News and Events
Are you aware of any upcoming courses, conferences or workshops that might be of interest to parents, teachers or therapist? Would you like to share information about community programs or services that you found helpful? Please send us an email with information about the educational event and we will include it on our website. Please include links, brochures and/or registration forms when possible.
Camelot Centre, 4223 Spruce Avenue, Burlington
http://camelotcentre.com/
Contact: Bonnie Sylvia, 905-632-2396 or bsylvia@cogeco.ca
Available to adults with an intellectual disability with a moderate to high level of independence (over the age of 20)
The program focuses on the basics of learning and learning disabilities, an exploration of study skills and tips for success. Designed specifically for students in grades 6 to 12 as they begin preparing and adapting to the choices and challenges of high school – building self-awareness, how to express ideas and follow directions, and become a self-advocate in the learning process. See link for more details: https://ldahalton.ca/transition-skills/?utm_source=LDAH+Newsletter+and+Notifications&utm_campaign=dccaf17d45-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2016_11_22_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_dad69c7739-dccaf17d45-335896505
Dynamic Core for Kids Part One:Treating Core Stability in Children with Challenges
September 21-22, 2019 @ APTA Montana/Wyoming
October 18-19, 2019 @ Fraser Valley Child Development Centre
Therapists document challenges with core stability in the majority of children who are experiencing motor challenges, regardless of diagnosis: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Cerebral Palsy (CP), Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD), hypotonia, etc. Join us for an exciting 2-day course that integrates current theory and practice in pediatric treatment with a systems approach that is anchored in a neuromuscular model of core recruitment, using breathing as an access point for all children. Practical application of the information will primarily address children over 2 years of age. See http://heartspacept.com/workshops/ for more information.
NILD Canada: Free Information Webinar
Find out how you can train as an NILD Educational Therapist and make a difference in the life of a child.
Monday, May 13, 2019 at 8:00pm
Email info@nildcanada.org to reserve a spot and to receive the OmniJoin link.
Vital Links
Core Connections Webinar, May 1, 2019
Core Connections: Exploring the Core's Developmental Roots
Online Webinar, April 27-28, 2019
Therapeutic Listening: Listening with the whole body
Treatment and Management of Personality Disorders: The Challenge of the Hidden Agenda
April 15-16, 2019 @ Oakville, ON
http://www.jackhirose.com/upcoming-workshops/
HDSB, A Comprehensive Educational Approach for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and Related Developmental Disabilities with Barry Prizant
April 17-18, 2019 @ Burlington Convention Centre
https://www.hdsb.ca/our-board/Pages/HDSB-SCERTS-Workshop.aspx
Children's Treatment Network - Special Needs Information Fair
Saturday, April 27, 2019 from 1-4pm at Magna Centre, Mulock Dr., Newmarket
The purpose of the fair is to provide valuable community information to families of children with special needs ages 0-21.
'Feeding Therapy: It's not just about swallowing' with Case studies and Problem Solving
April 25-26, 2019 @ Fergus, ON presented by Kids Can Shine. Registration deadline is February 1, 2019. For more information, see https://kidscanshine.com/pages/upcoming-courses
OSOT Professional Development with Debra Kennedy
Collaboration and Coaching: Tools for School-Based Occupational Therapists
April 30, 2019 @ Holiday Inn Oakville Centre 8am-4:30pm
https://www.osot.on.ca/OSOT/Events/Event_Display.aspx?EventKey=SBCC
The Toronto Educator's Conference
**For Calgary and Saskatoon Educator's Conference, please see website**
Brain-Based Learning, Behavioural Challenges & Student Mental Health
April 30-May 2, 2019 @ Sheraton Toronto Airport Hotel & Conference Centre (9:00am - 4:00pm).
