Technology is rapidly changing and advancing. While we embrace the good things it has to offer, it has also introduced many new challenges.

Join us Tuesday, February 20, 2024 from 4:00 – 5:30 p.m. to discuss the implications of online safety and strategies for navigating electronic communication and maintaining good mental health in the process.

This session is one of a series of six drop-in workshops designed to provide autistic and neurodivergent individuals opportunities to learn and practice essential social communication skills. Each 90-minute workshop covers a different aspect of social communication, providing information, tips and strategies to help autistic and neurodivergent individuals to connect and thrive in social situations.

All workshops are in-person at The Ability Hub (300, 3820 24 Avenue NW).

There is no cost to attend these sessions.

Advance registration is not required – you can attend them all (we recommend this!) or just the ones that seem interesting to you.

All sessions begin promptly at 4:00 p.m.

If attending in-person presents a barrier for you, you can also choose to attend virtually via Sinneave Connects, our online learning portal. Sinneave Connects is FREE, but you must register for an account to use it.

If you already have a 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 portal and follow these steps:

Create a user name
Create a password (don’t forget to save it someplace handy)
Select “Register”
Choose the Drop-in Workshop: Electronic Communication Strategies course to access the virtual link.

Drop-in Workshop – Electronic Communication: Strategies for managing electronic communication and maintaining good mental health

Other Social Communication Workshop topics include:

Non-verbal Communication: Learning how to tell if others want to talk with you
Do you find it challenging to know if people are interested and willing to talk with you? In this session, we’ll talk about non-verbal communication and learn some of the visual cues and strategies you can use to find out.

Strategies for Entering Conversations: Easy ways to start or join social conversations
We know that starting a conversation or joining in a conversation that is already underway can be difficult. In this session, we’ll learn and practice a few strategies to help you enter into conversations more confidently.

Strategies for Exiting Conversations: Easy ways to end or leave a conversation
How do you end or leave a conversation when it’s time to go? In this session, we’ll talk about strategies you can learn and practice to help you leave a conversation or end a conversation in tactful ways.

Electronic Communication: Strategies for managing electronic communication and maintaining good mental health
Technology is rapidly changing and advancing. While we embrace the good things it has to offer, it has also introduced many new challenges. In this session, we’ll talk about the implications of online safety and discuss strategies for navigating electronic communication and maintaining good mental health in the process.

Establishing Social Connections: 5 Pro-tips for developing social relationships in your community
Meeting new people and making friends isn’t always easy. In this session, we’ll share 5 tips you can practice and use when it comes to making friends and maintaining social relationships.

Handling Disagreements in communication: Tips for keeping your cool
Do you find it difficult to communicate when someone disagrees with you? In this session, we’ll talk about conflict and share tips to help you keep your cool when you’re in the middle of a disagreement, as well as provide strategies to help you work through it.

If you have any questions about these workshops or if you need help navigating the Sinneave Connects online learning portal, please reach out by email at info@sinneavefoundation.org OR call us at 403 210-5000. We’re here for you!

How do you end or leave a conversation when it’s time to go?

Join us Tuesday, February 13, 2024 from 4:00 – 5:30 p.m. to talk about strategies you can learn and practice to help you leave a conversation or end a conversation in tactful ways.

This session is one of a series of six drop-in workshops designed to provide Autistic and neurodivergent individuals opportunities to learn and practice essential social communication skills. Each 90-minute workshop covers a different aspect of social communication, providing information, tips and strategies to help Autistic and neurodivergent individuals to connect and thrive in social situations.

All workshops are in-person at The Ability Hub (300, 3820 24 Avenue NW).

There is no cost to attend these sessions.

Advance registration is not required – you can attend them all (we recommend this!) or just the ones that seem interesting to you.

All sessions begin promptly at 4:00 p.m.

Create a user name
Create a password (don’t forget to save it someplace handy)
Select “Register”
Choose the Drop-in Workshop: Strategies for Exiting Conversations course to access the virtual link.

Drop-in Workshop – Strategies for Exiting Conversations: Easy ways to end or leave a conversation

Other Social Communication Workshop topics include:

Electronic Communication: Strategies for managing electronic communication and and maintaining good mental health
Technology is rapidly changing and advancing. While we embrace the good things it has to offer, it has also introduced many new challenges. In this session, we’ll talk about the implications of online safety and discuss strategies for navigating electronic communication and maintaining good mental health in the process.

We know that starting a conversation or joining in a conversation that is already underway can be difficult.

