Summary
The Canadian Academy of Health Sciences brings together leading scientists from across all disciplines to provide evidence-based analyses of Canada’s most complex health challenges and to recommend strategic solutions.
The Autism in Canada Report explores how to better support Autistic people in the areas of diversity and social inclusion, diagnosis, supports and services, and economic inclusion, based on research and interest holder input. This work was commissioned by the Government of Canada to inform the development of Canada’s Autism Strategy.
Policy & Practice Implications
- The Report helps policy makers, practitioners, and the public deepen their understanding of autism and the experience of Autistic people in Canada.
- Interest holders can use the insights across academic disciplines and lived experiences in diverse communities to build awareness and clarity around the multiple perspectives and characterizations of autism.
- Decision makers and practitioners can benefit from each chapter’s evidence summaries, which outline the needs and barriers faced by Autistic people and their families in the Canadian context.
- Decision makers and practitioners can draw on the key findings from each chapter to identify best and promising practices emerging from research and international examples.
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