Sudbury-Manitoulin

159 Pine St. Sudbury, Ontario

This workshop provides an opportunity to learn Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) strategies to teach your child play skills that increase and promote language. Teaching communication skills and expanding your child’s language through play increases skill development across many areas maximizing learning opportunities. There are six individual consults with a BCBA-D included with this workshop. These consultations are individualized specific to implement the strategies reviewed at the workshop with your child.

Workshop: Monday, April 27, 2026 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm
with six 30 minute 1:1 consultations scheduled with each family individually.

Sudbury-Manitoulin

159 Pine St. Sudbury, Ontario

Small play group - promoting simple activities both fine and gross motor, play and language development. Small group sessions with daily themed activities. Includes some 1:1-time, small group play, and individualized goals identified by the Registered Behaviour Analyst

Monday, July 6, 2026 from 9h00 - 4h00.

Sudbury-Manitoulin

239 Pine St. Sudbury, Ontario or family home

The Verbal Behavior Milestones Assessment and Placement Program (VB-MAPP) is a developmental assessment and curriculum that assesses language, learning, and social skills, as well as behavioural barriers that are interfering with your child’s ability to learn more advanced skills. This assessment program is based upon Applied Behavior Analysis with a focus on Skinner’s (1957) analysis of verbal behavior. The VB-MAPP can help identify your child’s strengths and weaknesses across a variety of critical skills. The assessment also makes it easy to compare and contrast your child’s skills with those of same aged peers.

Service 1: May 11
Service 2: June 9
Service 3: July 13
Service 4: October 6
Service 5: January 12
Service 6: February 10

Sudbury-Manitoulin

239 Pine St. Sudbury, Ontario

BCBAs and caregivers troubleshoot, problem solve and consult about a topic of the caregiver’s choice. May be related to skill building, problem behaviour, incorporating ABA principles into daily living, etc. The clinic day consultations are intended to provide general information and may not be suitable for severe challenging behaviour or other complex issues. Please be prepared with some questions or scenarios to direct the conversation.

4 spaces per date: May 1, 2026; June 26, 2026; July 31, 2026; August 28, 2026; September 25, 2026; October 30, 2026; November 27, 2026; January 29, 2027; February 26, 2027.

4 times per days above: 9:00am, 11:00am, 1:00pm, 3:00pm

**Please select only one date and time. Selecting multiple dates will not result in additional services. **

Sudbury-Manitoulin

239 Pine St. Sudbury, Ontario

Your child will learn ways to communicate their needs using words, sounds (i.e., word approximations), or pictures, depending on their current skills. The first session focuses on determining strategies with parents/caregivers, followed by coaching your child to practice communicating with you during the remaining sessions.

Service 1: July 7, 2026 (10:00am - 11:30am)
Service 2: July 9, 2026 (10:00am - 11:30am)
Service 3: August 4, 2026 (10:00am - 11:30am)
Service 4: August 6, 2026 (10:00am - 11:30am)

Sudbury-Manitoulin

239 Pine St. Sudbury, Ontario

This service focuses on helping your child build one specific skill or address a particular challenge. Together, we work on practical goals such as toileting, eating, hygiene, communication, or finding positive alternatives to challenging behaviour. Sessions may include working directly with your child and coaching parents or caregivers so strategies can be used at home and in everyday routines.

Service 1: April 23, 2026
Service 2: May 6, 2026
Service 3: June 3, 2026
Service 4: July 8, 2026
Service 5: August 5, 2026
Service 6: September 9,2026
Service 7: October 7, 2026
Service 8: November 4, 2026
Service 9 November 9, 2026
Service 10: January 12, 2027
Service 11: February 3, 2027

Sudbury-Manitoulin

239 Pine St. Sudbury, Ontario

Reciprocal Imitation Training is a play-based approach that helps children learn to copy actions during natural play with another person. By imitating the child’s play and gently encouraging the child to copy new actions, we help build engagement, shared play, and social connection. These strategies can be used during playtime and everyday routines at home.

Service 1: July 7, 2026 (1:00pm - 2:30pm)
Service 2: July 9, 2026 (1:00pm - 2:30pm)
Service 3: August 4, 2026 (1:00pm - 2:30pm)
Service 4: August 6, 2026 (1:00pm - 2:30pm)

Sudbury-Manitoulin

239 Pine St. Sudbury, Ontario

Critical Core is a role playing game that features cooperation between players to achieve goals within the game. Using a game master who facilitates the play, players determine their characters strengths and abilities and use these to work collaboratively with the other players. With a focus on skills that are critical for building relationships and having meaningful social interactions, Critical Core makes learning enjoyable for players.

September 11, 2026

Times 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Sudbury-Manitoulin

239 Pine or family home

PEAK is a Relational Training System made up of 4 modules (Direct Training, Generalization, Transformation, and Equivalence). This empirically supported assessment allows for a summary of skills and areas to target for improvement across all modules including: foundational learning skills; perceptual learning skills; verbal comprehension skills; and verbal reasoning, memory, and math skills. The Generalization module can help identify areas to target for skill development to promote the emergence of generalized, flexible, and adaptive language skills that will open the door to many new experiences. The equivalence module evaluates a learner’s current ability to derive novel responses that have never been directly taught. The transformation assessment establishes a learner’s current ability to expressively and receptively relate events in a variety of contexts that promote learning.

Service 1: August 11, 2026
Service 2: October 13, 2026
Service 3: November 17, 2026
Service 4: January 13, 2027

Sudbury-Manitoulin

Sudbury

More Than Words is a supportive program that helps parents and caregivers learn practical ways to build their child’s communication, play, and imitation skills. Through group sessions and individual visits, families discover what motivates their child, how to keep interactions going, and how to use everyday moments to encourage meaningful communication and connection.

July 2nd 2026 - Sessions will take place every Thursday morning until end of program.

Each family will receive a total of 8 group workshop sessions (2.5 hours each) on Thursday mornings (parents only), and 4 individual consultations, which include parent and child. The program rotates between a few workshop sessions and an individual consultations.

Sudbury-Manitoulin

222 Main St E, North Bay, ON P1B 1B1

TalkAbility is a supportive program that helps parents learn practical ways to build their child’s people skills. Families learn how to help their child notice social cues, understand others’ thoughts and feelings, take turns in conversation, tell stories, play imaginatively, and make friends. The program gives parents simple strategies to support meaningful back and forth interactions and stronger social connections.

Friday September 11th 2026 - Sessions will take place every Friday morning until end of program.

The program services 4 children in total. Each family will receive a total of 8 group workshop sessions (2.5 hours each) on Friday mornings (parents only), and 4 individual consultations, which include parent and child. The program rotates between a few workshop sessions and an individual consultations.

