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SUMMARY:Employment Skills Help Desk
DESCRIPTION:Benefit from connecting one-on-one 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. \n\n\n\nAttendees are encouraged to select from available topics to receive tailored guidance or bring other employment-related concerns they may have. Our employment coaches have experience and expertise in: \n\n\n\n\nCareer Exploration\n\n\n\nCover Letter Writing\n\n\n\nDisclosure & Accommodations\n\n\n\nInterview Prep\n\n\n\nJob Search Strategies\n\n\n\nResume Building\n\n\n\nApplicant Tracking System (ATS)\n\n\n\n1:1 Facilitator guidance* (Maximum 45 minutes)\n\n\n\n\nTuesday\, October 7\, 20252:00 – 3:30 pmIn-Person at The Ability Hub (300\, 3820 24 Avenue NW) \n\n\n\nAttendees must book an in-person 45-minute appointment with one of our three facilitators. \n\n\n\nAvailable times:  \n\n\n\n3 appointments from 2:00 – 2:45 p.m. \n\n\n\n3 appointments from 2:45 – 3:30 p.m. \n\n\n\nAppointments can be booked on Sinneave Connects\, our online learning hub. When you click the button that says\, “Sinneave Connects” you will be directed to the log-in page. If you already have an account\, just log in as usual. \n\n\n\nIf you don’t have an account\, it’s free and easy to set up. \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 Employment Skills Help Desk Registration – October 7\, 2025 and follow the instructions.\n\n\n\n\n\nSinneave Connects\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease 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. Please choose an available time slot on a different day. \n\n\n\nIf 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!
URL:https://sinneavefoundation.org/event/employment-skills-help-desk-11/
LOCATION:The Ability Hub\, Suite #300\, 3820 - 24th Avenue NW\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T3B-2X9\, Canada
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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:THINK: Executive Functioning & Ideation Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Entrepreneurship starts in the mind. Join us as we launch the first neuroinclusive entrepreneurship workshop\, THINK: Executive Functioning and Ideation\, which will explore how executive functioning powers planning\, prioritizing\, and problem-solving. \n\n\n\nThrough the CAR (Creative\, Analytical\, and Reflective) problem-solving framework\, we will understand the link between executive functioning and entrepreneurship\, applying hands-on strategies to real life scenarios. Some of these strategies will include practical tools\, visual prompts\, and low-pressure collaboration designed for neurodivergent thinkers.  \n\n\n\nThursday\, October 9\, 20256:00 – 7:30 PMIn-person at The Ability Hub (3820 24 Ave NW) \n\n\n\nInterested in attending the other two neuroinclusive entrepreneurship workshops? Join us for our second workshop\, PROVE on October 16\, where we will learn business planning essentials\, and our final workshop\, SPEAK on October 23\, where we will pitch our ideas with confidence. \n\n\n\nThis workshop is free and registration is required through Sinneave Connects\, our online learning hub. When you click the button that says\, “Sinneave Connects” you will be directed to the log-in page. If you already have an account\, just log in as usual. \n\n\n\nIf you don’t have an account\, it’s free and easy to set up: \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 THINK: Executive Functioning & Ideation Workshop – Registration event and follow the instructions.\n\n\n\n\n\nSinneave Connects\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Presenter \n\n\n\nRaiyana Shams is the developer and facilitator of the Neuroinclusive Entrepreneurship Workshop Series with The Sinneave Family Foundation. She has designed and led neuroinclusive entrepreneurship programming on campus and collaborates with community partners to make business education more accessible. \n\n\n\nIf you have any questions or require 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/think-executive-functioning-ideation-workshop/
LOCATION:The Ability Hub\, Suite #300\, 3820 - 24th Avenue NW\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T3B-2X9\, Canada
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SUMMARY:PROVE: Business Planning and Problem-Solving Workshop
DESCRIPTION:No business plan? No problem. Join us for our second neuroinclusive entrepreneurship workshop\, PROVE: Business Planning and Problem-Solving\, which will teach you how to structure your venture with a business plan that actually works for your brain. \n\n\n\nWhether you are just starting to develop a business idea or expanding your venture\, this workshop gives you direction. You will have an opportunity to collaborate with fellow entrepreneurs\, receive one-on-one support\, and guided reflection to make your business plan structured and reliable.  \n\n\n\nThursday\, October 16\, 20256:00 – 7:30 PMIn-person at The Ability Hub (3820 24 Ave NW) \n\n\n\nInterested in attending the final neuroinclusive entrepreneurship workshop? Join us for our final workshop\, SPEAK\, where we will pitch our ideas with confidence\, learn how to move from information to persuasion\, and show off our business ventures. \n\n\n\nThis workshop is free and registration is required via Sinneave Connects\, our online learning hub. When you click the button that says\, “Sinneave Connects” you will be directed to the log-in page. If you already have an account\, just log in as usual. \n\n\n\nIf you don’t have an account\, it’s free and easy to set up: \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 PROVE: Business Planning and Problem-Solving Workshop – Registration event and follow the instructions.\n\n\n\n\n\nSinneave Connects\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you have any questions or require assistance\, please reach out to us at info@sinneavefoundation.org or call our office at 403 210-5000. We’re here to help! \n\n\n\nAbout the Presenter \n\n\n\nRaiyana Shams is the developer and facilitator of the Neuroinclusive Entrepreneurship Workshop Series with The Sinneave Family Foundation. She has designed and led neuroinclusive entrepreneurship programming on campus and collaborates with community partners to make business education more accessible.
