Is participation required? Attendance is required for our small and intimate groups, but how you participate is up to you. You’re encouraged to take part in a way that feels comfortable for you. ⸻ What do I need in order to participate? You must be an Ontario resident who is 18 or older. You’ll need access to a device with a camera and microphone, such as a laptop, tablet, or smartphone. You must also complete the registration process, which includes consent and intake forms, prescreen materials, and payment submission. ⸻ Will recordings of the meetings be provided? No. To protect the privacy of all group members, recordings of any kind are not permitted. ⸻ Can I use an alias during group meetings? Yes. Participants are welcome to use an alias during meetings as long as their full legal and preferred names are provided privately on the registration and consent forms. ⸻ What type of materials will be provided? Each group focuses on a specific topic area. Because our groups emphasize hands-on learning and participation, you may not receive formal slides or lecture-style presentations, but you will receive reference materials for activities and home practice exercises to help you apply what you learn between meetings. ⸻ What if I can’t attend a meeting? Live attendance is required for all meetings. We’re unable to provide refunds or reimbursements for missed sessions. We don't provide recordings. ⸻ Will insurance cover this? Since our groups are facilitated by Registered Speech-Language Pathologists, Ontario residents can submit their invoices to their insurance provider under speech therapy or paramedical services. We recommend confirming details directly with your provider, as coverage varies. We do not offer direct billing, and OHIP does not cover Speech-Language Pathology services. ⸻ Can you tell me more about payment, cancellations, and refunds? Refunds are not available for missed sessions or cancellations. Live online participation is required for each session. The full registration fee is due upon registration and can be paid by credit card or Interac e-Transfer. You’ll receive a payment receipt once processed and an invoice after each meeting for insurance purposes. If facilitation of the group becomes unfeasible, any processed registration fees will be refunded in full.