Spring Leisure Guide 1
April-June 2019 Lower Mainland | Interior | Vancouver Island
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Important Reminders
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Online registration for weekly sports and rec programs takes place from Monday, February 11th at noon to Friday, February 15th at noon. CAN Membership is required for registration. Registration
Registration requests first go to a PENDING status, meaning that no spots are provided on a first-come, first-served basis.
The registration system has a ranking feature that allows participants to identify the order of preference for program requests.
While we do our best to accommodate preferences, they are not guaranteed.
Participants are encouraged to request and rank all programs and locations of interest in order to help us better identify demand. This will help guide our future programming decisions and highlight areas most in need of fundraising support.
Waitlists
Due to the popularity of select programs, waitlists will occur.
Don’t be discouraged by waitlists. Being on a waitlist positively impacts your chances of enrolment for future seasons.
Registration Guidelines
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Our goal is to accommodate as many unique individuals with autism as possible throughout the year.
Enrolment decisions are based on various factors, including program demand, a participant’s registration history with CAN and a participant’s current and past program registration ranking.
Program by Location
| Spring 20193
Interior
Vancouver Island Duncan
Kamloops
Family Event (All Ages)
Active (3-6yrs)
Multisport (7-12yrs)
Family Event (All Ages)
Monthly Youth & Young Adults Program (13-17yrs, 18+yrs)*
Multisport (7-12yrs)
Swim (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs, 13+yrs)
Nanaimo
Active (3-6yrs)
Monthly Youth & Young Adults Program (13-17yrs, 18+yrs)
Multisport (7-12yrs)
Kelowna
Swim (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs)
Family Events (All Ages)
Monthly Youth & Young Adult Program (13+yrs)
Swim (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs, 13+yrs)
Weekly Youth & Young Adult Program (13-17yrs, 18+yrs)*
Victoria
Active (3-6yrs)
Family Event (All Ages)
Monthly Youth & Young Adults Program (13-17yrs, 18+yrs)
Multisport (7-12yrs)
Swim (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs, 13+)
West Kelowna
Active (3-6yrs)
Multisport (7-12yrs)
*Program details are in the process of confirming. Online registration for weekly sports and recreation programs takes place from Monday, February 11th, at noon to Friday, February 15th, at noon. CAN Membership is required for registration. PLEASE NOTE: Program times and locations are subject to change. For more information on program registration, please see page 32. 3
Spring Programs by Location
4 | Spring 2019
Lower Mainland Abbotsford
Mission
Active (3-6yrs)
Multisport (7-12yrs)
North Vancouver
Burnaby
Swim (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs)
Family Event (All Ages)
Monthly Youth & Young
Swim (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs, 13+yrs)
Port Coquitlam
Fitness (13+yrs)
Swim (3-6yrs)
Delta
Gymnastics (7-12yrs)*
Langley
Active (3-6yrs)
Multisport (7-12yrs)
Swim (7-12yrs, 13+yrs)
Richmond
Active (3-6yrs)
Multisport (7-12yrs) Swim (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs, 13+yrs) Weekly Youth Program (13-17yrs)
Active (3-6yrs)
Gymnastics (7-12yrs)
Multisport (7-12yrs)
Swim (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs)
Active (3-6yrs)
Multisport (7-12yrs)
(15+yrs)
Adult Program (13-17 yrs, 18+yrs)
Music (7-12yrs, 13-17yrs)
Multisport (7-12yrs)
Swim (3-6yrs)*
Surrey
Maple Ridge
Explore Volunteering
Dragon Boating (16+yrs)
Weekly Youth and Young Adult Program (13-17yrs, 18+yrs)
Multisport (7-12yrs)
Coquitlam
Swim (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs)
Active (3-6yrs)
Outdoor Recreation (13-17, 18+yrs)
Active (3-6yrs)
Chilliwack
Vancouver
Swim (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs)
Weekly Youth and Young Adult Program (13-17yrs, 18+yrs)
*Program details is in the process of confirming. Online registration for weekly sports and recreation programs takes place from Monday, February 11th, at noon to Friday, February 15th, at noon. CAN Membership is required for registration.
