Canucks Autism Network - Winter 2018 Leisure Guide

Winter Leisure Guide January - March 2018

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Canucks Autism Network — Winter 2018

Programs by Location

VANCOUVER ISLAND

INTERIOR

Chemainus

Kamloops

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Skate (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs) *NEW!

Duncan

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I CAN Be Active (3-6yrs)

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I CAN Play Sports (7-12yrs)

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Family Event (All Ages)

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Monthly Social Group for Youth (13-17yrs)*NEW!

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Swim (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs, 13+yrs)

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Swim (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs, 13+yrs)

Nanaimo

Kelowna

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Family Event (All Ages)

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I CAN Be Active (3-6yrs)

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I CAN Be Active (3-6yrs)

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I CAN Play Sports (7-12yrs)

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I CAN Play Sports (7-12yrs)

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Skate (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs)

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Monthly Social Group for Youth (13-17yrs) *NEW!

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Swim (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs, 13+yrs)

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Monthly Social Group for Young Adults (18+yrs) *NEW!

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Weekly Youth Program—Social (13-17yrs)

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Skate (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs)

West Kelowna

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Swim (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs)

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I CAN Play Sports (7-12yrs)*NEW!

Shawnigan Lake 

I CAN Be Active (3-6yrs)

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I CAN Play Sports (7-12yrs)

Victoria 

I CAN Be Active (3-6yrs)

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I CAN Play Sports (7-12yrs)

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Skate (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs)

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Swim (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs, 13+yrs)

For CAN members, online registration for weekly sports and recreation programs takes place during the week of Monday, November 20th, at noon - Friday, November 24th, at noon.

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Canucks Autism Network — Winter 2018

Programs by Location

LOWER MAINLAND Abbotsford

Port Coquitlam 

I CAN Be Active (3-6yrs)

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I CAN Be Active (3-6yrs)

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I CAN Play Sports (7-12yrs)

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I CAN Play Sports (7-12yrs)

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Skate (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs)

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Monthly Social Group for Youth (13-17yrs)

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Swim (7-12yrs, 13+yrs)

Burnaby

Richmond

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Gymnastics (7-12yrs)

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Skate (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs)

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I CAN Be Active (3-6yrs)

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Swim (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs)

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I CAN Play Sports (7-12yrs)

Surrey



Swim (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs, 13+yrs)

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Family Event (All Ages)

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I CAN Be Active (3-6yrs)

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I CAN Play Sports (7-12yrs)

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Skate (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs)

Chilliwack 

Swim (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs)

Coquitlam 

Outdoor Rec (13-17yrs, 18yrs)

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Swim (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs, 13+yrs)

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Swim (3-6yrs)

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Weekly Social Program—Youth(13-17yrs)

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Weekly Fitness Program (13-17yrs, 18+yrs)

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Monthly Social Group for Youth (13-17yrs)

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Monthly Social Group for Young Adults (18+yrs)

Delta 

Gymnastics (7-12yrs)

Langley 

Gymnastics (7-12yrs) *NEW!

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I CAN Be Active (3-6yrs)

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I CAN Play Sports (7-12yrs)

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Swim (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs)

Maple Ridge

Vancouver 

CommunityWorks Canada ® (15-21yrs)

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Family Event (All Ages)

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I CAN Be Active (3-6yrs)

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I CAN Play Sports (7-12yrs)

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Skate (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs)

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I CAN Be Active (3-6yrs)



Swim (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs)

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I CAN Play Sports (7-12yrs)

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Weekly Social Program—Youth (13-17yrs)

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Weekly Social Program—Young Adult (18+yrs)

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Monthly Social Group for Youth (13-17yrs)

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Monthly Social Group for Young Adults (18+yrs)

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Music (9-12yrs, 13-17yrs)

Mission 

Swim (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs)*NEW!

New Westminster 

Gymnastics (7-12yrs)

North Vancouver 

Weekly Young Adult Program—Social (18+yrs)

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Outdoor Rec (13-17yrs, 18+yrs)

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About Canucks Autism Network Canucks Autism Network (CAN) provides high-quality, adaptive sports, recreational, social and arts programming 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 administer programs in safe and supportive environments.

Interested in signing up for CAN programs?

Individuals and families living with autism 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.

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.

WINTER PROGRAM

AGE

CommunityWorks CanadaÂŽ

15-21yrs

Family Events

All Ages

Fitness

13-17yrs, 18+yrs

Gymnastics*

7-12yrs

I CAN Be Active

3-6yrs

I CAN Play Sports*

7-12yrs

Monthly Social Group for Youth & Young Adults*

13-17yrs, 18+yrs

Music*

9-12yrs, 13-17yrs

Outdoor Rec

13-17yrs, 18+yrs

Skate*

3-12yrs

Swim

3-6yrs, 7-12yrs, 13+yrs

Weekly Social Group for Youth & Young Adults

13-17yrs, 18+yrs

*Please be sure to see full details about changes in participants age ranges for these programs on their respective pages.

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.

COMMUNITYWORKS CANADA® (AGES 15-21)

The CommunityWorks Canada® program provides opportunities for youth with autism, ages 15-21, to volunteer alongside typical peers in a variety of community settings while developing work skills and building communication and social skills. The program is funded in part by the Government of Canada's Opportunities Fund for Persons with Disabilities Program, and is offered by the Canucks Autism Network as part of a new federally funded national project called Worktopia. Previous sessions have been at Science World, Union Gospel Mission, Canuck Place, and community gardens.

WINTER COMMUNITYWORKS CANADA® LOCATIONS & TIMES* City

Activity

Day of the Week

Time

Start Date

Finish Date

Vancouver

Various

Saturday

9:30am-12:00pm

January 6, 2018

March 24, 2018

*All program information is subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit canucksautism.ca.

Winter 2018 CommunityWorks Canada® Registration Interested in signing up for CommunityWorks Canada®?

Individuals and families living with autism must first sign up for an online CAN Participant Membership. Please visit https://canucksautismprograms.ca, to begin this process.

Already a member?

Online registration takes place during the week of Monday, November 20th at noon - Friday, November 24th at noon. All registrations will be to PENDING ENROLMENT ONLY – this means that no spots are allocated on a firstcome, first-served basis. After online registration closes, the CAN staff will review the lists of those interested and will email all participants regarding their registration status by the end of the day on Friday, December 1st. Please keep in mind that the Canucks Autism Network aims to accommodate as many unique individuals into our

programs as possible, and that ENROLMENT is not guaranteed for any participant)

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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 family nature of the events 1:1 support is not available; however, each family event is supported by many helpful volunteers.

