SERVICES
Corbrook offers full day, half day and one-to-one support
Pre-Employment Training
Do you have dreams of getting a job but don’t know where to start? Our Pre-Employment Training workshops will set you up for success! Prior to gaining employment, we want to ensure that you have the right tools and resources to excel on the job. Our Pre-Employment Training workshops will teach you the appropriate soft skills you need for a workplace setting, such as communication, conflict resolution, teamwork, and professionalism. You’ll also learn how to write a competitive resume, master an interview, search for jobs online, and gain hands-on experience practicing the skills required to physically complete work tasks. By attending our collaborative and interactive Pre-Employment Training workshops you’ll leave better equipped to meet employer expectations and retain long-lasting employment. Workshop participants are always encouraged to share their own knowledge and experiences with the group. Let’s get to work!
Money Management
Finances can be an intimidating topic, but we make it easy to feel confident about your funds. Our Money Management workshops will help you understand the value of money and will teach you practical skills like how to create an effective budget, cut back on expenses, conduct basic banking, price-match and more! You’ll be asked to consider and evaluate your different sources of income, common spending expenses, everyday saving habits and how you manage your money at hand. Workshop participants are also encouraged to collaborate and share strategies or tips that have helped them in the past. Most importantly, these workshops will give you a better idea of how to support your own financial needs and will prepare you to save for the future that you want to have.
Dream BIG!
It’s all in the name! Our Dream BIG! workshops are all about passion, persistence, and shooting for the stars! These motivating workshops are designed to help you reach your goals and make your dreams a realty. This is an exciting opportunity for you to discover your strengths, talents, hopes and dreams so that you can plan for the future that you want to have. You’ll learn how to practice self-determination and answer questions like: What do I want out of life? What brings me happiness? What are my values? What are my strengths? What choices can I make for myself? You’ll also learn how to adopt a growth mindset and use strategies like SMART goals to achieve your full potential. Get ready to harness your ambition and Dream BIG!
Self-Advocacy and Activism (S.A.A.)
Do you want to see positive changes in your community? Do you feel like your voice isn’t heard when government policies and decisions are made that affect you? Do you want to make the world a better place for everyone? Take action by joining our Self-Advocacy and Activism workshops! These workshops help identify issues that matter most to group members and encourage positive change within us and our society. By learning about diversity, social justice, human rights, and how to advocate for yourself, you’ll develop a strong sense of self-empowerment and self-determination. This is an exciting opportunity to get involved in your community through activism, charity involvement, awareness raising, and whatever initiatives we come up with together! YOU have the power to be your own self-advocate, and YOU have the power to make real changes in your life! Join Self-Advocacy and Activism to find out how!
Sense of S.E.L.F. (Social Emotional Learning Fundamentals)
What does empathy mean? What do healthy relationships look like? How do you make social connections with others? What are emotions and how do you manage them? These are just some of the questions we answer in our Sense of S.E.L.F. workshops where you’ll have the opportunity to develop a strong social and emotional skillset. Social and emotional skills are the tools we use in social interactions and to manage every day emotional responses. Things like social awareness and taking responsibility for oneself are essential to maintaining healthy relationships and practicing self-care. With this in mind, our Sense of S.E.L.F. workshops are anchored around the 5 pillars of social emotional learning:
• Self-management
• Self-awareness
• Social awareness
• Responsible decision making
• Relationship skills
• Self-management
• Self-awareness
• Social awareness
• Responsible decision making
• Relationship skills
Karaoke Dance Party!
Channel your inner superstar, grab that hairbrush microphone and belt out some of your favourite tunes! Our Karaoke Dance Party! workshops offer a fun, interactive setting where we combine elements of song and dance for a heart-pumping experience. With new themes each week, we explore different genres and decades of music, and learn all kinds of dance moves from around the world. Everyone who would like to sing will get at least one turn being a karaoke superstar while the rest of us dance along and practice the new moves we’ve learned. Show off your singing skills while also getting your sweat on in our upbeat Karaoke Dance Party! Please come prepared with a list of the top 3 songs you would like to sing along to (you can stick to your favourites or pick new songs that go with the week’s theme).
