Decreased Sound Tolerance (Sound Sensitivity Project)
Funded by: TD Ready Commitment
Children with autism often experience sound sensitivities, making everyday activities a challenge. The Sound Sensitivity Project is developing an innovative wearable app powered by artificial intelligence to help kids manage these sensitivities. This solution filters or masks aversive sounds, allowing children to engage fully in the world around them.
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Nurturing the Seed
Funded by: Petro-Canada CareMakers Foundation
This evidence-based program blends Indigenous and non-Indigenous practices to address developmental delays in children. By engaging caregivers and community members, Nurturing the Seed fosters a child-caregiver relationship that supports early mental health and development.
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Acceptance and Commitment Training (ACT) for Indigenous and Black Communities
Funded by: Petro-Canada CareMakers Foundation
Family caregivers of children with neurodevelopmental disabilities experience high levels of stress and isolation. Our ACT intervention has helped over 300 caregivers manage stress, depression, and physical health concerns while promoting mental health resilience.
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Dino Island
Funded by:
- Molson Foundation
- Schwab Charitable Fund made possible by the generosity of Elizabeth Donovan
Dino Island is a therapeutic video game designed to help children with neurodevelopmental disabilities improve their attention, executive functioning, and memory. By turning therapy into a fun and engaging game, Dino Island provides an accessible, effective solution to children with neurodevelopmental challenges.
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Social ABCs – Expansion in Manitoba
Funded by: David & Tracey Kuik Family in honor of Paige Kuik
The Social ABCs program supports toddlers with autism or delayed social communication by teaching caregivers the strategies to foster social interaction. Expanding this program to Manitoba will bring vital support to families in need.
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