WINTER 2018 FAMILY EVENT LOCATIONS & TIMES* City Duncan

Facility Caprice Theatre

Activity Movie Matinee

Date & Time

Registration

Registration

Sun, Jan 28, 2018

Opens Closes Keep an eye out for an update in the January newsletter

Surrey Surrey Nanaimo

Vancouver

SkyZone Hollywood 3 Cinema Beban Park Pool

The Tea House

Family Bounce Movie Matinee Family Swim

Easter Breakfast

Mon, Feb 5, 2018 6:00pm-9:00pm Sun, Feb 18, 2018 Sun, Feb 25, 2018 1:30PM-3:30PM

Sat, Mar, 17, 2018 8:00am-10:00am

Mon, Jan, 15,

Fri, Jan 19, at

at noon Mon Feb 5 at

noon Fri Feb 9 at

noon noon Keep an eye out for an update in the February newsletter

Mon, Feb 26,

Fri, Mar 2, at

at noon

noon

*All program information is subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit canucksautism.ca.

Winter 2018 Family Event Registration

Interested in signing up for Family Events?

Individuals and families living with autism must first sign up for an online CAN Participant Membership. Please visit https://canucksautismprograms.ca, to begin this process. Family events are updated to the program webpage as they are confirmed. Members are encouraged to read CAN's monthly email newsletter, which provides information about the upcoming month's programs and registration dates.

Interested in learning more about Family Events that take place throughout the year?

Program details and registration dates vary for each event. Please visit the program page for the latest information.

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FITNESS

(AGES 13-17, 18+)

The purpose of the I CAN Get Fit program is to offer youth and adults with autism the opportunity to participate in a fitness class designed to promote physical and social development in a safe and supportive environment.

Program Structure & Supports Each session of the fitness program consists of 90-minute fitness lessons, once per week, for multiple weeks. Fitness lessons will focus on aerobic endurance, strength, and flexibility and will include individual, partner, and group exercises. Sessions for this program takes place three times during the year; winter (mid-October to lateNovember), winter (late-January to early-

March), and spring (mid-April to late-May).

WINTER 2018 I CAN GET FIT LOCATIONS & TIMES* City

Facility

Day of Week

Time

Start Date

Finish Date

Coquitlam

Pinetree Community

Sunday

11:30am-12:30pm

Jan 14, 2018

Feb 25, 2018

(13-17yrs, 18+yrs)

Centre

*All program information is subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit canucksautism.ca.

Winter 2018 Fitness Program Registration Interested in signing up for this session of the I CAN Get Fit program?

Individuals and families living with autism must first sign up for an online CAN Participant Membership. Please visit https://canucksautismprograms.ca, to begin this process.

Already a member?

Online registration takes place during the week of Monday, November 20th at noon - Friday, November 24th at noon. All registrations will be to PENDING ENROLMENT ONLY – this means that no spots are allocated on a firstcome, first-served basis. After online registration closes, the CAN staff will review the lists of those interested and will email all participants regarding their registration status by the end of the day on Friday, December 1st .

Please keep in mind that the Canucks Autism Network aims to accommodate as many unique individuals into our programs as possible, and that ENROLMENT is not guaranteed for any participant.

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I CAN DO 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. Through a variety of activities the program will focus on basic gymnastics skills, as well as general gym safety. Participants will be able to gain exposure to all of the typical equipment found in a gymnastics facility, such as floor, beam, bars, rings and trampoline.

Program Structure & Supports Each session of the I CAN Do Gymnastics program consists of 60 minute lessons, once per week, for multiple weeks. Lessons include circuit style activities, individual or small group skill practice, and group games. Sessions for this program takes place three times during the year; winter (mid-October to late November), winter (late January to early March), and spring (mid-April to late May).

Participants are supported by trained program coaches, experienced support workers, and dedicated volunteers.

Canucks Autism Network strives to meet the needs of each participant and encourages parents to speak with the program coaches and staff about useful support strategies for their child such as visual schedules, first-then boards, token systems, social stories, etc.

Canucks Autism Network (CAN) is excited to be providing this program in partnership with Cameron Recreation Centre, Delta Gymnastics Society and Royal City Cheer. Each facility will provide qualified gymnastics coaches to oversee the lessons and work in collaboration with CAN to make adaptations to curriculum to ensure the success of participants.

Access our Gymnastics Activity Storybook to help prepare your child for the program.

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I CAN DO GYMNASTICS (ages 7-12)

GYMNASTICS PROGRAM FEE The Gymnastics program has a subsidized fee of $10/hr ($60 for a six-week session) for participants confirmed into the program. Participants enrolled into a program with an associated fee will be provided additional details on how to process this fee. For a list of payment options, please check Payment Options .

WINTER 2018 GYMNASTICS LOCATIONS & TIMES* City

Facility

Day of

Time

Start Date

Finish Date

6:00pm-7:00pm;

Jan 13, 2018

Feb 24, 2018

Jan 14, 2018

Feb 25, 2018

Jan 14, 2018

Feb 25, 2018

Jan 14, 2018

Feb 25, 2018

Week Burnaby

Cameron Recreation

Saturday

7:00pm-8:00pm

Centre Delta

Delta Gymnastics

Sunday

6:30pm-7:30pm; 7:30pm-8:30pm

Langley

Langley Gymnastics

Sunday

8:00am-9:00am;

9:00am-10:00am New Westminster

Royal City Cheer

Sunday

9:00am-10:00am; 10:00am-11:00am

*All program information is subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit: canucksautism.ca.

Winter 2018 Gymnastics Program Registration Interested in signing up for this session of the Gymnastics program?

Individuals and families living with autism must first sign up for an online CAN Participant Membership. Please visit https://canucksautismprograms.ca, to begin this process.

Already a member?

Online registration takes place during the week of Monday, November 20th at noon - Friday, November 24th at noon. All registrations will be to PENDING ENROLMENT ONLY – this means that no spots are allocated on a firstcome, first-served basis. After online registration closes, the CAN staff will review the lists of those interested and will email all participants regarding their registration status by the end of the day on Friday, December 1st .

