Sinneave Foundation

Employment Skills Help Desk
2025-04-29 13:00 - 14:30 (America/Edmonton) | The Ability Hub, Suite #300, 3820 - 24th Avenue NW, Calgary, Alberta, T3B-2X9, Canada
*NEW FORMAT* Our employment support sessions are now by appointment only.

Benefit from connecting one-on-one and in-person with experienced professionals who understand neurodiversity and will help you identify your strengths, interests and potential career paths.

Our goal is to create an individualized, inclusive and supportive environment where neurodivergent individuals can access resources, gain valuable insights and enhance their employability, confidence and career prospects.

Attendees are encouraged to select from available topics to receive tailored guidance, resources and support:

Career Exploration

Cover Letter Writing

Disclosure & Accommodations

Interview Prep

Job Search Strategies

Resume Building

Applicant Tracking System (ATS)

1:1 Facilitator guidance* (Maximum 45 minutes)

Receive up to 45 minutes of personalized guidance and coaching and learn more about how to successfully navigate the job search journey and the world of work.

In April, our Help Desk dates are Tuesdays, April 15 & 29.

*New* Attendees must book an in-person 45 minute appointment with one of our three facilitators. All appointments are at The Ability Hub (300, 3820 24 Ave NW).

Available times:

3 appointments from 1:00 – 1:45 p.m.

3 appointments from 1:45 – 2:30 p.m.

Appointments can be booked on Sinneave Connects, our online learning platform. When you click the button below that says, “Employment Skills Help Desk Registration – April 29, 2025” you will be directed to the log in page. If you already have an account, just log in as usual.

If you don’t have an account, it’s free and easy to set up.

Create a user name

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

Select “Register”

Choose the Employment Skills Help Desk Registration – April 29, 2025 course and follow the instructions.

Employment Skills Help Desk Registration – April 29, 2025

Please select a time slot that works for you and click the enroll button. To allow for the greatest participation, participants are limited to ONE time slot per day. If no sessions are available, that means they are all booked for this week. Please choose an available time slot on a different day.

If you have any questions or require assistance with enrolling, please reach out to us at info@sinneavefoundation.org or call our office at 403 210-5000. We’re here to help!

Your Time Your Way
2025-04-30 15:00 - 19:00, 2025-05-07 12:30 - 17:00, 2025-05-15 15:00 - 19:00 | The Ability Hub, Suite #300, 3820 - 24th Avenue NW, Calgary, Alberta, T3B-2X9, Canada
Many individuals can benefit from what is often referred to as a “third space”, a place separate from home and work/school. In this offering, we invite you to drop in and utilize our space as a safe place to help you unwind or recharge — with no pressure to engage in structured activities.

No diagnosis or disclosures are required.

Activities Permitted:

Socializing: Chatting with others, making new connections, or catching up with friends.

Using Computers: Accessing the internet, completing personal tasks, or exploring hobbies online.

Relaxing: Sitting quietly, reading, listening to music with headphones, or just enjoying a calm space.

Independent Work: Bringing personal projects, studying, or using the time to focus on tasks.

Unstructured Activities: Doing puzzles, sketching, journaling, or engaging in other personal hobbies.

Exploring Resources: Learning about other programs, events, or services Sinneave offers.

Simply Being: Spending time in the space without any specific activity, just enjoying the presence of others without any expectations to engage.

To ensure a welcoming and safe space for all users, familiarize yourself with the Rules of the Space:

Check-In Required: Everyone signs in upon arrival.

No Alcohol or Drugs: Substance-free space for everyone’s safety and comfort.

Respectful Content and Behavior: No engagement with explicit content, and all interactions should be respectful.

Noise Levels: Keep volume moderate to accommodate diverse activities.

No formal supervision provided: Attend and engage independently

Get to know us! Virtual Information Session
2025-05-01 18:00 - 19:30 | Zoom meeting via Sinneave Connects
Are you interested in the programs and services The Sinneave Family Foundation (Sinneave) has to offer? Are you or your child Autistic or neurodivergent and age 15 or older? This presentation is for you!

We will talk more about who we are and how we can support Autistic or neurodivergent youth and adults with the major life transitions they are facing. Some of these life transitions are:

Graduating high school and going to university,

Getting a job,

Moving out and living independently,

And more!

