Community Events in BC

Many parents/caregivers would like to learn more about what the research says about the experiences and outcomes for siblings of a child/youth with a disability, as well as the support that may be offered to them. This session will provide: Key findings from literature to [...]

Youth fun and fitness is all about moving and grooving! During the program there will be active games, daily challenges, and sport time with friends. This program is free of cost, and open to youths 12-24. If you have any song requests let us know! [...]

Join us from the comfort of your home for an hour every Wednesday for laughs, connections and just plain fun! This one-hour club will include games, social time and virtual field trips. March 29 - May 3 Wednesdays, 6:00pm – 7:00pm Ages 6-18 years Cost: [...]

𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗰𝗿𝗮𝗳𝘁 - 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗱𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽𝘀 𝗪𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗲 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱𝘀! Autistic and Diverse Abilities youth often find it challenging in making friends, feeling accepted, feeling free to express themselves without judgement. A safe social space can be extremely hard to achieve, yet it is every person’s right [...]

Many parents/caregivers would like to learn more about what the research says about the experiences and outcomes for siblings of a child/youth with a disability, as well as the support that may be offered to them. This session will provide: Key findings from literature to [...]

Research is showing that the incidence of girls on the autism spectrum is higher than previously thought. The expression of autism may be somewhat different in girls than it is in boys. This workshop will help you to develop a better understanding of: The differences [...]

Join us in learning skills to support successful social interactions. Based on the AIM® curriculum, this group is for children aged 5-7 years old who want to learn mindfulness, cooperation, sharing, and conversation skills. These skills are important for children to interact appropriately with others [...]

Join the Family Support Institute for a four-part Navigating Education series for families. Register for one presentation or all four. Part 4: Parent Voices: What’s Working This session hear from other families who have walked before us as they share their experiences, tips, and suggestions [...]

Research is showing that the incidence of girls on the autism spectrum is higher than previously thought. The expression of autism may be somewhat different in girls than it is in boys. This workshop will help you to develop a better understanding of: The differences [...]

Grief is a universal experience; however, it comes at different points of life for individuals. Supporting autistic children and youth who are dealing with the death of a loved one or a pet, a family members serious illness or other losses is imperative. Grief can [...]

Grief is a universal experience; however, it comes at different points of life for individuals. Supporting autistic children and youth who are dealing with the death of a loved one or a pet, a family members serious illness or other losses is imperative. Grief can [...]

This group is designed for those who prefer a quieter slower pace! Each day, two staff meet up to 8 participants on location for their chosen activity. Participants will choose between various staff lead individual projects such as art, crafts and reading or to interact [...]

Eco Adventure Club offers a fun outdoor pursuit each week! Eco Adventure Club is a weekly program for youth ages 7-15 where participants explore different locations and outdoor activities around their community within our unique social skill building process. “Helping Adolescents / Adults Network and [...]

The Individual Education Plan (IEP) is an important tool to support students with disabilities and diverse needs in schools across the province. This session will support understanding of the new Competency Based IEP (CB-IEP) which utilizes the principles of inclusion, student agency and responsive planning. [...]

The Individual Education Plan (IEP) is an important tool to support students with disabilities and diverse needs in schools across the province. This session will support understanding of the new Competency Based IEP (CB-IEP) which utilizes the principles of inclusion, student agency and responsive planning. [...]

Part of helping autistic children and youth increase their self-awareness and self-advocacy is sharing the diagnosis and exploring what this means to them. Research that includes the voices of autistic individuals offers valuable perspectives on this topic, as well as literature that provides parent experiences [...]

  DATE: Tuesday April 25th, 2023 TIME: 6pm to 8pm LOCATION: Online Webinar COST: $50.00 per person This educational session teaches basic information about Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), the science of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), and why ABA-based autism treatments are the most effective and [...]

Part of helping autistic children and youth increase their self-awareness and self-advocacy is sharing the diagnosis and exploring what this means to them. Research that includes the voices of autistic individuals offers valuable perspectives on this topic, as well as literature that provides parent experiences [...]

  DATE: Thursday April 27th, 2023 TIME: 6pm to 8pm LOCATION: Online Webinar COST: $50.00 per person Two key, related skills that children normally acquire early in their development are social referencing and joint attention. These skills are thought to be especially important for children [...]

Become safety-aware while in your community by attending our workshop by Rachel Zubick, a Vernon Community Safety Officer. She will cover all aspects of safety, such as waiting for the bus, walking on your own, etc. For people eligible for CLBC Services , Self-Advocates and [...]