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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
We love supporting autistic and neurodivergent individuals in exploring career options. But, in doing so, we sometimes tend to think about and focus on more traditional roles and jobs first–the possibility of entrepreneurship isn’t often considered. But the reality is that entrepreneurship is a viable career option where neurodivergent people can thrive.
Many neurodivergent people are well suited to be entrepreneurs. By creating their own companies, people on the spectrum can develop a work environment that leverages their interests, strengths, skills and abilities, and accommodates their work style and comfort level. The flexibility of entrepreneurship opens up all kinds of employment opportunities to a talent pool that is very skilled and capable, but often underemployed due to the way society defines “work.”
If you’re interested to learn more about self-employment and the entrepreneurial journey, you’re invited to join us for an inspiring presentation featuring Margaux Wosk (they/them). Margaux is an autistic artist–among other things–and owner and operator of Retrophiliac, an online store. They are passionate about breaking down barriers that neurodivergent individuals face in society and empowering them to create the lives they want.
In this virtual presentation, Margaux will share:
- about their journey towards becoming an entrepreneur
- why self-employment works for them (and might for you too!)
- things they’ve learned along the way, and
- some action steps attendees can take, whether you are a self-advocate, a member of a support network (like parents, guardians, family member or friends), or a business owner, operator, or if you have influence where policy is being discussed and developed.
Join us:
Thursday, December 7, 2023
6:30 – 7:45 p.m. (Mountain Time)
Online via Sinneave Connects
There is no cost to attend this presentation, but you will need to create a FREE account to access our online platform. It’s easy! Click the button below that says, “Empowering Neurodiversity: The Entrepreneurial Journey.” You will be directed to the portal–just follow the prompts.
- Pick a user name
- Pick a password (Don’t forget to record it somewhere safe for next time!)
- Select “Register”
- Choose “Empowering Neurodiversity: The Entrepreneurial Journey” and enroll.
Empowering Neurodiversity: The Entrepreneurial Journey
If you need technical support navigating Sinneave Connects, please email us at info@sinneavefoundation.org or call 403 210-5000. We’re here to help!
A little bit more about Margaux: Margaux Wosk (they/them)–owner and operator of Retrophiliac–is an autistic, non-binary, self-taught artist, designer, writer, entrepreneur, disability advocate and activist based in Vancouver, BC (Unceded Coast Salish Territory). Margaux has always been a creative person. Coming from an eccentric family of artists, they credit them for fostering their unique vision. They have been able to utilise their one-of-a-kind ideas as an outlet for positive change, self-expression, and vibrant works of art. Margaux designs merchandise including a line of neurodiversity pride pieces and hopes to break down barriers and eliminate stigma. Proudly, they use their art to open a dialogue of what Autistic and disabled people are capable of, and trailblaze the way for other self-employed people in their position.
Margaux’s body of work comes in many forms, including vibrant, retro inspired paintings and mixed media work, to enamel pins, patches and stickers. Most notably, Margaux’s neurodiversity and autistic pride collections have garnered attention from around the world.
They have received multiple BC Arts Council Grants, their art was featured on the cover of York University’s Mental Health Literacy Guide for Autism, they also have extensive press coverage and have shown in multiple galleries. Margaux’s merchandise is available on retrophiliac.etsy.com, as well as www.shopretrophiliac.com. They also have their items in 20 brick and mortar retail stores. They are the Lower Mainland West Director of BC People First, they founded the Facebook groups Made by Autistics Community and Made by Autistics Marketplace.
Creativity is in Margaux’s DNA. Being Neurodivergent helps them see things their own way. Expressing themself through art helps them connect to the world around them. They primarily work with acrylic paint and paint markers, they are also known to work with mixed media and digital works. They are inspired by pop culture of the 1960s, 70s, 80s and 90s. Margaux’s artist pseudonym “Retrophiliac” encapsulates their wonder with the past. Their art features a vibrant palette, expressive movement, and surreal worlds. When painting, they trust the process and allow themself to work intuitively, channeling their inner child and transforming the music they listen to into energetic pieces. The result is usually eye-catching colours, textures, shapes, and movement. Their primary themes are; rainbows, birds, flowers, houses, trees, and geometric shapes. They live their life in stunning colour and when they create art, it’s truly a piece of their soul.
Here at Sinneave, 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 LAST Drop-in Employment Support session of 2023.
Wednesday, December 6, 2023
1:00 – 2:30 p.m.
at The Ability Hub (300, 3820 24 Avenue NW)
If attending in-person isn’t possible for you, there is also the option of attending virtually via Sinneave Connects, our online learning hub.
Attendees will benefit from connecting with experienced professionals who understand neurodiversity and will help identify 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
- workplace communication
- 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 this session and you don’t need to register in advance, just drop-in.
To access the virtual link, you will need a free Sinneave Connects account. If you already have one, just log in to the portal as usual. If you are not yet registered, it’s easy. When you click the button below it will direct you to the portal.
- Pick a username
- Pick a password (don’t forget to save it somewhere for next time!)
- Select “Register”
- Choose the “Drop-in Employment Support – December 6” course and enroll to access the virtual link.
P.S. Did you know you can access Sinneave Connects directly from our Homepage? Just look for the icon in the top right corner.
Did you know? Many people find employment opportunities through a network of people they know. It is well documented that professional networking is an important investment in time when beginning a career and in growing a career.
What is Networking and Why Should you Network?
