Autism Alliance of Canada will host CALS2026 on April 14-16, 2026 in Ottawa and via livestream.
This annual event brings together Autistic self-advocates, family members, researchers, policymakers, service providers, and community leaders from across Canada to foster collaboration, inform policy, and strengthen the community.
This year includes a one day symposium on artificial intelligence (AI) and autism innovation.
CALS2026 (Full Summit – 3 Days) Registration Fees
| 2026 Registration Categories | 2026 Registration Fees (All inclusive 3 days) | AI only (single day) |
| Members | $1,350 | $600 |
| Non member | $1,500 | $600 |
| Student, Trainees, Lived Experience (including a caregiver or support person) | $550 | $550 |
CALS2026 (Full Summit) Registration Fees | Livestream
| 2026 Registration Categories | 2026 Registration Fees (All inclusive 3 days) | AI only (single day) |
| Virtual Attendance | $200 | $200 |
| Student / Trainees, Lived Experience (including a caregiver or support person) | $25 | $25 |
Member Showcase
There will be a member showcase that welcomes people with Lived Experience, members displays, academic posters, AI spotlight presentations and “Rethinking Systems Navigation” Panel Proposals.
Theme: Beyond The Now
Invitation to Apply – Call for AI Spotlight Presentations
Autism Alliance of Canada welcomes researchers, innovators, and advocates working in the intersecting fields of autism, AI, and inclusion to apply to present their work at the CALS2026 AI Symposium. We especially encourage applications from Autistic people.
Invitation to Apply: Call for Panel Proposals
This “Rethinking System Navigation” Panel should bring together experts and community leaders who are designing and delivering navigation supports that make autism-related services and supports more coordinated, equitable, and accessible to those who need them.
5th Jim and Ginette Munson Leadership Award
This annual award is presented to an Autistic person living in Canada who has demonstrated the leadership, determination and values that reflect Jim’s and Ginette’s commitment to the creation of a national autism strategy.
The application period is now closed.
Stay tuned to find out who the recipient is!
Program
This year’s program is grounded in dialogue, accountability, and systems change, with space for deep discussion on what is working, what must change, and how we move forward together.