Archived Community Events

Autism in the 21st Century Much of what we have been taught about Autism is based on myths, stereotypes and past research done by non-autistics. Treatment or therapy is often recommended based on this information. This 8 week course is Autistic designed, aligns with the [...]

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. [...]

Want your kids to develop their self-awareness and express their emotions through art while practicing their social? Then this is the perfect class for your 10-15 year old girls! I have run this class many times in person and online and it is always popular! [...]

Join us for a fun social play group. This group is facilitated by a staff member with a maximum of 4 participants. Activities include arts and crafts, cooking, movement activities, outdoor play (weather permitting), and more!  This group runs every Friday from 12:30pm - 2:30pm until Spring [...]

Autism in the 21st Century Much of what we have been taught about Autism is based on myths, stereotypes and past research done by non-autistics. Treatment or therapy is often recommended based on this information. This 8 week course is Autistic designed, aligns with the [...]

Calling all Cadets! Are you aged 8-12 years old and ready to solve the mystery of emotions and social encounters? Join a small group of fellow Cadets and learn to decode how you and others feel and behave. During your Cadet Club Meetings participants will [...]

Social Group is a programme that allows incorporating tools to improve the relationship and social interaction with peers, while providing an opportunity to meet other children, identify with their problems and difficulties, learn and help each other and feel part of a group . Likewise, it [...]

SOCIAL for LIFE-Part One About the Social Communication Training Program:  COLOR MY CONVERSATION (CMC) is an evidence-based social communication program for motivated teens (Ages 12-18) who are interested in improving their ability to strengthen their communication skills and social connections with others.   TEENS: During [...]

Many families struggle to feel ready for the transition into Kindergarten and the early primary grades. Our Developing Skills, Student Success group creates a fun and safe way for small groups of young students to encounter the classroom environment, and the initial basics of structure [...]

For most autistic children and youth, understanding relationships, personal safety and boundaries can be challenging; therefore, direct teaching and support is required. Parents can support their children with building skills in these areas through various means at home and through community programming. This session will [...]

This 12-week online course will explore the latest scientific insights and proven brain-body-sensory strategies to foster connection, regulation, and safety in children with sensitized stress response systems, including neurodivergent children. We'll be exploring behaviour as to what’s truly happening inside the child, understanding the importance [...]

Social Saplings is a successful program that I have developed that pulls from various sources using cognitive behaviour therapy, art therapy and anxiety strategies. Classes are tailored to the students’ needs. Generally they cover communication, emotional regulation and friendship skills. Social Saplings is about improving [...]

Elevate the Social Experience for Teens with Diverse Abilities!  Discover the dynamic realm of our Helping Adolescents Network and Grow (HANG) style groups – where fun meets social growth!  In these vibrant sessions, teen peers with Diverse Abilities connect in a lively atmosphere, engaging in [...]

Hiring support staff and respite providers is not always as straightforward as it seems. This webinar will look at the difference between hiring employees and contractors when it comes to caregivers, support staff, and respite providers. Each position has specific rules and regulations to follow [...]

For most autistic children and youth, understanding relationships, personal safety and boundaries can be challenging; therefore, direct teaching and support is required. Parents can support their children with building skills in these areas through various means at home and through community programming. This session will [...]

Dr. Connor Kerns of UBC's Anxiety, Stress and Autism Program will be presenting two current research projects aimed at better understanding of the relationship between social-emotional processing and well-being in young adulthood.

𝗨𝗻𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗸 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗲𝗻'𝘀 𝗣𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗣𝗘𝗘𝗥𝗦® 𝗢𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲!  Does your neurodiverse teen feel  ready to thrive in social situations and build lasting connections? Pivot Point is introducing PEERS®: Program for the Education and Enrichment of Relational Skills ONLINE – a game-changer for neurodiverse teens aged 13-18! Top [...]

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 [...]

PEERs is the only evidence-based social skills intervention for motivated teens who may present with ADHD, Depression, Low support needs Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorder, Anxiety, or any other social or behavioral issues. Participants should be behaviorally and emotionally regulated. In the PEERS program, your teen will learn: Using [...]

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 [...]