Winter Leisure Guide 1
January-March 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, November 19th at noon to Friday, November 23rd 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 program selection ranking.
Programs by Location
| Winter 20193
Interior
Vancouver Island Duncan
Kamloops
Active (3-6yrs)
Active (3-6yrs)
Family Event (All Ages)*
Family Event (All Ages)
Multisport (7-12yrs)
Multisport (7-12yrs)
Swim (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs, 13+yrs*)
Nanaimo
Active (3-6yrs)
Kelowna
Monthly Youth & Young Adults Program (13-17yrs, 18+yrs)
Family Events (All Ages)
Gymnastics (7-12yrs)*
Monthly Youth & Young Adult Program (13+yrs)*
Skate (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs)
Swim (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs, 13+yrs)
Weekly Youth & Young Adult Program (13-17yrs, 18+yrs)*
Multisport (7-12yrs)
Skate (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs)
Swim (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs)
Victoria
Active (3-6yrs)
Family Event (All Ages)*
Monthly Youth & Young Adults Program (13-17yrs, 18+yrs)
Multisport (7-12yrs)
Skate (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs)
Swim (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs, 13+)
West Kelowna
Active (3-6yrs)
Multisport (7-12yrs)
*Program still in the process of being confirmed.
Online registration for weekly sports and rec programs takes place from Monday, November 19th at noon to Friday, November 23rd 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 36. 3
Winter Programs by Location
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Lower Mainland Abbotsford
Active (3-6yrs)
Multisport (7-12yrs)
North Vancouver
Burnaby
Gymnastics (7-12yrs)
Multisport (7-12yrs)
Swim (3-6yrs)
Swim (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs)
Weekly Youth and Young Adult Program (13-17yrs, 18+yrs)
Outdoor Recreation (13-17, 18+yrs)*
Family Event (All Ages)
Port Coquitlam Active (3-6yrs)
Fitness (13+yrs)
Multisport (7-12yrs)
Skate (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs)
Skate (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs)
Swim (3-6yrs)
Swim (7-12yrs, 13+yrs)
Delta
Gymnastics (7-12yrs)
Skate (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs)
Langley
Active (3-6yrs)
Gymnastics (7-12yrs)
Multisport (7-12yrs)
Swim (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs)
Maple Ridge
Active (3-6yrs)
Multisport (7-12yrs)
Vancouver
Active (3-6yrs)
Explore Volunteering (15+yrs)
Family Event (All Ages)*
Monthly Youth & Young Adult Program (13+ yrs)
Pitt Meadows
Coquitlam
Swim (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs)
Active (3-6yrs)
Chilliwack
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Mission
Richmond
Music (7-12yrs, 13-17yrs)
Skate (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs,)
Multisport (7-12yrs)
13+yrs)
Active (3-6yrs)*
Monthly Youth and Young Adults Program (13+yrs)
Multisport (7-12yrs)
Skate (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs)
Swim (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs, 13+yrs)
Weekly Youth Program (13-17yrs)
Weekly Youth Program (13-17yrs)
Swim (3-6yrs)*
Surrey
Swim (3-6yrs, 7-12yrs,
Weekly Young Adult Program (18+yrs)
About Canucks Autism Network
| Winter 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. WINTER PROGRAM
AGE
Active
3-6yrs
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
Skate
3-6yrs, 7-12yrs, 13+yrs
Swim
3-6yrs, 7-12yrs, 13+yrs
Weekly Youth & Young Adults Program
13-17yrs, 18+yrs 5
Explore Volunteering (15+yrs)
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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 community engagement alongside peers while
Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring
developing volunteer experience, work skills,
Cost: No cost
and communication and social skills.
Siblings: No Session Structure: Volunteer opportunities across various work settings (ex. Science World, Union Gospel Mission, community gardens, etc.)
