CAN Family Adventure Series

Many families affected by ASD confront barriers when trying to participate in activities in the community.  The CAN Family Adventure Series has been designed to help minimize these barriers and offer access to activities that are fun for the whole family.  CAN offers various Family Adventures throughout the year, including the Ghost Train at Stanley Park, the VanDusen Botanical Garden’s Festival of Lights, and the Rogers Arena Family Skate.  Please see below for details on all of our upcoming Family Adventures.

The Family Adventure Series is designed for the entire family. A family member with an ASD diagnosis must participate in the program. Please note that due to the family nature of this event, no 1:1 support with be available. There will be several amazing volunteers at each event ready to create an positive experience!

How to register:

Families must be registered as CAN Family Members before being able to sign up for Family Adventures online.

Please contact Marco Palmeri, Associate Director of Sports and Recreation Programs, at 604-685-4049 (ext.6) or marco@canucksautism.ca for more information.

Please note: We expect all families to notify us in the event of a cancellation. By informing us that you are unable to attend we can invite another family to enjoy the event in your place.

PROGRAM CRITERIA:

-Only immediate family is invited to participate in this program due to limited space

- All family members wishing to participate must have submitted a CAN Family Membership Application and paid the $25 annual fee (covers entire family)

*Please note that due to the family nature of this event, no 1:1 support will be available, and a member with an ASD diagnosis must participate in the program.

Upcoming Family Events!

Family Adventures Movie Night-The Muppets (subject to change)

Join us for a relaxing trip to the movies and enjoy complimentary popcorn and beverages while you watch the familiar and lovable felt-covered faces of characters such as Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, Gonzo, and Fozzie Bear take centre stage. Connect with other CAN families while enjoying a relaxing night with the family. We hope to see you there!

WHEN:          Sunday, February 19, 2012

WHERE:        Student Union Building at the University of Victoria (on the corner of Finnerty Road and Ring Road)

**Free parking available by the UVic bookstore.

WHAT:           Free movie, popcorn and drinks

WHO:             All families and participants of all ages

**Check-in opens at 4:30pm, movie will begin at 5:00pm. Duration of the movie is approx 103 min. Upon check-in you will receive a voucher for one drink and one popcorn per family member which can be redeemed at the concession.

Registration now open! Click here to register.