We are excited to invite you to NeuroNights at Cabin Brewing on April 22nd. NeuroNights is a sensory friendly experience for all folks who could benefit from a night out in a calm space. 

Event Details: 

Date: April 22, 2024

Time: 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Location: Cabin Brewing Company, 505 36 Ave SE

Who Should Attend:

Whether you’re neurodivergent yourself, a family member, a friend, or someone simply interested in a night out in a sensory friendly environment, NeuroNights is for you.

How We Cater to Your Sensory Needs: 

We understand that sensory sensitivities vary among individuals. To ensure that everyone feels comfortable and accommodated at NeuroNights, we have tailored the event to meet your sensory needs. Here’s what you can expect:

• 1. Reduced/Dimmed Lighting: We’ll provide a soothing and comfortable atmosphere with reduced lighting to make you feel at ease.
• 2. Reduced Speaker Volume: The event will feature adjusted speaker volumes to prevent any discomfort caused by loud sounds.
• 3. Condensed Food and Drink Menu: Our menu will be available in both visual and written versions, making it easier for you to choose your preferences.
• 4. Regulation Area: We’ve set up a dedicated area with headphones, fidgets, and visuals to help you regulate and relax if needed.
• 5. Plastic Straws: Say goodbye to sensory nightmares with plastic straws available to ensure a hassle-free drinking experience.
• 6. Washroom Options: In our washroom facilities, you’ll find both paper towels and hand dryer options, allowing you to choose what suits your sensory preferences best.
• 7. Limited number of folks in the venue. It will only be filled up to 2/3rds of its space capacity.
  

Please note that this event is exclusively for individuals aged 18 and above.

Join us at NeuroNights for a wonderful evening of connection! Visit www.neuronights.com and follow us on instagram @neuronightsyyc to stay up to date with future NeuroNights! 

Each year the Huus Family, in partnership with Children’s Health Foundation of Vancouver Island (formerly Queen Alexandra Foundation for Children) and generous donors, award bursaries to support the education of students with disabilities.

The purpose of the fund is to provide bursaries, in the range of $500 – $5,000 annually per recipient, to assist persons with disabilities to undertake or continue their post-secondary education at an accredited post-secondary institution in British Columbia and Alberta. Bursaries may be used for items such as tuition fees, textbooks, equipment, transportation, residence and support worker costs.

The bursary was established in 1988 by the family of Lisa Pauline Huus, a sociology student at the University of Victoria. “Lisa fought for her rights to go to university and be treated just like any other student,” says her mother Annie Huus. “We established this fund so that students with physical challenges like Lisa can access much needed financial support to pursue their educational dreams.”

If you know an individual with a disability, who is looking to begin or continue their post-secondary education and could benefit from financial support, we encourage you to share this information with them. Please visit https://islandkidsfirst.com/lisa-huus-bursary/ for more information on the story behind the Lisa Huus Bursary, eligibility requirements and the application process. Additionally, you can email bursaries@islandkidsfirst.com or call 236.470.2137 to speak to one of our staff about this opportunity.

The deadline for applications is May 31, 2024. 

We are doing an important study to learn more about the injury, concussion, and participation experiences of individuals taking part in the Adapted or Para Sport and Recreation Program(s) around the world.

The survey will ask about:

1. A little bit about you –  this helps us to learn who may be at risk of getting injured or a concussion.
2. Your sport and recreation participation – this helps us understand how much physical activity you do.
3. Your experience with injuries and concussions, or maybe you have never had a concussion – this helps us to understand how injuries and concussions happen or who is at risk. This information could help to prevent injuries and concussions from happening in the future. 

The survey will take roughly 15-40 minutes to complete depending on the number of sports and recreational activities you do and the number of injuries or concussions you’ve experienced. 

How can you help?

1. If you fit within the eligibility criteria, please review the additional information about the study and complete the survey here.
2. Please share this with your friends and other members within your organization/network.

This study has been approved by the University of Calgary Conjoint Health Research Ethics Board (REB21-0781).

Your participation in this research is very much appreciated and we thank you for your time. If you have any questions or concerns regarding this study please contact our Research Coordinator: Leticia Janzen at cah.research@ucalgary.ca or 403.955.5736. Please do not hesitate to reach out.

Calgary Adapted Hub powered by Jumpstart is thrilled to offer this free training opportunity in partnership with INclusion INcorporated.
This presentation will introduce your team to diversity and inclusion as a starting point to the diversity and inclusion journey. We begin by exploring why this work needs to be undertaken, explore definitions for key terms, frame the idea of the diversity and inclusion journey and provide context about what leaders need to be thinking about and planning for.

April 16, 2024 from 11:30am – 1:30pm MST
On Zoom

Facilitated by Sarah Gallsworthy.  Sarah is on a journey to share the power of movement, health and quality programming. Growing up in British Columbia she learned early about the value of active, healthy living. As part of the LGBTQI2S community, Sarah also understands that barriers to programs and spaces can limit potential. She is an advocate for awareness and inclusion to help others find a sense of belonging and acceptance. Sarah left the healthcare sector with a passion for teaching others. She is currently a professor in both the Fitness Health Promotion and Recreation Programs at Seneca College, in Ontario, a learning facilitator for the Coaching Association of Ontario, a Physical Literacy master learning facilitator with Sport for Life, and a master trainer with High Five. As a sport and recreation consultant, Sarah has been a part of many Provincial, Territorial and National initiatives that support physical literacy, child development and quality engagement. When not working, you can likely find Sarah keeping active at her local park in her most important role of mom to young daughter Ayla, whilst tossing a frisbee ( that will never be returned) to Great Dane, Hamilton.

RESEARCH PARTICIPANTS NEEDED

Healthcare experiences of parents/caregivers and children and youth who are racialized or a Black, Indigenous, and/or Person of Colour (BIPOC) with a disability/ies

Are you:

• 12-24 years of age, living in Canada and self-identify as 1) racialized, Black, Indigenous, person of colour (BIPOC), and/or visible minority and 2) have a disability/ies

OR

• A parent, guardian, or caregiver of a child or youth with a disability who self-identifies as racialized, Black, Indigenous, person of colour, (BIPOC), and/or visible minority

If you answered yes to one of the above noted questions, you are invited to volunteer in this study that is trying to understand how racialized families with disabilities navigate the Canadian healthcare system.

We are looking for 18 pairs of children/youth and their parents to participate.

As a parent/caregiver-child pair, you will be asked to each individually complete an interview about your experiences while seeking care within the Canadian healthcare system and your interactions with healthcare professionals. Both parents/caregivers and children will also be asked to complete a poetry art activity about these experiences. This can be done together or separately.

Your participation will involve the completion of a 10-minute online demographic questionnaire and one 30-90 minute interview with a research staff. The interview may be virtual through the videoconferencing platform, Zoom or in-person at Toronto Metropolitan University, depending on your preference. The interview will be recorded. Either separately or together, parents and children will also be asked to complete a poetry art activity on your own time with the help of the research team, which may take between 2-4 hours of your time.

In appreciation of your time, you will each receive a $50 electronic gift card. If you attend the interview in-person, cash for transit, gas and/or parking costs will be provided in addition to the $50 e-gift card.


If you are interested in participating in this study or for more information please contact:
Alyssa Neville, Research Coordinator, School of Early Childhood Studies

alyssa.neville@torontomu.ca

RESEARCH PARTICIPANTS NEEDED

Healthcare workers or health policy makers who have experience working with or on health policy topics related to parents/caregivers and children/youth who are racialized or Black, Indigenous, and/or People of Colour (BIPOC) with a disability/ies

Are You:

• A designated healthcare professional (e.g., nurse, nurse practitioner, physician, social worker, occupational or physical therapist, etc.) working in Canada who has experience working with racialized or BIPOC children/youth with disabilities in a pediatric healthcare setting

OR

• A health policy maker working in Canada who has experience working in pediatric health policy within the Canadian healthcare system and knowledge on racialized children/youth with disabilities
  

If you answered yes to one of the above noted questions, you are invited to volunteer in this study that is trying to understand how racialized youth and families with disabilities navigate the Canadian healthcare system. We are looking for 12 healthcare providers and 12 health policy makers to participate.

As a healthcare professional or health policy maker, you will be asked to complete an interview about your experiences working in the Canadian healthcare system with racialized children/youth with disabilities and/or in related health policy.

Your participation will involve the completion of a 10-minute online demographic questionnaire and one 30-90 minute interview with a research staff. The interview may be virtual through the videoconferencing platform, Zoom or in-person at Toronto Metropolitan University, depending on your preference. The interview will be recorded.

In appreciation of your time, you will receive a $50 electronic gift card. If you attend the interview in- person, cash for transit, gas and/or parking costs will be provided in addition to the $50 e-gift card.

If you are interested in participating in this study or for more information please contact:
Alyssa Neville, Research Coordinator, School of Early Childhood Studies

alyssa.neville@torontomu.ca

Music Video Moves

Thursdays – 1-2:30 PM (1.5 hours)
The DJD Dance Centre – Studio 3
April 11 – May 30 (8 Weeks)
Cost: $160.00

Get ready to groove and move in Music Video Moves!

In this exciting dance class, you will learn iconic moves and choreography inspired by the hottest music videos. From pop to hip-hop, From the Backstreet Boys to Lady Gaga and Taylor Swift to NSync, we will break down the moves for you to unleash your inner superstar.

Celebration: Dance Party 3.0

Tuesdays – 1-3 PM (2 hours)
The DJD Dance Centre – Studio 3
April 8 – May 28 (8 Weeks)
Cost: $200.00

Who likes to party? Come join us in celebration of movement and community! In this 2-hour class, you will learn social and partner dances, freestyle, hip-hop party moves and personal expression.  
 
Each two-hour session will include: 

• Movement 
• Visual Art exploration 
• Connection and socialization 
• Breaks  
• Dancers will design their own wearable item to express their unique style!

At the end of the session, we will celebrate with a themed dance party on May 28!  

Every Wednesday from 10 AM to 12 PM, come be a part of our weekly social hour! It’s open to everyone but designed with a special focus on inclusion for persons with disabilities. Join in for a good time and great company!