Please keep in mind that the Canucks Autism Network aims to accommodate as many unique individuals into our programs as possible, and that ENROLMENT is not guaranteed for any participant.

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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 fundamental movement 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 physical literacy through

games.

Program Structure & Supports Each session of the I CAN Be Active program consists of 45 minute lessons, once per week, for multiple weeks.

Sessions for this program take place three times during the year; winter (mid-October to late-November), winter (late-January to early-March), and spring (mid-April to late-May). Lessons each week include a warm-up, group games and individual skill practice that work on fundamental movement and sports skills.

At Canucks Autism Network, we strive to meet the needs of each participant. The program is supported by trained staff, experienced support workers and dedicated volunteers. Our staff receive training on a variety of support strategies for children and youth with autism. Please do not hesitate to collaborate and 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.)

Canucks Autism Network has prepared a social storybook for those families who may find it helpful. Access the Physical Literacy Activity Storybook to help prepare your child for the program.

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I CAN BE ACTIVE

(ages 3-6)

WINTER 2018 I CAN BE ACTIVE LOCATIONS & TIMES* City

Facility

Day of Week

Time

Start Date

Finish Date

Abbotsford

Abbotsford Recreation Centre

Thursday

5:15pm-6:00pm

Jan 18, 2018

Feb 22, 2018

Burnaby

Edmonds Community Centre

Tuesday

6:15pm-7:00pm

Jan 16, 2018

Feb 20, 2018

Kamloops

Beattie Elementary School

Tuesday

5:30pm-6:15pm

Jan 16, 2018

Feb 20, 2018

Kelowna

Parkinson Recreation Centre

Sunday

6:00pm-6:45pm

Jan 14, 2018

Feb 25, 2018

Langley

Walnut Grove Recreation

Sunday

1:15pm-2:00pm

Jan 14, 2018

Feb 25, 2018

Centre Maple Ridge

Maple Ridge Leisure Centre

Sunday

9:45am-10:30am

Jan 14, 2018

Feb 25, 2018

Nanaimo

Fairview Community School

Tuesday

4:30pm-5:30pm

Jan 16, 2018

Feb 26, 2018

Port Coquitlam

Hyde Creek Recreation Centre

Wednesday

5:30pm-6:15pm

Jan 17, 2018

Feb 21, 2018

Shawnigan

Shawnigan Lake School

Monday

6:30pm-7:30pm

Jan 15, 2018

Feb 26, 2018

Fraser Heights Recreation

Sunday

3:45pm-4:30pm;

Jan 14, 2018

Feb 25, 2018

Jan 15, 2018

Feb 26, 2018

Jan 13, 2018

Feb 24, 2018

Lake Surrey

Centre Vancouver

Britannia Community Centre

4:30pm-5:15pm Monday

5:15pm-6:00pm; 6:00pm-6:15pm

Victoria

Royal Oak Middle School

Saturday

1:15pm-2:00pm

*All program information is subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit: canucksautism.ca.

Winter 2018 I CAN Be Active Program Registration Interested in signing up for this session of the I CAN Be Active program?

Individuals and families living with autism must first sign up for an online CAN Participant Membership. Please visit https://canucksautismprograms.ca, to begin this process.

Already a member?

Online registration takes place during the week of Monday, November 20th at noon - Friday, November 24th at noon. All registrations will be to PENDING ENROLMENT ONLY – this means that no spots are allocated on a firstcome, first-served basis. After online registration closes, the CAN staff will review the lists of those interested and will email all participants regarding their registration status by the end of the day on Friday, December 1st .

Please keep in mind that the Canucks Autism Network aims to accommodate as many unique individuals into our programs as possible, and that ENROLMENT is not guaranteed for any participant.

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I CAN PLAY SPORTS

(ages 7-12)

An introduction to soccer, basketball, and gym-based games (formerly known as the Basketball and Soccer Programs) 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 fundamental movement

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 & Supports Each session of the I CAN Play Sports program consists of 60 minute lessons, once per week, for multiple weeks.

Sessions for this program take place three times during the year; winter (mid-October to late November), winter (late January to early March), and spring (mid-April to late May). Each week, lessons will include a mix of individual practice and group games that work on skills relating to physical literacy, soccer and basketball. These activities help to develop basic movement skills used in a variety of sports settings.

At Canucks Autism Network, we strive to meet the needs of each participant. The program is supported by trained coaches, experienced support workers and dedicated volunteers. Our staff receive training on a variety of support strategies for children and youth with autism. Please do not hesitate to collaborate and 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.)

Canucks Autism Network has prepared a social storybook for those families who may find it helpful. Access

the Physical Literacy Activity Storybook to help prepare your child for the program.

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I CAN PLAY SPORTS

(ages 7-12)

WINTER 2018 I CAN PLAY SPORTS LOCATIONS & TIMES* City

Facility

Day of Week

Time

Start Date

Finish Date

Abbotsford

Abbotsford Recreation Centre

Thursday

6:00pm-7:00pm

Jan 18, 2018

Feb 22, 2018

Burnaby

Edmonds Community Centre

Tuesday

7:00pm-8:00pm

Jan 16, 2018

Feb 20, 2018

Kamloops

Beattie Elementary School

Monday

5:30pm-6:30pm

Jan 15, 2018

Feb 26, 2018

6:45pm-7:45pm Kelowna

Parkinson Recreation Centre

Sunday

6:45pm-7:45pm

Jan 14, 2018

Feb 25, 2018

Langley

Walnut Grove Recreation Centre

Sunday

2:00pm-3:00pm;

Jan 14, 2018

Feb 25, 2018

Jan 14, 2018

Feb 25, 2018

3:00pm-4:00pm Maple Ridge

Maple Ridge Leisure Centre

Sunday

10:30am11:30am

Nanaimo

Fairview Community School

Tuesday

4:30pm-5:30pm

Jan 16, 2018

Feb 20, 2018

Port Coquitlam

Hyde Creek Recreation Centre

Wednesday

6:15pm-7:15pm

Jan 17, 2018

Feb 21, 2018

Shawnigan

Shawnigan Lake School

Monday

6:30pm-7:30pm

Jan 15, 2018

Feb 26, 2018

Surrey YMCA

Sunday

4:00pm-5:00pm

Jan 14, 2018

Feb 25, 2018

Jan 15, 2018

Feb 26, 2018

Jan 13, 2018

Feb 24, 2018

Jan 15, 2018

Feb 26, 2018

Lake Surrey

5:00pm-6:00pm Vancouver

Britannia Community Centre

Monday

6:45pm-7:45pm 7:45pm-8:45pm

Victoria

Royal Oak Middle School

Saturday

2:00pm-3:00pm; 3:00pm-4:00pm

West Kelowna

Mar Jok Elementary Scchool

Monday

5:30pm-6:30pm

*All program information is subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit canucksautism.ca.

