Community Events in BC

ACT lists workshops and conferences in BC related to autism and other diverse needs that are provided by local agencies and organizations. Submit your event.

Acting Atypical - A Foundational Exploration of Acting for Teens and Adults on the Autism Spectrum

Acting Atypical - A Foundational Exploration of Acting for Teens and Adults on the Autism Spectrum

Sunday, April 21, 2024    
12:00 am
Vancouver
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 [...]
Centre Based Summer Camp - Monarch House

Centre Based Summer Camp - Monarch House

Monday, April 22, 2024 - Friday, April 26, 2024    
8:45 am - 11:45 am
Burnaby
Engaging mornings full of activities like arts and crafts and games! We keep smaller group sizes for more meaningful connections with campers.
Adventure Summer Camp - Monarch House

Adventure Summer Camp - Monarch House

Monday, April 22, 2024 - Friday, April 26, 2024    
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Burnaby
In a small group, friends go to nearby parks and venues! To foster a sense of ownership and belonging the children choose their own adventures for the day picking from a list of options. This option is for ages 8+.
Learn About Support Worker Central

Learn About Support Worker Central

Tuesday, April 23, 2024    
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Zoom
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

Supporting Executive Functioning Skills for Children & Youth with ASD

Tuesday, April 23, 2024    
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
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

Supporting Executive Functioning Skills for Children & Youth with ASD

Thursday, April 25, 2024    
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
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

Discover the Listening Program - Free Webinar

Friday, April 26, 2024    
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
The Listening Program
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

Monday, April 29, 2024 - Tuesday, April 30, 2024    
8:00 am - 3:30 pm
PECS Level 1 Training - Online, Remote (April 2024)
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

Understanding the School System & Working Towards Collaboration

Tuesday, April 30, 2024    
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
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 [...]
P.E. Pals

P.E. Pals

Monday, May 6, 2024 - Tuesday, June 25, 2024    
3:45 pm - 5:15 pm
Vancouver
P.E . Pals P.E. Pals is an afterschool club to both make friends and exercise! Our indoor space has lots of room to move around and be active. We will play a variety of group games and activities such as tag, dancing, yoga, obstacle courses, [...]
Learning About Support Worker Central

Learning About Support Worker Central

Tuesday, June 18, 2024    
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Zoom
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 [...]
Center Based Camp - Monarch House

Center Based Camp - Monarch House

Tuesday, July 2, 2024 - Friday, July 5, 2024    
8:45 am - 11:45 am
Abbotsford
Engaging morning full of activities like arts and crafts and games! This is in a smaller group for more meaningful connections with campers. 
Adventure Summer Camp - Monarch House

Adventure Summer Camp - Monarch House

Tuesday, July 2, 2024 - Friday, July 5, 2024    
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Abbotsford
In a small group, friends go to nearby parks and venues, to foster a sense of ownership and belonging. The children choose their own adventures for the day picking from a list of options! This option is for children aged 8+. 
Pre-Kindergarten Program

Pre-Kindergarten Program

Tuesday, July 2, 2024 - Saturday, August 31, 2024    
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
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 [...]
Centre Based Summer Camp - Monarch House

Centre Based Summer Camp - Monarch House

Monday, July 8, 2024 - Friday, July 12, 2024    
8:45 am - 11:45 am
Port Coquitlam
Engaging mornings full or activities like arts and crafts and games! We keep smaller groups for more meaningful connections with campers. This is open to all ages!
Adventure Summer Camp

Adventure Summer Camp

Monday, July 8, 2024 - Friday, July 12, 2024    
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Port Coquitlam
In a small group friends go to nearby parks and venues, to foster a sense of ownership and belonging, the children choose their own adventures for the day picking from a list of options. This option is for children ages 8+.
Vancouver: HANG Eco Adventure Club

Vancouver: HANG Eco Adventure Club

Wednesday, July 10, 2024 - Wednesday, August 28, 2024    
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Vancouver Eco Adventure Club
Attention parents of neurodiverse youth in Vancouver! Are you searching for an exciting and supportive outdoor adventure experience for your child? Look no further than our Eco Adventure Club! What's in it for your child? Let them explore breathtaking locations and dive into thrilling outdoor [...]
Adventure Summer Camp - Monarch House

Adventure Summer Camp - Monarch House

Monday, July 15, 2024 - Friday, July 19, 2024    
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Surrey
In a small group, friends go to nearby parks and venues! To foster a sense of ownership and belonging the children choose their own adventures for the day picking from a list of options. This option is for ages 8+.
Centre Based Summer Camp - Monarch House

Centre Based Summer Camp - Monarch House

Monday, July 29, 2024 - Friday, August 2, 2024    
8:45 am - 11:45 am
Abbotsford
Engaging mornings full of activities like arts and crafts and games! We keep smaller group sizes for more meaningful connections with campers. This option is for all ages!
Adventure Summer Camp - Monarch House

Adventure Summer Camp - Monarch House

Monday, July 29, 2024 - Friday, August 2, 2024    
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Abbotsford
In a small group friends go to nearby parks and venues. To foster a sense of ownership and belonging. The children choose their own adventure for the day picking from a list of options. This option is for ages 8+.
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