Sudbury-Manitoulin

Online or in-person at 1191 Lansing Ave., Unit 1, Sudbury ON P3A 4C4

Speech and Language Individual Consultations are designed to allow for caregivers the opportunity to discuss 1-2 concerns they have about their child’s speech and language development. Families will meet with a registered Speech-Language Pathologist for a total of four 1:1 consultations, which will last 45 minutes each, and be offered in-person or virtually.

During the first consultation session, parents/caregivers will meet with the Speech-Language Pathologist to discuss concerns they have regarding their child’s communication development. At this time, functional strategies and goals will be shared with the caregivers to ensure that they have the knowledge and confidence required to allow them to help their child become a more effective communicator in everyday life. This service is designed for families of children who are not yet using verbal words to communicate, use a limited number of words, communicate with a communication device (i.e. PECS, Proloquo, SnapCore), struggle to produce speech sounds, communicate using incomplete sentences, or have difficulties with social communication and interaction with peers. No matter what the need is, we can help!

The remaining 3 consultation sessions will involve either only the parent, or both parent and child. The Speech-Language Pathologist will guide the parent in implementation of the strategies and goals discussed during the first consultation session.

Dates:
May 1st, 2026 (2 sessions available)
June 1st, 2026 (2 sessions available)

Sudbury-Manitoulin

Online or in-person at 1191 Lansing Ave., Unit 1, Sudbury ON P3A 4C4

Speech and Language Individual Consultations are designed to allow for caregivers the opportunity to discuss 1-2 concerns they have about their child’s speech and language development. Families will meet with a registered Speech-Language Pathologist for a total of four 1:1 consultations, which will last 45 minutes each, and be offered in-person or virtually.

During the first consultation session, parents/caregivers will meet with the Speech-Language Pathologist to discuss concerns they have regarding their child’s communication development. At this time, functional strategies and goals will be shared with the caregivers to ensure that they have the knowledge and confidence required to allow them to help their child become a more effective communicator in everyday life. This service is designed for families of children who are not yet using verbal words to communicate, use a limited number of words, communicate with a communication device (i.e. PECS, Proloquo, SnapCore), struggle to produce speech sounds, communicate using incomplete sentences, or have difficulties with social communication and interaction with peers. No matter what the need is, we can help!

The remaining 3 consultation sessions will involve either only the parent, or both parent and child. The Speech-Language Pathologist will guide the parent in implementation of the strategies and goals discussed during the first consultation session.

Dates:
July 1st, 2026 (6 sessions available)

Sudbury-Manitoulin

Online or in-person at 1191 Lansing Ave., Unit 1, Sudbury ON P3A 4C4

Speech and Language Individual Consultations are designed to allow for caregivers the opportunity to discuss 1-2 concerns they have about their child’s speech and language development. Families will meet with a registered Speech-Language Pathologist for a total of four 1:1 consultations, which will last 45 minutes each, and be offered in-person or virtually.

During the first consultation session, parents/caregivers will meet with the Speech-Language Pathologist to discuss concerns they have regarding their child’s communication development. At this time, functional strategies and goals will be shared with the caregivers to ensure that they have the knowledge and confidence required to allow them to help their child become a more effective communicator in everyday life. This service is designed for families of children who are not yet using verbal words to communicate, use a limited number of words, communicate with a communication device (i.e. PECS, Proloquo, SnapCore), struggle to produce speech sounds, communicate using incomplete sentences, or have difficulties with social communication and interaction with peers. No matter what the need is, we can help!

The remaining 3 consultation sessions will involve either only the parent, or both parent and child. The Speech-Language Pathologist will guide the parent in implementation of the strategies and goals discussed during the first consultation session.

Dates:
August 1st, 2026 (5 sessions available)
September 1st, 2026 (5 sessions available)
October 1st, 2026 (5 sessions available)

Sudbury-Manitoulin

Sudbury - South End Library

Fun with Food is designed for children aged 3 – 8 years of age that are selective feeders and eat a limited repertoire of foods. It is designed to increase children’s willingness to explore, interact, and accept new foods. Each child will receive a feeding assessment and then will participate in 8 sessions with peers.

Service 1: Thursday, April 23, 2026 (5:00pm - 6:30pm)
Service 2: Thursday, September 17, 2026 (5:00pm - 6:30pm)
Service 3: Thursday, January 14, 2027 (5:00pm - 6:30pm)

Thunder Bay

Creative Therapy Associates, 1201 B Amber Drive, Thunder Bay ON

Friendship Builders is a group program that helps children build friendships and strengthen social skills. Through games and guided peer interaction, children practice conversation, cooperation, problem solving, perspective taking, and confidence in social situations.

Saturday, April 25th, 2026 (2:30pm - 4:00pm)

Thunder Bay

Virtual

This program provides families and teams with consultation and caregiver coaching from a Registered Behaviour Analyst (RBA) to support skill development, behaviour strategies, and individualized goals. The focus is on building practical strategies and working collaboratively to support meaningful progress.

May 4, 2026 (Time based on needs of caregivers)

Thunder Bay

Creative Therapy Associates, 1201 B Amber Drive, Thunder Bay ON,1-883 Tungsten Street

This program provides families and teams with consultation and caregiver coaching from a Registered Behaviour Analyst (RBA) to support skill development, behaviour strategies, and individualized goals. The focus is on building practical strategies and working collaboratively to support meaningful progress.

June 22, 2026 (Time based on child and family needs)

Thunder Bay

Creative Therapy Associates, 1201 B Amber Drive, Thunder Bay ON

Little Explorers is a group-based program for young children that runs once per week for 3 hours, providing a rich and engaging environment to support early learning and communication skills.
Through play-based activities, structured routines, and guided social interaction, children have opportunities to explore, learn, and connect with peers in a supportive setting. The extended program length allows therapists to create meaningful learning opportunities throughout the session while supporting children’s natural curiosity and engagement.
Children practice skills such as communication, turn-taking, following routines, early play skills, and interacting with peers. The program focuses on building confidence, encouraging exploration, and supporting early social and language development in a fun and nurturing environment.

June 22, 2026 (9:00am - 12:00pm)

Kenora-Rainy River

Fort Frances – Robert Moore School

This service is intended to provide the parents/caregivers of children with an Autism diagnosis to learn skills and strategies on how to appropriately incorporate effective tools and strategies of Positive Reinforcement. Families will have the opportunity to connect with a Registered Behaviour Analyst and a Positive Behavior Interventionist, ask questions, and create a beginner level reinforcement “Toolbox.” A variety of activities will be available for the youth who attend. Meal and refreshments provided.

