Summer Leisure Guide June-August 2018
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Canucks Autism Network — Summer 2018
Programs by Location
VANCOUVER ISLAND Duncan
Family Event (All Ages)
Nanaimo
Family Event (All Ages)
Monthly Social Group (13-17yrs, 18+yrs)
Victoria
Family Event (All Ages)
Monthly Social Group (13-17yrs, 18+yrs)
LOWER MAINLAND Abbotsford
Monthly Social Group for Youth (13-17yrs)
Burnaby
Monthly Social Group (13-17yrs)
Coquitlam
Multisport (7-12yrs, 13-17yrs)
Monthly Social Program (18+yrs)
North Vancouver
Outdoor Rec (13-17yrs, 18+yrs)
INTERIOR
Port Coquitlam
Kamloops
Bike (6-17yrs)
Family Event (All Ages)
Kelowna
Kelowna Day Camp (7-12yrs, 13-17yrs)
Family Event (All Ages)
Bike (7-12, 13-17yrs)
Surrey
Bike (7-12yrs, 13-17yrs)
Family Event (All Ages)
Multisport (7-12yrs, 13-17yrs)
Vancouver
Bike (7-12yrs, 13-17yrs)
Monthly Social Group (13-17yrs, 18+yrs)
OVERNIGHT CAMP Keats Island
Overnight Camp for Kids, Teens and Young Adults (Ages 6+)
Please check the program page for additional information regarding program dates, times, locations, and registration information. 2
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.
SUMMER PROGRAM Bike
AGE 7-12yrs, 13-17yrs
Kelowna Day Camp
7-12yrs, 13-17yrs
Family Events
All Ages
Monthly Social Group for Youth & Young Adults Multisport
13-17yrs, 18+yrs
Outdoor Rec
13-17yrs, 18+yrs
Overnight Camp
6+yrs
7-12yrs, 13-17yrs
Monthly reminders of upcoming Canucks Autism Network programs and registration dates can be accessed through the CAN email newsletter. Keep an eye on your inbox at the start of each month for these email reminders. Access past newsletters. Sign up to receive newsletters.
Bike
(Ages 7-17yrs)
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. Participants enrolled into the Bike program must provide their own bike and helmet. Canucks Autism Network has prepared the following Activity Storybook for those families who may find it helpful. View the Bike Activity Storybook. 4
Bike
(Ages 7-17yrs) Summer 2018 Bike Location and Times* City
Facility
Fee
Day of the Week
Time
Week
Kamloops
David
$30
Daily
5:00pm-6:30pm
Early July—Dates TBA
(6-17yrs)
Thompson
Daily,
9:00am-10:30am,
Monday, July 30– Friday,
Monday-Friday
10:45am-12:15pm,
August 3
Monday-Friday
Elementary School Vancouver
Memorial
$30
South Park
12:45pm-2:15pm, or 2:30pm-4:00pm Port
Minnekhada
Coquitlam
Middle
$30
Daily,
8:45am-10:15am,
Monday, August 13—Friday,
Monday-Friday
10:45am-12:15pm, or
August 17
School Surrey
Cloverdale Athletic Park
12:45pm-2:15pm $30
Daily, Monday-Friday
9:00am-10:30am, 10:45am-12:15pm, 12:45pm-2:15pm, or 2:30pm-4:00pm
Monday, August 20—Friday, August 24
*All program information is subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit: www.canucksautism.ca.
Online registration for the bike programs is open to CAN members for pending enrolment from Monday, April 30, at noon - Friday, May 4, at noon. For more information on the registration process, please see Additional Information on page 14. This program has a highly subsidized program fee of $30. For information on program fees, please see Payment Options on page 15.
Kelowna Day Camp (Ages 7-17yrs) Kelowna Day Camps offer participants with autism, and their siblings, the opportunity to attend themed day camps. Each week, the day camp will have a different theme, which include bike and sports, arts and crafts, adventure, and science. Participants will have the opportunity to go on unique community outings in the afternoons, which include paddle boarding, swimming and various beach activities. The high ratio of staff provided help participants to
enjoy the themed activities, as well as encourage participants to get to know each other and build peer relationships.