WINTER EXPLORE VOLUNTEERING LOCATIONS & TIMES
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City
Location
Day of
Time
Start
Finish
Vancouver
Various
Saturday
9:30am-12:00pm
Jan 12
Mar 9
Family Events (All Ages)
| Winter 20197
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. 7
Family Events (All Ages)
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WINTER FAMILY EVENT LOCATIONS & TIMES City
Facility
Activity
Date & Time
Registration Opens
Duncan*
Caprice Theatre
Movie Matinee
Sat, Jan 26 10:30am-1:00pm
TBA - January newsletter
Kamloops*
Jump 360
Family Bounce
Sun, Jan 27 6:00pm-7:00pm 7:00pm-8:00pm
TBA - January newsletter
Kelowna
Kelowna Curling Club
Family Curling
Sun, Jan 12 1:00pm-3:00pm
TBA - December newsletter
Surrey
Sky Zone Trampoline Park Hollywood Cinema 3
Family Bounce
Mon, Feb 4
Mon, Jan 21 at noon
Fri, Jan 25 at noon
Movie Matinee
Sun, Mar 24
Mon, Mar 11
Fri, Mar 15 at
at noon
noon
Rogers Arena
Family Skate
TBA
Pitt Meadows Vancouver
Victoria*
Shaw Centre Tour the for the Salish Ocean Sea Discovery Centre!
Registration Closes
Keep an eye out in upcoming newsletters!
Sat, Jan 12 5:00pm-6:00pm 6:30pm-7:30pm
TBA - December newsletter
* These family events that DO NOT require a CAN membership to attend.
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Fitness (Ages 13-17 & 18+)
| Winter 20199
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,
the support of qualified instructors and
for 6 weeks
alongside peers.
Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring Cost: No cost
The program will focus on learning to use
Siblings: No
fitness equipment independently and safely,
Session Structure: Individual, partner
gym etiquette and improving strength and
and group exercises
stamina. Improve your fitness, meet new people and grow your confidence.
WINTER FITNESS LOCATIONS & TIMES City
Facility
Day of
Time
the Week
Coquitlam
Pinetree
Sunday
11:30am-12:30pm
Start
Finish
Date
Date
Jan 20
Mar 3
Community Centre 9
Gymnastics (Ages 7-12)
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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.
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 Cameron Recreation Centre, Delta
Gymnastics Society, Langley Gymnastics and Okanagan Gymnastics Centre. 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. 10
Online registration for the winter gymnastics program is open to pending enrolment from Monday, November 19, at noon, to Friday, November 23, at noon. For more information on winter weekly program registration, please see page 36.
Gymnastics (Ages 7-12)
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WINTER GYMNASTICS LOCATIONS & TIMES City
Facility
Time
Cameron Recreation Centre
Day of the Week Saturday
Burnaby (7-12yrs) Delta (7-12yrs)
Delta Gymnastics
Sunday
Kelowna (7-12yrs) Langley*
Okanagan Gymnastics Centre Langley Gymnastics
Saturday Sunday
Start Date Jan 19
Finish Date Mar 9
6:30pm-7:30pm 7:30pm-8:30pm
Jan 20
Mar 3
1:30pm-2:30pm 2:30pm-3:30pm Time TBD
Jan 19
Mar 9
Jan 20
Mar 3
6:00pm-7:00pm 7:00pm-8:00pm
(7-12yrs) *Program is in the process of being confirmed. 11
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 36.