For more information, see http://www.jackhirose.com/workshop/toronto-educators-conference/
Butterfly Paediatric Therapy, Feeding Workshop
May 2, 2019 from 7-9pm
To register, please call 905-206-0300 or email info@butterflytherapy.com
https://butterflytherapy.com/special-programs/
2019 CAPT AGM and Conference
Treating Anxiety Using Play Therapy, Yoga, Meditation and Mindfulness for Children and Families
May 3-5, 2019 @ Niagara Falls, ON
https://cacpt.com/2019-workshops-and-annual-general-meeting-agm/
Seeing the Big Picture: Impacts of Trauma and Stages of Development
Monday, May 6, 2019 8:30-5:00pm @ Bingemans Conference Centre
The Waterloo-Wellington Canadian Mental Health Association, KidsAbility and the Waterloo Region Suicide Prevention Council is very proud to host internationally-renowned speaker and expert Kim Barthel!
What to do after the Meltdown: Practical Strategies for Prevention, Intervention and Instruction
May 6, 2019 @ Ottawa, ON
http://www.jackhirose.com/upcoming-workshops/
INSAR (International Society for Autism Research) 2019 Annual Meeting
May 1-4, 2019 @ Montreal. For more information, see https://www.autism-insar.org/page/2019AnnMtg
High Functioning Autism: Proven and Practical Interventions for Challenging Behaviours in Children and Adolescents
May 6-7, 2019 @ Oakville, ON
http://www.jackhirose.com/upcoming-workshops/
What is it about me you don't like: Practical Classroom Management Strategies to Minimize Challenging Behaviours
May 7, 2019 @ Ottawa, ON
http://www.jackhirose.com/upcoming-workshops/
'Is it Sensory or is it Behaviour? Assessment & Intervention Tools for OT, PT, & SLP's'
May 15-16, 2019 @ Fergus, ON presented by Kids Can Shine. For more information, see https://kidscanshine.com/pages/upcoming-courses
NILD Canada: Rx for Reading
May 23-June 1, Waterloo, ON
Check out for more information https://nildcanada.org/event/rx-for-reading-may-2019/
Together for Adoption & Fostering Canada 2019 Conference
May 24-25, 2019 @ Northside Baptist Church, Waterloo, ON
2-Day Intensive: Dialectical Behaviour Therapy
May 27-28, 2019 @ Oakville, ON
http://www.jackhirose.com/upcoming-workshops/
Introduction to Neuro-Developmental Treatment
May 30-June 1, 2019 @ Child Development Centre of Prince George and District
This 3-day course utilizes a hands-on problem solving model. Typical motor development is presented within a systems perspective with the focus of study highlighting how musculoskeletal alignment contributes to the development of upper extremity function, oral motor function, phonation and functional mobility. The systems framework also assists when examining atypical development of children with motor challenges and how these challenges impact alignment, self-regulation and motor control. For more information, see http://heartspacept.com/events/91/introduction-to-neuro-developmental-treatment/
Butterfly Paediatric Therapy
Butterfly Print Magic
Wednesdays 9:00-10:15 or 10:45-12:00; July 3-August 28, 2018
A magical themed printing group designed for children aged 4-9 years who are demonstrating difficulty with printing skills
https://butterflytherapy.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Butterfly-Print-Magic-2019.pdf
NILD Canada: NILD Educational Therapy Level I, II, III Courses
June 24-July 26, 2019 at Redeemer University, Ancaster, ON
Check out link https://nildcanada.org/event/nild-educational-therapy-level-i-ii-iii-course-ontario/
NILD Canada: Rx for Writing
August 21-24, 2019 at Waterloo, ON
Check out link https://nildcanada.org/event/rx-for-writing-aug-2019/
NILD Canada: Rx for Math
September 26-October 5, 2019 at Waterloo, ON
Check out link https://nildcanada.org/event/rx-4-math-sept-2019/
Dynamic Core for Kids Part One: Treating Core Stability in Children with Challenges
October 18-19, 2019 @ Fraser Valley Child Development Centre, Abbotsford, BC
This 2-day course integrates current theory and practice in pediatric treatment with a systems approach that is anchored in a neuromuscular model of core recruitment, using breathing as an access point for all children. Practical application of the information will primarily address children over 2 years of age.
