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SUMMARY:Autism BC Goes to IMAX Great Bear Rainforest (Victoria)
DESCRIPTION:AutismBC Goes to Sensory Sensitive Viewing of Great Bear Rainforest at IMAX Victoria! \nJoin Sarah Taylor\, our Vancouver Island Regional Coordinator\, for a unique sensory-friendly screening of the breathtaking film\, Great Bear Rainforest\, narrated by Ryan Reynolds. \nJourney to a land of grizzlies\, coastal wolves\, sea otters\, and the all-white spirit bear – the rarest bear on earth. Hidden from the outside world\, the Great Bear Rainforest is one of the wildest places left on earth\, situated on Canada’s remote Pacific coast. It is the last intact temperate rainforest in the world\, protected by the region’s indigenous people for millennia. Now\, for the first time ever\, you can experience this magical world in IMAX and giant screen theaters. \nEvent Details: \nDate: October 1st\, 2023 \nTime: 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM \nLocation: IMAX® Victoria (inside the Royal BC Museum) 675 Belleville Street Victoria\, BC \nFilm Description: “Journey to a land of grizzlies\, coastal wolves\, sea otters\, and the all-white spirit bear — the rarest bear on earth — in the film Great Bear Rainforest. Hidden from the outside world\, the Great Bear Rainforest is one of the wildest places left on earth.”. For More Information about the Film: Visit GreatBearRainforestFilm.com \n  \nEvent Information: \n\nRun Time: 41 minutes\nRating: G (Suitable for all audiences)\n\nWho: AutismBC Members in the Greater Victoria Area \nTicket Information: We have limited tickets available for up to 60 members to attend this viewing.  \nAdditional Info: In your registration please include the ages of ALL registered guests who will be attending. \nSensory-Sensitive Screening: This screening is specially designed for guests who find the Immersive IMAX® Experience prohibitive. We will provide a sensory-friendly environment by: \n\nKeeping low lighting on.\nLowering the volume.\nLeaving doors open.\nAllowing movement and discussion during the film without restrictions.\nScreening is in 2D\, and no 3D glasses are required.\n\nPlease note that due to the sensory-sensitive nature of this screening\, we have reduced the theater’s capacity to ensure a comfortable experience for all attendees. \nRegistration: \nEvent registration opens on Friday\, September 15\, 2023 at 12:00 pm. \nSpots are limited and available on a first-come\, first-serve basis.  \nTo participate in this exciting event\, please click the registration link below to complete the registration form. \n \n\nRegistration for this event is limited to 60 AutismBC members only.\nRegistration closes Wednesday\, September 27th at 12:00 PM or when registration is full. \n\n  \nDon’t miss this opportunity to discover the land of the spirit bear and immerse yourself in the wonders of the Great Bear Rainforest. Reserve your spot today! \n  \nAbout AutismBC Goes: \nAt AutismBC Goes events\, we aim to foster a sense of community and belonging\, ensuring that cost is never a barrier to participation. By organizing engaging outings and activities\, we offer opportunities for autistic individuals and their families to connect\, have fun\, and learn in a supportive environment.  \n \nAbout IMAX® Victoria:\n \nIMAX® Victoria is located inside the Royal BC Museum in Victoria\, BC\, Canada. \nThe 369-seat\, 8-wheelchair-stall theatre features 4K IMAX® with laser providing a 2D and 3D experience; with a projected area more than 6 stories high and 80 feet wide\, it is the biggest screen in BC and fills the viewer’s entire field of vision. \nThe theatre opened in June 1998 and hosted more than 80\,000 people in the first month. Local residents and visitors loved the new theatre in town and its first feature film\, Whales. Since that time\, more than seven million people have enjoyed the IMAX® Experience at IMAX® Victoria. \n  \nOur programs are designed to support\, empower\, and connect the autism community!   \nNot yet an AutismBC Member? \nSign-up for a Membership: Our Membership — AutismBC
URL:https://www.autismbc.ca/events/autism-bc-goes-to-imax-great-bear-rainforest-victoria/
CATEGORIES:AutismBC Goes
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SUMMARY:AutismBC Talks: Navigating CLBC Funding and Services
DESCRIPTION:Disclaimer: This event has been updated in accordance with the AutismBC 2025 Communication Guide. Any mentions of “respite” have been changed to “caregiver wellbeing support” as part of our commitment to nurturing safe and inclusive spaces through language. Support for caregivers to take time for themselves— to rest\, restore balance\, and care for their own well-being. It offers space to reconnect with what nourishes them—whether that’s family\, community\, culture\, or personal healing—so they can continue to care for others in a good way. We use this term instead of “respite\,” which can carry a negative implication about disability and disabled people. \nJoin us for an informative AutismBC Talks: Navigating CLBC Funding and Services where we discuss Community Living British Columbia (CLBC) funding and the various services available to individuals with disabilities. \nThis Talk is designed to empower families and individuals with disabilities to better understand how CLBC operates and how to access the support they need. \nHere’s a glimpse of what you can expect: \n\nUnderstanding CLBC Services: We will provide a comprehensive overview of the services CLBC funds once eligibility is determined. Learn about the support offered within both the disability stream and the Personalized Support Initiative (PSI) stream\, covering areas such as community inclusion (C.I.)