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Active (Ages 3-6)
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WINTER ACTIVE LOCATIONS & TIMES City
Facility
Day of the Week
Time
Start Date
Finish Date
Abbotsford
Abbotsford Rec Centre
Thursday
5:15pm-6:00pm
Jan 24
Feb 28
Burnaby
Tuesday
6:15pm-7:00pm
Jan 22
Feb 26
Duncan
Edmonds Community Centre Queen Margaret’s School
Sunday
1:45pm-2:30pm
Jan 27
Mar 10
Kamloops
Beattie Elementary School
Monday
5:30pm-6:15pm
Jan 21
Mar 4
Kamloops
Beattie Elementary School
Tuesday
5:30pm-6:15pm
Jan 22
Feb 26
Langley*
Walnut Grove Recreation Centre Maple Ridge Leisure Centre Nanaimo Pleasant Valley Elementary Hyde Creek Recreation Centre Chuck Bailey Recreation Centre
Sunday
1:15pm-2:00pm
Jan 20
Mar 3
Sunday
9:45am-10:30am
Jan 20
Mar 3
Wednesday
4:30pm-5:15pm
Jan 23
Feb 27
Wednesday
5:30pm-6:15pm
Jan 23
Mar 6
Sunday
4:30pm-5:15pm 5:15pm-6:00pm
Jan 20
Mar 3
Vancouver
Britannia Community Centre
Monday
5:15pm-6:00pm 6:00pm-6:45pm
Jan 21
Mar 4
Victoria
Royal Oak Middle School
Saturday
1:15pm-2:00pm
Jan 19
Mar 2
West Kelowna
Mar Jok Elementary School
Monday
5:15pm-6:00pm
Jan 21
Mar 4
Maple Ridge Nanaimo Port Coquitlam Surrey
* Program is in the process of being confirmed 13
Multisport (Ages 7-12) (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)
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WINTER MULTISPORT LOCATIONS & TIMES
City
Facility
Abbotsford
Abbotsford Recreation Centre
Burnaby Duncan Kamloops Kamloops Langley* Maple Ridge Nanaimo Port
Coquitlam Surrey* Vancouver Victoria West Kelowna
Day of the Week Thursday
Time 6:00pm-7:00pm
Start Date Jan 24
Finish Date Feb 28
Edmonds Community Centre Queen Margaret’s School
Tuesday
7:00pm-8:00pm
Jan 22
Feb 26
Sunday
2:30pm-3:30pm 3:30pm-4:30pm
Jan 27
Mar 10
Beattie Elementary School Beattie Elementary School Walnut Grove Recreation Centre
Monday
6:15pm-7:15pm
Jan 21
Mar 4,
Tuesday
6:15pm-7:15pm
Jan 22
Feb 26
Sunday
2:00pm-3:00pm 3:00pm-4:00pm
Jan 20
Mar 3
Maple Ridge Leisure Centre Pleasant Valley Elementary School Hyde Creek Recreation Centre
Sunday
10:30am-11:30am
Jan 20
Mar 3
Wednesday
5:15pm-6:15pm
Jan 23
Feb 27
Wednesday
6:15pm-7:15pm
Jan 23
Mar 6
Surrey YMCA
Sunday
1:00pm-2:00pm 2:00pm-3:00pm
Jan 20
Mar 3
Britannia Community Centre Royal Oak Middle School
Monday
6:45pm-7:45pm
Jan 21
Mar 4
Saturday
2:00pm-3:00pm
Jan 19
Mar 2
Mar Jok Elementary
Monday
6:00pm-7:00pm
Jan 21
Mar 4
* Program is in the process of being confirmed 15
Monthly Youth & Young Adult Programs: Vancouver Island16 (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: 2 hours for 6 weeks Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring Cost: No cost Siblings: No Session Structure: Activities vary every month
WINTER MONTHLY YOUTH & YOUNG ADULT LOCATIONS & TIMES
Nanaimo, 13-17yrs, 18+yrs City
Facility
Activity
Date & Time
Reg. Opens Reg. Closes
Nanaimo
Nanaimo Aquatic Centre
Group games and activities
Tue, Jan 15 6:00pm-8:00pm
Mon, Dec 10, at noon
Fri, Dec 14, at noon
Nanaimo
Nanaimo Aquatic Centre
Group games and activities
Tue, Feb 5 6:00pm-8:00pm
Mon, Jan 14, at noon
Fri, Jan 18, at noon
Nanaimo
Five Acres Farms
Volunteer in the community
Sat, Mar 2 10:00am-12:30pm
Mon, Feb 11, at noon
Fri, Feb 15, at noon
Victoria, 13-17yrs, 18+yrs City Victoria
Victoria
Victoria 16
Facility Activity Science CanCode intro Venture @ UVIC to coding program Pearkes Rec Fooseball, Ping-Pong & Centre Video Games Langford Lanes Bowling
