Fall Leisure Guide
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September-December 2018
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Fall 2018 Programs by Location LOWER MAINLAND Abbotsford
I CAN Play Sports (7-12yrs)
Burnaby
Maple Ridge
I CAN Be Active (3-6yrs)
I CAN Play Sports (7-12yrs) I CAN Be Active (3-6yrs)
Gymnastics (7-12yrs)
I CAN Be Active (3-6yrs)
Mission
I CAN Play Sports (7-12yrs)
Monthly Youth Program (13-17yrs)
North Vancouver
Monthly Young Adults Program (18+yrs) Swim (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs, 13+yrs)
Chilliwack
Family Event (All Ages)
Swim (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs,)
Coquitlam
Fit (13+yrs)
Skate (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs)
Swim (3-6yrs)
Cloverdale
Skate (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs)
Delta
Gymnastics (7-12yrs)
Skate (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs)
Langley
I CAN Play Sports (7-12yrs)
Swim (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs)
Weekly Young Adults Program (18+yrs)
Family Event (All Ages)
I CAN Be Active (3-6yrs)
I CAN Be Active (3-6yrs)
I CAN Play Sports (7-12yrs)
Skate (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs)
Swim (7-12yrs, 13+yrs)
Richmond Swim (3-6yrs)
Surrey
Family Event (All Ages)
I CAN Be Active (3-6yrs)
Hockey (9-18yrs)
I CAN Play Sports (7-12yrs)
Weekly Youth Program (13-17yrs)
Monthly Youth Program (13-17yrs)
Monthly Young Adults Program (18+yrs)
Skate (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs)
Hockey * (8-18yrs, 19+yrs)
Outdoor Rec (13-17, 18+yrs)
Swim (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs, 13+yrs)
Vancouver
Swim (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs)
Port Coquitlam
I CAN Play Sports (7-12yrs)
Skate (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs)
Swim* (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs, 13+yrs, Private)
Weekly Youth Program (13-17yrs)
Weekly Young Adult Program (18+yrs)
Monthly Youth Program (13-17yrs)
CommunityWorks Canada(15-21yrs)
Monthly Young Adults Program (18+yrs)
Music (7-12, 13-17yrs)
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VANCOUVER ISLAND
INTERIOR
Duncan
Kamloops
Family Event (All Ages)
Family Event (All Ages)
I CAN Play Sports (7-12yrs)
I CAN Be Active (3-6yrs)
Swim (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs, 13+yrs)
I CAN Play Sports (7-12yrs)
Swim (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs, 13+yrs)
Chemainus
Skate (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs)
Nanaimo
Kelowna
Family Event (All Ages)
Family Event (All Ages)
Gymnastics (7-12yrs)
I CAN Be Active (3-6yrs)
Skate (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs)
Monthly Youth & Young Adults Program (13-17yrs, 18+yrs)
Swim (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs, 13+yrs)
Weekly Youth Program (13-17yrs, 18+yrs)
I CAN Play Sports (7-12yrs)
Skate (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs)
Swim (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs,)
Victoria
West Kelowna
I CAN Be Active (3-6yrs)
I CAN Play Sports (7-12yrs)
Family Event (All Ages)
I CAN Be Active (3-6yrs)
I CAN Play Sports (7-12yrs)
and recreation programs takes place
Monthly Youth & Young Adults Program (13-17yrs, 18+yrs)
Friday, August 24th at noon.
Skate*(3-6yrs, 7-12yrs)
Swim (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs, 13+)
Online registration for weekly sports Monday, August 20th at noon to CAN Membership is required for registration.
PLEASE NOTE: Program times and locations are subject to change. For more information on fall multi-week program registration, please see page 36. *Programs have not yet been confirmed.
About Canucks Autism Network (CAN) Canucks Autism Network (CAN) provides year-round sports and recreation programs for individuals and families living with autism in BC. The CAN team consists of a diverse group of trained staff, experienced support workers and dedicated volunteers who are committed to the delivery of programs in safe and supportive environments. Interested in signing up for CAN programs? If you are interesting in participating in CAN programs, you must first sign up for an online CAN Participant Membership. Please visit: https://canucksautismprograms.ca to begin this process. Already a member? If you are already a member and you know that registration is open for programs that interest you, please log into your account and continue to complete your program registration at: https://canucksautismprograms.ca. For a monthly reminder of upcoming Canucks Autism Network programs and registration dates, please remember to check the CAN email newsletter, which is sent out at the start of each month. Access past newsletters. Find information about our programs, including registration information, eligibility, as well as program locations and times, by clicking on any of the programs listed below. FALL PROGRAM CommunityWorks CanadaÂŽ
AGE 15-21yrs
Family Events
All Ages
Fitness
16-30yrs
Gymnastics
7-12yrs
Hockey
8-18yrs, 19+yrs
I CAN Be Active
3-6yrs
I CAN Play Sports
7-12yrs
Monthly Youth & Young Adults Program
13-17yrs, 18-30yrs
Music Outdoor Recreation
9-12yrs, 13-17yrs 16-30yrs
Skate Swim
3-12yrs 3-6yrs, 7-12yrs, 13+yrs
Weekly Youth & Young Adults Program
13-30yrs
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CommunityWorks Canada® (Ages 15-21) The CommunityWorks Canada® program provides an opportunity for teens and young adults with autism to volunteer alongside peers in a variety of community settings while developing work skills and building communication and social skills. This pre-employment training program is funded in part by the Government of Canada’s Opportunities Fund for Persons with Disabilities Program and is offered by Canucks Autism Network as part of a new federally funded national project called Worktopia. The federal grant for the CommunityWorks Canada® program comes to an end in January 2019. Canucks Autism Network is in the process of re-visioning and revitalizing Youth and Young Adult programming. Stay tuned throughout the year for new program offerings and more information.