Winter 2018 I CAN Play Sports Program Registration Interested in signing up for a session of the I CAN Play Sports program?

Online registration takes place during the week of Monday, November 20th at noon - Friday, November 24th at noon. All registrations will be to PENDING ENROLMENT ONLY – this means that no spots are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. After online registration closes, the CAN staff will review the lists of those interested and will email all participants regarding their registration status by the end of the day on Friday, December 1st .

Please keep in mind that the Canucks Autism Network aims to accommodate as many unique individuals into our programs as possible, and that ENROLMENT is not guaranteed for any participant.

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MONTHLY SOCIAL GROUP: FOR YOUTH (ages 13-17)

The purpose of the monthly social group is to offer the opportunity for youth with autism between the ages of 13-17 to get together and have a good time in a safe and supportive environment. The events change each month to offer a range of fun, age appropriate activities for participants to experience with their peers.

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.

WINTER 2018 MONTHLY SOCIAL GROUP FOR YOUTH LOCATIONS & TIMES* Lower Mainland: City

Facility

Activity

Date & Time

Registration Opens

Registration Closes

Surrey

4Cats

Create a clay

Sun, Jan 21, 2018,

Mon, Dec 11, at

Fri, Dec 15, at

emoji mug

3:30pm-5:00pm

noon

noon

Microsoft Store—

Get creative with

Sun, Feb 4, 2018

Mon, Jan 8, at

Fri, Jan 12, at

Pacific Centre

the Microsoft

9:00am-10:30am

noon

noon

Sat, Mar 10, 2018

Mon, Feb 12, at

Fri, Feb 16, at

6:45pm-9:00pm

noon

noon.

Vancouver

Paint 3D program Vancouver

Vancouver

Intro to curling!

Curling Club

City Abbotsford

Facility Matsqui Recreation Centre

Abbotsford

Matsqui

Activity

Registration

Registration

Opens

Closes

Superhero— theme night!

Fri, Jan 12, 2018,

Mon, Dec 11, at

Fri, Dec 15, at

6:00pm-7:30pm

noon

noon

Dance party!

Fri, Feb 2, 2018,

Mon, Jan 8, at

Fri, Jan 12, at

6:00pm-7:30pm

noon

noon

Recreation Centre Abbotsford

Date & Time

Matsqui

Dinner at Boston

Fri, Mar 2, 2018,

Mon, Feb 12, at

Fri, Feb 16, at

Recreation Centre

Pizza!

6:00pm-7:30pm

noon

noon.

Interior: City Kamloops

Facility Kamloops Curling Club

Kamloops

Kamloops Curling

Activity

Registration

Registration

Opens

Closes

Superhero— theme night!

Sun, Feb 4, 2018,

Mon, Jan 8, at

Fri, Jan 12, at

1:00pm-2:30pm

noon

noon

Dance party!

Sun, Mar 4, 2018,

Mon, Feb 12, at

Fri, Feb 16, at

1:00pm-2:30pm

noon

noon.

Club Kamloops

Date & Time

Kamloops Curling

Dinner at Boston

Sun, Apr 8, 2018,

Mon, Mar 5, at

Fri, Mar 9, at

Club

Pizza!

1:00pm-2:30pm

noon

noon.

*All program information is subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit canucksautism.ca.

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MONTHLY SOCIAL GROUP: FOR YOUNG ADULTS

(ages 18+)

WINTER 2018 MONTHLY SOCIAL GROUP FOR YOUNG ADULTS LOCATIONS & TIMES* Lower Mainland: City

Facility

Vancouver

Vancouver

Activity

Date & Time

Registration

Opens

Closes

Microsoft

Get creative with the

Sun, Jan 28, 2018,

Mon, Dec 11,

Fri, Dec 15, at

Store—Pacific

Microsoft Paint 3D

9:00am-10:30am

at noon

noon

Centre

program

Vancouver

Intro to curling!

Sat, Feb 3, 2018

Mon, Jan 8,

Fri, Jan 12, at

11:15am-1:30pm

at noon

noon

Sun, Mar 4, 2018,

Mon, Feb 12,

Fri, Feb 16,

3:30pm-5:00pm

at noon

at noon.

Curling Club Surrey

Registration

4 Cats

Create a clay emoji mug

Nanaimo (13-17yrs, 18+yrs): City

Facility

Activity

Date & Time

Registration Opens

Registration Closes

Nanaimo

Nanaimo Aquatic

Superhero— theme night!

Sat, Jan 27, 2018

Mon, Dec 11, at

Fri, Dec 15, at

7:00pm-8:30pm

noon

noon

Dance party!

Sat, Feb 24, 2018

Mon, Jan 8, at

Fri, Jan 12, at

7:00pm-8:30pm

noon

noon

Centre Nanaimo

Nanaimo Aquatic Centre

Nanaimo

Nanaimo Aquatic

Tropic Themed

Sat, Mar 24, 2018

Mon, Feb 12, at

Fri, Feb 16, at

Centre

Night!

7:00pm-8:30pm

noon

noon.

*All program information is subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit canucksautism.ca.

Winter 2018 Monthly Social Group Program Registration Interested in signing up for a session of the Monthly Social Group program?

Individuals and families living with autism must first sign up for an online CAN Participant Membership.

Please visit https://canucksautismprograms.ca, to begin this process.

Interested in learning more about other Monthly Social Group events that take place throughout the year?

Programs and registration dates will vary for each event throughout the year, please visit program page for the latest information.

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MUSIC

(ages 7-12, 13-17)

The purpose of the music program is to provide participants with instruction to choral style singing and the use of basic percussion instruments in a group lesson format.

Program Structure & Supports Music lessons are directed by the Sarah McLachlan School of Music and supported by Canucks Autism Network staff and volunteers. Each lesson consists of 8-10 participants who may be split into smaller groups. Participants are provided with a high ratio of support (1:1 or 2:1 available if needed).

