BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Family Support Institute - ECPv6.16.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Family Support Institute X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://familysupportbc.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Family Support Institute REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Vancouver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20200308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20201101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20210314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20211107T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20220313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20221106T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210705T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210705T190000 DTSTAMP:20260530T150653 CREATED:20210615T201900Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210615T201900Z UID:20766-1625506200-1625511600@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:About FSI - Columbia Valley DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nWant to connect with other parents and caregivers like you? They’re out there! Through the BC Family Support Institute\, you can connect to a peer-support program that connects you to parents living a similar narrative as yours. Join us to learn about the Family Support Institute of BC\, our model of support and all the wonderful tools and resources we have put together for families over the years. This is also an opportunity to meet your local volunteer Resource Parents. \nTo REGISTER for this session click here:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUofumhrz8vGtQdx8nOR-MtPztWrbC8eZYS \nFamily Support Institute of BC (FSI) is a provincial not-for-profit society committed to supporting families who have a family member with a disability.\nFSI is unique in Canada and the only grass roots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base.\nFSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY \nYou are invited to join FSI CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS\, a private Facebook Group intended to continue conversations of support or provide an alternative platform for support. www.facebook.com/groups/fsicontinuingconversations/ \nAll FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone only if access to computers and/or internet is a barrier. If you need assistance registering for any session\, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403. \n*FSI URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/about-fsi-columbia-valley/ LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/about-fsi-columbia-valley/ CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Family-Hangout-ABOUT-FSI.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210705T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210705T193000 DTSTAMP:20260530T150653 CREATED:20210623T214617Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210623T215012Z UID:21076-1625509800-1625513400@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:Recipes for Respite DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO:   « Back to all events\nWhat’s your Recipe for Respite? COVID is still here. And families need a break to stay safe and strong.We’re interested in learning about and sharing what families are already doing to get a break\, as well as understanding the unique ingredients still needed to make respite a reality. Please join our discussion circle about how we can work together for families and their loved ones to have a safe and helpful break from the significant and daily stresses going on right now. \n  \nClick Here to Register!  \n  \nFamily Support Institute of BC (FSI) is a provincial not-for-profit society committed to supporting families who have a family member with a disability. FSI is unique in Canada and the only grass roots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base. \nFSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY \nYou are invited to join FSI CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS\, a private Facebook Group intended to continue conversations of support or provide an alternative platform for support. www.facebook.com/groups/fsicontinuingconversations/ \nAll FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone only if access to computers and/or internet is a barrier. If you need assistance registering for any session\, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403. \n*FG URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/recipes-for-respite-25/2021-07-05/ LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/recipes-for-respite-25/2021-07-05/ CATEGORIES:Family Hangouts,FSI Event Calendar,Recipes for Respite ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Family-Hangout-RESPITE.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210707T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210707T190000 DTSTAMP:20260530T150653 CREATED:20210615T202605Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210615T202605Z UID:20788-1625679000-1625684400@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:About FSI - Elk Valley DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nWant to connect with other parents and caregivers like you? They’re out there! Through the BC Family Support Institute\, you can connect to a peer-support program that connects you to parents living a similar narrative as yours. Join us to learn about the Family Support Institute of BC\, our model of support and all the wonderful tools and resources we have put together for families over the years. This is also an opportunity to meet your local volunteer Resource Parents. \nTo REGISTER for this session click here:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcpdOihrDkvEtY3oA8Pmz2_XSkAgiezZfSc \nFamily Support Institute of BC (FSI) is a provincial not-for-profit society committed to supporting families who have a family member with a disability.\nFSI is unique in Canada and the only grass roots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base.\nFSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY \nYou are invited to join FSI CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS\, a private Facebook Group intended to continue conversations of support or provide an alternative platform for support. www.facebook.com/groups/fsicontinuingconversations/ \nAll FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone only if access to computers and/or internet is a barrier. If you need assistance registering for any session\, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403. \n*FSI URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/about-fsi-elk-valley/ LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/about-fsi-elk-valley/ CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Family-Hangout-ABOUT-FSI.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210709T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210709T210000 DTSTAMP:20260530T150653 CREATED:20210708T182454Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210708T182454Z UID:21332-1625857200-1625864400@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:Music on Friday Night DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nCome join SALN for a evening of Music with Paul \nClick here to register URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/music-on-friday-night/ LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/music-on-friday-night/ CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Friday-music.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210712T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210712T140000 DTSTAMP:20260530T150653 CREATED:20210708T191740Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210708T191740Z UID:21335-1626094800-1626098400@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:Regular BINGO DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nHosted by Kamloops Speaking Up Self-Advocacy Awareness Society (SUSA) \nJoin through Zoom Meeting by clicking here URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/regular-bingo/ LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/regular-bingo/ CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/BINGO.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210712T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210712T160000 DTSTAMP:20260530T150653 CREATED:20210703T044442Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210703T044442Z UID:21314-1626102000-1626105600@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:Learn about Sheltered Workshops DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nThis presentation is for anyone who wants to learn more about human rights from People First members in BC. It is about one of the societal barriers to inclusion and equality for many people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Canada – Sheltered Workshops. \nEmployment is one of our priorities for People First members. People First has been talking about Sheltered Workshops for a long time. Members have done surveys and focus groups to help understand this issue. People First of Canada (PFC) also hired a research company to help find out more about this issue. They surveyed agencies in different provinces and territories to get more information. All of this work helped us put together this presentation that is being given by members of our BC People First Presentation Team: Lorie Sherritt\, Manjeet Ghangass\, and David Johnston. Thank you for joining us! \nThe goal of this presentation is to bring attention to the problem of Sheltered Work and Workshops in Canada. Not enough people know about this issue. It’s happening across our country and it’s been going on for a long time – too long. Another goal is to give people in the community a way to help People First by taking action. We are sharing different things that can be done to help change the situation for people who are hurt by Sheltered Workshops. \nLearning Outcomes:\nLearn about Sheltered Workshops in Canada and how they affect people with intellectual or developmental disabilities.\nLearn how to support real work for real pay.\nLearn different things to do that can help change the situation and ways to take action. \nRegister to attend the event HERE\, click link.\n  \nPlease register by Friday\, July 9th. We will send an email reminder through your Eventbrite registration with the Zoom login information to all registered attendees on July 10th\, 2 days before the event. (Check your promotions folder if you don’t find it in your inbox this day – You can also check the Eventbrite online event page to get the login link). We hope you can make it! URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/learn-about-sheltered-workshops/ LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/learn-about-sheltered-workshops/ CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Screen-Shot-2021-07-02-at-9.43.26-PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210712T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210712T190000 DTSTAMP:20260530T150653 CREATED:20210615T203046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210615T203046Z UID:20790-1626111000-1626116400@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:About FSI - Cranbrook/Kimberley/Creston DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nWant to connect with other parents and caregivers like you? They’re out there! Through the BC Family Support Institute\, you can connect to a peer-support program that connects you to parents living a similar narrative as yours. Join us to learn about the Family Support Institute of BC\, our model of support and all the wonderful tools and resources we have put together for families over the years. This is also an opportunity to meet your local volunteer Resource Parents. \nTo REGISTER for this session click here:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUtdO6srjIpGdKXlUQgCwxHwifzLH2oUuc6 \nFamily Support Institute of BC (FSI) is a provincial not-for-profit society committed to supporting families who have a family member with a disability.\nFSI is unique in Canada and the only grass roots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base.\nFSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY \nYou are invited to join FSI CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS\, a private Facebook Group intended to continue conversations of support or provide an alternative platform for support. www.facebook.com/groups/fsicontinuingconversations/ \nAll FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone only if access to computers and/or internet is a barrier. If you need assistance registering for any session\, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403. \n*FSI URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/about-fsi-cranbrook-kimberley-creston/ LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/about-fsi-cranbrook-kimberley-creston/ CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Family-Hangout-ABOUT-FSI.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210713T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210713T130000 DTSTAMP:20260530T150653 CREATED:20210629T212009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210629T212009Z UID:21140-1626177600-1626181200@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:Virtual Art Gallery: Art Share & Tell DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nWhether you’ve been using BACI Caravan kits\, joining Heather’s Expressive Arts calls\, or writing\, drawing\, and creating in your spare time\, we would love to see what you’ve been making! \nBring the art you’ve been making– crafts\, drawing\, poems– to share and tell about. \nFor this event\, you’ll need a phone\, tablet or laptop and the zoom app. \nTo join the event click this link:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/89698189333?pwd=SGtEaWZjU3Y2RnFzWkpRR3d0NVViUT09\nor enter the meeting ID 896 9818 9333.\nThe password to join the call is “zoom”. URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/virtual-art-gallery-art-share-tell-2/2021-07-13/ LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/virtual-art-gallery-art-share-tell-2/2021-07-13/ CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/art-DTmmDJ.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210715T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210715T170000 DTSTAMP:20260530T150653 CREATED:20210712T190204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210712T190204Z UID:21574-1626361200-1626368400@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:Real Talk Women’s Zoom Hangout DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nHey folks! This is a women’s-only event. It’s open to all women.\nReal Talk events have moved onto Zoom! You’ll need a computer / smartphone / tablet\, headphones\, and (ideally) a private place to watch. \nEverybody has questions about dating\, love\, relationships\, and sex. Things like: \nHow do I meet a boyfriend / girlfriend / partner? \nHow do I let my family know that I want to date? \nHow can I make sex safer? \nWhat is consent? \nRegister for the event here:\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/real-talk-womens-zoom-hangout-thursday-july-15th-tickets-161145435335\nIt’s totally normal. But sometimes it can be hard to know where to get good information. At this event\, we’ll watch some Real Talk videos\, and have a conversation hosted by a Certified Sexual Health Educator. We’ll talk about where to get good information\, who can support us with this stuff\, and how to figure out confusing situations. People are welcome to talk about things\, or to just listen if they don’t want to talk. \nIf you want a family member\, friend\, or staff member to support you to tune in to the Zoom Hangout\, that’s great. They don’t need to register\, they can just show up with you. \nPlease note: The maximum number of attendees at a Real Talk Zoom Hangout is 12. We do this so that everyone has a chance to participate and share ideas if they want to. If you try to register someone and the event is full – don’t worry\, we’ll be running these frequently while Social Distancing is in effect. If you have an event link from signing up one person please DON’T pass it on to others who have not registered. This will keep the event more confidential and more useful for everyone. URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/real-talk-womens-zoom-hangout/ LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/real-talk-womens-zoom-hangout/ CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/women-only.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210715T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210715T180000 DTSTAMP:20260530T150653 CREATED:20210712T171611Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210712T171611Z UID:21567-1626364800-1626372000@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:Disability Identity - Self Promotion and Social Media Presence DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nDisabled Community Connection Network (DCCN) is a monthly communication and information group for people of all ages (16+) with any disability. This group is hosted by the North Shore Disability Resource Centre. This group is facilitated by and for people with disabilities. \nThe next group is Thursday\, July 15th “Disability Identity – Self Promotion and Social Media Presence” with Marco Pasqua. \nASL Interpretation is provided!  \nPlease Email L.Stinson@nsdrc.org or call 604-985-5371 to register and for the Zoom login information \n  \nMarco’s Bio:\nMarco Pasqua is an award-winning Entrepreneur\, Accessibility Consultant and Inspirational Speaker with Cerebral Palsy. Throughout his life\, Marco has been involved with a number of organizations as a spokesperson\, including the Cerebral Palsy Association of BC\, helping to spread advocacy for persons with disabilities across Canada. As an Accessibility and Inclusion Consultant\, he has worked with some of BC’s biggest change-driven business leaders who are champions for more accessible\, inclusive workplaces. It’s through these experiences that he is helping to pave the way for all Canadians to have universal access to the programs\, services and places that they live\, work and play.    URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/disability-identity-self-promotion-and-social-media-presence/ LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/disability-identity-self-promotion-and-social-media-presence/ CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/DCCN-Banner_-Media-Promotion.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210715T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210715T203000 DTSTAMP:20260530T150653 CREATED:20210525T090554Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210615T204011Z UID:19458-1626375600-1626381000@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:FASD - Thinking Outside of the Box DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO:   « Back to all events \nEmpowering conversations for individuals affected by FASD and those that support them. A family hangout that provides a safe place to share and connect. \n  \nClick Here to Register!  \n  \nFamily Support Institute of BC (FSI) is a provincial not-for-profit society committed to supporting families who have a family member with a disability. FSI is unique in Canada and the only grass roots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base. \nFSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY \nYou are invited to join FSI CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS\, a private Facebook Group intended to continue conversations of support or provide an alternative platform for support. www.facebook.com/groups/fsicontinuingconversations/ \nAll FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone only if access to computers and/or internet is a barrier. If you need assistance registering for any session\, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403. \n*FSI URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/fasd-thinking-outside-of-the-box-2/2021-07-15/ LOCATION:BC CATEGORIES:Family Hangouts,FSI Event Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Family-Hangout-FASD-HO.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210719T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210719T160000 DTSTAMP:20260530T150653 CREATED:20210703T043800Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210703T043800Z UID:21309-1626706800-1626710400@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:Housing & Self-Advocacy Panel DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nDo you want to learn from people with experience fighting for their rights in an ableist society? Do you want to find out more about self-advocacy skills and overcoming obstacles when it comes to housing rights for people with disabilities in British Columbia? Join our panel of experienced self-advocates for stories\, advice\, and a live Q&A about the challenges and solutions people have found! \nRegister to attend the event HERE\, click link.\nPlease register by Friday\, July 16th. We will send an email reminder through your Eventbrite registration with the Zoom login information to all registered attendees on July 17th\, 2 days before the event. (Check your promotions/junk folder if you don’t find it in your inbox this day – You can also check the Eventbrite online event page to get the Zoom login link). We hope you can make it! \nPanel members will share stories from their lives about housing experiences to highlight why self-advocacy and community living are essential. There will be time for questions from the audience at the end – panel members will answer questions about their presentations and share advice with people who want to learn more about standing up for their housing rights. \nMeet the Panel:\nJo-Anne Gauthier\, BCPF President & Self-Advocate Mentor\nLorie Sherritt\, Self-Advocate & Self-Advocate Consultant\nMargaux Wosk\, Self-Advocate & Artist\nGerry Juzenas\, Self-Advocate & Public Speaker URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/housing-self-advocacy-panel/ LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/housing-self-advocacy-panel/ CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Screen-Shot-2021-07-02-at-9.36.59-PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210719T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210719T200000 DTSTAMP:20260530T150653 CREATED:20210615T205100Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210615T205100Z UID:20806-1626719400-1626724800@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:About FSI - Nelson/Kaslo/Nakusp DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nWant to connect with other parents and caregivers like you? They’re out there! Through the BC Family Support Institute\, you can connect to a peer-support program that connects you to parents living a similar narrative as yours. Join us to learn about the Family Support Institute of BC\, our model of support and all the wonderful tools and resources we have put together for families over the years. This is also an opportunity to meet your local volunteer Resource Parents. \nTo REGISTER for this session click here:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUqc-isqjstH9fBO6RP7T4keUU5D0DZGxQZ \nFamily Support Institute of BC (FSI) is a provincial not-for-profit society committed to supporting families who have a family member with a disability.\nFSI is unique in Canada and the only grass roots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base.\nFSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY \nYou are invited to join FSI CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS\, a private Facebook Group intended to continue conversations of support or provide an alternative platform for support. www.facebook.com/groups/fsicontinuingconversations/ \nAll FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone only if access to computers and/or internet is a barrier. If you need assistance registering for any session\, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403. \n*FSI URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/about-fsi-nelson-kaslo-nakusp/ LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/about-fsi-nelson-kaslo-nakusp/ CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Family-Hangout-ABOUT-FSI.