All families who want to participate in any of the In-Person programs listed below will be eligible to receive a $100.00 discount. To claim the rebate, please send your receipt to Anna Taverna – DSAT Program and Administrative Coordinator at anna.taverna@dsat.ca.
Fun and Exciting Camp & Programs
Aptus provides an array of supports to people who have developmental disabilities in Toronto and York Region. Aptus’ key services promote inclusion:
- Supported living (housing)
- Supported learning (2 section-23 schools)
- Day supports/respite
- Clinical services and
- Community initiatives (such as Aptus Teaching Landscape)
Sunflower Developmental Services
Sunflower Developmental Services offers a variety of different programs for our participants to learn and develop new skills; they are able to use in their everyday life.
The majority of the programs are developed by the staff and tailored to the skills and developmental level of the participants and their changing needs.
Programs are easy to adapt to and are introduced at a slow pace for the acceptance and comprehension by the participant.
The programs are developed to help the participant learn the skills needed to help them function in their changing environment.
Learn more about Adaptive Programming for individuals with special needs
Miles Nadal Jewish Community Centre Camps
Your children can spend the whole summer with us, or just one P.A. day a year. Whatever you choose, you can rest assured that their time spent at the J will be fun, structured and full of ways to get all their sillies out! And for those of you who can’t pick up your kids from school at the final bell, we’ve got you covered as well; our After School Program is one of the best in the city and always in demand. Children of all abilities are welcome. Our camp staff have been trained by Autism Ontario and Variety Village. We offer a partnership with the Down Syndrome Association of Toronto.
BREAK CAMPS: (MARCH, PASSOVER, WINTER)
SCHOOL’S OUT – P.A. DAYS
AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM
Offers In-person programming
Miles Nadal Jewish Community Centre Summer ACCESSIBILITY & INCLUSION Programs
At the MNjcc, we believe in a community where everyone acknowledges and respects differences, and celebrates contributions. All of our programs are open to people of all abilities. Want to swim in our saltwater pool, sing in a choir, or attend a lecture? We strive to remove barriers to making all of our programs accessible. In the spirit of “Nothing About Us Without Us”, we work with our Community Advisory Committee on Access and Inclusion, and our Youth Advisory Committee on Access and Inclusion to co-design programs by and for people with disabilities and their families.
We also recognize that financial accessibility is part of accessibility. Share your experiences, your ideas, and your needs any time at inclusion@mnjcc.org,
SOCIALIZING AND GAMING
ARTS AND CULTURE
REEL ABILITIES FILM FESTIVAL
FAMILY SUPPORT
EDUCATION AND OUTREACH
Offers In-person programming
Variety Ontario – At Variety, there is a place for children with disabilities to be themselves, and to be better than ever.
Offers In-person programming
Christian Horizons: The Village – Fall 2022 Programs
The Village is offering evening programming for Fall 2022! We’ve got a bowling team, creative writing course, Social Wednesdays, Life Skills and in-person Karaoke happening from Sept 12 to Dec 2! See the flyers for more details!
Here are the registration links for each:
- The Village Bowlers (Download Flyer): https://v2.mycommunityhub.ca/#/program-details/20091
- Writeitude: https://v2.mycommunityhub.ca/#/program-details/20090
- Social Wednesdays (Download Flyer): https://v2.mycommunityhub.ca/#/program-details/20065
- Skills for Thrills (Download Flyer): https://v2.mycommunityhub.ca/#/program-details/20089
- Coffee/Karaoke is free and no need to register! Come to 2972 Islington Ave on the 3rd Friday of each month from 6:30 to 8pm!
Be sure to check out www.mycommunityhub.ca for the rest of our programs!
Community Participation | Employment Supports | Host Family Services and Lifeshare | Community Residences | Supported Independent Living | Respite | Children’s Respite
Offers In-person programming
dickiescookingschool.com
Offers In-person programming
leasidemusicschool.com
Offers In-person programming
martialartstoronto.ca
Offers In-person programming
card.ca
2022/2023 Arts Programs for all abilities
DramaWay is now an educational programming partner with TDSB.
At DramaWay participants experience a uniquely welcoming environment where they feel a sense of community, friendship and fitting-in like never before. This atmosphere allows participants’ self-confidence to grow in many ways. While the arts are our vehicle, the skills learned naturally translate to social and life skills.
NBS Kids Adaptive Dance Program
The NBS Kids – Adaptive Dance Program was created by Canada’s National Ballet School (NBS), in consultation with Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital. The program offers adapted creative movement classes for children ages 4+ with diverse cognitive, physical and developmental needs. These 45-minute sensory-friendly dance classes provide opportunities for children to explore creativity and expression through the use of movement and music.
Term 1 dates: September 12 – December 11, 2022
Term 1 Classes Begin: Sunday, September 18
Fall Registration
YMCA of Greater Toronto Day Camps
Registration for our Summer 2022 programs is now open! We are thrilled to be operating over 30 Y Day Camp locations, with programs for 6 – 12 year old’s, as well as Y Family Adventures and Y Virtual Camp Programs.
With over 15 unique programs to choose from, we are sure to have a program that captures your child’s interests! All camp programs fall under the following categories:
- Art & Dance
- Outdoor
- Science
- Sports
- Variety (a mix of activities based on the camp location)
City of Toronto – CampTO
To access Adapted and Inclusive Services (AIS) you need an AIS Membership.
If your child needs additional support at camp, complete registration for CampTO programming and then register for Adapted and Inclusive Services by using the appropriate barcode through eFun, the Recreation Call Centre or In-Person (where and when available).
Adapted Holiday CampTO offers a safe, enjoyable and rewarding camp experience for individuals with disabilities, ages six to 24.
Camp and Workshops at Pawsitively Pets Kids!
Pawsitively Pets encourages all children to explore their love of pets and animals. Working with animals is not only a great learning experience for children, it allows them to build confidence, self-esteem and a sense of compassion and enhances their imagination and interest in learning about science and nature. Our wonderful team of rescue animals will take your child on an educational learning adventure, bring camp fun and learning to life!
Great Big Theatre Company
Camps in your neighbourhood and online too ! Founded in 1994. Our experienced, caring staff will introduce your kids to stage performance & guide them toward self-expression. Plays, monologues, mime, improvisation, theatre games, musical theatre, stagecraft. Weekly performances! Fun for all — a great confidence-and-skill-building experience! One-week sessions, 45 locations
Camp Monarch Toronto – Leslieville School of Dance & Music
Sing, Dance, Drum, Paint, Stretch, and Play the Days Away with Us!
Engaging and inspiring programming for children ages 4 to 10. Each week is crafted around a different theme and finishes with an informal performance and art show for family and friends.
Daily classes include singing, drumming, art, dance, drama, and yoga, as well as plenty of free-play time outdoors. We break for morning and afternoon snacks as well as lunch mid-day. Campers are asked to pack their own food and bring comfortable clothing they can move in, an art smock, and a yoga mat or towel.
Community Access Learning Centre
Registration is open for the Adult Day Program!
Are you a parent, guardian, or individual who is looking for a structured learning environment and fun, interactive program for a child, youth, or adult with exceptional needs? Community Access Learning Centre offers safe, enjoyable, and reliable programs that will foster individual skills, independence, personal goals, interests and growth.
APPLICATION FORM- DAY PROGRAM
SATURDAY RESPITE HANGOUT
AFTER SCHOOL RESPITE
Learn More and Register