Join us for a 90-minute virtual information session and Q & A and get to know all about us!

Our Learning & Connection team, who deliver our Information & Navigation service, will take you through all the ways we support our community and answer any questions you may have at the end.

This session is ideal for Autistic or neurodivergent individuals, their support networks, such as parents, caregivers and guardians, as well as local service providers and professionals who may be seeking more information about our programs and services in the Calgary area and beyond.

This virtual session takes place on Sinneave Connects, our online learning hub. If you already have an account, just log-in as usual. If you need an account, it’s free and easy to set up. Click the button below that says, “Get to know us! Virtual Information Session – May 1, 2025” and follow the instructions:

Create a user name

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

Select “Register”

Choose the Get to know us! Virtual Information Session – May 1, 2025″ session to access the virtual link.

Get to know us! Virtual Information Session – May 1, 2025

If you need assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out by email info@sinneavefoundation.org or call us at 403 210-5000. We hope to see you there!

The Joy of Cooking: Cooking Skills for Independent Living
2025-05-05 17:00 - 20:00 | The Ability Hub, Suite #300, 3820 - 24th Avenue NW, Calgary, Alberta, T3B-2X9, Canada
Whether independent living is one of your short term goals and you’re planning to move out soon, or it’s a long-term goal for some time in the future – you can begin preparing for it now–starting in the kitchen!

This hands-on session is a great way to help you increase your confidence in the kitchen.

While preparing a tasty and well-balanced dinner, participants will also learn about:

the importance of good hygiene

cleanliness in the kitchen and the importance of preventing cross-contamination

the proper use of utensils

how to properly measure and prepare food, and

working with others.

And then, you’ll get to enjoy what you’ve made for dinner!

The menu for this session is Chicken Caesar Salad Wraps with Homemade Potato Chips! (Yum!)

Please note: This activity is in-person only at The Ability Hub (300, 3820 24 Ave NW) and limited to six participants. There will only be light support provided by staff, so participants need to be able to follow instructions and be willing to work in a small group to prepare the meal. All supplies will be provided.

To register for this session, click the button below that says, “Joy of Cooking: Cooking Skills for Independent Living” and follow the instructions. If you have an account, just log in as usual. If you don’t have an account yet, it’s free and easy to sign up.

Create a user name

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

Select “Register”

Choose the Joy of Cooking: Cooking Skills for Independent Living course and follow the instructions.

Joy of Cooking: Cooking Skills for Independent Living

About the Presenter:

Cedric Nicholson is a self-proclaimed foodie that enjoys eating and making meals from multiple cultures. Being from the Southeastern part of the USA, Cedric enjoys introducing some of his favorite dishes he ate growing up to his friends in Canada such as: Cornbread, Grits, Sausage Gravy Biscuits and Collard Greens.

As one of the Life Skills Coaches at The Sinneave Family Foundation, Cedric has helped numerous participants succeed with the goal of becoming more confident at cooking.

Employment Skills Help Desk
2025-05-06 13:00 - 14:30 | The Ability Hub, Suite #300, 3820 - 24th Avenue NW, Calgary, Alberta, T3B-2X9, Canada
*NEW FORMAT* Our employment support sessions are now by appointment only.

Benefit from connecting one-on-one and in-person with experienced professionals who understand neurodiversity and will help you identify your strengths, interests and potential career paths.

Our goal is to create an individualized, inclusive and supportive environment where neurodivergent individuals can access resources, gain valuable insights and enhance their employability, confidence and career prospects.

Attendees are encouraged to select from available topics to receive tailored guidance, resources and support:

Career Exploration

Cover Letter Writing

Disclosure & Accommodations

Interview Prep

Job Search Strategies

Resume Building

Applicant Tracking System (ATS)

1:1 Facilitator guidance* (Maximum 45 minutes)

Receive up to 45 minutes of personalized guidance and coaching and learn more about how to successfully navigate the job search journey and the world of work.

In May, our Help Desk dates are Tuesdays, May 6 & 20.

*New* Attendees must book an in-person 45 minute appointment with one of our three facilitators. All appointments are at The Ability Hub (300, 3820 24 Ave NW).

Available times:

3 appointments from 1:00 – 1:45 p.m.

