This May 4-10, is Mental Health Week. FIREFLY is recognizing Mental Health Week by sharing all the of the Mental Health Champions that were nominated across Northwestern Ontario. We'll be highlighting them on our social media pages as well as sending them a certificate. In other organizations, CMHA is inviting people across Canada to Come […]
FIREFLY is hosting another High Intensity Kids program this spring. This is offered virtually and is available to any caregiver across Northwestern Ontario. These kids are usually intense, deeply feeling, often spirited, and sometimes challenging. Over the course of four sessions, you will connect with other caregivers who can relate to your experiences, learn about […]
This group is an opportunity for youth aged 12-16 to socialize with other youth in the surrounding district, make new connections, and participate in a variety of activities and games. Youth will work on skill building, communication and play skills. Click here to register. Full 2026/27 Dates: Monday June 15 (6:00pm – 7:00pm)Tuesday, September 15 […]
FIREFLY is hosting another High Intensity Kids program this spring. This is offered virtually and is available to any caregiver across Northwestern Ontario. These kids are usually intense, deeply feeling, often spirited, and sometimes challenging. Over the course of four sessions, you will connect with other caregivers who can relate to your experiences, learn about […]
FIREFLY is hosting another High Intensity Kids program this spring. This is offered virtually and is available to any caregiver across Northwestern Ontario. These kids are usually intense, deeply feeling, often spirited, and sometimes challenging. Over the course of four sessions, you will connect with other caregivers who can relate to your experiences, learn about […]
The Virtual Autism Caregiver Support Group is an excellent opportunity for caregivers of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder to get together and share their struggles, successes and ask questions. You do not need to commit to every session, but we encourage you to attend as many as you can. For more information on the Virtual […]
Caregivers and their autistic children and youth (ages 0–18) are invited to join us in Dryden at the EarlyON Centre for a session on positive reinforcement. Come learn practical strategies you can use at home, connect with a Positive Behaviour Interventionist, ask questions, and start building your own reinforcement “toolbox.” We’ll have activities for youth […]
FIREFLY is hosting another High Intensity Kids program this spring. This is offered virtually and is available to any caregiver across Northwestern Ontario. These kids are usually intense, deeply feeling, often spirited, and sometimes challenging. Over the course of four sessions, you will connect with other caregivers who can relate to your experiences, learn about […]
Youth Dungeons and Dragons Virtual Youth Group is an opportunity for autistic children and youth aged 12-16 to socialize and participate in imaginative play associated with Dungeons and Dragons. The group will consist of guided play encouraging teamwork, communication, social play, along with building confidence. Youth will be encouraged to facilitate independently, with the support […]
FIREFLY has partnered with the Lake of The Woods District Hospital, Canadian Mental Health Association Fort Frances and Parents for Children’s Mental Health to offer a group session with our Parenting Mental Health Support Worker, RoxAnne Daignault. These sessions provide a safe, non-judgmental, and confidential space for parents/caregivers to speak openly and honestly about their […]
Youth Dungeons and Dragons Virtual Youth Group is an opportunity for autistic children and youth aged 12-16 to socialize and participate in imaginative play associated with Dungeons and Dragons. The group will consist of guided play encouraging teamwork, communication, social play, along with building confidence. Youth will be encouraged to facilitate independently, with the support […]
FIREFLY has partnered with the Lake of The Woods District Hospital, Canadian Mental Health Association Fort Frances and Parents for Children’s Mental Health to offer a group session with our Parenting Mental Health Support Worker, RoxAnne Daignault. These sessions provide a safe, non-judgmental, and confidential space for parents/caregivers to speak openly and honestly about their […]