FALL COMMUNITYWORKS CANADA® LOCATIONS & TIMES City
Activity
Day of the Week
Time
Start Date
Finish Date
Vancouver
Various
Saturday
9:30am-12:00pm
Sep 15, 2018
Dec 8, 2018
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Family Events (All ages) The purpose of Family Events is to provide families with opportunities to enjoy a variety of fun activities in a safe, supportive, non-judgmental environment. Canucks Autism Network offers a range of activities throughout the year that are open to the entire family, with all ages welcome. Due to the nature of family events, 1:1 support is not available, however, each family event is supported by many helpful volunteers.
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Family Events (All ages) FALL 2018 FAMILY EVENT LOCATIONS & TIMES City
Facility
Activity
Date & Time
Registration Opens
Registration Closes
Chilliwack
Chilliwack Corn Maze
A’MAZE’ing Family Events (Corn Maze)
Sun, Sep 23 10:00am1:00pm
Mon, Sep 3,
Fri, Sep 14,
at noon
at noon
Duncan**
BC Forest Discovery Centre
Halloween Spook-tacular
Sat, Oct 20 1:30pm3:30pm
TBA in October newsletter
Kamloops**
Sunset Valley Farms
Halloween Harvest
Sat, Oct 13 1:00pm4:00pm
TBA in September newsletter
Kelowna**
McMillan Farms
Halloween Event
Fri, Oct 19 4:00pm7:00pm
TBA in September newsletter
Nanaimo **
Brechin Lanes
Family Bowling
Sun, Oct 14, 1:00pm5:30pm; 1-hour timeslots
TBA in September newsletter
Surrey
Hollywood 3 Cinema
Movie Matinee, Movie TBA
Sun, Oct 28 10:30am12:15pm
Mon, Oct 8,
Fri, Oct 12, at
at noon
noon
VanDusen Botanical Gardens
The Festival of Lights
Mon, Nov 5,
Fri, Nov 9,
at noon
at noon
Galey Farms
Pumpkins and Pancakes
Thu, Nov 30, Time TBD 4:00pm9:00pm Sun, Oct 21 8:00am10:00am
Mon, Oct 1,
Fri, Oct 12,
at noon
at noon
Vancouver
Victoria
** Family events that DO NOT require a CAN membership to attend.
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Fitness (Ages 13-17 & 18+) The Fitness program offers youth and young adults with autism the opportunity to become more comfortable in a gym environment with the support of qualified instructors and alongside peers. The program will focus on learning to use fitness equipment independently and safely, gym etiquette and improving strength and stamina. Improve your fitness, meet new people and grow your confidence. Program Structure Duration: 90-minute sessions for 6 weeks Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring Cost: No cost Siblings: No Session Structure: Individual, partner and group exercises
FALL 2018 FITNESS LOCATIONS & TIMES City
Facility
Day of
Time
Start Date
Week
Coquitlam
Pinetree
(13-17yrs, 18+)
Community Centre
Sunday
Finish Date
11:30am-12:30pm
Oct 14,
Nov 25,
2018
2018
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Gymnastics (Ages 7-12) The purpose of this program is to teach gymnastics skills to children and youth with autism in a safe and supportive environment. The program will focus on basic gymnastics skills, as well as general gym safety. Participants will gain exposure to typical gymnastics equipment found in a gymnastics facility, such as floor, beam, bars, rings and trampoline.
Program Structure Duration: 60-minute sessions for 6 weeks Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring Cost: $60 Siblings: No Session Structure: Circuit-style activities, individual and small group skill practice and group games - see more in Gymnastics Activity Storybook to help prepare your child for the program.
Canucks Autism Network (CAN) is excited to be providing this program in partnership with Cameron Recreation Centre, Delta Gymnastics Society and Okanagan Gymnastics Centre. Each facility will provide qualified gymnastics coaches to oversee the lessons and work in collaboration with CAN to make adaptions to curriculum to ensure the success of participants.
Online registration for the fall gymnastics program is open to pending enrolment from Monday, August 20, at noon, to Friday, August 24, at noon. For more information on fall multi-week program registration, please see p. 36.
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IGymnastics CAN Do Gymnastics(Ages 7-12)
FALL 2018 GYMNASTICS LOCATIONS & TIMES City
Facility
Day of Week Saturday
Time
Start Date
6:00pm-7:00pm 7:00pm-8:00pm
Oct 13, 2018
Finish Date Nov 24, 2018
Burnaby (7-12yrs)
Cameron Recreation Centre
Delta (7-12yrs)
Delta Gymnastics
Sunday
6:30pm-7:30pm 7:30pm-8:30pm
Oct 14, 2018
Nov 25, 2018
Kelowna (7-12yrs)
Okanagan Gymnastics Centre
Saturday
1:30pm-2:30pm 2:30pm-3:30pm
Oct 13, 2018
Nov 24, 2018
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Hockey (Ages 8-18 & 19+) The Hockey program, in partnership with Britannia Community Services Centre, provides
children, youth, and young adults with autism the opportunity to develop introductory hockey skills (stick handling, passing and shooting) in a safe and supportive environment. This program runs from October to March and provides participants with opportunities to meet new people, build skating and teamwork skills and have fun.
Program Structure Duration: 60-minutes once per week, 6 months Season: October-March Cost: $500 Siblings: No Session Structure: Individual and small group skill practice, group games, scrimmages PLEASE NOTE: There will be a mandatory parent meeting for confirmed participants, aged 8-18yrs on September 11 from 7:00pm8:30pm, in Burnaby. More details to be emailed closer to the date. A meeting will be held for the 19+ hockey program in September. More details to come.
