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SUMMARY:Living the Good Life: A peer-led space for newly identified Autistic adults
DESCRIPTION:What now? Discovering autism later in life can be both liberating and disorienting. Many Autistic adults describe feeling “between worlds” no longer fitting the old stories they were told about themselves\, yet still uncertain how to embrace a new way forward. Living The Good Life offers held space to share this journey with others who “get it”\, so you don’t have to navigate it alone\, while exploring new possibilities for identity\, connection\, and meaning. \n\n\n\nThis peer-facilitated drop-in group is for adults who are newly diagnosed\, late-identified\, or newly aware/self-diagnosed Autistic\, and who are navigating the early stages of understanding what that means. Together\, we explore what it means to “be Autistic” through storytelling\, connection\, reflection\, and lived experience. \n\n\n\nAt its heart\, this series is about beginning again from the other side of this liminal space. It isn’t about arriving at a fixed destination but stepping into an ongoing process of your becoming. Discovering\, learning\, and shaping your own path. \n\n\n\nWednesdays\, January 21\, February 4\, February 18\, March 4\, 20266:00 – 7:30 p.m.In-person at The Ability Hub (300\, 3820 24 Avenue NW) \n\n\n\nThis is not a therapy group. It is a space for mutual support\, co-regulation\, and honest\, non-performative conversation. Everyone enters as an equal. Not as experts (including the facilitator) but as people\, uncovering something we’ve always been. \n\n\n\nLed by an Autistic facilitator(s) who are walking this road themselves\, each session offers space to unmask\, grieve\, reframe\, and slowly rebuild. Together\, we’ll witness and support one another as we navigate loss\, joy\, hope\, and the beginnings of a new relationship with ourselves\, on our own terms. \n\n\n\nPlease note: This space is exclusively for people who identify as Autistic and are in the early stages of that discovery. It is not intended for allies\, parents\, professionals\, or those who are curious but do not personally identify. This boundary ensures participants can share openly without explanation or justification. \n\n\n\nThe purpose of this group is to provide a supportive\, non-clinical peer-led space for Autistic adults who are newly\, late\, or self-identified\, to begin exploring what it means to live authentically for themselves after diagnosis. \n\n\n\nIn this pilot series\, participants will: \n\n\n\n\nEngage with their feelings and reactions openly\, recognizing that all emotions are valid (and can be “ACT’d” on) and important to their journey.\n\n\n\nBuild trust in themselves again\, their instincts\, and their experiences as they navigate new understandings of identity.\n\n\n\nExplore life as an ongoing process\, focusing on growth\, self-discovery\, and meaningful connection rather than fixed outcomes (or this is the “right way to…”)\, that they may have been stuck in.\n\n\n\nWitness and be witnessed (Leave grounded) by peers\, fostering a sense of belonging\, validation\, and mutual support; Triaged support so people don’t have to do it alone.\n\n\n\nBegin cultivating a more authentic relationship with themselves\, learning to move toward a personally meaningful version of their “the good life.”\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n**You can drop-in to any or all of the sessions\, there is no cost to attend. ** \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Presenter: \n\n\n\nRyan Elkanah is a late-diagnosed AuDHD adult with lived experience navigating identity\, masking\, mental health\, burnout\, and loss\, as well as reclaiming agency. They bring a neuro-affirming\, values-driven\, strength-based\, and trauma-informed lens to peer support\, grounded in experience as an Autistic self-advocate and facilitator at Sinneave.  \n\n\n\nWith backgrounds in community development and youth work\, Ryan creates and holds spaces for authentic connection\, reflection\, and witnessing. A lifelong learner\, they are passionate about supporting those who have been misunderstood\, marginalized\, or overlooked\, helping participants explore their own paths toward living authentically and embracing the ongoing process of self-discovery. \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/living-the-good-life-a-peer-led-space-for-newly-identified-autistic-adults-4/
LOCATION:The Ability Hub\, Suite #300\, 3820 - 24th Avenue NW\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T3B-2X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Learning & Connection Activity,Workshops
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SUMMARY:Language Matters: How We Communicate Our Findings as Scientists (Part 1)
DESCRIPTION:​This presentation is part of the Azrieli Accelerator Engaged Research Discussion Series. During this online discussion we will explore how the language used in research shapes public understanding\, policy conversations\, and community trust.  \n\n\n\nUsing neurodiversity-affirming language as a case example\, we will examine how people with lived experience wish to be represented in scientific literature and the responsibilities researchers hold as their work circulates beyond academic journals.  \n\n\n\nParticipants will reflect on precision\, accuracy\, and intentional language choices in research communication. \n\n\n\nTuesday\, March 1712:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. (Mountain Time)Online via Azrieli Accelerator \n\n\n\nRegistration for this event is via the Azrieli Accelerator. You can register by clicking the button that says\, “Register”. \n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n​About the Azrieli Accelerator Engaged Research Discussion Series \n\n\n\n​This series helps researchers build capacity to meaningfully engage people with lived experience as participants and partners in research. Open to researchers and trainees across all disciplines\, we introduce core principles of engaged research and explore how inclusive\, community-partnered approaches can strengthen research design\, practice\, and knowledge sharing in neurodevelopment research. 