3 appointments from 1:45 – 2:30 p.m.

Appointments can be booked on Sinneave Connects, our online learning hub. When you click the button below that says, “Employment Skills Help Desk – May 6, 2025” you will be directed to the log in page. If you already have an account, just log in as usual.

If you don’t have an account, it’s free and easy to set up.

Create a user name

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

Select “Register”

Choose the Employment Skills Help Desk – May 6, 2025 course and follow the instructions.

Employment Skills Help Desk Registration – May 6, 2025

Please select a time slot that works for you and click the enroll button. To allow for the greatest participation, participants are limited to ONE time slot per day. If no sessions are available, that means they are all booked for this week. Please choose an available time slot on a different day.

If you have any questions or require assistance with enrolling, please reach out to us at info@sinneavefoundation.org or call our office at 403 210-5000. We’re here to help!

Acceptance & Commitment Training Skills Group
2025-05-06 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-05-13 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-05-20 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-05-27 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-06-03 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-06-10 17:00 - 18:30
Applications for the Spring 2025 Acceptance & Commitment Training (ACT) Skills Group is now closed. In order to participate in this Skills Group, you must have applied through Sinneave Connects and be accepted into the group.

Please note this Skills Group will be held virtually only through Sinneave Connects and will not be held in person.

If you have any questions or need support, please email us at info@sinneavefoundation.org or call (403) 210-5000. We’re here to help.

The Employment Classroom Sessions #3: Writing an effective resume and cover letter
2025-05-07 10:00 - 12:00 | The Ability Hub, Suite #300, 3820 - 24th Avenue NW, Calgary, Alberta, T3B-2X9, Canada
Are you interested in learning more about 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.

Join us Wednesday, May 7, 2025 to learn how to write an effective resume and cover letter.

Learn about the purpose of a resume and cover letter and,

What to include in each of these documents so you are successful in your job search journey.

The workshop includes classroom instruction and time to practice what you’ve learned with one-on-one support from the facilitators, Ryan and Sherry.

Please note: space is limited to six participants and will be on a first-come, first-served basis.

Registration is through Sinneave Connects, our online learning hub. The session will be held in-person only at The Ability Hub (300, 3820 24 Ave NW).

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

Pick a username

Pick a password (Don’t forget to record it somewhere safe for next time!)

Choose the Employment Classroom Sessions Registration – May 7 event and click on the enroll button

Sinneave Connects

If 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!

About our Facilitators:

Ryan 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.

Upcoming Employment Classroom Sessions include:

The Employment Classroom Sessions #4: Preparing for and doing well in a job interview – May 21, 2025

Learn how to prepare for and perform well in a job interview. You will learn what skills you need to develop in order to perform well in job interviews, and you will have the opportunity to learn what is expected of you in professional settings, how to navigate specific questions, and be given the opportunity to receive and provide feedback.

Neuroinclusive Hiring & Onboarding
2025-05-14 10:00 - 11:00 | Online via Solutions Hub
You’re invited to join Neuroinclusive Workforce Solutions for a free, 1-hour virtual workshop on understanding strategies for hiring and onboarding neurodivergent employees. The workshop will be held on May 14, from 10:00 am to 11:00 am Mountain time.

In this workshop, you’ll learn about common challenges that neurodivergent folks have during both the hiring and the onboarding processes. Many organizations are inadvertently screening out highly-qualified neurodivergent candidates during the hiring process or setting them up to fail due to their onboarding processes. You’ll leave with easy steps to help avoid falling into the common traps. And you’ll better understand how to support your neurodivergent employees.

About the Presenter:

This workshop will be led by Aaron Baer. Aaron runs multiple neurodivergent-friendly businesses, is a highly sought-after speaker and coach in the neurodiversity space. He has over three decades of lived experience with ADHD, autism, and other neurodivergences.

This virtual workshop is hosted on our Solutions Hub. If you already have an account, just log in as usual. If you haven’t yet, you will need to create an account to access the workshop, but it’s FREE and EASY!

