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SUMMARY:AutismBC Goes Ice Skating at Britannia Rink (FULL)
DESCRIPTION:Community members who skate together\, stay together. We are hosting an AutismBC Goes Ice Skating at Britannia Rink! Bring your skating gear or grab a pair of rentals to hit the ice for our private event booking for the Lower Mainland autistic community. \nThis is a great opportunity to connect with others during the second week of winter break. Let’s have an ice day! \n How: Registration is required\, see below. \nWho: AutismBC Lower Mainland members. We have space for 75 registrants only.  \nWhere: Britannia Rink at the Britannia Community Centre Location: Britannia Rink location and contact information | City of Vancouver \nWhen: Thursday\, January 4\, 2024\, from 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm \nCost: FREE!  Registration Required \nSkates Rental also included 🙂 \nRegistration opens Wednesday\, December 20th at 9:00 am.  \n  \nEvent Full  \n  \nDon’t have an AutismBC free membership? Sign-up here: https://www.autismbc.ca/about/membership/ \n  \nWHAT TO EXPECT: \n\nYou must register to reserve your spot\nRentals are included with your registration\nThe is not a drop-off event\, children must be supervised by parents/caregivers\n(All Persons Attending Need To Be Registered)\n\n  \n  \nQuick Tips:\n\nBe prepared for colder temperatures\nWear warm winter clothing\, snow pants are recommended (especially for children)\nSkating supports are available on an FCFS basis\n\nWe hope to see you there! \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. 
URL:https://www.autismbc.ca/events/autismbc-goes-ice-skating-at-britannia-rink/
CATEGORIES:AutismBC Goes
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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 are hosting a movie night in the auditorium.  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: 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm\n*arrival between 6:15-6:45  we cannot guarantee access to the room after that time. \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-15/
CATEGORIES:AutismBC Socials
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SUMMARY:AutismBC Meets: Getting Together on the Spectrum
DESCRIPTION:This Meets Getting Together on the Spectrum (GTOTS) virtual meetup is designed for autistic adults seeking connections with like-minded individuals\, whether diagnosed or self-identified. Sharing experiences with someone who truly understands can rejuvenate\, providing the energy needed to navigate the journey ahead. \nWhat: Join us for group discussions delving into the significance of community inclusion\, strategies for enhancing community accessibility\, the power of self-advocacy\, and any other topics that resonate with the interests of our attendees. \n\n\nHow: On Zoom\, join via PC/Mac or mobile device.  \nWhen: This support group runs on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month\, from 5:00 – 7:00 pm. \nWho:  The group is a safe place for autistic adults to share their personal journeys with autism and 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! \nThis Meets is facilitated by our Events & Outreach Coordinator Liv Robinson\, and community members Caitlin\, Ulina\, Jon\, and Megan. \nCost: Free  \n \n  \nRegistration Details: You will be added to the mailing list for upcoming session reminders 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. \nFor GTOTS 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\n\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/ \nAutismBC gratefully acknowledges The Bank of Montreal for their financial support in sponsorship of AutismBC’s Getting Together on the Spectrum support group.\n 
URL:https://www.autismbc.ca/events/autismbc-meets-getting-together-on-the-spectrum-38/
CATEGORIES:AutismBC Meets
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SUMMARY:AutismBC Meets: 10+ years to Adulthood
DESCRIPTION:This Meets virtual group is for parents and caregivers of autistic children and youth who are aged 10+ years and into adulthood.  \nWe are here to help provide you with resources and information to help empower you in making decisions and finding support. 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. We’re hassle-free! Just bring yourself and your listening ears\, and maybe a cup of your favourite coffee or tea.   \nHow: On Zoom\, join via PC/Mac or mobile device.  \nWhen: The 2nd & 4th Thursday of each month\, 10:00 AM — 11:00 AM \nWho: Parents and Caregivers of age 10+ years children and youth on the autism spectrum.  \nCost: Free  \nThe Meets is facilitated by our Program Coordinator & Northern Regional Coordinator\, Sharon Grattan\, our Interior Regional Coordinator\, Rebecca Alexander and community member Shayna Kershaw.  \n \n  \nRegistration Details: You will be added to the mailing list for upcoming meetings and 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-49/
CATEGORIES:AutismBC Meets
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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: January 23\, 2024\, 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:  Participants must be playing Minecraft Java Edition for PC/Mac only. You must log in to your AutismBC membership account to register. \nRegistration Details: To register\, all participants must have or be willing to sign up for:  \n\n You must log in to your AutismBC membership account to register.\nMinecraft Java Edition for PC/Mac (iPad\, tablet or mobile devices are not compatible)\nPurchase of Minecraft Java is required\, please click here: Minecraft: Java & Bedrock Edition for PC Deluxe Edition\nZoom installed\n\n  \n \n  \n*Sign-up is required before January 16\, 2024\, at noon to ensure that we can add you to the server and connect with you before the group session to ensure proper set-up.   \nPlease note: If you have not already purchased 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-11/
