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ABC Recreation Ltd. P.O. Box 21009 Paris, ON N3L 4A5 Telephone : 519-442-7900 E-mail : info@abcrecreation.com Website : www.abcrecreation.com	ABC Recreation specializes in the sales and service of Landscape Structures playgrounds. (our territory includes Ontario, Quebec and Atlantic Canada) Landscape Structures has been a leader in creating playground designs and events that go beyond ADA minimum requirements by following these guidelines in the development of their products: accessibility, age and developmentally appropriate, stimulating to the senses. Through play, a Landscape Structures play structure will help improve the physical, emotional and social development of all kids. This higher level of inclusive play brings children together to help them develop, build confidence, make friends and play as equals.
Alphabee Suite 101, 81 The East Mall Etobicoke, ON M8Z 5W3 Telephone : 416-622-9979 E-mail : info@alphabee.com Website : www.alphabee.com	Offers ABA program with emphasis on verbal behaviour, discrete trial training, natural environment teaching, errorless approach. Also offers respite, march break and summer day camp programs, recreation/social skills programs for children with ASD.
Applied Behavioural Interventions Greater Toronto Area, ON l4C 0G1 Telephone : 905-780-9680 Website : www.abinterventions.com	With diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorders increasing at an alarming rate, many parents feel overwhelmed in their search for the best treatment options for their child. The good news is that there is hope for our children. Applied Behaviour Analysis is a proven effective treatment with better clinical outcomes than any alternate treatment available. Working with the entire family, we are committed to whole-family training so that learning and development continues, even when we are not there. We will help your loved one achieve their greatest potential. Incredible changes in language ability, social skills and independence lie ahead. Contact us today to see how ABI can assist your child in being the best that they can be.
Aspire Special Needs Resource Centre 4826 47 Street Red Deer, AB T4N 1R2 Telephone : 403-340-2606 E-mail : inquiries@aspirespecialneeds.ca Website : www.aspirespecialneeds.ca	We offer a range of services to children with special needs, the families who love them and the communities that support them. Our programs include early intervention services, a specialized school program for preschool-aged children, and a variety of assessment, intervention and diagnostic services. Services are offered at home, in our centre-based programs and within the local community. To support parents and community caregivers we offer webcasts on a variety of special need topics.
Autism Alternatives of Oakville 1138 Gable Drive Oakville, ON L6J 7P2 Telephone : 905-829-4084 E-mail : bethshier38@gmail.com Website : www.autismsolutionontario.com	The Davis Autism Approach is a new, unique and innovative approach to correcting Autism Spectrum Disorders including Asperger's and PDD-NOS. The approach is also very useful to clients with ADD (either type). The program has 3 separate parts. First is called individuation, where we help the client to integrate their senses and begin to accurately perceive their environment. Second is the identity development portion of the program where missing information about how the world works is put into the client's existing identity allowing them to interact with their environment and the people in it in an appropriate way. Last is the social integration piece of the program which allows for full participation in life. We also have a pilot project serving non-verbal clients. Please call or email for more details.
Bond Child and Family Development 51 Bond Street Toronto, ON M5B1X1 Telephone : 416-367-8349 E-mail : bsns@bellnet.ca Website : www.bondchildandfamilydevelopment.ca	Enriched early childhood education using High Scope and picture symbols, Snoezelen Room, very low child staff ratios, half day only 9 - 11:30 or 1- 3:30. Integrated program Minibus transportation, on site resource teacher. Staff trained in Autism Intervenor (Geneva Centre) Catchment served primarily low income St. James Town or Regent Park. Subsidy through children's services, or full fee of $470.00 month. 3 or 5 days a week. 12 month program. Some bursaries available.
Bond Child and Family Development 51 Bond Street Toronto, ON M5B 1X1 Telephone : 416-367-8349 E-mail : bsns@bellnet.ca Website : bondchildandfamilydevelopment.ca	Licensed non-profit children's charity United Way Agency integrated preschool program with family support and bussing within our catchment area full time resource teacher Snoezelen Room communication, social skills and language development emphasized ratios of 1 -3 and 1 -5 part-time program available half days 3-5 times per week morning or afternoon subsidy from children's services accepted
Brick by Brick Therapy & Wellness 2601 Hwy 20 East Unit 7 Fonthill, ON L0S 1E6 Telephone : 905-228-3250 E-mail : info@brickbybrick.ca Website : www.brickbybrick.ca	-Brick by Brick is an approved provider of Intensive Behavioural Intervention. -Specialized assessment, therapy, counselling, and consultation services for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and related exceptionalities -1:1 instruction as well as partner, and group sessions. -ASD Educational programs/workshops for parents and professionals
Brick by Brick Therapy and Wellness Unit #7, 2601 Hwy 20 E Fonthill, ON L0S 1E6 Telephone : 905-228-3250 E-mail : info@brickbybrick.ca Website : www.BrickByBrick.ca	Provides centre-based and home-based IBI program and workshops. Are an approved service-provider of the Direct Funding Option within the provincially-funded autism initiative.
