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SUMMARY:Understanding and Managing Anxiety in Children/Youth Living with ASD
DESCRIPTION:Understanding and Managing Anxiety in Children/Youth Living with Autism Spectrum Disorder\n\n\nPresented by: Neil Walker (Autism Consultant) \nMany children/youth living with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) experience severe anxiety resulting in the development of challenging behaviours. This webinar will review the types and causes of anxiety in persons with ASD\, and will introduce support strategies that can help to reduce anxiety and teach self-management skills.
URL:https://www.yorkhills.ca/event/understanding-and-managing-anxiety-in-children-youth-living-with-asd-5/
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SUMMARY:Connected: Kids\, Screens and Smart Choices (Summer)
DESCRIPTION:Connected: Kids\, Screens and Smart Choices (Summer)\n\n\nPresented by: Terri Keay (Community Clinical Manager) and Jezreel Fischer (Child and Family Therapist)  \nIn today’s digital world\, screens are everywhere — from smartphones and tablets to gaming consoles and classroom devices. While technology offers incredible learning opportunities\, it also presents challenges for families navigating screen time\, online safety\, and healthy digital habits. Join us for Connected: Kids\, Screens and Smart Choices\, a practical and insightful webinar designed for parents\, caregivers\, and educators. This session explores how children and teens engage with technology\, the impact it can have on their development\, and how adults can guide them toward safe\, balanced\, and responsible use.
URL:https://www.yorkhills.ca/event/connected-kids-screens-and-smart-choices-summer/
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250723T203000
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UID:37286-1753295400-1753302600@www.yorkhills.ca
SUMMARY:Consciously Parenting Our Teens (Summer)
DESCRIPTION:Consciously Parenting Our Teens\n\n\nPresented by: Meg Corry (Front Door Service Coordinator) and Melanie Ramdass (Family Navigator) \nThis webinar focuses on what caregivers bring to the parent and teen relationship. Participants will have an opportunity to reflect mindfully on how their parenting style was formed\, and how this influences their relationship with their teen. Participants will look at the advantages of having a strong attachment with their teen and how they can model the behaviours they want to see in their teenagers. In addition\, we will explore the way your teens brain is developing and receives information and how this can affect the family as a whole. Sign up to learn more!
URL:https://www.yorkhills.ca/event/consciously-parenting-our-teens-summer/
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250805T203000
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SUMMARY:Triple P Seminar #1 - The Power of Positive Parenting (Summer)
DESCRIPTION:The Power of Positive Parenting\n\n\nPresented by: Positive Parenting Association Ontario \nPower of Positive Parenting seminars are a  series of three workshops for parents of children birth to 12 years of age. Kids don’t come with an instruction manual! Many familiar parenting problems have very simple solutions that can be applied with some effort and focus.  Triple P’s easy-to-understand and practical strategies have been shown to help families in all types of situations.  \nSeminar # 1 – The Power of Positive Parenting  \nThis seminar focuses on : ensuring a safe engaging environment for children by: creating a positive learning environment\, using assertive discipline\, having realistic expectations and taking care of yourself as a parent.   \n**This is a 3-part seminar. Participation in all 3 dates is strongly recommended.**
URL:https://www.yorkhills.ca/event/triple-p-seminar-1-the-power-of-positive-parenting-summer/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250811T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250825T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164421
CREATED:20250602T132026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T013539Z
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SUMMARY:Kuumba Conversations
DESCRIPTION:Kuumba Conversations – 3 Week Group For Children Grades 9-12\n\n\nFacilitators: Kuumba Therapist \nChildren’s Group For Grade 9-12 \n3 week Group – Open to residents of York Region and South Simcoe \nIn our weekly group you’ll join other Black\, African and Caribbean (BAC) youth in a relaxed\, virtual and respectful space where we talk about real-life challenges and experiences as Black youth in the world. Led by the Kuumba black therapist team\, this group focuses on understanding and improving wellness and growth. We will explore things like mental health\, stress\, school pressures\, racial stressors\, and lived experiences. We know that our culture\, values\, and identity shape how you see the world – and we honour that. Whether you are navigating different worlds at home and school\, facing discrimination\, just trying to figure out who you are and how to live in the world\, this group is here to support you.
