Canucks Autism Network - Summer Leisure Guide - June to August 2016

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Summer Leisure Guide 2016

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 Summer 2016 program listed below.

SUMMER PROGRAM Family Events Multisport Program Week-Long Bike Program

AGE All Ages 5-16yrs 7-15yrs

Kids Monthly Social Program Teens Monthly Social Program Young Adults Monthly Social Program Siblings Monthly Social Program Overnight Family Camp Overnight Kids, Teens & Young Adults Camp

9-12yrs 13-17yrs 18-30yrs 8-13yrs All Ages 7-30yrs

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.

The next session of our multi-week programs , including swim, soccer, skate, etc., will take place in Fall 2016.

Registration for these fall multi-week programs will take place in mid-August. We recommend that those interested check back to the CAN website in late July/early August.

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Family Events 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.

Summer 2016 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. As well, 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 throughout the year. Please visit the program page for the latest information.

Summer 2016 Family Events City Coquitlam

Vancouver

Facility

Activity

Registration

Registration

Opens

Closes

Eagle Quest

Mini Golf for families living

Sunday, June 26, 2016;

Monday, May

Friday, May 20,

Golf

with autism

1-hour sessions

16, 2016 at

2016 at noon

throughout the day

noon

Sunday, July 17, 2016;

“

Monday, June

Friday, June 25,

12:00pm-4:00pm

13, 2016 at

2016 at noon

Saturday, August 13,

TBA

TBA

TBA

TBA

Nat Bailey

Party in the Park—

Stadium

Afternoon BBQ with fun activities for families living

Mill Bay

Date & Time

Kerry Park

with autism Sunset Cinema—Families

Rec Centre

will enjoy a family friendly

noon

2016; Time TBA

movie under the stars Vancouver

VanDusen

Sunset Cinema—Families

Friday, August 26, 2016;

Botanical

will enjoy a family friendly

Time TBA

Gardens

movie under the stars

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Multisport Program

Multisport Program (Ages 5-16) The Canucks Autism Network Multisport Program is a great opportunity for participants with autism, and their siblings, to try a variety of sports activities! This summer, participants will be given the opportunity to play sports such as football, softball, soccer, and more!

Program Structure & Supports There are two structures for the multisport program:  

Multisport Day-Long Program at Shawnigan Lake Multisport Week-Long Program in the Lower Mainland

Additional information on these specific programs, including locations, dates and times, is available on their following program pages: Day-Long and Week-Long Program Fee There is a $25 fee per participant to access this program.

This fee may be paid by cash or cheque, and those with an autism diagnosis, may request that their Autism Funding be used to pay the fee. Canucks Autism Network does not wish to have this fee act as a barrier to accessing the program, and is willing to collaborate with those families needing assistance on additional payment options. Participants being enrolled into the program will be provided with additional information on each payment option.

Summer 2016 Multisport Program Registration Interested in signing up for the summer multisport program?

Online registration takes place during the week of Monday, April 18th, at noon, until Friday, April 22nd, at noon.

All registrations will be to PENDING ENROLLMENT ONLY – meaning that no spots are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. After online registration closes, CAN staff will review the lists and email all participants regarding their registration status by the end of the day on Friday, April 29th. Please keep in mind that the Canucks Autism Network aims to accommodate as many unique individuals into our programs as possible, and that enrollment is not guaranteed for any participant.

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Multisport Program Multisport Program—Week-Long Program (Lower Mainland)

The purpose of the multisport program is to provide participants with autism, and their siblings, an opportunity to try a variety of sports activities!

This summer, participants between the ages of 5-16yrs will be given the opportunity to play sports such as football, softball, soccer and more!

Canucks Autism Network is excited to offer this opportunity for participants to gain new experiences in sport in a safe, supportive and collaborative setting!

Program Structure & Supports Each session of the multisport program consists of 1.5 hrs lessons, once a day, for five consecutive days (MondayFriday). In each lesson, there are up to 27 participants who are supported by trained program coaches, experienced support workers, and dedicated volunteers, allowing for participants with autism to receive 1:1 support.

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.

To help participants enrolled in the multisport program better prepare for their experience, Canucks Autism Network has prepared a Multisport Program Social Storybook.

Summer 2016 Week-Long Multisport Program City

Facility

Daily

Time

Start Date

Finish Date

Vancouver

Memorial South Park

Monday-

9:00am-10:30am,

Monday,

Friday, July 15,

Friday

10:45am-12:15pm, or

July 11, 2016

2016

Monday-

12:45pm-2:15pm* 9:00am-10:30am, or

Monday,

Friday, July 22,

Friday

10:45am-12:15pm*

July 18, 2016

2016

Monday-

9:00am-10:30am,

Monday,

Friday, July 29,

Friday

10:45am-12:15pm, or

July 25, 2016

2016

Coquitlam

Surrey

Town Centre Park

Newton Athletic Park

12:45pm-2:15pm* *Participants being enrolled into the program will be Confirmed into ONE of the program times.

