SibShops are events which provide 8-13 year old brothers and sisters of children with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) an opportunity to meet other siblings in a relaxed, recreational setting.

SibShops intersperse information and discussion activities with high-energy games, new friends, and cooking and craft activities to get children talking, laughing, and learning. An introduction to ASD will be included to provide participants with a better understanding of the disorder and how it may impact their sibling.

• Applied Behaviour Analysis
• Life Skills
• Resilience
• Siblings

Northern Outreach & Clinical Services

15

Best suited for siblings of children with autism who are interested in not only learning about ASD, but also meeting other siblings, having fun, laughing, and talking about the good and not-so-good parts of having a sibling with special needs.

Exclusionary Criteria:
Youth with severe challenging behaviours that place themselves or others at risk of injury; youth who cannot follow group instruction.

12 hours total