Autism Ontario recognizes that receiving an autism diagnosis for your child may be both a meaningful and challenging experience.
They invite you to join their staff to discuss how to navigate services and supports that may be helpful for your family.
Learn more and register here:
https://www.autismontario.com/civicrm/event/info?id=10395
New Year, New Adventures! Parent Resource Centre’s January Playgroup Schedule is here! 
Join them for fun-filled activities, interactive play, and quality time with your little ones.
Playgroups:
Tuesdays to Fridays: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Saturdays: 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Me & My Baby Playgroup (0-18 months): Wednesdays, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Evening Playgroup: Tuesdays, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Find your next playgroup at incredibleplaygroupfinder.ca
School’s Cool Program for children with autism still has some spaces available
Mothercraft Ottawa School’s Cool program for children with Autism still has some spaces available for their January-February 2025 session that will take place at their Evered location (475 Evered Ave).
If you are interested in a space for your child please email talor.benson-harper@mothercraft.com and/or fill out the form here: https://forms.gle/qXird5qYNRLiLuET6
Happy New Year!! Here is the EarlyON’s calendar for January 2025!!
Need Support For Your Child with ASD* During March Break?
The March Break Reimbursement Fund is available to Ontario families of children or youth with ASD who retain the services of a one-to-one support worker OR who have paid for their child to attend a March Break camp or program, but not both.
Maximum reimbursements of $350 per child or youth (up to 18th birthday) will be made to subsidize services purchased during the March Break Week.
A minimum of 1,007 families, from across Ontario, are expected to receive reimbursements. Reimbursements will be provided based on a random selection made from all eligible applicants who apply between December and January.
Funded with support from the Government of Ontario.
Registration Opens December 20th, 2024
https://www.autismontario.com/marchbreak
Active Pediatrics Waitlist Has Finally Reopened!
If you’ve been waiting to start services, now’s the perfect time to join.
The quickest way to get on the waitlist is by accessing the link below to complete the self-intake form. You can also call or email them, and they’ll happily guide you through the process.
They can’t wait to support your child on their journey! 
3rd edition of “Creating Christmas Magic”
The Vanier Museopark, in partnership with the Conseil des écoles catholiques du Centre-Est, the St-Laurent branch of DeSerres stores , and the Vanier Community Service Centre, is proud to present the 3rd edition of “Creating Christmas Magic”, a community and family celebration that collects new, unwrapped toys, gift cards and monetary donations for Vanier children and families in need.
Sunday, December 8, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Richelieu-Vanier Community Centre and Vanier Sugar Shack (300 des Pères Blancs Ave.)
On the menu: A festive and caring atmosphere, a chance to meet Santa Claus, hot cocoa and a Christmas music show by Céleste Lévis!
Free activity in exchange for a new toy or a donation
To donate 
https://museoparc.ca/activities-and-events/christmas-magic/
SAVE THE DATE AND DONATE GENEROUSLY!
Being active together after a busy day at school or work will give you something to look forward to and might even help you to sleep better.
The kids won’t be the only ones having fun!
Parenting In Ottawa shared 20 simple ways to get active with your kids after school this fall:
https://activeforlife.com/20-ways-get-active-after…/
Feeding Challenges
Did you know that feeding challenges are common among children with autism? Sensory sensitivities, picky eating, and mealtime stress can make it tough. Aidescanada’s Feeding Differences in Autism Toolkit offers insights and strategies to make mealtimes more positive and manageable for everyone.
Explore the toolkit for practical tips: https://bit.ly/4eUK1ND
Lotus Centre for Special Music Education New Adaptive Mini Music Camp
Lotus Centre for Special Music Education is launching a new Tuesday afternoon adaptive mini music camp for kids aged 6-12 who are not attending school or are facing school exclusion.
The camp will be held from 1-4pm each Tuesday and will include music making, sensory play, and outdoor recreational time in a structured and supportive environment. It is replicating their long-running Sunday afternoon mini music camp. Registration will be on a week-to-week basis to provide as much flexibility as possible to our families.
Any questions about registration can be sent to their program administrator at info@lotuscentre.net.
