Canucks Autism Network - Spring 2019 Leisure Guide - Youth & Young Adults

Spring Leisure Guide Youth & Young Adults April-June 2019

Spring 2019 Programs by Location Vancouver Island Nanaimo 

Monthly Youth Program (13-17yrs)

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Monthly Young Adult Program (18+yrs)

Victoria 

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Monthly Youth & Young Adult Program (13-17yrs, 18+yrs) Swim (13yrs+)

Interior Kamloops 

Monthly Youth Program (13-17yrs)

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Monthly Young Adult Program (18+yrs)

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Swim (13+yrs)*

Kelowna

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Lower Mainland Burnaby 

Swim (13+yrs)

Coquitlam 

Fitness (13+yrs)

North Vancouver 

Weekly Youth Program (13-17yrs)

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Weekly Young Adult Program (18+yrs)

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Outdoor Recreation (13-17yrs, 18+yrs)

Port Coquitlam 

Swim (13+yrs)

Surrey 

Swim (13+yrs)

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Weekly Youth Program (13-17yrs)

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Swim (13+yrs)

Vancouver

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Monthly Youth Program (13-17yrs)

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Dragon Boating (16+yrs)

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Monthly Young Adult Program (18+yrs)

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Explore Volunteering (15-21yrs)

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Weekly Youth Program (13-17yrs)

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Monthly Youth Program (13-17yrs)

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Weekly Young Adult Program (18+yrs)

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Monthly Young Adult Program (18+yrs)

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Music (13-17yrs)

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Swim (13+yrs)

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Weekly Youth Program (13-17yrs)

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Weekly Young Adult Program (18+yrs)

*Program has not yet been confirmed.

Online registration for weekly sports and recreation programs takes place Monday, February 11th, at noon to Friday, February 15th, at noon.

CAN Membership is required for registration.

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PLEASE NOTE: Program times and locations are subject to change.

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CAN programs are inclusive of all individuals on the autism spectrum; all abilities are welcome!

Program staff and volunteers are trained to provide support that meets the needs and interests of each individual participant. Do not hesitate to contact our Youth/Young Adult Program Coordinator, Sarah Armstrong (sarah.armstrong@canucksautism.ca), if you have any questions. We look forward to welcoming you.

Interested in signing up for CAN programs?

In order to participate in programs, you must first sign up for an online CAN Participant Membership. Please visit https://canucksautismprograms.ca to begin this process.

Already a CAN member?

If you are already a member and you know that registration is open for programs that interest you, please log into your account to complete your program registration at https://canucksautismprograms.ca. For a helpful reminder of upcoming programs and registration dates, please check the CAN email newsletter, which is sent out at the start of each month. Access past newsletters.

Click the program links below for information about registration, eligibility, and program locations and times. Program times and locations are subject to change.

SPRING PROGRAM Dragon Boating

AGE RANGES 16+yrs

Explore Volunteering

13-17yrs, 18+yrs

Fitness

16-30yrs

Monthly Youth & Young Adult Program

13-17yrs & 18+yrs

Music

13-17yrs

Outdoor Recreation

13-17yrs, 18+yrs

Swim

13+yrs

Weekly Youth & Young Adult Program

13+yrs & 18+yrs

Dragon Boating (16+yrs)

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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 fitness, team building and social skills. The

Seasons: Spring

Dragon Boating program is possible due to

Siblings: No

the partnership with the Britannia

Session Structure: Participants are

Community Centre. Participants in this

supported by trained program coaches,

program are training to compete in the

experienced support workers, and

Concord Pacific Dragon Boat Festival.

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.

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Explore Volunteering (13+yrs)

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Program Structure Duration: 2.5hrs for 8 weeks

The Explore Volunteering program provides

Seasons: Fall, Spring, Spring

opportunities for youth and young adults with

Cost: No cost

autism to sample volunteer tasks in a variety of

Siblings: No

community settings. The program encourages

Session Structure: Volunteer

developing volunteer experience, work skills,

community engagement alongside peers while

and communication and social skills.

opportunities across various work settings (ex. Science World, Union Gospel Mission, community gardens, etc.)