\, employment\, life skills\, and housing.\nAllocation of Funding: Gain insights into how CLBC allocates funding using tools like the Guide to Support Allocation (GSA) and Priority tools. Understand the different funding models\, including Agency\, Individualized Funding (IF)\, and microboard arrangements.\nFunding Amounts: Discover how much funding you can expect\, including information on caregiver wellbeing support. We’ll clarify whether Community Inclusion (C.I.) funding can be used for caregiver wellbeing support services and vice versa.\nAccountability: Learn about the mechanisms in place to oversee the spending of allocated funds and the provision of services. We’ll discuss the role of CLBC in ensuring accountability.\nAddressing Concerns: Find out who to reach out to if you’re not satisfied with the funding provided or the services received. Understand the steps to resolve issues and advocate for your needs.\nAdditional Information: In addition to the core topics mentioned above\, we will share essential information that families and individuals with disabilities should be aware of when navigating CLBC services and funding.\n\n  \nOur goal is to equip you with the knowledge and resources needed to make informed decisions and access the support that best suits your needs. Don’t miss this opportunity to demystify CLBC funding and services and take a step toward enhancing the quality of life for yourself or your loved ones with disabilities. Join us for this enlightening Talk and gain the confidence to navigate the CLBC system effectively. \n \n  \nSpeakers: Alexis Greene\,  Senior Policy Analyst\, Policy & Government Relations\, CLBC & Kam Judge\, Manager\, Policy & Government Relations\, CLBC  \n \n  \nAlexis Greene\, Senior Policy Analyst\, Policy & Government Relations\, CLBC \nAlexis Greene is the Senior Policy Analyst\, Policy & Government Relations at Community Living BC. She has over 10 years of experience in the development and implementation of service delivery policy in the Community Living sector\, working with individuals\, families\, service providers\, and government partners such as the Ministry of Children and Family Development and the Ministry of Social Development and Poverty Reduction.  Before this role\, she worked for the Ontario Government in various policy positions\, including in income assistance policy (e.g.\, Ontario Disability Support Program).  \nAlexis has a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Toronto and a Master of Public Administration (MPA) from Queen’s University. She lives in New Westminster with her husband and two children. \n  \n  \n  \n \n  \nKam Judge\, Manager\, Policy & Government Relations\, CLBC \nKam Judge is the Manager\, Policy & Government Relations at Community Living BC. She has 20 years of experience in the community living sector\, as a dedicated leader\, overseeing a variety of community and residential services\, focused on person-centered practice and community living values. Previous to this role\, she was the CEO of a contracted service provider on Vancouver Island and a Board member with the BC CEO Network.   \nKam has worked closely with individuals\, families\, and service providers\, as well as with Community Living BC\, the Ministry of Children and Family Development and Island Health. Kam demonstrates an ability to build meaningful relationships and an ongoing commitment to partners and government relations. \nKam has extensive experience in the areas of policy and practice development\, service provision\, human resources\, budget administration and quality assurance.  \nKam has a Bachelor of Arts from Simon Fraser University and a Bachelor of Social Work from the University of Victoria.  She lives in Victoria\, BC with her husband and three children. \n  \nAbout Community Living BC (CLBC): \nCommunity Living BC\, or CLBC\, is the provincial crown corporation that funds support and services to adults with developmental disabilities\, as well as individuals who have a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder and who also have significant difficulty doing things on their own. The law that describes our role is the Community Living Authority Act. To see if you or your family member might be eligible\, visit the Am I Eligible for CLBC Support? page. \nCLBC was created in 2005 when individuals and families came together with the government to create a separate agency to meet their unique needs. CLBC works with individuals\, families\, service providers\, and community and government partners to help create communities of belonging\, and lives with connection. \nLearn more: Community Living BC | Support for Adults with Developmental Disabilities\, Autism and FASD \n  \nAutismBC Talks: \nAutismBC Talks bring education and awareness to the masses! If you want to hear from an expert\, learn something new\, or try to get a better understanding of autism\, you’ll want to start here. Have a suggestion about a topic you want to know more about or a speaker that we should connect with? Let us know HERE. \nKeep an eye on our Events Page\, and become an AutismBC Community Member to receive email notifications and reminders about upcoming information presentations.  \n  \nOur programs are designed to support\, empower\, and connect the autism community!   \nNot yet an AutismBC Member? \nSign-up for a Membership: Our Membership — AutismBC
