over the next few days to highlight Autism awareness.

There are two of note tonight.

There will be a discussion about autism at Ecole Secondaire Algonquin from 6-8 pm. There will be experts on hand and people who are on the Autism Spectrum.

There is also an autism jam tonight at Cecil’s Brewhouse beginning at 8 pm.

1 in 94 children are affected by Autism.

World Autism Awareness Day this year is Saturday but will be marked on Monday with a flag raising at 10 am outside city hall.

There’s also a celebration of Autism at One Kids Place on Monday from 3:30-7 pm.

A flag raising is also taking place at Odyssee, along with a wear and light it up Blue Day at the French Public secondary school and their feeder school Heritage.