URL:https://www.yorkhills.ca/event/kuumba-conversations/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250812T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250812T203000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164421
CREATED:20250602T132030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T035045Z
UID:37291-1755023400-1755030600@www.yorkhills.ca
SUMMARY:Triple P Seminar #2 - Raising Confident Competent Children (Summer)
DESCRIPTION:Triple P Seminar #2 – Raising Confident Competent Children\n\n\nPresented by: Positive Parenting Association Ontario \nPower of Positive Parenting seminars are a  series of three workshops for parents of children birth to 12 years of age. Kids don’t come with an instruction manual! Many familiar parenting problems have very simple solutions that can be applied with some effort and focus.  Triple P’s easy-to-understand and practical strategies have been shown to help families in all types of situations.  \nSeminar # 2 – Raising Confident and Competent Children  \nThis seminar focuses on encouraging respect and cooperation\, learning to be independent\, developing healthy self esteem and learning how to be a good problem solver.  \n**This is a 3-part seminar. Participation in all 3 dates is strongly recommended.**
URL:https://www.yorkhills.ca/event/triple-p-seminar-2-raising-confident-competent-children-summer/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250814T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250828T183000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164421
CREATED:20250602T132032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T005156Z
UID:37293-1755192600-1756405800@www.yorkhills.ca
SUMMARY:Kuumba Conversations
DESCRIPTION:Kuumba Conversations – 3 Week Group For Children Grades 6-8\n\n\nFacilitators: Kuumba Therapist \nChildren’s Group For Grade 6-8 \n3 week Group – Open to residents of York Region and South Simcoe \nIn our weekly group you’ll join other Black\, African and Caribbean (BAC) youth in a relaxed\, virtual and respectful space where we talk about real-life challenges and experiences as Black youth in the world. Led by the Kuumba black therapist team\, this group focuses on understanding and improving wellness and growth. We will explore things like mental health\, stress\, school pressures\, racial stressors\, and lived experiences. We know that our culture\, values\, and identity shape how you see the world – and we honour that. Whether you are navigating different worlds at home and school\, facing discrimination\, just trying to figure out who you are and how to live in the world\, this group is here to support you.
URL:https://www.yorkhills.ca/event/kuumba-conversations-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250819T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250819T203000
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CREATED:20250602T132034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T025055Z
UID:37295-1755628200-1755635400@www.yorkhills.ca
SUMMARY:Triple P Seminar #3 - Raising Resilient Children (Summer)
DESCRIPTION:Triple P Seminar #3 – Raising Resilient Children\n\n\nPresented by: Positive Parenting Association Ontario \nPower of Positive Parenting seminars are a series of three workshops for parents of children birth to 12 years of age. Kids don’t come with an instruction manual! Many familiar parenting problems have very simple solutions that can be applied with some effort and focus. Triple P’s easy-to-understand and practical strategies have been shown to help families in all types of situations. \nSeminar #3 – Raising Resilient Children \nThis seminar focuses on learning strategies to help build positive feelings in your child and help your child recognize and accept feelings\, deal with negative feelings and upsetting stressful life events. \n**This is a 3-part seminar. Participation in all 3 dates is strongly recommended.**
URL:https://www.yorkhills.ca/event/triple-p-seminar-3-raising-resilient-children-summer/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T200000
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CREATED:20250724T192148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T023703Z
UID:40525-1756405800-1756411200@www.yorkhills.ca
SUMMARY:Speak Up! Advocating For Your Child And Your Family At York Hills (Summer)
DESCRIPTION:Speak Up! Advocating For Your Child And Your Family At York Hills (Summer)\n\n\nPresented by: Family Advisory Committee and York Hills \nHave you ever wanted to ask a question but been unsure if it was a good idea? Have you wanted to speak up and challenge something within York Hills or the children’s mental health system but are just not sure what to say? In this webinar\, co-developed by our Family Advisory Members and York Hills staff\, we will discuss your rights and give practical tips and guidance around advocating for the experience that you feel that you need.