URL:https://www.autismbc.ca/events/autismbc-talks-navigating-clbc-funding-and-services/
CATEGORIES:AutismBC Talks
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SUMMARY:AutismBC Socials: Pokemon Jr's Club (Richmond)
DESCRIPTION:Pokemon Jr’s Club is an inclusive social club for children/youth 6–16 years of age.* \nEnjoy a shared passion and meet up for games and activities! Come in costumes if you like! \nThis event will be a low-key event — we will be playing games.  If you have a Pokemon-themed game or puzzle\, please bring it along. \nNo need to bring anything else\, unless\, of course\, you want to trade cards or show off your Pokemon stuff! \nDate: First Saturday of the month\nTime: 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm\nLocation: Pacific Autism Family Network\, 3688 Cessna Drive\, Richmond.\nCost: Free \n  \n \n  \nImportant Information: Please be advised the PAFN may be video recording some of our meetings to showcase our group. If this makes you uncomfortable\, please let us know\, and we can try to have you move to a different area during filming. Although I cannot guarantee that you won’t appear in a photo during this event\, please keep that in mind. \n\n*Older participants are welcome as volunteers/mentors. Do you want to help out? If anyone knows any youth who would like to volunteer for the club\, please reach out to Pokemonclubjr@gmail.com \nSpace is limited\, and Registration is Required\, including your friends and extra family. \n  \nNote from Organizers: Special thanks to the PAFN and AutismBC for their generous support of our club.  
URL:https://www.autismbc.ca/events/autismbc-socials-pokemon-jrs-club-richmond-12/
CATEGORIES:AutismBC Socials
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231010T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231010T200000
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SUMMARY:Workshop: Editing Skills for Self Advocates — Part 4
DESCRIPTION:Editing Skills for Self-Advocates — From First Draft to Publication \nPart 4: Navigating Writing Rules \nRevising advocacy writing is much more than just grammar and spelling. Crafting an impactful piece from your first draft is less about the mechanics of writing than it is about making difficult ideas relatable\, skillfully putting words to your most challenging emotions\, and captivating a compassion-fatigued audience. Even with the first draft on paper\, it can feel like an overwhelming task. In this ongoing\, four-part series Editing Skills for Self-Advocates—From First Draft to Publication\, you will learn valuable skills for every step of the revision process. \nPart 1: Developing your ideas (January) \nPart 2: Organizing your content (April) \nPart 3: Refining  your writing style (July) \nPart 4: Navigating writing rules (October) \nThe four parts are designed to stand alone so that you can jump into any session. \n  \nWho: New and experienced writers are welcome to join Lisa Hislop\, professional editor and autistic self-advocate\, for Editing Skills for Self-Advocates—From First Draft to Publication\, Part 4: Navigating Writing Rules. \n  \nWhat: In this two-hour workshop\, we will use a simplified version of my copyediting checklist in combination with a common spellchecking program to copyedit one participant’s draft. You will learn: \n\nWhich writing rules you must understand to make your message clear (and which ones you can ignore).\nHow to systematically identify errors in your writing (beyond what spellcheck recognizes).\nHow to make corrections yourself (or where to find help if you need it).\n\nWhere: Online via Zoom \nWhen: Tuesday\, Oct 10\, 2023\, from 6 – 8 pm (Pacific) \nHow: The evening will include an interactive presentation\, quick-reference resources\, and time for questions throughout. \n  \n \n  \nAbout the Facilitator: \n \nFor a time\, Lisa was merely an autistic who turned her special interest in short stories into a career as a short-fiction editor. Then one day\, she realized that the elements of a compelling short story are suspiciously similar to those required for an impactful self-advocacy piece. Now\, she is a double agent\, editing fiction by day and helping autistic and disabled self-advocates hone their storytelling craft by night. \nLisa is a late-diagnosed autistic with a spinal cord injury. She is an ambassador for Editors Canada\, holds a BA in French literature from UBC\, and a Certificate in Editing from SFU. You can find her at atypicalediting.com. \n  \n  \n  \nWe Acknowledge the financial support from BMO with their donation to be used for safe and inclusive Autistic Programming. AutismBC covers all costs to host and develop this workshop so that it is free for our members to attend. 