WINTER 2018 MUSIC LOCATIONS & TIMES* City

Facility

Vancouver (7-12 yrs)

Sarah McLachlan

Day of Week Wednesday

School of Music Vancouver (13-17 yrs)

Sarah McLachlan

Time

Start Date

End Date

5:30pm-6:15pm,

Jan 17, 2018

Mar 14, 2018

Jan 17, 2018

Mar 14, 2018

6:30pm-7:15pm Wednesday

7:15pm-8:15pm

School of Music *All program information is subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit: canucksautism.ca.

Winter 2018 Music Program Registration Interested in signing up for this session of the Music program?

Individuals and families living with autism must first sign up for an online CAN Participant Membership. Please visit https://canucksautismprograms.ca, to begin this process.

Online registration takes place during the week of Monday, November 20th at noon - Friday, November 24th at noon. All registrations will be to PENDING ENROLMENT ONLY – this means that no spots are allocated on a firstcome, first-served basis. After online registration closes, the CAN staff will review the lists of those interested and will email all participants regarding their registration status by the end of the day on Friday, December 1st .

Please keep in mind that the Canucks Autism Network aims to accommodate as many unique individuals into our programs as possible, and that ENROLMENT is not guaranteed for any participant.

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Outdoor Rec REC O UTDOOR (ages 13-17, 18+)

The purpose of the Outdoor Rec program, in partnership with Power to Be, is to offer youth and adults with autism the opportunity to enjoy a variety of outdoor activities in a safe and supportive environment.

Program Structure & Supports The Outdoor Rec program is led by Power to Be, and participants are highly supported by trained CAN staff and dedicated volunteers. Activities vary month-to-month, and may include hiking, kayaking, snowshoeing, geocaching, and more. CAN and Power To Be will be working in collaboration to provide high quality, outdoor recreation activities in a safe and fun environment.

WINTER 2018 OUTDOOR REC LOCATIONS & TIMES* City North

Facility The Hive

Vancouver (13-17 yrs, 18+yrs) North

Grouse

Vancouver

Mountain

Coquitlam

Climb Base 5

(13-17 yrs, 18+yrs)

Activity

Date & Time

Registration

Registration

Opens

Closes

Indoor

Thurs, Jan 11, 2018,

Mon, Dec 11,

Fri, Dec 15, at

Bouldering

5:00pm-7:30pm

at noon

noon

Snowshoeing

Thurs, Feb 8, 2018,

Mon, Jan 8, at

Fri, Jan 12, at

5:00pm-7:30pm

noon

noon

Indoor Rock

Thurs, Mar 8, 2018,

Mon, Feb 12, at

Fri, Feb 16, at

Climbing

5:00pm-7:30pm

noon

noon.

*All program information is subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit canucksautism.ca.

Winter 2018 Outdoor Rec Program Registration Interested in signing up for a session of the Outdoor Rec program?

Individuals and families living with autism must first sign up for an online CAN Participant Membership. Please visit https://canucksautismprograms.ca, to begin this process.

Interested in learning more about other Outdoor Rec programs that take place throughout the year?

Activities and registration dates vary throughout the year. Please visit the program page for the latest information.

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I CAN SKATE (ages 3-12)

The purpose of the I CAN Skate program is to teach skating skills to children and youth with autism in a safe and supportive environment.

The skate program introduces participants to

basic skating skills such as marching, stopping, moving forward and gliding. For those with more experience, skills will be adapted to challenge participants with skills such as skating backwards, sculling, turns, jumping and increasing speed.

SKATE PROGRAM FEE The Skate program has a subsidized fee of $10/hr ($30 total for a six-week skate session) for participants confirmed into the program. Participants enrolled into a program with an associated fee will be provided additional details on how to process this fee. For a list of payment options, please check Payment Options .

Program Structure & Supports Each session of the skate program consists of 30 minute lessons, once per week, for multiple weeks. Lessons include choice time, individual or small group skill practice, and group games. Sessions for this program takes

place three times during the year; winter (mid-October to late November), winter (late January to early March), and spring (mid-April to late May).

Participants are supported by trained program coaches, experienced support workers, and dedicated volunteers.

The Canucks Autism Network strives to meet the needs of each participant and encourages parents to speak with the program coaches and staff about useful support strategies for their child. This includes visual schedules, first -then boards, token systems, social stories, etc.

Access the Skate Activity Storybook to help prepare your child for the program.

WINTER 2018 I CAN SKATE LOCATIONS & TIMES Please see following pages for program details.

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I CAN SKATE

(ages 3-12)

WINTER 2018 I CAN SKATE LOCATIONS & TIMES* City

Facility

Day of Week

Time

Start Date

Finish Date

Chemainus

Fuller Lake Arena

Sunday

2:00pm-2:30pm

Jan 14, 2018

Feb 25, 2018

Kelowna

Capital News Centre

Tuesday

5:00pm-5:30pm,

Jan 16, 2018

Feb 20, 2018

5:30pm-6:00pm Nanaimo

Cliff McNabb Arena

Friday

4:30pm-5:00pm

Jan 12, 2018

Feb 23, 2018,

Port Coquitlam

Port Coquitlam

Friday

5:15pm-5:45pm

Jan 12, 2018

Mar 2, 2018

Recreation Complex Richmond

Richmond Ice Centre

Sunday

9:00am-9:30am

Jan 14, 2018

Feb 25, 2018

Surrey

South Surrey Arena

Monday

5:00pm-5:30pm,

Jan 15, 2018

Feb 26, 2018

Jan 18, 2018

Feb 22, 2018

Jan 17, 2018

Feb 21, 2018

5:30pm-6:00pm, 6:00pm-6:30pm Vancouver

Sunset Arena

Thursday

5:00pm-5:30pm, 5:30pm-6:00pm, 6:00pm-6:30pm 6:30pm-7:00pm

Victoria

Juan de Fuca Centre

Wednesday

4:30pm-5:00pm

*All program information is subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please check canucksautism.ca. 19

I CAN SKATE (ages 3-12)

The skate 7-12yrs program will no longer be a levelled program.

The skate (7-12yrs) program introduces participants to basic skating skills such as marching, stopping, moving forward and gliding. For those with more experience, skills will be adapted to challenge participants with skills such as skating backwards, sculling, turns, jumping and increasing speed.

