A Life Skills, Employment & Community Academy
The MindShift Academy is day program where young adults with disabilities build the confidence and skills to thrive in adulthood.
WHO WE ARE
The MindShift Academy is part of a growing global movement redefining what life after high school can look like for young adults with autism, developmental disabilities, and other support needs. We believe every young adult deserves the chance to keep learning, build real friendships, and become an active, valued part of their community.
More than a day program, we're an inclusive space where members build the confidence, independence, and real-world skills to shape a life that's truly their own; one they help build, step by step.
More than a program - a community.
Program & Services
Our Life Skills Program is at the heart of everything we do, and a few things we offer are open to the whole community too.
Life Skills for Independence
SCHEDULE
The MindShift Academy's flagship day program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Members build real-world independence across cooking, employment, creative arts, and community life; five days a week, year-round.
5 Days / Week
AGES
ENROLMENT
18+
Open
YEAR-ROUND
Culinary Program
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Interactive Kitchen & Event Space
Book The MindShift Academy kitchen for your private event. Birthdays, team events, celebrations. Your rental directly supports and employs our academy members!
Private bookings
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By appointment • 6 - 20 guests
Hands-on cooking classes open to everyone. Runs on weekends, with select evenings. Curriculum shifts with the seasons, from summer preserving to Christmas baking.
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Weekends & select evenings
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LSI members welcome (independent)
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ALSO OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
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TESTIMONIAL
"The Mindshift Academy has transformed my life, helping me gain confidence and independence. Their support for neurodiverse individuals is truly empowering and life-changing."
Vera B.
The MindShift Academy member
OUR TRUSTED PARTNERS & HEROES
Birgholme Interiors Group
Home Depot
The Mancini Team
Come and see us.
Inform visitors about your business location and working hours.
Address
3737 Lake Shore Blvd W,
Etobicoke M8W 1P9
Hours
Mon - Fri: 9am - 4pm
The MindShift Academy
A day program in South Etobicoke helping young adults with disabilities build confidence, independence, and real-world skills to thrive.
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PROGRAM
Life Skills Program (LSI)
OTHER SERVICES
Culinary Experience
Interactive Kitchen Space
COMPANY
About Us
Community
SUPPORT
Contact Us
Enrolment
FAQ
3737 Lake Shore Blvd W, Etobicoke, ON.
(416) 562 5442
info@themindshiftacademy.ca