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About Canucks Autism Network
| Spring 20195
Canucks Autism Network (CAN) provides year-round sports and recreation programs for children, youth, young adults and families living with autism while increasing awareness and providing training in communities across BC. The CAN team consists of a diverse group of trained staff, experienced support workers and dedicated volunteers who administer programs in safe and supportive environments. Interested in signing up for CAN programs? If you are interesting in participating in CAN programs, you must first sign up for an online CAN Participant Membership. Please visit: https://canucksautismprograms.ca to begin this process. Already a member? If you are already a member and you know that registration is open for programs that interest you, please log into your account and continue to complete your program registration at: https://canucksautismprograms.ca. For a monthly reminder of upcoming Canucks Autism Network programs and registration dates, please check the CAN email newsletter, which is sent out at the start of each month. Access our most recent newsletters. Find information about our programs, including registration information, eligibility, as well as program locations and times, by clicking on any of the programs listed below. SPRING PROGRAM
AGE
Active
3-6yrs
Dragon Boating
16+yrs
Explore Volunteering
15+yrs
Family Events
All Ages
Fitness
13-17yrs, 18+yrs
Gymnastics
7-12yrs
Monthly Youth & Young Adult Programs
13-17yrs, 18+yrs
Multisport (formerly the Sports program)
7-12 yrs
Music
7-12yrs, 13-17yrs
Outdoor Recreation
13-17yrs, 18+yrs
Swim
3-6yrs, 7-12yrs, 13+yrs
Weekly Youth & Young Adults Program
13-17yrs, 18+yrs 5
Active (Ages 3-6) (formerly I CAN Be Active)
A fundamental introduction to movement and skills
The purpose of the Active program is to teach children with autism, and their siblings, fundamental movement skills in a safe and supportive environment. Learning basic skills such as running, jumping, throwing and balancing helps children build the confidence necessary for a lifetime of sport and physical activity. This program is designed to give children the opportunity to be active and work on their basic skills through games.
Program Structure & Supports Duration: 45-minutes, once per week, for 6 weeks Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring Cost: No cost Siblings: Yes Session Structure: Warm-up, group games, individual skill practice—see more in the Active Storybook Program Supports: At Canucks Autism Network, we strive to meet the needs of each participant. For more information about the supports provided at our weekly programs, please see page 32.
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Active (Ages 3-6)
| Spring 20197
SPRING ACTIVE LOCATIONS & TIMES
City
Facility
Day
Time
Starts
Ends
Abbotsford
Abbotsford Rec Centre
Thursday
5:15pm-6:00pm
May 2
June 6
Burnaby**
Cameron Recreation Centre
Saturday
6:00pm-6:45pm **June 1, 8 & 15 sessions will change to 4:00pm-4:45pm
Apr 27
Jun 15
Burnaby
Tuesday
6:15pm-7:00pm
Apr 23
May 28
Kamloops
Edmonds Community Centre Beattie Elementary School
Monday
5:30pm-6:15pm
Apr 29
Jun 17
Kamloops
Beattie Elementary School
Tuesday
5:30pm-6:15pm
Apr 23
May 28
Langley
Walnut Grove Recreation Centre Maple Ridge Leisure Centre Pleasant Valley Elementary
Sunday
1:15pm-2:00pm
Apr 28
Jun 16
Sunday
9:45am-10:30am
Apr 28
Jun 16
Wednesday
4:30pm-5:15pm
Apr 1
Jun 5
Port Coquitlam Surrey
Hyde Creek Recreation Centre Chuck Bailey Recreation Centre
Wednesday
5:30pm-6:15pm
Apr 24
May 29
Sunday
4:30pm-5:15pm 5:15pm-6:00pm
Apr 28
Jun 16
Vancouver
Britannia Community Centre
Monday
5:15pm-6:00pm 6:00pm-6:45pm
Apr 29
Jun 10
Victoria West Kelowna
Royal Oak Middle School Mar Jok Elementary School
Saturday Monday
1:00pm-1:45pm 5:15pm-6:00pm
Apr 27 May 6
Jun 15 Jun 24
Maple Ridge Nanaimo
Online registration for weekly programs is open to pending enrolment from Monday, February 11, at noon, to Friday, February 15, at noon. For more information on program registration, please see page 32. 7
Dragon Boating (16+yrs)
8 | Spring 2019
Dragon Boating offers young adults with
Program Structure
autism the benefits of being part of a
Duration: 120 –minutes, once per week,
dragon boat team in a safe and supportive
for 10 weeks
environment. This program is a great
Regatta Dates: June 9th & June 22-23rd
opportunity for participants to work on
Seasons: Spring
fitness, team building and social skills. The
Siblings: No
Dragon Boating program is possible due to
Session Structure: Participants are
the partnership with the Britannia
supported by trained program coaches,
Community Centre. Participants in this
experienced support workers, and
program are training to compete in the
dedicated volunteers. The ratio of staff/
Concord Pacific Dragon Boat Festival.
volunteers to participants will be 1:3.
SPRING DRAGON BOATING LOCATION & TIMES City
Facility
Days
Time
Starts
Ends
Vancouver
Creekside Community
Thursdays
5:30pm-7:30pm
Apr 18
Jun 27
Centre
Online registration for weekly programs is open to pending enrolment from Monday, February 11, at noon, to Friday, February 15, at noon. For more information on program registration, please see page 32.