URL:https://www.autismbc.ca/events/workshop-editing-skills-for-self-advocates-part-4/
CATEGORIES:AutismBC Workshop
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SUMMARY:AutismBC Meets: Families/Caregivers of Adults on the Spectrum
DESCRIPTION:Sometimes all you need is to connect with people who “get it” and to be recharged and uplifted to keep going for the next little while. Join other parents and caregivers of adults on the spectrum two days a month for a Zoom chat.  \nHow: We’re hassle-free! Just bring yourself and your listening ears\, and maybe a cup of your favourite coffee or tea.   \nWhen: Wednesday\, October 11\, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM \nWho: Parents and caregivers of adults on the autism spectrum. This group is administrated by our Information Officer Lindy Chau. \nCost: Free  \n \n  \nRegistration Details: You will be added to the mailing list for upcoming meetings\, as well as reminder and follow-up emails. \nPlease take a moment to read our group guidelines.  Our guidelines ensure our Meets remain a safe and welcoming space for all. \nRegistering for our Meets does not automatically make you an AutismBC Member.  \nDon’t have an AutismBC free membership? \nSign-up here: https://www.autismbc.ca/about/membership/
URL:https://www.autismbc.ca/events/autismbc-meets-families-caregivers-of-adults-on-the-spectrum-26/
CATEGORIES:AutismBC Meets
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SUMMARY:AutismBC Meets: Getting Together on the Spectrum
DESCRIPTION:Are you an autistic adult who’s interested in meeting and connecting with other adults like yourself? If so\, then this is the group for you! \nSometimes it is great to connect with someone who “gets it” and to be recharged and uplifted to keep going for the next little while. \nWe will have group conversations about the importance of community inclusion\, making communities more accessible\, self advocacy\, and any other topics that group attendees want to discuss. \n\n\nHow: We’re hassle-free! Just bring yourself and your listening ears\, and maybe a cup of your favourite coffee or tea.  Join us on the computer or by phone.  \nWhen: This support group runs on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month\, from 4:30 – 6:00pm on Zoom. \nWho:  The group is a safe place for adults on the spectrum to share their personal journeys with autism\, as well as the challenges they face\, in a safe and supportive environment. Everybody’s lived experiences and personal stories are important. Please feel free to join\, listen or share whether you have a diagnosis or self-identify! This group is administered by community members Ulina\, Jon\, Megan. \nCost: Free  \n \n  \nRegistration Details: You will be added to the mailing list for upcoming meetings\, as well as reminder and follow-up emails. \nPlease take a moment to read our group guidelines.  Our guidelines ensure our Meets remain a safe and welcoming space for all. \nRegistering for our Meets does not automatically make you an AutismBC Member.  \nDon’t have an AutismBC free membership? \nSign-up here: https://www.autismbc.ca/about/membership/ \nFor GTOS Mailing List subscribers: \nWe will provide a reminder email before the Meets and a follow-up resource email within the week after the meeting. \nPlease ensure that you add hello@autismbc.ca to your contact list in order to receive all mailing list communications. \nTrouble with receiving our emails? \nCheck your spam/junk folder for our emails if we are not added as your contact. \n\n\nAutismBC gratefully acknowledges The Bank of Montreal for their financial support in sponsorship for the AutismBC’s Getting Together on The Spectrum Support Group.\n 
URL:https://www.autismbc.ca/events/autismbc-meets-getting-together-on-the-spectrum-32/
CATEGORIES:AutismBC Meets
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SUMMARY:AutismBC Goes: Pumpkin Carving Contest! (Northern BC Only)
DESCRIPTION:🎃 Get Ready for a Spooktacular Showdown: AutismBC’s Hauntingly Fun Pumpkin Carving Contest! 🎃 \nCalling all Northern BC residents! This ghostly gathering is exclusively for you\, and it’s time to conjure up some Halloween magic from the comfort of your own home. Get ready to showcase your carving skills and make your pumpkin the star of the show!  \nWhen: October 18 to November 3\, 2023 \nWho: Members of AutismBC residing in Northern BC who are individuals with autism and their families. \nThree Different Categories to Conjure Your Creativity –  Choose one of the following: \n\nStencil Design: Capture your pumpkin’s transformation from stencil to spine-tingling art.\nBest Illumination: Light up the night with your glowing gourd!\nFreehand/Creative Design: Unleash your inner artist and let your imagination run wild – paint\, carve\, colour\, it’s your canvas!\n\nEerie Prizes Await: \nThree lucky winners will take home enchanting prize packs that include: \n\nA signed copy of Jenny Story’s Book “Dysnomia”\nArtist Mitchell Brager’s 2024 Calendar\nFidget Toy\n$25 Safeway Gift Card \n\n– Each prize pack is valued at $100.00! \nBeware the Northern BC Coven of Judges: \nOur mystical panel of judges hails from the far reaches of Northern BC: \n\nColleen & Mitchell Brager\, Terrace\nLori & Corbyn Gauthier\, Fort Saint James\nAmanda Sopel & family\, Prince George\n\nJudges will have the opportunity to review submissions and select winners. \n🎉 Winners Will Arise after Halloween Night! 🎉 \nThe shadows will part on Halloween Day\, and the winners shall be revealed right here on this page after November 3rd! We’ll also send out ghostly announcements via email to all our Northern BC members. \nContest Rules: \nTo enter\, cast the following incantations: \n\nYour best photo of your pumpkin design\nThe category you are submitting for \nYour name\, age\, and location\nYour AutismBC membership status\n\nPlease email pumpkin@autismbc.ca to enter. \nWe cannot wait to see your creative carvings! \nThe contest closes at 12 p.m. on November 3\, 2022. \n 
URL:https://www.autismbc.ca/events/autismbc-goes-pumpkin-carving-contest-northern-bc-only/
CATEGORIES:AutismBC Goes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231024T100000
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SUMMARY:AutismBC Meets: Tuesdays (0-10yrs)
DESCRIPTION:Join Sarah and community members for this Tuesday Meets Zoom chat. Sometimes all you need is to connect with someone who “gets it” and to be recharged and uplifted to keep going for the next little while. \nHow: We’re hassle-free! Just bring yourself and your listening ears\, and maybe a cup of your favourite coffee or tea.   \nWhen: Tuesday\, October 24th at 10:00 AM — 11:00 AM \nWho: Parents and Caregivers of age 0-10 yrs autistic children and youth or those awaiting an assessment. This group is hosted by our Vancouver Island Regional Coordinator\, Sarah Taylor. \nCost: Free  \n \nRegistration Details: You will be added to the mailing list for upcoming meetings\, as well as reminder and follow-up emails. \nPlease take a moment to read our group guidelines.  Our guidelines ensure our Meets remain a safe and welcoming space for all. \nRegistering for our Meets does not automatically make you an AutismBC Member.  \nDon’t have an AutismBC free membership? \nSign-up here: https://www.autismbc.ca/about/membership/
URL:https://www.autismbc.ca/events/autismbc-meets-tuesdays-0-10yrs-44/
CATEGORIES:AutismBC Meets
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231024T160000
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SUMMARY:AutismBC Socials: Introduction to Minecraft
DESCRIPTION:AutismBC Socials offers community members with common interests and hobbies a way to connect openly and safely online. \nOur Computer-based Introduction to Minecraft hosted by Elysium is an inclusive space for child & youth Minecraft enthusiasts to come together and play! Our mission is to inspire connection through sharing tips\, and tricks\, and playing together.  \nHow:  We bring you our monthly Minecraft Socials in partnership with Elysium\, a non-profit building a Minecraft server community for neurodivergent kids! Come meet and play with other kids who love Minecraft over a moderated Zoom video call and on the private\, white-listed server.  \nWhen: October 24\, 2023\, from 4:00 – 5:00 pm  \nWho: If your child/youth has been playing Minecraft for less than a year or if you’ve never played Minecraft on the Elysium server before — this is the right group for you. The Elysium Minecraft server is a whitelisted supportive and inclusive environment. It is available any time outside the monthly event for unstructured\, safe play and social connection. This AutismBC Social Minecraft Club is administered by Michael & Serene\, program volunteers with the Elysium team.  \nWhile activities may range from month to month\, we will be playing on Elysium’s modded RPG survival world. \nWe will focus on teaching and practicing the fundamentals of the game\, including:  \n\nBuilding any structure your heart desires \nExploring a Survival World \nFarming and taming pets\nBuy\, sell\, and trade resources from shopkeepers\, villagers\, and other players\nParticipate in group challenges like building battles & mini-games while learning structured team play \n\nCost: Free\, membership is required to participate in the event. \nDon’t have an AutismBC free membership? Sign-up here: https://www.autismbc.ca/about/membership/ \nRegister:  At this time\, participants must be playing Minecraft Java Edition for PC/Mac only. You must log in to your AutismBC membership account to register.  \n  \n \n  \nRegistration Details: To register\, all participants must have or be willing to sign up for:  \n\nMinecraft Java Edition for PC/Mac (not for iPad\, tablet or mobile devices)\nZoom \n\n*Sign-up is required before October 17th\, 2023 at noon to ensure that we are able to add you to the server and connect with you before the group session to ensure proper set-up.   \nPlease note: If you do not already own Minecraft\, please choose the assisted set-up option when you are registering for the event.  \n  \nMissed the registration deadline and are you a returning participant? \nPlease send us an email to hello@autismbc.ca and we can do our best to get you registered. \nWe know that remembering to register each month can be difficult!
URL:https://www.autismbc.ca/events/autismbc-socials-introduction-to-minecraft-8/
CATEGORIES:AutismBC Socials
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SUMMARY:AutismBC Meets: Getting Together on the Spectrum
DESCRIPTION:Are you an autistic adult who’s interested in meeting and connecting with other adults like yourself? If so\, then this is the group for you! \nSometimes it is great to connect with someone who “gets it” and to be recharged and uplifted to keep going for the next little while. \nWe will have group conversations about the importance of community inclusion\, making communities more accessible\, self advocacy\, and any other topics that group attendees want to discuss. \n\n\nHow: We’re hassle-free! Just bring yourself and your listening ears\, and maybe a cup of your favourite coffee or tea.  Join us on the computer or by phone.  \nWhen: This support group runs on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month\, from 4:30 – 6:00pm on Zoom. \nWho:  The group is a safe place for adults on the spectrum to share their personal journeys with autism\, as well as the challenges they face\, in a safe and supportive environment. Everybody’s lived experiences and personal stories are important. Please feel free to join\, listen or share whether you have a diagnosis or self-identify! This group is administered by community members Caitlin & Liv. \nCost: Free  \n \n  \nRegistration Details: You will be added to the mailing list for upcoming meetings\, as well as reminder and follow-up emails. \nPlease take a moment to read our group guidelines.  Our guidelines ensure our Meets remain a safe and welcoming space for all. \nRegistering for our Meets does not automatically make you an AutismBC Member.  \nDon’t have an AutismBC free membership? \nSign-up here: https://www.autismbc.ca/about/membership/ \nFor GTOS Mailing List subscribers: \nWe will provide a reminder email before the Meets and a follow-up resource email within the week after the meeting. \nPlease ensure that you add hello@autismbc.ca to your contact list in order to receive all mailing list communications. \nTrouble with receiving our emails? \nCheck your spam/junk folder for our emails if we are not added as your contact. \n\n\nAutismBC gratefully acknowledges The Bank of Montreal for their financial support in sponsorship for the AutismBC’s Getting Together on The Spectrum Support Group.\n 