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210721T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210721T200000 DTSTAMP:20260530T150653 CREATED:20210615T205312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210615T205312Z UID:20808-1626892200-1626897600@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:About FSI - Trail/Castlegar/Boundary DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nWant to connect with other parents and caregivers like you? They’re out there! Through the BC Family Support Institute\, you can connect to a peer-support program that connects you to parents living a similar narrative as yours. Join us to learn about the Family Support Institute of BC\, our model of support and all the wonderful tools and resources we have put together for families over the years. This is also an opportunity to meet your local volunteer Resource Parents. \nTo REGISTER for this session click here:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYsf-mhpzoiGtw_2vAcB59LG81XIiZy6YCH \nFamily Support Institute of BC (FSI) is a provincial not-for-profit society committed to supporting families who have a family member with a disability.\nFSI is unique in Canada and the only grass roots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base.\nFSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY \nYou are invited to join FSI CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS\, a private Facebook Group intended to continue conversations of support or provide an alternative platform for support. www.facebook.com/groups/fsicontinuingconversations/ \nAll FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone only if access to computers and/or internet is a barrier. If you need assistance registering for any session\, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403. \n*FSI URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/about-fsi-trail-castlegar-boundary/ LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/about-fsi-trail-castlegar-boundary/ CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Family-Hangout-ABOUT-FSI.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210722T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210722T150000 DTSTAMP:20260530T150653 CREATED:20210708T194245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210708T194926Z UID:21341-1626962400-1626966000@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:Game Chat/Hangman DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nhosted by Kamloops Speaking Up Self-Advocacy Awareness Society (SUSA) \nJoin through Zoom Meeting by clicking here URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/game-chat-hangman/ LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/game-chat-hangman/ CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/hangman.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210727T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210727T120000 DTSTAMP:20260530T150653 CREATED:20210721T202153Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210721T202153Z UID:21692-1627383600-1627387200@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:Art & Chat with Joni DESCRIPTION:Join awesome Art Therapist Joni for a fun morning of making art and chatting.  Each week Joni has a cool new project that she’ll be showing us how to make\, and as we work on our art we’ll check in with each other and share some laughs.  It’s a fun\, low-key way to get artsy and see friends! Everyone is welcome. \nJuly 27 – Camping \n \nFor this project you will need: \nCamping template: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dtDTuS5zoKkprBbpEmVqZDLmZOptN3ql/view?usp=drivesdk \nSomething to colour with (markers\, pencil crayons\, etc.)\nSome twigs\nWhite glue \nJoni is the creator of Art for Alzheimer’s Care – Check out her fabulous YouTube channel for more of her crafts! \n click here to join the meeting. \nThe password to all events is “LSonline” URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/art-chat-with-joni-4/ LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/art-chat-with-joni-4/ CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Joni-Art.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210728T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210728T140000 DTSTAMP:20260530T150653 CREATED:20210708T194740Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210708T194740Z UID:21344-1627477200-1627480800@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:Music Trivia DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nhosted by Kamloops Speaking Up Self-Advocacy Awareness Society (SUSA) \nJoin though Zoom Meeting by clicking here URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/music-trivia/ LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/music-trivia/ CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/music-trivia2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210803T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210803T120000 DTSTAMP:20260530T150653 CREATED:20210721T202612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220322T194913Z UID:21695-1627988400-1627992000@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:Art & Chat with Joni DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nJoin awesome Art Therapist Joni for a fun morning of making art and chatting.  Each week Joni has a cool new project that she’ll be showing us how to make\, and as we work on our art we’ll check in with each other and share some laughs.  It’s a fun\, low-key way to get artsy and see friends! Everyone is welcome. \nJoni is the creator of Art for Alzheimer’s Care – Check out her fabulous YouTube channel for more of her crafts! \n click here to join the meeting\nThe password to all events is “LSonline” URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/art-chat-with-joni-5/2021-08-03/ LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/art-chat-with-joni-5/2021-08-03/ CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Joni-Art.