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Explore Volunteering (15+yrs)
| Spring 20199
The Explore Volunteering program provides
Program Structure
opportunities for youth and young adults with
Duration: 2.5hrs, once per week, for
autism to sample volunteer tasks in a variety of
8 weeks
community settings. The program encourages
Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring
community engagement alongside peers while
Cost: No cost
developing volunteer experience, work skills, and communication and social skills.
Siblings: No Session Structure: Volunteer
Online registration for weekly programs
opportunities across various work
is open to pending enrolment from
settings (ex. Science World, Union Gospel
Monday, February 11, at noon, to Friday,
Mission, community gardens, etc.)
February 15, at noon. For more information on program registration, please see page 32.
SPRING EXPLORE VOLUNTEERING LOCATIONS & TIMES City
Location
Day
Time
Starts
Ends
Vancouver
Various
Saturdays
9:30am-12:00pm
Apr 27
Jun 22 9
Family Events (All Ages)
10 | Spring 2019
The purpose of Family Events is to provide families with opportunities to enjoy a variety of fun activities in a safe, supportive, non-judgmental environment. Canucks Autism Network offers a range of activities throughout the year that are open to the entire family, with all ages welcome. Due to the nature of Family Events, 1:1 support is not available, however, each Family Event is supported by many helpful volunteers.
SPRING FAMILY EVENT LOCATIONS & TIMES City
Facility
Activity
Date & Time
Reg. Opens
Duncan**
BC Forest Discovery Centre Falcon Lanes
Easter Eggspress
Mon, Apr 22 9:00am-10:00am
TBA - April newsletter
Family Bowling
April - Date and Time TBA - March newsletter TBA
Kelowna**
Kelowna Encore
Movie Matinee
Sun, Jun 8 10:00am-12:00pm
TBA - May Newsletter
Vancouver
The Tea House
Easter Breakfast
Sat, Apr 13 8:30am-10:15am
Mon, Mar 25
Fri, Mar 29 at
at noon
noon
Vancouver
BC Place
Sports Day
Sun, May 12
TBA - April Newsletter
Victoria*
Inspire Sports
Gymnastics
Sat, April 13
TBA - March Newsletter
Kamloops**
Reg.Closes
*Program details are in the process of confirming. 10
**These family events that DO NOT require a CAN membership to attend.
Fitness (Ages 13-17 & 18+)
11 | Spring 2019
The Fitness program offers youth and young adults with autism the opportunity to become
Program Structure
more comfortable in a gym environment with
Duration: 90-minutes, once per week, for 6
the support of qualified instructors and
weeks
alongside peers.
Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring Cost: No cost
The program will focus on learning to use fitness equipment independently and safely, gym etiquette and improving strength and stamina. Improve your fitness, meet new
Siblings: No Session Structure: Individual, partner and group exercises
people and grow your confidence.
SPRING FITNESS LOCATIONS & TIMES City
Facility
Day
Time
Starts
Ends
Coquitlam
Pinetree Community Centre
Sundays
11:30am-12:30pm
Apr 28
Jun 16
Online registration for weekly programs is open to pending enrolment from Monday, February 11, at noon, to Friday, February 15, at noon. For more information on program registration, please see page 32. 11
Gymnastics (Ages 7-12) The purpose of this program is to teach gymnastics skills to children and youth with autism in a safe and supportive environment. The program will focus on basic gymnastics skills, as well as general gym safety. Participants will gain exposure to typical gymnastics equipment found in a gymnastics facility, such as floor, beam, bars, rings and trampoline.
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Program Structure Duration: 60-minute sessions for 6 weeks Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring Cost: $60.00 Siblings: No Session Structure: Circuit-style activities, individual and small group skill practice and group games - see more in
Gymnastics Activity Storybook to help prepare your child for the program.
Canucks Autism Network (CAN) is excited to be providing this program in partnership with Delta Gymnastics Society and Langley Gymnastics. Each facility will provide qualified gymnastics coaches to oversee the lessons and work in collaboration with CAN to make adaptions to curriculum to ensure the success of participants. 12
Gymnastics (Ages 7-12)
13 | Spring 2019
Online registration for weekly programs is open to pending enrolment from Monday, February 11, at noon, to Friday, February 15, at noon. For more information on program registration, please see page 32.