Thursday, July 16th, 2026 (5:00pm - 7:00pm)

Kenora-Rainy River

Fort Frances – Robert Moore School

This service is intended to provide parents with children with an Autism diagnosis to learn skills and strategies on how to navigate around Sensory Processing needs. Families will have the opportunity to connect with an Occupational Therapist, ask questions, and learn about different sensory processing needs, what/where to purchase, and how to create simple tools right at home! A variety of activities will be available for the youth who attend. Meal and refreshments provided.

Thursday October 8th, 2026 (5:00pm - 7:00pm)

Kenora-Rainy River

Fort Frances – Robert Moore School

This service is intended to provide parents with children with an Autism diagnosis to engage in collective cooking and life skills. Families will have the opportunity to connect with a Dietician, ask questions, learn about picky eating, and to discuss the importance of cooking and eating meals together. A variety of activities will be available for kids who attend.

Thursday January 14th, 2027 (5:00pm - 7:00pm)

Kenora-Rainy River

Fort Frances – Robert Moore School

This service is intended to provide the parents/caregivers of children with an Autism diagnosis to learn skills and strategies on how to appropriately incorporate effective tools and strategies for developing communication skills with youth. Families will have the opportunity to connect with a Speech Language Pathologist, ask questions, and come out with appropriate methods for promoting language. A variety of activities will be available for the youth who attend. Meal and refreshments provided.

Thursday February 11, 2027 (5:00pm - 7:00pm)

Kenora-Rainy River

Dryden – EarlyON Centre

This service is intended to provide the parents/caregivers of children with an Autism diagnosis to learn skills and strategies on how to appropriately incorporate effective tools and strategies of Positive Reinforcement. Families will have the opportunity to connect with a Registered Behaviour Analyst and a Positive Behavior Interventionist, ask questions, and create a beginner level reinforcement “Toolbox.” A variety of activities will be available for the youth who attend. Meal and refreshments provided.

Thursday May 21, 2026 (4:30pm - 6:30pm)

Kenora-Rainy River

Dryden – EarlyON Centre

This service is intended to provide parents with children with an Autism diagnosis to learn skills and strategies on how to navigate around Sensory Processing needs. Families will have the opportunity to connect with an Occupational Therapist, ask questions, and learn about different sensory processing needs, what/where to purchase, and how to create simple tools right at home! A variety of activities will be available for the youth who attend. Meal and refreshments provided.

Thursday August 13th, 2026 (4:30pm - 6:30pm)

Kenora-Rainy River

Dryden – EarlyON Centre

This service is intended to provide parents with children with an Autism diagnosis to engage in collective cooking and life skills. Families will have the opportunity to connect with a Dietician, ask questions, learn about picky eating, and to discuss the importance of cooking and eating meals together. A variety of activities will be available for kids who attend.

Thursday November 12th, 2026 (4:30pm - 6:30pm)

Kenora-Rainy River

Dryden – EarlyON Centre

This service is intended to provide the parents/caregivers of children with an Autism diagnosis to learn skills and strategies on how to appropriately incorporate effective tools and strategies for developing communication skills with youth. Families will have the opportunity to connect with a Speech Language Pathologist, ask questions, and come out with appropriate methods for promoting language. A variety of activities will be available for the youth who attend. Meal and refreshments provided.

Thursday March 11th, 2026 (4:30pm - 6:30pm)

Kenora-Rainy River

Sioux Lookout FIREFLY office

This service is intended to provide the parents/caregivers of children with an Autism diagnosis to learn skills and strategies on how to appropriately incorporate effective tools and strategies of Positive Reinforcement. Families will have the opportunity to connect with a Registered Behaviour Analyst and a Positive Behavior Interventionist, ask questions, and create a beginner level reinforcement “Toolbox.” A variety of activities will be available for the youth who attend. Meal and refreshments provided.

Thursday June 18th, 2026 (5:00pm - 7:00pm)

Kenora-Rainy River

Sioux Lookout FIREFLY office

This service is intended to provide parents with children with an Autism diagnosis to learn skills and strategies on how to navigate around Sensory Processing needs. Families will have the opportunity to connect with an Occupational Therapist, ask questions, and learn about different sensory processing needs, what/where to purchase, and how to create simple tools right at home! A variety of activities will be available for the youth who attend. Meal and refreshments provided.

Thursday March 11th, 2027 (5:00pm - 7:00pm)

Kenora-Rainy River

Sioux Lookout FIREFLY office

This service is intended to provide parents with children with an Autism diagnosis to engage in collective cooking and life skills. Families will have the opportunity to connect with a Dietician, ask questions, learn about picky eating, and to discuss the importance of cooking and eating meals together. A variety of activities will be available for kids who attend.

Thursday June 11th, 2026 (5:00pm - 7:00pm)

Kenora-Rainy River

Sioux Lookout – Public Library

This service is intended to provide the parents/caregivers of children with an Autism diagnosis to learn skills and strategies on how to appropriately incorporate effective tools and strategies for developing communication skills with youth. Families will have the opportunity to connect with a Speech Language Pathologist, ask questions, and come out with appropriate methods for promoting language. A variety of activities will be available for the youth who attend. Meal and refreshments provided.

Thursday Sept 10, 2026 (5:00pm - 7:00pm)

Kenora-Rainy River

Kenora

This service is intended to provide the parents/caregivers of children with an Autism diagnosis to learn skills and strategies on how to appropriately incorporate effective tools and strategies of Positive Reinforcement. Families will have the opportunity to connect with a Registered Behaviour Analyst and a Positive Behavior Interventionist, ask questions, and create a beginner level reinforcement “Toolbox.” A variety of activities will be available for the youth who attend. Meal and refreshments provided.

Thursday October 15th, 2026 (5:00pm - 7:00pm)

Kenora-Rainy River

Kenora

This service is intended to provide parents with children with an Autism diagnosis to learn skills and strategies on how to navigate around Sensory Processing needs. Families will have the opportunity to connect with an Occupational Therapist, ask questions, and learn about different sensory processing needs, what/where to purchase, and how to create simple tools right at home! A variety of activities will be available for the youth who attend. Meal and refreshments provided.

Thursday August 13th, 2026 (5:00pm - 7:00pm)

Kenora-Rainy River

Kenora

This service is intended to provide parents with children with an Autism diagnosis to engage in collective cooking and life skills. Families will have the opportunity to connect with a Dietician, ask questions, learn about picky eating, and to discuss the importance of cooking and eating meals together. A variety of activities will be available for kids who attend.

Thursday February 18th, 2027 (5:00pm - 7:00pm)

Kenora-Rainy River

Kenora

This service is intended to provide the parents/caregivers of children with an Autism diagnosis to learn skills and strategies on how to appropriately incorporate effective tools and strategies for developing communication skills with youth. Families will have the opportunity to connect with a Speech Language Pathologist, ask questions, and come out with appropriate methods for promoting language. A variety of activities will be available for the youth who attend. Meal and refreshments provided.

