Join us in discovering how playtime isn’t just fun, it’s a powerful way to help your child learn important life skills. This workshop provides an opportunity for you to ask questions about how to navigate tricky playtime moments, encourage positive behaviors, and bring out the best in your child, all while having a blast!
Interested in enrolling your child in a social skills group, school, or community program? Wondering how you can help them be successful in group settings? Wondering how skills are taught in groups and what skills can be learned? Meet and chat with one of our Group Facilitators to learn more!
Transitioning to school after a summer vacation and perhaps having attended school online previously might be a challenging experience for learners and caregivers. Proactive planning and supporting your child with the tools they need ahead of this significant transition can make going back to school in-person a more positive experience. This session presents safety skills […]
Wondering how to support your child’s transition to kindergarten? This workshop is tailored to prepare families for this significant milestone with helpful information and tips. In this workshop you will learn about steps to prepare your child for school, effective communication with the school, visual supports, and more!
The transition to High School workshop is tailored to prepare families with helpful information and tips to help decrease some of the stress and anxiety related to this significant milestone. In this workshop, we build awareness to support a successful transition including ways to familiarize your child to the new school, prepare you for school […]
Toilet training can be a challenge for anyone! This session will cover what you need to know prior to starting toilet training for your child and set you up to be successful. This workshop will discuss key prerequisite skills and important considerations before starting a toilet training program. As well, you will learn how to […]
Sleep concerns can be common in children with autism and many parents struggle with how to address them. You are not in this alone! We are here to support you with ways to develop a healthy sleep routine. In this workshop you will learn ways to track your child’s sleeping behaviours, identify and troubleshoot potential […]
To access Core Clinical services through the Ontario Autism Program (OAP) a Determination of Needs (DoN) will be completed with primary caregivers to determine funding amounts. This session will provide an overview of the DoN. You will learn about the overall process, and have a better understanding of how to prepare, what to expect, and […]
Parents and caregivers of children and youth with autism often navigate a complex system of supports and services. Join a Registered Behaviour Analyst (RBA) and a Registered Nurse (RN) for this interactive session designed to help families better understand how different professionals can support their child’s development and well-being. The RBA will provide insights into […]
We all thrive on routine. Children with autism do especially well with predictability and repetition. But what happens when your child’s regular routine is disrupted? This workshop will teach you how to establish a healthy routine at home with your child or children and how to manage disruptions. You will learn the importance of establishing […]
Join the Kinark Team for “Christmas in July” at the Bradford Farmers’ Market! We’re thrilled to be back at the Bradford Farmers’ Market to share information about Kinark’s programs and services—and to give away free resources and swag! Visit us on Saturday July 19th from 9 AM to 1 PM at 425 Holland Street West, […]
Come See Us at the Aurora Public Library this summer! 📍 15145 Yonge Street, Aurora, ON Join the Kinark team during the STEM Tuesdays program! We’ll be onsite with free take-home resources for your child, including token boards, choice boards, visual schedules, and more. While your child enjoys our hands-on sensory bins and toys, take […]
Kinark is coming to the Richmond Hill Public Library Kids’s Corner! 📍 1 Atkinson Ave., Richmond Hill, ON Stop by to explore a variety of free take-home resources for your child, including token boards, social narratives, visual schedules, and more. While your child enjoys our hands-on sensory bins and toys, take a moment to chat […]
Kinark is coming to the Oshawa Public Library this summer! 📍 65 Debwewin Miikan Oshawa, ON Stop by to explore a variety of free take-home resources for your child, including token boards, social narratives, visual schedules, and more. While your child enjoys our hands-on sensory bins and toys, take a moment to chat with our […]
Let’s TACO-ABOUT IT! Taco Night – In person at the Barrie Location (10 Murray Street). This event is for teens ages 14-18. Food and materials will be provided at the event. Unfortunately we cannot accommodate all dietary restrictions. Families are welcome to bring their own toppings of choice if there are dietary restrictions.
Do you like science experiments? Like making things move? Then you will want to join our fun Science Experiments social. A list of materials will be sent to families that register to be able to participate.
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