SPRING GYMNASTICS LOCATIONS & TIMES City
Facility
Day
Time
Delta (7-12yrs)
Delta Gymnastics
Sundays
6:30pm-7:30pm 7:30pm-8:30pm
Langley
Langley Gymnastics
Sundays
10:00am-11:00am 11:00am-12:00pm
(7-12yrs)
Start Date Apr 28
Finish Date Jun 16
Apr 28
Jun 16
Burnaby and Kelowna Gymnastics will not be running in Spring 2019. 13
Monthly Youth & Young Adult Programs: Vancouver Island14
(Ages 13-17, 18+) The purpose of the youth and young adult monthly programs is to provide 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 and also try something new! Program Structure Duration: 1 day event, length varies
from 1-3hrs Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer Cost: No cost Siblings: No
SPRING MONTHLY YOUTH & YOUNG ADULT LOCATIONS & TIMES
Nanaimo, 13-17yrs, 18+yrs City
Facility
Activity
Date & Time
Reg. Opens
Reg. Closes
Nanaimo
Airhouse Trampoline Park Nanaimo Aquatic Centre
Trampolining
Tue, Apr 9 5pm-7pm
Mon, Mar 11, at noon
Fri, Mar 15, at noon
Yoga and Mindfulness
Mon, May 6 6:00pm-8:00pm
Mon, Apr 8, at noon
Fri, Apr 12, at noon
Pipers Lagoon Park
Beach Day with Games!
Tue, Jun 4 6:00pm-8:00pm
Mon, May 13, at noon
Fri, May 17, at noon
Nanaimo Nanaimo
Victoria, 13-17yrs, 18+yrs
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City Victoria
Facility Jeneece’s Place
Activity Volunteering in the community
Date & Time Sat, May 11 10:00am-11:30am
Reg. Opens Mon, Apr 8, at noon
Reg. Closes Fri, Apr 12, at noon
Victoria
Sannich Commonwealth Place
Photo Scavenger Hunt
Sun, June 16 1:00pm-3:00pm
Mon, May 13, at noon
Fri, May 17, at noon
Monthly Youth & Young Adult Programs: Lower Mainland
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(Ages 13-17, 18+) SPRING MONTHLY YOUTH & YOUNG ADULT PROGRAM LOCATIONS & TIMES
Lower Mainland, 13-17yrs City
Facility
Activity
Date & Time
Reg. Opens
Reg. Closes
Vancouver Pacific Coast Apartments
Introductory Cooking Class
Thurs, Apr 25 6:00pm-8:00pm
Mon, Mar 11, at noon
Fri, Mar 15, at noon
Vancouver TradeWorks
Introductory Woodworking Class
Thurs, May 23 5:30pm-7:30pm
Mon Apr 8, at noon
Fri, Apr 12, at noon
Reg. Closes
Fri, Apr 12, at noon
Lower Mainland, 18+yrs City
Facility
Activity
Date & Time
Vancouver
Pacific Coast Apartments
Introductory Cooking Class
Fri, Apr 26 6:00pm-8:00pm
Reg.Open s Mon, Mar 11, at noon
Vancouver
TradeWorks
Introductory Woodworking Class
Thurs, May 30 5:30pm-7:30pm
Mon Apr 8, at noon
Fri, Mar 15, at noon
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Monthly Youth & Young Adult Programs: Interior
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(Ages 13+) SPRING MONTHLY YOUTH & YOUNG ADULT PROGRAM LOCATIONS & TIMES Kamloops & Kelowna, 13yrs+ City
Facility
Activity
Date & Time
Reg. Opens
Reg. Closes
Kamloops*
TBD
Yoga
Wed, May 1 Time – TBD
Mon Apr 8, at noon
Fri, Apr 12, at noon
Kelowna
Central Okanagan Community Farm
Monthly Volunteering
Sat, Jun 15
Mon, May 13, at noon
Fri, May 17, at noon
9:30am-11:30am
*Program details are in the process of confirming.
Online registration for weekly programs is open to pending enrolment from Monday, February 11, at noon, to Friday, February 15, at noon. For more information on program registration, please see page 32.
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Multisport (Ages 7-12)
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(formerly the Sports program)
An introduction to various sports
The purpose of the Multisport program is to provide children with autism, and their siblings, a fun introduction into the world of sports! Participants will enjoy games and drills that work on a variety of skills used in various sports This program is designed to provide a fun, safe and supportive environment for all those taking part.
Program Structure Duration: 60-minutes, once per week, for 6 weeks Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring Cost: No Cost Siblings: Yes Session Structure: Individual practice and group games that work on skills
relating to physical literacy, and a variety of sports Participants can prepare for this program by reviewing the Multisport Activity Storybook.
