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SUMMARY:Tax Tips for People with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nIn this information session\, learn more about why everyone should file taxes and how to get started. \nSpecific topics will include: an overview of non-refundable and refundable tax credits (Disability Tax Credit\, Canada Caregiver Credit\, Child Disability Benefit); medical expenses; readjusting your taxes\, and options for tax relief. \nPresented by Vancouver Public Library\, in partnership with Disability Alliance BC. \n  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/tax-tips-for-people-with-disabilities/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection,External Event
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SUMMARY:Education and Skills Training (ESTR)
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nInterested in TRU’s Education and Skills Training program (ESTR)? \nWant to learn more? Join us for a virtual info session to find out if ESTR could be the right fit for you! \nThe ESTR programs enable students with barriers to employment to develop skills\, knowledge\, and experience required for future employment. \nWe offer certificates in:\n• Career Exploration – Further develop employability skills and acquire recognized certificates for entry-level employment.\n• Kitchen Assistant – Acquire skills and recognized certificates for entry-level kitchen employment.\n• Retail Assistant – Acquire skills and recognized certificates for entry-level retail employment. \nAll certificates run September to May and involve a combination of classroom study\, experiential learning\, and practicum placements. \n  \nCLICK TO REGISTER\n  \nThompson Rivers University is on the traditional lands of the Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc within Secwépemc’ulucw\, the traditional and unceded territory of the Secwépemc people.
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/education-and-skills-training-estr/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection,External Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240206T210000
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UID:38909-1707246000-1707253200@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Autism and Taxes Level 1 - All About The DTC
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nThe Disability Tax Credit is not just a simple tax credit but a gateway to many more benefits. Parents may find the application process confusing. Dave is here to help you through the process and interpret all the jargon. \nThis talk is intended for parents of children with autism who have not yet applied (or need to re-apply) for the Disability Tax Credit. \nIf you have a child with autism\, I can guarantee that you are experiencing financial stress. Dave is here to help alleviate some of this stress. \n  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\n  \nGuest Speaker: \nDavid Taylor is the parent of a child with autism and has been running a home-based ABA program for 16 years. David has done extensive research into the financial side of managing an ABA team and has gathered information on all kinds of issues from his own experiences and from feedback from other parents. \nIf you think this may be applicable to you\, please attend. Parents are often shocked by how much they will gain by applying for the Disability Tax Credit. \nDave will not be talking about how to file your taxes or what you may be able to claim. This will be presented in a subsequent talk “Autism and Taxes – Level Two” which we will host again next February. \nPlease do not bring your tax questions to this talk. We will only be discussing the application process. \n  \nPlease note this presentation will be run as an online live webinar. It is open to everyone in British Columbia. This event will be recorded\, but THE RECORDING WILL ONLY BE AVAILABLE TO ATTENDEES.
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/autism-and-taxes-level-1-all-about-the-dtc/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:External Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240207T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240207T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T025758
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241210T202849Z
UID:34983-1707330600-1707336000@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Challenging Behaviours
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nComplex behaviours are hard to handle! Whether those behaviours come from poor impulse control\, language difficulties or oppositional tendencies\, caregivers still struggle to understand and we all want to help.  \nJoin our Family Hangout for Challenging Behaviours and share with other caregivers who experience similar issues. Knowing that we are not alone in our struggles and hearing about options that have worked for other families can make the path just a little easier. \nThis bi-weekly call is now a combination of two family hangouts; Complex Behaviours and Non-Speaking Autism. Please join us. \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 grassroots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base. FSI 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/ \nAfter the session you are encouraged to share your feedback. This helps FSI improve our content to better serve the needs of families. \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  \n*FG
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/challenging-behaviours/2024-02-07/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Family Hangouts,FSI Event Calendar
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240208T130000