Summer 2018 Kelowna Day Camp Location and Times* City
Facility
Fee
Age
Week
Theme
Kelowna
Boys & Girls Club
$40
7-12yrs
Tuesday, July 3窶認riday, July 6;
Bike
Daily, 9:00am-3:30pm Kelowna
Boys & Girls Club
$50
7-12yrs
Kelowna
Boys & Girls Club
$50
13-17yrs
Monday, July 9窶認riday, July 13; Daily, 9:00am-3:30pm
Monday, August 13窶認riday, August 17;
Creativity (Arts & Crafts)
Adventure
Daily, 9:00am-3:30pm Kelowna
Boys & Girls Club
$50
13-17yrs
Monday, August 20窶認riday, August 24; Daily, 9:00am-3:30pm
Science, Robotics, Engineering
*All program information is subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit: www.canucksautism.ca.
Online registration for the Kelowna Day Camp programs is open to CAN members for pending enrolment from Monday, April 30, at noon - Friday, May 4, at noon. For more information on the registration process, please see Additional Information on page 14. This program has a highly subsidized program fee. For information on program fees,
please see Payment Options on page 15.
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Family Events (All Ages)
Family Events provide families with opportunities to enjoy a variety of fun activities in a safe, supportive, nonjudgmental 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.
Summer 2018 Family Event Locations & Times* City Coquitlam
Facility Eagle Quest Golf
Activity Family Mini Golf
Date & Time Sunday June 24; 1-hour timeslots from 11:00am-7:00pm July; date and time TBA
Duncan**
Cowichan Sportsplex
Sunset Cinema
Kamloops**
B.C. Wildlife Park
Outdoor Family Event
Kelowna**
19 Greens
Mini Golf
August; date and time TBA Sunday, July 29; 1-hour timeslots from 12:00pm-6:00pm
Nanaimo**
Rip Tide Lagoon
Family Mini Golf
Sunday, June 24;
Surrey
Surrey City Hall Plaza
CAN Birthday Festival
1:00pm-6:00pm Saturday ,July 7;
Victoria**
Prospect Lake
Outdoor Family Event (Power To Be)
10:00am-12:00pm Sunday August 19;
time TBA
Registration
Registration
Opens Monday, June 4, at
Closes Friday, June 8, at noon
noon
Keep an eye out for updates in the June newsletter Keep an eye out for updates in the July newsletter Keep an eye out for updates in the July newsletter Keep an eye out for updates in the June newsletter Monday, Jun e 11,
Friday, June 22, at noon
at noon Keep an eye out for updates in the August newsletter
*All program information is subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit canucksautism.ca. **Family events open to CAN members, as well as families living with autism who are not yet CAN members .
Summer 2018 Family Event Registration Interested in signing up for Family Events? Make note of the registration information listed above and keep an eye out for monthly email newsletters for more details closer to the date! Interested in learning more about Family Events that take place throughout the year? Program details and registration dates vary for each event. Please visit the program page for the latest information. 7
Monthly Social Group? for Youth & Young Adults Lower Mainland (Ages 13-17, 18+)
The Monthly Social Group offers the opportunity for youth (13-17yrs) and young adults (18+yrs) 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 Participants are encouraged to engage in positive social interactions with the assistance of trained program staff, leaders, experienced support staff, and dedicated volunteers.
