Groups and Programs
Friendship Foundations
Who: Friendship Foundations is a 6-week introductory social group for kids aged 6-9 to learn how to be part of a group.
What: Friendship Foundations is designed for children who are developing the foundational skills needed to successfully participate in small-group learning and peer activities. Through games, creative activities, and cooperative play, participants will practice following group routines, participating in shared activities, building self-regulation skills, and increasing flexibility in a safe and supportive environment.
Additionally, across all activities, participants have opportunities to practice important group and friendship skills, including:
- Sharing materials and space with others
- Transitioning between activities
- Coping with winning and losing
- Communicating and interacting with peers
- Participating in cooperative activities
- Managing changes and unexpected situations
When: September 12, 19, 26, October 3, 17, 24 from 1- 4 pm Register by September 1st, 2026
*Developed and overseen by a Registered Behaviour Analyst.
Cost: $1260
This is a fee-based group program, payable, with full payment collected upfront to reserve your child’s spot. Individual invoices are finalized at the end of each session. Please note that missed sessions are not refundable, transferable, or eligible for makeup sessions.
Families are responsible for reviewing their OAP funding and other extended health benefits coverage to determine whether this service may be eligible for reimbursement. Coverage varies between providers and plans, and participation in Friendship Explorers does not guarantee reimbursement.
Families are responsible for payment of the program fees regardless of whether their OAP funding or extended health benefits provider approves or reimburses the service. Any questions regarding eligibility, reimbursement requirements, or required documentation should be directed to the family’s OAP Service Coordinator, or insurance provider prior to registration.
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The Next Step Crew! (A Teen Life-Skill Group) Join at any cycle or for all cycles!
Who: This program is designed for neurodiverse youth and teenagers (12-17) who would benefit from learning and practicing daily living skills across structured sessions, and real-life application.
Sessions focus on applying skills in natural contexts such as:
- community outings (e.g., grocery shopping at Fortinos)
- collaborative cooking and recipe planning
- structured group games and shared activities
- reading, conversation, and social thinking tasks
Across all activities, participants practice core skills including:
- waiting and turn-taking
- flexible thinking
- communication and self-advocacy
- cooperation and teamwork
- emotional regulation in real-time situations
What: This rolling-cycle program allows for families to choose which block to participate in. Families may also sign up to participate in all of the focused skill blocks. Between each block is a consolidation week, whereby skills are encouraged to be practiced at home and in the participant’s natural environment.
When:
September 12, 19, 26, October 3, 17, 24 - 9 am- 12 pm ($1260) Register by September 1st, 2026
November 7, 14, 21, 28, December 5, 12 - 9 am- 12 pm ($1260) Register by October 25th, 2026
This is a fee-based group program, payable, with full payment collected upfront to reserve your child’s spot. Individual invoices are finalized at the end of each session. Please note that missed sessions are not refundable, transferable, or eligible for makeup sessions.
Families are responsible for reviewing their OAP funding and other extended health benefits coverage to determine whether this service may be eligible for reimbursement. Coverage varies between providers and plans, and participation in The Next Step Collective does not guarantee reimbursement.
Families are responsible for payment of the program fees regardless of whether their OAP funding or extended health benefits provider approves or reimburses the service. Any questions regarding eligibility, reimbursement requirements, or required documentation should be directed to the family’s OAP Service Coordinator, or insurance provider prior to registration.
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Feelings & Friends Club at Canoe – Burlington
A supportive, engaging space where children can build emotional awareness, confidence, and social skills.
Through guided activities, children will learn how to better understand their feelings, strengthen friendships, and navigate everyday challenges with greater ease.
Led by a Registered Occupational Therapist
One-day group dates:
July 8, 2026 | 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
August 12, 2026 | 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
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Does your child thrive with structure but find changes challenging? Do they enjoy peers but need support joining in or keeping conversations going? Do they have unique strengths but benefit from help expressing emotions or needs?
If so, they may be a great fit for our camp. A supportive, engaging space to build social skills, confidence, and connection while having fun for children ages 5 to 7.
2 WEEKS AVAILABLE
START AT
JULY 13TH – 17TH OR
AUGUST 10TH – 14TH
9:00 AM TO 3:00 PM
LOCATION: CANOE THERAPY BURLINGTON, 3455 FAIRVIEW ST
SUPERVISED BY A REGISTERED BEHAVIOURAL ANALYST
$1,350
Play, Learn, Thrive: Parent & Tot Program
Join our supportive Parent & Tot Program, designed to help young children build essential life skills while empowering parents with practical, evidence-based strategies.
This group is guided by the principles of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) and supervised by a Registered Behaviour Analyst (RBA). Together, we focus on nurturing early development in a fun, naturalistic environment.
Through structured play and everyday routines, parents will learn how to:
• Encourage and expand their child’s communication skills
• Support the development of independence and self-help abilities
• Foster positive social interactions and early peer engagement
Caregivers are active participants in every session, receiving in-the-moment support, real-time feedback, and guided hands-on practice. This allows caregivers to build confidence as they learn and apply strategies directly with their child.
Our goal is to strengthen parent-child connections while supporting meaningful, lasting growth, both in session and at home.
Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers, this program offers a warm, inclusive space where both children and parents can learn, connect, and thrive together.
Ages 2-3 years
Wednesdays June 3rd, 10, 17, 24th (start time 9:30 – 10:30)
1 hour weekly
$90
Burlington Location