The Buddy Club is a volunteer program that allows youth and young adults the opportunity to volunteer their time and help assist the Autism Aspergers Friendship Society of Calgary (AAFS) in respite activities in the community, the clubhouse, and around the office. The program receives its title from one of our oldest members who has basically grown up in AAFS and lovingly refers to staff as his buddies. The idea of being a “buddy” or friend to children, youth, and young adults within the autism spectrum is at the core of the volunteer program.