URL:https://sinneavefoundation.org/event/language-matters-how-we-communicate-our-findings-as-scientists-part-1/
LOCATION:Online via Azrieli Accelerator
CATEGORIES:Presentation,Special Events
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SUMMARY:Women's Group: Peer Support for 18+
DESCRIPTION:Women often face unique experiences as Autistic and neurodivergent individuals\, including how we socialize\, societal expectations\, and how Autism is understood and expressed.  \n\n\n\nWe’re thrilled to offer a new group designed specifically for Autistic and neurodivergent adults (18+) who identify as women or who connect with experiences of womanhood.* This is not a therapy group\, but rather\, a supportive\, non-clinical space to discuss and share ideas\, lived experiences\, and connect meaningfully with others. \n\n\n\nThe content and resources shared in this group are informed by both lived Autistic experience and research as they intersect with gendered experiences in society. \n\n\n\nIn this first session\, we’ll discuss: \n\n\n\n\nUnderstanding Autism and gender differences\n\n\n\nUnderstanding how this affects presentation\, diagnosis\, and the link to stereotypes\n\n\n\nBreaking down barriers and stereotypes\n\n\n\n\n*This group is intended for Autistic and neurodivergent folks who identify as women or who connect with experiences of womanhood\, inclusive of non-binary and other 2SLGBTQ+ identities and expressions. This boundary ensures that participants can share openly without explanation\, justification or judgement. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTuesday\, March 176:00 – 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\n\n\nRegistration is appreciated\, but not required. If you sign up in advance\, our facilitators are able to contact you in the event of a last-minute change in plans. Drop-ins are also welcome.  \n\n\n\nTo register\, log in to Sinneave Connects. If you don’t have a Sinneave Connects account 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\n\n\n\nSelect “Register”\n\n\n\nChoose the Women’s Group: Peer Support for 18+ workshop and click on the enroll button\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSinneave Connects\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the presenters:Kristen Coglon is a Life Skills Coach at The Sinneave Family Foundation. She has been working with Sinneave for more than 4 years and in the Human Services field for more than 10 years. Her experiences have been working with individuals across the lifespan\, and she has gained valuable skills and knowledge that contribute to her daily work. Kristen is a passionate and empathetic person who is happy to be a listening ear\, supportive coach\, and an advocate for Autistic and neurodivergent adults.  \n\n\n\nAlexandra (Ali) Skeet is a Learning and Connection Associate at The Sinneave Family Foundation. She delivers the Information and Navigation service where they have the pleasure to meet with Autistic and neurodivergent individuals one-on-one to provide consistent\, person-centred information and navigation to Sinneave programs and services\, and/or community-based resources. Ali has both professional and lived experience navigating identity\, and the intersectional impact of societal expectations/beliefs on neurodivergent individuals. They bring over a decade of experience in the field of mental health\, and a passion for person-centered care and intersectional inclusivity. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \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/womens-group-peer-support-for-18/
CATEGORIES:Information Session,Learning & Connection Activity
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SUMMARY:Autistic Journeys: Heather Hanninen Fairbaim
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\nThis 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! \n\n\n\nThis session is brought to you by Autism Edmonton and The Sinneave Family Foundation. \n\n\n\nThursday\, March 19\, 20267:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.Online via Autism Edmonton \n\n\n\nRegistration for this event is via Autism Edmonton’s website. You can register by clicking the button that says\, “Register”. \n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Presenter: \n\n\n\nHeather 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. \n\n\n\nHeather 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. \n\n\n\nHeather 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.