Summer 2016 Multisport Program Registration Interested in signing up for the summer multisport program?

Online registration takes place during the week of Monday, April 18th, at noon, until Friday, April 22nd, at noon.

All registrations will be to PENDING ENROLLMENT ONLY – meaning that no spots are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. After online registration closes, CAN staff will review the lists and email all participants regarding their registration status by the end of the day on Friday, April 29th. Please keep in mind that the Canucks Autism Network aims to accommodate as many unique individuals into our programs as possible, and that enrollment is not guaranteed for any participant.

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Multisport Program

Multisport Program—Day-Long Program (Shawnigan Lake) The purpose of the multisport program is to provide participants with autism, and their siblings, an opportunity to try a variety of sports activities! This summer, participants between the ages of 5-16yrs will be given the opportunity to try sports such as physical literacy, softball, soccer, bike and more!

Canucks Autism Network is excited to offer this program in order for participants to gain new experiences in sport in a safe, supportive and collaborative setting!

Program Structure & Supports This year at Shawnigan Lake School, participants will come out and enjoy a one day program filled with fun sports activities! Lessons will include basic drills in all sports, supportive individualized skill practice and supervised group activities. Coaching for the various activities will be provided in collaboration with program partners.

Participants are supported by trained program coaches, experienced support workers, and dedicated volunteers, allowing for participants to receive 1:1 support.

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.

To assist participants enrolled in the multisport program better prepare for their experience, the Canucks Autism Network has prepared this Multisport Program Social Storybook.

Summer 2016 Day-Long Multisport Program City

Facility

Date

Time

Shawnigan Lake

Shawnigan Lake School

Saturday, July 16, 2016

10:00am-3:00pm

Shawnigan Lake

Shawnigan Lake School

Sunday, July 17, 2016

10:00am-3:00pm

*Participants being enrolled into the program will be Confirmed into ONE of the program dates.

Summer 2016 Multisport Program Registration Interested in signing up for the summer multisport program?

Online registration takes place during the week of Monday, April 18th, at noon, until Friday, April 22nd, at noon.

All registrations will be to PENDING ENROLLMENT ONLY – meaning that no spots are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. After online registration closes, CAN staff will review the lists and email all participants regarding their registration status by the end of the day on Friday, April 29th. Please keep in mind that the Canucks Autism Network aims to accommodate as many unique individuals into our programs as possible, and that enrollment is not guaranteed for any participant.

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Bike Program Bike Program—Week-Long Program (Lower Mainland)

The purpose of the bike program is to teach children and youth with autism how to ride a bike in a safe and supportive environment.

The hope is that the skills developed in this program will allow participants to enjoy bike activities with their peers and families.

Program Structure & Supports Each session of the multisport program consists of 1.5 hrs lessons, once a day, for five consecutive days (MondayFriday). In each lesson, participants are supported by trained program coaches, experienced support workers, and dedicated volunteers, allow participants with autism to receive 1:1 support.

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.

To help participants enrolled in the multisport program better prepare for their experience, Canucks Autism Network has prepared a Bike Program Social Storybook.

Summer 2016 Multisport Program Registration Interested in signing up for the spring session of Multisport?

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 signing up for the summer multisport program?

Online registration takes place during the week of Monday, April 18th, at noon, until Friday, April 22nd, at noon.

All registrations will be to PENDING ENROLLMENT ONLY – meaning that no spots are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. After online registration closes, CAN staff will review the lists and email all participants regarding their registration status by the end of the day on Friday, April 29th. Please keep in mind that the Canucks Autism Network aims to accommodate as many unique individuals into our programs as possible, and that enrollment is not guaranteed for any participant.

Summer 2016 Week-Long Bike Program Locations City

Facility

Daily

Time

Start Date

Finish Date

Vancouver

Memorial South Park

Monday-

9:00am-10:30am, 11:00am-

Monday, August

Friday, August

(Lacrosse Box)

Friday

12:30pm, 1:00pm-2:30pm, or

8, 2016

12, 2016

Minnekhada School

Monday-

3:00pm-4:30pm* 9:00am-10:30am, 11:00am-

Monday, August

Friday, August

Lacrosse Box

Friday

12:30pm, 1:00pm-2:30pm, or

15, 2016

19, 2016

Royal Kwantlen

Monday-

3:00pm-4:30pm* 9:00am-10:30am, 11:00am-

Monday, August

Friday, August

Friday

12:30pm, 1:00pm-2:30pm, or

22, 2016

26, 2016

Port Coquitlam

Surrey

3:00pm-4:30pm* *Participants being enrolled into the program will be Confirmed into ONE of the program times.