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210805T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210805T203000 DTSTAMP:20260530T150653 CREATED:20210615T204122Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210615T204122Z UID:20802-1628190000-1628195400@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:FASD - Thinking Outside of the Box DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO:   « Back to all events \nEmpowering conversations for individuals affected by FASD and those that support them. A family hangout that provides a safe place to share and connect. \n  \nClick Here to Register!  \n  \nFamily Support Institute of BC (FSI) is a provincial not-for-profit society committed to supporting families who have a family member with a disability. FSI is unique in Canada and the only grass roots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base. \nFSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY \nYou are invited to join FSI CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS\, a private Facebook Group intended to continue conversations of support or provide an alternative platform for support. www.facebook.com/groups/fsicontinuingconversations/ \nAll FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone only if access to computers and/or internet is a barrier. If you need assistance registering for any session\, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403. \n*FSI URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/fasd-thinking-outside-of-the-box-3/2021-08-05/ LOCATION:BC CATEGORIES:Family Hangouts,FSI Event Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Family-Hangout-FASD-HO.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210809T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210809T133000 DTSTAMP:20260530T150654 CREATED:20210730T174546Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210730T175109Z UID:21827-1628510400-1628515800@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:Recipes for Respite DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nWhat’s your Recipe for Respite?\nCOVID is still here. And families need a break to stay safe and strong. We’re interested in learning about and sharing what families are already doing to get a break\, as well as understanding the unique ingredients still needed to make respite a reality. Please join our discussion circle about how we can work together for families and their loved ones to have a safe and helpful break from the significant and daily stresses going on right now and into the next year. \nTHEMES:\nAugust 9 – Transitioning to CLBC and the new world of respite\nAugust 23 – Fun Quick Crafts with Annette Shepherd \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\n  \nFamily Support Institute of BC (FSI) is a provincial not-for-profit society committed to supporting families who have a family member with a disability. FSI is unique in Canada and the only grass roots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base. \nFSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY \nYou are invited to join FSI CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS\, a private Facebook Group intended to continue conversations of support or provide an alternative platform for support. www.facebook.com/groups/fsicontinuingconversations/ \nAll FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone only if access to computers and/or internet is a barrier. If you need assistance registering for any session\, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403. \n*FG URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/recipes-for-respite-27/2021-08-09/ LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/recipes-for-respite-27/2021-08-09/ CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar,Recipes for Respite ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Family-Hangout-RESPITE.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210810T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210810T120000 DTSTAMP:20260530T150654 CREATED:20210726T170040Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210726T170040Z UID:21793-1628589600-1628596800@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:DSRF Webinar: Introduction to Sign Language DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nIntroduction to Sign Language: Promoting Communication in Down Syndrome is an introductory workshop is intended for individuals who live or work with children with Down syndrome developing language\, who have no previous experience with sign language and are interested in learning. \nParticipants will get the opportunity to learn some basic sign language vocabulary and the benefits of using it to enhance their interactions. Participants will gain an understanding of what is verbal and nonverbal communication\, debunk the myths and facts of sign language and gain an appreciation and understanding of American Sign Language (ASL) and Signing Exact English (SEE). Participants will also discuss meaningful ways to integrate it into their day and sign language resources available. \nSuggested donation is $10 \nClick here to register\, space is limited. URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/dsrf-webinar-introduction-to-sign-language/ LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/dsrf-webinar-introduction-to-sign-language/ CATEGORIES:External Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/DSRF-SL.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210815T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210815T211500 DTSTAMP:20260530T150654 CREATED:20210805T220742Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210805T220742Z UID:21852-1629054000-1629062100@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:Queer Movie Night\, SIXpo Edition: GBF DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nQueer movie night is back! This month\, we’re taking a break from the TV series “Special” to watch a full movie. It’s a fun comedy about coming out in High School. \nFor this event\, you’ll need a phone\, tablet or laptop and the zoom app. \nTo join the event click this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86367884463?pwd=QVRCZncyYzl3b0NCVG00QlR2TG1BZz09 enter the meeting ID 863 6788 4463.