Since then, Mandes has hosted the Light It Up Blue Autism Awareness event in Regina to bring families and communities together to share stories of hope and overcoming obstacles. Mandes' daughter was diagnosed at the age of three. - Twyla McNabA supportive classmate, who also has autism, also inspired Mandes to become a voice for those with autism back when Mandes' daughter was diagnosed. I don't know if he's going to be able to speak. I don't know if he's going to be able to live independently."

Source: CBC News April 02, 2017 21:00 UTC