Canucks Autism Network has prepared a video storybook to help hockey participants prepare for the program.
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Hockey (Ages 8-18 & 19+)
FALL 2018 HOCKEY LOCATIONS & TIMES City
Facility
Day of
Surrey
North Surrey
Week Saturday
(8-18yrs)
Recreation Centre
Vancouver*
Britannia Arena
Saturday
Time
Start
Finish
8:30am-9:30am
Date Oct 13,
Date Mar 16,
2018
2019
Oct 13,
Mar 16,
2018
2019
Oct 12,
Mar 15,
2018
2019
9:00am-10:00am
(8-18yrs) Vancouver*
Britannia Arena
(19+yrs)
Friday
9:00am-10:00am
* Programs have not yet been confirmed
Online registration for the 2018-19 Hockey program is open to pending enrolment from Monday, August 20, at noon, to Friday, August 24, at noon. For more information on fall multi-week program registration, please see p. 36.
I CAN Be Active (Ages 3-6) A gym-based introduction to movement and sports skills The purpose of the I CAN Be Active program is to teach children with autism, and their siblings, fundamental movement skills in a safe and supportive environment. Learning basic skills such as running, jumping and balancing helps children build the confidence necessary for a lifetime of sport and physical activity. This program is designed to give children the opportunity to be active and work on their basic skills through games. Program Structure & Supports Duration: 45 minutes per week for 6 weeks Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring Cost: No cost Siblings: Yes Session Structure: Warm-up, group games, individual skill practice—see more in the I CAN Be Active Storybook Program Supports: At Canucks Autism Network, we strive to meet the needs of each participant. For more information about the supports provided at our multiweek programs, please see p. 36. PLEASE SEE NEXT PAGE FOR I CAN BE ACTIVE PROGRAM LOCATIONS AND TIMES.
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I CAN Be Active (Ages 3-6) FALL 2018 I CAN BE ACTIVE LOCATIONS & TIMES City
Facility
Burnaby
Edmonds Community Centre
Duncan* Kamloops Kamloops Langley Maple Ridge Nanaimo Port Coquitlam Surrey Vancouver Victoria West Kelowna
Day of Week Tuesday
Time
The HUB at Cowichan Station Beattie Elementary School Beattie Elementary School Walnut Grove Recreation Centre Maple Ridge Leisure Centre Nanaimo Pleasant Valley Elementary Hyde Creek Recreation Centre Chuck Bailey Recreation Centre
Sunday
4:00pm-5:00pm
Monday
5:30pm-6:15pm
Tuesday
5:30pm-6:15pm
Sunday
1:15pm-2:00pm
Sunday
9:45am-10:30am
Wednesday
4:30pm-5:15pm
Wednesday
5:30pm-6:15pm
Monday
5:15pm-6:00pm; 6:00pm-6:45pm
Britannia Community Centre
Monday
5:15pm-6:00pm
Royal Oak Middle School Mar Jok Elementary School
Saturday
6:00pm-6:45pm 1:15pm-2:00pm
Monday
5:15pm-6:00pm
6:15pm-7:00pm
Start Date Oct 9, 2018
Finish Date Nov 13, 2018
Oct 14, 2018 Oct 15,2018 Oct 16, 2018 Oct 14, 2018 Oct 14, 2018 Oct 10, 2018 Oct 10, 2018 Oct 15, 2018
Nov 25, 2018 Nov 26, 2018 Nov 20, 2018 Nov 25, 2018 Nov 25, 2018 Nov 21, 2018 Nov 21, 2018 Nov 26, 2018
Oct 22, 2018
Dec 3, 2018
Oct 13, 2018 Oct 15, 2018
Nov 24, 2018 Nov 26, 2018
* Program has not yet been confirmed
Online registration for the fall I CAN Be Active program is open to pending enrolment from Monday, August 20, at noon, to Friday, August 24, at noon. For more information on fall multi-week program registration, please see p. 36.
I CAN Play Sports (Ages 7-12) An introduction to soccer, basketball, and many gym-based games The purpose of the I CAN Play Sports program is to provide children with autism, and their siblings, a fun introduction into the world of sports! Participants will enjoy games and drills that work on varied and progressive skills, specifically those used in the sports of soccer and basketball. This program is designed to provide a fun, safe and supportive environment for all those taking part. Program Structure Duration: 60-minutes once per week for 6 weeks Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring Cost: No Cost Siblings: Yes Session Structure: Individual practice and group games that work on skills relating to physical literacy, soccer and basketball Participants can prepare for this program by reviewing the I CAN Play Sports Activity Storybook.
PLEASE SEE NEXT PAGE FOR I CAN PLAY SPORTS PROGRAM LOCATIONS AND TIMES.
