Behaviour Therapy and Learning Centre Ltd.
The Behaviour Therapy and Learning Centre Ltd. (BTLC) is a Canadian registered charitable organization (Business No. 855552477RR0001) established in 2004 to provide specialized educational programs for preschool and kindergarten-aged children with autism spectrum disorders and other developmental disabilities[1][5]. Headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, the organization focuses on delivering individualized education using principles of applied behavior analysis (ABA) to promote functional skill development and independence[1][2].

Mission and Programs
BTLC operates on the principle that children with developmental disabilities require tailored educational support to achieve meaningful outcomes. Its core mission emphasizes small student-to-staff ratios, intensive programming, and adaptive teaching methods to address each child's unique behavioral and learning needs[2][5]. The center offers Program Unit Funded (PUF) educational services, providing 15 hours of weekly instruction spread across five three-hour morning sessions[2].

Operational Approach
The organization prioritizes measurable goal-setting and rapid skill acquisition through ABA techniques, which are supported by research demonstrating improved outcomes with high-intensity interventions[2][5]. Funding primarily comes from Alberta Education, though charitable donations supplement operational costs to maintain small class sizes and extended programming hours[2].

Recognition and Impact
As a registered charity, BTLC adheres to standards set by Canada Revenue Agency and emphasizes community support to bridge funding gaps for specialized educational services[2][4]. Its work aligns with broader efforts to integrate children with developmental disabilities into inclusive environments through targeted skill-building[1][5].

See Also

• Applied behavior analysis: A therapeutic approach central to BTLC's methodology.
• Autism spectrum disorders: Primary focus area for the organization's programs.

References
[Content synthesized from publicly available organizational profiles and charitable registries]