Clear Sky Therapy Services Ltd. P.O. Box 23035 101-230 Cook St. Victoria, BC V8V3K0 Telephone : 250-818-2142 E-mail : clear.sky.community@gmail.com	ABA programming, leisure and recreation activities, job preparation and academic support.
Crystal Gallant Ottawa, ON Telephone : 613-230-5962 E-mail : gallantcry@gmail.com	Provides social/life skills training, emotional and academic support for children with high-functioning autism and Asperger's.
Daybreak Consulting 209 615 Eighth St New Westminster, BC V3M 3S3 Telephone : 604-721-9506 E-mail : daybreaked@yahoo.ca Website : www.daybreakconsulting.ca	Services offered: Consulting - home programs based on ABA, Communication Therapy, Social Skills Programs, Kindergarten Readiness, Pre-Vocational Training, Summer Day Camp Programs. Offers a multidisciplinary treatment approach. Consultants have been working with children with ASD for over twenty years.
Discovery Toys Durham Durham Region & GTA Durham Region & GTA, ON L1P 0A4 Telephone : 905-409-1554 E-mail : durhamtoymom@gmail.com Website : www.discoverytoyslink.com/durhamtoymom	Discovery Toys Durham supports Autism! Every toy in our catalog has an Autism Symbol that corresponds with the specific learning each toy supports. There are 6 different types for Autism & Special Needs. Shop online today & look for the a,b,c,d,e,f symbols for Autism & Special Needs! DT toys have been assigned one or more DT Autism Symbols relative to how they address the area of difficulty an individual with autism might be experiencing. We have toys that promote the following in those with autism: a) independent play with some limited interaction: b) sustained engagement c) cooperative play d) opportunities for children to talk about their play experiences e) obvious completion criteria f) pretend play Contact DT-Durham at www.discoverytoyslink.com/durhamtoymom
Dramatizzim 8808 - 19 avenue Edmonton, AB T6K1Z6 Telephone : 780-604-8404 E-mail : ameliama@telusplanet.net Website : www.motherearththeatre.ca	Dramatizzim's goal is to provide a safe, judgment-free zone for families with young children who have social challenges. Parents and children participate together in a fun, literacy based creative play program. Future goals include co-op playdates and parent support meetings.
Enhanced Day Program 61 Curlew Dr. Toronto, ON M3A 2P8 Telephone : 416-805-2871 E-mail : edayprogram@gmail.com Website : www.edayprogram.com	At Enhanced Day Program we are an organization offering an exciting opportunity to built on a program that is structured and continuous, no matter what the behaviours of the individual are. We strive to provide a consistent program that takes place Monday to Friday. Our vision statement is: All individuals regardless of the complexities of their needs, including those with complex behaviours, will not be turned away from Enhanced Day Program.
Erin Ruck Ottawa, ON Telephone : 613-838-4431 E-mail : helping_hearts_hands@yahoo.ca	Provides academic assistance, fine and gross motor skill development, life skills training, respite services, social development for children with ASD.
Finding the Way Learning Centre and Academy 2950 Keele St Suite 102 and 202 North York, ON M3M2H2 Telephone : 647-347-6122 E-mail : info@ftwlcacademy.com Website : www.ftwautism.com	We offer support to children both Home and Centre Based. Services include IBI, Academic (School), Preschool, Social Skills and Life Skills, Consultations, Program Development and Assessments Parent Training and Staff Training
Four Points 3200 Ridgeway Drive Unit 2 Mississauga, ON L5L 5Y6 Telephone : 905-569-3199 E-mail : info@fourpointsinc.com Website : www.fourpointsinc.com	Four Points is a private agency established in 1997. We provide IBI (Intensive Behaviour Intervention) therapy, using the principles of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA), for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs). Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) is a scientific approach to understanding human behaviour and how it is affected by the environment. Intensive Behaviour Intervention is the intensive application of ABA principles in order to assist children with autism to learn a wide variety of. Four Points offers centre-based therapy for children with ASD or other developmental disabilities. Our child-therapist ratio is 1:1. Dyads (1:2) and small group instruction is available when suitable for your child's abilities. This allows us to tailor the intervention to your child's specific needs. Within our program we target the following areas: attending skills; behaviour; cognitive skills and visual skills; communication, speech, and language skills; daily living skills; group development skills; gross/fine motor and imitation skills; play and social skills; and, school readiness/academic skills. In addition, our individualized programs include: continuous assessment and program development; collaboration with outside professionals as needed; on-going data collection and graphing; and, regular team meetings. All therapy is supervised by highly qualified professionals with BCBA (Board Certified Behavior Analyst) or BCaBA (Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst) designation. The Clinical Director is dually certified as a registered Speech-Language Pathologist (CASLPO) and BCBA. The agency is also accredited as a qualified DFO (Direct Funding Option) provider for the Ontario Autism Intervention-IBI Program funded by the Ministry of Children and Youth Services. The agency is also accredited as a qualified DFO (Direct Funding Option) provider for the Ontario Autism Intervention Program funded by the Ministry of Children and Youth Services.