\nthe password is “zoom” URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/queer-movie-night-sixpo-edition-gbf/ LOCATION:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=krEdqwLLASw CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/GBF.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210818T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210818T200000 DTSTAMP:20260530T150654 CREATED:20210806T164640Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210806T164640Z UID:21855-1629313200-1629316800@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:“Constructed Identities” by Persimmon Blackbridge DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nKickstart Disability Arts & Culture is thrilled to present the solo exhibition “Constructed Identities” by Persimmon Blackbridge\, one of Canada’s most recognized Artists that identifies as living with a disability. \nConstructed Identities\, a major show of work by Persimmon Blackbridge\, uses mixed media wood carving with found objects to question how disability is framed as a fracturing of ordinary life rather than a normal\, expected part of it. Her exploration of the figure begins in disability\, but necessarily complicates itself as our embodied identities intersect and overlap. \nPendulum Gallery\nHSBC Building\, 885 West Georgia\, Vancouver BC \nGallery Hours: \nMonday – Wednesday: 9am – 6pm\nThursday & Friday: 9am – 9pm\nSaturday: 9am – 5pm \nAdmission to Pendulum Gallery is free to the public and wheelchair accessible\nNot able to see the exhibition in person? \nJoin us for a Virtual Walkthrough with our Artistic Director Jenna Reid and Guest Curator Yuri Arajs!\nWednesday August 18th\, 2021 at 7PM (PST)\nLivestream on Facebook\n*please note ASL will not be available for the live streamed event\, and captioning may not be available. the recorded video will be made available with captioning at a later date* URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/constructed-identities-by-persimmon-blackbridge/ LOCATION:HSBC Building\, 885 West Georgia\, Vancouver BC\, HSBC Building\, 885 West Georgia\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada CATEGORIES:External Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/blackbridge.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210819T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210819T140000 DTSTAMP:20260530T150654 CREATED:20210818T172918Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210818T172918Z UID:22261-1629378000-1629381600@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:SIXpo Festival: Christian Coffee Chat - Open House DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nJoin Paul Emmond and Frances Kitson\, for a conversation about Christianity\, family\, love and relationships. On Thursday between 1 and 2pm PST. Staff helping participants receive these invitations – we are able send the invitation directly to their email if they chose to provide us with an address. Also staff\, please attend as you are\, with cameras on and open hearts – we would love to have you as part of the conversation no matter your religious views. \nFor this event\, you’ll need a phone\, tablet or laptop and the zoom app. \nTo join the event click this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85278818027\nMeeting ID: 852 7881 8027 \nthe password is “259669” URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/sixpo-festival-christian-coffee-chat-open-house/ LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/sixpo-festival-christian-coffee-chat-open-house/ CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/sixpo-coffee.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210819T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210819T190000 DTSTAMP:20260530T150654 CREATED:20210715T204447Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210715T204556Z UID:21615-1629396000-1629399600@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:World Photography Day DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nDJFunTown and Right-On Photography hope you can join them as this will be their grand finale to the Self-Advocate grant project and they would like to share their passions to everyone and show how much photography means to them in daily life including during COVID-19. \nHosted by Duane and Jonathan from Self Advocates of the Rockies (SAOR) \n  \nJoin through Google Meets by clicking here URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/world-photography-day/ LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/world-photography-day/ CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/photo-day.png ORGANIZER;CN="Self Advocates of the Rockies":MAILTO:cranbrooksaor@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210819T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210819T203000 DTSTAMP:20260530T150654 CREATED:20210806T181113Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210806T181113Z UID:21866-1629397800-1629405000@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:Real Talk Classic - SIXpo Edition DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \n\n\n\n\n\nAdults with cognitive disabilities get together to talk about dating\, love\, relationships\, and sex with a Certified Sexual Health Educator.\n\n\n\n\n\nReal Talk events are on Zoom for now. You’ll need a computer / smartphone / tablet\, headphones\, and (ideally) a private place to watch. \nEverybody has questions about dating\, love\, relationships\, and sex. Things like: \n– How do I meet a boyfriend / girlfriend / partner? \n– How do I let my family know that I want to date? \n– How can I make sex safer? \n– What is consent? \n\n\n\n\n\nIt’s totally normal. But sometimes it can be hard to know where to get good information. At this event\, we’ll watch some Real Talk videos\, and have a conversation hosted by a Certified Sexual Health Educator. We’ll talk about where to get good information\, who can support us with this stuff\, and how to figure out confusing situations. People are welcome to talk about things\, or to just listen if they don’t want to talk. \nIf you want a family member\, friend\, or staff member to support you to tune in to the Zoom Hangout\, that’s great. They don’t need to