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I CAN Play Sports (Ages 7-12) FALL 2018 I CAN PLAY SPORTS LOCATIONS & TIMES City
Facility
Abbotsford*
Abbotsford Recreation Centre Edmonds Community Centre The HUB at Cowichan Station Beattie Elementary School Beattie Elementary School Walnut Grove Recreation Centre
Burnaby Duncan* Kamloops Kamloops Langley Maple Ridge Nanaimo Port Coquitlam Surrey Vancouver Victoria West Kelowna
Day of Week Saturday
Time
Start Date Oct 13, 2018 Oct 9, 2018 Oct 14, 2018 Oct 15, 2018 Oct 16, 2018 Oct 14, 2018
Finish Date Nov 24, 2018 Nov 13, 2018 Nov 25, 2018 Nov 26, 2018 Nov 20, 2018 Nov 25, 2018
Tuesday
7:00pm-8:00pm
Sunday
5:00pm-6:00pm
Monday
6:15pm-7:15pm
Tuesday
6:15pm-7:15pm
Sunday
2:00pm-3:00pm 3:00pm-4:00pm
Maple Ridge Leisure Centre Pleasant Valley Elementary School Hyde Creek Recreation Centre
Sunday
10:30am-11:30am
Oct 14, 2018 Oct 10, 2018 Oct 10, 2018
Nov 25, 2018 Nov 21, 2018 Nov 21, 2018
Wednesday
5:15pm-6:15pm
Wednesday
6:15pm-7:15pm
Surrey YMCA
Sunday
4:00pm-5:00pm; 5:00pm-6:00pm
Oct 14, 2018
Nov 25, 2018
Britannia Community Centre Royal Oak Middle School
Monday
6:45pm-7:45pm
Saturday
2:00pm-3:00pm
Oct 22, 2018 Oct 13, 2018
Dec 3, 2018 Nov 24, 2018
Mar Jok Elementary
Monday
6:00pm-7:00pm
Oct 15, 2018
Nov 26, 2018
5:45pm-6:45pm
* Programs have not yet been confirmed
Online registration for the fall I CAN Play Sports program is open to pending enrolment from Monday, August 20, at noon, to Friday, August 24, at noon. For more information on fall multi-week program registration, please see p. 36.
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Monthly Youth & Young Adult Programs: Vancouver Island
(Ages 13-17, 18+) The purpose of the youth and young adult monthly programs are to offer the opportunity for youth and young adults with autism to get together and have a good time in a safe and supportive environment, without committing to multiple sessions. Activities vary each month so that you can connect with others who have similar interests. Try something new, have a good time and meet new people. Program Structure & Supports Participants are encouraged to engage in positive social interactions with the assistance of trained program staff, leaders, experienced support staff and dedicated volunteers. Nanaimo, 13-17yrs, 18+yrs City
Facility
Activity
Date & Time
Registration Opens
Registration Closes
Parksville
Riptide Lagoon
Mini golf!
Tues, Sep 11, Mon, Aug 13, 6:00pm-8:00pm at noon
Fri, Aug 17, at noon
Nanaimo
Nanaimo Aquatic Centre
Group games & activities
Tues, Oct 2. Mon, Sep 10, 6:00pm-8:00pm at noon
Fri, Sep 14, at noon
Nanaimo
Nanaimo Aquatic Centre
Group games & activities
Tues, Nov 6, Mon, Oct 8, 6:00pm-8:00pm at noon
Fri, Oct 12, at noon
Victoria, 13-17yrs, 18+yrs City
Facility
Activity
Date & Time
Registration Opens
Registration Closes
Victoria
Prospect Lake
TBA
1:30pm-4:00pm
Mon, Sep 10, at noon
Fri, Sep 14, at noon
Victoria
Interactivity Board Game CafĂŠ
Board games!
Sunday, Nov 4, 5:00pm-6:30pm
Mon, Oct 8, at noon
Fri, Oct 12, at noon
Monthly Youth & Young Adult Program: Lower Mainland
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(Ages 13-17yrs, 18+) FALL 2018 MONTHLY YOUTH & YOUNG ADULT PROGRAM LOCATIONS & TIMES
13-17yrs City
Facility
Activity
Date & Time
Registration Opens
Registration Closes
Vancouver Tradeworks
Woodworking
Sat, Sept 22, 10:00am-12:00pm
Mon, Aug 13, at noon
Fri, Aug 17, at noon
Surrey
Port Kells Farms
Pumpkin Patch & Hay Maze
Sat, Oct 13, 10:00am-12:00pm
Mon, Sep 10, at noon
Fri, Sep 14, at noon
Burnaby
Microsoft Store— Metrotown
Microsoft 3D Paint Workshop
Sunday, Nov 4, 9:30am-11:00am
Monday, Oct 8, at noon
Fri, Oct 12, at noon
Registration Closes Fri, Aug 17, at noon
18+yrs City
Facility
Activity
Date & Time
Vancouver
Tradeworks
Woodworking
Sat, Sept 22, 12:15pm-2:15pm
Registration Opens Mon, Aug 13, at noon
Surrey
Port Kell Farms
Pumpkin Patch & Hay Maze
Sat, Oct 20, 10:00am-12:00pm
Mon, Sep 10, at noon
Fri, Sep 14, at noon
Burnaby
Microsoft Store, Metrotown
Microsoft 3D Paint Workshop
Sun, Nov 18, 9:30am-11:00am
Mon, Oct 8, at noon
Fri, Oct 12, at noon
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Music (ages 7-12 & 13-17)
The Music program, in partnership with Sarah McLachlan School of Music, offers children and youth with autism the opportunity to practice singing and to play basic percussion instruments in a group lesson format. Lessons are taught by experienced music instructors and supported by CAN staff and volunteers. FALL 2018 MUSIC LOCATIONS & TIMES City
Facility
Vancouver (7-12 yrs)
Sarah McLachlan School of Music
Vancouver (13-17 yrs)
Sarah McLachlan School of Music
Day of Week Monday
Time
Monday
7:30pm-8:30pm
5:30pm-6:15pm 6:30pm-7:15pm
Start End Date Date Oct 15, Dec 10, 2018 2018 Oct 15, Dec 10, 2018 2018
Online registration for the Music program is open to pending enrolment from Monday, August 20, at noon, to Friday, August 24, at noon.
