Winter Leisure Guide Youth & Young Adults January-March 2019
Winter 2019 Programs by Location Vancouver Island Nanaimo
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Lower Mainland Coquitlam
Monthly Youth Program (13-17yrs)*
Monthly Young Adult Program (18+yrs)*
North Vancouver
Victoria
Monthly Youth & Young Adult Program (13-17yrs, 18+yrs)
Swim (13yrs+)
Interior Kamloops
Swim (13+yrs)*
Kelowna
Swim (13+yrs)
Monthly Youth Program (13-17yrs)
Monthly Young Adult Program (18+yrs)
Weekly Youth Program (13-17yrs)
Weekly Young Adult Program (18+yrs)
Fitness (13+yrs)
Weekly Young Adult Program (18+yrs)
Outdoor Recreation (13-17yrs, 18+yrs)
Surrey
Weekly Youth Program (13-17yrs)
Monthly Youth Program (13-17yrs)
Monthly Young Adult Program (18+yrs)
Vancouver
Swim (13+yrs)
Weekly Youth Program (13-17yrs)
Weekly Young Adult Program (18+yrs)
Monthly Youth Program (13-17yrs)
Explore Volunteering (15-21yrs)
Monthly Young Adult Program (18+yrs)
Music (13-17yrs)
*Program has not yet been confirmed.
Online registration for weekly sports and recreation programs takes place Monday, November 19th at noon to Friday, November 23rd 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. WINTER PROGRAM
AGE RANGES
Explore Volunteering
13-17yrs, 18+yrs
Fitness
16-30yrs
Outdoor Recreation
16-30yrs
Monthly Youth & Young Adult Program
13-17yrs & 18+yrs
Weekly Youth & Young Adult Program
13+yrs & 18+yrs
Music
13-17yrs
Swim
13+yrs
Explore Volunteering (13+yrs)
Program Structure Duration: 2.5hrs for 8 weeks
| Winter 2019
The Explore Volunteering program provides opportunities for youth and young adults with autism to sample volunteer tasks in a variety of
Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring
community settings. The program encourages
Cost: No cost
community engagement alongside peers while developing volunteer experience, work skills,
Siblings: No
and communication and social skills.
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
Activity
Vancouver
Various
Day of the Week Saturday
Time 9:30am-12:00pm
Start Date Jan 12,
Finish Date Mar 9
Fitness (Ages 13-17 & 18+)
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| Winter 2019
The Fitness program offers youth and young adults
Program Structure
with autism the opportunity to become more
Duration: 90-minute sessions for
comfortable in a gym environment with the support
6 weeks
of qualified instructors and alongside peers.
Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring Cost: No cost
The program will focus on learning to use fitness equipment independently and safely, gym etiquette
Siblings: No
and improving strength and stamina. Improve your
Session Structure: Individual, partner
fitness, meet new people and grow your confidence.
and group exercises
WINTER 2019 FITNESS LOCATIONS & TIMES City
Facility
Day of
Time
Week
Coquitlam
Pinetree
(13-17yrs, 18+)
Community Centre
Sunday
11:30am-12:30pm
Start
Finish
Date
Date
Jan 20
Mar 3
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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
TBD
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
Monthly Youth & Young Adult Programs: Vancouver Island 7
(Ages 13-17, 18+) The purpose of the youth and young adult monthly programs 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, without committing to multiple sessions. Activities vary each month so that you can connect with others who have similar interests or to 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
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 3 10:00am-11:00am
Mon, Feb 11, at noon
Fri, Feb 15, at noon 7
Monthly Youth & Young Adult Programs: Lower Mainland
(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
TBA - Dec Newsletter
TBA - Dec Newsletter
Sat, Feb 9 10:00am-11:30am
TBA - Jan Newsletter
TBA - Jan Newsletter
Vancouver Britannia Community Centre
Introductory
Sun, Mar 3
Dance Workshop
12:00pm-1:30pm
TBA - Feb Newsletter
TBA - Feb Newsletter
Reg. Closes TBA - Dec Newsletter
Lower Mainland, 18+yrs
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City
Facility
Activity
Date & Time
Vancouver
Canucks Autism Network Office
Introductory Dance Workshop
Sun, Jan 27 11:45am-1:15pm
Reg. Opens TBA - Dec Newsletter
Surrey
WorkBC Employment Services
Resume Workshop
Sat, Feb 9 12:30pm-2:00pm
TBA - Jan Newsletter
TBA - Jan Newsletter
Vancouver
Britannia Community Centre
Introductory
Sun, Mar 3 1:45pm-3:15pm
TBA - Feb Newsletter
TBA - Feb Newsletter
Dance Workshop
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 (13-17yrs)
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The Music program, in partnership with Sarah
McLachlan School of Music, offers children and
Program Structure
youth with autism the opportunity to practice
Duration: 60 minutes for 9 weeks
singing and to play basic percussion instruments
Seasons: Fall, Winter
in a group lesson format. Lessons are taught by
Cost: No cost
experienced music instructors and supported by
Siblings: No
CAN staff and volunteers.
Session structure: Music lessons directed by Sarah McLachlan School of Music, supported by Canucks Autism Network staff and volunteers
WINTER 2019 MUSIC LOCATIONS & TIMES City
Facility
Vancouver* (13-17yrs)
Sarah McLachlan School of Music
Day of the Week Friday
Time 6:15pm-7:15pm
Start Date Jan 18
End Date Mar 15
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Swim: Youth and Young Adult (Ages 13+)
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| Winter 2019
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 for 8 weeks
Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring Cost: $60.00 Siblings: No Session structure: Skill development, water safety awareness Program Supports: High ratio of support provided by a certified swim instructor, trained support workers and dedicated volunteers.
WINTER 2019 SWIM: YOUTH & YOUNG ADULT LOCATIONS & TIMES City
Facility
Day of
Time
Start
Finish
Westsyde Pool and
the Week Sunday
12:30-1:00pm
Date Jan 13
Date Mar 10
Kamloops* Kelowna
Fitness 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
Saturday
8:30pm-9:15pm 12:00pm-12:45pm
Jan 12
Mar 9
Saturday
5:30pm-6:15pm
Jan 12
Mar 9
7:45pm-8:30pm Vancouver
Jewish Community Centre
Victoria
Juan da Fuca Recreation Centre
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Weekly Youth & Young Adult 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.
Program Structure Duration: 90 minute sessions 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
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
(13-17 yrs, 18+)
*Starting in January 2019, the Weekly Youth and Young Adult program at Harry Jerome Recreation Centre will be replaced by a Weekly Rock Climbing program offered in partnership by Climb Base5 and Power to Be, with funding provided by MEC. 12
Thank you to our Sponsors
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| Winter 2019
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 Program (North Vancouver) Proudly supported by:
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Outdoor Rec
1788 West 8th Avenue Vancouver, BC
Canada V6J 1V6 P: 604-685-4049 E: info@canucksautism.ca
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