French for Success 5655 Topaz Place Mississauga, ON L5M 7B8 Telephone : 905-817-1141 E-mail : emile_tadros@crestwoodschool.com	AIM Approach/New Methodology. More than 6 years teaching with this methodology with children with special needs. We believe that to be effective, second language acquisition must take place in a context that is both meaningful and fun. There must also be plenty of opportunities for repetition of vocabulary and structures. Songs and plays provide the perfect vehicles for language learning because they are highly motivational and provide emotional "hooks" which greatly facilitate language acquisition. to learn more about AIM approach. Please visit: http://www.aimlanguagelearning.com La philosophie d’ AIM Nous croyons que cette méthodologie est très effective. L’acquisition de la langue seconde prend sa place dans un contexte significatif et amusant. Il y a pleins d’ opportunités pour la répétition du vocabulaire et des structures de la phrase. Les chansons et les pièces envisagent des moyens parfaits pour l’apprentissage de la langue. Une haute motivation se développe qui à son tour éveille les émotions pour une acquisition rapide et efficace de la langue. Pour apprendre plus à propos d’AIM, visitez http://www.aimlanguagelearning.com/ Fee will be fixed according to the tutoring location and age.
Friend 2 Friend Social Learning Society 596 Blueridge Ave North Vancouver, BC V7R 2J2 Telephone : 604-528-0560 E-mail : friend2friend@shaw.ca Website : www.friend2friendsociety.org	Friend 2 Friend Social Learning Society (F2FSLS) is a not-for-profit, charity organization established in 2002. Our mission is to enhance reciprocal social interaction, communication, imaginative play, and friendships between individuals on the autism spectrum and their typically developing peers. To meet our mandate F2FSLS provides a variety of unique and innovative programs and services to children and adults throughout Canada, US and abroad.
Functional Forms 260 Spinnaker Way, Unit 10 Concord, ON L4K 4P9 Telephone : 647-999-8808 Website : http://www.functionalforms.ca/	Our mission is to improve the lives of individuals with autism by applying the most current and scientifically supported products and services. We provide Autism services, including ABA (Applied Behaviour Analysis), IBI (Intensive Behaviour Intervention), and others in Vaughan (City of Vaughan), Richmond Hill, Thornhill, Woodbridge, Markham, the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) and the surrounding areas. Functional Forms uses the scientifically proven methods of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA), and is firmly committed to closely and accurately monitoring progress. What makes Functional Forms unique is the passion and commitment we have to your success. Call us today, and see for yourself. We welcome the opportunity to have an instrumental positive impact in your life.
H.E.A.L. (Horse Education & Alternative Learning) 9741 County Road 10 Campbellcroft, Ontario. whitby, ON l1n6r5 Telephone : 905-260-1746 E-mail : jshealingwithhorses149@gmail.com Website : www.healedbyhorses.com	At H.E.A.L., fresh air and nature combined with “therapedic” workshops provide alternative learning, which may: improve balance and co-ordination, offer relaxation, increase muscle tone, help improve self image, as well as offer improved learning, concentration, and spatial awareness. Youth develop a sense of responsibility as they learn to help care for the horse and equipment. Alternative and complementary learning is an inspiring and unique life experience. We recognize and discover abilities H.E.A.L is a place where abilities are recognized and discovered. Youth who face each day with learning disabilities, behavioural challenges or who have experienced any form of abuse come to us to work with horses, and in doing so realize their potential. We call it 'therapedic'. Parents call it success. H.E.A.L. welcomes youth aged 13 and up, who live with: § autism § aspergers § obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) § attention deficit disorder (ADHD) § learning disabilities, or § unexpected behaviours or outbursts
Hamilton/Burlington SPCA 245 Dartnall Rd Hamilton, ON L8W 3B9 Telephone : 905-574-7722 E-mail : info@hbspca.com Website : www.hbspca.com	The Hamilton/Burlington SPCA Pet Encounter Therapy program assists children with autism through the introduction of dogs and rabbits in the classroom. Results from this pilot are best explained by James Axiak, Special Class Teacher at Billy Green Public School in Hamilton. "Being an animal lover myself, I had no doubt the benefits a therapy pet would bring to our classroom, that of curiosity, happiness and eventually a level of comfort...It was to my amazement then to observe the tremendous growth in student motivation, attention, emotional development and social connectivity over the past year." Currently the program serves 9 classes in 4 schools in the Hamilton/Burlington area.
