Hello
Welcome!
This page offers a glimpse into who I am, the work I do, and the purpose behind Type and Tell.
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From books and films to research and storytelling, everything comes together here in one place.
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I’m glad you’re here.
My Story
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I'm a Haitian Canadian author, screenwriter, and communications scholar with research focused on autism. I founded Type and Tell Publishing to help bring underrepresented voices into the spotlight through stories that matter.
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My creative work includes the award-winning film La Rebelle and the beloved Haitian classic We Love You Anne. I’ve also written books such as Faint Traces, Unheld, and Fragments of Belonging. These works explore themes of resilience, identity, and healing. I co-authored a children’s book series with my eleven-year-old son, Nathaniel Antoine. Together, we brought The Happy Problem Solvers universe to life, along with spin-offs like Ellie’s Creative Corner and Sam’s Science Surprises. The Happy Problem Solvers is more than just a collection of stories. It’s a shared journey of learning, growth, and joy. Through these books, we blend life lessons with fun adventures that promote resilience, social skills, and the power of positive thinking.
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Alongside writing, I’ve spent years researching how families communicate within the Canadian healthcare system, especially in the context of autism. My academic work examines how information, culture, and language shape the care families receive.
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This site brings everything together — stories on the page, on screen, and in everyday life.
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MD Antoine
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Selected Works
Here’s a look at some of the stories I’ve brought to life — on the page and on the screen. Each project reflects a part of my journey as a writer, creator, and storyteller.
On the Page
On the Screen
Awards: Best film – Montreal film festival (2006)
Best film – Jacmel international film festival (2006)
Special recognition – Boston international film festival (2006)
Academic Work
PEER-REVIEWED PUBLICATIONS
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Book Chapters
Lagacé, M., Bergeron, C. D., Rodrigues-Rouleau, P., & Antoine, M. D. (2014). Ageism as an institutional push factor for retirement: Need for cultural and organizational change. In S. Westwood & N. Knauer (Eds.), Research Handbook on Law, Society and Ageing. Edward Elgar.
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Journal Articles
Antoine, M. D. (2023). Communication barriers and challenges for accessing autism care: Conventional versus alternative medicine. University of Ottawa Journal of Medicine, Updates in Family Medicine, 13(1), 20–33.
Antoine, M. D., Cherba, M., Grosjean, S., Boët, S., & Waldolf, R. (2022). How to support patient-provider communication during telemedicine consultations? A scoping review of challenges and existing tools. University of Ottawa Journal of Medicine, Innovations in Healthcare Delivery and Training, 12(1), 25–33.
Antoine, M. D. (2025, submitted). Opportunities for effective communication through the delivery of an autism spectrum disorder diagnosis: A scoping review. Autism – SAGE Journals.
Antoine, M. D. (2025, submitted). Information paucity / Information overload: Striking a balance for families of autistic children. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders (JAAD).
NON-REFEREED CONTRIBUTIONS
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Research Reports
Antoine, M. D. (2022). Research shows Canadian athletes feel (un)safe in sports organizations. Faculty of Health Sciences Website and The Gazette, University of Ottawa.
Antoine, M. D. (2022). Finding common ground: Identifying priorities for culturally safe, ethically sound Inuit research. Faculty of Health Sciences Website, University of Ottawa.
Antoine, M. D. (2022). A novel and sustainable model for improving diet quality among school children in Canada. Faculty of Health Sciences Website, University of Ottawa.
Antoine, M. D. (2022). Student experience and innovation. Faculty of Health Sciences Website, University of Ottawa.
Antoine, M. D. (2022). Evaluating apple consumption impact on gut microbiota in adults living with overweight or obesity. Faculty of Health Sciences Website, University of Ottawa.
Antoine, M. D. (2022). Implementing practice changes for stroke teams, including occupational therapists. Faculty of Health Sciences Website, University of Ottawa.
THESES
Antoine, M. D. (2015). La communication dans la prise en charge intégrée de l’autisme (Master’s thesis).
Antoine, M. D. (Expected 2026). Exploring Information and Resources within Traditional Healthcare Settings in Canada (Doctoral dissertation).
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