Join us Tuesday, February 6, 2024 from 4:00 – 5:30 p.m. to learn and practice a few strategies to help you enter into conversations more confidently.

All workshops are in-person at The Ability Hub (300, 3820 24 Avenue NW).

There is no cost to attend these sessions.

Advance registration is not required – you can attend them all (we recommend this!) or just the ones that seem interesting to you.

All sessions begin promptly at 4:00 p.m.

Create a user name
Create a password (don’t forget to save it someplace handy)
Select “Register”
Choose the Drop-in Workshop 2 – Strategies for Entering Conversations course to access the virtual link.

Drop-in Workshop – Strategies for Entering Conversations: Easy ways to start or join social conversations

Other Social Communication Workshop topics include:

Do you find it challenging to know if people are interested and willing to talk with you?

Join us Tuesday, January 30, 2024 from 4:00 – 5:30 p.m. to learn about non-verbal communication and some of the visual cues and strategies you can use to enhance communication in social settings.

All workshops are in-person at The Ability Hub (300, 3820 24 Avenue NW).

There is no cost to attend these sessions.

Advance registration is not required – you can attend them all (we recommend this!) or just the ones that seem interesting to you.

All sessions begin promptly at 4:00 p.m.

Create a user name
Create a password (don’t forget to save it someplace handy)
Select “Register”
Choose the Drop-in Workshop – Non-verbal Communication course to access the virtual link.

Drop-in Workshop – Non-verbal Communication: Learning how to tell if others want to talk with you

Other Social Communication Workshop topics include:

We are passionate about coming alongside Autistic and neurodivergent job seekers to assist them on their employment journeys. Whether you have a formal diagnosis or not, if you’re interested in improving your job prospects, consider joining us for our Drop-in Employment Support sessions in January 2024.

Please note these sessions will be in person only and NOT offered virtually or online.

Tuesdays, January 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 2024

1:00 – 2:30 p.m.

at The Ability Hub (300, 3820 24 Avenue NW)

You will benefit from connecting with experienced professionals who understand neurodiversity and will help identify your strengths, interests, and potential career paths.

There is no formal agenda. Participants are welcome to bring their curiosity and questions, resumes, and cover letters. Our employment specialists will focus on helping you to develop essential pre-employment skills, including:

creating an effective resume
learning and practicing interview techniques
job search strategies
and more!

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

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

There is no cost for these sessions and you don’t need to register in advance, just drop-in. We hope to see you there!

About the Presenters: Meet the Sinneave Employment Team: Marcela, Sherry, and Ryan. They are a dedicated group of professionals committed to empowering neurodivergent individuals on their journeys towards meaningful employment and career success.

Please note these sessions will be in person only and NOT offered virtually or online.

Tuesdays, January 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 2024

1:00 – 2:30 p.m.

at The Ability Hub (300, 3820 24 Avenue NW)

You will benefit from connecting with experienced professionals who understand neurodiversity and will help identify your strengths, interests, and potential career paths.

creating an effective resume
learning and practicing interview techniques
job search strategies
and more!

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

There is no cost for these sessions and you don’t need to register in advance, just drop-in. We hope to see you there!

Please note these sessions will be in person only and NOT offered virtually or online.

Tuesdays, January 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 2024

1:00 – 2:30 p.m.

at The Ability Hub (300, 3820 24 Avenue NW)

You will benefit from connecting with experienced professionals who understand neurodiversity and will help identify your strengths, interests, and potential career paths.

creating an effective resume
learning and practicing interview techniques
job search strategies
and more!

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

There is no cost for these sessions and you don’t need to register in advance, just drop-in. We hope to see you there!

Please note these sessions will be in person only and NOT offered virtually or online.

Tuesdays, January 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 2024

1:00 – 2:30 p.m.

at The Ability Hub (300, 3820 24 Avenue NW)

You will benefit from connecting with experienced professionals who understand neurodiversity and will help identify your strengths, interests, and potential career paths.

creating an effective resume
learning and practicing interview techniques
job search strategies
and more!

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

There is no cost for these sessions and you don’t need to register in advance, just drop-in. We hope to see you there!

Please note these sessions will be in person only and NOT offered virtually or online.

Tuesdays, January 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 2024

1:00 – 2:30 p.m.

at The Ability Hub (300, 3820 24 Avenue NW)

You will benefit from connecting with experienced professionals who understand neurodiversity and will help identify your strengths, interests, and potential career paths.

creating an effective resume
learning and practicing interview techniques
job search strategies
and more!

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

There is no cost for these sessions and you don’t need to register in advance, just drop-in. We hope to see you there!