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Monthly Social Programs

Kids Monthly Social Program - Ages 9-12 The purpose of the Kids Monthly Social Program is to provide an opportunity for children with autism (aged 9 -12) to get together and have a good time in a safe and supportive environment. Activities change each month to offer a range of fun, age appropriate activities for participants to experience with their peers.

Program Structure & Supports Participants get to enjoy a different activity each month. Past events have included: art/music classes, snow tubing, Lego party, circus school, Science World, rock climbing and much more!

Participants are supported by trained program leaders, experienced support workers, and a group of 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. This includes visual schedules, first-then boards, token systems, social stories, etc.

Summer 2016 Monthly Social Programs Registration Interested in signing up for the summer sessions of Kids Monthly Social 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.

Interested in learning more about other monthly social events that take place throughout the year? Program and registration dates will vary for each event throughout the year, please visit the program page for the latest information.

Kids Monthly Social Program City Aldergrove

Vancouver

Facility

Activity

Date & Time

Registration Opens (Online)

Registration Closes (Online)

Greater Vancouver

Spend the morning

June 18, 2016; 10:00am-

Monday, May

Friday, May 13, 2016

Zoo

exploring the Zoo!

12:00pm

9, 2016 @

@ noon

July, Time TBA

noon Monday, June

Friday, June 17, 2016

13, 2016 @

@ noon

TBA

TBA

noon Surrey

TBA

TBA

August, Time TBA

Monday, July

Friday, July 15, 2016

11, 2016 @

@ noon

noon *Program details are subject to change.

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Monthly Social Programs Teens Monthly Social Program - Ages 13-17 The purpose of the Teens Monthly Social program is to offer the opportunity for teens with autism to get together and have a good time in a safe and supportive environment. Events change each month to offer a range of fun, new, age appropriate activities for participants to enjoy with their peers.

Program Structure & Supports Teen Monthly Social programs take place once a month, with activities varying from month-to-month. Past events have included : bowling, sports events, charity events, art classes, cooking classes, dinners, laser tag, beach BBQ, water sports, snow sports, dance class, games nights and more!

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

This program is intended for participants to attend independently. As our social programs are designed to encourage social interaction between peers, parents are asked to drop-off their children and return at the scheduled pick-up time.

Summer 2016 Teens Monthly Social Program Registration Interested in signing up for summer monthly social 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.

Interested in learning more about other monthly social programs events that take place throughout the year?

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

Summer 2016 Teens Monthly Social Program City

Facility

Activity

Date & Time

Registration Opens (Online)

Registration Closes (Online)

Abbotsford

Castlefun

Spend the morning enjoying

June 25, 2016; 10:00am-

Monday, May

Friday, May

Park

the activities at Castle Fun

12:00pm

9, 2016 @

13, 2016 @

TBA

Park!

TBA

July, Time TBA

noon Monday, June

noon Friday, June

13, 2016 @

17, 2016 @

noon Monday, July

noon Friday, July

11, 2016 @

15, 2016 @

noon

noon

Surrey

Vancouver

TBA

*Program details are subject to change.

TBA

August, Time TBA

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Monthly Social Programs

Young Adults Monthly Social Program - Ages 18+ The purpose of the Young Adults Monthly Social Programs is to offer the opportunity for young adults with autism to get together and have a good time in a safe and supportive environment. Events change each month to offer a range of fun, new, age appropriate activities for participants to enjoy with their peers.

Program Structure & Supports Young Adults Monthly Social programs take place each month, with the activities varying from month-to-month. Past events have included : bowling, sports events, charity events, art classes, cooking classes, dinners, laser tag, beach BBQ, water sports, snow sports, dance class, games nights and more!

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

This program is intended for participants to attend independently.

As our social programs are designed to encourage social interaction between peers, parents are asked to drop-off their children and return at the scheduled pick-up time.

Summer 2016 Young Adults Monthly Social Program Registration Interested in signing up for summer monthly social 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.

Interested in learning more about other monthly social programs that take place throughout the year?

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

2016 Young Adults Monthly Social Program City

Facility

Activity

Date & Time

Registration Opens (Online)

Registration Closes (Online)

Abbotsford

Castlefun

Spend the afternoon enjoying

Saturday, June 25, 2016;

Monday, May

Friday, May

Park

the activities at Castlefun

12:15pm-2:15pm

9, 2016 @

13, 2016 @

TBA

Park!

TBA

July, Time TBA

noon Monday, June

noon Friday, June

13, 2016 @

17, 2016 @

noon Monday, July

noon Friday, July

11, 2016 @

15, 2016 @

noon

noon

Vancouver

Vancouver

TBA

*Program details are subject to change.

