An Amber Alert for Autism | Calgary News

A powerful parliamentary petition is gaining momentum, calling for a national emergency alert system tailored to missing autistic individuals and those with non-verbal communication challenges. Launched just one week ago, it’s already amassed over 2,000 signatures and seeks geo-targeted alerts, voluntary location tech, and specialized training for first responders. Inspired by the tragic case of 11-year-old Parker Wells, who went missing in Calgary and was found weeks later after an Amber Alert was delayed, the push is led by MP Mike Lake — whose son is also non-verbal and autistic. The movement, amplified by Jennifer Ball, Parker’s neighbor and mother of an autistic child, now aims to turn public outcry into law through what she calls an “indigo alert.” Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/357d65a6ba0cef0e