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Active 4 Life inspires participants to get motivated, get moving, and get invested in their well-being. A YMCA-certified trainer will lead all classes with the support of CFASA staff and volunteers, ensuring all participants get the most out of their Active 4 Life fitness experience. In addition to Active for Life sessions, participants receive a (more…)

Build your child’s interests and engage in play! In this workshop, we will discuss strategies to discover play with your child, and learn their preferences. This workshop will be delivered online over zoom.   This workshop is FREE for members*** of the Centre | Non-members workshop fee – $25 ***”Members” are families who are currently served (more…)

Online presentation series from the Glenrose!   Join Glenrose clinicians for online presentations, tips, and resources on topics that affect the quality of life for children and families. Suitable for parents and caregivers, these online sessions include topics and information aimed at improving the quality of life for children and their families.  Attendees will learn (more…)

Respite provides families with short-term, temporary relief allowing parents time to rest, relax, and rejuvenate while children are given an opportunity to socialize and engage in recreational activities in a supervised setting.   NEW! Families can register for up to one month at a time. Registration will open on the 20th day of the previous (more…)

Play it Up! Teen Basketball is for teens with autism, ages 13-17. Join us for teen basketball and have a ball! Learn important skills and techniques like passing dribbling shooting defense All while practicing gameplay and team-focused know-how in a supportive learning environment. The best part is that you will be able to take the (more…)

The Beautiful Game! For children ages 6-12 with autism. Kickstart Soccer is a great way to introduce children with autism to the world’s most popular game. Children who participate in Kickstart Soccer will develop soccer skills and learn game-play concepts and strategies in a no-pressure environment. Best of all, they will build the skills necessary (more…)

It’s Game Time! Basketballers is back for children ages 6-12 with autism! You will build your confidence and skills while you’re having tonnes of fun! Practice skills like dribbling passing shooting All while learning about teamwork and gameplay concepts and getting exercise in a supportive environment. Thanks to the Return to Play grant from the (more…)

Let’s Get Cooking! This delicious program is for teens ages 13-17 with autism. Teens get hands-on experience with everything from choosing a recipe to chopping veggies. Shop Cook & Learn not only prepares teens for the life skill of learning to cook, but gets them exploring new interests, practicing time management and problem-solving skills, and making (more…)