Thursday June 11th, 2026 (5:00pm - 7:00pm)

Kenora-Rainy River

Red Lake

This service is intended to provide the parents/caregivers of children with an Autism diagnosis to learn skills and strategies on how to appropriately incorporate effective tools and strategies of Positive Reinforcement. Families will have the opportunity to connect with a Registered Behaviour Analyst and a Positive Behavior Interventionist, ask questions, and create a beginner level reinforcement “Toolbox.” A variety of activities will be available for the youth who attend. Meal and refreshments provided.

Thursday January 14th, 2027 (5:00pm - 7:00pm)

Kenora-Rainy River

Red Lake

This service is intended to provide parents with children with an Autism diagnosis to learn skills and strategies on how to navigate around Sensory Processing needs. Families will have the opportunity to connect with an Occupational Therapist, ask questions, and learn about different sensory processing needs, what/where to purchase, and how to create simple tools right at home! A variety of activities will be available for the youth who attend. Meal and refreshments provided.

Thursday July 9th, 2026 (5:00pm - 7:00pm)

Kenora-Rainy River

Red Lake

This service is intended to provide parents with children with an Autism diagnosis to engage in collective cooking and life skills. Families will have the opportunity to connect with a Dietician, ask questions, learn about picky eating, and to discuss the importance of cooking and eating meals together. A variety of activities will be available for kids who attend.

Thursday November 19th, 2026 (5:00pm - 7:00pm)

Kenora-Rainy River

Red Lake

This service is intended to provide the parents/caregivers of children with an Autism diagnosis to learn skills and strategies on how to appropriately incorporate effective tools and strategies for developing communication skills with youth. Families will have the opportunity to connect with a Speech Language Pathologist, ask questions, and come out with appropriate methods for promoting language. A variety of activities will be available for the youth who attend. Meal and refreshments provided.

Thursday September 17th, 2026 (5:00pm - 7:00pm)

Kenora-Rainy River

Virtual

This service is an opportunity for youth aged 12-16 to socialize with other youth in the surrounding district, make new connections, and participate in a variety of activities and games. Youth will work on skill building, communication and play skills.

Monday May 11th, 2026 (6:00pm - 7:00pm)

Kenora-Rainy River

Virtual

Youth Dungeons and Dragons Virtual Youth Group is an opportunity for youth aged 12-16 with an Autism diagnosis to socialize and participate in imaginative play associated with Dungeons and Dragons. Will consist of guided play encouraging teamwork, communication, social play, along with building confidence. Youth will be encouraged to facilitate independently, with the support of a facilitator when needed.

Thursday April 30th, 2026 (5:00pm - 6:30pm)

Kenora-Rainy River

Virtual

Youth Dungeons and Dragons Virtual Youth Group is an opportunity for youth aged 12-16 with an Autism diagnosis to socialize and participate in imaginative play associated with Dungeons and Dragons. Will consist of guided play encouraging teamwork, communication, social play, along with building confidence. Youth will be encouraged to facilitate independently, with the support of a facilitator when needed.

Thursday April 30th, 2026 (5:00pm - 6:30pm)

Thunder Bay

Workshop: 584 Red River Road, Thunder Bay, Ontario with virtual login capability. Individual consultations: Virtual and/or in person at GJCC North (584 Red River Road) or GJCC South (200 Brock Street East).

Using strategies grounded in Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA), the workshop focuses on helping caregivers gradually expand their child’s acceptance of new foods while reducing stress and challenging behaviours during mealtimes. Topics include creating positive mealtime routines, introducing new foods gradually, reducing mealtime pressure, and using reinforcement to support progress. Caregivers will practice strategies at home between sessions and collect simple information about their child’s responses to new foods in order to guide coaching and adjustments to the plan.

Start Date: April 20, 2026

Six-week program:
Week 1) Group information session attended by all (2 hours)
Week 2) Individualized assessment meeting with RBA (1 hour)
Week 3) Plan review with caregivers (1 hour)
Week 4) One-on-one coaching with Instructor Therapist (1 hour)
Week 5) One-on-one coaching with Instructor Therapist (1 hour)
Week 6) One-on-one coaching with Instructor Therapist (1 hour)

Thunder Bay

Workshop: 584 Red River Road, Thunder Bay with virtual login capability. Individual consultations: Virtual and/or in person at GJCC North (584 Red River Road) or GJCC South (200 Brock Street East)

Using strategies grounded in Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) this workshop is designed to support caregivers in teaching toileting skills to their child. The program begins with a group information session where caregivers learn the foundational steps involved in toilet training, including building readiness skills, establishing consistent routines, using visual supports, and applying reinforcement strategies to support success. Caregivers will receive a pre-readiness skills checklist to help determine whether their child is ready to begin active toilet training or whether early steps such as pairing the bathroom environment and increasing sitting tolerance should be prioritized. Caregivers will implement strategies at home and participate in a series of individual consultation sessions with the facilitator to review their child’s progress, problem-solve challenges, and receive individualized guidance.

Start Date: April 22, 2026

Five-week program:
Week 1: Group information session attended by all (2 hours)
Week 2: Individual consultation (1 hour)
Week 3: Individual consultation (1 hour)
Week 4: Individual consultation (1 hour)
Week 5: Individual consultation (1 hour)

Thunder Bay

Virtual / Online - Families can attend GJCC North (584 Red River Road) if they do not have access to technology to attend virtual session.

This workshop is designed to provide caregivers with a supportive introduction to autism and how it may influence their child’s everyday experiences. Caregivers will learn about common characteristics of autism, including differences in communication, social interaction, and behaviour, while emphasizing a strengths-based perspective that recognizes each child’s unique abilities, interests, and ways of engaging with the world. Caregivers will also be introduced to the idea that behaviour communicates important information about a child’s needs. By the end of the webinar, caregivers will have a clearer understanding of common characteristics of autism and will feel more confident observing their child’s behaviour, recognizing that behaviour can communicate needs, and beginning to notice patterns that may help them better support their child.

September 10, 2026 (5:00pm - 6:30pm)

Thunder Bay

584 Red River Road (with virtual login available as required). One on one individual consultations virtual.

This workshop provides caregivers with an introduction to the foundational principles of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) and how these strategies can support their child’s learning and development in everyday life. In a group-based session, caregivers will learn key ABA concepts including reinforcement, prompting, breaking skills into smaller steps, and the ABCs of behaviour (Antecedent, Behaviour, Consequence). Caregivers will also learn about the characteristics of quality ABA services and discuss questions to consider when seeking support from service providers. By the end of the program, caregivers will have an increased understanding of ABA principles and will feel more confident identifying patterns in behaviour and opportunities to support their child’s learning and positive behaviour at home.