Summer 2018 Monthly Social Group Locations & Times* Youth (13-17yrs) City
Facility
Activity
Date & Time
Vancouver
Vancouver Aquarium
Explore the Aquarium
Monday, July TBA;
Deer Lake Boat Rentals
Pedal boating on Deer Lake
Burnaby
12:45pm-3:00pm Friday, August 10, 10:30am-12:00pm
Registration
Registration
Opens
Closes
Monday, June 11, at noon
Friday, June 15, at noon
Monday, July 9, at noon
Friday, July 13, at noon
Youth (13-17yrs) - Abbotsford City
Facility
Activity
Date & Time
Registration Opens
Registration Closes
Abbotsford
Castlefun Park
Mini Golf and Arcade Games
Thursday, July 12;
Monday, June 11, at noon
Friday, June 15, at noon
Abbotsford
Get Air
Trampoline Park
Monday, July 9, at noon
Friday, July 13, at noon
6:00pm-7:30pm Saturday, August 11; 8:30am-10:00pm
Young Adults (18+yrs) City
Facility
Activity
Date & Time
Registration
Registration
Coquitlam
Eaglequest Golf
Foot golf and Mini golf
Sunday, July 15;
Closes Friday, June 15, at noon
Vancouver
Vancouver Aquarium
Explore the aquarium
9:45am-12:00pm Monday, August TBA;
Opens Monday, June 11, at noon Monday, July 9, at noon
Friday, July 13, at noon
12:45pm-3:00pm
*All program information is subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit canucksautism.ca.
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Monthly Social Group? for Youth & Young Adults Vancouver Island (Ages 13-17, 18+)
Summer 2018 Monthly Social Group for Youth? Locations & Times* VICTORIA (13-17yrs, 18+yrs) City
Facility
Activity
Date & Time
Registration
Registration
Opens
Closes
Victoria
Boston Pizza
Dinner out!
Sunday, July 15; 1:30pm-3:00pm
Monday, June 11, at noon
Friday, June 15, at noon
Victoria
Fired up!
Ceramic painting
Saturday, August 11; 1:00pm-2:30pm
Monday, July 9, at noon
Friday, July 13, at noon
NANAIMO (13-17yrs, 18+yrs) City
Facility
Activity
Date & Time
Registration Opens
Registration Closes
Nanaimo
4Cats Art Studio
Ceramic Painting
Saturday July 28th; 2:00pm-3:30pm
Monday, June 11, at noon
Friday, June 15, at noon
Nanaimo
Boston Pizza
Dinner Outing
Saturday August 18; 7:00pm-8:30pm
Monday, July 9, at noon
Friday, July 13, at noon
*All program information is subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit canucksautism.ca.
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Multisport (Ages 7-17yrs)
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.
SUMMER 2018 LOWER MAINLAND | MULTISPORT LOCATIONS & TIMES* City
Facility
Fee
Duration
Time
Start Date
Finish Date
Vancouver
Memorial South Park
$30
Friday, July 13
Cunnings Field
$30
9:00am-10:30am, 10:45am-12:15pm, 12:45pm-2:15pm 9:00am-10:30am, 10:45am-12:15pm
Monday, July 9
Coquitlam
Monday, July 16
Friday July 20
Surrey
Newton Athletic Park
$30
Daily MondayFriday Daily MondayFriday Daily Monday– Friday
9:00am-10:30am, 10:45am-12:15pm, 12:45pm-2:15pm
Monday July 23
Friday July 27
*All program information is subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit: www.canucksautism.ca.
Online registration for the multisport programs is open to CAN members for pending enrolment from Monday, April 30, at noon - Friday, May 4, at noon. For more information on the registration process, please see Additional Information on page 14. This program has a highly subsidized program fee. For information on program fees, please see Payment Options on page 15. 10
Outdoor Rec Rec Outdoor (Ages 13-17, 18+)
The Outdoor Rec program, in partnership with Power to Be, offers youth 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.
Summer 2018 Outdoor Rec Locations & Times* City
Facility
Activity
Date & Time
Registration
Registration
North Vancouver (13-17yrs, 18+yrs)
Cates Park
Year end celebration
Thurs, July 5, 2018, 5:00pm-7:30pm
Monday, June 11, at noon
Friday, June 15, at noon
*All program information is subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit canucksautism.ca.