CATEGORIES:AutismBC Socials
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SUMMARY:AutismBC Meets: Getting Together on the Spectrum
DESCRIPTION:This Meets Getting Together on the Spectrum (GTOTS) virtual meetup is designed for autistic adults seeking connections with like-minded individuals\, whether diagnosed or self-identified. Sharing experiences with someone who truly understands can rejuvenate\, providing the energy needed to navigate the journey ahead. \nWhat: Join us for group discussions delving into the significance of community inclusion\, strategies for enhancing community accessibility\, the power of self-advocacy\, and any other topics that resonate with the interests of our attendees. \n\n\nHow: On Zoom\, join via PC/Mac or mobile device.  \nWhen: This support group runs on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month\, from 5:00 – 7:00 pm. \nWho:  The group is a safe place for autistic adults to share their personal journeys with autism and 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! \nThis Meets is facilitated by our Events & Outreach Coordinator Liv Robinson\, and community members Caitlin\, Ulina\, Jon\, and Megan. \nCost: Free  \n \n  \nRegistration Details: You will be added to the mailing list for upcoming session reminders 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. \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\n\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/ \nAutismBC gratefully acknowledges The Bank of Montreal for their financial support in sponsorship of AutismBC’s Getting Together on The Spectrum Support Group.\n 
URL:https://www.autismbc.ca/events/autismbc-meets-getting-together-on-the-spectrum-41/
CATEGORIES:AutismBC Meets
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SUMMARY:AutismBC Meets: 10+ years to Adulthood
DESCRIPTION:This Meets virtual group is for parents and caregivers of autistic children and youth who are aged 10+ years and into adulthood.  \nWe are here to help provide you with resources and information to help empower you in making decisions and finding support. 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. We’re hassle-free! Just bring yourself and your listening ears\, and maybe a cup of your favourite coffee or tea.   \nHow: On Zoom\, join via PC/Mac or mobile device.  \nWhen: The 2nd & 4th Thursday of each month\, 10:00 AM — 11:00 AM \nWho: Parents and Caregivers of age 10+ years children and youth on the autism spectrum.  \nCost: Free  \nThe Meets is facilitated by our Program Coordinator & Northern Regional Coordinator\, Sharon Grattan\, our Interior Regional Coordinator\, Rebecca Alexander and community member Shayna Kershaw.  \n \n  \nRegistration Details: You will be added to the mailing list for upcoming meetings and 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-years-to-adulthood/
CATEGORIES:AutismBC Meets
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240125T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240125T193000
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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: January 25\, 2024\, 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/ \nRegistration Details: To register\, all participants must have or be willing to sign up for:  \n\n You must log in to your AutismBC membership account to register.\nMinecraft Java Edition for PC/Mac (iPad\, tablet or mobile devices are not compatible)\nPurchase of Minecraft Java is required\, please click here: Minecraft: Java & Bedrock Edition for PC Deluxe Edition\nZoom installed\n\n  \n \n  \n*Sign-up is required before January 18\, 2024 at noon to ensure that we can 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-11/
CATEGORIES:AutismBC Socials
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240131T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240131T190000
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SUMMARY:AutismBC Meets: Getting Together on the Spectrum
DESCRIPTION:This Meets Getting Together on the Spectrum (GTOTS) virtual meetup is designed for autistic adults seeking connections with like-minded individuals\, whether diagnosed or self-identified. Sharing experiences with someone who truly understands can rejuvenate\, providing the energy needed to navigate the journey ahead. \nWhat: Join us for group discussions delving into the significance of community inclusion\, strategies for enhancing community accessibility\, the power of self-advocacy\, and any other topics that resonate with the interests of our attendees. \n\n\nHow: On Zoom\, join via PC/Mac or mobile device.  \nWhen: This support group runs on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month\, from 5:00 – 7:00 pm. (Bonus session in January) \nWho:  The group is a safe place for autistic adults to share their personal journeys with autism and 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! \nThis Meets is facilitated by our Events & Outreach Coordinator Liv Robinson\, and community members Caitlin\, Ulina\, Jon\, and Megan. \nCost: Free  \n \n  \nRegistration Details: You will be added to the mailing list for upcoming session reminders 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. \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\n\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/ \nAutismBC gratefully acknowledges The Bank of Montreal for their financial support in sponsorship of AutismBC’s Getting Together on The Spectrum Support Group.\n 
URL:https://www.autismbc.ca/events/autismbc-meets-getting-together-on-the-spectrum-47/
CATEGORIES:AutismBC Meets
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