URL:https://www.yorkhills.ca/event/speak-up-advocating-for-your-child-and-your-family-at-york-hills-summer/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250915T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250915T203000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164421
CREATED:20250805T123725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T032348Z
UID:40879-1757961000-1757968200@www.yorkhills.ca
SUMMARY:Teen Triple P Seminar #1 - Raising Responsible Teenagers (Fall)
DESCRIPTION:Teen Triple P  Seminar #1 – Raising Responsible Teenagers\n\n\nPresented by: Positive Parenting Association Ontario  \nThe Triple P Teen Seminar series targets everyday concerns\, such as how to encourage responsible and independent behaviour\, improve family relationships\, and manage concerns at school and/or with friends. Your youth is almost an adult\, or at least that’s how they feel\, and this can make life at home a little strained. Maybe your 13-year-old son grunts instead of speaking to you. Or your 14-year-old daughter wants to go to parties with people you don’t even know. It’s not the you’ve got a “wild” kid\, but you want to make sure that you plan ahead and continue to connect with them during this important time in their lives.  \nSeminar # 1 – Raising Responsible Teenagers \nFind out what makes teenagers tick! You’ll come away with new ideas to encourage your teenager to make good decisions\, be respectful\, considerate\, reliable and involved in family life. \n**This is a 3-part seminar. Participation in all 3 dates is strongly recommended.**
URL:https://www.yorkhills.ca/event/teen-triple-p-seminar-1-raising-responsible-teenagers-fall/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250917T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250917T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164421
CREATED:20250805T123749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T022048Z
UID:40880-1758133800-1758139200@www.yorkhills.ca
SUMMARY:Learning To Pay Attention (Fall)
DESCRIPTION:Unwrapping the Gifts of a Distracted Mind – Part 1  Learning to Pay Attention\n\n\nPresented by: Tracey Butt and Leah Levine (PATH Program) \nThree-part series on ADHD \n \n“Unwrapping the gifts of a distracted mind” a series of webinars to help you better understand the person you love. The more you know\, the better able you will be equipped to build on the strengths and unique traits\, as well as tackle areas of challenge or lagging skills in your child or adolescent. \nPart 1 – Learning to Pay Attention. Come to this introductory webinar on what ADHD is and what it is not. Learn about the three pillars of ADHD and their potential outcomes\, and how to respond to your neurodivergent child empathically.
URL:https://www.yorkhills.ca/event/learning-to-pay-attention-fall/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250922T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250922T203000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164421
CREATED:20250805T123841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T030628Z
UID:40881-1758565800-1758573000@www.yorkhills.ca
SUMMARY:Triple P Teen Seminar #2 - Raising Competent Teenagers (Fall)
DESCRIPTION:Triple P Teen  Seminar #2 – Raising Competent Teenagers\n\n\nPresented by: Positive Parenting Association Ontario \nThe Triple P Teen Seminar series targets everyday concerns\, such as how to encourage responsible and independent behaviour\, improve family relationships\, and manage concerns at school and/or with friends. Your youth is almost an adult\, or at least that’s how they feel\, and this can make life at home a little strained. Maybe your 13-year-old son grunts instead of speaking to you. Or your 14-year-old daughter wants to go to parties with people you don’t even know. It’s not the you’ve got a “wild” kid\, but you want to make sure that you plan ahead and continue to connect with them during this important time in their lives.  \nSeminar # 2 – Raising Competent Teenagers \nSet your teenager up for life with the strategies in this seminar which focuses on helping your child get the most out of their school years. Find out how to help them communicate well\, develop self-discipline and good routines\, follow rules and solve problems. \n**This is a 3-part seminar. Participation in all 3 dates is strongly recommended.**
URL:https://www.yorkhills.ca/event/triple-p-teen-seminar-2-raising-competent-teenagers-fall/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250923T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250923T203000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164421
CREATED:20250805T123910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T032010Z
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SUMMARY:Understanding ASD Learning Styles and Effective Teaching Strategies (Fall)
DESCRIPTION:Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder Learning Styles and Effective Teaching Strategies for Home & School\n\n\nPresented by: Neil Walker  (Autism Consultant)  \nThis webinar will provide an overview of the unique learning strengths and challenges of children & youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder and how to accommodate these learning styles.  Participants will be provided with specific teaching strategies proven to be effective in helping children & youth with ASD learn new skills.
