Sinneave Foundation

Your Time, Your Way
2026-06-09 17:00 - 19:30, 2026-06-10 17:00 - 19:30, 2026-06-11 17:00 - 19:30, 2026-06-17 17:00 - 19:30, 2026-06-18 17:00 - 19:30, 2026-06-23 17:00 - 19:30, 2026-06-24 17:00 - 19:30, 2026-06-25 17:00 - 19:30 (America/Edmonton) and 1 more date | The Ability Hub, Suite #300, 3820 - 24th Avenue NW, Calgary, Alberta, T3B-2X9, Canada
Members of our community are invited to drop-in and use our space on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays to unwind or recharge—with no pressure to engage in structured activities. We have several rooms available–a quiet lounge, computer desks, hang out sofas–you choose. It’s your time to use your way.

Each week, we offer a “third space”—a place separate from home, work, or school where there is no obligation to spend money on food or beverages—to members of our community.

We provide flexible seating, focus tools, and adjustable lighting options in an effort to make our space welcoming and inclusive to those who wish to spend time in it.

Drop-in hours are 5:00 – 7:30 p.m.

Here are some suggestions of things you may like to do, but this is not an exhaustive list:

Socializing: Chat with others, make new connections, or catch up with friends

Using Computers: Access the internet, complete personal tasks, or explore hobbies online. Use our computers and wifi or bring your own device and connect via our network

Relaxing: Sit quietly, read, listen to music with headphones, or just enjoy the calm space

Independent Work: Bring personal projects, homework or studying you may need to do, or use the time to focus on tasks

Unstructured Activities: puzzles, sketching, journaling, or engaging in other personal hobbies

Exploring Resources: Learn about other programs, events, or services Sinneave offers

Simply Being: Spend time in the space without any specific activity, just enjoying the presence of others without any expectations to engage

To ensure a welcoming and safe environment for all users, please read over the Rules of the Space before you arrive:

Check-In is Required: Everyone signs in upon arrival

No Alcohol or Drugs: This is a substance-free space for everyone’s safety and comfort

Respectful Content and Behavior: No engagement with explicit content and all interactions should be respectful

Noise Levels: Keep volume moderate to accommodate diverse activities

No formal supervision provided: Attend and engage independently

Sinneave + Carya: Relationships with Your Autistic Adult Children
2026-06-11 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-06-18 18:00 - 20:00 | Alberta
*We are no longer accepting participants for this group. Please watch our social media channels and website for more dates for this group later in the year.

We are pleased to offer Carya’s Relationships With Your Adult Children group with a focus on supporting parents and caregivers of Autistic adults as they grow in independence.

This group is designed to support parents as they reflect on and adapt to changing relationships with their adult children. In this group, parents and caregivers will:

Build understanding around family dynamics and how they change as children develop into adults,

Learn how to maintain personal boundaries and communication skills to improve or support relationships with their adult children, and

Learn how to maintain personal wellness when encountering challenging family relationships.

Participants will examine and explore their values when it comes to relationships with their children who are now adults. You will receive information from our experienced facilitators and be introduced to tools and information while having the chance to have group conversations with others who have similar experiences.

About Carya

Carya is a social impact agency that has been responding to the evolving social needs of the Calgary community since 1910.

With more than a century of expertise, they are deeply rooted in being a place of connection and support for Calgarians when and where they it most.

Carya impacts the lives of thousands of Calgarians each year, through a range of comprehensive, low to no-cost programs and services that enhance mental well-being, strengthen families, improve living conditions, and create meaningful social connections.

Visit their website to learn more about Carya Calgary.

Neurodiversity AcknowledgementWe honour neurodiversity and strive to create environments that value the many ways people think, learn, and communicate. Our programs, services, and activities are designed to be neuroaffirming, accessible, and guided by the input from the people we serve. Read the full neurodiversity acknowledgement on our website.

Your Time, Your Way - Pride Month Movie Night
2026-06-16 17:00 - 19:30 | The Ability Hub, Suite #300, 3820 - 24th Avenue NW, Calgary, Alberta, T3B-2X9, Canada
June is Pride Month and you’re invited to celebrate with us!

Tuesday, June 16 we will be screening the movie, “The Mitchells vs. the Machines.” Whether you identify as 2SLGBTQ+ or consider yourself a friend and ally, all are welcome. The doors open at 5:00 p.m. with the movie beginning at 5:15 p.m.

Popcorn will be provided, but attendees are welcome to bring their own snacks. Participation looks different for everyone and all forms are accepted. Attendees may watch the movie quietly, stepping out for breaks if needed, or simply enjoy the shared space in your own way.

Each week, we offer a “third space”—a place separate from home or work or school where there is no obligation to spend money on food or beverages—to members of our community.

Drop in and use our space to unwind or recharge, with no pressure to engage in structured activities. We have several rooms and spaces available: a quiet lounge, computer desks, hang out sofas–you choose. It’s your time to use your way.

The rest of our space remains open for people who don’t want to participate in structured activities. We provide flexible seating options, focus tools, and adjustable lighting options in an effort to make our space more welcoming and inclusive to those who wish to spend time in it.