1. Click the button below that says “Neuroinclusive Hiring & Onboarding Workshop Registration” to be directed to the hub.2. Create a username3. Pick a password4. Register in the “Neuroinclusive Hiring & Onboarding” session

Register using the link below:

Neuroinclusive Hiring & Onboarding Workshop Registration

Victoria Day - Office Closed
2025-05-19 00:00 - 23:59

Employment Skills Help Desk
2025-05-20 14:30 - 16:00 | The Ability Hub, Suite #300, 3820 - 24th Avenue NW, Calgary, Alberta, T3B-2X9, Canada
Our employment support sessions are now by appointment only. Please note the time change.

Benefit from connecting one-on-one and in-person with experienced professionals who understand neurodiversity and will help you identify your strengths, interests and potential career paths.

Our goal is to create an individualized, inclusive and supportive environment where neurodivergent individuals can access resources, gain valuable insights and enhance their employability, confidence and career prospects.

Attendees are encouraged to select from available topics to receive tailored guidance, resources and support:

Career Exploration

Cover Letter Writing

Disclosure & Accommodations

Interview Prep

Job Search Strategies

Resume Building

Applicant Tracking System (ATS)

Receive up to 45 minutes of personalized guidance and coaching and learn more about how to successfully navigate the job search journey and the world of work.

Attendees must book an in-person 45 minute appointment with one of our three facilitators. All appointments are at The Ability Hub (300, 3820 24 Ave NW).

Available times:

3 appointments from 2:30 – 3:15 p.m.

3 appointments from 3:15 – 4:00 p.m.

Appointments can be booked on Sinneave Connects, our online learning hub. When you click the button below that says, “Employment Skills Help Desk Registration – May 20, 2025” you will be directed to the log in page. If you already have an account, just log in as usual.

If you don’t have an account, it’s free and easy to set up.

Create a user name

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

Select “Register”

Choose the Employment Skills Help Desk – May 20, 2025 course and follow the instructions.

Employment Skills Help Desk Registration – May 20, 2025

Please select a time slot that works for you and click the enroll button. To allow for the greatest participation, participants are limited to ONE time slot per day. If no sessions are available, that means they are all booked for this week. Please choose an available time slot on a different day.

If you have any questions or require assistance with enrolling, please reach out to us at info@sinneavefoundation.org or call our office at 403 210-5000. We’re here to help!

The Employment Classroom Sessions #4: Preparing for and doing well in a job interview
2025-05-21 10:00 - 12:00 | The Ability Hub, Suite #300, 3820 - 24th Avenue NW, Calgary, Alberta, T3B-2X9, Canada
Are you interested in learning more about 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.

Join us Wednesday, May 21, 2025 to learn how to prepare for and do well in a job interview. Specifically, you will:

Understand what skills you need to develop in order to perform well in job interviews

Have the opportunity to learn what is expected of you in professional settings

Learn how to navigate specific questions

Have the opportunity to receive and provide feedback on the job interview process

The workshop includes classroom instruction and time to practice what you’ve learned with one-on-one support from the facilitators, Ryan and Sherry.

Please note: space is limited to six participants and will be on a first-come, first-served basis.

Registration is through Sinneave Connects, our online learning hub. The session will be held in-person only at The Ability Hub (300, 3820 24 Ave NW).

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

Pick a username

Pick a password (Don’t forget to record it somewhere safe for next time!)

Choose the Employment Classroom Sessions Registration – May 21 event and click on the enroll button

Sinneave Connects

If 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!

About our Facilitators:

Ryan 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.

Other Employment Classroom Sessions include:

The Employment Classroom Sessions #3: Writing an effective resume and cover letter – May 7, 2025

Learn how to write an effective resume and cover letter, while you also learn about what to include in each of these documents so you are successful in your job search journey.

The Employment Classroom Sessions #4: Preparing for and doing well in a job interview – May 21, 2025

Learn how to prepare for and perform well in a job interview. You will learn what skills you need to develop in order to perform well in job interviews, and you will have the opportunity to learn what is expected of you in professional settings, how to navigate specific questions, and be given the opportunity to receive and provide feedback.

Your Time Your Way
2025-05-21 12:30 - 17:00 | The Ability Hub, Suite #300, 3820 - 24th Avenue NW, Calgary, Alberta, T3B-2X9, Canada
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.

We 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.

Our drop-in hours this week are 12:30 – 5:00 p.m.

Here are some suggestions of things you may like to do, but this is not an exhaustive list:

Socializing: Chatting with others, making new connections, or catching up with friends.