URL:https://www.yorkhills.ca/event/understanding-asd-learning-styles-and-effective-teaching-strategies-fall/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250929T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250929T203000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164421
CREATED:20250805T123938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T032059Z
UID:40885-1759170600-1759177800@www.yorkhills.ca
SUMMARY:Teen Triple P  Seminar #3 - Getting Teenagers Connected (Fall)
DESCRIPTION:Teen Triple P  Seminar #3 – Getting Teenagers Connected\n\n\nPresented by: Positive Parenting Association Ontario \nThe Triple P Teen Seminar series targets everyday concerns\, such as how to encourage responsible and independent behaviour\, improve family relationships\, and manage concerns at school and/or with friends. Your youth is almost an adult\, or at least that’s how they feel\, and this can make life at home a little strained. Maybe your 13-year-old son grunts instead of speaking to you. Or your 14-year-old daughter wants to go to parties with people you don’t even know. It’s not the you’ve got a “wild” kid\, but you want to make sure that you plan ahead and continue to connect with them during this important time in their lives.  \nSeminar #3 – Getting Teenagers Connected \nHelp your teenager develop good\, supportive friendships. You’ll learn ways to build their confidence\, encourage social skills\, help them to plan and meet commitments and encourage them to take care of others.  \n**This is a 3-part seminar. Participation in all 3 dates is strongly recommended.**
URL:https://www.yorkhills.ca/event/teen-triple-p-seminar-3-getting-teenagers-connected-fall/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251015T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251015T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164421
CREATED:20250805T124003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T021051Z
UID:40886-1760553000-1760558400@www.yorkhills.ca
SUMMARY:Exploring and Understanding the Inattentive Brain (Fall)
DESCRIPTION:Unwrapping the Gifts of a Distracted Mind – Part 2  Exploring and Understanding the Inattentive Brain\n\n\nPresented by: Leah Levine and Shannon Miller (PATH Program) \nThree-part series on ADHD \n“Unwrapping the gifts of a distracted mind” a series of webinars to help you better understand the person you love. The more you know\, the better able you will be equipped to build on the strengths and unique traits\, as well as tackle areas of challenge or lagging skills in your child or adolescent. \nPart 2 – Exploring and Understanding the Inattentive Brain. Join us to hear about the intricate working model of the ADHD brain\, the benefits of choice and the importance of co-regulation to build self-regulation.
URL:https://www.yorkhills.ca/event/exploring-and-understanding-the-inattentive-brain-fall/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251021T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251021T203000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164421
CREATED:20250805T124025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T025035Z
UID:40887-1761071400-1761078600@www.yorkhills.ca
SUMMARY:Enhancing Social Skills for Children and Youth with ASD (Fall)
DESCRIPTION:Enhancing Social Skills for Children and Youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder\n\n\nPresented by: Neil Walker  (Autism Consultant)  \nChallenges with social/communication are the key diagnostic criteria for children & youth with ASD.  This webinar will provide participants with an overview of ASD social learning needs and provide a range of tools to assist in social understanding and the pragmatics of social communication.  The webinar will also include techniques for teaching about social relationships\, adolescent sexuality and bullying.
URL:https://www.yorkhills.ca/event/enhancing-social-skills-for-children-and-youth-with-asd-fall/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251103T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251215T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164421
CREATED:20251022T192223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T035024Z
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SUMMARY:Kuumba Parent Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Bi-Weekly Support Group for Parents and Caregivers of Black Identifying Children and Youth\n\n\nFacilitators: Chantel Simm and Onika Haywood \nParent Support Group for parents of black identifying children and youth. \nBi-weekly Virtual Group (4 sessions) – Open to residents of York Region and South Simcoe \nIn our group you’ll join other parents and caregivers of Black\, African and Caribbean (BAC)children and youth in an open and  respectful space where we talk about real-life challenges and experiences. Led by the Kuumba black therapist team\, this group focuses on: \n\nRaising confident and resilient black children at home and school. \nManaging stress and avoiding burnout for both you and your child. \nSetting boundaries and fostering positive discipline (for both non and neurodivergent children) \nand more…\n\nWe know that our culture\, values\, and identity shape how you see the world – and we honour that. Join this group with other parents and caregivers to connect\, share experiences and gain tools to support your parenting journey.