Suggested activities:

Socializing: Chat with others, make new connections, or catch up with friends

Using Computers: Access the internet, complete personal tasks, or explore hobbies online. Use our computers and wifi or bring your own device and connect via our network

Relaxing: Sit quietly, read, listen to music with headphones, or just enjoy the calm space

Independent Work: Bring personal projects, homework or studying you may need to do, or use the time to focus on tasks

Unstructured Activities: puzzles, sketching, journaling, or engaging in other personal hobbies

Exploring Resources: Learn about other programs, events, or services Sinneave offers

Simply Being: Spend time in the space without any specific activity, just enjoying the presence of others without any expectations to engage

To ensure a welcoming and safe space for all users, please read over the Rules of the Space before you arrive:

Check-In is Required: Everyone signs in upon arrival

No Alcohol or Drugs: This is a substance-free space for everyone’s safety and comfort

Respectful Content and Behavior: No engagement with explicit content and all interactions should be respectful

Noise Levels: Keep volume moderate to accommodate diverse activities

No formal supervision provided: Attend and engage independently

Neurodiversity AcknowledgementWe honour neurodiversity and strive to create environments that value the many ways people think, learn, and communicate. Our programs, services, and activities are designed to be neuroaffirming, accessible, and guided by the input from the people we serve. Read the full neurodiversity acknowledgement on our website.

Women's Group: Peer Support for 18+
2026-06-23 18:00 - 19:30 | The Ability Hub, Suite #300, 3820 - 24th Avenue NW, Calgary, Alberta, T3B-2X9, Canada
We’re thrilled to offer a group designed specifically for Autistic and other neurodivergent adults (18+) who identify as women or who connect with experiences of womanhood.*

In this session, we will talk about building, understanding, and navigating workplace relationships. Some topics may include:

Relationships in a new job

The difference between “friendly” and “friendship”

Discovering common interests and building rapport with colleagues

Understanding and navigating work-safe topics of conversation and workplace culture.

Participants are welcome to share lived experiences and discuss strategies that have been helpful for them as they relate to our discussion topics.

Please note, this is not a therapy group, but rather, a supportive, non-clinical space to discuss and share ideas, lived experiences, and connect meaningfully with others. The content and resources shared in this group are informed by both lived Autistic experience and research as they intersect with gendered experiences in society.

*This group is intended for Autistic and neurodivergent folks who identify as women or who connect with experiences of womanhood, inclusive of non-binary and other 2SLGBTQ+ identities and expressions. This boundary ensures that participants can share openly without explanation, justification or judgement.

Tuesday, June 236:00 – 7:30 p.m.In-person at The Ability Hub (300, 3820 24 Ave NW)There is no cost to attend.

To register, log in to Sinneave Connects. If you don’t have a Sinneave Connects account yet, it’s easy! Click the button that says, Sinneave Connects to access the learning hub and follow the instructions on the log-in page.

Sinneave Connects

About the Presenter:Alexandra (Ali) Skeet is a Learning and Connection Associate at The Sinneave Family Foundation. She delivers the Information and Navigation service where they have the pleasure to meet with Autistic and neurodivergent individuals one-on-one to provide consistent, person-centred information and navigation to Sinneave programs and services, and/or community-based resources. Ali has both professional and lived experience navigating identity, and the intersectional impact of societal expectations/beliefs on neurodivergent individuals. They bring over a decade of experience in the field of mental health, and a passion for person-centered care and intersectional inclusivity.

*During this session, Sinneave staff, guest presenters, and attendees may share information about community resources. Some information provided may not be accurate, up-to-date, or reliable for everyone. Attendees are also encouraged to be critical consumers of information available on the internet. Providing information about a community resource is not endorsement, and Sinneave does not assume any risk for the outcome of using the information shared during this session.

Neurodiversity AcknowledgementWe honour neurodiversity and strive to create environments that value the many ways people think, learn, and communicate. Our programs, services, and activities are designed to be neuroaffirming, accessible, and guided by the input from the people we serve. Read the full neurodiversity acknowledgement on our website.

Navigating Healthcare: From Planning to Follow-Up
2026-06-24 18:30 - 19:30 | Online via Sinneave Connects
Navigating the healthcare system can often feel overwhelming–from knowing which provider to see, to preparing for appointments, asking the right questions, and managing follow-up care.

To support individuals in these everyday situations, this 60-minute facilitated session will introduce participants to four micro-eLearning modules, which are available on Sinneave Connects, our online learning hub:

Figure Out Who to See,

Plan for Your Next Health Appointment,

Communicate Effectively During Appointments, and

Take Charge of Follow-Up Care.

Learn how these resources can support you in different stages of the healthcare journey, and how to access them for ongoing use.

Wednesday, June 246:30 – 7:30 p.m.Online via Sinneave Connects

This virtual session is hosted on Sinneave Connects, our online learning hub. If you already have a Sinneave Connects account, just log in as usual. If you have not registered yet, it’s free and easy to set up. Click the button that says, “Sinneave Connects” and follow the prompts on the log-in screen.

Sinneave Connects

About the Presenter:

Alexandra (Ali) Skeet is a Learning and Connection Associate at The Sinneave Family Foundation. She delivers the Information and Navigation service where she has the pleasure to meet with Autistic and neurodivergent individuals one-on-one to provide consistent, person-centred information, and navigate individuals to Sinneave programs and services and community-based resources. Ali has more than a decade of experience in the mental health field and has a passion for person-centred care and intersectional inclusivity.

If you have questions, please reach out to info@sinneavefoundation.org or call 403 210-5000. We’re here to help.

Neurodiversity AcknowledgementWe honour neurodiversity and strive to create environments that value the many ways people think, learn, and communicate. Our programs, services, and activities are designed to be neuroaffirming, accessible, and guided by the input from the people we serve. Read the full neurodiversity acknowledgement on our website.
