Canucks Autism Network - Fall 2018 Leisure Guide - Youth and Young Adults

Fall Leisure Guide Youth & Young Adult

September-December 2018

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Canucks Autism Network — Fall 2018 Youth & Young Adult Programs by Location LOWER MAINLAND Burnaby 

Monthly Youth Program (13-17yrs)

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Monthly Young Adult Program (18+yrs)

Coquitlam 

Fit (13+yrs)

North Vancouver 

Weekly Young Adult Program (18+yrs)

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

VANCOUVER ISLAND Duncan 

Family Event (All Ages)

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Swim (13+yrs)

Nanaimo 

Monthly Youth & Young Adult Program (13-17yrs, 18+yrs)

Victoria 

Monthly Youth & Young Adult Program (13-17yrs, 18+yrs) Swim (13+)

Surrey 

Hockey (9-18yrs)

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Weekly Youth Program (13-17yrs)

INTERIOR

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Monthly Youth Program (13-17yrs)

Kamloops

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Monthly Young Adult Program (18+yrs)

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Vancouver

Swim (13+yrs)

Kelowna

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Hockey* (8-18yrs, 19+yrs)

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Swim (13+yrs)

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Swim* (13+yrs)

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Weekly Youth Program (13-17yrs)

Weekly Youth & Young Adult Program (13-17yrs, 18+yrs)

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Weekly Young Adult Program (18+yrs)

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Monthly Youth Program (13-17yrs)

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CommunityWorksCanada (15-21yrs)

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Monthly Young Adult Program (18+yrs)

You must be a Canucks Autism Network

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Music (13-17yrs)

member in order to register for programs.

Online registration for weekly sports and recreation programs will open from Monday, August 20th, at noon until Friday, August 24th, at noon.

* Programs have not yet been confirmed.

About Canucks Autism Network (CAN) Programming CAN programs are inclusive of all individuals on the autism spectrum; all abilities are welcome.

Program staff and volunteers are trained to provide support that meets the needs and interests of each individual participant. Do not hesitate to contact our Youth/Young Adult Program Coordinator, Sarah Armstrong (sarah.armstrong@canucksautism.ca), if you have any questions. We look forward to welcoming you.

Interested in signing up for CAN programs?

In order to participate in programs, you must first sign up for an online CAN Participant Membership. Please visit https://canucksautismprograms.ca to begin this process.

Already a CAN member?

If you are already a member and you know that registration is open for programs that interest you, please log into your account to complete your program registration at https://canucksautismprograms.ca.

For a helpful reminder of upcoming programs and registration dates, please check the CAN email newsletter, which is sent out at the start of each month. Access past newsletters.

Click the program links below for information about registration, eligibility, and program locations and times. Program times and locations are subject to change.

FALL PROGRAM

AGE RANGES

CommunityWorks CanadaÂŽ

15-21yrs

Fitness

16-30yrs

Hockey

8-18yrs & 19+yrs

Outdoor Recreation

16-30yrs

Monthly Social Program for Youth & Young Adults

13-17yrs & 18+yrs

Weekly Social Program for Youth & Young Adults

13+yrs & 18+yrs

Music

13-17yrs

Swim

13+yrs

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CommunityWorks Canada® (Ages 15-21) The CommunityWorks Canada® program provides an opportunity for youth 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 the 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. We are in the process of revising and refreshing our youth and young adult programming. Stay tuned for more information.

FALL COMMUNITYWORKS CANADA® LOCATIONS & TIMES City

Activity

Day of the Week

Time

Start Date

Finish Date

Vancouver

Various

Saturday

9:30am-

Sep 15, 2018

Dec 8, 2018

12:00pm

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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. Increase your fitness level, meet new people and grow your confidence.

Program Structure Duration: 60 minute sessions; 6 weeks Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring Cost: No cost Siblings: No Session Structure: Individual, partner and group exercises

FALL 2018 LOCATIONS & TIMES City

Facility

Day of

Coquitlam

Pinetree Community

Week Sunday

(13-17yrs, 18+)

Centre

Time

Start

Finish

11:30am-

Date Oct 14,

Date Nov 25,

12:30pm

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2018

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Hockey (Ages 8-18 & 19+)

The Hockey program provides youth and young adults with autism (8-18 & 19+) 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 a great chance to meet new people, have fun and build your skating and teamwork skills.

Program Structure

PLEASE NOTE:

Duration: 60-minutes weekly, 6 months

There will be a mandatory parent meeting

Season: October-March

for confirmed participants, aged 8-18yrs,

Cost: $500

on September 11 from 7:00pm-8:30pm,

Siblings: No

in Burnaby. Additional details will be

Session Structure: Individual & small group

emailed closer to the date.

skill practice, group games, scrimmages

A meeting will be held for the 19+ hockey

Watch this helpful video to prepare

program in September.

for the CAN Hockey Program.

More details to come.

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) * Programs have not yet been confirmed.

Friday

9:00am-10:00am

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Outdoor Recreation (Ages 13-17 & 18+) 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

Registration Opens

Registration Closes

North Vancouver

Cates Park

Kayaking

Thu , Sep 6, 5:00pm-7:00pm

Mon, Aug 14, at noon

Fri, Aug 18, at noon

North Vancouver

Grouse Mountain

Disc Golf

Thu, Oct 11, 5:00pm-7:00pm

Mon, Sep 11, at noon

Fri, Sep 15, at noon

Coquitlam

Climb Base 5

Indoor Rock Climbing

Thu, Nov 8, 5:00pm-7:00pm

Mon, Oct 9, at noon

Fri, Oct 13, at noon

North Vancouver

The Hive

Bouldering

Thu, Dec 6, 5:00pm-7:00pm

Mon, Nov 13, at noon

Fri, Nov 17, at noon

Monthly Youth & Young Adult Program (Ages 13-17 & 18+)

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The purpose of the Youth and Young Adult Monthly 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, 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.