Using Computers: Accessing the internet, completing personal tasks, or exploring hobbies online. Use our computers and wifi or bring your own device and connect via our network.

Relaxing: Sitting quietly, reading, listening to music with headphones, or just enjoying a calm space.

Independent Work: Bringing personal projects, studying, or using the time to focus on tasks.

Unstructured Activities: puzzles, sketching, journaling, or engaging in other personal hobbies.

Exploring Resources: Learning about other programs, events, or services Sinneave offers.

Simply Being: Spending time in the space without any specific activity, just enjoying the presence of others without any expectations to engage.

To ensure a welcoming and safe space for all users, please read over the Rules of the Space before you arrive:

Check-In is Required: Everyone signs in upon arrival.

No Alcohol or Drugs: This is a substance-free space for everyone’s safety and comfort.

Respectful Content and Behavior: No engagement with explicit content, and all interactions should be respectful.

Noise Levels: Keep volume moderate to accommodate diverse activities.

No formal supervision provided: Attend and engage independently

Executive Functioning Skills Group
2025-05-21 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-05-28 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-06-04 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-06-11 17:00 - 18:30 | Online via Sinneave Connects
Applications for the Spring 2025 Executive Functioning (EF) Skills Group is now closed. In order to participate in this Skills Group, you must have applied through Sinneave Connects and be accepted into the group.

Please note this Skills Group will be held virtually only through Sinneave Connects and will not be held in person.

If you have any questions or need support, please email us at info@sinneavefoundation.org or call (403) 210-5000. We’re here to help.

Actions Speak Louder Than Words: Tips & Strategies for interpreting non-verbal cues
2025-05-22 16:00 - 17:00 | The Ability Hub, Suite #300, 3820 - 24th Avenue NW, Calgary, Alberta, T3B-2X9, Canada
If interpreting non-verbal social cues and body language is challenging for you, we can help! In this fun and engaging workshop participants will use “Body Language Decoder Cards” to help learn, understand and interpret basic body language and social cues.

For context, it’s thought that up to 90% of communication is non-verbal in nature. Body language, facial expressions and unwritten social rules can be difficult to interpret for many Autistic and neurodivergent people, leaving them feeling disconnected in social settings.

You’re invited to start building a foundation for better communication here.

Thursday, May 224:00 – 5:00 p.m.In-person at The Ability Hub (300, 3820 24 Ave NW) *As this workshop is interactive and involves practicing the strategies learned, we are limiting participation to in-person only at this time.

There is no cost to attend and advance registration is not required. Mark your calendar and plan to join us for a fun and productive hour.

About the presenter:

Sherry Taylor has more than 15 years of experience in the non-profit sector. She is the Coordinator of Sinneave’s EmploymentWorks program as well as an employment coach and workshop facilitator extraordinaire! She is passionate about developing curriculum and content that engages, entertains and educates.

Your Time Your Way - Strawberry Fest
2025-05-29 15:00 - 19:00 | The Ability Hub, Suite #300, 3820 - 24th Avenue NW, Calgary, Alberta, T3B-2X9, Canada
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.

We 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.

On May 29, in addition to the regular Your Time, Your Way options, we’re offering optional themed activities for those who want to connect with others and celebrate National Strawberry Month with us!

Drop-in hours are anytime between 3:00 and 7:00 p.m. Strawberry Fest activities will be set up in the Green Room Between 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm:

🍓 Decoration Stations (strawberries and cookies)

🍓 Strawberry Trivia/Bingo

🍓 Strawberry Scavenger Hunt (indoor)

If you do not wish to participate in Strawberry Fest, you are still welcome to use the rest of the spaces for your own enjoyment. Things like:

Socializing: Chatting with others, making new connections, or catching up with friends.

Using Computers: Accessing the internet, completing personal tasks, or exploring hobbies online. Use our computers and wifi or bring your own device and connect via our network.

Relaxing: Sitting quietly, reading, listening to music with headphones, or just enjoying a calm space.

Independent Work: Bringing personal projects, studying, or using the time to focus on tasks.

Unstructured Activities: puzzles, sketching, journaling, or engaging in other personal hobbies.

Exploring Resources: Learning about other programs, events, or services Sinneave offers.