Date & Time Sun, Jan 13 Time - TBA
Reg. Opens Mon, Dec 10, at noon
Reg. Closes Fri, Dec 14, at noon
Sun, Feb 10 1:00pm-3:00pm
Mon, Jan 14, at noon
Fri, Jan 18, at noon
Sun, Mar 10 10:00am-11:00am
Mon, Feb 11, at noon
Fri, Feb 15, at noon
Monthly Youth & Young Adult Programs: Lower Mainland
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(Ages 13-17, 18+) WINTER MONTHLY YOUTH & YOUNG ADULT PROGRAM LOCATIONS & TIMES Lower Mainland, 13-17yrs City
Facility
Activity
Date & Time
Reg. Opens
Reg. Closes
Vancouver Canucks Autism Network Office Surrey WorkBC Employment Services
Introductory Drawing workshop Resume Workshop
Sun, Jan 27 10:00am-11:30am
Mon, Dec 10, at noon
Fri, Dec 14, at noon
Sat, Feb 9 10:00am-11:30am
Mon, Jan 14, at noon
Fri, Jan 18, at noon
Vancouver Britannia Community Centre
Introductory Dance Workshop
Sun, Mar 3
Mon, Feb 11, at noon
Fri, Feb 15, at noon
Reg. Closes Fri, Dec 14, at noon
12:00pm-1:30pm
Lower Mainland, 18+yrs City
Facility
Activity
Date & Time
Vancouver
Canucks Autism Network Office
Introductory Dance Workshop
Sun, Jan 27 11:45am-1:15pm
Reg. Opens Mon, Dec 10, at noon
Surrey
WorkBC Employment Services
Resume Workshop
Sat, Feb 9 12:30pm-2:00pm
Mon, Jan Fri, Jan 18, 14, at noon at noon
Vancouver
Britannia Community Centre
Introductory Dance Workshop
Sun, Mar 3 1:45pm-3:15pm
Mon, Feb Fri, Feb 15, 11, at noon at noon 17
Monthly Youth & Young Adult Programs: Interior
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(Ages 13+) WINTER MONTHLY YOUTH & YOUNG ADULT PROGRAM LOCATIONS & TIMES Kelowna, 13yrs+ City
Facility
Activity
Date & Time
Reg. Opens
Reg. Closes
Kelowna*
Cool Arts
Assist in the studio!
Fri, Jan 11 Time TBD
Mon, Dec 10, at noon
Fri, Dec 14, at noon
Kelowna*
Kelowna Gospel Mission
TBD
TBD
Keep an eye out on the newsletter!
* Program is in the process of being confirmed
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Music (Ages 7-12 & 13-17)
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Program Structure 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.
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
WINTER MUSIC LOCATIONS & TIMES City
Facility
Vancouver (7-12yrs) Vancouver (7-12yrs)
Sarah McLachlan School of Music Sarah McLachlan School of Music
Vancouver (13-18yrs)
Sarah McLachlan School of Music
Day of the Week Friday
Time 4:15pm-5:00pm
Start Date Jan 18
End Date Mar 15
Friday
5:15pm-6:00pm
Jan 18
Mar 15
Friday
6:15pm-7:15pm
Jan 18
Mar 15
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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.
WINTER OUTDOOR RECREATION LOCATIONS & TIMES
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City
Facility
Activity
Date & Time
Reg. Opens
Reg. Closes
North
Grouse
Snow Shoeing
Thu, Jan 10
Vancouver
Mountain
Mon, Dec 10, at noon
Fri, Dec 14, at noon
North
Power To Be
Mon, Jan 14, at noon
Fri, Jan 18, at noon
Mon, Feb 11, at noon
Fri, Feb 15, at noon
5:00pm-7:30pm Yoga &
Thu, Feb 7
Vancouver
Mindfulness
5:00pm-7:30pm
Coquitlam
activities Indoor Rock
Thu, Mar 7
Climbing
5:00pm-7:30pm
Climb Base5
Skate (Ages 3-6 & 7-12)
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The Skate program provides participants with autism the opportunity to develop basic skate skills in a safe and supportive environment. This introductory program focuses on balance, control and agility.
