Socials Skills: Friendships & Relationships
This interactive, game-based program is designed to support children who may be experiencing challenges with emotional regulation, social interactions, and building healthy friendships. It is especially suited for children with diagnosed or suspected ADHD, Autism, Auditory Processing Differences (APD), behavioural struggles, or those navigating experiences with bullying or peer conflict.
Through guided play, collaborative games, and social-emotional skill-building activities, participants will have the opportunity to practice communication, conflict resolution, empathy, and self-advocacy in a safe, supportive environment.
Fall Registration opens on August 24th, 2026 at 9:00am
Who is the program designed for?
Children and youth who may:
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Experience ADHD, Autism, APD, or behavioural challenges
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Struggle with emotional regulation
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Have difficulty forming or maintaining friendships
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Be navigating bullying or peer conflict
Registration does not guarantee enrollment.
Designed & Facilitated By:
- Developed by a CPI-trained program lead
- Facilitated by Certified Child & Youth Workers (CYWs)
- Trauma-informed, strengths-based, and relationship-centered approach.
Session Dates:
September 28th 2026 – June 4th 2027
Fall: September 28, 2026 – December 4, 2026
Winter: January 11, 2027 – March 12, 2027
Spring: April 5, 2027 – June 4, 2027
Date, Time, & Location:
Burlington:
ROCK Hub – Burloak | Monday
356 Burloak Dr, Burlington, ON L7L 4W5
Halton:
OPL – Glen Abbey Branch | Wednesday
1415 Third Line, Oakville, ON L6M 3G2
Hamilton:
HPL – TerryBerry Library branch | Thursday
100 Mohawk Rd W, Hamilton, ON L9C 1W1
Thanks to all our generous grantors, this program is free for all participants:
