Canoe Therapy

Canoe Therapy Multidisciplinary therapy clinic helping children and teens reach their full potential!

If you're like most parents, you've probably heard some version of:"Five more minutes!""I'm in the middle of something!"...
06/08/2026

If you're like most parents, you've probably heard some version of:
"Five more minutes!"
"I'm in the middle of something!"
"Everyone else gets more screen time than me!"

One of the biggest mistakes parents make isn't the amount of screen time—it's waiting until the end of screen time to introduce the limit. Children do best when expectations are clear from the start. Before the screen goes on, let your child know how long they'll have and what will happen when it's over. For example: "You can play for 30 minutes, then we'll have lunch." When children know what to expect, transitions tend to go more smoothly.

A few strategies that can help:

- Set the time limit before the screen goes on.
- Give reminders as the end approaches (10 minutes, 5 minutes, 1 minute).
- Be clear about what comes next.
- Keep routines predictable whenever possible.
- Stay calm and consistent, even if your child is disappointed.

Remember, frustration doesn't always mean the limit is wrong. Part of growing up is learning how to handle disappointment, wait, transition between activities, and cope when something enjoyable comes to an end. The goal isn't to avoid every battle. It's to help your child build the skills they'll need long after the screen is turned off. If screen time is becoming a significant source of stress at home, you're not alone. Many families struggle with this, and sometimes a little extra support can make a big difference.

Call us today:
Oakville: 905-257-5555
Burlington: 905-633-9222

OR

Fill out a form and tell us what you're looking for. A family coordinator will get back to you quickly:
https://canoetherapy.ca/get-in-touch/

06/06/2026

Fine motor skills don't have to be boring!This fun "Fine Motor Shark" activity helps children strengthen the small muscles in their hands while building coordination, precision, and hand strength. Using tools like tweezers, play dough, and small objects encourages skills that support everyday tasks such as handwriting, using scissors, buttoning clothing, and managing zippers.

When children are engaged in play, they're often practising important developmental skills without even realizing it.

At Canoe Therapy, our occupational therapists use creative, hands-on activities to help children build confidence and independence while having fun.

Call us today:
Oakville: 905-257-5555
Burlington: 905-633-9222

OR

Fill out a form and tell us what you're looking for. A family coordinator will get back to you quickly:
https://canoetherapy.ca/get-in-touch/

Some children are constantly told they are “too sensitive.”But sensitivity is not weakness.Sensitive children often feel...
06/03/2026

Some children are constantly told they are “too sensitive.”

But sensitivity is not weakness.

Sensitive children often feel things deeply, notice more around them, care intensely about others, and experience the world in a bigger way. They may also become overwhelmed more easily by noise, transitions, criticism, or change.

What they need most is support understanding their emotions, not shame for having them.

At Canoe Therapy, we help children build confidence, emotional regulation skills, and self understanding in ways that honour who they are.

Call us today:
Oakville: 905-257-5555
Burlington: 905-633-9222

OR

Fill out a form and tell us what you’re looking for. A family coordinator will get back to you quickly:
https://canoetherapy.ca/get-in-touch/

Parenting a child with big emotions can feel isolating, especially when every outing, transition, or bedtime feels unpre...
06/01/2026

Parenting a child with big emotions can feel isolating, especially when every outing, transition, or bedtime feels unpredictable. What many parents don’t realize is that emotional regulation is a skill, not something children simply “grow out of.” Some kids need extra support learning how to identify feelings, manage frustration, and recover after becoming overwhelmed.

At Canoe Therapy, we help children and families build those skills in a supportive, compassionate, and practical way through counselling, occupational therapy, ABA therapy, parent coaching, and more.

Small changes at home can make a big difference:

• Create predictable routines
• Validate feelings before problem solving
• Keep instructions short during moments of stress
• Focus on connection before correction

You do not have to navigate it alone.

Call us today:
Oakville: 905-257-5555
Burlington: 905-633-9222

OR

Fill out a form and tell us what you're looking for. A family coordinator will get back to you quickly:
https://canoetherapy.ca/get-in-touch/

Screens aren’t “bad,” but too much fast paced stimulation can impact a child’s brain in ways many families don’t realize...
05/30/2026

Screens aren’t “bad,” but too much fast paced stimulation can impact a child’s brain in ways many families don’t realize. Constant dopamine hits from scrolling, gaming, short videos, and instant rewards can make everyday life feel “boring” by comparison — including school, reading, conversations, and even play.

