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SUMMARY:The Employment Classroom: Understanding your pay and budgeting
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? We are offering a series of workshops that cover many topics related to finding a job\, keeping a job\, and thriving in the workplace.  \n\n\n\nJoin us Wednesday\, September 10 to learn about how to read a pay stub\, how to plan a budget\, and how to avoid financial scams. \n\n\n\nSpecifically\, you will: \n\n\n\n\nLearn the skills you need to manage your personal income\, and understand that expenses and having a budget are the most basic tools you need in your financial toolkit.\n\n\n\nUnderstand why it is important to distinguish needs from wants in your own personal finances.\n\n\n\nIdentify gross income from all sources and deductions from gross income on a pay stub.\n\n\n\nAdjust a personal budget to allow you to achieve a simple financial goal.\n\n\n\n\nThe 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\n** Please note: Space in these workshops is limited and advance registration is required.  **  \n\n\n\nWednesday\, September 10\, 202510:00 am – 12:00 p.m.In-person at The Ability Hub (300\, 3820 24 Avenue NW) \n\n\n\nRegistration is through Sinneave Connects\, our online learning hub.  \n\n\n\nTo Register:  \n\n\n\nIf you already have a Sinneave Connects account\, just log in as usual. If you have not registered yet\, it’s easy! Click the button that says\, Sinneave Connects to access the learning hub and follow these steps: \n\n\n\n\nPick a username\n\n\n\nPick a password (Don’t forget to record it somewhere safe for next time!)\n\n\n\nChoose The Employment Classroom: Understanding your pay and budgeting – Registration workshop and click on the enroll button\n\n\n\n\n\nSinneave Connects\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout our Facilitators:  \n\n\n\nRyan Elkanah and Sherry Taylor\, members of the Sinneave employment team\, are committed to empowering Autistic and neurodivergent individuals on their journeys towards meaningful employment and career success. \n\n\n\nIf you have any questions or need assistance\, please reach out to us at info@sinneavefoundation.org or call our office at (403) 210-5000. We’re here to help!
URL:https://sinneavefoundation.org/event/the-employment-classroom-session-11-understanding-your-pay-and-budgeting/
LOCATION:The Ability Hub\, Suite #300\, 3820 - 24th Avenue NW\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T3B-2X9\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Social Communication Workshop: Strategies for Using Electronic Communication
DESCRIPTION:Technology is rapidly changing and advancing. While we embrace the good things it has to offer\, it has also introduced many new challenges. In this session\, we’ll talk about understanding the different forms of electronic communication that people use to connect with each other. We will also discuss strategies for navigating electronic communication\, understanding safety protocols\, and boundaries when communicating electronically.  \n\n\n\nThis session is one of several drop-in workshops we offer that are designed to provide Autistic or neurodivergent individuals opportunities to learn and practice essential social communication skills in a safe and welcoming setting. Each 90-minute workshop covers a different aspect of social communication\, providing information\, tips and strategies intended to help in day-to-day social situations. You can attend the session(s) that interest you the most or we recommend attending them all! \n\n\n\nWednesday\, September 10\, 20255:00 – 6:30 pmOnline via Sinneave Connects \n\n\n\nThere is no cost to attend this workshop. If you register in advance you’ll be notified of any last minute changes to the schedule\, but you can also just drop-in.  \n\n\n\nThis workshop is virtual\, via Sinneave Connects\, our online learning hub. If you already have a Sinneave Connects account\, just log in as usual. If you have not registered yet\, it’s easy! Click the button below that says “Sinneave Connects” to access the hub and follow these steps: \n\n\n\n\nCreate a user name\n\n\n\nCreate a password (don’t forget to save it someplace handy)\n\n\n\nSelect “Register”\n\n\n\nChoose the Social Communication Workshop: Strategies for Using Electronic Communication – September 10\, 2025 course to access the virtual link.\n\n\n\nClick on the\, “Choose session” button\, and then press Confirm.\n\n\n\n\n\nSinneave Connects\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Presenter: \n\n\n\nCedric Nicholson is a Life Skills Coach with The Sinneave Family Foundation where he is passionate about empowering others to set meaningful goals\, create effective plans\, and take purposeful steps toward personal growth and self-improvement. He is a certified professional life coach with over 20 years of experience mentoring\, coaching\, and supporting individuals in the developmental disability field.  \n\n\n\nIf you have any questions about these workshops or if you need help navigating the Sinneave Connects online learning hub\, please reach out by email at info@sinneavefoundation.org OR call us at 403 210-5000. We’re here to help.
