Autism Unplugged Learning Centre Keswick

**Autism Unplugged Learning Centre is currently looking for student volunteers!**

Are you in Grade 10, 11, or 12 and looking to complete your community service hours?

This is a great opportunity to gain meaningful experience, build responsibility, develop confidence, and be part of a caring, inclusive environment that supports children and youth in our community.

Student volunteers may help with things like organizing materials, preparing activities, assisting with special events, helping set up and clean up, supporting fundraising initiatives, and creating a welcoming environment for our learners and families.

We are looking for local students who are kind, dependable, mature, and interested in gaining experience in the field while making a positive difference in their community.

Interested students are encouraged to send a resume or brief volunteer inquiry to Autism Unplugged Learning Centre.

📍 Keswick, Ontario
📧 https://www.autismunplugged.ca/contact-us

✨ Every day brings a small miracle. ✨

Today is one of those moments worth celebrating.

One of our learners used a short sentence to independently request something they wanted.

It may seem like a simple moment, but for many children, putting words together to communicate a need or want is a huge milestone. These are the building blocks of independence, self-advocacy, and meaningful connections with others.

Progress isn’t always measured in giant leaps. Sometimes it’s just a few words spoken at the right moment.

Today, we celebrate those words. 💙

☀️ Autism Unplugged Summer Camp is returning, and we couldn’t be more excited.
Our summer programs are designed to be more than just a way to fill the day.
This is where kids build real confidence, real connections, and real-life skills, in an environment that truly understands them.
Our camps are open to any child who would benefit from structure, social skill development, and a supportive environment.
Each week brings new experiences, guided social opportunities, and hands-on activities designed to help children connect, regulate, and grow.
✨ Weekly themed programming
✨ Social skill development built into every day
✨ Structured, supportive environment
✨ Opportunities to build friendships and confidence
Spots are limited to ensure the right level of support for each child.
📍 Georgina
📅 Weekly programs running all summer
👉 Register here:
https://www.autismunplugged.ca/summercamp
Link also in bio.
This is the kind of summer that doesn’t just fill time,
it builds something that lasts. 💙

Summer Camp | Autism Unplugged Learning Centre | Keswick A fun, supportive summer camp in Keswick for kids ages 5–12. Build confidence, friendships, and independence in a structured, inclusive environment.

This is something more families are starting to experience.

Not just in conversation, but in real, day-to-day decisions.

The wait, the uncertainty, and trying to figure out what actually helps in the meantime.

We’re seeing this more often with families in our community. It’s not always clear what the next step should be, and that can feel overwhelming.

What’s often missed is that progress doesn’t have to pause while waiting.

There are meaningful ways to build skills, confidence, and momentum during that time—and that can make a significant difference long-term.

If you’re in that position right now, you’re not alone in it.

We’ve added more context in our bio for anyone who wants to explore further.

If this might be helpful for another family, feel free to pass it along.

This came out today, and it reflects something more families are starting to experience.

Not just in headlines, but in real, day-to-day decisions.

The wait, the uncertainty, and trying to figure out what actually helps in the meantime.

We’re seeing this more often in conversations with families in our community. It’s not always clear what the next step should be, and that can feel overwhelming.

What’s often missing from these conversations is that progress doesn’t have to pause while waiting.

There are meaningful ways to build skills, confidence, and momentum during that time—and that can make a significant difference long-term.

If you’re in that position right now, you’re not alone in it.

We’ve added the article to our bio for anyone who wants to read through it. If this might be helpful for another family, feel free to pass it along.

Coverage by Matthew Slevin, YorkRegion.com.

This came out today, and it reflects something more families are starting to experience.

Not just in headlines, but in real, day-to-day decisions.

The wait, the uncertainty, and trying to figure out what actually helps in the meantime.

We’re seeing this more often in conversations with families in our community. It’s not always clear what the next step should be, and that can feel overwhelming.

What’s often missing from these conversations is that progress doesn’t have to pause while waiting.

There are meaningful ways to build skills, confidence, and momentum during that time—and that can make a significant difference long-term.

If you’re in that position right now, you’re not alone in it.

We’ve added the article to our bio for anyone who wants to read through it.
Coverage by Matthew Slevin, YorkRegion.com.

We are so excited to share that we have officially selected a winner for our iPad Giveaway 💙

First, thank you.

The number of families who shared their stories, their needs, and how this could support their child was truly incredible. We read every single entry, and it was a powerful reminder of how important access to the right tools really is.

This was never just a giveaway.
It was about getting something meaningful into the hands of a family who truly needs it.

✨ Congratulations to Ozzie ✨
Ozzie is a 3-year-old little boy who is non-verbal and needs a voice.

This iPad will help support communication, connection, and independence — and we are so honoured to be a small part of that journey.

A heartfelt thank you to his grandmother, Tammy Crittenden, who nominated him. She has been contacted.

The winner was selected at random, with witnesses present, and all entries were verified.

This would not have been possible without the incredible support of our community sponsors:

🌟 GOLD SPONSORS
Wayne Winch & Brenda Brouwer REALTORS® RE/MAX All-Stars Realty Inc.
Colour Central Hair Salon and Studio
Home Hardware Keswick

🥈 SILVER SPONSORS
Canadian Tire Keswick
BROUWER Kesmac
Prestige Jewellers

🤝 COMMUNITY SPONSORS
Zehrs Keswick
Woody’s Volkswagen
Dale’s Transmission
Staples

🏡 Hosted by Autism Unplugged Learning Centre
💙 Celebrating 10 Years of supporting families in our community

To every family who entered — thank you for trusting us with your story.
We see you. We hear you. And we’re here for you.

💙 Help us thank these amazing local businesses for making this possible.

Wayne Winch & Brenda Brouwer, Sales Representatives Keswick Home Hardware Colour Central Hair Studio & Spa - Keswick Prestige Jewellery Canadian Tire Brouwer Kesmac
Woodys Automotive
Zehrs