> May 25 to 31, 2025
The Town of Aurora is proud to recognize National AccessAbility Week (N.A.A.W.).
A time to celebrate the contributions of Canadians with disabilities and promote efforts to make our communities more inclusive and accessible for everyone. At the heart of this week is a shared commitment: to remove barriers, amplify voices with lived experience, and build a town where everyone can participate fully and equitably.
Our Commitment
Aurora continues to take active steps toward becoming a more accessible and inclusive town. We are proud of the partnerships, programs, and initiatives that promote meaningful participation and representation for all residents — including those with visible and invisible disabilities. As part of this commitment, the Town has officially proclaimed May 25 to 31 as National AccessAbility Week (N.A.A.W.) in Aurora. We invite community members, organizations, and businesses to join us in this important recognition and to explore how we can continue to make Aurora a place where everyone belongs.
N.A.A.W. – 2025 Calendar of Activities & Events
Note – All N.A.A.W. activities/events throughout the week are FREE. Regular capacity has been limited for sensory drop-ins (gym, ice and pool) to better support individuals with sensory sensitivities.
| Date | Time/Location | Activity/Event |
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Sunday |
1 p.m. to 3 p.m. S.A.R.C. – New Roads Toyota Arena |
Sensory Skate with Aurora JR A Tigers Drop-In |
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Sunday |
1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. A.F.L.C. – Leisure Pool |
Sensory Swim Drop-In |
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Monday |
5 p.m. to 7 p.m. S.A.R.C. – Desjardins Gymnasium |
All Abilities/Sensory Open Gym Drop-In, including Seated Volleyball from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. with the Aurora Sports Hall of Fame |
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Tuesday |
7:45 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. Zoom (Virtual) |
Education Session with Jess Silver – Session 1 See below for full details. Register online. |
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Thursday |
4 p.m. to 7 p.m. S.A.R.C. – Desjardins Gymnasium |
Summer Camp Inclusion Open House For anyone who has already pre-registered for a 2025 Town Summer Camp and 1:1 Inclusion Support. |
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Friday |
9:30 am to 11 a.m. S.A.R.C. – Desjardins Gymnasium |
All Abilities/Sensory Open Gym Drop-In |
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Friday |
12 p.m. to 1 p.m. Zoom (Virtual) |
Education Session with Jess Silver – Session 2 See below for full details. Register online. |
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Friday |
6 p.m. to 8 p.m. S.A.R.C. – Desjardins Gymnasium |
Adapted Sport Try-Its – Seated Volleyball & Wheelchair Basketball |
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Saturday |
12 p.m. to 4 p.m. S.A.R.C. |
National AccessAbility Week – Celebration & Community Zone Enjoy sensory skate and gym drop-ins, wheelchair basketball, swimming, crafts and more! Full schedule of activities will be posted closer to event date. |
Note – We reserve the right to cancel, amend or change activities.
N.A.A.W. – Virtual Education Session with Jess Silver
Join us for a 60-minute virtual session from a leading expert with lived experience during N.A.A.W.
As a sport professional and coach, it is crucial to understand the needs of the demographic that you're working with in order to lead them to achieve their optimal wellness, fitness and performance goals. In order to do so effectively, you have to recognize the role that you play in creating and fostering an inclusive environment for individuals with varying needs and to develop movement based, sport specific programming for them.
Jess Silver, Adaptive Fitness Personal Trainer and Consultant, will be leading a 60-minute virtual session on creating inclusive environments and the importance of adaptive fitness. This session is FREE and open to anyone involved in sport.
Key Takeaways
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (D.E.I.) and the importance of inclusion in Sport Policy.
- Movement fundamentals and sport specific drills for wellness, recovery and optimal performance.
- The role of fitness and sport in transforming other aspects of an individual's life.
Session Information
Two dates to choose from – select the date you wish to attend when registering online.
Session 1
- Tuesday, May 27 – 7:45 p.m. to 8:45 p.m.
Session 2
- Friday, May 30 – 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.
Note – A.S.L. interpretation will be available for both sessions.
Register Online – Education Session with Jess Silver
Why N.A.A.W. Matters to Aurora
Accessibility is more than infrastructure — it’s about creating environments, services, and opportunities that work for people of all abilities. The Town of Aurora is dedicated to advancing accessibility through thoughtful policy, inclusive programming, and strong partnerships with local organizations and community leaders.