Kids and teens benefit from understanding this concept too. When they learn how screens affect motivation, focus, mood, sleep, and emotional regulation, they can begin building healthier habits and more awareness around their own brains.

The goal is not shame. It’s balance, awareness, and helping children reconnect with creativity, movement, boredom, connection, and real life experiences.

Call us today:
Oakville: 905-257-5555
Burlington: 905-633-9222

OR

Fill out a form and tell us what you're looking for. A family coordinator will get back to you quickly:
https://canoetherapy.ca/get-in-touch/

“I can’t do this.” vs. “I can’t do this yet.” The words children use about themselves matter.A growth mindset helps kids...
05/28/2026

“I can’t do this.” vs. “I can’t do this yet.” The words children use about themselves matter.

A growth mindset helps kids learn that mistakes are part of learning, challenges build confidence, and skills develop over time with support and practice. Sometimes one small shift in thinking can change everything.

Call us today:

Oakville: 905-257-5555
Burlington: 905-633-9222

OR

Fill out a form and tell us what you're looking for. A family coordinator will get back to you quickly:
https://canoetherapy.ca/get-in-touch/

05/25/2026

Activities like this can help calm the nervous system while also supporting fine motor development, coordination, focus, and body awareness through play and movement.

When children are engaged, connected, and having fun, their brains and bodies are often more open to learning, regulating, and building new skills.

Simple, interactive moments can go a long way.

Call us today:
Oakville: 905-257-5555
Burlington: 905-633-9222

OR

Fill out a form and tell us what you're looking for. A family coordinator will get back to you quickly:
https://canoetherapy.ca/get-in-touch/

You noticed something was off with your kid. You asked questions. You looked for help. That's not overreacting. That's p...
05/25/2026

You noticed something was off with your kid. You asked questions. You looked for help. That's not overreacting. That's parenting.

At Canoe Therapy, we work with families who are figuring it out — children and teens navigating anxiety, learning challenges, emotional regulation, ADHD, and more. You don't have to have all the answers. That's what we're here for.

Call us today!
Oakville: 905-257-5555�
Burlington: 905-633-9222

05/21/2026

Fine motor activities do not have to be complicated to be incredibly beneficial.
These colourful beaded bands help children strengthen hand muscles, improve coordination, build focus, and practise important skills needed for writing, dressing, cutting, and everyday independence — all while having fun.
Simple activities like this can also support patience, problem solving, and confidence as children learn through play.

At Canoe Therapy, we love finding creative ways to help kids build skills in engaging, meaningful ways.

Call us today:
Oakville: 905-257-5555
Burlington: 905-633-9222
OR
Fill out a form and tell us what you're looking for. A family coordinator will get back to you quickly:
https://canoetherapy.ca/get-in-touch/

There is a quieter side of parenting a neurodivergent child that many families do not talk about enough. Sometimes it me...
05/21/2026

There is a quieter side of parenting a neurodivergent child that many families do not talk about enough. Sometimes it means grieving the expectations you once had while learning to fully see, understand, and embrace the child in front of you. Not grieving your child. Grieving the picture you had in your mind of how life would look.

The milestones.
The ease.
The imagined path.

And alongside that grief can come guilt, confusion, fear, exhaustion, and deep love all at once.

But over time, many parents discover something important: when they let go of comparison and expectation, they begin to see their child more clearly. Their strengths. Their individuality. Their way of experiencing the world. Support can help families move through that process with more compassion for both their child and themselves.

Call us today:

Oakville: 905-257-5555
Burlington: 905-633-9222

OR

Fill out a form and tell us what you're looking for. A family coordinator will get back to you quickly:
https://canoetherapy.ca/get-in-touch/

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3455 Fairview Street Unit 8
Burlington, ON
L7N2R4

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Tuesday 8am - 7pm
Wednesday 8am - 8pm
Thursday 8am - 8pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
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