Kalyana Support Systems 1249 Colborne Street West RR #4 Brantford, ON N3T 5L7 Telephone : 519-449-2983 E-mail : services@kalyanasupportsystems.com Website : http://www.kalyanasupportsystems.com	Kalyana is a client-centred organization, committed to working with parents and professionals to deliver quality, therapeutic and educational programs. We offer a number of innovative and valuable services including: * Day School * Consultation Services for children with autism * Tutoring * Therapeutic Interventions * Training Seminars and Workshops * Resources, games and materials for educational programs * An online data management system
Kerry's Place Autism Services 34 Berczy Street Suite 190 Aurora, ON L4G1W9 Telephone : 905-841-6611 Website : www.kerrysplace.org	Established in 1974, Kerry's Place Autism Services (KPAS) has grown to become one of the largest service providers in Ontario for children, youth and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder. We support over 5,000 people annually in our 4 operating regions throughout Ontario. Our Mission To enhance the quality of life for people with an Autism Spectrum Disorder by being leaders in: •developing and providing evidence-based support; and •building capacity by sharing our knowledge and expertise. Our Vision People with an Autism Spectrum Disorder are accepted as full and equal members of their communities.
Kinark Outdoor Centre PO Box 730 Minden, ON K0M 2K0 Telephone : 800-805-8252 E-mail : info@koc.on.ca Website : www.koc.on.ca	Families with one or more children with Autism are provided with a supported social-recreation experience at a residential Outdoor Education Centre where a one to one worker is with each child with Autism, there is a structured sibling recreation program as well as a parent recreation and networking program.
Kinark Outdoor Centre PO Box 730 Minden, ON K0M 2K0 Telephone : 800-805-8252 E-mail : info@koc.on.ca Website : www.koc.on.ca	A social/life skills program for moderate to high functioning ASD teens from rural and low income environments. The program facilitates bi-monthly residential weekends and one 5 day summer session at the Kinark Outdoor Centre.
King's Ransom Equestrian 16700 Concession 10 Schomberg, ON L0G1T0 Telephone : 416-995-3842 E-mail : kr@kingsransom.ca Website : www.kingsransom.ca	Therapeutic riding is a unique equine-based therapy for children and adults with cognitive, physical and emotional conditions which focuses on improving balance, coordination, focus, independence, confidence, motor and social skills. Our programs offer therapeutic benefits in a fun and beautiful country setting. Visit us at http://www.kingsransom.ca/about.html.
King's Ransom Equestrian 16700 Concession 10 Schomberg, ON L0G 1T0 Telephone : 416-995-3842 E-mail : kr@kingsransom.ca Website : www.kingsransom.ca	Therapeutic riding centre for children and adults with disabilities. Offer both private and group lessons, where riders interact with the horses by helping to groom and tack them up, as well as ride them in class. For children and adults with autism, riding is a way to bond with an animal, while increasing social interaction, empathy, balance and strength.
Laura Hunter's STEPS Program 4852 Vandorf Sideroad Stouffville, ON L4A 7X5 Telephone : 416-771-2217 E-mail : aurahunter@me.com Website : www.stepsprograms.com	Offers the following programs: Giddyup! Therapeutic Riding, GymSkills Physical Education Program, Xceptional Biking (instructional biking), SummerSkills and Giddyup Day Camps.
Learning Through Play Children's Center Etobicoke, ON Telephone : 416-899-2153 E-mail : learningthroughplaycc@gmail.com	A not-for-profit program geared to allow children with autism to enhance their play and social skills in a fun, safe and recreational environment. The program is facilitated by two ASD professionals and runs in 6 week blocks. We target skills such as turn-taking, sharing, peer interaction, fine and gross motor skills, transitioning and waiting by participating in a variety of structured teacher-directed group activities.
Les Apprentis Cowboys 3730 ch. Rhéaume Sherbrooke, PQ J1R 0A2 Telephone : 819-847-4836 E-mail : apprentis_cowboys@hotmail.com	Provides therapeutic horseback riding for people with disabilities.
