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Effective Transition Planning into Adulthood for Autistic Youth
Transitions are a natural part of life, but they may be difficult for people with ASD. Planning for the transition into adulthood can help make this important shift manageable for both families and youth with ASD. This session will: Help families develop an understanding of [...]
Square Peg Society Activities - April 2024 Part 2
Friday, Apr 19 SPS Meeting: Connecting to Employment, Part Two Saturday, Apr 27 Movie Chat Night A Double Bill! 3:00pm Migration 4:30pm Pizza, by Donation 6:00pm 12 Monkeys, Watch the film In-person, at Jubilee United Church Tuesday, Apr 30 Everything Relationships Sexual Health Educator, Darren [...]
Acting Atypical - A Foundational Exploration of Acting for Teens and Adults on the Autism Spectrum
Mitch and Murray Productions, in partnership with This World’s Ours Centre is proud to present ACTING ATYPICAL, a foundational exploration of acting for teens and adults on the autism spectrum. The exciting program is hosted by Mitch and Murray Productions artistic director Aaron Craven. Our [...]
Learn About Support Worker Central
Are you looking to hire support staff? Learn about Support Worker Central (SWC), a free, provincial-wide job board created for people with disabilities and their families who hire their own support staff. During this presentation, you will learn how the job board works, how to [...]
Supporting Executive Functioning Skills for Children & Youth with ASD
Many individuals with ASD struggle with executive functioning, however improving skills in this area is vital for developing independence and functioning successfully in many settings. This workshop will help participants: Develop a better understanding of executive functioning and how it relates to home, school, and [...]
Supporting Executive Functioning Skills for Children & Youth with ASD
Many individuals with ASD struggle with executive functioning, however improving skills in this area is vital for developing independence and functioning successfully in many settings. This workshop will help participants: Develop a better understanding of executive functioning and how it relates to home, school, and [...]
Discover the Listening Program - Free Webinar
West Coast Centre for Learning is delighted to welcome Mandy Doman, President of Advanced Brain, as she presents an introduction to the groundbreaking Listening Program and guides us through its myriad benefits. The Listening Program (TLP) is a globally acclaimed initiative that has positively impacted [...]
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PECS - Level 1 Training
This intensive 13-hour interactive workshop is designed to teach educational and caregiver teams the theory and protocol for the Picture Exchange Communication System® (PECS®), an evidence-based practice based on Applied Behaviour Analysis, typical language development, and B.F. Skinner’s Verbal Behavior. Using presenter demonstrations, role-play opportunities, [...]
Understanding the School System & Working Towards Collaboration
Families have the opportunity to work with their child’s school team in a variety of ways throughout the school year. This session will review: Connections between the roles, rights and responsibilities of teaching staff, administrators, and parents. Relevant policies and procedures that guide programming and [...]
Learning About Support Worker Central
Are you looking to hire support staff? Learn about Support Worker Central (SWC), a free, provincial-wide job board created for people with disabilities and their families who hire their own support staff. During this presentation, you will learn how the job board works, how to [...]
Pre-Kindergarten Program
Our Pre-Kindergarten Program is designed for autistic children 3-5 years old. We have created an adapted curriculum that will be taught by B.C. certified teachers and supported by Behaviour Consultants (BCs) and Behaviour Interventionists (BIs). There will be two programs per day, one for high-intensity [...]
Online ADI-R Training with Dr. Somer Bishop (Oct. '24)
About the course This two-day web-based training is intended to introduce new users of the Autism Diagnostic Interview-Revised (ADI-R) to administration and scoring principles of the instrument. The ADI-R is a semi-structured, standardized parent interview designed to elicit information about social-communication deficits and restricted [...]