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As part of the initiative, all Toyssa国际传媒橰sa国际传媒橴s and Babiessa国际传媒橰sa国际传媒橴s stores from coast-to-coast will open one hour early. During the hour, there will be no music or announcements; lighting will be dimmed; and designated quiet spaces will be located throughout the store. Families can also enjoy in-store activities with toys identified as ideal for children on the autism spectrum.

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The Sensory-Friendly Shopping Hour is part of Toyssa国际传媒橰sa国际传媒橴s, Canadasa国际传媒檚 commitment to supporting and raising awareness of the autism community.

Since 2010, Toyssa国际传媒橰sa国际传媒橴s, Canada has partnered with Autism Speaks Canada and has raised more than $5 million through the generous support of its customers, team members and vendors.

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All funds raised go directly to Autism Speaks Canada to support services, community grants, awareness initiatives and social programs like sports, drama and swimming that aid in childrensa国际传媒檚 development and social skills.

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For local Sensory-Friendly Shopping store hours at Toyssa国际传媒橰sa国际传媒橴s and Babiessa国际传媒橰sa国际传媒橴s locations throughout Canada on Sunday, Nov. 12, visit .

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