Life Skills Centre BC 2488 WELCHER PORT COQUITLAM, BC V3C3E4 Telephone : 778-863-0171 E-mail : adminlifeskills@shaw.ca Website : https://sites.google.com/site/lifeskillscentrebc/mission/aba/news	R.CANOVAS CONSULTING SERVICES Life Skills – Community Inclusion Skill development We are an organization driven to provide excellence and quality in the support of Life Skills Services to people with developmental disabilities and their families, assisting with care to the growth and independence of children, youth and adults. Assisting families - Life Skills for Children Disabilities ________________________________________ Introduction: The Organization supports individuals with a wide range of mental and physical disabilities specializing in Pervasive Developmental Disorders (PDD) offering a wide variety of Person-Centered services through our life skills program. We work with Private funding, MCFD and CLBC referrals. One-to-One (1:1) Life Skills- Community Inclusion- Skill development 1:1 life skills services are contract based and describe a service delivery model in which one staff works with one client. This type of service delivers the maximum amount of staff support and enables a higher degree of individual-centered planning under these 5 main domains: personal well being, relationship and social inclusion, independence and control, growth and development and recreation and leisure. Service Consultation and Contact Interview Our services can be reached by e mailing, for a free in home consultation of our services Please contact the Supervisor-Life Skills Program adminlifeskills @shaw.ca
Links Learning Centre 71 Regent Street Richmond Hill, ON L4C 9Y1 Telephone : 905-770-5465 E-mail : info@linkslearningcentre.com Website : www.linkslearningcentre.com	Links Learning Centre fosters and delivers programs for children with autism and various developmental disorders and exceptionalities. Our programs, and the delivery of these programs, focus on matching the students' learning style and developmental level. Our curriculum targets academics, social skills, receptive and expressive language skills, life skills, with special focus on individual needs of the child. At Links, we focus on teaching using the principles of Applied Behaviour Analysis in a 1:1, and small group setting, as well as optional integration into a typical classroom setting. Links Learning Centre strives to support and foster each individual child and assist them in their future growth and development. Links Learning Centre also provides parent training to assist parents in the delivery of effective programming. This service is offered to families enrolled in our centre program as well as families in the community who may need additional support within their own home programming environment.
Lisa Palasti Autism Consulting 121 Brembel Street Kitchener, ON N2B 3T7 Telephone : 519-895-0228 E-mail : lisapal@sympatico.ca Website : www.rdiconnect.com	Relationship Development Intervention is a parent empowerment program, designed to educate parents to optimize their everyday living with their loved one with Autism. RDI aims to increase quality of life for the whole family and restore the family system. RDI is a developmentally based model providing the child a chance to "re-do" missing pieces of development and return to a path of typical development. RDI is a family-centered treatment program. The bulk of treatment resources are invested in preparing parents to act as â€œparticipantâ€ guides, creating daily opportunities for their child to succeed in increasingly challenging settings, characterized by ongoing variation and non-linear, unpredictable change.
Mary-Lou Osborne 2788 Concession Road 7 Tottenham, ON L0G 1W0 Telephone : 905-936-4196 E-mail : lou.ed@live.ca	I have been speaking mostly in schools to high-school aged students about autism and my experiences with autism. I am the mother of an autistic boy. We have struggled through without much support and have made great progess. I talk about what autism is, give some basic medial background and describe the different sensitivities or difficulties many people with autism have. I intersperse my presentation with personal anecdotes and examples of what our lives are like. It's a Power-Point based presentation that can be somewhat tailored to the intended audience. I'm always astounded at the incredibly thoughtful and insightful questions at the end and throughout. I do request that my services are kept to a reasonalbe geographical area.
Meta Centre 401 Champagne Dr Toronto, ON M3J 2C6 Telephone : 416-736-0199 E-mail : rpassaro@metacentre.ca Website : www.metacentre.ca	Provides day supports, including recreational activities.
Music Connect Music Therapy 767 Butternut Ave Waterloo, ON N2V 2M3 Telephone : 519-886-8466 E-mail : lgmusicspace@rogers.com	Provides creative & improvisational music therapy for people with ASD. Therapy includes singing, playing instruments, songwriting, movement, listening to music.
Natasha Despres Etobicoke, ON M8Y 1W5 Telephone : -- E-mail : autismbehaviouralconsulting@hotmail.com	Hello, I am a Child and Youth Worker offering in home behavioural and life skills consulting. Currently, I am working for the Peel Board of Education. I work in the classroom as an Educational Resource Facilitator with children with Autism. I have 13 years of practical experience working with children, specializing in Autism. I am an honors graduate from Humber College of the Child and Youth Worker program. I started doing in home Intensive Behavioural Intervention 6 years ago. I am currently doing private Behavioural Intervention, as I recognized challenges parents are faced with after school and the results they achieve with in home therapy. My goal is to give the parents of children with Autism the tools and strategies needed to make life in the home more manageable. The in home consulting includes support for readiness skills, fine and gross motor skills, language skills, self help skills, play and social communication skills and negative behaviours. My experience has given me the practical skills to assess and adopt strategies. These strategies not only provide results for children with Autism, but also give the parents the tool set and education to improve their quality of life. If you are in need of in home support, I am here to assist. Please contact me if you are interested in a free home assessment and interview. Qualified references available upon request. Best wishes, Natasha Despres
North Shore Disability Resource Centre Association 3158 Mountain Highway North Vancouver, BC V7K 2H5 Telephone : 604-985-5371 E-mail : nsdrc@nsdrc.org Website : nsdrc.dreamhosters.com	Provides the following programs: (1) Infant Development Program for developmentally-delayed children under three. (2) Special Services to Children program for children ages 5-18. Child participates fun, skill-building activities with a one-on-one worker. Hours of service range from 5 to 20 hours per week with an average of 5 hours per week. (3) Teen and Pre-Teen Social Program for youth ages 9-18. Program takes place on Saturday afternoons. Participants plan and take part in recreational activities and community outings and build social and life skills. (4) Adult Life Skills program for adults 19 and over. Participants choose a variety of life skills to learn at home or in community settings, assisted by a worker selected by the participant and their family or support network. Contracts range from 3 to 20 hours per week with an average of 4 hours per week. (5) STAGE program, a transitional program for individuals who have graduated from high school and wish to build skills for employment. STAGE is suited for those that wish to further their independence through community based activities and do not require one to one assistance. (6) Summer Program pairs children/youth with special needs with compatible Recreation Assistants who will provide one-to-one support in integrated, leisure/recreational summer camps and programs in the community. Program is for individuals between the ages of 3 and 19.
Nova's Ark 7505 Cedarbrook Trail Brooklin, ON L1M 1L0 Telephone : 905-655-3381 E-mail : novasark@sympatico.ca Website : www.novasark.ca	Nova’s Ark is a registered charity that connects children and youth with ASD with trained youth mentors and exotic/farm therapy animals to help develop social and communication skills. Provides 7 full weeks of summer programs. There is also year round Sunday programs available. Nova’s Ark also provides group/motivational presentations through private bookings.
Ontario Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Centre (Ontario HBOT) 136B Cartwright Ave. Toronto, ON M6A 1V2 Telephone : 416-789-4268 E-mail : info@ontariohbot.ca Website : http://www.ontariohbot.ca	At Ontario Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Centre (Ontario HBOT), our goal is to provide a unique and united centre, dedicated to the care and treatment of those individuals affected by autism and/or other congenital and neurological disorders. Imagine being able to use in combination or use independently the following treatment options: complementary medicine along with hyperbaric oxygen therapy: all in one location. At Ontario HBOT, we understand the importance of sharing knowledge, respect the investment and dedication of the families. We believe a successful treatment plan is developed when the family and professionals work together, uniting knowledge, experience and training.
Open Access Resource Centre 316 Tache Ave Winnipeg, MB R2H 2A4 Telephone : 204-949-2430 E-mail : oarc@oarc.ca Website : www.oarc.ca	The Open Access Resource Centre (OARC) is a charitable orgainzation dedicated to enriching the lives of Manitobans with challenges in communication through the use of speech-generating devices. The Centre provides information on the types and functions of various devices, and operates an extensive equipment loan program. The Equipment Loan Program is the core project of the Open Access Resource Centre. The Loan Program gives people with impairments in communication, their families and their service providers, the opportunity to borrow a speech-generating device for a ten-week trial to assess the everyday usefulness and appropriateness of the device. We are a unique program as: • there is no charge or fee for loan, tech-support, or training • there is no age limit for using the Centre’s resources meaning individuals do not lose support when they reach the age of majority, move to a different setting, or experience a change in diagnosis or disability • a referral is not required. Most commonly our services are accessed through speech language pathologists. As 80% of our loans are to youth under 18, most speech language pathologists are accessed via the school system. The balance accesses our service through other complimentary organizations or associations, clinicians or family members advocating for the person with the communication impairment.