URL:https://www.yorkhills.ca/event/kuumba-parent-support-group/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251104T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251104T203000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164421
CREATED:20250805T124045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T035027Z
UID:40889-1762281000-1762288200@www.yorkhills.ca
SUMMARY:Understanding and Managing Challenging Behaviours (Fall)
DESCRIPTION:Understanding and Managing Challenging Behaviours\n\n\nPresented by: Danielle St. John  and Tara Goldman (Child and Family Therapists) \nUnderstanding challenging behaviours and where they stem from is the first step to being able to better manage them. This workshop is for parents/caregivers of youth 12 years and older\, and will focus on how behaviours function in a teen’s brain. We will discuss and demonstrate the use of tools/strategies to manage challenging behaviours\, and how to improve parent/teen relationships.
URL:https://www.yorkhills.ca/event/understanding-and-managing-challenging-behaviours-fall/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251113T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251113T203000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164421
CREATED:20250805T124144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T043715Z
UID:40891-1763058600-1763065800@www.yorkhills.ca
SUMMARY:Many Faces of Anxiety (Fall)
DESCRIPTION:Many Faces of Anxiety – Understanding and supporting children who live with worry\n\n\nPresented by: Amy Epstein and Kritika Mehta (Child and Family Therapists) \nThe goal of this workshop is to provide valuable information to support caregivers of children and adolescents who experience anxiety. Topics include: Understanding different types of anxiety\, causes\, how the mind and brain are connected\, coping strategies for caregivers; and what caregivers can do to help.
URL:https://www.yorkhills.ca/event/many-faces-of-anxiety-fall/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251118T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251118T203000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164421
CREATED:20250805T124326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T042128Z
UID:40893-1763490600-1763497800@www.yorkhills.ca
SUMMARY:Supporting Communication Challenges in Autism Spectrum Disorder (Fall)
DESCRIPTION:Supporting Communication Challenges in Autism Spectrum Disorder\n\n\nPresented by: Neil Walker (Autism Consultant) \nThis seminar will provide participants with a comprehensive overview of the expressive & receptive communication challenges faced by children & youth across the Autism Spectrum. Effective communication systems for nonverbal children and techniques for enhancing communication skills for verbal individuals will be provided.
URL:https://www.yorkhills.ca/event/supporting-communication-challenges-in-autism-spectrum-disorder-fall/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251119T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251119T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164421
CREATED:20250805T124355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T035038Z
UID:40895-1763577000-1763582400@www.yorkhills.ca
SUMMARY:Parenting a Child with Attention Deficit Disorder (Fall)
DESCRIPTION:Unwrapping the Gifts of a Distracted Mind – Part 3  Parenting a Child with Attention Deficit Disorder\n\n\nPresented by: Tracey Butt and Shannon Miller (PATH Program) \nThree-part series on ADHD \n \n“Unwrapping the gifts of a distracted mind” a series of webinars to help you better understand the person you love. The more you know\, the better able you will be equipped to build on the strengths and unique traits\, as well as tackle areas of challenge or lagging skills in your child or adolescent. \nPart 3 – Parenting a Child with Attention Deficit Disorder. Do you find yourself wavering on what to do in a given situation\, and reverting back to extremes? This webinar will help bring back the balance of understanding and parenting from an attuned perspective.
URL:https://www.yorkhills.ca/event/parenting-a-child-with-attention-deficit-disorder-fall/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164421
CREATED:20250805T124413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T040549Z
UID:40896-1763663400-1763668800@www.yorkhills.ca
SUMMARY:Speak Up! Advocating For Your Child And Your Family At York Hills (Fall)
DESCRIPTION:Speak Up! Advocating For Your Child And Your Family At York Hills\n\n\nPresented by: Family Advisory Committee and York Hills \nHave you ever wanted to ask a question but been unsure if it was a good idea? Have you wanted to speak up and challenge something within York Hills or the children’s mental health system but are just not sure what to say? In this webinar\, co-developed by our Family Advisory Members and York Hills staff\, we will discuss your rights and give practical tips and guidance around advocating for the experience that you feel that you need.