Outdoor Rec Recreation (Ages 13-17 & 18+) Outdoor
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The Outdoor Recreation program, in partnership with Power to Be, offers youth and young adults with autism the opportunity to try a range of outdoor activities alongside peers and under the leadership of experienced instructors. Activities vary by season but may include hiking, rock climbing and paddling. A great chance to try new things, have fun and meet new people in your community. FALL 2018 OUTDOOR RECREATION LOCATIONS & TIMES City
Facility
Activity
Date & Time Thu , Sep 6,
Registration Opens Mon, Aug 14,
Registration Closes Fri, Aug 18,
North
Cates Park
Kayaking
5:00pm-7:00pm
at noon
at noon
Thu, Oct 11,
Mon, Sep 11,
Fri, Sep 15,
5:00pm-7:00pm
at noon
at noon
Indoor Rock
Thu, Nov 8,
Mon, Oct 9,
Fri, Oct 13,
Climbing
5:00pm-7:00pm
at noon
at noon
Bouldering
Thu, Dec 6,
Mon, Nov 13,
Fri, Nov 17,
5:00pm-7:00pm
at noon
at noon
Vancouver North
Grouse
Vancouver
Mountain
Coquitlam
Climb Base 5
North Vancouver
The Hive
Disc Golf
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Skate (Ages 3-6 & 7-12)
The Skate program provides participants with autism the opportunity to develop basic skate skills in a safe and supportive environment. This introductory program focuses on balance, control and agility.
Program Structure Duration: 30– minutes per week for 6 weeks Seasons: Fall, Winter Cost: $30.00 Siblings: No Session Structure: Warm-up, skill practice, group games See more here: Skate Activity Storybook Online registration for the fall skate program opens to pending enrolment from Monday, August 20, at noon, to Friday, August 24, at noon. For more information on fall multi-week program registration, please see p. 36.
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Skate (Ages 3-6) FALL 2018 SKATE LOCATIONS & TIMES City
Facility
Chemainus
Fuller Lake Arena
Day of Week Sunday
Time 2:00pm-2:30pm
Start Date Oct 14,
Finish Date Nov 25, 2018
2018 Cloverdale Coquitlam
Cloverdale Arena
Wednesday
4:45pm-5:15pm
Oct 17,
Nov 28, 2018
2018 Oct 13,
Nov 24, 2018
Poirier Sports and Leisure Centre
Saturday
2:30pm-3:00pm
2018
Ladner Leisure Centre
Thursday
3:00pm-3:30pm 5:30pm-6:00pm 6:00pm-6:30pm
2018
Capital News Centre Cliff McNabb Arena
Tuesday
5:30pm-6:00pm
Friday
4:30pm-5:00pm
Oct 16, 2018 Oct 12,
Port Coquitlam
Port Coquitlam Recreation Centre
Friday
5:45pm-6:15pm
2018 Oct 12,
Nov 23, 2018
Surrey
South Surrey Arena
Sunday
2018 Oct 14,
Nov 25, 2018
Sunset Community Centre
Thursday
5:30pm-6:00pm
2018 Oct 18,
Nov 22, 2018
6:00pm-6:30pm
2018
6:30pm-7:00pm 4:30pm-5:00pm
Oct 17,
Delta Kelowna Nanaimo
Vancouver
Victoria*
Juan da Fuca Recreation Centre
* Program has not yet been confirmed
Wednesday
9:45am10:15am
Oct 18,
2018
Nov 22, 2018 Nov 20, 2018 Nov 23, 2018
Nov 21, 2018
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Skate (Ages 7-12) FALL 2018 SKATE LOCATIONS & TIMES City
Facility
Day of Week
Time
Start Date
Finish Date
Chemainus
Fuller Lake Arena
Sunday
2:30pm-3:00pm
Oct 14,
Nov 25,
5:15pm-5:45pm
2018 Oct 17,
2018 Nov 28,
2018 Oct 13,
2018 Nov 24,
6:30pm-7:00pm
2018 Oct 18,
2018 Nov 22,
6:00pm-6:30pm 6:30pm-7:00pm 5:00pm-5:30pm
2018 Oct 16, 2018 Oct 12,
2018 Nov 20, 2018 Nov 23,
2018 Oct 12, 2018 Oct 14,
2018 Nov 23, 2018 Nov 25,
2018 Oct 13,
2018 Nov 24,
2018 Oct 17,
2018 Nov 21,
2018
2018
Cloverdale Coquitlam Delta Kelowna Nanaimo Port Coquitlam Surrey Vancouver Victoria*
Cloverdale Arena
Wednesday
Poirier Sports and Leisure Centre
Saturday
Ladner Leisure Centre
Thursday
Capital News Centre Cliff McNabb Arena
Tuesday
Port Coquitlam Recreation Centre North Surrey Arena Britannia Arena Juan da Fuca Recreation Centre
* Program has not yet been confirmed
Friday
3:30pm-4:00pm 4:00pm-4:30pm
Friday
6:15pm-6:45pm
Sunday
10:15am-10:45am 10:45am-11:15am
Saturday Wednesday
10:00am-10:30am 10:30am-11:00am 5:00pm-5:30pm
Swim (Ages 3-6, 7-12 & 13+) The purpose of the Swim program is to teach basic swimming and water safety skills to children, youth and young adults with autism in a safe and supportive environment. The objective of this program is to help participants develop swim and water safety skills that will assist them in enjoying a lifetime of water recreation pursuits.
The swim program will teach basic swimming and water safety skills under the nationally recognized Red Cross Swim program. All participants will work toward achieving a Red Cross report card that can eventually transfer to other community-based swim classes.
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Swim: Early Years (Ages 3-6) Early Years participants work on entries into the water, buoyancy and movement, bubbles, floats, and front and back swim. Games and songs will be incorporated throughout the lessons to create a fun environment that encourages increased comfort in the water!