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Multisport (Ages 7-12)
18 | Spring 2019
SPRING MULTISPORT LOCATIONS & TIMES City
Facility
Day
Time
Starts
Ends
Abbotsford
Abbotsford Recreation Centre
Thursdays
6:00pm-7:00pm
May 2
Jun 6
Burnaby
Cameron Recreation Centre
Saturdays
6:45pm-7:45pm **June 1, 8 & 15 sessions will change to 4:45pm-5:45pm
Apr 27 Jun 15
Burnaby
Edmonds Community Centre
Tuesdays
7:00pm-8:00pm
Apr 23 May 28
Duncan
Queen Margaret’s School
Thursdays
5:30pm-6:15pm 6:15pm-7:15pm
Apr 25 May 30
Kamloops
Beattie Elementary School
Mondays
6:15pm-7:15pm
Apr 29 Jun 17
Kamloops
Beattie Elementary School
Tuesdays
6:15pm-7:15pm
Apr 23 May 28
Langley
Walnut Grove Recreation Centre
Sundays
2:00pm-3:00pm 3:00pm-4:00pm
Apr 28 Jun 16
Maple Ridge
Maple Ridge Leisure Centre
Sundays
10:30am11:30am
Apr 28 Jun 16
Nanaimo
Pleasant Valley Elementary School
Wednesdays
5:15pm-6:15pm
Apr 24 Jun 5
Port Coquitlam
Hyde Creek Recreation Centre
Wednesdays
6:15pm-7:15pm
Apr 24 May 29
Surrey
Surrey YMCA
Sundays
Apr 28 Jun 16
Vancouver
Britannia Community Centre
Mondays
4:00pm-5:00pm 5:00pm-6:00pm 6:45pm-7:45pm 7:45pm-8:45pm
Victoria
Royal Oak Middle School
Saturdays
1:45pm-2:45pm
Apr 27 Jun 15
West Kelowna
Mar Jok Elementary School
Mondays
6:00pm-7:00pm
May 6
Apr 29 Jun 10
Online registration for weekly programs is open to pending enrolment from Monday, February 11, at noon, to Friday, February 15, at noon. For more information on program registration, please see page 32. 18
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Music (Ages 7-12 & 13-17)
19 | Spring 2019
The Music program, in partnership with Sarah McLachlan School of Music, offers children and 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.
Program Structure Duration: 60-minutes for 8 weeks Seasons: Fall, Winter Cost: No cost Siblings: No Session structure: Music lessons directed by Sarah McLachlan School of Music, supported by Canucks Autism Network
staff and volunteers
SPRING MUSIC LOCATIONS & TIMES City
Facility
Days
Time
Starts
Ends
Vancouver (7-12yrs)
Sarah McLachlan School of Music
Fridays
4:15pm-5:00pm
Apr 12
Jun 14
Vancouver (7-12yrs)
Sarah McLachlan School of Music
Fridays
5:15pm-6:00pm
Apr 12
Jun 14
Vancouver (13-18yrs)
Sarah McLachlan School of Music
Fridays
6:15pm-7:15pm
Apr 12
Jun 14
Online registration for weekly programs is open to pending enrolment from Monday, February 11, at noon, to Friday, February 15, at noon. For more information on program registration, please see page 32.
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Outdoor Recreation (Ages 13-17 & 18+)
20 | Spring 2019
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.
SPRING OUTDOOR RECREATION LOCATIONS & TIMES City
Facility
Activity
Date & Time
Reg.Opens
Reg. Closes
North
The Hive
Bouldering at
Thu, Apr 11
the Hive
5:00pm-6:30pm
Mon, Mar 11, at noon
Fri, Mar 15, at noon
Mon Apr 8, at noon
Fri, Apr 12, at noon
Mon, May 13, at noon
Fri, May 17, at noon
Vancouver North
Capilano
Hiking and
Thu, May 16
Vancouver
Watershed
Geocaching
5:00pm-6:30pm
North
Cates Park
Kayaking
Thu, Jun 6
Vancouver
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5:00pm-6:30pm
Swim: Early Years (Ages 3-6)
21 | Spring 2019
Early Years participants work on entries into the water, buoyancy and movement, bubbles, floats, and front and back swim. Games and songs will be incorporated throughout the lessons to create a fun environment that encourages increased comfort in the water! The swim program will teach basic swimming and water safety skills under the nationally recognized Red Cross Swim program. All participants will work toward achieving a Red Cross report card that can eventually transfer to other community-based swim classes.