Program Structure
Duration: 30–minutes, once per week, for 6 weeks Seasons: Fall, Winter Cost: $30.00 Siblings: No Session Structure: Warm-up, skill practice, group games See more here: Skate Activity Storybook 21
Skate (Ages 3-6)
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WINTER SKATE LOCATIONS & TIMES
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City
Facility
Day of the Week
Time
Start Date Jan 19
Finish Date Mar 2
Coquitlam
Poirier Sports and Leisure Centre
Saturday
2:30pm-3:00pm 3:00pm-3:30pm
Delta
Ladner Leisure Centre
Thursday
5:30pm-6:00pm 6:00pm-6:30pm
Jan 24
Feb 28
Kelowna
Capital News Centre
Tuesday
5:30pm-6:00pm
Jan 22
Feb 26
Nanaimo
Cliff McNabb Arena
Friday
4:15pm-4:45pm
Jan 18
Mar 1
Port Coquitlam
Port Coquitlam Recreation Centre
Friday
5:45pm-6:15pm
Jan 18
Mar 8
Surrey
North Surrey Arena
Sunday
9:45am-10:15am
Jan 20
Mar 3
Surrey
Cloverdale Arena
Wednesday
4:45pm-5:15pm
Jan 23
Feb 27
Vancouver
Britannia Arena
Tuesday
6:00pm-6:30pm 6:30pm-7:00pm 7:00pm-7:30pm
Jan 22
Feb 26
Victoria
Juan da Fuca Recreation Centre
Wednesday
5:00pm-5:30pm
Jan 23
Feb 27
Skate (Ages 7-12)
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WINTER SKATE LOCATIONS & TIMES City
Facility
Day of the Week Saturday
Time
Start Date Jan 19
Finish Date Mar 2
Coquitlam
Poirier Sports and Leisure Centre
Delta
Ladner Leisure Centre
Thursday
6:30pm-7:00pm
Jan 24
Feb 28
Kelowna
Capital News Centre
Tuesday
Jan 22
Feb 26
Friday
6:00pm-6:30pm 6:30pm-7:00pm 4:45pm-5:15pm
Nanaimo
Cliff McNabb Arena
Jan 18
Mar 1
Port Coquitlam Surrey
Port Coquitlam Recreation Centre North Surrey Arena
Friday
6:15pm-6:45pm
Jan 18
Mar 8
Sunday
10:15am-10:45am 10:45am-11:15am
Jan 20
Mar 5
Surrey
Cloverdale Arena
Wednesday
5:15pm-5:45pm
Jan 23
Feb 27
Vancouver
Britannia Arena
Saturday
10:00am-10:30am 10:30am-11:00am
Jan 19
Mar 2
Victoria
Juan da Fuca Recreation Centre
Wednesday
5:30pm-6:00pm
Jan 23
Feb 27
3:30pm-4:00pm 4:00pm-4:30pm
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Swim (Ages 3-6, 7-12 & 13+)
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The purpose of the Swim program is to teach basic swimming and water safety skills to children, youth and young adults with autism in a safe and supportive environment. The objective of this program is to help participants develop swim and water safety skills that will assist them in enjoying a lifetime of water recreation pursuits.
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.
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Swim: Early Years (Ages 3-6)
25 | Winter 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!