WINTER 2018 I CAN SKATE LOCATIONS & TIMES* Skate, Ages 7-12 City

Facility

Day of Week

Time

Start Date

Finish Date

Kelowna

Capital News Centre

Tuesday

6:00pm-6:30pm,

Jan 16, 2018

Feb 20, 2018

6:30pm-7:00pm Nanaimo

Cliff McNabb Arena

Friday

5:00pm-5:30pm

Jan 12, 2018

Feb 23, 2018

Chemainus

Fuller Lake Arena

Sunday

2:30pm-3:00pm

Jan 14, 2018

Feb 25, 2018

Port Coquitlam

Port Coquitlam

Friday

5:45pm-6:15pm,

Jan 12, 2018

Mar 2, 2018

Recreation Complex

6:15pm-6:45pm

Richmond

Richmond Ice Centre

Sunday

9:30am-10:00am

Jan 14, 2018

Feb 25, 2018

Surrey

Cloverdale Arena

Wednesday

4:45pm-5:15pm

Jan 17, 2018

Feb 21, 2018

Jan 13, 2018

Feb 24, 2018

Jan 17, 2018

Feb 21, 2018

5:15pm-5:45pm Vancouver

Britannia Arena

Saturday

10:00am-10:30am 10:30am-11:00am

Victoria

Juan de Fuca Centre

Wednesday

5:00pm-5:30pm

*All program information is subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please check canucksautism.ca.

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I CAN SKATE

(ages 3-12)

Winter 2018 Skate Program Registration Interested in signing up for this session of the Skate program?

Individuals and families living with autism

must first sign up for an online CAN Participant Membership. Please visit canucksautismprograms.ca, to begin this process.

Already a member?

Online registration takes place during the week of Monday, November 20th at noon Friday, November 24th at noon. All registrations will be to PENDING ENROLMENT ONLY – this means that no

spots are allocated on a first-come, firstserved basis. After online registration closes, the CAN staff will review the lists of those interested and will email all participants regarding their registration status by the end of the day on Friday, December 1st .

Please keep in mind that the Canucks Autism Network aims to accommodate as many unique individuals into our programs as possible, and that ENROLMENT is not guaranteed for any participant.

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I CAN SWIM

(Ages 3-6, 7-12, 13+)

The purpose of the I CAN 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. The program duration will also be extended from 6 to 8 weeks, allowing participants more time to practice and improve their swim skills.

Program Structure & Supports Each session of the I CAN Swim program consists of lessons once per week, for multiple weeks. Sessions for this program take place three times during the year; winter (mid-October to late November), winter (late January to early March), and spring (midApril to mid-June). Each lesson consists of a small group of participants with a high ratio of support provided by a certified swim instructor, trained support workers and dedicated volunteers. Lessons include skill development and water safety awareness in a fun environment. *With a high ratio of support provided parents and other family members are asked to remain in the waiting area while the program is taking place.

At Canucks Autism Network, we strive to meet the needs of each participant and encourage parent collaboration. Our staff receive training on a variety of support strategies for children and youth 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.)

Access our Swim Activity Storybook to help prepare your child for the program.

SWIM PROGRAM FEE The Swim program has a subsidized fee of $10 per hour ($40 for 30-minute, eight-week sessions and $60 for 45-minute, eight-week sessions) for participants confirmed into the program. Participants enrolled into a program with an associated fee will be provided additional details on how to process this fee. For a list of payment options, please check Payment Options .

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EARLY YEARS SWIM

(AGES 3-6)

EARLY YEARS SWIM (Ages 3-6) Early Years participants will work on entries into the water, buoyancy & movement, bubbles, floats, front and back swim. Games and songs will be incorporated throughout the lessons to create a fun environment for participants to become more comfortable in the water!

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. The program duration will also be extended from 6 to 8 weeks, allowing participants more time to practice and improve their swim skills.

WINTER 2018 EARLY YEARS SWIM LOCATIONS & TIMES* Please see next page for program details.

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EARLY YEARS SWIM (AGES 3-6)

WINTER 2018 MONTHLY SOCIAL GROUP FOR YOUTH LOCATIONS & TIMES* City

Facility

Day of the Week

Time

Start Date

Finish Date

Burnaby

Edmonds Community

Saturday

8:30am-9:00am,

Jan 13, 2018

Mar 10, 2018

Sunday

10:00am-10:30am 1:30pm-2:00pm

Jan 14, 2018

Mar 11, 2018

Sunday

2:00pm-2:30pm 8:00am-8:30am

Jan 14, 2018

Mar 11, 2018

Centre

9:00am-9:30am, 9:30am-10:00am,

Chilliwack Coquitlam

Cheam Leisure Centre Aquatic Centre

8:30am-9:00am, 9:00am-9:30am, 9:30am-10:00am, Duncan

Cowichan Aquatic Centre

Saturday

10:00am-10:30am 11:30am-12:00pm

Jan 13, 2018

Mar 10, 2018

Kamloops

Westsyde Pool

Sunday

9:30am-10:00am

Jan 14, 2018

Mar 11, 2018

Kelowna

Parkinson Recreation

Sunday

4:00pm-4:30pm,

Jan 13, 2018

Mar 3, 2018

Langley

Centre Walnut Grove

Tuesday

5:00pm-5:30pm 5:00pm-5:30pm,

Jan 14, 2018

Mar 11, 2018

Saturday Saturday Sunday

6:30pm-7:00pm 4:30pm-5:00pm 4:00pm-4:30pm 11:00am-11:30am

Jan 13, 2018 Jan 13, 2018 Jan 14, 2018

Mar 10, 2018 Mar 10, 2018 Mar 11, 2018

Saturday

11:30am-12:00pm 5:30pm-6:00pm,

Jan 13, 2018

Mar 10, 2018

Jan 13, 2018

Mar 10, 2018

Jan 13, 2018

Mar 17, 2018

Community Centre

5:30pm-6:00pm, 6:00pm-6:30pm,

Mission Nanaimo Richmond Surrey

Mission Leisure Centre Beban Pool Minoru Aquatic Centre Surrey YMCA

6:00pm-6:30pm, 6:30pm-7:00pm Vancouver

Jewish Community

Saturday

Centre Victoria

Juan De Fuca Centre

12:00pm-12:30pm, 12:30pm-1:00pm

Saturday

4:30pm-5:00pm

*All program information is subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit: canucksautism.ca.