URL:https://sinneavefoundation.org/event/prove-business-planning-and-problem-solving-workshop/
LOCATION:The Ability Hub\, Suite #300\, 3820 - 24th Avenue NW\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T3B-2X9\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Employment Skills Help Desk
DESCRIPTION:Benefit from connecting one-on-one 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. \n\n\n\nAttendees are encouraged to select from available topics to receive tailored guidance or bring other employment-related concerns they may have. Our employment coaches have experience and expertise in: \n\n\n\n\nCareer Exploration\n\n\n\nCover Letter Writing\n\n\n\nDisclosure & Accommodations\n\n\n\nInterview Prep\n\n\n\nJob Search Strategies\n\n\n\nResume Building\n\n\n\nApplicant Tracking System (ATS)\n\n\n\n1:1 Facilitator guidance* (Maximum 45 minutes)\n\n\n\n\nTuesday\, October 21\, 20252:00 – 3:30 pmIn-Person at The Ability Hub (300\, 3820 24 Avenue NW) \n\n\n\nAttendees must book an in-person 45-minute appointment with one of our three facilitators. \n\n\n\nAvailable times:  \n\n\n\n3 appointments from 2:00 – 2:45 p.m. \n\n\n\n3 appointments from 2:45 – 3:30 p.m. \n\n\n\nAppointments can be booked on Sinneave Connects\, our online learning hub. When you click the button that says\, “Sinneave Connects” you will be directed to the log-in page. If you already have an account\, just log in as usual. \n\n\n\nIf you don’t have an account\, it’s free and easy to set up. \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 Employment Skills Help Desk Registration – October 21\, 2025 and follow the instructions.\n\n\n\n\n\nSinneave Connects\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease 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. Please choose an available time slot on a different day. \n\n\n\nIf 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!
URL:https://sinneavefoundation.org/event/employment-skills-help-desk-12/
LOCATION:The Ability Hub\, Suite #300\, 3820 - 24th Avenue NW\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T3B-2X9\, Canada
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SUMMARY:The Employment Classroom: Matching your strengths to the right jobs
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\nThe session on Wednesday\, October 22 will focus on matching your strengths to the right jobs. Specifically\, you will have the opportunity to: \n\n\n\n\nLearn about your strengths and how your strengths can help you find the right job for you and\,\n\n\n\nIdentify your strengths and interests which will help with aligning your job search to industries and roles that are a good match.\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 22\, 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: Matching your strengths to the right jobs – 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 are part of the Sinneave Employment Team 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-matching-your-strengths-to-the-right-jobs/
LOCATION:The Ability Hub\, Suite #300\, 3820 - 24th Avenue NW\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T3B-2X9\, Canada
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SUMMARY:SPEAK: Pitching and Value Proposition Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Your entrepreneurial idea is strong and together we can make it unforgettable. Join us for our final neuroinclusive entrepreneurship workshop\, SPEAK: Pitching and Value Proposition Workshop\, which will explore how to communicate and pitch your entrepreneurial idea using clarity\, structure\, and storytelling. Furthermore\, the workshop will teach you how to pitch with purpose\, combining your lived experience\, business model\, and authentic voice. \n\n\n\nThrough the PIVOTS (Problem\, Impact\, Value\, Outcome\, Trajectory\, and Story) framework – we will help you draft a pitch you want to deliver. In this workshop\, you can expect guided prompts\, scripts\, visual tone cues\, and ample feedback provided\, leaving you with a pitch you believe in. \n\n\n\nThursday\, October 23\, 20256:00 – 7:30 PMIn-person at The Ability Hub (3820 24 Ave NW) \n\n\n\nThis workshop is free and registration is required through Sinneave Connects\, our online learning hub. When you click the button that says\, “Sinneave Connects” you will be directed to the log-in page. If you already have an account\, just log in as usual. \n\n\n\nIf you don’t have an account\, it’s free and easy to set up: \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 SPEAK: Pitching and Value Proposition Workshop – Registration event and follow the instructions.\n\n\n\n\n\nSinneave Connects\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Presenter \n\n\n\nRaiyana Shams is the developer and facilitator of the Neuroinclusive Entrepreneurship Workshop Series with The Sinneave Family Foundation. She has designed and led neuroinclusive entrepreneurship programming on campus and collaborates with community partners to make business education more accessible. \n\n\n\nIf you have any questions or require 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/speak-pitching-and-value-proposition-workshop/
LOCATION:The Ability Hub\, Suite #300\, 3820 - 24th Avenue NW\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T3B-2X9\, Canada
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