register\, they can just show up with you. \nRegister and get the Zoom Link at:\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/165482361197\nPlease note: The maximum number of attendees at a Real Talk Zoom Hangout is 12. We do this so that everyone has a chance to participate and share ideas if they want to. If you try to register someone and the event is full – don’t worry\, we’ll be running these frequently while Social Distancing is in effect. If you have an event link from signing up one person please DON’T pass it on to others who have not registered. This will keep the event more confidential and more useful for everyone. Sadly\, we can’t accommodate latecomers to our events! Please arrive no later than 10 minutes after the start time! URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/real-talk-classic-sixpo-edition/ LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/real-talk-classic-sixpo-edition/ CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/sixpo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210819T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210819T203000 DTSTAMP:20260530T150654 CREATED:20210615T204206Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210615T204304Z UID:20804-1629399600-1629405000@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:FASD - Thinking Outside of the Box DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO:   « Back to all events \nEmpowering conversations for individuals affected by FASD and those that support them. A family hangout that provides a safe place to share and connect. \n  \nClick Here to Register!  \n  \nFamily Support Institute of BC (FSI) is a provincial not-for-profit society committed to supporting families who have a family member with a disability. FSI is unique in Canada and the only grass roots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base. \nFSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY \nYou are invited to join FSI CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS\, a private Facebook Group intended to continue conversations of support or provide an alternative platform for support. www.facebook.com/groups/fsicontinuingconversations/ \nAll FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone only if access to computers and/or internet is a barrier. If you need assistance registering for any session\, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403. \n*FSI URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/fasd-thinking-outside-of-the-box-4/2021-08-19/ LOCATION:BC CATEGORIES:Family Hangouts,FSI Event Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Family-Hangout-FASD-HO.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210820T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210820T170000 DTSTAMP:20260530T150654 CREATED:20210818T171412Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210818T171412Z UID:22256-1629471600-1629478800@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:SIXpo Festival: How to Plan a Date like in a Reality TV Show DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nHave you seen some reality dating shows on TV? Have you been jealous of the romantic\, adventurous dates shown? Have you ever wondered how to plan a date as good as TV? Come join Melissa for a chat about what it’s like to be a date producer (the person that’s behind all those fabulous TV dates). \nFor this event\, you’ll need a phone\, tablet or laptop and the zoom app. \nTo join the event click this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86562094137?pwd=SDNTc2plbUo2U2VhcE5ZMFFpZTNmdz09\nor enter the meeting ID 865 6209 4137.\nthe password is “zoom” URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/sixpo-festival-how-to-plan-a-date-like-in-a-reality-tv-show/ LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/sixpo-festival-how-to-plan-a-date-like-in-a-reality-tv-show/ CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/sixpo-aug-20.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210823T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210823T163000 DTSTAMP:20260530T150654 CREATED:20210618T182612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210716T220551Z UID:20979-1629705600-1629736200@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:Summer Institute 2021 DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO:\nCreating the Future-Partnerships for Inclusive Learning Conference\nOn August 23-25\, 2021\, participants from all over BC will come together virtually to hear and learn from people who have extensive experience in Inclusive Learning and who have been doing this heart work for decades. \nKeynote speakers include:\nShelley Moore | Monday\, August 23rd | Identity and Inclusion\nSue Sterling-Bur | Tuesday\, August 24th | Indigenous Giftedness and Inclusion\nDr. Leyton Schnellert | Wednesday\, August 25th | Developing Student Voice in Inclusive Classrooms \nThe individual strands and keynote speeches will take place virtually.\nPlease click link below for more conference details and to register.\nhttps://bcinclusivelearning.com/event-info/#registration\n« Back to all events URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/summer-institute-2021/2021-08-23/ LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/summer-institute-2021/2021-08-23/ CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Summer-Institute.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210825T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210825T140000 DTSTAMP:20260530T150654 CREATED:20211207T194528Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211207T194528Z UID:24950-1629896400-1629900000@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:Music Trivia DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nhosted by Kamloops Speaking Up Self-Advocacy Awareness Society (SUSA) \nJoin though Zoom Meeting by clicking here URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/music-trivia-3/ LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/music-trivia-3/ CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/music-trivia2.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR