Events & Education

Employment Skills Help Desk

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

The Ability Hub - #300, 3820 24 Ave NW, Calgary, AB 

An opportunity for Autistic individuals to connect one-on-one with experienced professionals who understand neurodiversity, and will help attendees identify strengths, interests and potential career paths. 45-minute appointments with an Employment Coach will be offered on October 7 and October 21.

For more information, or to schedule a 45-minute appointment on October 7 or 21, visit Employment Skills Help Desk, or call 403-210-5000.

Social Communication: Drop-In Workshops

5:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Online - Sinneave Connects

These weekly sessions are designed to provide Autistic or neurodivergent individuals with opportunities to learn and practice essential social communication skills in a safe and welcoming setting. Each session covers a different aspect of social communication, providing information, as well as tips and strategies to help in day-to-day social situations. Participants can attend all workshops or only those that interest them the most. Sessions include:

• Strategies for Entering Conversations & Finding Common Interests – October 7
• Strategies for Exiting Conversations – October 15
• Pro-tips for Social Communication – October 21
• Strategies for Using Electronic Communication – October 28

For more information or to register for a session, visit Communication Drop-In Workshops on the Sinneave Family Foundation Events page.

Building Your Toolbox & Supporting the Transition to Employment

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

The Ability Hub - #300, 3820 24 Ave NW, Calgary, AB

This workshop series will introduce parents or caregivers of Autistic or neurodivergent youth to The Sinneave Family Foundation’s Family Work Readiness Toolkit (FWRT). This is a practical, strengths-based resource designed to help youth explore their interests, skills, values, and preferred work environments. Parents/caregivers will learn how to use the toolkit to guide supportive conversations, set goals, and take meaningful action toward employment success. Sessions will be held on October 8 (Pick a Suitable Workplace), and October 22 (Define Success at Work).  

For more information or to register, visit the Sinneave Family Foundation website, email info@sinneavefoundation.org, or call 403-210-5000.

Parents/Teens Talk Transition - Workshop Series

10:00 AM - Noon

Alberta Children's Hospital - 28 Oki Drive NW, Calgary, AB

This peer led workshop runs for 2 consecutive Saturday mornings starting on October 18/2025 and ending on October 25/2025. It is designed to help parents/caregivers prepare their youth (ages 14-19) for the transition to adult healthcare & services. We offer a simultaneous peer-facilitated workshop for teens, to help them learn to manage their chronic health condition in a supportive, fun environment with their peers.

For more information or to register, call 403-955-7252 or email wellonyourway@ahs.ca.

EmploymentWorks

In-person or Online

EmploymentWorks is a proven program that offers employment preparedness training and support, combined with job sampling and hands-on experience to autistic adults and persons with disabilities. The program is designed for individuals who want to enter or return to the workforce, and who are willing to develop and practice the skills needed to support employment success. The program is currently offered in two formats: In-Person or Online.

To register for or learn more about the EmploymentWorks program, check out their website, or call 1-888-733-7976.

Transition to Adulthood - Information Videos

Transition to Adulthood Videos

The Transition Team at Easter Seals AB provides guidance and support for families caring for youth with disabilities who are transitioning into adulthood. The videos on their webpage provide useful information about PDD (Persons with Developmental Disabilities), AISH (Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped), Guardianship & Trusteeship. These videos are offered to help families feel less stressed and more confident as their children with disabilities enter adulthood.

For more information about transitioning to adulthood for youth with disabilities, visit the Easter Seals AB website or call them at 403-235-5662.