IWK Health Recreation Therapy

Manual wheelchair users aged 3-21 years are invited to partake in a new wheelchair skills training program. This 12-week program aims to help manual wheelchair users improve their skills and increase participation in activities. All skill levels welcome!

Participants must live in (or be willing to travel to) the Halifax area, regularly use their own manual wheelchair, be able to propel themselves at least 10m independently, and understand and follow two-step instructions in English. For more information or to partake, please email [email protected].

It's that time of year - registration for fall 2024 recreation is almost here! Dryland program registration will start on August 14 at 10 a.m. and aquatics & skating registration will begin at 10 a.m. on August 15.

To view fall program PDFs, visit halifax.ca/myrec.

Kids with disabilities want to play, just like any other kids. They want to interact, be active, socialize, make friends and join in the fun. All it takes are a few adjustments to common kids’ games, and kids with disabilities can participate. https://bit.ly/45UEene

Beat the heat by playing in the water! 🌞💦

Water play is a fantastic way to stay cool and engaged this summer. The QuickStart team wants to share tips to help make water play safe and fun.

Visit our blog to learn more:
https://www.autismnovascotia.ca/playing-with-water/

Thinking of volunteering? Registration now open!

Join us August 17th, 2024 for Life Rolls On - Martinique Beach. We're excited for another day of adaptive surfing for people with mobility disabilities!

Register here: https://t.ly/A1Ayg

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Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo Outing! - https://mailchi.mp/theclubinclusion/royal-nova-scotia-international-tattoo-outing

Life Rolls On at Martinique Beach is back!!

Join us August 17th, 2024 for Life Rolls On - Martinique Beach. We're excited for another day of adaptive surfing for people with mobility disabilities!

Register here: https://t.ly/A1Ayg

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Parks & Rec is looking to provide recreation opportunities to the Deaf and hard of hearing community, through a new 18-month pilot project. We are currently looking for feedback from the public to gather information about which programs are services people who are Deaf or hard of hearing are hoping to access. Want to provide feedback? Complete the public survey and/or attend the upcoming engagement session:
- June 18 | 6-8 p.m. | The Findlay Centre (26 Elliot St.)
Note: ASL Interpreters will be on-site at the session

To learn more about this pilot program, visit halifax.ca/DHHPilotPublic. Survey: shapeyourcityhalifax.ca/dhhpilotproject.

We are very excited to partner with the South West Chapter of Autism Nova Scotia to bring adaptive swim lessons to the Barrington Municipal Pool!
Adaptive lessons will run once a week with 30 minutes of instruction time for 8 weeks. Our full schedule is available on our website. https://barringtonmunicipality.com/Municipal-Services/municipal-pool
Please register directly with Autism NS - Southwest Chapter: https://forms.office.com/r/ZcKkG8tj8G

The Learn to Ride program is currently seeking volunteers!

As an Equine-Adaptive Activities Volunteer, you will play a vital role in facilitating meaningful experiences for children and youth ages 7 to 24 living with physical and/or cognitive disabilities.

Volunteers are needed for the duration of camp, which runs for two weeklong sessions from Monday to Friday, from 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm. The first week for children ages 7 to 14 is July 15th – 19th and the second week for youth ages 15 to 24 is July 22nd – 26th. You can choose to commit to a full weeklong session or select specific days based on your availability.

To see the full Volunteer position visit www.easterseals.ns.ca/take-part/learn-to-ride

For more information or to express your interest in volunteering,contact Greg MacKay at [email protected] or call 902-453-6000 ext. 220.

Summer is here! That means outdoor pools are opening 🏊‍♀️!

Outdoor Pool Memberships for Bedford and Cole Harbour go on Sale starting today, Monday, June 3rd.

Memberships for Bedford can be purchased at Lebrun Recreation Centre (36 Holland Ave. Bedford) and memberships for Cole Harbour can be purchased at Cole Harbour Recreation Centre (1216 Cole Harbour Rd).