September 16, 2026

Workshop: 5pm to 7pm Individual consultations to be scheduled separately with caregivers

Families can attend either GJCC North or GJCC South (200 Brock Street East) to access technology for individual consultations.

Thunder Bay

Workshop: 584 Red River Road, Thunder Bay (Virtual login capability available). Individual consultations: In person at GJCC North (584 Red River Road) or GJCC South (200 Brock Street East). Virtual available for children residing outside of Thunder Bay

This workshop provides caregivers with strategies to strengthen connection and engagement with their child through positive interactions. Participants will explore the concept of pairing, which involves building trust by associating caregivers with enjoyable activities and experiences. Families will learn how to follow their child’s lead in play, identify preferred activities, and create fun, motivating interactions that encourage participation and cooperation. Through discussion and guided examples, caregivers will explore ways to increase shared attention, reduce power struggles, and build positive routines. This workshop focuses on creating meaningful, enjoyable moments that strengthen relationships and make learning easier. By the end of the program, families will have practical strategies for increasing engagement, encouraging interaction, and building a positive foundation for communication and skill development.

October 8, 2026

Four week program:
Week 1) Group information session (1.5 hours)
Week 2) Assessment and treatment planning with RBA (1 hour)
Week 3) One-on-one coaching with Instructor Therapist (1 hour)
Week 4) One-on-one coaching with Instructor Therapist (1 hour)

Thunder Bay

Workshop: 584 Red River Road, Thunder Bay (Virtual login capability available). Individual consultations: In person at GJCC North (584 Red River Road) or GJCC South (200 Brock Street East).

This two-part workshop provides caregivers with practical strategies to help their child learn new skills and participate more successfully in everyday routines. Participants will explore how clear communication, motivation, and supportive teaching strategies can create more effective learning opportunities at home. Caregivers will learn how to give clear and effective instructions by gaining their child’s attention, using simple language, and breaking tasks into manageable steps. The workshop will also introduce how reinforcement can increase motivation and encourage cooperation during learning activities. In addition, caregivers will explore how prompts and supports can help children practice new skills while reducing frustration. Strategies for gradually fading prompts to support independence will also be discussed. Through discussion and practical examples, caregivers will learn how these strategies can be incorporated into daily routines, play, and everyday activities. By the end of the program, caregivers will have practical tools to support learning, increase cooperation, and promote skill development in natural home and community settings.

October 16, 2026

Five Week Program:
Week 1) Group information session #1 with RBA and IT (2 hours)
Week 2) Group information session #2 with RBA and IT (2 hours)
Week 3) Assessment and planning with RBA (1 hour)
Week 4) One-on-one coaching with Instructor Therapist (1 hour)
Week 5) One-on-one coaching with Instructor Therapist (1 hour)

Thunder Bay

Workshop: 584 Red River Road, Thunder Bay with virtual login capability. Individual consultations also virtual.

This two-part workshop provides caregivers with better understanding why behaviours occur and how to respond in supportive and effective ways. Participants will explore the idea that behaviour often communicates a need and that understanding the reasons behind behaviour can help guide helpful responses. Caregivers will learn about how behaviours can serve different functions, such as gaining attention, accessing preferred items or activities, avoiding difficult tasks, or meeting sensory needs and how patterns may develop across different situations. Caregivers will also learn simple ways to observe behaviour and identify possible triggers and patterns, preventive strategies to help prevent challenging behaviour, and ways to promote positive skill development to teach their children alternate ways to meet their needs. By the end of the program, families will have practical tools to better understand behaviour patterns and support positive behaviour and skill development at home.

November 4, 2026

Four Week Program:
Week 1) Group session #1 (1.5 hours)
Week 2) Group information session #2 (1.5 hours)
Week 3) Initial planning meeting with RBA and caregivers (1 hour)
Week 4) Follow-up planning meeting with RBA and caregivers (1 hour)

Thunder Bay

Workshop: 584 Red River Road, Thunder Bay with virtual login capability. Consultation with RBA virtual. Individual consultations: In person at GJCC North (584 Red River Road) or GJCC South (200 Brock Street East). Virtual available for rural families.

This two-part workshop provides caregivers with better understanding why behaviours occur and how to respond in supportive and effective ways. Participants will explore the idea that behaviour often communicates a need and that understanding the reasons behind behaviour can help guide helpful responses. Caregivers will learn about how behaviours can serve different functions, such as gaining attention, accessing preferred items or activities, avoiding difficult tasks, or meeting sensory needs and how patterns may develop across different situations. Caregivers will also learn simple ways to observe behaviour and identify possible triggers and patterns, preventive strategies to help prevent challenging behaviour, and ways to promote positive skill development to teach their children alternate ways to meet their needs. By the end of the program, families will have practical tools to better understand behaviour patterns and support positive behaviour and skill development at home.

November 5, 2026

Five Week Program:
Week 1: Group workshop #1 (1.5 hour)
Week 2: Group workshop #2 (1.5 hour)
Week 3: Assessment and planning with RBA (1 hour)
Week 4: One-on-one coaching with Instructor Therapist (1 hour)
Week 5: One-on-one coaching with Instructor Therapist (1 hour)

Thunder Bay

Workshop: 584 Red River Road, Thunder Bay with virtual login capabilities. Individual consultations with RBA also virtual. Consultation with Instructor Therapist at GJCC North or GJCC South (virtual for clients in District).

This two-part workshop provides caregivers with strategies to support the development of play, leisure, and social skills across childhood and adolescence. Participants will explore how these skills support relationship building, shared enjoyment, and participation in home, school, and community activities. Caregivers will learn about early play and social development, including strategies to support shared attention, imitation, turn-taking, and simple interactive play. The workshop will also explore social and leisure skills for older children and youth, such as cooperative play, shared hobbies, structured games, and participation in community or recreational activities. Caregivers will learn how following their child’s interests, creating motivating activities, and providing supportive guidance can help increase engagement and social interaction. By the end of the program, families will have practical tools to support play, leisure, and social engagement that match their child’s interests, developmental level, and daily routines.

November 19, 2026

Five Week Program:
Week 1) Group Workshop # 1 (1.5 hours)
Week 2) Group Workshop #2 (1.5 hours)
Week 3) Assessment and planning with RBA (1 hour)
Week 4) Planning and on-on-one coaching with Instructor Therapist (1 hour)
Week 5) Follow-up 1 on 1 coaching (1 hour)

Thunder Bay

At Ignite’s centre in Thunder Bay

Following a 1-hour consultation meeting with our on-site BCBA/R.B.A., your child will receive 6 hours of 1:1 follow up service/caregiver coaching with our clinical team, at our center, for up to 4 weeks. Session dates and times will be arranged with each individual family.

