Canucks Autism Network - Summer Leisure Guide - 2017

SUMMER LEISURE GUIDE

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2017 JUNE-AUGUST

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Canucks Autism Network— Summer 2017 Programs by Location LOWER MAINLAND Abbotsford 

Monthly Social Group for Teens (13-17yrs)

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Monthly Social Group for Young Adults (18-30yrs)

Aldergrove 

Monthly Social Group for Kids (9-12yrs)

Coquitlam 

Multisport (7-17yrs)

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Mini-Golf (All Ages)

INTERIOR Kamloops 

Bike (7-17yrs)

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Family Event TBD (All Ages)

Kelowna 

Multisport (7-17yrs)

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Family Event: Mini Golf (All Ages)

North Vancouver

Vancouver Island Nanaimo

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Monthly Social Group for Teens (13-17yrs)

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Monthly Social Group for Young Adults (18-30yrs)

Keats Island

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Outdoor Rec (16+yrs)

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Port Coquitlam 

Bike (7-17yrs)

Surrey 

Bike (7-17yrs)

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Multisport (7-17yrs)

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Monthly Social Group for Teens (13-17yrs)

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Monthly Social Group for Young Adults (18-30yrs)

Family Event: Outdoor Carnival (All Ages)

Overnight Camp for Kids, Teens, and Young Adults (Ages 6+)

Mill Bay 

Family Event: Sunset Cinema (All Ages)

Shawnigan Lake 

Multisport (7-17yrs)

Victoria 

Family Event: Outdoor Family Day (All Ages)

Vancouver 

Bike (7-17yrs)

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Multisport (7-17yrs)

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Monthly Social Group for Young Adults (18-30yrs)

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Monthly Social Group for Kids (9-12yrs)

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Party in the Park (All Ages)

For CAN members, online registration for summer 5-day programs (Multisport and Bike, 7-17yrs) and Kids Teens and Young Adults Overnight Camp (16-30yrs) opens on Monday, April 2 10th at noon, and will close on Friday, April 14th at noon.

About Canucks Autism Network Canucks Autism Network (CAN) provides high-quality, adaptive sports, recreational, social and arts programming for individuals and families living with autism in 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?

Individuals and families living with autism 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.

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.

SUMMER PROGRAM Bike

AGE 7-17yrs

Family Events

All Ages

Monthly Social Group for Kids Monthly Social Group for Teens & Young Adults

9-12yrs 13-17yrs; 18-30yrs

Multisport

7-17yrs

Outdoor Rec

16-30yrs

Overnight Camp

6-30yrs

For a monthly reminder of upcoming Canucks Autism Network programs and registration dates, please remember to check the CAN email newsletter, which is sent out at the start of each month. Click here to access past newsletters.

Bike (ages 7-17) The purpose of the I CAN Bike program is to teach children and youth with autism how to ride a bike in a safe and supportive environment.

Program Structure & Supports Each session of the Bike program consists of a 90 minute lesson, once a day, Monday to Friday.

Sessions for this program take place during summer (July-August). Each day, lessons will include a mix of individual practice and group games that work on skills such as balance, pedaling, steering and braking.

At Canucks Autism Network, we strive to meet the needs of each participant through parent collaboration. Our staff receive training on a variety of support strategies for children and youth 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.)

Participants enrolled into the Bike program must provide their own bike and helmet.

Canucks Autism Network has prepared the following social storybook for those families who may find it helpful. To view the bike social storybook, please click here.

PROGRAM FEE There is a highly subsidized fee of $30 to access this program. This fee may be paid by cash or cheque, or covered through Autism Funding (for those with an autism diagnosis). Canucks Autism Network does not wish for this fee to act as a barrier to participation and is willing to collaborate with any family needing assistance on additional payment options. Participants being enrolled into the program will be provided with additional information on each payment option.

SUMMER 2017 I CAN BIKE LOCATIONS & TIMES* Please see next page for program details.

Summer 2017 Bike Program Registration Interested in signing up for a session of the Bike program?

Online registration takes place during the week of Monday, April 10th, at noon - Friday, April 14th, at noon. All registrations will be to PENDING ENROLMENT ONLY – this means that no spots are allocated on a first-come, firstserved basis. After online registration closes, the CAN staff will review the lists of those interested and will email all participants regarding their registration status by the end of the day on Friday, April 21st. Please keep in mind that the Canucks Autism Network aims to accommodate as many unique individuals into our programs as possible, and that enrolment is not guaranteed for any participant.

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Bike (ages 7-17)

SUMMER 2017 KAMLOOPS | BIKE LOCATIONS & TIMES* City

Facility

Duration

Time

Start Date

Finish Date

Kamloops

Sandman Centre

Daily,

5:15pm-6:45pm;

Monday,

Friday,

Monday-Friday

6:45pm-8:15pm

June 12, 2017

June 16, 2017

*Kamloops Bike program supported by Vancouver Foundation.

All program information is subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit: www.canucksautism.ca.

SUMMER 2017 LOWER MAINLAND | BIKE LOCATIONS & TIMES* City

Facility

Duration

Time

Start Date

Finish Date

Port Coquitlam

Minnekahda

Daily

9:00am-10:30am;

Monday,

Friday,

Middle School

Monday-Friday

10:45am-12:15pm;

August 14, 2017

August 18, 2017

12:45pm-2:15pm Surrey

Cloverdale Athletic

Daily

9:00am-10:30am;

Monday,

Friday,

Park

Monday-Friday

10:45am-12:15pm;

August 21, 2017

August 25, 2017

12:45pm-2:15pm Vancouver

Memorial South

Daily

9:00am-10:30am;

Monday,

Friday,

Park

Monday-Friday

10:45am-12:15pm;

July 31, 2017

August 4, 2017

12:45pm-2:15pm *All program information is subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit: www.canucksautism.ca.

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Family Events (all ages)

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 family nature of the events 1:1 support is not available; however, each family event is supported by many helpful volunteers.

See next page for summer family event locations & times.

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Family Events (all ages)

SUMMER FAMILY EVENT LOCATIONS & TIMES* City

Facility

Activity

Date & Time

Coquitlam

Eagle Quest Golf

Mini Golf

BC Wildlife Park

Outdoor Family Event Day

Sunday, June 11 11:00am-7:00pm (8 one-hour time slots) Saturday, July 8 12:00pm-4:00pm

19 Greens

Mini Golf

Kamloops

Kelowna

Mill Bay

Nanaimo

Nanaimo

Kerry Park Rec Centre

Sunset Cinema

Riptide Lagoon

Mini Golf

Beban Park

Vancouver Island Exhibition

Sunday, July 16 1-hour time slots from 12:00pm-6:00pm Saturday, August 12, Sign-in at 8:00pm, Movie begins at dusk Sunday, June 28 1 hour timeslots from 1:00pm-6:00pm Friday, August 18 5:00pm-9:00pm

Registration Opens Monday,

Registration Closes Friday,

May 22, at noon

May 26, at noon

Keep an eye out

Friday, July 7

for update in June newsletter Keep an eye out

Friday, July 7

for update in June newsletter Keep an eye out

Friday, August 11

for update in July newsletter Keep an eye out

Friday, June 9

for update in

May newsletter Keep an eye out

Friday, August 17

for update in August

Vancouver

TBA

Party in the Park

July

newsletter TBA

TBA

Keep an eye out

Friday, August 4

Date & Time TBA

Victoria

TBA

Outdoor Family Event Day

Sunday, August 13 9:30am-11:30am 12:00pm-2:00pm 2:30pm-4:30pm

for update in July newsletter

*All program information is subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit: www.canucksautism.ca.

Summer 2017 Family Event Registration Interested in signing up for Family Events?

Individuals and families living with autism must first sign up for an online CAN Participant Membership. Please visit https://canucksautismprograms.ca, to begin this process. Family events are updated to the program webpage as they are confirmed. As well, members are encouraged to read CAN's monthly email newsletter, which provides information about the upcoming month's programs and registration dates.

Interested in learning more about Family Events that take place throughout the year?

Program details and registration dates vary for each event throughout the year. Please visit the program page for the 7 latest information.

multisport

(ages 7-17)

Multisport Summer Program is a great opportunity for participants with autism, and their siblings, to try a variety of sports activities in a fun, safe and highly supportive environment.

Sessions include a mix of individual practice and group games to help develop movement skills that are useful in a variety of sport settings.

PROGRAM FEE Program fees vary depending on location, program structure, and staffing requirements. Canucks Autism Network does not wish for this fee to act as a barrier to participation and is willing to collaborate with any family needing assistance on additional payment options. For a list of payment options for program fees, please click here. Participants being enrolled into the program will be provided with additional information on each payment option.

Program structure and fees varies for each region, please see next page for details.

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multisport

(ages 7-17)

LOWER MAINLAND PROGRAM STRUCTURE & FEE Program Structure: Week-long session consisting of 90 minute lessons, once a day, Monday to Friday (in the month of July).

Sports Activities: Soccer, football and baseball.

LOWER MAINLAND MULTISPORT PROGRAM FEE There is a highly subsidized fee of $30 to access this program.

Canucks Autism Network does not wish for this fee to act as a barrier to participation and is willing to collaborate with any family needing assistance on additional payment options. For a list of payment options for program fees, please click here. Participants being enrolled into the program will be provided with additional information on each payment option.

SUMMER 2017 LOWER MAINLAND | MULTISPORT LOCATIONS & TIMES* City

Facility

Fee

Duration

Time

Start Date

Finish Date

Coquitlam

Cunnings Field

$30

Daily

9:00am-10:30am;

Monday,

Friday, July 21, 2017

Monday-Friday

10:45am-12:15pm

July 17, 2017

Daily

9:00am-10:30am;

Monday,

Monday-Friday

10:45am-12:15pm;

July 24, 2017

Surrey

Newton Athletic

$30

Park (Turf Field #4)

Friday, July 28, 2017

12:45pm-2:15pm

Vancouver

Memorial South Park

$30

Daily

9:00am-10:30am

Monday,

Monday-Friday

10:45am-12:15pm;

July 10, 2017

Friday, July 14, 2017

12:45pm-2:15pm *All program information is subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit: www.canucksautism.ca.

Summer 2017 Multisport Program Registration Interested in signing up for a session of the Multisport program?

Online registration takes place during the week of Monday, April 10th, at noon - Friday, April 14th, at noon. All registrations will be to PENDING ENROLMENT ONLY – this means that no spots are allocated on a first-come, firstserved basis. After online registration closes, the CAN staff will review the lists of those interested and will email all participants regarding their registration status by the end of the day on Friday, April 21st. Please keep in mind that the Canucks Autism Network aims to accommodate as many unique individuals into our programs as possible, and that 9 enrolment is not guaranteed for any participant.

multisport

(ages 7-17)

KELOWNA PROGRAM STRUCTURE & FEE SUPPORTED BY SUNRYPE AND THE PACIFIC AUTISM FAMILY NETWORK Program Structure: Week-long session consisting of a 6.5 hour lesson, once a day, Monday to Friday (in the month of July).

Sports Activities: Bike*, soccer, football, and baseball.

Each day, participants will also play water games, make crafts and have down time with their peers. *Please note, participants must bring their own bike and helmet to this program.

KELOWNA MULTISPORT PROGRAM FEE There is a highly subsidized fee of $50 to access this program.

Canucks Autism Network does not wish for this fee to act as a barrier to participation and is willing to collaborate with any family needing assistance on additional payment options. For a list of payment options for program fees, please click here. Participants being enrolled into the program will be provided with additional information on each payment option.

SUMMER 2017 KELOWNA | MULTISPORT LOCATIONS & TIMES* City

Facility

Fee

Duration

Time

Start Date

Finish Date

Kelowna

Ben Lee Park

$50

Daily

9:00am-3:30pm

Monday,

Friday,

July 17, 2017

July 21, 2017

Monday,

Friday,

July 24, 2017

July 28, 2017

Monday-Friday Kelowna

Ben lee Park

$50

Daily Monday-Friday

9:00am-3:30pm

*All program information is subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit: www.canucksautism.ca.

Summer 2017 Multisport Program Registration Interested in signing up for a session of the Multisport program?

Online registration takes place during the week of Monday, April 10th, at noon - Friday, April 14th, at noon. All registrations will be to PENDING ENROLMENT ONLY – this means that no spots are allocated on a first-come, firstserved basis. After online registration closes, the CAN staff will review the lists of those interested and will email all participants regarding their registration status by the end of the day on Friday, April 21st. Please keep in mind that the Canucks Autism Network aims to accommodate as many unique individuals into our programs as possible, and that 10 enrolment is not guaranteed for any participant.

multisport

(ages 7-17)

VANCOUVER ISLAND PROGRAM STRUCTURE & FEE SUPPORTED BY THE SAVOUR COWICHAN FESTIVAL Program Structure:

Week-long session consisting of a 6.5 hour lesson, once a day, Monday to Friday (in the month of July).

Sports Activities: Bike*, soccer, football, and baseball.

Each day, participants will also play water games, make crafts and have down time with their peers. *Please note, participants must bring their own bike and helmet to this program.

VANCOUVER ISLAND MULTISPORT FEE There is no associated fee to participate in this day-long program.

SUMMER 2017 MULTISPORT | VANCOUVER ISLAND LOCATIONS & TIMES* City

Facility

Duration

Time

Program Date

Shawnigan Lake

Shawnigan Lake School

One-Day

10:00am-3:00pm

Saturday, August 19, 2017

Shawnigan Lake

Shawnigan Lake School

One-Day

10:00am-3:00pm

Sunday, August 20, 2017

*All program information is subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit: www.canucksautism.ca.

Summer 2017 Multisport Program Registration Interested in signing up for a session of the Multisport program?

Online registration takes place during the week of Monday, April 10th, at noon - Friday, April 14th, at noon. All registrations will be to PENDING ENROLMENT ONLY – this means that no spots are allocated on a first-come, firstserved basis. After online registration closes, the CAN staff will review the lists of those interested and will email all participants regarding their registration status by the end of the day on Friday, April 21st. Please keep in mind that the Canucks Autism Network aims to accommodate as many unique individuals into our programs as possible, and that enrolment is not guaranteed for any participant.

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Outdoor Rec - lower mainland (ages 16-30)

The purpose of the Outdoor Rec program, in partnership with Power to Be, is to offer teens and adults with autism the opportunity to enjoy a variety of outdoor activities in a safe and supportive environment.

Program Structure & Supports The Outdoor Rec program is led by Power to Be, and participants are highly supported by trained CAN staff and dedicated volunteers. Activities vary month-to-month, and may include hiking, kayaking, snowshoeing, geocaching, and more. CAN and Power To Be will be working in collaboration to provide high quality, outdoor recreation activities in a safe and fun environment. For more information about Power To Be, please click here.

OUTDOOR REC—LOWER MAINLAND LOCATIONS & TIMES* City

Facility

Activity

Date & Time

North

Cates Park

Canoeing

Thursday, July 13, 2017, 5:00pm-7:30pm

at noon

Vancouver

Registration

Registration

Opens

Closes

Monday, June 12

Friday, June 16 at noon

*Please note: the Outdoor Rec program will not be running during the month of August.

All program information is subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit: www.canucksautism.ca.

Spring 2017 Outdoor Rec Program Registration Interested in signing up for a session of the Outdoor Rec program?

Individuals and families living with autism must first sign up for an online CAN Participant Membership. Please visit https://canucksautismprograms.ca, to begin this process.

Interested in learning more about other Outdoor Rec programs that take place throughout the year?

Activities and registration dates vary throughout the year. Please visit the program page for the latest information.

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Kids, teens & young adults camp Overnight camp is an opportunity for participants with autism to experience an unforgettable adventure in the great outdoors. Activities include boating, ropes course, archery, rock climbing, swimming, field games, campfires, and much more. Participants are grouped according to age for all camp activities and for sleeping arrangements.

Program Requirements 

For individuals age 6+ with an autism diagnosis (Participants are grouped according to age for all camp activities and for sleeping arrangements.)

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Registered CAN Member

Upon confirmed enrolment into Overnight Kids, Teens & Young Adults Camp program, participants must commit to submitting the following: 

Attend the entire duration of the camp

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Submit a completed CAN medical form signed by a physician (due to the CAN office Friday, June 30th)

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Submit a completed online camper information form

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Providing their own transportation to and from the drop off location in Vancouver 

*By completing the online program registration for Overnight Camp, you are communicating that you understand and accept these conditions.

PAYMENT OF PROGRAM FEE Participants must commit to providing a camp fee of $500/3-day camp or $750/5-day camp.

Canucks Autism Network does not wish for this fee to act as a barrier to participation and is willing to collaborate with any family needing assistance on additional payment options. For a list of payment options for program fees, please click here. Participants being enrolled into the program will be provided with additional information on each payment option.

Summer 2017 Overnight Kids, Teens & Young Adults Camps—Locations and Dates Facility

Fee

Duration

Date & Time

Keats Camp

$500

3 Days

Monday, August 28, 2017 to Wednesday, August 30, 2017

Keats Camp

$750

5 Days

Monday, August 28, 2017 to Friday, September 1, 2017

Summer 2017 Overnight Kids, Teens & Young Adults Camp Registration Online registration takes place during the week of Monday, April 10th, at noon - Friday, April 14th, at noon. All registrations will be to PENDING ENROLMENT ONLY – this means that no spots are allocated on a first-come, firstserved basis. After online registration closes, the CAN staff will review the lists of those interested and will email all participants regarding their registration status by the end of the day on Friday, April 21st. Please keep in mind that the Canucks Autism Network aims to accommodate as many unique individuals into our programs as possible, and that 13 enrolment is not guaranteed for any participant.

