ABC Therapies Inc. since 2008

Moving the needle on public policy for people on the autism spectrum with the Canadian Autism Spectrum Disorder Alliance (CASDA). I was recently invited to co-write policy briefs addressed to the Canadian government. Topics: Research and Governance, Dental Health, and others.

Lots of "1st ever"s this week! I led the 1st ever Professional Issue Forum on Autism, at the 1st ever Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists virtual (o...nline) annual conference, which is a very 1st ever in Canada! The Forum aimed to engage stakeholders across Canada to create a five-year strategic plan and shared vision of occupational therapy for people with autism, their parents and family. Great positive feedback so far, and rich data collected to map out next steps. Thrilled to have also co-presented with Jeanette McNalty Brooker and Debi Steadman on measures of occupations in children and youth with autism.

Be part of creating a shared vision in Canada for occupational therapy in the continuum of care for people with autism. Your voice matters! We are looking for OTs from all provinces/territories. Join us Thursday May 7th from 1 to 3 P.M. Central Time for the CAOT-Professional Issue Forum on autism lead by 3 panelists (Louise Burridge, Jonathan Lai and me). Register with CAOT here:... https://www.caot.ca/site/pd/conferences?nav=sidebar **Registration closes on April 29th.** I am also co-presenting with Jeanette McNalty and Deborah Steadman Saturday May 9th from 10 to 10:30 A.M. Central Time to answer the question, "Do measures for children and youth with autism assess occupation?" Hope to see you there!