Every year, CASDA hosts an annual conference, the Canadian Autism Leadership Summit (CALS). On October 6, 2021, CALS2021 welcomed over 250 participants and presenters ranging from self-advocates, families, researchers, service providers, to government officials. The driving force behind our success year in and year out is our dedicated Summit Planning Committee. With the 8th Annual […]
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The time was yesterday – CASDA calls for federal leadership for a National Autism Strategy
In the last decade, Canadians have witnessed a litany of medical breakthroughs; virtual reality for surgeons, the introduction of online and telehealth services, wearable technologies, artificial pancreas to treat Type 1 diabetes, 3D-printed prosthetics and the introduction of effective vaccines for COVID. Exceptional accomplishments that have dramatically shifted both access to healthcare and quality of […]
Share Your Story!
The Inclusive Workplace is developing new Real Stories that share the experiences of job seekers and employees on the autism spectrum or with an intellectual disability. Real Stories is a series of videos on topics related to the lived experiences of people on the autism spectrum or with an intellectual disability who are looking for […]
Disability Community to Host National Election Debate on Disability Issues
The Pan-Canadian Disability Coalition, a coalition of over 25 disability organizations, including CASDA, are calling on the major political parties to attend a national election debate on disability issues on September 7, 2021.This debate, which is actively supported and coordinated by CASDA, will give the major political parties the opportunity to share their vision and […]
Working together to advance a National Autism Strategy
Key agencies representing Canadian regions from coast-to-coast-to-coast are playing a pivotal role in advancing a National Autism Strategy (NAS). CASDA is proud to play a role, and we continue to focus on engaging our members across the country. As we approach the two year mark of the Canadian government’s commitment to create a National Autism […]
Summer 2021 at CASDA: Ongoing projects to advance a National Autism Strategy
This summer and beyond, CASDA’s team and members are advancing various initiatives that continue to move autism and disability policy forward in Canada. For more information about ongoing projects and initiatives at CASDA and to learn how you can get involved, continue reading below. Projects amplifying experiences of the Autistic Community | National Initiatives & […]
CASDA is proud to welcome two Health System Impact Fellows
It is with absolute pleasure that CASDA is welcoming two Health System Impact Fellows to build capacity for advancing evidence-informed health system changes that will improve outcomes for Autistic Canadians and their families: Mackenzie Salt, Ph.D and Sara Lacarte Ph.D (c). Sara Lacarte, Ph.D. (c) Sara Lacarte is a second year Ph.D. student in the […]
CASDA is hiring a Research Coordinator
Position title: Research Coordinator Hours/Week: 10 (part-time) Reporting to: Director of Scientific and Data Initiatives Office Location: Remote in Canada Languages: English (French a strong asset) Overview The purpose of this position is to coordinate a national data asset mapping project, comprising research and administrative data sets. The research coordinator will also provide ongoing support […]
CASDA stands with community in opposition to the use of shock devices
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CASDA on CTVNews
Canadian parents frustrated with lack of autism support seek solutions in the U.S. – CTVNews On June 12, 2021, CASDA’s Director of Scientific and Data Initiatives, Dr. Deepa Singal, was interviewed by Heather Butts on CTV National News on the challenges families face in accessing services across Canada. Discrepancies between provincial policies and support […]