TBA

August, Time TBA

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Monthly Social Programs Social Program for Siblings of Individuals with Autism (Ages 8-13) The purpose of this program is to provide siblings of individuals with autism with an opportunity to gain peer support and education within a recreational context. Events change each month to offer a range of fun, age appropriate activities for the participants to experience with their peers. This program is led by staff and volunteers, the majority of whom are siblings of individuals with autism.

Program Structure & Supports Events are planned once per month from Sept-June (with the exception of Dec.). Please check this page and/ or the newsletter for the monthly events. Participants are supported by a Coach, two Support Workers, and two volunteers with the majority of staff and volunteers are siblings of individuals with autism.

June 2016 Siblings Monthly Program Registration Interested in signing up for the summer sessions of the Siblings Monthly Program? Individuals living with autism and family members must first sign up for an online CAN Participant Membership. Please visit https://canucksautismprograms.ca, to begin this process. *Please note that siblings monthly social programs will not run in July or August.

Interested in learning more about other Sibling events that take place throughout the year? Program and registration dates will vary for each event throughout the year, please visit the program page for the latest information.

June 2016 Siblings Monthly Social Program City

Facility

Activity

Date & Time

Registration Opens (Online)

Registration Closes (Online)

Surrey

TBA

TBA

June, Time TBA

Monday, May

Friday, May

9, 2016 @

13, 2016 @

noon

noon

*Program details are subject to change.

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Overnight Camp Family Camp - All Ages Overnight Family Camp is a weekend opportunity for the whole family to enjoy an outdoor experience in an organized group setting, while connecting with other families living with autism! Canucks Autism Network staff facilitate a wide range of indoor and outdoor camp activities while also providing families free time to enjoy the beautiful camps setting.

Please note: Family Camp is intended for immediate family members only.

Program Requirements Upon confirmed enrollment into Overnight Family Camp, families must commit to submitting the following:  Complete a medical form for each family member registered to attend the camp (including parents/ guardians and siblings who are not on the autism spectrum), and submit these forms to the CAN office by the specified due date  Provide a $250 program fee per family.

For more information on this subsidized program fee and payment options, please click here.

To help participants enrolled in the Family Camp better prepare for their experience, Canucks Autism Network has prepared a Family Camp Social Storybook.

Summer 2016 Overnight Family Camps Community

Facility

Date

Enderby

Gardom Lake Bible Camp

7:00pm, Friday, June 3, 2016 - 2:00pm, Sunday, June 5, 2016

Shawnigan Lake

George Pringle Memorial Camp

7:00pm, Friday, August 19, 2016 - 2:00pm, Sunday, August 21, 2016

*Priority will be given to families living in the region the camp is taking place

Summer 2016 Overnight Family Camp Registration Online registration for the 2016 Overnight Family Camps took place during the week of Monday, March 14, 2016— Friday, March 18, 2016, and those interested were notified of their registration status by the end of day on Thursday, March 31, 2016.

Due to the high demand for this program, there is already a large waitlist for each overnight camp. For this reason, we will not be accepting late registration requests.

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Overnight Camp

Kids, Teens & Young Adults Camp - Ages 7-30 Overnight Kids, Teens & Young Adults Camp enables participants with autism, ages 7-12, 13-18 and 19-30, to experience an unforgettable adventure in the great outdoors. No siblings, no parents, just a chance to hang out, try new things, and make new friends. A high ratio of staffing is provided to ensure a safe, successful overnight experience for everyone. Individuals across the autism spectrum are welcome to participate in camp programs.

Program Structure Activities may include swimming, ropes course, archery, rock climbing, field games, boating, campfires, and much more! Participants will also be provided downtime to hangout with peers.

Program Requirements Upon confirmed enrollment into Overnight Kids, Teens & Young Adults Camp program, participants must commit to submitting the following:  A medical form that has been completed and signed by a physician  Provide a subsidized program fee of $500 per participant.

The fee may be paid through a participant’s autism funding, by credit card, cheque or cash. Canucks Autism Network does not wish for this fee to act as a barrier to participation and is willing to collaborate on additional payment options with participants needing assistance.

For more information on this subsidized program fee and payment options, please click here.

Summer 2016 Overnight Kids, Teens & Young Adults Camps Facility

Dates

Keats Camp (Keats Island)

Monday, August 29, 2016 - Wednesday August 31, 2016

Keats Camp (Keats Island)

Wednesday, August 31, 2016 - Friday, September 2, 2016

Registration for Summer 2016 Overnight Kids, Teens & Young Adults Camp Online registration for the Summer 2016 Overnight Camps took place Monday, March 14, 2016, to Friday, March 18, 2016. If you have missed registration, and are interested in attending this program, please contact Ali Gorsak, Camp Coordinator, at ali@canucksautism.ca, to inquire about availability.

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