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SUMMARY:The Employment Classroom: Writing your resume and cover letter
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in learning more about all the stages of the employment journey and the steps you can take to lead you on a path to success?  \n\n\n\nOur Employment Classroom series of workshops cover many topics related to finding a job and keeping a job\, including employment preparedness\, life skills\, and soft skills for the workplace. \n\n\n\nIn this particular session\, participants will learn: \n\n\n\n\nThe purpose of a resume and cover letter in a job search\n\n\n\nWhat to include in each of these documents\n\n\n\nHow to write a resume and cover letter\, and \n\n\n\nHow to format them so they look great\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWednesday\, May 610:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.In-person at The Ability Hub (300\, 3820 24 Avenue NW) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis workshop combines classroom instruction and time to practice what you’ve learned with support from the facilitators\, if needed. Attendees to these workshops must be able to participate independently. \n\n\n\nPlease note: These classes are limited to 15 attendees. Registration is on a first-come\, first-served basis. *If the course is full\, you will be added to a waitlist. Please do not attend until your registration has been confirmed by our staff. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTo Register:  \n\n\n\nClick the button that says\, Sinneave Connects to access registration through our online hub. If you already have a Sinneave Connects account\, just log in as usual. If you have not registered yet\, it’s free and easy. Just follow the instructions on the Log-in page. \n\n\n\n\n\nSinneave Connects\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout our Facilitators:  \n\n\n\nRyan Elkanah is a late-diagnosed AuDHD adult and professional relationship builder who brings curiosity\, empathy\, and lived experience to every space they enter. Having navigated masking\, burnout\, loss\, and the ongoing work of reclaiming agency\, they approach their work with humility\, intention\, and care. Ryan creates spaces where people can show up fully\, where reflection and authenticity meet courage and growth. Grounded in a neuro-affirming\, trauma-informed\, person-centered\, and strengths-based approach\, they walk alongside others in the lifelong practice of becoming. \n\n\n\nMarcela Montes-Lobos is an EmploymentWorks online facilitator at the Sinneave Family Foundation and is a late-diagnosed Hispanic neurodivergent adult who has embraced her unique diversity as well as her family’s. Having lived experience in language barriers\, as well as other barriers that many neurodivergent folks face in life\, she decided mid-life to return to school\, leaving a career in the airline indjustry and becoming an Addiction and Disability Support Worker. She is passionate about creating safe spaces\, always encouraging participants’ autonomy\, curiosity and empowering them on their journey. \n\n\n\nIf you have questions\, reach out to info@sinneavefoundation.org or call our office at (403) 210-5000. We’re here to help!
URL:https://sinneavefoundation.org/event/the-employment-classroom-writing-your-resume-and-cover-letter/
LOCATION:The Ability Hub\, Suite #300\, 3820 - 24th Avenue NW\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T3B-2X9\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Oral Health Through a Woman's Lens: Sensory-aware\, Accessible\, and Empowered Care
DESCRIPTION:This presentation explores oral health through a woman’s lens\, focusing on the natural changes that occur throughout each stage of life. \n\n\n\nFrom puberty and menstruation to pregnancy\, postpartum\, and menopause\, hormonal fluctuations can significantly impact oral health. Attendees will learn how these shifts can contribute to concerns such as increased gum sensitivity\, inflammation\, bleeding\, dry mouth\, and a higher risk of cavities\, as well as how oral health is closely connected to overall health during these transitions. \n\n\n\nWith a supportive and practical approach\, this session will provide education on how to care for oral health during each life stage in a way that feels realistic and manageable. It will also touch on common challenges women face\, including time constraints\, caregiving roles\, and access to care.  \n\n\n\nThe goal is to empower women with knowledge and confidence\, helping them better understand their bodies\, advocate for their health\, and maintain strong\, healthy smiles through every phase of life. \n\n\n\nThis learning session is brought to you by Autism Edmonton and Home Comfort Hygienist with support from the Sinneave Family Foundation. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWednesday\, May 612:00 – 1:00 p.m. (Mountain Time)Online via Autism Edmonton \n\n\n\nRegistration for this event is via Autism Edmonton’s Eventbrite page. You can register by clicking the button that says “Register.” \n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Presenter \n\n\n\nKyria Elliott is a Registered Dental Hygienist and the founder of Home Comfort Hygienist\, a mobile dental hygiene service dedicated to providing high-quality\, personalized care in the comfort of clients’ homes. Her work is rooted in accessibility\, compassion\, and meeting individuals where they are–especially those who may find traditional dental settings overwhelming or difficult to access. \n\n\n\nKyria has a special interest in supporting neurodivergent individuals and families\, creating a calm\, flexible\, and sensory-aware approach to oral health care. She is passionate about empowering women and caregivers with knowledge\, tools\, and support to make oral health feel achievable and stress-free. Through her work\, she strives to build trust\, reduce barriers\, and create positive\, lasting experiences around dental care.