PAL (People with Autism Learning Toronto, ON 416 618 Telephone : 416-618-5482 E-mail : Pal_Lifeskills@hotmail.com	P.A.L. social skill classes have been designed to help your child develop and improve their social interaction. Through the use of ABA techniques, social stories and scripted play P.A.L consultants will work with each child’s individual needs in a small educational setting. Your child will receive the opportunity to train with Special Education Teachers, ABA therapists and Child Youth Workers to improve their ability to interact with both their peers and in the community. PAL also does one to one tutoring and Respite! Call for any inquiries 416 618 5482
Phoenix Academy of Learning Society 2409 East Pender Street Vancouver, BC V5K 2B2 Telephone : 604-251-7257 E-mail : info@phoenixacademy.ca Website : www.phoenixacademy.ca	The mission of the Phoenix Academy of Learning Society (PALS) is to provide individualized educational programs for children/adolescents with autism spectrum disorders and other complex developmental disabilities. PALS employs the most effective, scientifically validated instruction to maximize the development of each student's communication and language, social, academic and life/independence skills.
Provincial Autism Centre 1456 Brenton St Halifax, NS B3J 2K7 Telephone : 902-446-4995 E-mail : info@provincialautismcentre.ca Website : www.provincialautismcentre.ca	Provides summer day camp for children ages 6-14, vocational training and support program, teen and adult social programs and recreational programs.
SCE Lifeworks 227-530 Century St Winnipeg, MB R3H 0Y4 Telephone : 204-775-9402 E-mail : info@lifeworks.mb.ca Website : www.lifeworks.mb.ca	Offers Supported Employment Program - Participants are placed and trained in a job in the community for a 52 week period. Upon completion of the program, it is expected that the participant will be employed. One-to-one support is available if required. Also have summer program for individuals in high school (ages 16-21), where participants work 5 to 6 hours per day in a work training program. Helps foster work-related skills and independence.
Scott Children & Youth Services Mississauga, ON Telephone : 647-206-6828 E-mail : scottcys@hotmail.com	Scott Children & Youh Services - SCYS provides various programs and services to children, youths & adults. We provide ABA/IBI program implementation, supervision, program planning/behaviour management plans, life skills, social & play skills, respite care, school inclusion/day care shadowing, speech & occupational therapy, family outreach - counseling services, job coaching for teens & adults, March Break & summer camps! and a sports club.
SKILLS Society 203-10408 124 St Edmonton, AB T5N 1R5 Telephone : 780-496-9686 E-mail : admin@skillsedm.com Website : www.skillsedm.com	SKILLS provides community-based and residential supports to people with developmental disabilties and their families.
Society for Treatment of Autism 404 94th Avenue S. E. Calgary, AB T2J 0E8 Telephone : 403-253-2291 E-mail : atsc@autism.ca Website : www.sta-ab.com	Offers early intervention program for children 2 1/2 to 6. Runs 12 months a year Mon-Fri. Transition program for children ages 2-7 who qualify for specialized services as outlined in Family Support for Children with Disabilities Act. Residential program for children ages 6-18. Includes individualized treatment implemented by behaviour interventionist. Residents participate in a day program, and in the summer attend the Society's summer day camp. Also offer fee for service behaviour intervention, SLP and OT services.
Sunshine Learning Centre Inc. 5240 Main Street South Uxbridge, ON L9P 1R4 Telephone : 905-550-3308 E-mail : info@sunshinelearningcentre.com Website : www.sunshinelearningcentre.com	We at Sunshine Learning Centre Inc. are committed to providing a warm and nurturing environment in which your unique child can learn and grow. We offer IBI therapy, respite care programs, tutoring services, as well as a life skills programs specifically designed for teenagers and young adults.
The Miriam Foundation 8160 Chemin Royden Mont Royal, PQ H4P 2T2 Telephone : 514-345-1300 E-mail : info@miriamfoundation.ca Website : www.miriamfoundation.ca	Supports rehabilitative, vocational and residential services and programs that foster increased socialization and community integration for children and adults living with intellectual disabilities and Autism Spectrum Disorders.
Track 3 4, 61 Advance Rd Etobicoke, ON M8Z 2S6 Telephone : 416-233-3872 E-mail : track3@track3.org Website : www.track3.org	Provides volunteer downhill ski and snowboard instruction for children with disabilities. Operates at ski schools in Collingwood, Markdale, Caledon, Etobicoke, Milton, Orangeville, Batawa, Devils Glen, Kirby, Uplands, Kimberley, Moonstone, North York.