Program Structure Duration: 30-minute sessions, 8 weeks Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring
Program Supports: High ratio of support provided by a certified swim instructor, trained support workers and dedicated volunteers.
Cost: $40.00
At Canucks Autism Network, we strive
Siblings: No
to meet the needs of each participant.
Session structure: Skill development, water safety awareness. Review the Swim Activity Storybook to help prepare.
For more information about the supports provided at our multi-week programs, please see page 36.
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Swim: Early Years
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(Ages 3-6)
FALL 2018 SWIM: EARLY YEARS LOCATIONS & TIMES City
Facility
Day of the
Time
Start Date
Finish Date
8:30am-9:00am,
Oct 13, 2018
Dec 8, 2018
Oct 14, 2018
Dec 9, 2018
Oct 14, 2018
Dec 9, 2018
Saturday
10:00am-10:30am 11:30am-12:00pm
Oct 13, 2018
Dec 8, 2018
Week
Burnaby
Edmonds
Saturday
Community Centre
9:00am-9:30am, 9:30am-10:00am, 10:00am-10:30am
Chilliwack
Cheam Leisure
Sunday
Centre Coquitlam
City Centre
1:30pm-2:00pm 2:00pm-2:30pm
Sunday
Aquatic Centre
8:00am-8:30am 8:30am-9:00am, 9:00am-9:30am, 9:30am-10:00am,
Duncan
Cowichan Aquatic Centre
Kamloops
Westsyde Pool
Sunday
11:30am-12:00pm
Oct 14, 2018
Dec 9, 2018
Kelowna
Parkinson
Sunday
5:00pm-5:30pm
Oct 14, 2018
Dec 9, 2018
Tuesday
5:00pm-5:30pm,
Oct 16, 2018
Dec 4, 2018
Recreation Centre Langley
Walnut Grove Community Centre
5:30pm-6:00pm, 6:00pm-6:30pm, 6:30pm-7:00pm
Mission
Mission Leisure
Saturday
4:30pm-5:00pm
Oct 13, 2018
Dec 8, 2018
Centre Nanaimo
Beban Pool
Saturday
5:30pm-6:00pm
Oct 12, 2018
Dec 7, 2018
Richmond
Minoru Aquatic
Sunday
11:30am-12:00pm
Oct 14, 2018
Dec 9, 2018
Centre
12:00pm-12:30pm 12:30pm-1:00pm
Swim: Early Years
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(Ages 3-6)
FALL 2018 SWIM: EARLY YEARS LOCATIONS & TIMES City
Facility
Day of the
Time
Start Date
Finish Date
5:30pm-6:00pm,
Oct 13, 2018
Dec 8, 2018
Oct 13, 2018
Dec 8, 2018
Oct 13, 2018
Dec 8, 2018
Week
Surrey
Surrey YMCA
Saturday
6:00pm-6:30pm Vancouver
Jewish Community
Saturday
Centre
6:30pm-7:00pm 12:00pm-12:30pm 12:30pm-1:00pm 1:00pm-1:30pm
Victoria
Juan de Fuca
Saturday
4:00pm-4:30pm
Recreation Centre
Online registration for the fall Swim program is open to pending enrolment from Monday, August 20, at noon, to Friday, August 24, at noon.
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Swim : Level 1 (Ages 7-12) This program focuses on foundational swim skills, while building confidence. Participants will work on skills including entering the water, shallow water movement, bubbles, submersions, rhythmic breathing, floats, glides and front swim for a distance of 5 meters. *Prerequisite: No previous swim experience required. Intended for participants working on the skills listed above.
Program Structure
Program Supports: High ratio of support
Duration: 30-minute sessions, 8 weeks
provided by a certified swim instructor,
Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring
trained support workers and dedicated
Cost: $40.00
volunteers.
Siblings: No Session structure: Skill development,
To prepare for the program in advance,
water safety awareness
please review the Swim Activity Storybook.
PLEASE NOTE: 
It is the responsibility of the parent/guardian/participant to register for the correct level. If the participant has not been placed correctly, he or she may or may not be permitted to transfer to an alternate level, based on program availability. If there are no spots available, the participant may be withdrawn from the program.

Please bring any previous swim report cards for the instructor on the first day.

With the high ratio of support provided, parents and other family members are asked to remain in the waiting area while the program is taking place.
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Swim : Level 1 (Ages 7-12) FALL 2018 SWIM LEVEL 1: LOCATIONS & TIMES City Burnaby
Chilliwack Duncan Kamloops Kelowna Langley
Mission Nanaimo Port Coquitlam Surrey
Vancouver* Victoria
Facility Edmonds Community Centre Cheam Leisure Centre
Day of the Week Saturday
Sunday
Cowichan Aquatic Centre
Saturday
Westsyde Pool
Sunday
Parkinson Recreation Centre
Sunday
W.C. Blair Recreation Centre
Friday
Mission Leisure Centre
Saturday
Beban Pool
Friday
Hyde Creek Recreation Centre
Sunday
Guilford Recreation Centre
Sunday
Jewish Community Centre
Saturday
Juan da Fuca Recreation Centre
Saturday
Time
Start
Finish
Date Oct 13,
Date Dec 8,
2018
2018
Oct 14,
Dec 9,
2018
2018
12:00pm-12:30pm
Oct 13,
Dec 8,
12:00pm-12:30pm
2017 Oct 14,
2018 Dec 9,
5:30pm-6:00pm
2018 Oct 14,
2018 Dec 9,
2018
2018
5:30pm-6:00pm, 6:00pm-6:30pm 6:30pm-7:00pm
Oct 12,
Dec 7,
2018
2018
5:00pm-5:30pm
Oct 13,
Dec 8,
6:00pm-6:30pm
2018 Oct 12,
2018 Dec 7,
2018 Oct 14,
2018 Dec 9,
11:30am-12:00pm, 12:00pm-12:30pm 12:30pm-1:00pm 2:30pm-3:00pm
11:30am-12:00pm, 12:00pm-12:30pm, 2018 12:30pm-1:00pm
2018
4:00pm-4:30pm 4:30pm-5:00pm 5:00pm-5:30pm
Oct 14,
Dec 9,
2018
2018
12:00pm-12:30pm
Oct 13,
Dec 8,
12:30pm-1:00pm
2018
2018
4:30pm-5:00pm
Oct 13,
Dec 8,
2018
2018
* Program has not yet been confirmed
Online registration for the fall swim program is open to pending enrolment from Monday, August 20, at noon, to Friday, August 24, at noon.
