Friendship Foundations

Who: Friendship Foundations is a 6-week introductory social group for kids aged 6-9 to learn how to be part of a group.

What: Friendship Foundations is designed for children who are developing the foundational skills needed to successfully participate in small-group learning and peer activities. Through games, creative activities, and cooperative play, participants will practice following group routines, participating in shared activities, building self-regulation skills, and increasing flexibility in a safe and supportive environment.

Additionally, across all activities, participants have opportunities to practice important group and friendship skills, including:

• Sharing materials and space with others
• Transitioning between activities
• Coping with winning and losing
• Communicating and interacting with peers
• Participating in cooperative activities
• Managing changes and unexpected situations

*Developed and overseen by a Registered Behaviour Analyst.

This is a fee-based group program, payable, with full payment collected upfront to reserve your child’s spot. Individual invoices are finalized at the end of each session. Please note that missed sessions are not refundable, transferable, or eligible for makeup sessions.

Families are responsible for reviewing their OAP funding and other extended health benefits coverage to determine whether this service may be eligible for reimbursement. Coverage varies between providers and plans, and participation in Friendship Explorers does not guarantee reimbursement. 

Families are responsible for payment of the program fees regardless of whether their OAP funding or extended health benefits provider approves or reimburses the service. Any questions regarding eligibility, reimbursement requirements, or required documentation should be directed to the family’s OAP Service Coordinator, or insurance provider prior to registration.