Let’s Talk
Whether you have the gift of gab or not, come hangout and connect with others in this fun, social setting! This is a time to catch up with one another, chat about current events, play some social games, and simply enjoy each other’s company. We can talk about life, Netflix, music, special dates, the weather, sports, or just about anything you’d like! There will be different themes each week to get the conversation started.
Skills for Life
Not your average “life skills” package! Skills for Life is a workshop designed for life in the 21st century. On top of learning how master things like housekeeping, personal hygiene, public transit, and day-to-day tasks, you’ll also develop the skills you actually need for modern living, such as:
• How to use apps on your smartphone
• How to order a drink at your favourite coffee shop
• How to be safe on social media
• How to decorate your living space
• How to book your own Wheel-Trans ride online
• How to use key search terms on Google
• How to throw a successful party!
…and more! If there’s a skill you want to learn—let us know! We always welcome your requests and will tailor workshops accordingly. Set yourself up for success in today’s world by joining these practical, topical, hands-on workshops.
• How to use apps on your smartphone
• How to order a drink at your favourite coffee shop
• How to be safe on social media
• How to decorate your living space
• How to book your own Wheel-Trans ride online
• How to use key search terms on Google
• How to throw a successful party!
…and more! If there’s a skill you want to learn—let us know! We always welcome your requests and will tailor workshops accordingly. Set yourself up for success in today’s world by joining these practical, topical, hands-on workshops.
Creative Studio
Kick start your creativity and experience the exciting world of self-expression in our Creative Studio! With new projects every week, workshop participants will be able to create their own pieces of unique artwork using a variety of different mediums, such as colouring pencils, paint, clay, oil pastels, and more! Not only will you have the opportunity create beautiful artwork, learn how to DIY, and craft up a storm, you will also be introduced to various art practices from around the world and the works of great artists throughout history. We also take a look at the up-and-coming artists of today and explore more modern forms of creative expression like graffiti, photography, mixed-media, and digital art. Whether you’re learning a new skill or polishing old ones, these accessible and engaging workshops will encourage you to keep the creativity flowing long after they’re done! Creative Studio workshops offered on Zoom will only use materials that you can find at home or can purchase from the dollar store.
Live Well
Lead by our certified yoga and meditation instructor, our Live Well workshops combine physical activity, health education, and mindfulness practice to promote a holistic approach to individual wellbeing. With a focus on both mental and physical health, these workshops will encourage participants to conceptualize healthy living as much more than just diet and exercise. While you’re sure to work up a sweat with fitness activities like yoga, dancing, weight training and chair cardio, you will also learn about general healthcare and the many aspects of emotional wellbeing. Session topics will differ from week-to-week but will always include a portion of physical activity, an educational segment, and time for a mindfulness practice. Take care of your body, mind, and spirit with this total wellness package and Live Well!
In the Kitchen
Join us In the Kitchen for a unique food experience! At Corbrook, we see the kitchen as an optimal space for full-spectrum learning. Lead by our in-house culinary specialist, our In the Kitchen workshops provide you with an opportunity to engage in many different fields of discovery. Not only will you learn how to prepare practical food dishes, make healthy food choices, and practice proper safety measures, you will also have the chance to:
• Learn about geography by checking out international dishes and learning how and where food grows
• Enhance creativity by decorating baked goods and plating colourful foods
• Explore science and chemistry by experimenting, making predictions, and observing how food changes
• Sharpen your math skills through measuring, counting and fractions
• Develop literacy skills by reading recipes and nutritional facts
When we’re In the Kitchen, the possibilities are endless! Come dig-in to the exciting world of food and cook up something fun. Dietary restrictions are always respected and can be accommodated with advanced notice.
• Learn about geography by checking out international dishes and learning how and where food grows
• Enhance creativity by decorating baked goods and plating colourful foods
• Explore science and chemistry by experimenting, making predictions, and observing how food changes
• Sharpen your math skills through measuring, counting and fractions
• Develop literacy skills by reading recipes and nutritional facts
When we’re In the Kitchen, the possibilities are endless! Come dig-in to the exciting world of food and cook up something fun. Dietary restrictions are always respected and can be accommodated with advanced notice.