Lucas Gates

Kind, determined, outgoing.

I’m a third-generation Vancouverite and am incredibly proud to be one of the first autistic board members in AutismBC’s history! In addition to my work with AutismBC, I am involved with many community initiatives, like being a Representative for the Pacific Autism Family Network and its advocacy group, the Voices of Autism, overseeing the Connections social clubs, and working as a Retail Sales Associate with Canucks Sports & Entertainment. I am ready to make a difference in the autistic community and can’t wait to see the bright future ahead!

In Grade 8, I was labelled as the worst behaved student in the whole school. Exactly one year, I received a standing ovation from my cohorts when I was recognized for being the most improved student in Grade 9!