Preparing for your Summer Job! - Day 1 of 2
2026-02-12 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Edmonton) | The Ability Hub, Suite #300, 3820 - 24th Avenue NW, Calgary, Alberta, T3B-2X9, Canada
Do you want to find a summer job, but you’re not sure where to start? Then this 2-day workshop series is for you! Four interactive sessions are designed to assist Autistic and neurodivergent youth and young adults to discover their strengths, build the skills needed to succeed in the job search journey, and explore summer job opportunities in the Calgary area.

The first two sessions on February 12, will focus on understanding your strengths and interests, and an introduction to summer job opportunities in the Calgary area. This will look like:

Discussion on strengths and interests

Self-assessment tools to identify skills, strengths, and interests

Group brainstorming and sharing

Creating a personal plan for success in a summer job, including goal-setting

An introduction to industries and companies in the Calgary are that often hire seasonal workers

Discussion on how to research and apply for jobs, including online postings and job fairs

Activities to help prepare for the work environment, including workplace expectations.

Thursday, February 129:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.In-person at The Ability Hub (300, 3820 24 Avenue NW)

Please note you do not need to attend both days of the workshop series. You can attend the day(s) that interest you the most! If you plan on attending both days, please ensure you register for both workshops.

**Please note space is limited to 8 participants and is on a first-come, first-served basis. Please register quickly to avoid disappointment. Thank you for your understanding.**

To Register:

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 that says, “Sinneave Connects” to access the learning hub and follow these steps:

Create a user name

Create a password (don’t forget to save it someplace handy)

Select “Register”

Choose the Preparing for your Summer Job! – Day 1 of 2 event and click the Enroll button.

Sinneave Connects

About our Facilitators:

Ryan 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.

Stéphanie Chapman is an Employment Works Bilingual Online Program Facilitator at The Sinneave Family Foundation. She has 15+ years of professional experience in the fields of education and disability across the lifespan.

Marcela 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. Her passion, excitement, as well as creating a safe space always encouraging her participants autonomy, curiosity and empowering them on their journey.

If you have questions or need assistance, reach out to info@sinneavefoundation.org or call (403) 210-5000. We’re here to help!

Preparing for your Summer Job! - Day 2 of 2
2026-02-13 09:00 - 12:00 | The Ability Hub, Suite #300, 3820 - 24th Avenue NW, Calgary, Alberta, T3B-2X9, Canada
Do you want to find a summer job, but you’re not sure where to start? Then this 2-day workshop series is for you! Two interactive sessions are designed to assist Autistic and neurodivergent youth and young adults to discover their strengths, build the skills needed to succeed in the job search journey, and explore summer job opportunities in the Calgary area.

The last two sessions on February 13, will focus on resume writing, job search strategies, interviewing skills, and workplace communication. Specifically, you will have the opportunity to:

Review different resume formats and templates

Receive step-by-step guidance on creating a professional and effective resume

Receive tips on job search strategies, including online job boards

Prepare for a job interview

Conduct a mock interview and receive feedback from peers

Discuss workplace communication skills

Understand strategies for managing workplace stress and sensory overload

Participate in role-playing exercises to practice effective communication in different workplace scenarios

Friday, February 139:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.In-person at The Ability Hub (300, 3820 24 Avenue NW)

Please note you do not need to attend both days of the workshop series. You can attend the day(s) that interest you the most! If you plan on attending both days, please ensure you register for both workshops.

**Please note space is limited to 8 participants and is on a first-come, first-served basis. Please register quickly to avoid disappointment. Thank you for your understanding.**

To Register:

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 that says, “Sinneave Connects” to access the learning hub and follow these steps:

Create a user name

Create a password (don’t forget to save it someplace handy)

Select “Register”

Choose the Preparing for your Summer Job! – Day 2 of 2 event and click the Enroll button.

Sinneave Connects

About our Facilitators:

Ryan 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.

Stéphanie Chapman is an Employment Works Bilingual Online Program Facilitator at The Sinneave Family Foundation. She has 15+ years of professional experience in the fields of education and disability across the lifespan.

Marcela 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. Her passion, excitement, as well as creating a safe space always encouraging her participants autonomy, curiosity and empowering them on their journey.

If you have questions or need assistance, reach out to info@sinneavefoundation.org or call (403) 210-5000. We’re here to help!

Family Day - Office Closed
2026-02-16 00:00 - 23:59

Autistic Journeys: Voices and Perspectives: Kyle Lobb
2026-02-27 12:00 - 13:00 | Online via Autism Edmonton
Join Kyle Lobb for a unique exploration of Autistic Journeys, offering diverse voices and perspectives. This learning session is part of Autism Edmonton’s “Autistic Journeys: Voices and Perspectives” series, where Kyle will share his experiences and insights as a neurodivergent individual navigating life, independence, and community involvement.

This session is well suited for educators, parents, professionals, and anyone interested in hearing authentic Autistic voices and learning about neurodiversity, self-advocacy, and inclusive practices.

This session is brought to you by Autism Edmonton and The Sinneave Family Foundation.

Friday, February 2712:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.Online via Autism Edmonton

Registration for this event is via Autism Edmonton’s website. You can register by clicking the button that says, “Register”.

Register

About the Presenter:

Kyle Lobb is a 37-year-old neurodivergent individual diagnosed with Autism, Tourette’s syndrome, OCD, ADHD, and Bipolar disorder. Growing up, Kyle often felt different from others and faced challenges navigating school, friendships, employment, and neurotypical society. Despite these obstacles, he has developed strategies to manage daily life and recently moved into his first independent home with support from his community.

Kyle is also a personal trainer and an active member of Toastmasters, which has helped him build confidence and strengthen his communication skills. He credits much of his personal growth to the support of his loving family and Edmonton’s Autistic community, inspiring him to give back through active involvement in initiatives that empower neurodivergent individuals.

Kyle currently serves as Vice-President of the Alberta Independent Living Association (AiLA), using his lived experience and expertise to advance independence, advocacy, and inclusion for people with disabilities.

Neurodiversity Celebration Week
2026-03-17 00:00 - 2026-03-23 23:59

Autistic Journeys: Heather Hanninen Fairbaim
2026-03-19 19:00 - 20:00 | Online via Autism Edmonton
Join Autism Edmonton’s Autistic Journeys: Voices & Perspectives series, where individuals share their story of how they have become self-advocates. In this case, Heather will discuss how, as an aging adult, they have created a space for themselves. A specific focus will be on AISH and resources.

This learning session introduces you to a self-advocate who is creating space for everyone through the advocacy they are doing. Join to learn more and be inspired!

This session is brought to you by Autism Edmonton and The Sinneave Family Foundation.

Thursday, March 19, 20267:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.Online via Autism Edmonton

Registration for this event is via Autism Edmonton’s website. You can register by clicking the button that says, “Register”.

Register

About the Presenter:

Heather Hanninen Fairbairn is a disabled, nonbinary person working at the intersections of poverty, disability, housing, and women’s and gender-diverse people’s issues. Heather has multiple disabilities, and she is neurodivergent, which she considers an asset and not a disability.

Heather began to organize AISH recipients about 10 years ago by creating the first Facebook group for AISH-specific concerns and still plays an active role in her own group, The AISH Page, and associated AISH groups. AISH is Alberta’s provincial disability benefit.

Heather is part of the Pan-Canadian Voice for Women’s Housing’s (PCVWH) National Advisory Council and is grateful to have worked along with the amazing women and gender-diverse humans that make up that group.

World Autism Acceptance Day
2026-04-02 00:00 - 23:59

Good Friday - Office Closed
2026-04-03 00:00 - 23:59