Social Group: for teens & young adults

(ages 13-30)

The purpose of the social group is to offer the opportunity for teens and young adults with autism to get together and have a good time in a safe and supportive environment. The events change each month to offer a range of fun, age appropriate activities for participants to experience with their peers.

Program Structure & Supports Past events have included: Bowling, sports events, charity events, art classes, dinners, laser tag, beach BBQ, water sports, snow sports, dance class and more!

SUMMER 2017 MONTHLY SOCIAL GROUP: FOR TEENS (13-17 YRS) LOCATIONS & TIMES* City

Facility

Activity

Date & Time

Registration Opens

Registration Closes

Abbotsford

Castle Fun Park

Enjoy mini golf

Saturday, June 17, 2017,

Monday, May 8, 2017

Friday, May 12, 2017

and more!

10:00pm-12:00pm*

at noon

at noon

Sky Zone

Jump on

Saturday, July 22, 2017,

Monday, June 12, 2017

Friday, June 16, 2017

Trampoline Park

multiple

10:30am-12:00pm*

at noon

at noon

Kayaking and

Thursday, August 10

Monday, July 10, 2017

Friday, July 14, 2017

Pasddleboard-

2017, 9:30am-12:00pm*

at noon

at noon

Surrey

trampolines!

North

Cates Park

Vancouver

ing!

SUMMER 2017 MONTHLY SOCIAL GROUP: FOR YOUNG ADULTS (18-30YRS) LOCATIONS & TIMES* City

Facility

Activity

Date & Time

Registration Opens

Registration Closes

Abbotsford

Castle Fun Park

Enjoy mini golf and

Saturday, June 17, 2017,

Monday, May 8,

Friday, May 12, 2017

more!

12:15pm-2:15pm*

2017 at noon

at noon

Vancouver

Explore the exhib-

Monday, July 17, 2017

Monday, June 12, at

Friday, June 16, at

Aquarium

its at the aquari-

12:45pm-3:00pm

noon

noon

Kayaking and

Thursday, August 10

Monday, July 10,

Friday, July 14, 2017

Paddleboarding!

2017, 12:30pm-

2017 at noon

at noon

Vancouver

um!

North Vancouver

Cates Park

3:00pm12:00pm* *All program information is subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit: www.canucksautism.ca.

Summer 2017 Monthly Social Group Registration Interested in signing up for a session of the Monthly Social Group?

Individuals and families living with autism must first sign up for an online CAN Participant Membership. Please visit https://canucksautismprograms.ca, to begin this process.

Interested in learning more about other Monthly Social Group events that take place throughout the year?

Program and registration dates will vary for each event throughout the year, please visit the program page for the latest information.

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Social Group: for kids with autism (ages 9-12)

The purpose of the monthly social group is to offer the opportunity for children and pre-teens with autism between the ages of 9-12 to get together and have a good time in a safe and supportive environment. The events change each month to offer a range of fun, age appropriate activities for participants to experience with their peers.

Program Structure & Supports Participants are encouraged to engage in positive social interactions with the assistance of trained program staff, leaders, experienced support staff, and dedicated volunteers.

SUMMER 2017 SOCIAL GROUP FOR KIDS LOCATIONS & TIMES* City

Facility

Activity

Date & Time

Registration Opens

Registration Closes

Vancouver

Vancouver

Explore the

Monday, July 10

Monday, June 12, at

Friday, June 16, at

Aquarium

exhibits at the

12:45pm-3:00pm

noon

noon

Saturday, August 12, 2017,

Monday, July 10,

Friday, July 14,

10:00am-12:00pm

2017 at noon

2017 at noon

aquarium!

Aldergrove

Greater Vancouver Zoo

Explore the Zoo!

*All program information is subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit: www.canucksautism.ca.

Summer 2017 Monthly Social Group Registration Interested in signing up for a session of the Monthly Social Group?

Individuals and families living with autism must first sign up for an online CAN Participant Membership. Please visit https://canucksautismprograms.ca, to begin this process.

Interested in learning more about other Monthly Social Group events that take place throughout the year?

Program and registration dates will vary for each event throughout the year, please visit the program page for the latest information.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS Major Supporters

Bike—Kamloops Proudly Supported By

Multisport—Kelowna Proudly Supported By

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Multisport— Vancouver Island Proudly Supported By

Monthly Social Programs Proudly Supported By

Kids, Teens & Young Adults Camp Proudly Supported By

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Vancouver, BC Canada V5Y 3N8

P: 604-685-4049 E: info@canucksautism.ca

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