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Summer Leisure Guide June-August 2018
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OVERNIGHT CAMP
Keats Island
Overnight Camp for Kids, Teens and Young Adults (Ages 6+)
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)
Port Coquitlam
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)
Multisport (7-12yrs, 13-17yrs)
Canucks Autism Network — Summer 2018 Programs by Location
Please check the program page for additional information regarding program dates, times, locations, and registration information.
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)
INTERIOR
Kamloops
Bike (6-17yrs)
Family Event (All Ages)
Kelowna
Kelowna Day Camp (7-12yrs, 13-17yrs)
Family Event (All Ages)
SUMMER PROGRAM AGE Bike 7-12yrs, 13-17yrs Kelowna Day Camp 7-12yrs, 13-17yrs Family Events All Ages Monthly Social Group for Youth & Young Adults 13-17yrs, 18+yrs Multisport 7-12yrs, 13-17yrs Outdoor Rec 13-17yrs, 18+yrs Overnight Camp 6+yrs
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.
About Canucks Autism Network Canucks Autism Network (CAN) provides high-quality sports and recreation programs for individuals and families living with autism, while increasing awareness and providing training in communities across British Columbia. 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.
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(Ages 7-17yrs) Bike
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.
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.
(Ages 7-17yrs) Bike
City Facility Day of the Week
Time Week Fee
Kamloops (6-17yrs)
David Thompson Elementary School
$30 Daily, Tuesday-Friday
5:00pm-6:30pm Tuesday, July 3—Friday, July 6
Kamloops (6-17yrs)
David Thompson Elementary School
$30 Daily, Monday-Friday
5:00pm-6:30pm Monday, July 9—Friday, July 13
Vancouver Memorial South Park
Daily,
Monday-Friday
9:00am-10:30am,
10:45am-12:15pm,
12:45pm-2:15pm, or
2:30pm-4:00pm
Monday, July 30– Friday, August 3
$30
Port Coquitlam
Minnekhada Mid-dle School
Daily,
Monday-Friday
8:45am-10:15am,
10:45am-12:15pm, or
12:45pm-2:15pm
Monday, August 13—Friday, August 17
$30
Surrey Cloverdale Athletic Park
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
$30
Summer 2018 Bike Location and Times*
*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.
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(Ages 7-17yrs) Kelowna Day Camp
City Facility Age Week Theme Fee
Kelowna Boys & Girls Club 7-17yrs Tuesday, July 3—Friday, July 6; Daily, 9:00am-3:30pm
Bike $40
Kelowna Boys & Girls Club 7-17yrs Monday, July 9—Friday, July 13; Daily, 9:00am-3:30pm
Creativity (Arts & Crafts)
$50
Kelowna Boys & Girls Club 7-17yrs Monday, August 13—Friday, August 17; Daily, 9:00am-3:30pm
Adventure $50
Kelowna Boys & Girls Club 7-17yrs Monday, August 20—Friday, August 24; Daily, 9:00am-3:30pm
Science, Robotics, Engineering
$50
Summer 2018 Kelowna Day Camp Location and Times*
*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.
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.
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Family Events (All Ages)
City Facility Activity Date & Time Registration Opens
Registration Closes
Coquitlam Eagle Quest Golf Family Mini Golf Sunday June 24; 1-hr timeslots from 11:00am-7:00pm
Monday, June 4,
at noon
Friday, June 8, at noon
Duncan** Cowichan Sportsplex
Sunset Cinema July; date and time TBA
Keep an eye out for updates in
the June newsletter Kamloops** B.C. Wildlife Park Outdoor Family
Event August; date and time TBA
Keep an eye out for updates in the July newsletter
Kelowna** 19 Greens Mini Golf Sunday, July 29; 1-hr timeslots from 12:00pm-6:00pm
Keep an eye out for updates in the July newsletter
Nanaimo** Rip Tide Lagoon Family Mini Golf Sunday, June 24;
1:00pm-6:00pm
Keep an eye out for updates in the June newsletter
Surrey Surrey City Hall Plaza
CAN Birthday Festival
Saturday ,July 7;
10:00am-12:00pm
Monday, Jun e
11, at noon
Friday, June 22, at noon
Victoria** Prospect Lake Outdoor Family Event (Power To Be)
Sunday August 19;
time TBA
Keep an eye out for updates in the August newsletter
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.