Simply Being: Spending time in the space without any specific activity, just enjoying the presence of others without any expectations to engage.

To ensure a welcoming and safe space for all users, please read over the Rules of the Space:

Check-In Required: Everyone signs in upon arrival.

No Alcohol or Drugs: This is a substance-free space for everyone’s safety and comfort.

Respectful Content and Behavior: No engagement with explicit content, and all interactions should be respectful.

Noise Levels: Keep volume moderate to accommodate diverse activities.

No formal supervision provided: Attend and engage independently

Your Time, Your Way
2025-06-05 15:00 - 19:00 | The Ability Hub, Suite #300, 3820 - 24th Avenue NW, Calgary, Alberta, T3B-2X9, Canada
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.

We 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.

Our drop-in hours this week are 3:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Here are some suggestions of things you may like to do, but this is not an exhaustive list:

Socializing: Chat with others, make new connections, or catch up with friends

Using 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

Relaxing: Sit quietly, read, listen to music with headphones, or just enjoy the calm space

Independent Work: Bring personal projects, homework or studying you may need to do, or use the time to focus on tasks

Unstructured Activities: puzzles, sketching, journaling, or engaging in other personal hobbies

Exploring Resources: Learn about other programs, events, or services Sinneave offers

Simply Being: Spend time in the space without any specific activity, just enjoying the presence of others without any expectations to engage

To ensure a welcoming and safe space for all users, please read over the Rules of the Space before you arrive:

Check-In is Required: Everyone signs in upon arrival

No Alcohol or Drugs: This is a substance-free space for everyone’s safety and comfort

Respectful Content and Behavior: No engagement with explicit content and all interactions should be respectful

Noise Levels: Keep volume moderate to accommodate diverse activities

No formal supervision provided: Attend and engage independently

Phrased & Confused: All about idioms and confusing phrases
2025-06-05 16:00 - 17:00 | The Ability Hub, Suite #300, 3820 - 24th Avenue NW, Calgary, Alberta, T3B-2X9, Canada
Idioms–or confusing phrases–are commonly used expressions that have a non-literal meaning, which can often only be understood by using contextual information.

People use idioms all the time in everyday conversation, but the literal meaning of the words is almost never the intended meaning. For Autistic individuals who find good communication challenging at the best of times, these phrases can leave you feeling very confused.

The good news is we can help! In this fun and engaging workshop, participants will learn how to identify and understand some common idiomatic expressions, giving them tools to be better able to predict the meanings of these confusing phrases.

Even if it’s raining cats and dogs, plan to attend. It will be a piece of cake and you’ll laugh your head off!

Thursday, June 54:00 – 5:00 p.m.In-person at The Ability Hub (300, 3820 24 Avenue NW)

There is no cost for this workshop and advance registration is not required. We encourage you to bring a friend and just show up. If you have any questions, please contact us at info@sinneavefoundation.org or call us at 403 210-5000.

About the presenter: Sherry Taylor has more than 15 years of experience in the not-for-profit industry. She is the EmploymentWorks Program Coordinator at Sinneave and is passionate about developing engaging content and curriculum that educates and makes learning fun for Autistic youth and adults.

Employment Skills Help Desk
2025-06-10 14:30 - 16:00 | The Ability Hub, Suite #300, 3820 - 24th Avenue NW, Calgary, Alberta, T3B-2X9, Canada
Our employment support sessions are now by appointment only. Please note the time change.

Benefit from connecting one-on-one and in-person with experienced professionals who understand neurodiversity and will help you identify your strengths, interests and potential career paths.

Our goal is to create an individualized, inclusive and supportive environment where neurodivergent individuals can access resources, gain valuable insights and enhance their employability, confidence and career prospects.

Attendees are encouraged to select from available topics to receive tailored guidance, resources and support or bring other employment-related concerns they may have. Our employment coaches have experience and expertise in:

Career Exploration

Cover Letter Writing

Disclosure & Accommodations

Interview Prep

Job Search Strategies

Resume Building

Applicant Tracking System (ATS)

Receive up to 45 minutes of personalized guidance and coaching and learn more about how to successfully navigate the job search journey and the world of work.

Attendees must book an in-person 45-minute appointment with one of our three facilitators. All appointments are at The Ability Hub (300, 3820 24 Ave NW).