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CHILDREN’S SWIM: LEVEL 1 (ages 7-12)

CHILDREN’S SWIM LEVEL 1 (Ages 7-12) This program focuses on foundational skills, while building swimmers 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.

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 transfer to other community-based swim classes. The program duration will also be extended from 6 to 8 weeks, allowing participants more time to practice and improve their swim skills.

It is the responsibility of the parent/guardian/participant to register in the correct level. If the participant has not been placed correctly, he or she may be permitted to transfer to an alternate level, based on program availability.

If no spots are available, the participant will be withdrawn from the program. If you have a previous swim report card, please bring it to your instructor on the first day.

WINTER 2018 CHILDREN’S SWIM LEVEL 1 LOCATIONS & TIMES See next page.

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CHILDREN’S SWIM: LEVEL 1 (ages 7-12)

WINTER 2018 KIDS SWIM LEVEL 1: LOCATIONS & TIMES* City Burnaby

Facility

Day of the

Time

Start Date

Finish Date

Edmonds Community

Week Saturday

11:30am-12:00pm,

Jan 13, 2018

Mar 10, 2018

Centre

12:00pm-12:30pm

Chilliwack

Cheam Leisure Centre

Sunday

2:30pm-3:00pm

Jan 14, 2018

Mar 11, 2018

Duncan

Cowichan Aquatic Centre

Saturday

12:00pm-12:30pm

Jan 13, 2018

Mar 10, 2018

Kamloops

Westsyde Pool

Sunday

10:00am-10:30am,

Jan 14, 2018

Mar 11, 2018

Jan 14, 2018

Mar 11, 2018

Jan 18, 2018

Mar 8, 2018

Kelowna

Parkinson Recreation

Sunday

11:00am-11:30am 6:00pm-6:30pm

Langley

Centre Walnut Grove Community

Thursday

5:00pm-5:30pm,

Centre

Mission Nanaimo

Mission Leisure Centre Beban Pool

5:30pm-6:00pm

Saturday

5:00pm-5:30pm,

Jan 13, 2018

Mar 10, 2018

Saturday

5:30pm-6:00pm 5:00pm-5:30pm,

Jan 13, 2018

Mar 10, 2018

Sunday

5:30pm-6:00pm 11:30am-12:00pm,

Jan 14, 2018

Mar 11, 2018

Port

Hyde Creek Recreation

Coquitlam

Centre

Richmond

Minoru Aquatic Centre

Sunday

12:30pm-1:00pm 12:00pm-12:30pm

Jan 14, 2018

Mar 11, 2018

Surrey

Guilford Pool

Sunday

4:00pm-4:30pm

Jan 14, 2018

Mar 11, 2018

Jan 13, 2018

Mar 10, 2018

Jan 13, 2018

Mar 17, 2018

12:00pm-12:30pm,

4:30pm-5:00pm Vancouver

Jewish Community Centre

Saturday

5:00pm-5:30pm 12:00pm-12:30pm

Victoria

Juan De Fuca Centre

Saturday

5:30pm-6:00pm

*All program information is subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit canucksautism.ca.

CHILDREN’S SWIM LEVEL 1 PROGRAM FEE The swim level 1 program has a subsidized program fee of $40 for those participants confirmed into the program. Participants enrolled into a program with an associated fee will be provided additional details on how to process this fee. For a list of payment options, please check Payment Options .

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CHILDREN’S SWIM : LEVEL 2

(ages 7-12)

CHILDREN’S 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 who have passed Level I, and/or who are confident and independent in the skills developed in Level I. 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. The program duration will also be extended from 6 to 8 weeks, allowing participants more time to practice and improve their swim skills.

It is the responsibility of the parent/guardian/participant to register in the correct level. If the participant has not been placed correctly, he or she may be permitted to transfer to an alternate level, based on program availability.

If no spots are available, the participant will be withdrawn from the program. If you have a previous swim report card, please bring it to your instructor on the first day.

WINTER 2018 CHILDREN’S SWIM LEVEL 2 LOCATIONS & TIMES* See next page.

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CHILDREN’S SWIM: LEVEL 2

(ages 7-12)

WINTER 2018 KIDS SWIM LEVEL 2: LOCATIONS & TIMES* City Burnaby

Facility Edmonds Recreation

Day of the Week Saturday

Time** 12:30pm-1:00pm

Start Date Jan 13, 2018

Finish Date Mar 10, 2018

Chilliwack

Centre Cheam Leisure Centre

Sunday

1:00pm-1:30pm 3:00pm-3:30pm

Jan 14, 2018

Mar 11, 2018

Kelowna

Parkinson Recreation

Sunday

6:30pm-7:00pm

Jan 14, 2018

Mar 11, 2018

Langley

Centre Walnut Grove

Thursday

6:00pm-6:30pm

Jan 18, 2018

Mar 8, 2018

Nanaimo

Recreation Centre Beban Pool

Saturday

6:30pm-7:00pm 4:30pm-5:00pm

Jan 13, 2018

Mar 10, 2018

Port

Hyde Creek Recreation

Sunday

1:00pm-1:30pm

Jan 14, 2018

Mar 11, 2018

Coquitlam

Centre

Surrey

Guilford Pool

Sunday

5:30pm-6:00pm

Jan 14, 2018

Mar 11, 2018

Vancouver

Jewish Community

Saturday

12:30pm-1:00pm

Jan 13, 2018

Mar 10, 2018

Victoria

Centre Juan De Fuca Centre

Saturday

5:00pm-5:30-pm

Jan 13, 2018

Mar 10, 2018

*All program information is subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please check canucksautism.ca.

CHILDREN’S SWIM LEVEL 2 PROGRAM FEE There is a subsidized program fee of $40 for those participants confirmed into the program. Participants enrolled into a program with an associated fee will be provided additional details on how to process this fee. For a list of payment options, please check Payment Options .

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CHILDREN’S SWIM : LEVEL 3

(ages 7-12)

CHILDREN’S 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 II, and/or who are confident and independent in the skills developed in Level

II. 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. The program duration will also be extended from 6 to 8 weeks, allowing participants more time to practice and improve their swim skills.

It is the responsibility of the parent/guardian/participant to register in the correct level. If the participant has not been placed correctly, he or she may be permitted to transfer to an alternate level, based on program availability.