Networking allows people to establish and nurture long-term relationships that are mutually beneficial. That is, the relationship benefits both people involved. Networking is also a great way to:
- learn about career options
- stay up-to-date on changes within a particular industry
- guide people in developing skills, and
- potentially lead to job opportunities.
Traditional networking does present some challenges though. It requires some confidence, the ability to articulate one’s thoughts and respond appropriately to social cues and nuances in communication. Networking often requires actively listening to another person and then responding spontaneously.
For adults on the autism spectrum, networking can sometimes feel counter-intuitive and extremely challenging as many autistics can be challenged by social communication and have difficulty understanding the non-verbal social cues that influence day-to-day interactions. But that doesn’t mean you have to be left out.
Join us for a Speed Networking session!
Thursday, September 12, 2023
11:00 – Noon
Online via Sinneave Connects
Attendees will learn all about networking and its benefits and connect with other neurodivergent professionals and job seekers to practice and refine your networking skills. Through a short presentation, a structured activity and discussion, participants will gain insight into the concept of professional networking, including WHAT it is, and HOW and WHERE to network.
ThisFREE, one-hour session will take place on Sinneave Connects, our online learning portal.
To access the virtual link, you will need a free Sinneave Connects account. If you already have one, just log in to the portal as usual. If you are not yet registered, it’s easy. When you click the button below it will direct you to the portal.
- Pick a username
- Pick a password (don’t forget to save it somewhere for next time!)
- Select “Register”
- Choose the “Speed Networking 101″ course and enroll to access the virtual link.
Speed Networking 101 – October 12
About the Presenter: Ian Humphreys is an Employment Advisor and neurodivergent self-advocate, who leads the Sinneave Employment Team–a dedicated group of professionals committed to empowering neurodivergent individuals on their journey towards meaningful employment and career success.
If you have any questions about this session, or need help navigating Sinneave Connects, please contact us by emailing info@sinneavefoundation.org or calling 403 210-5000. We’re here to help!
Please note: While advance registration is not necessary for most of our Learning & Connection activities (you are welcome to just drop-in), IF you do pre-register it helps us in our planning AND allows us to notify you in the event of a last-minute change or cancellation. Either way, we’d love to see you!
P.S. The quick access button to Sinneave Connects is on the upper right corner of our Homepage.
We know that finding and maintaining meaningful employment has many benefits–from increased performance and productivity to better mental health and wellbeing.
Here at Sinneave, 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 three Drop-in Employment Support sessions in September.
Wednesdays, September 13, 20 and 27
1:00 – 2:30 p.m.
at The Ability Hub (300, 3820 24 Avenue NW)
If attending in-person isn’t possible for you, there is also the option of attending virtually via Sinneave Connects, our online learning hub.
Attendees will benefit from connecting with experienced professionals who understand neurodiversity and will help identify strengths, interests and potential career paths.
These sessions will focus on honing essential pre-employment skills, including:
- creating an effective resume,
- interview techniques, and
- workplace communication.
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.
To access the virtual link, you will need a free Sinneave Connects account. If you already have one, just log in to the portal as usual. If you are not yet registered, it’s easy. When you click the button below it will direct you to the portal.
- Pick a username
- Pick a password (don’t forget to save it somewhere for next time!)
- Select “Register”
- Choose the “Drop-in Employment Support” course and enroll to access the virtual link.
Sinneave Connects – Drop-in Employment Support – Sept. 27
About the Presenters: Meet the Sinneave Employment Team: Ian, Sherry and Ryan. They are a dedicated group of professionals committed to empowering neurodivergent individuals on their journeys towards meaningful employment and career success.
It’s essential to have basic computer skills in order to find success in both education and employment. Here at Sinneave, we are passionate about providing practical, hands-on opportunities for skill-building so autistic & neurodivergent youth and adults can thrive in their everyday lives.
In this session, attendees will get an overview of the three most commonly used Microsoft Office tools–Word, Excel and PowerPoint, with a focus on PowerPoint. They will be able practice using the software, learning the basics of the tool and in what scenarios you might need to use it.
*Because this is a hands-on session and participants require a computer with the necessary software, attendance is limited to in-person only.
Thursday, September 14, 2023
10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
The Ability Hub (300, 3820 24th Avenue NW)
This one-hour session is free but you do need to register, as we are limited in the number of computers we can provide participants. If you have your own laptop or tablet loaded with a version of Microsoft Office 2013 or later, you are welcome to bring your own! (Don’t forget to update your software and bring your charger!)
Registration for this session will take place on Sinneave Connects, our online Learning Hub. If this is the first time you’ve used Sinneave Connects, you will need to create a free account. It’s easy!
- Pick a user name
- Pick a password (Don’t forget to record it somewhere safe for next time!)
- Select “Register”
- Choose “Digital Literacy: Computer Essentials for Education & Employment Success – Sept. 14” and enroll.
IMPORTANT INFO: When you log in to the event, you’ll see a tab on the side that says, “Select Session” (see the screen shot below) Click on that box.
When you click on Select Session, you will see a drop down menu.
Select: “I need a Device” if you need to use one of our computers.
Select: “I’m bringing my own Device” if you will be bringing your own laptop or tablet loaded with Microsoft Office 2013 or newer.
Spaces are limited, so reserve your spot today! Click the button below. When you click this button, you will be directed to the Sinneave Connects log-in page. When you log in, the Digital Literacy session should be on your screen.
Digital Literacy: Computer Essentials for Education & Employment Success
If you have any questions about this session, or need technical support for navigating the Sinneave Connects Learning Hub, please contact info@sinneavefoundation.org or call us at 403 210-5000.