Join the Ottawa Catholic School Parents Association (CSPA) at St. Paul High School (2675 Draper Ave., Ottawa, ON, K2H 7A1) from 8:50 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for the Ottawa Catholic School Board (OCSB) Family Expo!

Attendees can expect:

• Explore family-focused workshops (sessions run from 9:40 a.m. to 12:50 p.m.)

• Opportunities to connect with staff from the Ottawa Catholic School Board (OCSB)

• Meet our community partners at our community resource cafe

• Discover practical information, supports, and resources for your family

Register and learn more about the full event lineup here: OCSB Family Expo: Learn, Connect and Discover | Join Us on September 26, 2026 – The Ottawa Catholic School Board

Join The Ottawa Rotary Home on Sunday, October 18, 2026, from 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. for Together, We Belong, their Open House event.

The event will take place at The Ottawa Rotary Home (823 Rotary Way, Gloucester, ON, K1T 3W6). Attendees can expect to explore their services, meet The Ottawa Rotary Home team, and learn about what supports they have available.

Please RSVP or direct questions to Julia Gordon juliag@rotaryhome.ca.

English Session: Wednesday, September 30 from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

This virtual session is an introduction / overview of key topics in the transition from youth to adult.

It will provide caregivers with a broad overview of adult services, funding, and supports along with key dates for applying for adult services.

Additional topics:

• Consent, capacity, decision making
• Post-secondary education
• Employment
• Community engagement

Register: Journey to Adulthood Overview | Autism Ontario

Virtual 6-week discussion group (French): Monday, October 5 to Monday, November 16 from 7:00 – 8:30 p.m.

Autism Ontario’s Journey to Adulthood Discussion Workshops are a series of six virtual discussions featuring topics relevant to the transition from youth to adulthood.

Topics discussed include:

• Finances
• Consent, capacity, decision making
• Community Engagement
• Post-secondary education
• The future

Register: En ligne – Cheminement vers l’âge adulte | Autism Ontario

Parents Lifeline of Eastern Ontario (PLEO) and CHEO Neurodevelopmental Health (NDH) are offering a monthly virtual neurodevelopmental support group to support parents and caregivers navigating their child or youth’s (ages 0-18) neurodevelopmental challenges or neurodivergence.

The virtual support group meets on the last Thursday of each month from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Zoom, and is facilitated by PLEO Family Peer Supporters, who are parents with lived experience.

It offers a safe, supportive space where families can connect, exchange information and resources, share experiences, discuss successes and challenges, and find support with an understanding community.

Registration is not required, and attendance is optional for each month. Please Note: Sessions are currently offered in English.

The next support group meeting is Thursday, August 27 at 6:30 p.m. Join at Meeting Registration – Zoom.

Registration is open for Autism Ontario’s FREE Back to School with Confidence: Supporting Autistic Students Through Transitions Webinar, on Thursday, August 20 from 12 – 1 p.m.

Topics discussed:

• Ways to prepare for the school year, including establishing routines and becoming familiar with new environments

• How to encourage self-advocacy by helping students communicate their strengths, interests, and support needs

• Tips for building relationships with teachers through communication, shared understanding, and realistic expectations

• Strategies to support regulation and balance during the school week, including managing homework, downtime, and recovery after the school day

• How to create learning environments where autistic students feel understood, valued, and empowered.

This webinar is designed for parents, caregivers, educators, and professionals looking for neurodiversity-affirming approaches to support autistic learners at school and at home.

Please note: This session will take place in English.

Register here: Back to School with Confidence: Supporting Autistic Students Through Transitions with Dr. Kara Dymond – webinar.net

For any questions, please contact webinars@autismontario.com

Join Developmental Services Ontario (DSO) Housing Navigators for this FREE webinar exploring how Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), such as garden suites, basement apartments, and tiny homes, can create housing options for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

This virtual session will take place on Thursday, August 27 from 12 – 1:30 p.m.

To register, visit: Accessory Dwelling Units

Registration is open for the FREE Less Stress, More Homework Success workshop, from CHEO Foundational Family Services.

Select from the following session dates:

• Thursday, September 10 from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. This session is offered in English.

• Tuesday, October 6 from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. This session is offered in French.

• Tuesday, November 24 from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. This session is offered in English.

Topics will include:

• Strategies for structuring the environment,

• Promoting motivation and independence

• Addressing other common challenges that may arise during homework time.

This workshop is designed for caregivers and youth who wish to develop practical strategies to improve their homework experience at home.

Register here: Foundational Family Services – CHEO

Registration is open for the FREE Introduction to Special Education in Ontario virtual information session from Autism Ontario, taking place on Thursday, August 6 from 12 – 1 p.m.

Participants will learn:

• How special education works in Ontario schools

• Important terms and processes (like IEP and IPRC)

• The roles of families, schools, and school boards

• Where to find helpful resources and support

This session is intended as an introduction to special education in Ontario for families, caregivers, and professionals supporting autistic children and youth.

Participants will receive a resource package with useful links and information.

Please note: This workshop is conducted in English.

Register here: Introduction to Special Education in Ontario- Virtual Information Session | Autism Ontario