URL:https://sinneavefoundation.org/event/autistic-journeys-heather-hanninen-fairbaim/
LOCATION:Online via Autism Edmonton
CATEGORIES:Presentation,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260325T110000
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SUMMARY:AIDE Canada Webinar - Autism\, Aging\, and Cancer: Rethinking Care Pathways
DESCRIPTION:Cancer can affect anyone\, and growing awareness is helping healthcare providers better understand how to support Autistic patients throughout diagnosis and treatment. \n\n\n\nAs research and lived experience continue to inform practice\, there is increasing recognition that sensory environments\, communication styles\, and healthcare systems can play an important role in how Autistic people experience cancer care – particularly for aging Autistic adults navigating complex treatment pathways. \n\n\n\nJoin Dr. Char Goodwin\, Dr. Mary Doherty\, and Melissa Levin for an insightful discussion exploring how cancer care can evolve to better meet the needs of Autistic patients. \n\n\n\nDrawing on research\, clinical insight\, and lived expertise\, the panel will highlight both the challenges Autistic patients report and the approaches that are making care more accessible and supportive across the cancer journey. \n\n\n\nIn this webinar\, we’ll explore: \n\n\n\n• What Autistic patients say is most helpful across screening\, diagnosis\, and treatment• How communication\, sensory awareness\, and flexible practices can improve care• Practical strategies clinicians and support networks can use to create more accessible healthcare experiences \n\n\n\nParticipants will also hear system-level ideas that can help healthcare environments become more responsive and supportive\, so Autistic patients can focus on their health rather than navigating barriers.  \n\n\n\nThis session is designed for Autistic adults\, caregivers\, healthcare professionals\, researchers\, and anyone interested in strengthening cancer care for Autistic people. \n\n\n\nWednesday\, March 2511:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (Mountain Time)Online via AIDE Canada \n\n\n\nRegistration for this event is via AIDE Canada’s website. You can register by clicking the button that says\, “Register”. \n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Presenters:Dr. Mary DohertyMelissa LevinDr. Char Goodwin \n\n\n\nModerator: \n\n\n\nDouglas Parsons – Training and Resource Manager\,  Autism Edmonton
URL:https://sinneavefoundation.org/event/aide-canada-webinar-autism-aging-and-cancer-rethinking-care-pathways/
LOCATION:Online via Aide Canada and Autism Edmonton
CATEGORIES:Presentation,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260326T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260326T200000
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SUMMARY:Autistic Journeys: Voices and Perspectives - Terri Robson
DESCRIPTION:After overcoming struggles to accept and understand the impact of autism in her own life\, Terri Robson was inspired to help others. With incredible determination she has engaged in various projects to raise awareness of and remove barriers for individuals with Autism. \n\n\n\nTerri has become an ambassador and a voice for thousands of Albertans and Canadians who cannot speak for themselves. The impact of Terri’s tireless work is tremendous as her presentations continue to be well-received in communities and have even exceeded her own expectations.  \n\n\n\nHer impressive skills are not limited to her workspace. Terri is a leader and mentor who has worked tirelessly at many varied events in Alberta for years. Her determination\, hard work and effectiveness continue to inspire and to make a difference in Alberta’s communities. \n\n\n\nDynamic\, funny\, and informative\, Terri will share how she became an advocate for herself and for others. You don’t want to miss it. \n\n\n\nThis learning session is part of Autism Edmonton’s “Autistic Journeys: Voices and Perspectives” series which is brought to you with support from the Sinneave Family Foundation. \n\n\n\nThursday\, March 267:00 – 8:00 p.m. (Mountain Time)Online via Autism Edmonton \n\n\n\nRegistration for this event is via Autism Edmonton’s website. You can register by clicking the button that says\, “Register”. \n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://sinneavefoundation.org/event/autistic-journeys-voices-and-perspectives-terri-robson/
LOCATION:Online via Eventbrite
CATEGORIES:Presentation,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260331T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260331T120000
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SUMMARY:AIDE Canada Webinar - The Female Autism Gap: Why Diagnostic Tools are Failing Women
DESCRIPTION:For many years\, autism research and diagnostic tools focused primarily on male presentations. As research and lived experience continue to shape the field\, our understanding of how Autism presents in girls and women is growing. \n\n\n\nThis important panel brings together three leading voices who are helping advance that understanding and improve how autism is recognized and assessed. \n\n\n\nTogether\, they will explore why many women have historically been overlooked in diagnostic processes\, and how research\, clinical insight\, and lived expertise are helping change that. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nDuring this webinar\, we’ll explore: \n\n\n\n• Why current Autism diagnostic tools may not fully capture female presentations• How camouflaging and gendered expectations can influence clinical assessment• What emerging research and practice can do to improve recognition and support  \n\n\n\nThis discussion is designed for clinicians\, educators\, researchers\, families\, and Autistic individuals interested in building a fuller understanding of the female autism experience. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nTuesday\, March 3111:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (Mountain Time)Online via AIDE Canada \n\n\n\nRegistration for this event is via AIDE Canada’s website. You can register by clicking the button that says\, “Register”. \n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Presenters:Dr. Gina RipponDr. Dana WatersDr. Kimberly Armstrong \n\n\n\nModerator: \n\n\n\nDouglas Parsons – Training and Resource Manager\,  Autism Edmonton
URL:https://sinneavefoundation.org/event/aide-canada-webinar-the-female-autism-gap-why-diagnostic-tools-are-failing-women/
LOCATION:Online via Aide Canada and Autism Edmonton
CATEGORIES:Presentation,Special Events
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