Join us for the 10th Annual Canadian Autism Leadership Summit
We are thrilled to welcome you to CALS2024, taking place from April 17th to 19th, 2024, at the Fairmont Chateau Laurier in Ottawa and livestream. This coming April, we aim to:
- Inform: Gather experts with updates on the National Autism Strategy (NAS) and the development of national disability policy for Canada that addresses the diverse needs of Autistic people and their families.
- Implement: Identify policies, programs, services and supports with the potential to strengthen the impact of the National Autism Strategy.
- Innovate: Explore valuable processes, promising and emerging practices, ideas, and research that can advance our collective work.
CALS2024 is brought to you by:
Program
In an effort to discuss priority issues faced by Autistic persons in Canada, CALS2024 will aim to generate specific actions to be taken by the federal government to advance a National Autism Strategy.
Our CALS2024 programming also includes tons of storytelling and networking opportunities. Click on the button below to view our preliminary program.
Registration rates
The table below outlines the different types of tickets you can purchase for CALS2024 for the full duration of the Summit (“Full Summit” ticket for April 17, 18, and 19, 2024). The schedule for both in-person and livestream options will follow Ottawa’s time zone, which is Eastern Standard Time (EST), GMT-4. Breakfast and lunch will be provided to in-person attendees each day.
When purchasing a ticket, you may choose to select an amount to pay a portion forward so that one ticket will be gifted at no cost to someone who may not have the financial means to attend the Summit. This is completely optional.
Please note that early-bird pricing ends on January 31st, 2024, after which regular registration rates will take effect. For any questions or if you require any assistance with the registration process, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at summit@autismalliance.ca.
| Full Summit Ticket (April 17, 18 & 19) | Ticket Type | Early-bird Rates (Ending Jan 31, 2024) | Regular Rates** (Starting Feb 1, 2024) |
|---|---|---|---|
| In-person | Autistic person, not employed or sponsored by an organization | $200 | $250 |
| In-person | Student or Trainee | $300 | $400 |
| In-person | Member of Autism Alliance of Canada | $800 | $900 |
| In-person | Non-Member* of Autism Alliance of Canada | $950 | $1,050 |
| Livestream & Virtual Workshops | Autistic person, not employed or sponsored by an organization | $40 | $50 |
| Livestream & Virtual Workshops | Student or Trainee | $60 | $80 |
| Livestream & Virtual Workshops | Member of Autism Alliance of Canada | $160 | $180 |
| Livestream & Virtual Workshops | Non-Member of Autism Alliance of Canada | $190 | $210 |
**1 Day Tickets for April 17, 18 or 19 will be available starting February 1, 2024.
Financial Support Program
CALS2024 is committed to hosting an accessible event where everyone has the opportunity to not only attend but also meaningfully participate. To make CALS2024 more accessible to those wishing to attend, we have launched the CALS2024 Financial Support Program.
Persons who identify as on the autism spectrum, with a disability, who are racialized, or have lived experience are encouraged to apply.
Community Showcase
We are thrilled to launch the CALS2024 Community Showcase: A Networking Session with Posters and Visual Displays!
Whether you would like to showcase a poster describing your research findings, share your story, or highlight key initiatives at your organization, we would love to hear from you!
The deadline to submit your proposal is January 14, 2024 at 11:59PM PST.
Call for Nominations: Third Annual Jim and Ginette Munson Autism Leadership Award
Do you know someone living in Canada who has demonstrated the leadership, determination and values that reflect the Munsons’ commitment to the creation of a National Autism Strategy?
We are currently accepting nominations for the Third Annual Munson Award.
Call for Artists: Third Annual Jim and Ginette Munson Autism Leadership Award
Are you an artist or a creative spirit? Would you like your artwork to be presented to the recipient of the Third Annual Jim and Ginette Munson Autism Leadership Award?
For the upcoming Canadian Autism Leadership Summit, to be held in Ottawa on April 17-19, 2024, we are looking to purchase a piece of art to present to the recipient of the Third Annual Munson Award.
What I am most excited about this Summit, is getting to see familiar faces and some new ones of various Autistic/autism stakeholders from across Canada.
I am also looking forward to hearing the latest updates in the Canadian Autistic/autism communities at large.
Support CALS2024
Interested in supporting the upcoming Canadian Autism Leadership Summit? Join our community of supporters helping us to create a more inclusive Canada.
Check out our Partnership Package to learn how we can partner for the upcoming Summit!
Registration
The 10th Annual Canadian Autism Leadership Summit will take place April 17 – 19, 2024 at the Fairmont Château Laurier in Ottawa and via livestream. Early bird registration ends on January 31, 2024, so make sure to reserve your spot today!