The Outdoor Rec program will not be running in August. More details on the fall session will be included in the fall leisure guide, available in early August.
Summer 2018 Outdoor Rec Program Registration Interested in signing up for a session of the Outdoor Rec program? This program is open to participants with a valid CAN membership. If you are not yet a member, please visit: https://canucksautismprograms.ca, to learn more about our membership program and begin your online application. 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. 11
Overnight Camp
(Ages 6+yrs)
Overnight camp is an opportunity for participants with autism to experience an unforgettable outdoor experience in an organized group setting, where participants are encouraged to try new things and connect with peers. A high ratio of staff is provided to ensure a safe and successful overnight experience for all. Activities include boating, ropes course, archery, rock climbing, ocean swimming, field
games, campfires and more! Participants are grouped according to age for all camp activities and sleeping accommodations.
Program Criteria
For individuals with autism, ages 6+yrs
Registered CAN Member
Those participants confirmed into a 2018 Overnight Kids, Teens and Young Adults Camp, must be committed to the following:
Pay camp fee ($500 for 3-day camp, $750
for 5-day camp)
Submit a completed CAN medical form
signed by a physician (due to the CAN office Friday, June 29)
Submit a completed online camper
information form will be sent to confirmed campers in early July
Providing their own transportation to and
from the drop off location in Vancouver
Attend the entire duration of the camp
*By completing the online program registration for Overnight Camp, you are acknowledging that you understand and accept these conditions.
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Overnight Camp (Ages 6+ )
Summer 2018 Overnight Kids, Teens & Young Adults Camps-Locations & Dates Facility
Fee
Duration
Date & Time
Keats Camp
$500
3 Days
Monday, August 27, 2018 to Wednesday, August 29, 2018
Keats Camp
$750
5 Days*
Monday, August 27, 2018 to Friday, August 31, 2018
*The 5-day camp is open for registration for participants 6+yrs, this longer camp is designed for participants ages 13+yrs, and these older participants will be first considered when looking at registration requests. Younger participants are welcome to submit a request for the 5-day camp, but we encourage them to also consider submitting a request for the 3-day camp.
Registration for Summer 2018 Overnight Kids, Teens & Young Adults Camps
Online registration is open from Monday, April 9, at noon—Friday, April 13, at noon
All registrations will be listed as PENDING, meaning that enrolment is not confirmed.
All participants who submit requests during the online registration period will be notified of their registration status by end of day on Friday, April 20.
Due to the high demand for this program, confirmed enrolment is not guaranteed. Our goal with registration is to accommodate as many unique individuals into programs as possible throughout the year, as well as offer new opportunities to interested participants. 13
Additional Information Parent Collaboration At Canucks Autism Network (CAN), we strive to meet the needs of each participant through parent collaboration. Our staff receives 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.). 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-serve 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 may accommodate as many unique individuals into CAN programs throughout the year as possible. As well, it allows for more participants to have the opportunity to try new programs and activities. Due to high demand for CAN programs, confirmed enrolment is not guaranteed.
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Payment Options for Program Fees Once a participant is confirmed into a program with a fee, they will be provided payment details. Accepted methods of payment include? ·
Credit Card
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Autism Funding o Participants ages 1-18yrs are able to submit a Request to Pay form to Autism Funding for the program fee. o For participants 0yrs and younger, parents/guardians are encouraged to contact Autism Funding to inquire about eligibility of program fee being covered through a participant’s funding.
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Cheque
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Cash
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Additional Payment Options o Along with the payment options listed above, CAN is open to working with participants to collect program fee payments through additional routes, including bursaries
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CAN Fee Assistance Program o CAN does not wish a program fee to act as a barrier to participation in a CAN program and has created a fee assistance program to help alleviate these barriers for participants needing assistance. For participants confirmed into a program with an associated fee, parents may email info@canucksautism.ca to request an application form and more information about the CAN Fee Assistance Program.
More specifics on how to process these fees will be provided to participants for participants confirmed into programs.
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