FREE Foundational Family Services - IN-PERSON

Board Game Night for 13-17yo

Ready, set, roll! 🎲 Join us for Board Game Night for Teens! Enjoy games, make friends, and have fun in a welcoming setting. Ages 13-17 with ASD. Max 8 participants.

Join us for a fantastic evening of laughter, strategy, and fun as we dive into our favorite board games, learn some new ones, and make new friends. It's the perfect way to connect, have fun, and practice sharing turns in a friendly, welcoming setting! 🎲😊

What’s in Store?

• Play favorite classics and discover new favorites! 🎯

• Meet new friends and strengthen teamwork and sharing skills. 🤝

• Snacks, laughs, and learning—fun for everyone! 🍿😂

This group is designed for children aged 13-17 with a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), who are registered with the Ontario Autism Program (OAP).

Please note, an OAP number is required for all in-person events.

Event Details:

• Location: Main Office @ 150 O'Carroll Ave, Peterborough

• Parking: Parents should park in the upper or lower parking lot, proceed towards the main doors where an Autism Services representative will meet with you, introduce themselves, and show your child into the building.

Limited to 8 participants. Don't miss out on this fantastic evening of laughter, strategy, and learning! Register now to secure your spot. 🎲😊

PEERS for Adolescents
Social Skills Group

PEERS for Adolescents is a 14-week evidence-based social skills program for adolescents in middle and high school who are interested in making and keeping friends and/or handling conflict and rejection.

Participants will learn:

• Developing and Maintaining Friendships

• Conversational skills

• Entering and exiting conversations

• Appropriate use of humor

• Handling disagreements

• Electronic communication

• Being a good sport

• Organizing get-togethers

• Handling teasing and bullying

• Changing Reputations

Group Details:

• This group is for teens with a diagnosis of Autism, aged 13-17 years old.

• This 14 week group begins Thursday, March 20th 2025, and runs until Thursday, June 19th, 2025.

• Each week the group will take place from 6-7pm and participants are taught social skills through didactic lessons and role-play demonstrations and practice these skills during group socialization activities.

• Parents attend separate sessions simultaneously and are taught how to assist adolescents in making and keeping friends (parent participation Is required).

• This group takes place in person at our Peterborough office.

• EXCITING NEWS: We know the cost of skill-building groups for children/youth with autism and their parents/guardians can be significant.  Given the clinical oversight and expertise involved, we recognize the investment required.  To support families in accessing these valuable services, we are grateful to be able to offer a one-time reduced price for this group, thanks to recent donations to our Canopy Cares Support Fund! The price of this group has been reduced by $200 per person for up to 8 participants.

• The fee for this 14 week group is $4280.00.

Interested in this group? Please fill out the form below and we will connect with you shortly!

FREE Foundational Family Services - IN-PERSON - Week 1/4

Dungeons & Dragons Club for Teens

Calling all Adventurers! Explore fantasy worlds, complete quests, and make friends in this 4-week Dungeons & Dragons group! 🐲

Embark on an epic journey in our 4-week Dungeons & Dragons group, designed specifically for teens aged 13-17 with a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and registered with the Ontario Autism Program (OAP). This immersive, fantasy role-playing game offers a unique opportunity to explore diverse worlds—be it medieval, outer space, or dystopian—as a fantasy character of your choice, such as an Elf, Barbarian, Orc, or Halfling.

Guided by a Dungeon Master, you and your teammates will work together as a 'party' to complete quests, missions, and adventures. Whether you're overcoming an evil three-headed being, fighting to save humanity from brain-harvesting aliens, enjoying a homecooked meal in a local tavern, or solving the mystery of the missing scroll, the choices and adventures are endless. Your fate is left in the hands of the dice!

Event Details:

• Dates: Tuesdays in February! February 4th, 11th, 18th & 25th

• Time: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

• Location: Main Office @ 150 O'Carroll Ave, Ptbo (Please park in the lower parking lot and proceed to the side doors labeled "AUTISM SERVICES")

• Participants: Maximum of 10 participants

• Requirements: OAP number required for registration

Players do not need to bring anything to join, but are welcome to bring their own dice and/or character sheets if they have them. This group is a fantastic way for teens to develop social skills, teamwork, and creativity in a supportive and engaging environment.

Upon arrival, an Autism Services representative will meet with you, introduce themselves, and show your teen into the building. We look forward to embarking on this adventure with you!

Note: This group has a maximum number of participants that can attend, so be sure to register early to secure your spot.

Join us for an unforgettable adventure where imagination knows no bounds!

FREE Foundational Family Services - IN-PERSON

Sibling Social for 8-12 yrs old

Join Canopy Support Services for a special Sibling Social! Connect, learn, and have fun with other siblings of kids with ASD! 🎉

Being a sibling to someone with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) can be a unique journey filled with special experiences, feelings, and moments of learning. That's why Canopy Support Services is hosting a special Sibling Social event just for you! This evening is designed to provide a supportive and fun environment where siblings of children with ASD can connect, learn, and focus on themselves.

During this event, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Learn About Autism: Gain a better understanding of your sibling's condition.

• Support Your Sibling: Discover ways to support your sibling while taking care of your own feelings.

• Self-Care Activities: Enjoy activities that help you recharge and have fun.

• Share Experiences: Connect with other siblings, share your experiences, and feel understood.

Important Details:

• Drop-Off Instructions: Parents should park in the upper parking lot, proceed towards the main doors where an Autism Services representative will greet you, introduce themselves, and guide your child into the building.

• Parent Options: Parents are welcome to wait in the waiting room or a quiet space within Canopy, or drop off their children for an hour.

• Participant Note: This workshop is for siblings of children with ASD, not for children/youth with ASD themselves. It is limited to 6 participants so please register today to save your spot!

• OAP Number: An OAP number is required for all in-person events (please use the sibling’s OAP number).

Don't miss this chance to join a supportive community, learn more about autism, and enjoy a fun evening dedicated to you. We look forward to seeing you there!

Autism Services Group Programming - In-Person

Ptbo Introduction to DBT Skills

Join us for a 6 week Introduction to Dialectical Behavior Therapy group program.

This group offers teens:

• Defining DBT

• Intro to core principles of DBT

• Building your personalized DBT Toolbox

Group Details:

• This group is for youth aged 12-17 years old.

• This 6 week group begins Tuesday, January 28th 2025, and runs until Tuesday, March 4th 2025. Each session is 1.5 hours from 4:00pm to 5:30pm.

• This group takes place in person at our Peterborough office.

• The fee for this 6 week group is $1720.00.

Interested in this group? Please fill out the form below and we will connect with you shortly!

You can also call us at 1-888-616-3456 to inquire about this group.

FREE Foundational Family Services - IN-PERSON

Sibling Social for 8-12 yrs old

A fun social event for siblings of children/youth with ASD!

This event is for siblings aged 8-12 of children and youth enrolled in the Ontario Autism Program (OAP). This fun workshop is an opportunity for siblings to share experiences with one another, participate in a variety of fun activities, and learn more about each others differences and similarities!

This group will be offered IN PERSON. Parents should park in the upper or lower parking lot, and use the front door of the office to drop off their children. An Autism Services rep will introduce themselves and show you to the meeting location. Parents are welcome to wait in the waiting room, or a quiet space within Canopy, or drop off their children for an hour!

Note: This supportive workshop is for siblings of children with ASD, and not for children/youth with ASD themselves. There is a teen winter craft event happening at the same time as this sibling social!

Please note, an OAP number is required for all in-person events. (Please use sibling’s OAP #)