May 1, 2026 or June 1, 2026

Times are to be determined with each family.

Thunder Bay

At Ignite’s centre in Thunder Bay

Following a 1-hour consultation meeting with our on-site BCBA/R.B.A., your child will receive 6 hours of 1:1 follow up service/caregiver coaching with our clinical team, at our center, for up to 4 weeks. Session dates and times will be arranged with each individual family.

July 1, 2026, August 1, 2026 or September 1, 2026

Times are to be determined with each family.

Thunder Bay

At Ignite’s centre in Thunder Bay

Following a 1-hour consultation meeting with our on-site BCBA/R.B.A., your child will receive 6 hours of 1:1 follow up service/caregiver coaching with our clinical team, at our center, for up to 4 weeks. Session dates and times will be arranged with each individual family.

October 1, 2026 or November 1, 2026

Times are to be determined with each family.

Sudbury-Manitoulin

208 Caswell Drive, Sudbury, Ontario

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND. This service is intended for caregivers, children (8-12), and adolescents (age 13+) to receive direct individual support from a psychologist, psychotherapist, or clinical associate working under the supervision of Dr. Matias Mariani to address challenges related to a range of issues (e.g., family problems, parenting stress, bullying at school, worries, low mood, social difficulties, etc.). The goal is to provide time-limited counselling to better manage emotions, improve problem-solving, and learn various coping skills.

8-session block of individual counselling to be carried out between April 20, 2026 and March 19, 2027.

**Sessions dates and times will be customized to the client’s needs and availability, and in keeping with therapist availability. Administrative staff will contact individual registrants to schedule appointments directly.**

Sudbury-Manitoulin

208 Caswell Drive, Sudbury, Ontario

This Social Resilience Builder Group for Teens is intended for adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder, aged 13 to 18 years. This group is adapted from The Resilience Builder Program (Alvord, Zucker, & Grados, 2011) that is designed to support individuals to bounce back from stress by developing resilience and protective factors, such as self-awareness, self-regulation, flexible thinking, and social competence. All materials will be provided.

Note: All applicants must undergo an intake interview to determine eligibility.

Tuesdays beginning on September 22, 2026 and running to November 24, 2026

Sudbury-Manitoulin

208 Caswell Drive, Sudbury, Ontario

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND. The Resilience Builder Program (Alvord, Zucker, & Grados, 2011) is designed to support ages 9 to 12 to bounce back from stress by developing resilience and protective factors, such as self-awareness, self-regulation, flexible thinking, and social competence.
All materials will be provided.
Note: All applicants must undergo an intake interview to determine eligibility.

Wednesdays beginning on September 23, 2026 and running to December 9, 2026 (3:30pm to 5:00pm)

Sudbury-Manitoulin

Virtual

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND. This caregiver group involves participation in a Parent Management
Training (Kazdin, 2008) program that aims to enhance parenting skills to manage challenging behaviours in children, such as aggression, hyperactivity, and non-compliance. The training will take place virtually in a group session. Handouts will be emailed to participants prior to each scheduled session.

Sessions:
Tuesday beginning on April 28, 2026 and running to June 16, 2026

Session Time:
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Sudbury-Manitoulin

1549 Fairburn Road, Sudbury ON

Friendship Builders is an in-person social skills group designed to help children learn and practice the foundational skills needed to interact positively with peers. The group is based on the evidence-based Children’s Friendship Training curriculum, which teaches practical strategies for navigating common social situations and developing stronger peer interactions.

During each small-group session, children are introduced to a new social skill and have opportunities to practice it through guided activities, role-play, and interaction with other group members. The group environment provides a supportive space for children to learn, rehearse, and build confidence using these skills.

Caregivers receive weekly updates on their child’s progress in the group, including information about the skills being practiced and suggestions for how these strategies can be reinforced at home and in community settings.

Children will learn and practice skills such as:
• Making a good first impression
• Conversing with other children
• Finding common interests with peers
• Playing fairly and being gracious when winning or losing
• Resolving conflicts
• Handling rejection, teasing, and bullying
• Joining other children at play
• Being a good host during playdates
• Showing respect to other children and adults

Service 1 – April 22 (Spring session) (4:00pm - 6:00pm)
Service 2 – October 7 (Fall session) (4:00pm - 6:00pm)
Service 3 – January 13 (Winter session - Note: no session on March 17, 2027, due to March break) (4:00pm - 6:00pm)

Sudbury-Manitoulin

1549 Fairburn Road, Sudbury ON

Friendship Builders is an in-person social skills group designed to help children learn and practice the foundational skills needed to interact positively with peers. The group is based on the evidence-based Children’s Friendship Training curriculum, which teaches practical strategies for navigating common social situations and developing stronger peer interactions.

During each small-group session, children are introduced to a new social skill and have opportunities to practice it through guided activities, role-play, and interaction with other group members. The group environment provides a supportive space for children to learn, rehearse, and build confidence using these skills.

Caregivers receive weekly updates on their child’s progress in the group, including information about the skills being practiced and suggestions for how these strategies can be reinforced at home and in community settings.

Children will learn and practice skills such as:
• Making a good first impression
• Conversing with other children
• Finding common interests with peers
• Playing fairly and being gracious when winning or losing
• Resolving conflicts
• Handling rejection, teasing, and bullying
• Joining other children at play
• Being a good host during playdates
• Showing respect to other children and adults

April 23, 2026 (4:00pm - 6:00pm)

Sudbury-Manitoulin

1549 Fairburn Road, Sudbury ON

Mind Shift is a small-group program designed to support children who experience challenges with executive functioning skills such as flexible thinking, emotional regulation, organization, and planning. Through engaging activities, discussion, and guided practice, children learn practical strategies to help them adapt to changes, manage frustration, follow through with tasks, and approach challenges with effective problem-solving skills.

This group is based on the evidence-informed Unstuck and On Target! curriculum, which focuses on helping children develop flexible thinking strategies and self-regulation skills that can be applied across a variety of settings.

Caregivers receive weekly updates on their child’s progress in the group, including information about the strategies and concepts being practiced. These updates also include suggestions for how the skills can be reinforced and applied in everyday situations at home, school, and in the community to support generalization and continued skill development.