FALL 2018 MONTHLY YOUTH & YOUNG ADULT PROGRAM LOCATIONS & TIMES

Nanaimo, 13-17yrs, 18+yrs City

Facility

Activity

Date & Time

Registration Opens

Registration Closes

Parksville

Riptide Lagoon

Mini golf

Tues, Sept 11, Mon, Aug 13, 6:00pm-8:00pm at noon

Fri, Aug 17, at noon

Nanaimo

Nanaimo Aquatic Centre

Group games & activities

Tues, Oct 23, Mon, Sep 10, 6:00pm-8:00pm at noon

Fri, Sep 14, at noon

Nanaimo

Nanaimo Aquatic Centre

Group games & activities

Tues, Nov 20, 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

Outdoor Rec–TBA

October 2018 Date/Time TBA

Monday, Sep 10, at noon

Friday, Sep 14, at noon

Victoria

Interactivity Board Game Café

Board Games

Sunday, Nov 4, 5:00pm-6:30pm

Monday, Oct 8, at noon

Friday, Oct 12, at noon

* Programs have not yet been confirmed.

Monthly Youth & Young Adult Program (Ages 13-17 & 18+) Lower Mainland 13-17yrs City

Facility

Activity

Date & Time

Registration Opens

Registration Closes

Vancouver

Tradeworks

Woodworking

Mon, Aug 13, at noon

Fri, Aug 17, at noon

Surrey

Port Kell Farms

Pumpkin Patch & Hay Maze

Sat, Sept 22, 10:00am12:00pm Sat, Oct 13, 10:00am12:00pm

Mon, Sep 10, at noon

Fri, Sep 14, at noon

Burnaby

Microsoft at Metrotown Mall

Microsoft 3D Paint Workshop

Sunday, Nov 4, 9:30am11:00am

Monday, Oct 8, at noon

Fri, Oct 12, at noon

Registration Closes Fri, Aug 17, at noon

Lower Mainland 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 & Maze

Sat, Oct 20, 10:00am-noon

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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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 some fun, meet new people and get out in your community with support from friendly peers.

Program Structure Duration: 90 minutes, 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 & TIMES* City

Facility

Day of the

Time

Start Date

Finish Date

Kelowna*

Martin Avenue

Week TBD

4:30pm-

TBD

TBD

(13-17 & 18+yrs)

Community Centre

North

Harry Jerome Rec

6:30pm-

Oct 15,

Nov 26,

Vancouver (18+)

Centre

8:00pm

2018

2018

Surrey

Guildford

6:30pm-

Oct 10,

Nov 21,

(13-17yrs)

Recreation Centre

8:00pm

2018

2018

Vancouver

Britannia

4:45pm-

Oct 10,

Nov 21,

(13-17yrs)

Community Centre

6:15pm

2018

2018

Vancouver

Britannia

6:30pm-

Oct 10,

Nov 21,

(18+)

Community Centre

8:00pm

2018

2018

* Programs have not yet been confirmed.

6:00pm Monday

Wednesday Wednesday

Wednesday

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Music (Ages 13-17) The Music program, in partnership with Sarah McLachlan School of Music, offers 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. A fun environment to grow your musical skills and hang out with other youth in your community.

Program Structure & Supports Music lessons are directed by the Sarah McLachlan School of Music and supported by CAN staff and volunteers. Each lesson consists of 8-10 participants who may be split into smaller groups.

FALL 2018 MUSIC LOCATIONS & TIMES* City

Facility

Day of

Time

Start

End Date

Vancouver (13-17 yrs)

Sarah McLachlan School of Music

Monday

7:30pm-8:30pm

Oct 15, Dec 10, 2018 2018

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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 your swimming skills, meet new people and build your fitness.

Program Structure Duration: 45 minutes, 8 weeks Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring Cost: $60.00 Siblings: No Session structure: Skill development, water safety awareness Program Supports: High ratio of support provided by a certified swim instructor, trained support workers and dedicated volunteers.

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Swim: Youth & Young Adult (Ages 13+) FALL 2018 SWIM: YOUTH & YOUNG ADULT LOCATIONS & TIMES City

Start Date

Finish

5:30pm-6:15pm

Oct 14,

Date Dec 9,

Centre

6:15pm-7:00pm

2018

2018

Duncan

Cowichan Aquatic

7:00pm-7:45pm 12:30pm-1:00pm

Oct 13,

Dec 8,

Kamloops

Centre Westsyde Pool and

12:30pm-1:00pm

2018 Oct 14,

2018 Dec 9,

Kelowna

Fitness Centre Parkinson Recreation

6:30pm-7:15pm

2018 Oct 14,

2018 Dec 9,

Port

Centre Hyde Creek

2:00pm-2:45pm

2018 Oct 14,

2018 Dec 9,

Coquitlam Surrey

Recreation Centre Surrey YMCA

7:00pm-7:45pm

2018 Oct 12,

2018 Dec 7,

7:45pm-8:30pm

2018

2018

Oct 13,

Dec 8,

2018

2018

Burnaby

Facility

Day of the

Edmonds Recreation

Week Sunday

Saturday Sunday Sunday Sunday Friday

Time

8:30pm-9:15pm Victoria

Juan da Fuca Recreation Centre

Saturday

5:00pm-5:45pm

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Thank you to our Sponsors

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SOCIAL PROGRAMS Proudly supported by:

Outdoor Rec

1788 West 8th Avenue Vancouver, BC 604-685-4049 info@canucksautism.ca

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