September 24 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
As parents, guardians, and caregivers; you play an important part in the successful transition of a young adult into the workforce.
Session #2: Find Your Workplace Strengths
This session is focused on supporting your young adult to identify their strengths and skills and match these strengths to potential job opportunities. You will learn about different tools that will help you to make the connections between strengths and work opportunities. You will also learn about how to recognize and support your own needs through the process of supporting your young person on this journey.
In this session, you will:
- Learn how to help your young adult identify their strengths and skills
- Learn about the tools that are available to help your adult match their skills to related jobs
- Learn how to create a Strengths-Based Job Search Plan
Wednesday, September 24, 2025
6:00 – 7:00 pm
In-person At The Ability Hub (300, 3820 24 Avenue NW)
This 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.
Through this series, you will:
- Build confidence in supporting your young adult’s employment journey
- Learn how to apply the FWRT at home to break the process into manageable steps
- Explore community resources that complement the toolkit
- Connect with other parents and guardians navigating similar experiences
By 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.
** Space in these sessions is limited and advance registration is required through Sinneave Connects, our online learning hub. If there are no spots available, you can sign up to be placed on a waiting list and a member of our team will reach out to you directly if spots open up.**
** Please note there is a Pre-Course survey that needs to be completed after you successfully register for this session. You can find it in the Course Syllabus on the event page called, “Pre-Course Survey”. **
There is no cost to attend these sessions. Sinneave Connects is FREE, but you need to register for an account to use it.
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 hub and follow these steps:
- Create a user name
- Create a password (don’t forget to save it someplace handy!)
- Select “Register”
- Choose the Building Your Toolbox and Supporting the Transition to Employment: Find Your Workplace Strengths – September 24, 2025 session.
- Click on the, “Choose session” button, and then press Confirm.
About the Presenter:
Stéphanie 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.
If you have any questions about these sessions, please reach out by email at info@sinneavefoundation.org OR call us at 403 210-5000. We’re here to help.
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**Please note space for this session is now full and there are no spots available to register for. Consider signing up for the next session, which will take place on September 24. Click here to learn more and to register. **
As parents, guardians, and caregivers; you play an important part in the successful transition of a young adult into the workforce.
Session: Consider Different Work Options
This in-person session is focused on the different options available to a young adult entering the workforce. You will learn about different tools that will help you to frame conversations related to employment, and answer the fundamental question, “Where do we start?”. You will also learn about how to recognize and support your own needs through the process of supporting your young adult on this journey.
In this in-person session, you will:
- Identify your needs and expectations about the process of supporting your young adult through their employment journey
- Learn about different work options that are available to your young adult
- Gain access to resources and tools that will help guide conversations about employment with your young adult
Wednesday, September 10, 2025
6:00 – 7:00 pm
In-person At The Ability Hub (300, 3820 24 Avenue NW)
This 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.
Through this series, you will:
- Build confidence in supporting your young adult’s employment journey
- Learn how to apply the FWRT at home to break the process into manageable steps
- Explore community resources that complement the toolkit
- Connect with other parents and guardians navigating similar experiences
By 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.
About the Presenter:
Stéphanie 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.
If you have any questions, please reach out to info@sinneavefoundation.org OR call us at 403 210-5000. We’re here to help.
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September 24 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
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, September 24 to learn about the difference between a job and a career, as well as what you can do to advance in your own career.
Specifically, you will understand:
- Why you need a career planning outline.
- What you should expect at a new job.
- Why choosing a career that is practical and relevant to you is important.
- What challenges might be presented during your job search and in the job market.
The 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.
** Please note: Space in these workshops is limited and advance registration is required. **
Wednesday, September 24, 2025
10:00 am – 12:00 p.m.
In-person at The Ability Hub (300, 3820 24 Avenue NW)
Registration is through Sinneave Connects, our online learning hub.
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:
- Pick a username
- Pick a password (Don’t forget to record it somewhere safe for next time!)
- Choose The Employment Classroom: Creating a career plan workshop and click on the enroll button
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.
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!
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September 10 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
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, September 10 to learn about how to read a pay stub, how to plan a budget, and how to avoid financial scams.
Specifically, you will:
- Learn the skills you need to manage your personal income, and understand that expenses and having a budget are the most basic tools you need in your financial toolkit.
- Understand why it is important to distinguish needs from wants in your own personal finances.
- Identify gross income from all sources and deductions from gross income on a pay stub.
- Adjust a personal budget to allow you to achieve a simple financial goal.
The 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.
** Please note: Space in these workshops is limited and advance registration is required. **
Wednesday, September 10, 2025
10:00 am – 12:00 p.m.
In-person at The Ability Hub (300, 3820 24 Avenue NW)
Registration is through Sinneave Connects, our online learning hub.
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:
- Pick a username
- Pick a password (Don’t forget to record it somewhere safe for next time!)
- Choose The Employment Classroom: Understanding your pay and budgeting – Registration workshop and click on the enroll button
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.
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!
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September 17 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
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!
Join us for a 60-minute virtual information session and Q & A and get to know all about us!
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!
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.
Wednesday, September 17, 2025
2:00 – 3:00 pm
Online via Sinneave Connects
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 that says, “Sinneave Connects” 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 – September 17, 2025″ session to register for the session and to access the virtual link.
