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Brain Buddies

This dynamic, neuroaffirming social communication group, developed and led by a Speech-Language Pathologist, supports learners in exploring how their brains work and connecting with others through play, group activities, and friendship.  

Grades
1 - 3
Where
East Vancouver Learning Centre
Dates/Times
Wednesdays from 3:00 - 4:00pm. Fall group from Oct 1 - Dec 10; Spring group Feb 4 - April 29
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Social Explorers

This dynamic, neuroaffirming social communication group, developed and led by a Speech-Language Pathologist, supports learners in grades 4-5 and 6-7 to understand social communication, foster emotional growth, and form friendships.

Grades
4-5 and 6-7
Where
East Vancouver Learning Centre
Dates/Times
Wednesdays from 4:20 - 5:20pm. Grade 4-5 Explorers from Oct 1 - Jan 28; Grade 6-7 Explorers Feb 4 - June 3
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Occupational Therapy

Support your child’s growth with assessments that provide insights into your child’s sensory needs helping you understand their strengths, challenges, and next steps with care and expertise.

Ages
2 - 19
Where
East Vancouver Learning Centre
Times
Tuesdays between 9:00 am and 1:00 pm
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Camps

Our customized and creative week-long Vancouver camps helping students with learning differences develop new skills through fun, hands-on camp programs with a high instructor-to-camper ratio.

Grades
3 - 6
Where
East Vancouver Learning Centre
Dates/Times
Week-long camps: July 21-25, July 28 - Aug 1, Aug 5-8, Aug 11-15, Aug 18-22, Aug 25-29
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Chess Club

Our neuroaffirming club promotes social, emotional and personal development as participants learn and play chess. Suitable for all experience levels.

Grades
4-7
Where
East Vancouver
Dates/Times
Wednesdays from 4:30 - 5:30pm starting on September 13
Application
Closed
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Closed

Spring Break Camps

Our customized and creative week-long spring break camps help students with learning differences develop new skills through fun, hands-on programs with a high instructor-to-camper ratio.

Grades
3 - 6
Where
East Vancouver Learning Centre
Dates/Times
Week-long camps: March 18-22 and March 25-28
Application
Closed
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