Category Archives: Social

🏃‍♂️‍➡️MOVE by GoodLife Kids Program

Health, Social, Sports

Looking for a FREE program for your youth to get active all year round? Look no further!

MOVE by GoodLife Kids Program is a FREE physical activity and fitness program created to build physical and mental well-being as well as community and confidence for youth ages 12 -21 with autism and intellectual disabilities across Canada. Youth with autism and intellectual disabilities often face barriers to participation in physical activity and fitness programs: whether it be a higher cost, whether it’s a lack of support for individual needs, or the environment itself is inaccessible. MOVE was created to break down these barriers and cultivate a sense of belonging through the power of movement.

The MOVE Program is led in person and virtually by specially trained Coaches and Support Agents who utilize adaptive programming to tailor classes to the unique needs of each participant, ensuring a fun and inclusive experience.
A Typical Class Structure Includes:

10 minutes – Welcome, talk topic, and warm-up
40 minutes – 1-3 Exercise circuits with games and dance breaks in between
10 minutes – Cool down and goodbyes

For more information:
https://www.goodlifekids.com/the-move-program/move/?type=in-person&page_number=1

If you have any questions, feel free to contact the MOVE Team at move@goodlifekids.com.

🏗️Lego Club

Recreation, respite, Social

What a great way to spend a Saturday morning – Lego Club!!

LEGO CLUB
SATURDAY MORNING 9:30 – 10:30
Ldao-c invites Lego fans to join them Saturday mornings! A chance to have fun, make friends and learn social skills in a relaxed environment. Located in their new learning centre on Merivale Road, allowing parents to have an hour to shop or relax.
Cost: $125.00. Join the Art Club that follows and save – both for $200.00
Email programs@ldaottawa.com to register.

🎶Join Tamir’s Neshama Choir

Arts, Social

🎶🌍 Ready to sing your heart out? Join Tamir’s Neshama Choir and be part of something special! They are a multicultural, inclusive group welcoming all adults 18+, whether you’re a Tamir participant, family member, or part of the Ottawa community. No experience needed—just a love for music and a desire to connect! 🎤✨
They perform across Ottawa, from Parliament Hill to synagogues, churches, hospitals, and more. They have also taken their voices to Toronto, Montreal, Calgary, Florida, and Israel! Let’s bridge communities through song. 🎵💫
Choir practices will take place on Wednesdays from 6:30pm-7:30pm at 31 Nadolny Sachs Private. For more information or to sign up please fill out the form below! 💙
https://forms.gle/jbKiHc6rHe1i25a6A

🎮 ABA Connection Level Up! Gaming Group is here!

Life skills, Recreation, Social, Technology

✨ Do you have a gamer at home looking to develop social skills while playing their favorite games? The Level Up! Gaming Group is the perfect opportunity for gamers to connect, collaborate, and have fun in a supportive environment!
🌟 What’s Included:
-Team-based gaming sessions
-Strategy building and communication skills
-Fun challenges and activities
-Safe and inclusive environment for all skill levels!
🎮 Let your gamer take their skills to the next level while making new friends! Register today and be part of the gaming community that’s all about fun, learning, and growth! ✨
Register Now: https://forms.gle/X7cTxfodU5C1xk2M8
📚 Explore the ABA Connections Social Group Service Guide for registration details, group information, and guidance on utilizing core funding for the Level Up! Gaming Group!
👉 www.abaconnections.ca/serviceguide

🦇🎃Halloween & Thanksgiving Trivia Night in Ottawa!!! 👻🦃

Events, Recreation, Social

Join Autism Ontario on October 5th, 2024 at Zak’s Diner in Kanata for a fun-filled and brain-teasing Trivia Night in support of the programs and services of Autism Ontario!
Tickets include a delicious meal and beverage from the “locally world-famous” Zak’s Diner.
Registration Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/autism-ontario-trivia-night-kanata-tickets-1007696165357?aff=oddtdtcreator

If you have any questions, please reach out to Tahseen Ali, Fund & Volunteer Coordinator, Autism Ontario East Region.
Email: tahseen.ali@autismontario.com

🎨LDAO-C Saturday morning clubs

Children, Social

With their new Learning Centre, Learning Disabilities Association of Ottawa-Carleton (LDAO-C) are able to offer two Saturday morning clubs! While the kids think the clubs are just a lot of fun, LDAO-C knows that these clubs are also a chance to offer social skills, make friends, and share some of the struggles they each might be facing. Sign up for both to receive a discount. Ages 9-13. (Bonus for parents – sign up for both and you get two hours to run errands or enjoy a cup of coffee at a local cafe)