Program Structure
Session structure: Skill development,
Duration: 30-minute sessions, once
water safety awareness. Review the
per week, for 8 weeks
Swim Activity Storybook to help prepare
Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring
Program Supports: High ratio of
Cost: $40.00 Siblings: No
support provided by a certified swim instructor, trained support workers and dedicated volunteers. 21
Swim: Early Years (Ages 3-6)
22 | Spring 2019
SPRING SWIM: EARLY YEARS LOCATIONS & TIMES City
Facility
Day
Time
Starts
Ends
Burnaby
Edmonds Community Centre
Saturdays
8:30am-9:00am
Apr 13
Jun 22
9:00am-9:30am 9:30am-10:00am 10:00am-10:30am Chilliwack
Coquitlam
Cheam Leisure Centre
City Centre Aquatic Centre
Sundays
1:30pm-2:00pm
Apr 14
Jun 23
Sundays
2:00pm-2:30pm 8:00am-8:30am
Apr 14
Jun 23
8:30am-9:00am 9:00am-9:30am 9:30am-10:00am 10:00am-10:30am Kamloops
Westsyde Pool
Sundays
11:00am-11:30am
Apr 14
Jun 23
Kelowna
Parkinson Recreation
Sundays
5:00pm-5:30pm
Apr 14
Jun 23
Tuesdays
5:00pm-5:30pm
Apr 16
Jun 4
Centre Langley
Walnut Grove Community Centre
5:30pm-6:00pm 6:00pm-6:30pm 6:30pm-7:00pm
Mission
Mission Leisure Centre
Saturdays
4:30pm-5:00pm
Apr 13
Jun 22
Nanaimo
Beban Pool
Fridays
5:30pm-6:00pm
Apr 12
Jun 21
Richmond*
Minoru Pool
Sundays
9:30am-10:00am
Apr 14
Jun 23
10:30am-11:00am
Online registration for weekly programs is open to pending enrolment from Monday, February 11, at noon, to Friday, February 15, at noon. For more information on program registration, please see page 32. 22
Swim: Early Years (Ages 3-6)
23 | Spring 2019
SPRING SWIM: EARLY YEARS LOCATIONS & TIMES City
Facility
Day
Time
Starts
Ends
Surrey
Surrey YMCA
Saturdays
5:30pm-6:00pm 6:00pm-6:30pm 6:30pm-7:00pm
Apr 13
Jun 22
Vancouver
Jewish Community Centre
Saturdays
11:30am-12:00pm 12:00pm-12:30pm 12:30pm-1:00pm
Apr 13
Jun 29
Victoria
Juan de Fuca Recreation
Saturdays
4:00pm-4:30pm
Apr 27
Jun 22
Centre
Online registration for weekly programs is open to pending enrolment from Monday, February 11, at noon, to Friday, February 15, at noon. For more information on program registration, please see page 32.
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Swim: Level 1 (Ages 7-12)
24 | Spring 2019
This program focuses on foundational swim skills, while building confidence. Participants will work on skills including entering the water, shallow water movement, bubbles, submersions, rhythmic breathing, floats, glides and front swim for a distance of 5 meters. *Prerequisite: No previous swim experience required. Intended for participants working on the skills listed above. PLEASE NOTE: 
It is the responsibility of the parent/guardian/participant to register for the correct level. If the participant has not been placed correctly, they may or may not be permitted to transfer to an alternate level, based on program availability. If there are no spots available, the participant may be withdrawn from the program.
Program Structure
Program Supports: High ratio of support
Duration: 30-minute sessions, 8 weeks
provided by a certified swim instructor,
Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring
trained support workers and dedicated
Cost: $40.00
volunteers.
Siblings: No
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Session structure: Skill development,
To prepare for the program in advance,
water safety awareness
please review the Swim Activity Storybook.
Swim: Level 1 (Ages 7-12)
25 | Spring 2019
SPRING SWIM LEVEL 1: LOCATIONS & TIMES City
Facility
Day
Time
Starts
Ends
Burnaby
Edmonds Community Centre
Saturdays
Apr 13
Jun 22
Chilliwack
Cheam Leisure Centre
Sundays
11:30am-12:00pm 12:00pm-12:30pm 12:30pm-1:00pm 2:30pm-3:00pm
Apr 14
Jun 23
Kamloops
Westsyde Pool
Sundays
11:30am-12:00pm
Apr 14
Jun 23
Kelowna
Parkinson Recreation Centre
Sundays
5:30pm-6:00pm
Apr 14
Jun 23
Langley
W.C. Blair Recreation Centre
Fridays
5:30pm-6:00pm 6:00pm-6:30pm
Apr 12
Jun 21
Mission*
Mission Leisure Centre
Saturdays
5:00pm-5:30pm
Apr 13
Jun 22
Nanaimo
Beban Pool
Fridays
6:00pm-6:30pm
Apr 12
Mar 8
Port
Sundays
11:30am-12:00pm 12:00pm-12:30pm 12:30pm-1:00pm
Apr 14
Jun 23
Coquitlam
Hyde Creek Recreation Centre
Surrey
Guilford Recreation Centre
Sundays
4:00pm-4:30pm 4:30pm-5:00pm
Apr 14
Jun 23
Vancouver
Jewish Community Centre
Saturdays
11:30am-12:00pm
Apr 13
Jun 29
Apr 27
Jun 22
12:00pm-12:30pm Victoria
Juan da Fuca Recreation Centre
Saturdays
4:30pm-5:00pm
*Program details are in the process of confirming.
Online registration for weekly programs is open to pending enrolment from Monday, February 11, at noon, to Friday, February 15, at noon. For more information on program registration, please see page 32.