If no spots are available, the participant will be withdrawn from the program. If you have a previous swim report card, please bring it to your instructor on the first day.

WINTER 2018 CHILDREN’S SWIM LEVEL 3: LOCATIONS & TIMES* City

Facility

Day of

Time**

Start Date

Finish Date

Burnaby

Edmonds Recreation Centre

the Week Sunday

5:30pm-6:00pm

Jan 14, 2018

Mar 11, 2018

Port Coquitlam

Hyde Creek Recreation

Sunday

1:30pm-2:00pm

Jan 14, 2018

Mar 11, 2018

Surrey

Centre Surrey YMCA

Friday

7:00pm-7:30pm

Jan 12, 2018

Mar 9, 2018

*All program information is subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit canucksautism.ca.

CHILDREN’S SWIM LEVEL 3 PROGRAM FEE There is a subsidized program fee of $40 for those participants confirmed into the program.

Participants enrolled into a program with an associated fee will be provided additional details on how to process this fee. For a list of payment options, please check Payment Options .

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YOUTH & YOUNG ADULT SWIM (ages 13+)

YOUTH & YOUNG ADULT SWIM The purpose of the I CAN 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 transfers to other community-based swim classes. The program duration will also be extended from 6 to 8 weeks, allowing participants more time to practice and improve their swim skills.

WINTER 2018 YOUTH & YOUNG ADULT SWIM LOCATIONS & TIMES* City

Facility

Day of the

Time

Start Date

Finish Date

Burnaby

Edmonds Recreation

Week Sunday

6:00pm-6:45pm

Jan 14, 2018

Mar 11, 2018

Duncan

Centre Cowichan Aquatic Centre

Saturday

6:45pm-7:30pm 12:30pm-1:15pm

Jan 13, 2018

Mar 10, 2018

Kamloops

Westsyde Pool

Sunday

10:30am-11:00am

Jan 14, 2018

Mar 11, 2018

Kelowna

Parkinson Recreation

Sunday

7:00pm-7:45pm

Jan 14, 2018

Mar 11, 2018

Centre Port Coquitlam

Hyde Creek Recreation

Sunday

2:00pm-2:45pm

Jan 14, 2018

Mar 11, 2018

Surrey

Centre Surrey YMCA

Friday

7:30pm-8:15pm

Jan 12, 2018

Mar 9, 2018

Victoria

Juan De Fuca Centre

Saturday

Jan 13, 2018

Mar 17, 2018

8:15pm-9:00pm 6:00pm-6:45pm

*All program information is subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please check canucksautism.ca.

YOUTH & YOUNG ADULT SWIM PROGRAM FEE There is a subsidized program fee of $60 for those participants confirmed into the program. Participants enrolled into a program with an associated fee will be provided additional details on how to process this fee. For a list of payment options, please check Payment Options .

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WEEKLY SOCIAL GROUP: FOR YOUTH & YOUNG ADULTS (ages 13-17, 18+)

The purpose of the weekly social group is 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. This social group is intended to provide fun activities within a social context, where participants are encouraged to get to know each other and build peer relationships.

Program Structure & Supports Each session of the program consists of 1.5 hours, once per week, for multiple weeks. Sessions for this program takes place three times during the year; Winter (mid-October to late November), Winter (late January to early March), and Spring (mid-April to late May). The activities will vary each week. Indoor activities may include board games, snack preparation, video games, and dance parties. Up to 10 participants will be enrolled in each session, and supported by a program leader, support workers, and volunteers. Participants are provided with a high ratio of support (1:1 or 2:1 available if needed). This program is designed for participants with autism to attend independently.

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WEEKLY SOCIAL GROUP: FOR YOUTH & YOUNG ADULTS (ages 13-17, 18+)

WINTER 2018 WEEKLY SOCIAL GROUP LOCATIONS & TIMES* City

Facility

Day of the

Time

Start Date

Finish Date

Kelowna (13-17 yrs)

Kelowna Curling Club

Week Wednesday

3:30pm-5:00pm

Jan 17, 2018

Feb 28, 2018

North Vancouver

Harry Jerome Rec Centre

Monday

6:30pm-8:00pm

Jan 15, 2018

Feb 21, 2018

Surrey (13-17yrs)

Guildford Recreation

Tuesday

6:30pm-8:00pm

Jan 16, 2018

Feb 27, 2018

Vancouver (13-17yrs)

Centre CAN Office

Friday

5:00pm-6:30pm

Jan 12, 2018

Feb 23, 2018

Vancouver (18+)

CAN Office

Friday

6:45pm-8:15pm

Jan 12, 2018

Feb 23, 2018

(18+)

*All program information is subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please check canucksautism.ca.

Winter 2018 Weekly Social Group Program Registration Interested in signing up for a session of the Weekly Social Group program?

Individuals and families living with autism must first sign up for an online CAN Participant Membership.

Please visit https://canucksautismprograms.ca, to begin this process.

Already a member?

Online registration takes place during the week of Monday, November 20th at noon - Friday, November 24th at noon. All registrations will be to PENDING ENROLMENT ONLY – this means that no

spots are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

After online registration closes, the CAN staff will review the lists of those interested and will email all participants regarding their registration status by the end of the day on Friday, December 1st . Please keep in mind that the Canucks Autism Network aims to accommodate as many unique individuals into our programs as possible, and that ENROLMENT is not guaranteed for any participant.

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PAYMENT OPTIONS FOR PROGRAM FEES After a participant is confirmed into a program with an associated program fee, they will be provided more details on how to process this fee. Methods of payment accepted include the following:

·

Credit Card

·

Autism Funding o Participants ages 6-18yrs are able to submit a Request to Pay form to Autism Funding for the program fee. o There are different requirements of fees eligible for Autism Funding for participants ages 5yrs and younger. For participants 5yrs and younger, parents are encouraged to contact Autism Funding to inquire about eligibility of program fee (to provide behaviour interventionist support of participant) to be

covered through a participant’s Autism Funding. ·

Cheque

·

Cash

·

Additional Payment Options o 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 o 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.

More specifics on how to process these fees will be provided to participants for participants confirmed into programs.

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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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101-2020 Yukon Street

Vancouver, BC Canada V5Y 3N8

P: 604-685-4049 E: info@canucksautism.ca

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