Across Simcoe County and York Region, CTN is offering fun and free inclusive events for kids and youth with disabilities and developmental needs and their families. From getting pictures with Santa, to skating or taking a ride in a horse-drawn sleigh, this holiday season is sure to be memorable.
Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024 (5 - 7 p.m.) Avoid the chaos of the mall and come visit Santa at the CTN Georgina location. Register for the Georgina Santa event here
Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024 (10 a.m. - 12 p.m.) Avoid the chaos of the mall and come visit Santa at the CTN Vaughan location. Register for the Vaughan event here
Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024 (11 - 11:50 a.m.) Come join us for a free holiday skate in Orillia, in a fully-accessible, sensory-friendly environment. Register for the Orillia skate event here
Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2024 (4:30 - 5:30 p.m.) Come join us for a free holiday skate in Barrie, in a fully-accessible, sensory-friendly environment. Register for the Barrie skate event here
Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024 (11 a.m. - 12 p.m.) Join CTN and Rainbow View Farms as we make holiday memories on a one-hour horse-drawn sleigh (or wagon-weather dependent) ride through the forest! Due to the limited capacity of this event, registration is now closed. If you would like to be added to the wait list, please contact mmarcoux@ctnsy.ca and indicate which time slot you would be interested in attending (11 a.m. to 12 p.m. or 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.).
Thursday, Dec. 12, 2024 (5 - 7 p.m.) Avoid the chaos of the mall and come visit Santa at the CTN Alliston location. Register for the Alliston Santa Claus event here
Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024 (9 - 10 a.m.) Enjoy a sensory-friendly time to take a picture with Santa. Register for the Penetanguishene Santa Claus event here We hope you can join us at a holiday event!
AutismOntario - Sports Sampler Program (6-15 yrs) - Markham
Join us for an inclusive 8-week Sports Sampler Program, facilitated by D3P, designed to help participants explore a variety of sports in a supportive, adaptive, and sensory-friendly environment.
City of Barrie - Adapted Lego Sense – Try It Event (Ages 6-12) - Barrie
Build, create, and explore with LEGO in a whole new way! The LEGO Sense Try-It Event invites participants of all abilities to discover the joy of building through touch, texture, and imagination.
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