If you need assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out by emailing info@sinneavefoundation.org or call us at 403 210-5000. We hope to see you there!
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August 28 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
As we continue to see a shift towards more diversity and inclusion at the forefront of organizational priorities, Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) have become a vital platform for fostering greater understanding, community, and systemic change in the workforce. ERGs are voluntary, employee-led groups whose aim is to foster a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organizations they serve.
Join NEUROinclusive Workforce Solutions for a free, one hour webinar to explore a people-first approach on how to build and grow effective neurodiversity Employee Resource Groups. Pamela Perez, a Human Resources (HR) strategist and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) champion, will explore tools and ideas for creating safe, empowering spaces where all minds can thrive.
This webinar is targeted towards employers and human resources professionals and those interested in learning about ERGs with a particular focus on those for neurodivergent employees.
Thursday, August 28
12:00 – 1:00 p.m. Mountain time
Online via NEUROinclusive Workforce Solutions Hub
This webinar is hosted on the NEUROinclusive Workforce 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 webinar, but it’s FREE and EASY!
1. Click the button that says, “Solutions Hub” to be directed to the hub.
2. Create a username
3. Pick a password
4. Register in the “A Practical Guide to Building Neurodiversity ERGs” webinar
About the Presenter:
Pamela Perez has over 15 years of progressive leadership experience as a People & Culture professional and coach. As a Diversity and Inclusion professional, she has collaborated and partnered with several organizations and institutions across Canada to support equity deserving groups and remove barriers to living a meaningful life.
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August 26 @ 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
How do you end or leave a conversation when it’s time to go? In this workshop, we’ll talk about strategies you can learn and practice to help you leave a conversation or end a conversation in tactful ways whether that’s through one-on-one or group conversations.
In this workshop, you will gain the skills and knowledge to:
- Discuss strategies for exiting conversations
- Recognizing disinterest in communication
- Managing rejection & moving forward
- Setting the stage for future engagements
This session is one of several drop-in workshops we offer that are designed to provide Autistic or neurodivergent individuals opportunities to learn and practice essential social communication skills in a safe and welcoming setting.
Each 90-minute workshop covers a different aspect of social communication, providing information, tips and strategies intended to help in day-to-day social situations. There is no cost to attend these sessions and you can just drop-in. Attend them all or the ones that seem interesting to you.
About the Presenter:
Yonatan Tesfagiorgis is a Life Skills Coach at The Sinneave Family Foundation and has been working with neurodivergent and Autistic individuals for over 8 years. He strives to offer skill building strategies using a neuro affirming framework and provides an inclusive space for all individuals.
Tuesday, August 26, 2025
5:00 – 6:30 pm
In-person At The Ability Hub (300, 3820 24 Avenue NW)
If you have any questions about these workshops, please reach out by email at info@sinneavefoundation.org OR call us at 403 210-5000. We’re here to help.
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August 27 @ 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Learn how to create meaningful and realistic goals and then take action to achieve them – one at a time.
In this fun and interactive session, participants will learn about the importance of values and how they inform our life goals. We will also learn about SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) goals and how to determine what yours might be.
Attendees will have an opportunity to participate in a values and a goal-setting exercise to practice these skills.
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
5:00 pm – 6:30 p.m.
In-person at The Ability Hub (300, 3820 24 Avenue NW)
P.S. If you attended the Visioning workshop on August 20, this workshop is a great way to follow up, helping you take practical and realistic steps towards making your vision for your life a reality.
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August 20 @ 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
In this interactive session, we will discuss the importance of visualization and how it helps to create a positive self-image and increase confidence. Participants will learn about the power of thought and imagination and how increasing your confidence can help you take reasonable action steps toward making the vision and goals for your life a reality.
Attendees will also be making a vision board to take home. All materials will be provided.
Vision boards are tactile and visual tools to help you visualize and set goals around your education, career, family, relationships and more. The images you choose can help you better envision what you would like your life to look like.
Creating a vision board can help you figure out what’s important to you, which can help to inform your future steps. Displaying your vision board in a place where you regularly see it can be a great reminder of those things in your daily life.
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
5:00 pm – 6:30 p.m.
In-person at The Ability Hub (300, 3820 24 Avenue NW)
If you have any questions about this session, please email info@sinneavefoundation.org or call us at 403 210-5000. We’re here to help!
P.S. If you want to build on the things you learn in this workshop, we encourage you to attend our Goal Setting workshop on Wednesday, August 27. Attending both will give you the skills you need to take practical and realistic steps towards making your vision for your life a reality.
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August 28 @ 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm
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.
On Thursday, August 28, we’re hosting a special activity during the Your Time, Your Way time.
Drop-in as we practice mindfulness and promote self-care through using arts and crafts. Participants can enjoy a variety of craft activities listed below while learning how these activities can promote better self-care.
- Adult coloring
- Tie and die
- Origami
Try your hand at the various craft activities being offered. Engage individually or connect with new people — it’s up to you.
Thursday, August 28
5:00 – 7:30 p.m.
In-person @ The Ability Hub (300, 3820 24 Ave NW)
Here are some other suggestions of things you may like to do if you aren’t interested in the arts and crafts, 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