For more information on the outdoor pools, swim fees, and schedules please visit https://brnw.ch/21wKo8f.

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Great news for everyone in West Hants! Way to go!

Just arrived, with thanks to Canoe Kayak Canada, and the 'We Paddle' program. 5 new Perception Kayaks Conduit 13.0 to support novice programs, and in particular, evening PaddleAll/Special Olympics sessions.

We are looking for Special Olympians, or activity minded ID persons- Ages 12+, able to swim, and comfortable in the water! Programs will run 1-2 evening a week with possibility to expand based on interest. We have room for 5-8 paddlers, contact ME (Jeff Houser) at [email protected]!

If only the water would cooperate!

(Boats purchased through PaddleFreedom.com)

Learn more about children living with cerebral palsy and the GMFCS- E&R from our friends at CanChild.

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👟 Nova Scotia Walk Day is tomorrow!! Follow this link to find a walk in your community: https://www.hikenovascotia.ca/ns-walks-events/ 👟

First Tee – Atlantic is hosting a FREE event for children and youth who live with physical disabilities to try the sport of golf in a fun and safe environment.

Participants will learn the fundamentals of golf such as setup position, putting, chipping, pitching, and swinging through a variety of activities and games.

All equipment will be provided on-site and is safe for indoor use. Parents and guardians are welcome to stay and participate!

Date: Sunday, June 9th, 2024

Ages: Ages 5 - 16

Time: 1:00pm – 2:30pm

Location: St. Andrew’s Community Centre, 3380 Barnstead Lane, Halifax, NS

Questions? Contact [email protected]

Registration: https://docs.google.com/forms/u/0/d/1AW-Qkrtgem1_v75NOHjxrvKqfyF-NFDFPNjdZe5aRHA/viewform?edit_requested=true

A big THANK YOU to Cyclesmith for the donation of an EVO Latitude Youth Trike to our adapted equipment loan program! This trike is suitable for those individuals with some biking experience who may require a bit of extra balance support. Thank you Cyclesmith!

Applications for the Adaptive Support fund are now open!

Currently, in Nova Scotia, 37.9% of the population identifies as living with a disability, this is the highest rate in Canada. At Easter Seals Nova Scotia, we understand one of the ways to take down barriers and increase independence is the ability to access adaptive supports. These adaptive supports can come with a significant price tag that carries an increased burden on Nova Scotians and their families. With the creation of the Adaptive Support Fund, we hope to alleviate some of this financial hardship.

To learn more and to access the application for visit www.easterseals.ns.ca/adaptive-support-fund

On World Autism Acceptance Day, we celebrate the beautiful spectrum of uniqueness. Let's spread acceptance, understanding, and inclusion for everyone in the autistic community.

Please visit our website for information and resources:
https://www.autismnovascotia.ca/event/autism-acceptance-month/

Registration for the spring term of Autism Arts opens April 9th at noon!

Autism Arts allows children, youth, and young adults to explore art mediums and meet new friends while completing a variety of art projects. This program is facilitated at the YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth in collaboration with the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia in Halifax.

If you have any questions or need support with registration, contact Autism Arts Coordinator MacKayla Williams by email at [email protected] or by calling at 902-414-8109.

Get ready - registration for 2024 summer camps will start at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, April 3! Want to check out the available camps in your community? Visit halifax.ca/rec to view the program brochures.

Come out to St. Mary’s University Community Room (Homburg Center) on April 3 to try out Para throws and learn more about the para-athletics! Coach Jodi Langley will lead everyone through throwing basics. We will also be joined by Katie Pegg who is heading off to Japan in May to compete at World Parathletics in F46 Shotput! Please register through email [email protected]! Open to all skills and abilities! Coaches encouraged to join!

Get ready - registration for spring 2024 recreation programs will start at 10 a.m. on March 20! Registration for aquatics and skating will begin March 21 at 10 a.m. - with spring skating programs only taking place at the Sackville Sports Stadium.

To view program brochures and to register, visit halifax.ca/myrec.