Education & Participation

Life is all about participation!

TVCC offers a range of participation programs, including camps and activities, to help clients and families be their best. 
See a full listing of Participation Programs or Calendar view.

Various educational opportunities are also offered through TVCC for caregivers and community members. These range from information sessions to hands-on “how to…” workshops.
See a listing of our Education Programs or Calendar view.

In addition to our scheduled workshops/education sessions, we have created eLearning modules to enjoy wherever you want and fully at your own pace. 

See a listing of our eLearning Modules

Upcoming Education & Participation

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Parents Talking Across the Spectrum

(Virtual, Jan 14-June 11) During this guided discussion, we focus on autism and behavioural strategies and provide helpful resources to parents of children with autism.
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Paperwork & Funding - General Information

(Virtual, Feb-Nov dates) Do you know what financial resources are available for your child or youth with a disability? Do you have funding paperwork that you need to complete for your child or youth with a disability?
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Paperwork & Funding - Transitioning to Adulthood

(Virtual, quarterly dates until Dec 2025) Do you know what financial resources are available for your youth with a disability transitioning to adulthood?
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Caregivers Connecting: Caregivers of Children/Youth

(In-Person, 3rd Tues each month until Aug) Caregivers and parents, of TVCC clients ages, with disabilities can share their experiences, information, challenges, successes and strategies, or just hang out and drink some coffee!
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Talking Autism Together Series (Monthly topics)

(Virtual, May 28) "Summertime Social Skills" and "Exploring Food". Each session is facilitated by a Family & Community Consultant and will focus on a specific topic, offering practical advice and a space to share experiences and strategies.
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FCRR Volunteers at the event.

Learn to Volunteer with Forest City Road Races

(June 2 & 8) Join Horizons for a one hour "Learn To Volunteer" virtual workshop followed by an in-person community volunteering opportunity at the Forest City Road Races. 
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June Movie Nights (12 yrs+)

(In-person, June 3, 16, 24) Across 3 dates clients will have the opportunity to enjoy popular films, socialize, and build lasting connections in an inclusive and accessible environment. Each evening will feature a carefully selected, age-appropriate movie, along with light snacks and time to socialize as facilitated by the TVCC Youth team.
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Quiet Swim (2-6 yrs)

(In-person, Tues, June 3-24) This program is designed to provide a calm, low stimulation environment to allow children to become comfortable in the water with the support of a parent/caregiver. This program is unstructured and child led, and facilitated by a Recreation Therapist to support early transitions and comfort in the water.
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Jumping Jellyfish (3-5 yrs)

(In-person, Tues, June 3-24) Children, will explore readiness and basic swim skills including group songs, safe participation, pool entry/exits, floatation and specialized equipment.
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Sensory 101 Parent Education

(Virtual, Jun 3) An introduction to what the sensory systems are and how they work. The goal is to understand your child better. This understanding will assist families in developing strategies to help make life easier.
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Wild Child Try-it (6 m-5 yrs)

(In-person, Jun 4) At Wild Child, we will head into the woods to play and explore in a natural setting. We will be touching and observing different plants and insects and exploring the natural environment.
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Adaptive Multi-Sport Jr & Sr (5-9 yrs & 10 yrs +)

(In-person, Weds, June 4-25) TVCC clients, who use mobility aids and/or have unique physical needs can join us for this open-gym series to try new sports and physical activities, including adapted sport opportunities. Each week will feature a new sport to try out!
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