Sensational Futures

Sensational Futures To empower parents and teachers and other professionals working with children with special needs

Educational consulting through workshops and professional speaking on supports for children with special needs

02/22/2026
02/22/2026

Our survey on Housing & Independent Living will be closing soon, and we want to ensure everyone has had an opportunity to share their feedback! šŸ 

This conversational, plain-language survey is for Autistic and neurodivergent people to share their own lived experiences of housing and independent living. Community-based insights like these, help to shape our future decisions and priorities by providing a clear focus on current needs. We value your opinions and would love to hear from you!

šŸ”— Survey Link: https://bit.ly/46O4G4c

ā° Survey will close Monday, February 23.

02/22/2026

When support minutes are being discussed, it’s important to look at what the research-based program actually for fidelity. šŸ“˜ā±ļø

Consistency matters. If a manual outlines 5 days a week at 45 minutes per session, reducing that can progress.

Parents are equal members of the team, and asking for about evidence-based recommendations is absolutely appropriate. šŸ“ŠāœØ

Have you ever had to reference program guidelines during a meeting?

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02/22/2026

ONE WEEK FROM TODAY!

Kyle Lobb - Autistic Journeys: Voices & Perspectives
Friday, February 27th
12 pm to 1 pm

Kyle Lobb is on a mission to make effective change and create space for Autistics.

Kyle Lobb is a 37-year-old neurodivergent individual diagnosed with Autism, Tourette’s syndrome, OCD, ADHD, and Bipolar disorder. Growing up, Kyle often felt different from others and faced challenges navigating school, friendships, employment, and neurotypical society. Despite these obstacles, he has developed strategies to manage daily life and recently moved into his first independent home with support from his community.

Fitness, housing, public speaking, and more are those spaces where you will find Kyle finding his mark.

This learning session is part of Autism Edmonton’s ā€œAutistic Journeys: Voices and Perspectivesā€ series, where Kyle will share his experiences and insights as a neurodivergent individual navigating life, independence, and community involvement.

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/kyle-lobb-autistic-journeys-voices-and-perspectives-tickets-1978850621478?aff=oddtdtcreator

02/22/2026

Please consider giving to DWW today. For the dogs, for the programs waiting on us to help them, for the success of the incredible clients we support. A little goes a very long way and you can make a difference today, right now! We'd love to hear from you. Dogswithwings.ca

02/20/2026

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Hiring skilled Recreation Therapists matters. Recreation Therapists provide tailored, evidence-informed interventions that address individual needs and support meaningful outcomes. Their work takes a holistic approach—considering cognitive, physical, emotional, social, and spiritual wellbeing. Through purposeful group and individual interventions, Recreation Therapists foster connection, reduce isolation, and strengthen community wellbeing.

Investing in qualified Recreation Therapists supports individual growth and contributes to healthier, more inclusive communities. Therapeutic Recreation is evidence in action.

02/20/2026
02/20/2026

🌟 We’re Hiring a Program Coordinator! 🌟

Want to be part of a team that’s making a real difference across Alberta? The Learning Disabilities Association of Alberta (LDAA) is looking for a dynamic, organized, people‑loving Program Coordinator to join our crew.

If you’re the kind of person who enjoys keeping things running smoothly, loves connecting with communities, and thrives in a virtual workspace, you’ll fit right in. You’ll help coordinate programs and events, support our marketing and communications, and take the lead on our Alberta Learner’s License Prep Kit program.

Every day brings something new—and every task contributes to meaningful impact.
This is a part‑time, flexible role with a supportive team that genuinely cares about the work we do and the people we serve. If you’re ready to bring your skills, energy, and creativity to an organization that values collaboration and community, we’d love to meet you.
✨ Albertans only
✨ Learn more and apply at www.ldalberta.ca/about-us/careers/

02/20/2026

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02/20/2026

Help shape Canada’s Autism Strategy.

We’re hosting two virtual engagement sessions focusing on screening, diagnosis, and services.

This is a chance to share:
• what’s working
• what needs to change
• what support should look like across Canada.

We want to hear from:
• Autistic people
• Family members and caregivers
• Community members across Canada

Two sessions available (same content - you only need to attend one):

Thursday, March 5 – 3:00 PM Pacific | 6:00 PM Eastern
šŸ”— Registration Link: https://lnkd.in/eTbEpeNW

Monday, March 30 – 11:00 AM Pacific | 2:00 PM Eastern
šŸ”— Registration Link: https://lnkd.in/eNnMNRUW

English sessions with French interpretation and bilingual closed captioning.
Additional participation supports are available on request.

Your input will shape recommendations for Canada’s Autism Strategy.

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Nous vous invitons Ć  participer Ć  l’une de nos prochaines sĆ©ances de consultation virtuelles afin de contribuer Ć  Ć©laborer la StratĆ©gie pour l’autisme au Canada.

Ces sƩances porteront sur le dƩpistage, le diagnostic et les services.

C’est l’occasion de partager :
• ce qui fonctionne
• ce qui doit changer
• Ć  quoi le soutien devrait ressembler partout au Canada

Nous souhaitons particuliĆØrement entendre les commentaires :
• des personnes autistes
• des membres de la famille et des proches aidants
• des membres de la communautĆ© partout au Canada

Deux sĆ©ances offertes (mĆŖme contenu — vous n’avez besoin d’assister qu’à une seule) :

Jeudi 5 mars – 15 h, heure du Pacifique | 18 h, heure de l’Est
šŸ”— Lien d’inscription : https://lnkd.in/eTbEpeNW

Lundi 30 mars – 11 h, heure du Pacifique | 14 h, heure de l’Est
šŸ”— Lien d’inscription : https://lnkd.in/eNnMNRUW

Les sƩances se dƩrouleront en anglais. Une interprƩtation en franƧais et des sous-titres bilingues seront fournis.
Des mesures de soutien supplƩmentaires pour participer sont offertes sur demande.

Votre avis contribuera Ć  orienter les recommandations pour la StratĆ©gie pour l’autisme au Canada.

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