Toronto Area Events of Interest
Note that these listings are provided for the convenience of our readers and members: the chapter does not endorse any of these events. Both for-profit and non-profit events are included, and events outside the city of Toronto, and even beyond the GTA, are sometimes included. To have your event listed, contact toronto@autismontario.com
TRAVELS WITH MY BROTHER Public Screening
Friday March 5th at the National Film Board Mediatheque
150 John Street (at Richmond Street) in Toronto -
7:30 pm - Tickets on sale at 7 pm, $10.00 cash only
Portion of proceeds goes to a local autism charity
*DVDs available at screening for sale, $15 cash
Evening includes a brief presentation about autism, a screening of shorts by animator, artist Evan Tapper
and afterwards, a Q-and-A with directors/writers/producers Christine Alexiou and June Chua.
Draw for DVD/book gift package!
75 seats available
www.travelswithmybrother.com
"Travels With My Brother" - a live action/animated documentary
Directed by Christine Alexiou & June Chua
CDG Discovery March Break Camp
March break is just around the corner. If you have not registered your
child in a camp, please see CDG's Discovery Camp information below- they
still have some openings.
Don't forget that when you pay for your deposit for the Camp, you can
use the receipt to receive the March Break Reimbursement Fund which is
now accepting applications for a minimum of 660 families, on a first
come, first served basis (no membership to Autism Ontario is required).
You will need proof of diagnosis, original receipt from the camp and you
can apply for the reimbursement.
CDG Discovery March Break Camp Information:
Discovery March Break Camp offers your child the opportunity to learn
about himself and others in a safe and stimulating environment. With
activities which target peer development social language and
responsibility as well as self esteem and confidence, arts,
sports and academics, Discovery Day Camp creates a sense of wonder
and joy. Our activities are designed to contribute to the development of
character in children who will make a positive contribution to our
global community.
Day camp program hours are from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., March 15-March 19th.
Location: Children's Development Group
9875 Leslie street Richmond Hill, ON L4B 3Y3
Costs : Full Day: 9-3………$600
Half Day: 9-12 or 12-3……$500
Call 905 237 6717 or email info@cdgcentre.com for DETAILS!
Trace March Break Skills Camp
Social skills camp for children with Autism/PPD-NOS/Aspergers during march break.
Tyndale University is sponsoring the camp so it is being offered free of charge.
The program is half full to date but they are seeking some more 'campers'.
Mon - Fri, March 15-19, 9am - 3pm, Ages 6 - 9
Tyndale University College, Bayview Campus
3377 Bayview Avenue, Toronto ON
For more info, please contact:
Dr. Amanda Azarbehi
aazarbehi@tyndale.ca
416-226-6620 x 2174
Bloorview Kids Rehab Family Education Workshops, March-June 2010
Please see attached brochure for information about upcoming Family Education Workshops taking place at Bloorview Kids Rehab.
South Asian Autism Awareness Centre
Formal Gala Dinner Dance and Raffle
Date: Saturday March 6th, 2010
Place: J&J Swagat Banquet Hall
Time: 6.00p.m.
Dinner & Raffle Tickets are on sale NOW……
Prizes:
1st prize: Round Trip to Florida
2nd prize: 42” Television
3rd prize: Laptop
For tickets call: 416-824-8847 or 647-297-4560
e-mail:saaacinfo@gmail.com
See attached for full details.
Ready to Talk about Sexuality?
How to have that important conversation with your son or
daughter with a developmental disability to help keep them safer
Saturday, March 6, 2010 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Bloorview Kids Rehab
150 Kilgour Road, Toronto, M4G 1R8
Conference Centre
This discussion will focus on:
- What do I say?
- How do I say it so that my child understands?
- When should I start?
Presenter: Ann Barrett, educator and health advocate
Fee: Family Member: $5.00; Service Provider:$10.00
Please register ahead of time with the fee.
Make cheques payable to: Bloorview Kids Rehab
Send to:
Bloorview Kids Rehab
Attention: June Chiu
Family Resource Centre
150 Kilgour Road, Toronto, ON M4G 1R8
For more information, call or email:
June Chiu
Telephone: 416 - 425 - 6220, ext. 3319
Email: jchiu@bloorview.ca
FREE TAX SEMINAR
Tuesday March 16, 2010
7:30 – 8:30 p.m. (RSVP required)
Income Tax Information for Parents of Exceptional Children
Are you using all the tax credits available to you?
Presented by: Lorraine Cipparrone, BAccSc, CGA
Location:Toronto Catholic District School Board Office, 3rd floor, 80 Sheppard Ave. E, Toronto
(FREE PARKING underground)
Please RSVP to reserve your spot
416.489.0702 or E-M toronto@autismontario.com
This presentation is brought to you with support from The Toronto Chapter of Autism Ontario & The Toronto Catholic District School Board
Youth Drop In
Saturday March 27th, 2010
Youth Drop In is for youth with
physical disabilities and their friends
Ages 16-29
Featuring in the main room DJ RO
Doors open: 7:00-10:00pm
Earl Bales Community Centre
4169 Bathurst Street
(Bathurst & Sheppard)
Cost : $3.00
RSVP: Natalie Timbrell 416-425-6220 x 3296
See attached flyer for more details.