With over 30 years of advanced level ASD Occupational Therapy. Nicole MacLean provides truly unique facilitation.

Nicole’s approach is simple: She begins at the beginning and works slowly and concentrically out to find solutions to often difficult challenges.

Coaching and Mentoring 1 on 1 with other therapists has proved to be a huge asset for new graduates or seasoned professionals who are ‘stuck.

With over 30 years of advanced ASD-focused occupational therapy experience, Nicole MacLean offers a truly unique and grounded approach to facilitation.

Nicole begins at the beginning—working slowly, intentionally, and collaboratively to uncover the root of challenges and build solutions from the inside out.

Her 1:1 coaching and mentoring with therapists has become an invaluable resource for both new graduates and seasoned professionals who feel “stuck” or are seeking fresh perspective.

Nicole also facilitates workshops for teachers, administrators, educational assistants, and parents. These sessions provide practical tools and evidence-informed strategies that truly work. Whether you need a half-day workshop or multi-day training, Nicole will work with you to understand your goals and help you get there.

With over 35 years of camp director experience, Brandon MacLean brings a deep and practical understanding of what makes truly exceptional camp programs. Having directed camps across Canada and New Zealand, he has trained hundreds of staff and mentored emerging camp directors with a focus on confidence, clarity, and leadership.

Brandon specializes in accessible and inclusive program design, and has played a significant role in shaping camp experiences that welcome and support all campers. His leadership approach is grounded in real-world practice and a belief that every camp can become meaningfully inclusive.

A seasoned presenter and facilitator, Brandon offers step-by-step leadership principles for new camp professionals and experienced staff alike. His workshops and training sessions are fully customizable to meet the needs of your camp community.

Brandon is available for mentoring, workshops, and guest speaking engagements. Contact him for a full list of topics and training sessions.

Inclusion & Accessibility Consulting for Camps

Create a camp where every camper can thrive.

With over 35 years of experience in accessibility, inclusion, and camp leadership, ExploreAbility helps camps welcome neurodivergent campers and campers with disabilities with confidence. We partner with camps to strengthen staff skills, support individual campers, and design programs and environments that are safe, accessible, and truly inclusive.

Our support includes:
• Staff training on neurodiversity, behaviour supports, and inclusive programming
• On-site guidance and real-time support during camp sessions
• 1:1 support staff for campers who need focused assistance
• Collaboration with caregivers to plan for camper success
• Accessibility assessments of cabins, program areas, and outdoor spaces
• Adaptive tools, sensory supports, and program modifications

Whether your camp is just beginning its inclusion journey or looking to enhance existing practices, ExploreAbility brings the expertise and hands-on support to make it happen.

Sensory Pods
Sensory pods are thoughtfully designed environments that offer a calming, controlled space to support regulation, focus, and emotional well-being. Each pod uses a combination of light, sound, texture, and movement to gently engage the senses and create a safe, soothing atmosphere.

These spaces help individuals manage stress, build coping and self-regulation skills, and stay connected to their environment. Sensory pods are especially supportive for neurodivergent children, youth, and adults—providing a comfortable space to process sensory input, reset, and participate more fully in daily activities.

Whether used in schools, community settings, faith spaces, or homes, sensory pods promote inclusion, accessibility, and meaningful engagement for everyone who steps inside.

Team Training & Workshops
ExploreAbility offers individualized and group training designed to strengthen teams, deepen understanding, and build inclusive workplaces. We bring people together around a shared vision—one that values empathy, accessibility, and the strengths each team member contributes.

Our training has a unique focus on inclusion. We recognize that team members who are neurodivergent or who have disabilities may require additional support to fully participate and thrive. ExploreAbility provides the tools, language, and practical strategies that help teams understand one another and work cohesively.

We offer workshops on:
• Neurodivergent awareness and accommodation — Many workplaces want to support neurodivergent employees but lack clear tools. Our sessions provide practical, evidence-informed strategies to build understanding, reduce barriers, and enhance employee success.
• AODA (Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act) training — Ontario requires organizations with 10 or more employees to ensure staff are trained in AODA standards. We go beyond compliance, helping teams move from legislation to meaningful, everyday application that enhances accessibility for everyone.

Whether you need a single workshop or a full training series, ExploreAbility will collaborate with you to design sessions that meet your goals and support your team.

Retreat & Camp Event Planning
ExploreAbility has planned and delivered countless retreats, weekend camps, and group experiences for service agencies, faith organizations, specialized camps, women’s and men’s groups, addiction support programs, and more. If there’s a type of retreat, chances are—we’ve run it.

Planning a retreat can be overwhelming. Finding the right facility, booking dates, coordinating meals and special diets, managing guest speakers, organizing registration, and building a meaningful program all take significant time and expertise. That’s where we come in.

Think of us as your retreat planner—the camp and program equivalent of a professional event coordinator. We handle the details, logistics, and behind-the-scenes moving parts so your group can simply show up and enjoy the experience.

With decades of leadership in accessible, inclusive, and smooth-running camp programs, our team removes the stress from event planning. We can:
• Source and book the perfect venue
• Manage registration and collect fees
• Coordinate speakers, facilitators, and special guests
• Support dietary and accessibility needs
• Design and run program schedules, activities, and workshops
• Provide on-site leadership and support throughout the retreat

Whether you’re hosting a small group gathering or a multi-day retreat, ExploreAbility ensures the experience is seamless, meaningful, and fully aligned with your goals.

Description gExploreAbility partners with churches and faith communities to help create worship and program environments where neurodivergent individuals and people with disabilities feel welcomed, supported, and fully included.

We provide practical, ministry-aligned support through staff and volunteer training, inclusive messaging, accessibility assessments, and environmental modifications designed specifically for faith settings. Our team helps churches understand diverse sensory, communication, and mobility needs while implementing solutions that reflect your mission of hospitality and care.

To enhance regulation and participation, we offer ExplorePods—mobile, OT-designed sensory and calming spaces ideal for children’s ministry, youth programs, retreats, and Sunday services. We also design and build permanent sensory rooms or quiet spaces within your church to support individuals who may benefit from a calming, structured environment.

Whether you’re beginning your inclusion journey or expanding existing supports, ExploreAbility can help your faith community become a place where every person is seen, valued, and able to participate meaningfully in the life of the church.oes here