The Township of King is committed to making recreational programs and services accessible to individuals of all abilities to better support the needs of families in King. The Township offers the following inclusion services:
Adapted programs: Adapted programming includes modified environments with smaller group sizes and increased group supervision, activities adapted to individual needs and goals.
1:1 inclusion support for children who require extra support to participate in a recreation program, camp or swim lesson, pending staff availability
Skating aids are welcome during the following Township of King skate programs:
Parent & Tot
55+ Skate
Public Skates
Read below for more information about inclusion services, email inclusion@king.ca
Extra support may be required if:
Extra support is required at school
Additional support or assistance is required at home for basic personal care needs such as eating, dressing or toileting
An exceptionality exists that affects mobility, communication, comprehension, social interaction and/or behaviour
The child is currently diagnosed with a disability
The participant requires support participating independently in a group setting
There are behaviours that need to be managed that could affect the safety of the participant or other participants, such as biting, pinching, slapping, or running.
Inclusion support staff for children with disabilities is provided free of charge to Township of King residents, pending availability.
Parents/guardians must complete the Participant Intake Form. This form needs to be completed each year to assist the team in preparing your child’s accommodations based on their interests and ability. The Township of King attempts to accommodate requests for additional support, however, due to the number of requests or level of care, support cannot be guaranteed. Families are welcome to consider alternate options of support with a family member or external worker to attend the program.
Inclusion support is offered by a specially trained inclusion facilitator who will work one-to-one with your child for the duration of the program. Staff can assist participants by providing modifications in areas such as program instruction, movement, equipment, communication, and promoting socialization with others.
How do I register for 1-on-1 support?
Look through the Recreation Guide to see which recreation program or camp matches your child’s interests and abilities.
Select the 1:1 inclusion support session that aligns with the specific recreation program or camp and indicate in the questionnaire the name and course code. Register online at townshipofking.perfectmind.com
Complete the Inclusion Participant Intake Form in its entirety (digital form in the questionnaire).
Once support has been confirmed by the Township’s Lead Hand – Aquatics and Inclusion Services, then your child can be registered in the program.
Families are welcome to bring their own external support person, at no charge, to any recreation program or camp to support a participant of all abilities.
Registered recreation programs, camps and swim lessons
External support persons must:
Be 16 years or older,
Be able to support the participant integrating into the activity,
Completing a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC), and
Complete an external support person contract.
To request to bring your own external support person in a registered program or camp, please contact inclusion@king.ca.
King Township provides adaptive equipment for use during programming, free of charge to registered participants. Examples include:A Hippocampe-All-terrain Wheelchair is available for use on the trails at Cold Creek Conservation Area.
*Note: The Hoppocampe-All-terrain Wheelchair must be booked for use prior to your visit. To book, email coldcreek@king.ca
Rental equipment for Para Ice Hockey (Sledges/sticks)
Wheelchair Basketball coming soon!
Coming Soon!
Current Inclusion Programs & Events
The quickest and easiest way to register is online
Inclusion program designed for children, youth, and teens who have a broad spectrum of disabilities and severities. Volunteers are to work 1:1 with children and youth who require additional support. They engage with participants in interactive activities including cooking/baking and menu building. These participants will learn kitchen safety, gain kitchen confidence, and create a cookbook as a keepsake so they can cook for family and friends at any time! This program is nut aware.
Location: King City Seniors Centre (King Rd.)
Date: Wednesday, September 18, 2024 – Wednesday, November 6, 2024
Ages: 7 – 17 years old
Time: 5:30pm – 7:00pm
Cost: R: $192.00 l NR: $211.20
Course #: 22498
Everybody Dance Now is a new and exciting inclusive dance program for all exceptionalities and their caregivers. Explore the coolest dance crazes like hip-hop, Latin, pop, and more! No complicated choreography. Simple moves! Feel the beat and follow along or if the music inspires you, dance to your OWN tune! You can't get it wrong! Embrace your creative self and dance it your way in a class designed to get you moving and grooving! Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable clothing.
Location: King City Seniors Centre (King Rd.)
Date: Saturday, September 21, 2024 – Saturday, November 9, 2024
Ages: 13 – 99 years old
Time: 12:45pm – 1:30pm
Cost: R: $107.52 l NR: $118.27
Course #: 22497
Come join us for a Free Adapted Skate designed for children, youth, teens, and adults with a broad spectrum of disabilities and severities! This skate is open to all participants however all skaters require 1:1 support on the ice and must wear helmets. CSA skate aides are permitted.
NO STICKS AND/OR PUCKS ALLOWED.
Location: Trisan Centre
Date: Saturday, September 7, 2024 – Saturday, March 29, 2025
(Exclusion Dates: November 9, December 14, December 28 & Jan 18)Time: 9:00am – 10:00am
Cost: FREE
- Please visit our Enrich King website to view available funding opportunities including; CAP (Community Assistance Program) & Additional Resources.
- The Township of King is affiliated with both the PLAY and Summer Camp subsidy programs. If families wish to seek more avenues to receive funding for 1:1 support, they are welcome to contact York Region's Access York at 1-877-464-9675 (Press 5 for Summer Camp and 6 for PLAY) to be approved for funding.