Jonathan Lai

Engagement to adapt current policies and programs to more effectively support disabled Canadians and family caregivers, including Autistic Canadians and individuals who care for Autistic Canadians. Engagement about the need for autism inclusion in existing or emerging non-autism-focused policies and programs. Engagement about strengthening Canada’s Autism Strategy based on emerging research and data about the collective needs of the autism community. Adjustments concern more effective delivery and implementation, newly identified priorities, and other adjustments as required to generate better outcomes for the autism community. Discussions related to funding to support engagement and awareness for members and the public. Discussions about advancing autism inclusion in Canada, including progression toward fulfilling Canada's Autism Strategy. Discussions related to funding to support evidence-informed autism initiatives and implementation activities aligned with Canada’s Autism Strategy.