Treatment by Design home of P.A.L (People with Autism Learning) since 2002 Access Point 3079 Danforth Ave Toronto, ON M1L 1A8 Telephone : 647-237-8139 E-mail : pal_lifeskills@hotmail.com Website : www.treatmentbydesign.com	About: P.A.L. People with Autism Learning – Programs/Services Treatment by Design is a specialized social, life, and communication skill building center; we support children, youth and young adults with autism whom range in age and ability. Our programs focus on each individual’s strengths to improve positive self-esteem through success. Training takes place on an individual basis or in a small group setting. We possess: a true passion and love for our job, qualifications and knowledge in the areas of the education system, ABA and early intervention, a strong belief in a positive noninvasive approach, and a thorough understanding of the implementation of individual programming that focus on each individual’s strengths We provide: small educational group setting, 3:1 ratio, individual programing based on the principals of ABA, highly qualified staff, regular review and update of individualized programs, and the opportunity for your child to develop and improve their social interaction made possible by a devoted staff whom embrace the principle of individualization. Our Approach We provide a therapeutic approach to specialized programs for children, youth, and young adults with autism. We provide the opportunity to build on individual strengths, ability and interests. With our positive approach self-esteem improves while we foster independence and social relationships with others. Individual goals are based on functionality, relevance to everyday learning, and family needs. Our highly qualified and dedicated staff focuses on providing intensive support services across four domains: Communication, Social/ Interpersonal, Daily Life Skills and Behaviour Management/Emotional Regulation. All programs are instructional by design to assist each individual take important strides in their lives. All P.A.L. (People with Autism Learning) Programs and Services run for 1 hour sessions in six week blocks. Who: Children with Autism When: September 22nd - October 27th 2011 Place: Scarborough Location (Access Alliance) 3090 Danforth Ave. Time: Evenings, Weekends, & summer Child to Staff Ratio 3:1 Price: $150.00 for six weeks Respite Funding & Special Services at Home excepted as payment Social Skills Classes Social Skills classes have been developed to help your child develop and improve their social interaction. Through the use of ABA techniques, social stories, and scripted play. Consultants will work with each individuals needs in a small educational setting. Your child will have the opportunity to train with a Special Education Teacher, ABA therapist, and Child and Youth Worker to improve their ability to interact with both their peers and in the community. . School Readiness/Play Based Learning We focus on providing an intensive life skills/educational program implementing the Ministry of Education Curriculum, Through the use of ABA techniques, social stories, visuals and scripted play consultants will work with your child in a small educational setting. Our school based program is designed and implemented by a special education teacher, child and youth worker and ABA therapist who all have worked for the school board in the classroom setting for over 10 years. Our experience and knowledge of school based curriculum as well as policies and procedures allow for our program to prepare our students for a larger classroom setting. We focus on nurturing the strengths and abilities of visually-motivated and/or hands-on learners in the areas of Communication, Social/ Interpersonal, Daily Life Skills and Behaviour Management/Emotional Regulation. We implement fun and interactive educational curriculum during Circle Time. Calendar, weather, songs/finger poems as well as letter & numeral recognition allow for learning to take place through individual and group interaction. Structured Activity Rotation allows for teacher directed or independent learning. Coming Soon!!! Art Therapy Art therapy can stimulate the mind of visually-motivated and/or hands-on learners. Participants will have the opportunity to use a variety of techniques and materials to assist in self-expression. Small group sessions allow for participants to express and bring feelings out. By nurturing the strengths and abilities of participants communication and artistic ability can be improved. This noninvasive approach is a positive way to assist in self-expression on one’s own terms in a safe environment with a highly qualified certified art therapist and clinical director. At the end of the six week session we will hold an art gallery displaying the art work of our participants. Drama Treatment by Design provides a program which is geared to provide a modified creative outlet to meet the unique needs of visually-motivated and/or hands-on learners. Participants will have the opportunity to be involved in a wide range of creative expression through the involvement of movement, storytelling, drama and dance. For Inquiries or Registration Please Call Shellie 647 237 8139 or Faye 416 618 5482 www.treatmentbydesign.com www.autism.net under respite services
Two Tuttle's Service Dog Supplies 842 Broadway Ave Welland, ON L3C 5M8 Telephone : 905-734-7034 E-mail : tina-wayne@twotuttles.com Website : www.ServiceDogHouse.com	Two Tuttle's Service Dog Supplies found at www.ServiceDogHouse.com is dedicated to offering quality products and services for people who live and work with a Service Dog. We have a wide range of equipment and accessories for families who have an Autism Dog. You will also find a variety of Autism Awarenss products and resources. Two Tuttle's Service Dog Supplies activily promotes and volunteers to help families raise much needed funds to purchase an Autism Dog. If you need help with your next Autism Dog fund raiser, please contact us and tell us how we can help.
Woodview Children's Mental Health and Autism Services Woodview Main Office 69 Flatt Rd. Burlington, ON L7R 3X5 Burlington, ON Telephone : 905-689-4727 E-mail : wcc@woodview.ca Website : http://www.woodview.ca/	Offers ABA-based intervention services, social skills and life skills groups, transition to high school program, day camps, transition to adulthood program, vocational program, supported independent living, social and recreational programs

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