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Swim: Level 2 (Ages 7-12) This program will continue to build on the foundational skills completed in level 1, focusing on glides (front, back and roll over). Participants will continue to work on swim endurance with a distance of 10 meters. An introduction to deep water activities and life jackets will also be included. *Prerequisite: Participants must have passed Level I and/or are able to confidently and independently execute skills developed in Level I.
Program Structure
Program Supports: High ratio of support
Duration: 30-minute sessions, 8 weeks
provided by a certified swim instructor,
Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring
trained support workers and dedicated
Cost: $40.00
volunteers.
Siblings: No Session structure: Skill development,
To help prepare for this program, please
water safety awareness
review the Swim Activity Storybook.
PLEASE NOTE: 
It is the responsibility of the parent/guardian/participant to register for the correct level. If the participant has not been placed correctly, he or she may or may not be permitted to transfer to an alternate level, based on program availability. If there are no spots available, the participant may be withdrawn from the program.

Please bring any previous swim report cards for the instructor on the first day.

With the high ratio of support provided, parents and other family members are asked to remain in the waiting area while the program is taking place.
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Swim: Level 2 (Ages 7-12) FALL 2018 SWIM LEVEL 2: LOCATIONS & TIMES City Burnaby
Facility
Day of
Edmonds Recreation
the Week Saturday
Time
Start
Finish
1:00pm-1:30pm
Date Oct 13,
Date Dec 8,
2018
2018
Oct 14,
Dec 9,
2018
2018
Oct 12,
Dec 7,
2018
2018
5:30pm-6:00pm
Oct 13,
Dec 8,
6:30pm-7:00pm
2018 Oct 12,
2018 Dec 7,
1:00pm-1:30pm
2018 Oct 14,
2018 Dec 9,
2018
2018
Oct 14,
Dec 9,
2018
2018
12:30pm-1:00pm
Oct 13,
Dec 8,
1:00pm-1:30pm
2018
2018
Centre Kelowna
Parkinson Recreation
Sunday
6:00pm-6:30pm
Centre Langley
W.C Blair Recreation
Friday
7:00pm-7:30pm
Centre Mission Nanaimo
Mission Leisure Centre Beban Pool
Port
Hyde Creek Recreation
Coquitlam
Centre
Surrey
Guilford Recreation
Saturday Friday Sunday
Sunday
5:30pm-6:00pm
Centre Vancouver*
Jewish Community Centre
* Program has not yet been confirmed
Saturday
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Swim: Level 3 (Ages 7-12) This program will continue to expand on skills completed in level 2 adding in front glide/side glide combination, and increasing swim distance to 15 meters. Swimmers will spend a significant amount of time in the deep water practicing safety skills, as well as being introduced to sitting dive and deep water support. Prerequisite: Participants who have passed Level 2, and/or who are able to confidently and independently execute the skills developed in Level 2.
Program Structure
Program Supports: High ratio of support
Duration: 30 minute, 8 weeks
provided by a certified swim instructor,
Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring
trained support workers and dedicated
Cost: $40.00
volunteers.
Siblings: No
At Canucks Autism Network, we strive to
Session structure: Skill development,
meet the needs of each participant. For more
water safety awareness - see more in
information about the supports provided at
the Swim Activity Storybook.
our multi-week programs, please see p. 36.
FALL 2018 CHILDREN’S SWIM LEVEL 3: LOCATIONS & TIMES City
Facility
Day of the
Time
Start Date
Finish Date
Port
Hyde Creek
Week Sunday
1:30pm-2:00pm
Oct 14, 2018
Dec 9, 2018
Coquitlam
Recreation Centre
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Swim: Youth & Young Adult (Ages 13+) The 13+yrs swim program focuses on water safety, introductory swim skills, and fitness. Red Cross Swim Basic I lessons are taught to the group by certified Red Cross Water Safety Instructors and adaptations are provided where required. A great opportunity to improve swimming skills, meet new people and increase fitness level. Program Structure
Session structure: Skill development, water safety awareness
Duration: 45 minutes, 8 weeks Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring
Program Supports: High ratio of support provided by a certified swim instructor, trained support workers and dedicated volunteers.
Cost: $60.00 Siblings: No
FALL 2018 SWIM: YOUTH & YOUNG ADULT LOCATIONS & TIMES City Burnaby
Facility
Day of
Time
Start Date
Finish Date
Edmonds
the Week Sunday
5:30pm-6:15pm
Oct 14, 2018
Dec 9, 2018
Recreation Centre
6:15pm-7:00pm 7:00pm-7:45pm
Duncan
Cowichan
Saturday
12:30pm-1:00pm
Oct 13, 2018
Dec 8, 2018
Kamloops
Aquatic Centre Westsyde Pool
Sunday
12:30-1:00pm
Oct 14, 2018
Dec 9, 2018
Kelowna
Centre Parkinson
Sunday
6:30pm-7:15pm
Oct 14, 2018
Dec 9, 2018
Port
Recreation Centre Hyde Creek
Sunday
2:00pm-2:45pm
Oct 14, 2018
Dec 9, 2018
Coquitlam Surrey
Recreation Centre Surrey YMCA
Friday
and Fitness
*All program information is subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please check canucksautism.ca.