SPRING EXPLORE VOLUNTEERING LOCATIONS & TIMES City

Location

Day

Time

Starts

Ends

Vancouver

Various

Saturdays

9:30am-12:00pm

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Fitness (Ages 13-17 & 18+)

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The Fitness program offers youth and young adults

with autism the opportunity to become more

Program Structure

Duration: 90-minute sessions for

comfortable in a gym environment with the support

6 weeks

of qualified instructors and alongside peers.

Seasons: Fall, Spring, Spring

The program will focus on learning to use fitness equipment independently and safely, gym etiquette

Cost: No cost Siblings: No

and improving strength and stamina. Improve your

Session Structure: Individual,

fitness, meet new people and grow your confidence.

partner and group exercises

SPRING 2019 FITNESS LOCATIONS & TIMES City

Facility

Day

Time

Starts

Ends

Coquitlam

Pinetree Community

Sundays

11:30am-12:30pm

Apr 28

Jun 16

Centre Online registration for weekly programs is open to pending enrolment from Monday, February 11, at noon, to Friday, February 15, at noon.

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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

Thu, 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: Vancouver Island

(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 5:00pm-7:00pm

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: 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.

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Music (13-17yrs)

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Program Structure

Duration: 60 minutes for 9 weeks

The Music program, in partnership with Sarah

Seasons: Fall, Spring

McLachlan School of Music, offers children and

Cost: No cost

youth with autism the opportunity to practice

Siblings: No

singing and to play basic percussion instruments in a group lesson format. Lessons are taught by

Session structure: Music lessons

experienced music instructors and supported by

directed by Sarah McLachlan School of

CAN staff and volunteers.

Music, supported by Canucks Autism

Network staff and volunteers SPRING 2019 MUSIC LOCATIONS & TIMES City Vancouver (13-18yrs)

Facility Sarah McLachlan School of Music

Day Fridays

Time 6:15pm-7:15pm

Starts Apr 12

Online registration for weekly programs is open to pending enrolment from Monday, February 11, at noon, to Friday, February 15, at noon.

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Ends Jun 14

Outdoor Recreation (Ages 13-17 & 18+)

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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 the

Thu, Apr 11

Hive

5:00pm-6:30pm

Mon, Mar 11, at noon

Fri, Mar 15, at noon Fri, Apr 12, 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

5:00pm-6:30pm

Mon Apr 8, at noon Mon, May 13, at noon

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Swim: Youth and Young Adult (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 2019 SWIM: YOUTH & YOUNG ADULT LOCATIONS & TIMES City

Facility

Day

Time

Starts

Ends

Burnaby

Edmonds Community

Sundays

5:30pm-6:15pm

Apr 14

Jun 23

Centre

6:15pm-7:00pm 7:00pm-7:45pm

Kamloops

Westsyde Pool and

Sundays

12:30pm-1:00pm

Apr 14

Jun 23

Sundays

6:30pm-7:15pm

Apr 14

Jun 23

Sundays

2:00pm-2:45pm

Apr 14

Jun 23

Fridays

7:00pm-7:45pm

Apr 12

Jun 21

Apr 27

Jun 22

Fitness Centre Kelowna

Parkinson Recreation

Centre Port

Hyde Creek

Coquitlam

Recreation Centre

Surrey

Surrey YMCA

7:45pm-8:30pm 8:30pm-9:15pm Victoria

Juan da Fuca Recreation

Saturdays

6:00pm-6:45pm

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Weekly Youth & Young Adult Program (Ages 13-17, 18+)

The purpose of the Weekly Youth and

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Young Adult Program are to offer the

Program Structure

opportunity for youth and young

Duration: 90-minutes, once per week for 6 weeks

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

Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring Cost: No cost Siblings: No

activity nights. Have fun, meet new

Online registration for weekly programs is open to pending enrolment from Monday, February 11, at noon, to Friday, February 15, at noon.

SPRING WEEKLY YOUTH & YOUNG ADULT PROGRAM LOCATIONS & TIMES* 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)

Recreation Centre

Surrey

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+)

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Thank you to our Sponsors

Kelowna Programs, Training, and Events Proudly supported by:

Kelowna Monthly and Weekly Youth and Young Adult Program Proudly supported by:

Merrifield Family Foundation

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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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