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Celebrating Autism Acceptance Month in Canada: Honouring Three Inspiring Voices in Dear Grandpa, It’s Michael October marks Autism Acceptance Month in Canada — a time to celebrate autistic people, recognize their contributions, share their stories, and continue building a society where people on the autism spectrum are welcomed, respected, and given meaningful opportunities to participate.

The journey of Dear Grandpa, It’s Michael continues to reach new audiences, creating meaningful conversations around inclusion, understanding, and opportunity. We’re excited to share that award-winning director Anthony Carniello and lead actress Iszabella Hyde recently appeared on Hamilton Life with Mike Fortune on Cable 14. Their insightful interview is now available on Cable 14’s official YouTube channel, offering viewers a behind-the-scenes look at

Today, I’m incredibly proud to share something new. Behind The Scenes with Eric Hattum isn’t just a podcast episode.It’s the unfiltered heartbeat of Dear Grandpa, It’s Michael. It’s the moments you didn’t see.The conversations that happened when the cameras were off.The doubts, the breakthroughs, the quiet strength that shaped this journey. And it all starts with Eric. Eric

Something extraordinary is blooming this summer! We are thrilled to officially announce the Online Film Screening Event for the next heartfelt chapter of Dear Grandpa, It’s Michael — and you’re invited! 📅 Date: Thursday, July 17th🕖 Time: 7:00 PM EST🌐 Location: Online / Virtual Screening🎟️ Special Guests: YOU — our beloved community! 🎉 A New Chapter Premieres Filmed during the summer of last year, this chapter continues the journey

We are beyond proud to share that Dear Grandpa, It’s Michael was recently featured in the Winter 2025 edition of Autism Matters—the official publication of Autism Ontario, one of the province’s longest-standing autism organizations. The article, beautifully written by Michael Cnudde, shines a spotlight on our film, our incredible star Michael Whitell, and the heartwarming story of resilience, family, and community behind

Hamilton, Ontario – Dear Grand Pa – It’s Michael, a heartfelt storytelling initiative devoted to preserving intergenerational love, memory, and connection, is proud to announce its recent feature on Cable 14’s Hamilton Lifehosted by Val Cole. In this special television segment, Michael, Karen, and Ty sat down with Val to share the deeply personal story behind Dear Grand

We are thrilled to announce that Michael Whitell, alongside Ty Greenidge and Karen Whitell, will be featured on Hamilton Life with Val Cole on March 25th! This special appearance will air on Cable 14, a key community news channel dedicated to showcasing local stories and impactful conversations. Where to Watch 📺 Station: Cable 14🌐 Website: Cable14.com📲 Social Media: Bringing Autism Awareness to a Larger Audience

As we wrap up the week, we are thrilled to share some MAJOR NEWS! For World Autism Day on April 2nd, 2025, Dear Grandpa, It’s Michael will be hosting a special Instagram Live Event featuring none other than Michael’s cousin, Eric Hattum (@electric.erk)! 🥳 A Star-Studded Event This incredible live session will bring together our main stars, Karen and Michael Whitell, alongside our amazing cast

At Dear Grandpa, It’s Michael, we love sharing inspiring stories of individuals who overcome challenges and thrive. This week, we are excited to introduce Michael’s cousin, Eric Hattum! 🎉 Eric’s Journey with Autism Like Michael, Eric was born with autism, but that never held him back. Thanks to the unwavering support of his parents, family friends, and dedicated

At Dear Grandpa, It’s Michael, we understand the importance of finding the right support for individuals and families living with autism. To end the week, we’re sharing a valuable list of Ontario Autism Family Resource Providers, featured in our latest social media post. These organizations offer a range of services, including education, therapy, training, and community programs,