We celebrate the full spectrum of neurodivergent and queer identities.
ABOUT HOPESPYRE SOCIETY INC.
Every person belongs, exactly as they are, without needing to
mask, conform, or explain.
Why Hopespyre Exists
Founded in November, 2025 by Holly Mitchell, who is also neurodivergent and queer, Hopespyre Society Inc. empowers neurodivergent (ADHD, ASD, OCD, Dyslexia, etc) and 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals across Canada through accessible coaching, therapy, vital life skills, and job skills development. Rooted in equity, inclusion and lived experience, we foster personal growth, mental wellbeing, and economic opportunities to help our community thrive authentically and confidently in every aspect of life within a safe environment.
VALUES & COMMITTMENTS
Neurodivergent Affirming Statement
A place where neurodivergent people can show up authentically, without masking or apologizing for who they are.
Queer Affirming Statement
Programs that centre your needs, honour your pace, and build on your strengths with compassion and care.
Community Led
A physical sanctuary designed with sensory needs in mind, where community can flourish safely.
Sensory Aware
A physical sanctuary designed with sensory needs in mind, where community can flourish safely.
Achieve your best self with neuroqueer-friendly programs and a sensory-friendly environment
WHO IS THIS FOR?
You may feel at home here if…
You are neurodivergent (ADHD, ASD, AuDHD, OCD, etc) and/or queer (2SLGBTQIA+) looking for where you can find community, mental health support, assistance in finding employment, and help with life skills without masking or apologizing for who you are.
This may not be the right fit if…
You are not neurodivergent or queer and experience little to no problems or challenges being who you are in finding community, employment, or purpose.
Therapy and Mental Health Support
For neurodivergent or queer adults
Therapy and coaching that specifically caters to the neurodivergent and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities by practitioners who are also neuroqueer themselves.
Creative Expression Workshops
All ages welcome
Art, movement, and creative exploration are designed to honour different ways of expressing and experiencing the world. No skill required!
Skills for Daily Living
For neurodivergent or queer adults
Practical support for navigation tasks, executive function strategies, and building sustainable routines that work for you.
Community Drop-In Hours
Open to all community members
Low-pressure social time in our sensory-friendly space. Come to connect, or just to be present in accepting company.
HOPESPYRE TEAM
Holly Mitchell
Chairwoman and Executive Director.
Paige Landers
Director.
Lily Leung
Director.