Available times:

3 appointments from 2:30 – 3:15 p.m.

3 appointments from 3:15 – 4:00 p.m.

Appointments can be booked on Sinneave Connects, our online learning hub. When you click the button below that says, “Employment Skills Help Desk – June 10″ you will be directed to the log-in page. If you already have an account, just log in as usual.

If you don’t have an account, it’s free and easy to set up.

Create a user name

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

Select “Register”

Choose the Employment Skills Help Desk – June 10 course and follow the instructions.

Employment Skills Help Desk – June 10

Please select a time slot that works for you and click the enroll button. To allow for the greatest participation, participants are limited to ONE time slot per day. If no sessions are available, that means they are all booked for this week. Please choose an available time slot on a different day.

If you have any questions or require assistance with enrolling, please reach out to us at info@sinneavefoundation.org or call our office at 403 210-5000. We’re here to help!

The Employment Classroom Sessions #5: Searching and applying for jobs
2025-06-11 10:00 - 12:00 | The Ability Hub, Suite #300, 3820 - 24th Avenue NW, Calgary, Alberta, T3B-2X9, Canada
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.

Join us Wednesday, June 11 from 10 a.m. to Noon to learn how to search and apply for jobs as well as create a reference list.

Specifically, you will:

Learn where to look for jobs, including the hidden job market

Learn how to ensure your resume will get through an Applicant Tracking System (ATS)

Learn who to include on your reference list and how to format it

The workshop includes classroom instruction and time to practice what you’ve learned with one-on-one support from the facilitators, Ryan and Sherry.

Please note: Space in these sessions is limited and advance registration is required.

The session will be held in-person only at The Ability Hub (300, 3820 24 Ave NW)

You will need a Sinneave Connects account to register. If you already have one, just log in as usual. If you have not registered yet, it’s free and easy! Click the button below that says, “Sinneave Connects” and follow the prompts on the sign-in screen.

Pick a username

Choose a password

Select “Register”

Click on “Employment Classroom Sessions #5: Searching and applying for jobs” and enroll.

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If 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!

About our Facilitators:

Ryan 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.

Other upcoming workshops include:

The Employment Classroom Sessions #6: Communicating well in the workplace – Wednesday, June 25

Learn how to communicate effectively with your manager and co-workers in the workplace, navigate the unwritten rules that sometimes exist in work settings.

The Employment Classroom Sessions #7: Being professional – Wednesday, July 9

Learn about workplace expectations and what it means to be professional.

The Employment Classroom Sessions #8: Making sense of workplace interactions – Wednesday, July 23

Learn tips and strategies for navigating workplace interactions with clarity and impact.

The Employment Classroom Sessions #9: Dealing with stress and anxiety at work – Wednesday, August 13

Learn what stress and anxiety are, how they overlap, and how you can manage them at work.

The Employment Classroom Sessions #10: Disclosure, Accommodations and Self-advocacy – Wednesday, August 27

Discuss the pros and cons of disclosing, as well as how to ask for reasonable accommodations in the workplace.

Your Time, Your Way
2025-06-11 12:30 - 17:00
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.

We 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.

Our 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.

Our drop-in hours this week are 12:30 – 5:00 p.m.

Here are some suggestions of things you may like to do, but this is not an exhaustive list:

Socializing: Chat with others, make new connections, or catch up with friends

Using 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

Relaxing: Sit quietly, read, listen to music with headphones, or just enjoy the calm space

Independent Work: Bring personal projects, homework or studying you may need to do, or use the time to focus on tasks

Unstructured Activities: puzzles, sketching, journaling, or engaging in other personal hobbies

Exploring Resources: Learn about other programs, events, or services Sinneave offers

Simply Being: Spend time in the space without any specific activity, just enjoying the presence of others without any expectations to engage

To ensure a welcoming and safe space for all users, please read over the Rules of the Space before you arrive:

Check-In is Required: Everyone signs in upon arrival

No Alcohol or Drugs: This is a substance-free space for everyone’s safety and comfort

Respectful Content and Behavior: No engagement with explicit content and all interactions should be respectful

Noise Levels: Keep volume moderate to accommodate diverse activities

No formal supervision provided: Attend and engage independently