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Swim: Level 2 (Ages 7-12)
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This program will continue to build on the foundational skills completed in level 1, focusing on glides (front, back and roll over). Participants will continue to work on swim endurance with a distance of 10 meters. An introduction to deep water activities and life jackets will also be included. *Prerequisite: Participants must have passed Level 1 and/or are able to confidently and independently execute skills developed in Level 1. PLEASE NOTE: 
It is the responsibility of the parent/guardian/participant to register for the correct level. If the participant has not been placed correctly, they may or may not be permitted to transfer to an alternate level, based on program availability. If there are no spots available, the participant may be withdrawn from the program.
Program Structure
Program Supports: High ratio of support
Duration: 30-minute sessions, 8 weeks
provided by a certified swim instructor,
Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring
trained support workers and dedicated
Cost: $40.00
volunteers.
Siblings: No
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Session structure: Skill development,
To help prepare for this program, please
water safety awareness
review the Swim Activity Storybook.
Swim: Level 2 (Ages 7-12)
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Online registration for weekly programs is open to pending enrolment from Monday, February 11, at noon, to Friday, February 15, at noon. For more information on program registration, please see page 32.
SPRING SWIM LEVEL 2: LOCATIONS & TIMES City
Facility
Day
Time
Starts
Ends
Burnaby
Edmonds Community
Saturdays
1:00pm-1:30pm
Apr 13
Jun 22
Centre
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Kamloops
Westsyde Pool
Sundays
12:00pm-12:30pm
Apr 14
Jun 23
Kelowna
Parkinson Recreation
Sundays
6:00pm-6:30pm
Apr 14
Jun 23
Centre Langley
W.C. Blair Community
Fridays
6:30pm-7:00pm
Apr 12
Jun 21
Mission*
Centre Mission Leisure Centre
Saturdays
5:30pm-6:00pm
Apr 13
Jun 22
Nanaimo
Beban Pool
Fridays
6:30pm-7:00pm
Apr 12
Jun 21
Port
Hyde Creek Recreation
Sundays
1:00pm-1:30pm
Apr 14
Jun 23
Coquitlam
Centre
Surrey
Guilford Recreation
Sundays
5:00pm-5:30pm
Apr 14
Jun 23
Vancouver
Centre Jewish Community
Saturdays
12:30pm-1:00pm
Apr 13
Jun 29
Victoria
Centre Juan da Fuca Rec Centre
Saturdays
5:00pm-5:30pm
Apr 27
Jun 22
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Swim: Level 3 (Ages 7-12)
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This program will continue to expand on skills completed in level 2 adding in front glide/side glide combination, and increasing swim distance to 15 meters. Swimmers will spend a significant amount of time in the deep water practicing safety skills, as well as being introduced to sitting dive and deep water support. Prerequisite: Participants who have passed Level 2, and/or who are able to confidently and independently execute the skills developed in Level 2.
Program Structure Duration: 30-minutes, once per week for 8 weeks Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring Cost: $40.00 Siblings: No Session structure: Skill development, water safety awareness - see more in the Swim Activity Storybook.
SPRING CHILDREN’S SWIM LEVEL 3 LOCATIONS AND TIMES City
Facility
Day
Time
Starts
Ends
Chilliwack
Cheam Leisure Centre
Sundays
3:00pm-3:30pm
Apr 14
Jun 23
Langley
W.C. Blair Recreation Centre
Fridays
7:00pm-7:30pm
Apr 12
Jun 21
Port
Hyde Creek
Sundays
1:30pm-2:00pm
Apr 14
Jun 23
Coquitlam Recreation Centre
Surrey
Guildford Recreation Centre
Sundays
5:30pm-6:00pm
Apr 14
Jun 23
Victoria
Juan de Fuca Recreation
Saturdays
5:30pm-6:00pm
Apr 27
Jun 22
Centre
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Swim: Youth and Young Adults (Ages 13+)
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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 swimming skills, meet new people and increase fitness level.
Program Structure Duration: 45-minutes, once per week for 8 weeks Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring Cost: $60.00 Siblings: No Session structure: Skill development, water safety awareness
SPRING SWIM: YOUTH &YOUNG ADULT LOCATIONS & TIMES City
Facility
Day
Time
Starts
Ends
Burnaby
Edmonds Community Centre
Sundays
5:30pm-6:15pm 6:15pm-7:00pm 7:00pm-7:45pm
Apr 14
Jun 23
Kamloops
Westsyde Pool and Fitness
Sundays
12:30pm-1:00pm
Apr 14
Jun 23
Kelowna
Centre Parkinson Recreation
Sundays
6:30pm-7:15pm
Apr 14
Jun 23
Port
Centre Hyde Creek
Sundays
2:00pm-2:45pm
Apr 14
Jun 23
Coquitlam
Recreation Centre
Surrey
Surrey YMCA
Fridays
7:00pm-7:45pm 7:45pm-8:30pm 8:30pm-9:15pm
Apr 12
Jun 21
Victoria
Juan da Fuca Recreation
Saturdays
6:00pm-6:45pm
Apr 27
Jun 22
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Weekly Youth & Young Adults Program (Ages 13-17, 18+) The purpose of the Weekly Youth and Young Adult Program 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 fun, meet new people and get out in your community with support from friendly peers.
