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SUMMARY:The Employment Classroom: Knowing yourself and your employment goals
DESCRIPTION:** This session is currently full. You may join the waitlist via Sinneave Connects\, our online learning hub\, and an instructor will notify you if space becomes available **  \n\n\n\nAre 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\nThe session on Wednesday\, October 8 will focus on knowing yourself\, your employment goals\, and you will have the opportunity to: \n\n\n\n\nLearn about your personality and what you want to get out of work and\,\n\n\n\nUnderstand your skills\, values\, and motivations for setting realistic and fulfilling employment goals\, which in turn can lead to a more satisfying and successful career journey.\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\nWednesday\, October 8\, 202510:00 am – 12:00 p.m.In-person at The Ability Hub (300\, 3820 24 Avenue NW) \n\n\n\n** Please note: Space in these workshops is limited and advance registration is required via Sinneave Connects\, our online learning hub. **  \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: Knowing yourself and your employment goals – 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-knowing-yourself-and-your-employment-goals/
LOCATION:The Ability Hub\, Suite #300\, 3820 - 24th Avenue NW\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T3B-2X9\, Canada
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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-10/2025-10-08/
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SUMMARY:Building Your Toolbox and Supporting the Transition to Employment: Pick a Suitable Workplace
DESCRIPTION:As parents\, guardians\, and caregivers; you play an important part in the successful transition of a young adult into the workforce.  \n\n\n\nSession: Pick a Suitable Workplace \n\n\n\nThis in-person session is focused on supporting your young adult to identify their workplace needs and preferences so that they may apply for jobs that are appropriate and supportive. You will use tools\, such as sensory inventories\, to recognize and understand the different workplace demands which are less obvious when looking at job postings. You will learn how to identify accommodations and supports that are helpful to your young adult when it comes to sensory needs in the workplace. You will also learn how to recognize your own needs in your journey to supporting your young adult through their transition into employment. \n\n\n\nIn this in-person session\, you will help your young adult to: \n\n\n\n\nIdentify their workplace needs and preferences\n\n\n\nFind the right workplace fit\, by looking beyond the job tasks\n\n\n\nIdentify what accommodations they may need to be successful\n\n\n\n\nWednesday\, October 8\, 20256:00 – 7:30 pmIn-person At The Ability Hub (300\, 3820 24 Avenue NW) \n\n\n\n** Space in this session is now full\, but we hope you can join us for our next session on October 22. Details are available here. ** \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 questions\, please reach out to info@sinneavefoundation.org or call us at 403 210-5000. We’re here to help.
URL:https://sinneavefoundation.org/event/building-your-toolbox-and-supporting-the-transition-to-employment-pick-a-suitable-workplace/
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