*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 .
Family Events 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.
Summer 2018 Family Event Locations & Times*
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Monthly Social Group: for Youth & Young Adults Lower Mainland (Ages 13-17, 18+)
Youth (13-17yrs)
City Facility Activity Date & Time Registration Opens
Registration Closes
Vancouver Vancouver Aquarium
Explore the Aquarium Monday, July TBA;
12:45pm-3:00pm
Monday, June 11, at noon
Friday, June 15,
at noon
Burnaby Deer Lake Boat Rentals
Pedal boating on Deer Lake Friday, August 10,
10:30am-12:00pm
Monday, July 9, at noon
Friday, July 13,
at noon
City Facility Activity Date & Time Registration Opens
Registration Closes
Abbotsford Castlefun Park Mini Golf and Arcade Games
Thursday, July 12;
6:00pm-7:30pm
Monday, June 11, at noon
Friday, June 15, at noon
Abbotsford Get Air Trampoline Park Saturday, August 11;
8:30am-10:00pm
Monday, July 9, at noon
Friday, July 13, at noon
Youth (13-17yrs) - Abbotsford
*All program information is subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit canucksautism.ca.
City Facility Activity Date & Time Registration Opens
Registration Closes
Coquitlam Eaglequest Golf Foot golf and Mini golf Sunday, July 15;
9:45am-12:00pm
Monday, June 11, at noon
Friday, June 15, at noon
Vancouver Vancouver Aquarium Explore the aquarium Monday, August TBA;
12:45pm-3:00pm
Monday, July 9, at noon
Friday, July 13, at noon
Young Adults (18+yrs)
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*
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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
NANAIMO (13-17yrs, 18+yrs)
City Facility Activity Date & Time Registration Opens
Registration 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
*All program information is subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit canucksautism.ca.
VICTORIA (13-17yrs, 18+yrs)
Monthly Social Group: for Youth & Young Adults Vancouver Island (Ages 13-17, 18+)
Summer 2018 Monthly Social Group for Youth: Locations & Times*
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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.
City Facility Fee Duration Time Start Date Finish Date Vancouver Memorial
South Park $30 Daily
Monday-Friday
9:00am-10:30am, 10:45am-12:15pm, 12:45pm-2:15pm
Monday, July 9
Friday, July 13
Coquitlam Cunnings Field
$30 Daily Monday-Friday
9:00am-10:30am, 10:45am-12:15pm
Monday, July 16
Friday July 20
Surrey Newton Athletic Park
$30 Daily Monday– Fri-day
9:00am-10:30am, 10:45am-12:15pm, 12:45pm-2:15pm
Monday July 23
Friday July 27
SUMMER 2018 LOWER MAINLAND | MULTISPORT LOCATIONS & TIMES*
PROGRAM STRUCTURE & FEE
*All program information is subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit: www.canucksautism.ca.
Multisport (Ages 7-17yrs)
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.
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City Facility Activity Date & Time Registration Opens
Registration Closes
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.
Outdoor Rec Outdoor Rec (Ages 13-17, 18+)
Summer 2018 Outdoor Rec Locations & Times*
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.
Multisport
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.
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(Ages 6+yrs) Overnight Camp
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+ )
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
Summer 2018 Overnight Kids, Teens & Young Adults Camps-Locations & Dates
*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.
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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 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.
Additional Information
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Once a participant is confirmed into a program with a fee, they will be provided payment details. Accepted methods of payment include:
· Credit Card
· Autism Funding
o Participants ages 6-18yrs are able to submit a Request to Pay form to Autism Funding for the program fee.
o For participants 5yrs and younger, parents/guardians are encouraged to contact Autism Funding to inquire about eligibility of program fee being covered through a participant’s funding.
· Cheque
· Cash
· 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
· 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 [email protected] 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.
Payment Options for Program Fees
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Thank You to Our Sponsors
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