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About Autism In Mind

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The Purpose Behind Our Therapy, School, and Charity Services.

AIM’s Family-Friendly Facility
AIM’s Team
AIM’s Board Members

Our Vision:

Foster an inclusive society with no barriers for children with autism.

From helping just one child receive the care and support they needed, Autism In Mind (AIM) has grown into a community of therapists, teachers, and others who lead with compassion.

Through this journey, we’ve found that small acts of kindness spread and gather to create an unbelievable difference in the lives of families with exceptionalities.

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Our Mission:

By challenging social stigmas that surround autism, raising awareness and acceptance in communities, and helping families access critical services, together, we can create an inclusive society without barriers for children with autism.

At AIM, We Believe:

Every child deserves the chance to learn, connect, dream, grow, and shine.

Community is a driving force in creating awareness, acceptance, and change.

Meeting families’ needs means understanding where they are now before guiding them forward

Little things are never really little so we should celebrate every milestone.

Get Started at AIM

AIM’s founding story

It started with just one child.

Autism In Mind Children’s Charity (AIM) was founded in 2011 by Suki Choi who wanted to give children with autism an equal opportunity in life.

It started with just one child. When Suki first started her daycare business in Markham, she was approached by a family whose son had been on the government waitlist for autism therapy for 4 years.

Moved by their situation, Suki organized a fundraiser. The response from the community and the daycare parents was so generous, Suki knew they could do even more.

Suki and a team of volunteers began fundraising on behalf of other local families, to help their children access professional therapy. They also began organizing free Social Saturdays for children with autism.

The momentum of these small acts of kindness gathered. Within just a few years, AIM became a Canadian registered charity and one of GTA’s leading service providers for children with autism.

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AIM’s Family-Friendly Facility

AIM’s therapy centre is carefully designed to be child and family-friendly, like a home away from home for children.

With group activity rooms, social skills rooms, private therapy rooms, a sensory integrated room, and a school readiness room, AIM has the space to address every child’s individual needs in an appropriate, safe, and fun environment.

Our facility features:
  • Dedicated therapy treatment rooms for private, one-to-one sessions
  • Group activity rooms to facilitate peer-to-peer interactions
  • A social skills room that mimics a school environment
  • A sensory integration room to practice fine and gross motor skills
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Meet AIM’s Team of
Therapists and Instructors

Executives

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William Chu

CEO

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Suki Choi

Director

Admin

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Jennifer

Program Manager

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Sola

Program Administrator

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Natalie

Program Assistant

Clinic Team

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Rayah, Behaviour Analyst, M.ADS, BCBA

Clinical Supervisor

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Angela, OT Reg. (Ont.)

Occupational Therapy Supervisor

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Oxana, M.ADS, BCBA, RBA (Ont.)

Senior Therapist

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Bim

Senior Therapist

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Grey SLP Reg. (Ont.) CASLPO

Speech Language Therapy Supervisor

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Dena MSC., R.B.A. (Ont.), BCBA

Senior Therapist

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Widad

Senior Therapist Assitstant

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Nidah, MA(Psych)

Senior Therapist Assistant

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School Team

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Sashoy

Special Education Teacher

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Aaliyah

Special Education Teacher

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Disha

Special Education Teacher

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Emilie

Special Education Teacher

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Romaissa

Special Education Assistant

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Vedant

Special Education Assistant

Meet AIM’s Board Members

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David West

Honorary Chair

Bio
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Josh Godly

Chairman

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Mark Fernandez

Treasurer

Bio
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Hong Nguyen

Secretary

Bio
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Conrad Fernandes

Board Director

Bio
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Victoria Kirk

Board Director

Bio
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Narges Nattaghi

Board Director

Bio
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Lucy Hobe

Board Director

Bio
kasia

Kasia Malz

Board Director

Bio

Our Goals Ahead: Building a Life-Changing Community

2 years

Open an Inclusive Daycare

2-4 years

Open a High School/ Vocational School

5+ years

Open a Group Home

10 years

Build a Community Hub

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Curious how you can support AIM’s mission and build an inclusive world for families?

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David West is the Mayor of Richmond Hill, where he brings years of public service and community engagement to his role. As a former passionate educator, he inspired many students and fostered an inclusive learning environment for everyone. Now, as the Honorary Chair of Autism In Mind Children’s Charity, Mayor West will help raise awareness and support for children with autism and their families. He is committed to making Richmond Hill a vibrant and inclusive community for all families.

Josh Godly is currently a director in the supply chain group at Tim Hortons. He joined Tim Hortons in 2018, and has been responsible to lead a $100mm project involving the construction and starting up of 3 distribution centers across Canada. Currently, Josh leads the Distribution Excellence group, which is in charge of project delivery, performance analytics, logistics and fleet management for Tim Hortons.

Josh has been a member of the board of directors for AIM since 2016. His interest for the organization lies in seeing the growing impact AIM has on all the families it serves. He is motivated by the difference AIM makes within the community and excited to be a part of its story.