Service 1 – October 8 (Fall session)
Service 2 – January 14 (Winter session - Note: no session on March 17, 2027, due to March break)

Both between 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Sudbury-Manitoulin

1708 Lasalle Blvd, Greater Sudbury, ON P3A 2A1

PEERS® for Preschoolers is an evidence-based social skills program designed for children ages 4 to 6 who struggle with making and keeping friends. Developed at UCLA, this program provides a fun and supportive environment where children learn essential social and play skills. To participate, children should be able to use basic words to express themselves, follow simple directions, sit for short periods, and manage mild frustration. They should also show some interest in playing with others. Parent involvement is a key part of the program. While children learn social skills in their own small group sessions, parents attend concurrent coaching sessions. These sessions teach parents how to reinforce social skills at home and in everyday situations, helping children practice and apply what they learn. The program runs for 12 weeks in small group sessions, using role-playing, social coaching, play-based learning, and behavioral modeling. Families also receive homework assignments to support continued practice outside of class. Children develop skills such as starting conversations, taking turns, sharing, playing cooperatively, managing emotions, reading social cues, and responding to teasing or exclusion. By combining structured lessons, play, and active parent participation, PEERS® for Preschoolers helps children build confidence in social interactions and form meaningful friendships.

September 22, 2026
Tuesday at 3:30pm

Sudbury-Manitoulin

1708 Lasalle Blvd., Greater Sudbury, ON P3A 2A1

PEERS® School-Based Training is a proven social skills program designed for middle and high school students (ages 13-18) who have difficulty making and maintaining friendships. The program helps students develop important social skills to build confidence and improve their relationships with peers. The program teaches key skills, including how to start and maintain conversations, join group activities, make and keep friends, understand social cues like body language and tone of voice, and handle rejection or conflict. It also focuses on self-regulation, helping students manage their emotions in social situations. The program runs for 12 weeks with weekly sessions that last 1 hour. Each session introduces a new social skill, which students practice through role-playing and real-life scenarios. There is also a homework component, encouraging students to practice these skills at home with the support of their parents. This helps reinforce learning and build real-world confidence. To participate, students should be able to follow basic instructions, engage in simple conversations, and show some interest in socializing with others. The program works best for students who are motivated to improve their social skills and are ready to learn. By the end of the program, students typically see improved peer relationships, greater social confidence, and better emotional regulation. These skills help students feel more comfortable in social situations and build stronger, lasting friendships.

June 2, 2026 (Tuesday from 3:00pm - 5:00pm)

Sudbury-Manitoulin

1708 Lasalle Blvd., Greater Sudbury, ON P3A 2A1

Our Direct BCBA Consultation Service and Caregiver Coaching offers personalized support for caregivers who want to help their child reach specific goals. Through this service, caregivers will work one-on-one with a Registered Behaviour Analyst to develop and implement strategies tailored to their child’s needs. Consultations are available virtually, by phone, or in-person where possible, providing flexibility for families. This service helps caregivers feel confident in their role and empowered to support their child’s development.

Dates:
September 16 & October 7, 2026
Times: 9:30am, 10:30am, 12:30pm, 2:00pm

Thunder Bay

TBD

Our Brief Social Skills Consultation uses Clinically Supervised Progressive ABA to support social skill development. This service includes; individual intake and target determination, 12 hours of skill building services, an individualized schedule, and summary report.

Service dates:  April 20, 2026
Time: TBD

Thunder Bay

550 Squier St, Thunder Bay

Sibshops is an opportunity for those who have a siblings win an ASD diagnosis led by our certified and experienced Sibshops Facilitators. Sibshops Is not therapy, but rather a venue for sibs to have fun, talk about the good and not-so-good parts, play games, learn something about the services/ diagnosis of their brothers or sisters, and have some more fun. This service is intended for those ages 9-18 years of age.

Event Date: July 3, 2026
Time: 9:00am - 12:00pm

Algoma

Service location options: in home, at centre (126 Queen Street East), virtual.

This is a parent/caregiver mediated program offered to families who would like to work on a specific goal. The 12-week program includes 6 or more face-to-face or virtual meetings throughout the 12-week service. A meeting will occur for the following: discussion around suitability of the goal, observation, assessment, strategy development, parent/caregiver direct support/coaching, and generalization and maintenance.

April 2026 - March 2027

Sudbury-Manitoulin

754 Falconbridge Road, Unit 6A, Sudbury, Ontario, P3A 5X5

As a family with a child with autism, have you ever needed psychological support, diagnostic impression, or clinical recommendations/next steps, but didn’t know where to turn? We are proud to offer a unique service where you can book a one-off consultation mental health service where you can book a 50-minute session with Dr. Stephanie Price, clinical and school psychologist, without having to wait months or years on a waitlist. This service is intended for caregivers of children with autism and/or autistic youth who are capable of providing informed consent to participate in this service on their own.

Each date below offers a 10:00am service OR a 11:00am service.

April 28, 2026
May 26, 2026
June 23, 2026
July 21, 2026
August 25, 2026
September 22, 2026
October 20, 2026
November 17, 2026
December 15, 2026
January 26, 2027
February 23, 2027
March 19, 2027

Sudbury-Manitoulin

754 Falconbridge Road, Unit 6A, Sudbury, Ontario, P3A 5X5

Are you a caregiver looking for the opportunity to consult about specific behavioural skills, learn parenting strategies, better understand your child’s strengths and needs, learn about accessing available supports in our region, and develop next steps to support your child? We are proud to offer these one-on-one, virtual or in-person consultations with our experienced clinical associate, Michelle Bascom.

The sessions begin as early as May 4th, 2026.

Available days of the week and times are:
Mondays and Tuesdays sessions are between 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Sunday sessions are between 2:00pm - 4:00pm.

MNDFL Collective will contact you to coordinate and confirm a convenient date and time.

Sudbury-Manitoulin

754 Falconbridge Road, Unit 6A, Sudbury, Ontario, P3A 5X5

Facing Your Fears is a family-focused Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) group therapy program to support autistic children with managing anxiety in everyday life. Please note that this group actively involves BOTH children and a caregiver in each session.

This service is not intended for children who have significant learning problems and who are unable to read at a Grade 2 level. It is also not intended for children who exhibit significant disruptive behaviours that could affect the group sessions, as individual service may be recommended. A brief intake will be conducted over the phone to ensure that the group is a good fit for each child.

A caregiver must attend and participate in each session. The caregiver should remain consistent for each session. Homework completion is required between sessions. A minimum of 4 child/caregiver dyads is required to run this group.

September 14, 2026
Mondays from 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Sudbury-Manitoulin

754 Falconbridge Road, Unit 6A, Sudbury, Ontario, P3A 5X5

Youth (age 8 years+) or caregivers of a child with ASD of any age can receive 8, 1-hour individual counselling sessions with a Master's-level clinician working under the supervision of Dr. Stephanie Price, psychologist. Please note that this service is brief, so it is not appropriate for emergency or crisis mental health concerns.