7:00pm-7:45pm
Oct 12, 2018
Dec 7, 2018
Oct 13, 2018
Dec 8, 2018
7:45pm-8:30pm 8:30pm-9:15pm Victoria
Juan da Fuca Recreation Centre
Saturday
5:00pm-5:45pm
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Weekly Youth & Young Adult Program
(Ages 13-17, 18+)
The purpose of the Weekly Youth and Young Adult Groups are to offer the opportunity for youth and young adults with autism to get together and have a good time in a safe and supportive environment. Activities vary but may include games nights, outings to restaurants or physical activity nights. Have fun, meet new people and get out in your community with support from friendly peers. Program Structure Duration: 90 minute sessions, 6 weeks Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring Cost: No cost Siblings: No Session Structure: Activities vary each week
FALL 2018 WEEKLY YOUTH & YOUNG ADULT PROGRAM LOCATIONS City
Facility
Day of the
Kelowna*
Martin Avenue
Week TBC
(13-17 yrs, 18+yrs)
Community Centre
North Vancouver
Harry Jerome Rec
(18+) Surrey
Centre Guildford
(13-17yrs) Vancouver
Recreation Centre Britannia
(13-17yrs) Vancouver
Community Centre Britannia
(18+)
Community Centre
* Program has not yet been confirmed
Time
Start
Finish
4:30pm-
Date TBC
Date TBC
6:00pm Monday
6:30pm-
Oct 15,
Nov 26,
Wednesday
8:00pm 6:30pm-
2018 Oct 10,
2018 Nov 21,
Wednesday
8:00pm 4:45pm-
2018 Oct 10,
2018 Nov 21,
Wednesday
6:15pm 6:30pm-
2018 Oct 10,
2018 Nov 21,
8:00pm
2018
2018
Additional Information
Parent Collaboration At Canucks Autism Network (CAN), we strive to meet the needs of each participant through parent collaboration. Our staff receive training on a variety of support strategies for children, youth and young adults with autism. Please do not hesitate to speak with coaches and support staff about strategies to use with your child (e.g. Visual schedules, first-then boards, token systems, social stories, etc.). Online Program Registration For the majority of our programs, we use a registration process called Pending Enrolment. This means that spots are not provided on a first-come, first-served basis, and that requests received are pending confirmation. All those who submit registration requests during the online registration period, will be notified of their updated registration status within seven days of registration closing. The Pending Enrolment registration process is used so that we can accommodate as many unique individuals into CAN programs throughout the year as possible. It also allows for more participants to have the opportunity to try new programs and activities. Due to the high demand for CAN programs, confirmed enrolment is not guaranteed.
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Additional Information FOR PROGRAM SUPPORT Program Support at Multi-Week Programs Participants are supported by trained program coaches, experienced support workers and dedicated volunteers We strive to meet the needs of each participant and encourage parents to speak with program coaches and staff about useful support strategies such as visual schedules, first-then boards, token systems, activity storybooks, etc. FOR REGISTRATION Fall Multi-Week Program Registration Process Online registration is open to CAN members from Monday, August 20, at noon, to Friday, August 24 at noon. All registration requests will have a status of PENDING, meaning that there are no spots available on a first-come, first-served basis. All those who submit online registration requests during the registration period will be notified of their updated registration status by the end of day on Friday, August 31. Those who miss the online registration period may request to be added to a program waitlist by emailing info@canucksautism.ca, with the participant’s name and age, as well as the program name, location, and time. IMPORTANT REMINDERS The registration system has a ranking feature that allows participants to identify the order of preference for program requests. While we do our best to accommodate preferences, they are NOT guaranteed. Due to the high interest in programs, we anticipate that we will not be able to accommodate all those interested in attending. Our goal is to accommodate as many unique individuals as possible throughout the year, while providing participants with the opportunity to try new activities.
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Payment Options
PROGRAM FEES Once a participant is confirmed into a program with a fee, we will follow-up with payment details. Accepted methods of payment include:
Credit Card Autism Funding Participants ages 6-18yrs are able to submit a Request to Pay form to Autism Funding for the program fee. For participants 5yrs and younger, parents/guardians are encouraged to contact Autism Funding to inquire about eligibility of program fee being covered through a participant’s funding. Cheque Cash Additional Payment Options Along with the payment options listed above, CAN is open to working with participants to collect program fee payments through additional routes, including bursaries CAN Fee Assistance Program CAN does not wish a program fee to act as a barrier to participation in a CAN program and has created a fee assistance program to help alleviate these barriers for participants needing assistance. For participants confirmed into a program with an associated fee, parents may email info@canucksautism.ca to request an application form and more information about the CAN Fee Assistance Program.
Additional specifics on how to process these fees will be provided to participants for participants confirmed into programs.
Thank you to our Sponsors
I CAN BE ACTIVE Proudly supported by:
I CAN PLAY SPORTS Proudly supported by:
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Thank you to our Sponsors I CAN SWIM Proudly supported by:
I CAN SKATE Proudly supported by:
SOCIAL PROGRAMS Proudly supported by:
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1788 West 8th Avenue Vancouver, BC Canada V6J 1V6 P: 604-685-4049 E: info@canucksautism.ca