URL:https://www.yorkhills.ca/event/speak-up-advocating-for-your-child-and-your-family-at-york-hills-fall/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251202T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251202T203000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164421
CREATED:20250805T124446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T025133Z
UID:40898-1764700200-1764707400@www.yorkhills.ca
SUMMARY:Talking To Your Child About Their Autism Diagnosis (Fall)
DESCRIPTION:Talking To Your Child About Their Autism Diagnosis\n\n\nPresented by: Neil Walker – Autism Consultant  \nMany parents face the important question of if\, when\, and how to talk to their child about an autism diagnosis. This insightful webinar is designed to support families through these meaningful conversations. \nParticipants will learn foundational concepts\, recommended communication strategies\, and age-appropriate\, empowering language to help children understand their diagnosis in a positive and constructive way. The session will also highlight trusted professional resources and real-world examples to guide families in creating a personalized\, thoughtful plan. \nBy the end of the webinar\, parents and caregivers will feel more confident and better equipped to approach this conversation in a way that supports their child’s self-awareness\, self-esteem\, and well-being.
URL:https://www.yorkhills.ca/event/talking-to-your-child-about-their-autism-diagnosis-fall/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260119T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260119T203000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164421
CREATED:20251201T145052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T040602Z
UID:46396-1768847400-1768854600@www.yorkhills.ca
SUMMARY:Triple P Seminar #1 - The Power of Positive Parenting (Winter)
DESCRIPTION:The Power of Positive Parenting\n\n\nPresented by: Positive Parenting Association Ontario \nPower of Positive Parenting seminars are a  series of three workshops for parents of children birth to 12 years of age. Kids don’t come with an instruction manual! Many familiar parenting problems have very simple solutions that can be applied with some effort and focus.  Triple P’s easy-to-understand and practical strategies have been shown to help families in all types of situations.  \nSeminar # 1 – The Power of Positive Parenting  \nThis seminar focuses on : ensuring a safe engaging environment for children by: creating a positive learning environment\, using assertive discipline\, having realistic expectations and taking care of yourself as a parent.   \n**This is a 3-part seminar. Participation in all 3 dates is strongly recommended.**
URL:https://www.yorkhills.ca/event/triple-p-seminar-1-the-power-of-positive-parenting-winter/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260121T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260121T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164421
CREATED:20251201T145055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T010513Z
UID:46398-1769020200-1769025600@www.yorkhills.ca
SUMMARY:Learning To Pay Attention (Winter)
DESCRIPTION:Unwrapping the Gifts of a Distracted Mind – Part 1  Learning to Pay Attention\n\n\nPresented by: Tracey Butt and Shannon Miller (PATH Program) \nThree-part series on ADHD \n \n“Unwrapping the gifts of a distracted mind” a series of webinars to help you better understand the person you love. The more you know\, the better able you will be equipped to build on the strengths and unique traits\, as well as tackle areas of challenge or lagging skills in your child or adolescent. \nPart 1 – Learning to Pay Attention. Come to this introductory webinar on what ADHD is and what it is not. Learn about the three pillars of ADHD and their potential outcomes\, and how to respond to your neurodivergent child empathically.