Program Structure
Session structure: Skill development,
Duration: 30-minute sessions, once per
water safety awareness. Review the
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. 25
Swim: Early Years (Ages 3-6)
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WINTER SWIM: EARLY YEARS LOCATIONS & TIMES City Burnaby
Facility
Day of
Eileen Daily Leisure Pool &
the Week Friday
Fitness Centre
Time
Start
Finish
5:00pm-5:30pm
Date Jan 11
Date Mar 8
5:30pm-6:00pm 6:00pm-6:30pm 6:30pm-7:00pm
Chilliwack Coquitlam
Cheam Leisure Centre City Centre Aquatic Centre
Sunday
1:30pm-2:00pm
Jan 13
Mar 10
Sunday
2:00pm-2:30pm 8:00am-8:30am
Jan 13
Mar 10
8:30am-9:00am 9:00am-9:30am 9:30am-10:00am 10:00am-10:30am Kamloops
Westsyde Pool
Sunday
11:00am-11:30am
Jan 13
Mar 10
Kelowna
Parkinson Recreation
Sunday
5:00pm-5:30pm
Jan 13
Mar 10
Tuesday
5:00pm-5:30pm
Jan 15
Mar 5
Centre
Langley
Walnut Grove Community Centre
5:30pm-6:00pm 6:00pm-6:30pm 6:30pm-7:00pm
Mission
Mission Leisure Centre
Saturday
4:30pm-5:00pm
Jan 12
Mar 9
Nanaimo
Beban Pool
Friday
5:30pm-6:00pm
Jan 11
Mar 8
Richmond*
Minoru Aquatic Centre
Sunday
10:30am-11:00am
Jan 13
Mar 10
11:00am-11:30am 11:30am-12:00pm * Program is in the process of being confirmed
Online registration for the winter Swim program is open to pending enrolment from Monday, November 19, at noon, to Friday, November 23, at noon.
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Swim: Early Years (Ages 3-6)
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WINTER SWIM: EARLY YEARS LOCATIONS & TIMES City
Facility
Day of the
Time
Week Surrey
Surrey YMCA
Saturday
5:30pm-6:00pm
Start
Finish
Date
Date
Jan 12
Mar 9
Jan 12
Mar 9
Jan 12
Mar 9
6:00pm-6:30pm Vancouver
Jewish Community Centre
Saturday
Victoria
Juan de Fuca Recreation
Saturday
6:30pm-7:00pm 10:00am-10:30am 10:30am-11:00am 11:00am-11:30am 11:30am-12:00pm 12:00pm-12:30pm 12:30pm-1:00pm 1:00pm-1:30pm 4:00pm-4:30pm
Centre
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Swim: Level 1 (Ages 7-12)
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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)
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WINTER SWIM LEVEL 1: LOCATIONS & TIMES City
Facility
Day of
Time
Start
Finish
Cheam Leisure Centre
the Week Sunday
2:30pm-3:00pm
Date Jan 13
Date Mar 10
Chilliwack Kamloops
Westsyde Pool
Sunday
11:30am-12:00pm
Jan 13
Mar 10
Kelowna
Parkinson Recreation Centre
Sunday
5:30pm-6:00pm
Jan 13
Mar 10
Langley
Walnut Grove Community Centre
Thursday
Jan 17
Mar 7
Mission
Mission Leisure Centre
Saturday
5:00pm-5:30pm 5:30pm-6:00pm 6:00pm-6:30pm 5:00pm-5:30pm
Jan 12
Mar 9
Nanaimo
Beban Pool
Friday
6:00pm-6:30pm
Jan 11
Mar 8
Port
Sunday
11:30am-12:00pm 12:00pm-12:30pm 12:30pm-1:00pm
Jan 13
Mar 10
Coquitlam
Hyde Creek Recreation Centre
Surrey**
Guilford Recreation Centre
Sunday
Jan 13
Mar 10
Vancouver
Jewish Community Centre
Saturday
4:00pm-4:30pm 4:30pm-5:00pm 5:00pm-5:30pm 10:00am-10:30am
Jan 12
Mar 9
Jan 12
Mar 9
10:30am-11:00am 11:00am-11:30am Victoria
Juan da Fuca Recreation Centre
Saturday
4:30pm-5:00pm
** Program runs for six weeks
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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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WINTER SWIM LEVEL 2: LOCATIONS & TIMES City Kamloops
Facility
Day of
Westyde Pool
the Week Sunday
Time
Start
Finish
12:00pm-
Date Jan 13
Date Mar 10
12:30pm Kelowna
Parkinson Recreation Centre
Sunday
6:00pm-6:30pm
Jan 13
Mar 10
Langley
Walnut Grove Community
Thursday
6:30pm-7:00pm
Jan 17
Mar 7
Centre Mission
Mission Leisure Centre
Saturday
5:30pm-6:00pm
Jan 12
Mar 9
Nanaimo
Beban Pool
Friday
6:30pm-7:00pm
Jan 1
Mar 8
Port
Hyde Creek Recreation
Sunday
1:00pm-1:30pm
Jan 13
Mar 10
Coquitlam
Centre
Surrey**
Guilford Recreation Centre
Sunday
5:30pm-6:00pm
Jan 13
Mar 10
Vancouver
Jewish Community Centre
Saturday
11:30am-
Jan 12
Mar 9
Jan 12
Mar 9
12:00pm Victoria
Juan da Fuca Rec Centre
Saturday
5:00pm-5:30pm
** Program runs for six weeks
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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.
