Category Archives: Services and Programs

Join BEING Studio for our 2025 Open House and learn more about how they support artists with developmental disabilities through a variety of arts programs

Join BEING Studio for our 2025 Open House and learn more about how they support artists with developmental disabilities through a variety of arts programs

From their core programming to Tuesday evening workshops and Saturday sessions, they’re growing, and they want you to be part of it.

Explore their inclusive and supportive creative space in person. Meet artists who attend BEING Studio, connect with our dedicated staff, ask questions, and take a tour of our fully accessible studio. You’ll also get a preview of our upcoming programming expansions launching this fall, including a new Digital Arts stream and an additional core program session.

– June 25th 2025, 5:30pm – 7:30 pm
– Room 304, 211 Bronson Avenue, Ottawa, ON

They hope to see you there!

For accessibility needs or questions about how to become an artist at BEING, contact us at studio@beingstudio.ca

Take a look at Karis’ summer programs and activities

They encourage skill-building, recreation and leisure. There’s something for everyone!

Bingo Bonanza
https://v2.mycommunityhub.ca/#/program-details/39042

Creative & Lucky: Bingo & Art Full Day Fun!
https://v2.mycommunityhub.ca/#/program-details/39046

Karis Community Participation Supports – Naming Convention Celebration
https://v2.mycommunityhub.ca/#/program-details/39812

Bowling Ottawa
https://v2.mycommunityhub.ca/#/program-details/39807

Bowl-Ability
https://v2.mycommunityhub.ca/#/program-details/39808

Sports Camp
https://v2.mycommunityhub.ca/#/program-details/39756

E-PIC Bingo (Electronic Picture Bingo)
https://v2.mycommunityhub.ca/#/program-details/40344

Pirate Adventure
https://v2.mycommunityhub.ca/#/program-details/40419

☀️ Summer 2025 Group Programs at Active Pediatrics! ☀️

Active Pediatrics is excited to offer three engaging, therapist-led group sessions designed to support children’s growth through play, connection, and skill-building.

🌟 Life Skills Essentials (Ages 12–17)
Wednesdays | Led by Jezlyn Lang, OT
Support your teen’s independence with hands-on learning focused on time management, self-care, responsibility, and snack prep—plus confidence and self-advocacy skills that last a lifetime!

🖍️ Giggle & Scribble – Pre-Writing Group (Ages 4–6)
Tuesdays | Led by Annabelle Phillion, OT
A bilingual, play-based group that builds fine motor skills, pencil grasp, and drawing confidence—perfect for little ones preparing to write!

🎲 Friendship Builders: Game On! (Ages 8–11)
Thursdays | Led by Shikha (OTA) & Mekayla (ABA Therapist)
An integrated OT/ABA social group that uses classic board games to teach turn-taking, emotional regulation, and flexible thinking in a fun, peer-focused setting.

📅 Check the images for full dates, times, and pricing.

📍 Held at Active Pediatrics | Spaces are limited!

📝 To register: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx…

🌸 Parent Resource Centre May Playgroup Schedule is here! 🗓️

Join Parent Resource Centre for engaging playtime, new friends, and quality moments 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
📍 Plus, don’t forget to check out their Toy & Parent Library, open during playgroup hours!
🔗 Find your next playgroup at https://www.incredibleplaygroupfinder.ca/en