April 20, 2026 and onward

To be scheduled weekly or biweekly at a mutually agreed upon time

Sudbury-Manitoulin

Virtual

Caregiving can be deeply meaningful, but also overwhelming, especially when your own well-being takes a back seat. These virtual support drop-in sessions are designed to give caregivers a dedicated and encouraging space to recharge, connect, and learn practical tools for mental wellness. Through the lens of self-care, positive psychology, and strengths-based strategies, participants will explore ways to boost resilience, manage stress and avoid burnout, increase positive emotions, and cultivate a balanced, fulfilling parenting experience.

Lunchtime drop ins (12:00pm - 1:00pm):
May 26, 2026
August 4, 2026
October 6, 2026
December 1, 2025
February 2, 2026

Evening drop ins (6:00pm - 7:00pm):
May 5, 2026
July 7, 2026
November 3, 2026
January 5, 2027
March 2, 2027

Sudbury-Manitoulin

Virtual

In this virtual group, caregivers who have a child with autism will learn about the functions of behaviour to better understand the reasons why their child might be exhibiting difficult behaviours, along with various evidence-based strategies and instruction on how to apply them in the home environment. NEW THIS ROUND: we have added components of our popular “Supporting Resiliency in Children” group, including developing skills and strategies to foster resilience in children using cognitive-behavioral techniques. The goal of this group is to enhance parenting skills to reduce the impact of behaviours on daily living and family relationships.

Fall 2026 session: Tuesdays starting October 6 to December 8, 2026 - (7:30pm - 8:30pm)
Winter 2027 session: Tuesdays starting January 12 to March 16, 2027 - (4:30pm - 5:30pm)

Sudbury-Manitoulin

Virtual

As the school year ends, many caregivers are looking for ways to ensure their children transition to the structure and routine of the summer break, without losing gains made over the school year. This interactive workshop titled “School’s out: Keeping on track over the summer” is designed for caregivers who want to support their child with autism with school-related transitions with confidence and success. Workshop highlights include topics such as building routines, managing unstructured time, preparing for summer programs, tips and tools for supporting a child’s learning at home over the summer, etc.

Virtual workshop – June 14, 2026 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm

Sudbury-Manitoulin

virtual

As the summer comes to a close, many caregivers are looking for ways to ensure their children are fully prepared for the upcoming academic year. This interactive workshop titled “Ramping up for the new school year” is designed for caregivers with a child with autism who want to support their children with school-related transitions with confidence and success. Workshop highlights include creating a conducive learning/study environment at home, monitoring academic progress, managing school stress, understanding common challenges children face as they return to school, effective communication with educators, advocating for your child's needs, etc.

Sunday, August 8, 2026 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm

Sudbury-Manitoulin

virtual

This workshop provides caregivers with an overview of how mental health and autism can intersect. The session will cover how to recognize possible signs of mental health concerns, ways to talk with youth about emotional well-being, and practical strategies caregivers can use to support their child. Information about treatment approaches and available services will also be discussed, along with opportunities for questions.

Workshop 1: May 24, 2026 (1:00pm - 3:00pm)
Workshop 2: November 8, 2026 (1:00pm - 3:00pm)

Sudbury-Manitoulin

754 Falconbridge Road, Unit 6A, Sudbury, Ontario, P3A 5X5

MNDFL Collective is excited to collaborate with Kim Boyuk, a local certified yoga instructor, to offer this supportive and restorative monthly event that is specifically designed for caregivers, offering a safe space to unwind, recharge, and cultivate mindfulness. Parenting a child with autism comes with its own unique challenges and these events aim to provide caregivers with the opportunity to take a break from life stressors and engage in gentle, restorative yoga that is designed for all bodies and capabilities to prioritize their own health and well-being. While caregivers take a moment for themselves, they are invited to bring their child with autism to work with our clinician, Gabriela Ron, on improving emotional awareness and building a coping skills toolkit.

2026 dates: April 20, May 11, June 8, July 13, August 10, September 14, October 19, November 9, December 14
2027 dates: January 11, February 8, March 8

Sudbury-Manitoulin

159 Pine St. Sudbury, Ontario

This service includes 2 caregiver workshops that aim to help caregivers teach their children independent skills.

Workshop 1: Review ABA strategies on teaching self-help skills
Workshop 2: Identify a self-help goal and develop a plan.

There also four consultation sessions - for caregivers to share progress with a BCBA-D

Monday, September 14, 2026

Workshop on Mondays – September 14, and 28, 2026, from 6 to 8 pm and 4, 30 minute 1:1 consultations (scheduled with each family individually)

Sudbury-Manitoulin

Webinar- available across the North Consultations- Sudbury and area

Learning social behaviour begins quite early in life. As we navigate this social world, we develop appropriate skills to the context of situations for healthy sexuality. For parents and children with ASD, this social world can become frightening. This interactive webinar will support families in developing useful social repertoires amongst their peers and the world around them. Kids should learn these skills as soon as possible to protect them from being vulnerable to certain situations. These tools will be shared with parents and individual consultations will target one appropriate social skill to maintain healthy boundaries.

November 18, 2023 - February 27, 2024

Sudbury-Manitoulin

Workshop will be virtual, consultations can be in home services, according to parent preference

Welcome to Holland! Simple and effective Applied Behaviour Analysis strategies can easily be incorporated into everyday life at home. This webinar offers practical solutions for families to develop a routine, integrate visual aids into daily life, keep children busy, master controlled choices, Before and After, and following through. The one hour consultations will focus on direct parent training that can be incorporated into everyday life (between the loads of laundry and making supper).
3 one hour virtual Individual sessions scheduled in accordance with family availability.

November 25, 2023

Sudbury-Manitoulin

Virtual

Transitions can be difficult for children and youth with ASD, but they don’t have to be. Parents will be provided with the tools, education and knowledge for advocacy skills and navigating systems seamlessly in order to support their child to experience smooth transitions. Sectors included can be between years of study and/or between school settings, secondary and post-secondary or for the adult sector, work force and community settings. These individual consultations and relevant resources will be child/youth specific in response to their personal strengths, needs and specific needs of the family.

October 21, 2023 - November 30, 2023 or December 2, 2023 - January 30, 2024 or February 24, 2024 - March 30, 2024

Kenora-Rainy River

Dryden, Ontario

Youth Game and Pizza Party night is an opportunity for youths 12- 16 with ASD to work on their social skills with other youth, make new friends, and play some fun games. Youths will work on skills such as turn taking, sportsmanship and social communication skills while participating in this event. Caregivers are asked to stay and participate.
Pizza dinner and games will be provided

June 13, 2025 between 5:00pm - 7:00pm
September 26, 2025 between 5:00pm - 7:00pm
March 10, 2026 between 5:00pm - 7:00pm