WINTER CHILDREN’S SWIM LEVEL 3 LOCATIONS AND TIMES City
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Facility
Day of the
Port
Hyde Creek
Week Sunday
Coquitlam
Recreation Centre
Time
Start
Finish
1:30pm-2:00pm
Date Jan 13
Date Mar 10
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
WINTER SWIM: YOUTH &YOUNG ADULT LOCATIONS & TIMES City
Facility
Day of
Time
Start
Finish
Westsyde Pool and Fitness
the Week Sunday
12:30-1:00pm
Date Jan 13
Date Mar 10
Kamloops Kelowna
Centre Parkinson Recreation
Sunday
6:30pm-7:15pm
Jan 13
Mar 10
Port
Centre Hyde Creek
Sunday
2:00pm-2:45pm
Jan 13
Mar 10
Coquitlam Surrey
Recreation Centre Surrey YMCA
Friday
7:00pm-7:45pm
Jan 11
Mar 8
7:45pm-8:30pm 8:30pm-9:15pm Vancouver
Jewish Community Centre
Saturday
12:00pm-12:45pm
Jan 12
Mar 9
Victoria
Juan da Fuca Recreation
Saturday
5:30pm-6:15pm
Jan 12
Mar 9
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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
WINTER WEEKLY YOUTH & YOUNG ADULT PROGRAM LOCATIONS & TIMES* City
Facility
Day of the
Time
Start
Finish
Week Tuesday
4:30pm-6:00pm
Date Jan 22
Date Feb 26
Kelowna
Martin Avenue
(13-17 yrs, 18+yrs)
Community Centre
North Vancouver*
Climb Base5
Friday
5:00pm-6:30pm
Jan 25
Mar 8
(13-17 yrs, 18+) Surrey
Guildford
Wednesday
6:00pm-7:30pm
Jan 23
Feb 27
(13-17yrs) Vancouver
Recreation Centre Britannia
Wednesday
4:45pm-6:15pm
Jan 23
Feb 27
(13-17yrs) Vancouver
Community Centre Britannia
Wednesday
6:30pm-8:00pm
Jan 23
Feb 27
(18+)
Community Centre
*Thanks to generous funding support from Mountain Equipment Co-op (MEC), CAN will be introducing a weekly rock climbing program in January 2019 for youth and young adult members. In partnership with Power to Be and Climb Base 5 North Vancouver, participants will have the opportunity to learn to climb in a safe and supportive environment, meet new people and build their fitness. This program is intended for youth and young adults with an interest in climbing who would like to continue the activity on their own or with friends and family after participating in the CAN program. 34
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.
Winter Weekly Program Registration Process
Online registration is open to CAN members from Monday, November 19, at noon, to Friday, November 23 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, November 30. 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 6-18yrs 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
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Thank You to Our Sponsors
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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 Weekly Youth and Young Adult Rock Climbing Program (North Vancouver) 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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