URL:https://www.yorkhills.ca/event/learning-to-pay-attention-winter/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260126T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260126T203000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164421
CREATED:20251201T145056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T040641Z
UID:46399-1769452200-1769459400@www.yorkhills.ca
SUMMARY:Triple P Seminar #2 - Raising Confident Capable Children (Winter)
DESCRIPTION:Triple P Seminar #2 – Raising Confident Competent Children\n\n\nPresented by: Positive Parenting Association Ontario \nPower of Positive Parenting seminars are a  series of three workshops for parents of children birth to 12 years of age. Kids don’t come with an instruction manual! Many familiar parenting problems have very simple solutions that can be applied with some effort and focus.  Triple P’s easy-to-understand and practical strategies have been shown to help families in all types of situations.  \nSeminar # 2 – Raising Confident and Competent Children  \nThis seminar focuses on encouraging respect and cooperation\, learning to be independent\, developing healthy self esteem and learning how to be a good problem solver.  \n**This is a 3-part seminar. Participation in all 3 dates is strongly recommended.**
URL:https://www.yorkhills.ca/event/triple-p-seminar-2-raising-confident-capable-children-winter/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260127T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260127T203000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164421
CREATED:20251201T145058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T042013Z
UID:46401-1769538600-1769545800@www.yorkhills.ca
SUMMARY:Raising a Child with Autism Spectrum Disorder (Winter)
DESCRIPTION:A wholistic framework for family life\n\n\nPresented by: Neil Walker (ASD Consultant) \nThis workshop will provide parents and other caregivers and the professionals who support them with a framework for helping children with ASD achieve their potential. Based on the F words of Child Development\, created by CANCHILD Research Centre at McMaster University\, the 6 F words: Function\, Family\, Fitness\, Fun\, Friends and Future\, can help maintain focus on important wholistic aspects of support for their child with ASD and the whole family.
URL:https://www.yorkhills.ca/event/raising-a-child-with-autism-spectrum-disorder-winter/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260202T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260202T203000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164421
CREATED:20251201T145100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T040657Z
UID:46403-1770057000-1770064200@www.yorkhills.ca
SUMMARY:Triple P Seminar #3 - Raising Resilient Children (Winter)
DESCRIPTION:Triple P Seminar #3 – Raising Resilient Children\n\n\nPresented by: Positive Parenting Association Ontario \nPower of Positive Parenting seminars are a series of three workshops for parents of children birth to 12 years of age. Kids don’t come with an instruction manual! Many familiar parenting problems have very simple solutions that can be applied with some effort and focus. Triple P’s easy-to-understand and practical strategies have been shown to help families in all types of situations. \nSeminar #3 – Raising Resilient Children \nThis seminar focuses on learning strategies to help build positive feelings in your child and help your child recognize and accept feelings\, deal with negative feelings and upsetting stressful life events. \n**This is a 3-part seminar. Participation in all 3 dates is strongly recommended.**
URL:https://www.yorkhills.ca/event/triple-p-seminar-3-raising-resilient-children-winter/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260209T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260209T203000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164421
CREATED:20251201T145102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T040521Z
UID:46405-1770661800-1770669000@www.yorkhills.ca
SUMMARY:Triple P- Helping Children Develop Healthy Screentime Habits (Winter)
DESCRIPTION:Helping Children Develop Healthy Screentime Habits\n\n\nPresented by: Positive Parenting Association Ontario \nPower of Positive Parenting seminars are a series of three workshops for parents of children birth to 12 years of age. Kids don’t come with an instruction manual! Many familiar parenting problems have very simple solutions that can be applied with some effort and focus. Triple P’s easy-to-understand and practical strategies have been shown to help families in all types of situations. \nSeminar # 4 – Helping Children Develop Healthy Screentime HabitsThis practical\, evidence-based seminar offers parents and caregivers simple strategies to guide children toward balanced and healthy use of screens. Learn how to set clear boundaries\, encourage positive behaviors\, and reduce screen-related stress at home. Designed to support families in today’s digital world\, the seminar helps you create a screen time routine that works for your child’s well-being and development.
URL:https://www.yorkhills.ca/event/triple-p-helping-children-develop-healthy-screentime-habits-winter/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260211T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260211T203000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164421
CREATED:20251201T145105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T045014Z
UID:46407-1770834600-1770841800@www.yorkhills.ca
SUMMARY:Understanding and Managing Challenging Behaviours (Winter)
DESCRIPTION:Understanding and Managing Challenging Behaviours\n\n\nPresented by: Vanessa Biscardi and TBD(Child and Family Therapists) \nUnderstanding challenging behaviours and where they stem from is the first step to being able to better manage them. This workshop is for parents/caregivers of youth 12 years and older\, and will focus on how behaviours function in a teen’s brain. We will discuss and demonstrate the use of tools/strategies to manage challenging behaviours\, and how to improve parent/teen relationships.
URL:https://www.yorkhills.ca/event/understanding-and-managing-challenging-behaviours-winter/
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