About

Working on it…

Tracy is an autistic artist, newbie researcher, and aspiring writer who lives in Ottawa, Ontario. She was a dedicated public servant working in regulatory and policy development and analysis. Diagnosed with autism in her early 40s, she has found a passion for disability advocacy, as well as informing mental health research and treatment. She has an awesome son who she loves dearly; he is a true inspiration for all that she does.

Accomplishments

Showcase Artist at University Health Network’s Pride in Patient Engagement in Research (PiPER) Research Day 2024, work entitled, “Made with Love and Science“.

Art featured in Together: Stories of Collective Impact (Vol. 2.2 Spring 2024), an international magazine published by the Centre for Advancing Collaborative Health Education (CACHE) at the University of Toronto – Issuu (pages 18-19)

Showcase Artist at the National Autism Leadership Summit, April 2024, work entitled, “A Lyrical Tale for a True Model of Authenticity“.