URL:https://www.autismbc.ca/events/autismbc-meets-getting-together-on-the-spectrum-33/
CATEGORIES:AutismBC Meets
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231026T100000
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SUMMARY:AutismBC Meets: 10+ yrs
DESCRIPTION:Sometimes all you need is to connect with people who “get it” and to be recharged and uplifted to keep going for the next little while. Join other parents and caregivers of age 10+ children and teens on the spectrum every Thursday morning for a Zoom chat.  \nHow: We’re hassle-free! Just bring yourself and your listening ears\, and maybe a cup of your favourite coffee or tea.   \nWhen: Thursday\, October 26\, 10:00 AM — 11:00 AM \nWho: Parents and Caregivers of age 10+ years children and youth on the autism spectrum. This group is administrated by our Northern Regional Coordinator & Program Coordinator Sharon Grattan.  \nCost: Free  \n \n  \nRegistration Details: You will be added to the mailing list for upcoming meetings\, as well as reminder and follow-up emails. \nPlease take a moment to read our group guidelines.  Our guidelines ensure our Meets remain a safe and welcoming space for all. \n Registering for our Meets does not automatically make you an AutismBC Member.  \nDon’t have an AutismBC free membership?  \nSign-up here: https://www.autismbc.ca/about/membership/
URL:https://www.autismbc.ca/events/autismbc-meets-10-yrs-45/
CATEGORIES:AutismBC Meets
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231026T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231026T193000
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SUMMARY:AutismBC Socials: Minecraft Club
DESCRIPTION:AutismBC Socials offers community members with common interests and hobbies a way to connect openly and safely online. Our computer-based Minecraft Club hosted by Elysium on Zoom is an inclusive space for child & youth Minecraft enthusiasts to come together and play! Our mission is to inspire connection through sharing tips\, and tricks\, and playing together.  \n  \nHow:  We bring you our monthly Minecraft Socials in partnership with Elysium\, a non-profit building a Minecraft community for neurodivergent kids! Come meet and play with other kids who love Minecraft over a moderated Zoom video call and on the private\, white-listed server. \nWhen: October 26\, 2023\, from 6:00 – 7:30 pm \nWho: If your child/youth is a seasoned Minecraft player and familiar with the Elysium server\, join this Intermediate/Advanced Club!  The Elysium Minecraft server is a whitelisted supportive and inclusive environment. It is available any time outside the monthly event for unstructured\, safe play and social connection. This AutismBC Social Minecraft Club is administered by Michael & Serene\, program volunteers with the Elysium team.  \nWhile activities may range from month to month\, we will be playing on Elysium’s modded RPG survival world. You will be able to: \n\nBuild your own survival base\nLevel up and earn in-game money by picking up jobs such as mining\, hunting\, or crafting\nBuy\, sell\, and trade resources from shopkeepers\, villagers\, and other players\nParticipate in group challenges like building battles & mini-games while learning structured team play \n\nCost: Free\, membership is required to participate in the event. \nDon’t have an AutismBC free membership? Sign-up here: https://www.autismbc.ca/about/membership/ \nRegister: At this time\, participants must be playing Minecraft Java Edition for PC/Mac only.You must log in to your AutismBC membership account to register.  \n  \n \n  \nTo register\, all participants must have or be willing to sign-up for:  \n\nComputer Minecraft Java Edition for PC/Mac (not for iPad\, tablet\, or mobile devices) \nZoom \n\n*Sign-up is required before October 19th\, 2023 at noon to ensure that we are able to add you to the server and connect with you before the event.  \nMissed the registration deadline and are you a returning participant?  \nPlease send us an email to hello@autismbc.ca and we can do our best to get you registered. \nWe know that remembering to register each month can be difficult!
URL:https://www.autismbc.ca/events/autismbc-socials-minecraft-club-8/
CATEGORIES:AutismBC Socials
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