Chris Rose Therapy Centre for Autism

Chris Rose Therapy Centre for Autism is a non-profit therapy centre for those with ASD in Kamloops, BC.

We offer a school-based program to children enrolled in school in British Columbia, extended autism services, summer programs and adult services.

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Our History

In September of 1989, with the encouragement and assistance of parents and educators, Giant Steps West, a program for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, was established in Kamloops. It was the first satellite of Giant Steps Montreal.

In 2002, the Centre in Kamloops took on a new name, CHRIS ROSE THERAPY CENTRE FOR AUTISM, as we were no longer associated with Giant Steps Montreal.

The Centre was named after Christopher Rose. For 50 years, Christopher Rose has served British Columbians, young and old, with the greatest distinction as teacher, school principal and school trustee. His greatest focus has been to support those with special needs.

As an advocate for children with special needs and after he retired from the School District in 1996, Mr. Rose accepted the position of Executive Director of Giant Steps West. He rebuilt the Giant Steps West into a stable organization and a strong influence in our community.

Mr. Rose founded the Chris Rose Foundation, which has continued to be instrumental in raising funds for the Centre. Mr. Rose also organized biennial international conferences on Autism Spectrum Disorders.

Mr. Rose has also served over 10 years as an elected member of the City of Kamloops Mayor’s Task Force for People with Disabilities and has travelled to Armenia several times to help develop programs and supports for special needs children in that country.

Mr. Rose has earned many awards including the Rotary International Scholarship for Teachers of the Handicapped, and the Hazel Davy Award for Outstanding Service to Handicapped Children. Christopher Rose is an Order of BC Recipient.

Location

Kamloops

Website

http://www.chrisrosecentre.org/

Address

1111 Tranquille Road
Kamloops, BC
V2B3J8

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 3pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 3pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 3pm
Thursday	8:30am - 3pm
Friday	8:30am - 3pm