The Vergence: Neuroinclusive Market and Creative Expo
2026-05-23 15:00 - 21:00 (America/Edmonton)
The Vergence is an evening experimental expo, a micro-market, and a creative convergence designed for makers, movers, and minds that work a little differently.

Saturday, May 233:00 – 9:00 p.m.Inglewood Community Association Hall (1740 24 Avenue SE)Admission is free or by donation

Browse curated vendors, explore hands-on workshops, gain sensorial sovereignty via silent-disco headphones. Experience freedom of expression and movement in a space intentionally built for sensory comfort, creative expression, and genuine community.

Whether you’re a longtime member of the neurodivergent community or simply someone who’s tired of events that feel the same–this was made with you in mind.

The Vergence is presented by The Divergent Collective.

When you click the button that says “The Vergence” you will be redirected to their Eventbrite page, where you will find more details and ways you can participate.

The Vergence

Please note: This is not a Sinneave event. If you have questions about the market and expo, please reach out to The Divergent Collective directly. You can find them on Instagram @divergent_collective_yyc

Autistic Voices and Perspectives - Jess Burylo
2026-06-10 12:00 - 13:00
What does it really mean to speak up for yourself and feel confident doing it?

Join Autism Edmonton for an honest and inspiring conversation with Jessica Burylo, an Autistic self-advocate whose work is helping change how we understand identity, accessibility, and belonging.

Jessica is a PhD student at the University of Alberta, where she explores Autistic identity and joy. She also works with Elections Canada to reduce barriers so people with disabilities can take part in federal elections, and collaborates with Accessibility Standards Canada to improve how programs and services are designed. Across everything she does, Jessica brings both professional insight and lived experience.

This session is not about having all the answers. It is about learning how to trust your voice and use it.

Together, we will explore what self-advocacy can look like in everyday life, how to build confidence in who you are, and how to navigate systems that were not built with you in mind. Most importantly, we will talk about joy and why it matters.

You will leave with practical ideas, a stronger sense of self, and a reminder that your voice matters.

This learning session is brought to you by Autism Edmonton, with support from the Sinneave Family Foundation.

Wednesday, June 1012:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. (Mountain Time)Online via Autism Edmonton

When you click on the button that says “Register,” you will be redirected to Autism Edmonton’s Eventbrite page, where you can reserve your spot.

Register

About the Presenter:

Jessica Burylo (she/her) is an Autistic self-advocate and PhD student at the University of Alberta, where her research explores Autistic identity and joy. She works as an Outreach Officer with the Inspire Democracy team at Elections Canada, supporting efforts to reduce barriers to participation in federal elections for people with disabilities.

She works with Accessibility Standards Canada to help shape national standards for accessible program and service delivery, and serves as an advisor to Proof Positive: Autism Wellbeing Alliance. Her work brings together accessibility and lived experience with a focus on creating spaces where Autistic people can meaningfully participate and thrive.