Josh has an M.B.A from the University of Chicago, Booth School of Business and a B.B.A from Schulich School of Business, York University.

Mark Fernandez is a CPA / CA with over 8 years of experience in public practice accounting firms. His professional experience includes working with Canadian ASPE, IFRS, ASNPO and US GAAP companies in a variety of industries as well as Canadian corporate taxation. He graduated with a Bachelor of Business Administration from the Schulich School of Business at York University. He is passionate about helping others whenever possible and giving back to the community. Mark has been with AIM for 5 years and is proud of the organization’s growth and community impact. In his spare time, Mark plays the bass in a band and enjoys tinkering with electronics and home improvement projects.

Hong Nguyen, with 18 years in banking, brings a unique blend of expertise, dedication, and leadership to her field. A graduate of the University of Guelph with a Bachelor of Business Administration degree, Hong’s academic background has been instrumental in shaping her successful career. 

Blessed with a wealth of experience, Hong spent over 15 years with one of the big banks, honing her skills and expanding her knowledge. Recently, she has taken her expertise to another level by starting her own business, dedicated to helping families with mortgages and fulfilling their homeownership dreams. 

Beyond her professional achievements, Hong is a devoted parent to two children, one of whom is on the autism spectrum. She not only ensures her child receives the love and support needed to thrive but also champions the same for all children on the spectrum. Since 2023, Hong has served as an AIM Board member, where she passionately advocates for autism awareness and support. Her commitment to excellence and social responsibility defines her as a multifaceted leader, making significant contributions to both corporate and community spheres.

Conrad Fernandes is a Director within Wholesale Credit Risk at the Royal Bank of Canada. His professional experience in credit adjudication as a risk manager covering financial institutions, governments and public sector entities; and 20+ years at the bank have been supportive in assisting the charity address strategic initiatives. This includes working collectively with other members and management to grow the charity to reach more children, expand on educational programs, review financials, implementing new policies and providing governance over the organization.

In addition, Conrad continues to be extensively involved in the community as a Brand Ambassador at Schulich School of Business, York University for students and alumni, an active member of the Toronto Region Immigrant Employment Council (TRIEC) as a mentor, and as an educator for financial literacy with Junior Achievement Canada.

Conrad has graduated with an Honors Bachelor of Science from the University of Toronto and completed his MBA at Schulich School of Business, York University. He has been an active AIM board member since January 2017.

Victoria Kirk is a media and communications expert, former journalist, and founder of Verified Communications, a boutique PR and executive communications agency.

With two decades of experience spanning national newsrooms, top agencies, and global brands like Amazon, Botox, adidas, and Gap, Victoria helps leaders and organizations find their voice and earn meaningful recognition. She is also the host of NOISE: Cancelled, a podcast exploring how we cut through the chaos of modern communication to share stories that matter.

Victoria lives in Toronto with her two children and their dog. She brings empathy, strategic thinking, and lived experience as a single mother and advocate for autism awareness — as well as a passion for helping people tell stories that make an impact.

Narges is a Senior Product Manager with over a decade of experience leading the development and growth of mobile and web applications across diverse industries. She began her career at IBM, where she worked on innovative enterprise mobility solutions for global clients, before moving into product management to shape customer-centric digital experiences. Currently, she applies her expertise to building technology solutions that improve efficiency and user outcomes.

As a parent to a child with autism, Narges believes that supporting autism means looking at two important perspectives: the child, who faces unique challenges and needs to be enabled as much as possible, and the family and community around the child, who also need guidance and support. She is passionate about helping families discover better ways to live alongside and support their children, while also fostering greater awareness within neighborhoods, schools, and peer groups. By encouraging understanding and acceptance, Narges hopes to create environments where children like her son Aiden can thrive.

Lucy Hobe is a senior Human Resources and Organizational Effectiveness leader with over 20 years of experience helping organizations strengthen their culture, develop their people, and navigate change. She has held leadership roles across financial services, regulatory, and consulting sectors. She has held progressive HR leadership roles, providing strategic insight balanced with practical solutions, and leading organizations through complex change, growth and transformation.

Beyond her professional expertise, Lucy is the proud mother of a young adult with autism. Her lived experience inspires her deep commitment to building more inclusive communities, strengthening supports for individuals with autism, fostering mental health awareness and creating opportunities for lifelong growth, connection, and belonging.

She is a Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL), ADKAR-certified in change management, and a graduate of adult education studies.

Kasia brings over 20 years of diverse financial leadership working as a fractional executive and board member. She formerly worked with organizations such as the Hydrogen Business Council of Canada, McMaster’s Canadian Centre for Electron Microscopy, Foresight Canada, Green Circle Ideas, Harvest Systems, Next Hydrogen Solutions, and Titanium Transportation Group.

Kasia formerly held her CPA,CA and CPA(IL) but is now studying to become a clinical psychologist, specifically studying autism, and works as a volunteer with organizations such as Autism in Mind and Kinark Family Services.

She holds a Masters of Accounting and an Honours Bachelor of Mathematics from the University of Waterloo and is currently doing her Honours Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at Trent University.