Spring Leisure Guide Youth & Young Adults April-June 2019
Spring 2019 Programs by Location Vancouver Island Nanaimo
Monthly Youth Program (13-17yrs)
Monthly Young Adult Program (18+yrs)
Victoria
Monthly Youth & Young Adult Program (13-17yrs, 18+yrs) Swim (13yrs+)
Interior Kamloops
Monthly Youth Program (13-17yrs)
Monthly Young Adult Program (18+yrs)
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)
Weekly Young Adult Program (18+yrs)
Outdoor Recreation (13-17yrs, 18+yrs)
Port Coquitlam
Swim (13+yrs)
Surrey
Swim (13+yrs)
Weekly Youth Program (13-17yrs)
Swim (13+yrs)
Vancouver
Monthly Youth Program (13-17yrs)
Dragon Boating (16+yrs)
Monthly Young Adult Program (18+yrs)
Explore Volunteering (15-21yrs)
Weekly Youth Program (13-17yrs)
Monthly Youth Program (13-17yrs)
Weekly Young Adult Program (18+yrs)
Monthly Young Adult Program (18+yrs)
Music (13-17yrs)
Swim (13+yrs)
Weekly Youth Program (13-17yrs)
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. 2
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
Apr 27
Jun 22 5
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. 6
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. 10
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
Fri, May 17, at noon 11
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
Centre 12
* Program has not yet been confirmed
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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Outdoor Rec
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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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