URL:https://sinneavefoundation.org/event/oral-health-through-a-womans-lens-sensory-aware-accessible-and-empowered-care/
LOCATION:Online via Autism Edmonton Eventbrite
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SUMMARY:Your Time\, Your Way
DESCRIPTION:Each week\, we offer a “third space”—a place separate from home\, work\, or school where there is no obligation to spend money on food or beverages—to members of our community.  \n\n\n\nDrop-in and use our space on Tuesdays\, Wednesdays\, and Thursdays to unwind or recharge—with no pressure to engage in structured activities. We have several rooms available–a quiet lounge\, computer desks\, hang out sofas–you choose. It’s your time to use your way. \n\n\n\nWe provide flexible seating\, focus tools\, and adjustable lighting options in an effort to make our space welcoming and inclusive to those who wish to spend time in it. \n\n\n\nDrop-in hours are 5:00 – 7:30 p.m. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nHere are some suggestions of things you may like to do\, but this is not an exhaustive list: \n\n\n\n\nSocializing: Chat with others\, make new connections\, or catch up with friends\n\n\n\nUsing Computers: Access the internet\, complete personal tasks\, or explore hobbies online. Use our computers and wifi or bring your own device and connect via our network\n\n\n\nRelaxing: Sit quietly\, read\, listen to music with headphones\, or just enjoy the calm space\n\n\n\nIndependent Work: Bring personal projects\, homework or studying you may need to do\, or use the time to focus on tasks\n\n\n\nUnstructured Activities: puzzles\, sketching\, journaling\, or engaging in other personal hobbies\n\n\n\nExploring Resources: Learn about other programs\, events\, or services Sinneave offers\n\n\n\nSimply Being: Spend time in the space without any specific activity\, just enjoying the presence of others without any expectations to engage\n\n\n\n\nTo ensure a welcoming and safe environment for all users\, please read over the Rules of the Space before you arrive: \n\n\n\n\nCheck-In is Required: Everyone signs in upon arrival\n\n\n\nNo Alcohol or Drugs: This is a substance-free space for everyone’s safety and comfort\n\n\n\nRespectful Content and Behavior: No engagement with explicit content and all interactions should be respectful\n\n\n\nNoise Levels: Keep volume moderate to accommodate diverse activities\n\n\n\nNo formal supervision provided: Attend and engage independently\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNeurodiversity AcknowledgementWe honour neurodiversity and strive to create environments that value the many ways people think\, learn\, and communicate. Our programs\, services\, and activities are designed to be neuroaffirming\, accessible\, and guided by the input from the people we serve. Read the full neurodiversity acknowledgement on our website.
URL:https://sinneavefoundation.org/event/your-time-your-way-26/2026-05-06/
LOCATION:The Ability Hub\, Suite #300\, 3820 - 24th Avenue NW\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T3B-2X9\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Social Communication Workshop: Handling Disagreements
DESCRIPTION:Do you find it difficult to communicate when someone disagrees with you? Do you struggle to know how to respond in moments of tension and conflict?  \n\n\n\nWe have updated and improved our “Handling Disagreements” workshop to provide Autistic and neurodivergent individuals with opportunities to reflect on the causes of disagreements\, and to develop tools to effectively address disagreements when they happen. \n\n\n\nIn this session\, you will have the opportunity to: \n\n\n\n\nLearn the difference between disagreement and conflict through realistic\, scenario-based examples\n\n\n\nBrainstorm with others the role emotion plays in disagreements and conflict\n\n\n\nExplore practical strategies for resolving disagreements\n\n\n\nReflect on and measure your confidence at the beginning and end of the workshop\n\n\n\n\nPlease note: There will be an interactive component to this session and participants will need some sort of wi-fi enabled device (smartphone\, tablet\, or laptop) to access Slido.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWednesday\, May 66:00 – 7:30 p.m.In-person at The Ability Hub (300\, 3820 24 Ave NW)There is no cost to attend  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis workshop is designed to provide Autistic and neurodivergent individuals with opportunities to learn and practice a variety of social communication skills in a safe and welcoming setting. Participants will be provided with information\, tips\, and strategies that they can choose to apply common day-to-day social situations. \n\n\n\nAdvance registration is not required\, however\, if you want to sign up\, our team can contact you in the event of any last minute changes or cancellations. Click the button that says “Sinneave Connects” to enroll in the course. \n\n\n\nIf you have not created a free Sinneave Connects account yet\, you will need to do that. Just follow the prompts on the sign-in page. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSinneave Connects\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Presenter: \n\n\n\nSanique Denton is a Life Skills Coach at The Sinneave Family Foundation and has been working with neurodivergent and Autistic individuals for more than 10 years. She has experience teaching and enhancing communication skills for Autistic individuals across their life span. She is passionate about fostering an inclusive community and supporting individuals to thrive and reach their full potential. \n\n\n\nIf you have questions\, reach out to info@sinneavefoundation.org or call 403-210-5000. We’re here to help.
URL:https://sinneavefoundation.org/event/social-communication-workshop-handling-disagreements-2/
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