Join us on Friday, April 20 as the autism community of British Columbia come together at the Goodlife Family Autism Hub, Richmond to celebrate the achievements of people and organizations who enhance the lives of individuals affected by autism across the province.  In their inaugural year, the awards will recognize and reward professionals, self-advocates, volunteers and businesses that have been vocal in their advocacy work for pushing communities towards an inclusive society where people on the autism spectrum can reach their full potential.

Schedule of Event
7.15pm: Arrival, light artisan buffet fare will be served with music from Luc Picard and Besha You. 
8pm: Awards begin, hosted by Jake Anthony
9pm: Short Break
9.10pm: Awards resume
9.45pm: Awards end

We are pleased to announce our 2018 shortlisted nominees:  

Volunteer of the Year Sponsored by Applewood Auto Group
Abbe Gates
Dennis Nerpio
Suzanne Perreault
Vicky Ryan

Self-Advocate of the Year Sponsored by AllWest Insurance
Brody Butts
Cassandra Fyfe
Nicole Provost
Marcel Duruisseau 

Business of the Year Sponsored by Adecco
Evan's Consulting Ltd
Gabi & Jules Handmade Pies
Kenneth Gordon Maplewood School
Sirota's Alchymy - Martial Arts & Life Skills Centre

Professional of the Year Sponsored by AutismBC 
Chris Arnold
Grace larocci
Jade Whittiker
Patricia Kennedy 

With thanks to our committee: 
Kristin Bower Diversity & Inclusion Manager at Vancity
Dr. Glen Davies Director of ABLE Clinic
Katy Harandi President and Chief Executive Officer of Canucks Autism Network
Wendy Lisogar-Cocchia O.B.C., LL.D. (Hon) Founder of Pacific Autism Family Network
Corey Walker Northern BC Regional Coordinator at AutismBC

With thanks to our event partners:

FAQ
Food: With many food restrictions from invited guests, guests will be given the opportuntity to choose their own food.  It will be light artisan fare which will include various cheese, meat and mezze platters plus sliders which will have place card descriptions. If you would perfer to bring your own food this is not a problem, we just ask that you do not bring nuts incase of allergies. 

Drinks: All guests will recieve a welcome drink token upon arrival, following this there will be a bar avaliable serving wine, beer and soft drinks.  There will be self-serve water avaliable all evening. 

General: The event will be held in the 2nd floor auditorium at the Goodlife Fitness Family Autism Hub, Richmond.  Access to toilets, outdoor space and relaxing space is also avaliable on this floor. Parking is avaliable free of charge at the venue.