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Program Structure Duration: 90-minutes, once per week for 6 weeks Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring Cost: No cost Siblings: No Session Structure: Activities vary each week
Online registration for weekly programs is open to pending enrolment from Monday, February 11, at noon, to Friday, February 15, at noon. For more information on program registration, please see page 32.
SPRING WEEKLY YOUTH & YOUNG ADULT PROGRAM LOCATIONS & TIMES*
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City
Facility
Day
Time
Starts
Ends
Kelowna
Martin Avenue
Tuesdays
4:30pm-6:00pm
Apr 30
Jun 4
(13-17yrs, 18+yrs)
Community Centre
North Vancouver
Harry Jerome
Mondays
6:30pm-8:00pm
Apr 29
Jun 10
(18+yrs) Surrey
Recreation Centre Guildford
Wednesdays
6:00pm-7:30pm
May 1
Jun 5
(13-17yrs) Vancouver
Recreation Centre Britannia
Wednesdays
4:45pm-6:30pm
May 1
Jun 5
(13-17yrs, 18+)
Community Centre
Additional Information
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Parent Collaboration At Canucks Autism Network (CAN), we strive to meet the needs of each participant through parent collaboration. Our staff receive training on a variety of support strategies for children, youth and young adults with autism. Please do not hesitate to speak with coaches and support staff about strategies to use with your child (e.g. Visual schedules, first-then boards, token systems, social stories, etc.).
Online Program Registration
For the majority of our programs, we use a registration process called Pending Enrolment. This means that spots are not provided on a first-come, first-served basis, and that requests received are pending confirmation. All those who submit registration requests during the online registration period, will be notified of their updated registration status within seven days of registration closing. The Pending Enrolment registration process is used so that we can accommodate as many unique individuals into CAN programs throughout the year as possible. It also allows for more participants to have the opportunity to try new programs and activities. Due to the high demand for CAN programs, confirmed enrolment is not guaranteed.
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Additional Information
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Program Support at Weekly Programs
Participants are supported by trained program coaches, experienced support workers and dedicated volunteers. We strive to meet the needs of each participant and encourage parents to speak with program coaches and staff about useful support strategies such as visual schedules, first-then boards, token systems, activity storybooks, etc.
Spring Weekly Program Registration Process
Online registration is open to CAN members from Monday, February 11, at noon, to Friday, February 15 at noon. All registration requests will have a status of PENDING, meaning that there are no spots available on a first-come, first-served basis All those who submit online registration requests during the registration period will be notified of their updated registration status by the end of day on Friday, February 22. Those who miss the online registration period may request to be added to a program waitlist by emailing info@canucksautism.ca, with the participant’s name and age, as well as the program name, location, and time.
Important Reminders
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The registration system has a ranking feature that allows participants to identify the order of preference for program requests. While we do our best to accommodate preferences, they are not guaranteed. Due to the high interest in programs, we anticipate that we will not be able to accommodate all those interested in attending. Our goal is to accommodate as many individuals with autism as possible throughout the year.
Program Fees
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For some Canucks Autism Network programs, there is a highly subsidized program fee. CAN does not wish for a fee to act as a barrier to participation, and along with traditional payment methods (i.e. credit card, cheque, and cash) participants may also process their fee through one of the following options:
1. Autism Funding
Parents/guardians of participants’ ages 6-18 are able to submit a Request to Pay form to Autism Funding for the program fee
For participants 5yrs and younger, parents/guardians are welcome to contact Autism Funding to inquire about the eligibility of a program fee being covered through a
participant’s funding
2. CAN Fee Assistance Program
The CAN Fee Assistance Program helps to alleviate any financial barriers to participation
For more information, please email: info@canucksautism.ca
3. Additional Payment Options
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Thank You to Our Sponsors
Multisport Proudly supported by:
Kelowna Programs, Training, and Events Proudly supported by:
Kelowna Monthly and Weekly Youth and Young Adult Program Proudly supported by:
Merrifield Family Foundation Active & Multisport - Nanaimo and Duncan Proudly supported by:
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1788 West 8th Avenue Vancouver, BC Canada V6J 1V6 P: 604-685-4049 E: info@canucksautism.ca
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