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SUMMARY:Your Time\, Your Way
DESCRIPTION:Many individuals can benefit from what is often referred to as a “third space”—a place separate from home or work or school where there is no obligation to spend money on food or beverages. So we’re opening our doors to members of our community. \n\n\n\nWe invite you to drop in and use our space to help you unwind or recharge—with no pressure to engage in structured activities. We have several rooms and spaces available–a quiet lounge\, computer desks\, hang out sofas–you choose. It’s your time to use your way. \n\n\n\nOur space provides flexible seating options\, focus tools\, and adjustable lighting options as we strive to make our space more welcoming and inclusive to those who wish to spend time in it. \n\n\n\nOur drop-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\n\n\n\nTo ensure a welcoming and safe space 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
URL:https://sinneavefoundation.org/event/your-time-your-way-10/2025-09-10/
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SUMMARY:Building Your Toolbox and Supporting the Transition to Employment: Consider Different Work Options
DESCRIPTION:**Please note space for this session is now full and there are no spots available to register for. Consider signing up for the next session\, which will take place on September 24. Click here to learn more and to register. ** \n\n\n\nAs parents\, guardians\, and caregivers; you play an important part in the successful transition of a young adult into the workforce.  \n\n\n\nSession: Consider Different Work Options \n\n\n\nThis in-person session is focused on the different options available to a young adult entering the workforce. You will learn about different tools that will help you to frame conversations related to employment\, and answer the fundamental question\, “Where do we start?”. You will also learn about how to recognize and support your own needs through the process of supporting your young adult on this journey. \n\n\n\nIn this in-person session\, you will: \n\n\n\n\nIdentify your needs and expectations about the process of supporting your young adult through their employment journey\n\n\n\nLearn about different work options that are available to your young adult\n\n\n\nGain access to resources and tools that will help guide conversations about employment with your young adult\n\n\n\n\nWednesday\, September 10\, 20256:00 – 7:00 pmIn-person At The Ability Hub (300\, 3820 24 Avenue NW) \n\n\n\nThis series introduces you to The Sinneave Family Foundation’s Family Work Readiness Toolkit (FWRT)\, a practical\, strengths-based resource designed to help youth explore their interests\, skills\, values\, and preferred work environments. You will learn how to use the toolkit to guide supportive conversations\, set goals\, and take meaningful action toward employment success. \n\n\n\nThrough this series\, you will: \n\n\n\n\nBuild confidence in supporting your young adult’s employment journey\n\n\n\nLearn how to apply the FWRT at home to break the process into manageable steps\n\n\n\nExplore community resources that complement the toolkit\n\n\n\nConnect with other parents and guardians navigating similar experiences\n\n\n\n\nBy the end of the series\, you will have a stronger understanding of how to support your young adult’s transition into the workforce with practical tools\, shared insight\, and a clear starting point. \n\n\n\nAbout the Presenter: \n\n\n\nStéphanie Chapman is a Bilingual Online Program Facilitator for the EmploymentWorks program. She has 15+ years of professional experience in the fields of education and disability across the lifespan\, and personally as a caregiver. Stéphanie is dedicated to creating inclusive spaces for families of all shapes and sizes to learn and grow together. \n\n\n\nIf you have any questions\, please reach out to info@sinneavefoundation.org OR call us at 403 210-5000. We’re here to help.
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