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UID:38899-1707386400-1707397200@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Improving Healthcare Transition for Canadian Youth with Special Healthcare Needs - Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nAdd your voice! Priorities and recommendations for improving healthcare transition for Canadian youth with special healthcare needs. \n  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\n  \nTransition to Adulthood during COVID-19: Learning from Canadian Youth with Special Healthcare Needs and their Families to Foster Effective Transitional Care Interventions\nIn this patient-oriented research project\, young adults\, parents\, and researchers have partnered to explore the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on youth with special healthcare needs aged 16-24 years\, during their transition to adult service. When we talk about special healthcare needs\, we mean needs related to developmental\, physical\, or mental health conditions. \nAdd your voice to the conversation on February 8\,2024 \nThe Virtual Town Hall Meeting will be an opportunity to: \n\nReview what we have learned in the first part of the project about experiences\, suggested solutions\, and priorities\, through interviews and surveys with youth and families.\nContinue the conversation with youth and families about recommendations and priorities to improve healthcare transition for Canadian youth with special healthcare needs.\nPrioritize actions and strategic recommendations.\n\nRegister now to secure your spot! \n*The Virtual Town Hall Meeting will be offered through Zoom. Please let us know if we can help make the meeting more accessible for you. \n_____________________________________________ \nNominated Principal Investigator: Dr. Anne Fournier (CHU Sainte-Justine) \nCo-Principal Investigators: Dr. Jan Willem Gorter (McMaster University) & Dr. Karen Cook (Athabasca University) \nPrincipal Knowledge User: Ms. Paula Robeson (Children’s Healthcare Canada) \nResearch Coordinator at McMaster University: Barb Galuppi at 905.525.9140 ext. 27852 \nFunding Source: Canadian Institutes of Health Research (UIP 178856)
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/improving-healthcare-transition-for-canadian-youth-with-special-healthcare-needs-town-hall/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:External Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240210T160000
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UID:38861-1707573600-1707580800@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Menstrual Health and Wellbeing Workshop Series | In Person
DESCRIPTION:3-part Workshop Series (Ages 13+) \n \nThe Menstrual Health and Wellbeing Workshop Series aims to provide an opportunity for individuals who menstruate (whether soon-to-be menstruators\, newly menstruating\, or menstruating for years) to connect with others to talk about menstruation in a relaxed and comfortable environment. \nPROGRAM REQUIREMENTS \n\nOpen to all Autistic individuals ages 13+\nOpen to individuals who menstruate (whether soon-to-be menstruators\, newly menstruating\, or menstruating for years)\nCAN membership NOT required.\nFormal autism diagnosis NOT required. Learn more\n\nREGISTRATION DETAILS \n\nRegister by Sunday\, January 28th \nLimited space! Completing this form does not guarantee a spot.\nQuestions?  📧youthandadults@canucksautism.ca📞 604-685-4049 (ext 222)\n\n  \nREGISTER FOR A SPOT HERE\n  \nWorkshop Descriptions: \n\nWeek 1: Art and Ice Cream Social: Learn to paint with tips and techniques from an artist to make your very own menstrual self-care box. You will get to enjoy a tasty treat while exploring your creative side. Each participant will get to paint their own box to take home with them. \nWeek 2: Movie and Discussion. This week we will explore menstruation through different thought-provoking films. We will engage in open discussions to break down stigma about menstruation\, promote understanding\, and make connections.\nWeek 3: Menstrual Self-care Kits and Period Product Exploration. This week we will explore different types of menstrual products\, including pads\, tampons\, cups\, underwear\, and reusable pads. We will make personalized self-care kits with items such as cramp cream\, chocolates\, snacks\, skincare products\, and more that participants will get to take home with them.
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/menstrual-health-and-wellbeing-workshop-series-in-person/
LOCATION:Douglas College\, 700 Royal Avenue\, New Westminster\, British Columbia\, V3M 5Z5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection,External Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240215T133000
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SUMMARY:Summer Camp Feedback - In Person Consultations
DESCRIPTION:The Self Advocates of Semiahmoo (SAS) are hosting consultations on adapted summer camps for youth with disabilities locally.  \nOur goal is to connect with community and hold inclusive consultations. You can fill out the online Survey until February 24th or visit one of our in person consultation sessions.\nSurvey Link: https://www.surveymonkey.ca/r/6TS9K3K \nIn person Consultations:\nWhite Rock Community Centre Bosa Towers – Wednesday Feb 21\, 1-3pm\nWhite Rock Library – Thursday Feb 15\, 11:30-1:30pm
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/summer-camp-feedback-in-person-consultations/
LOCATION:White Rock Library\, 15342 Buena Vista Ave\, White Rock\, BC\, V4B 1Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:External Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240216T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240216T190000
DTSTAMP:20260427T025758
CREATED:20240213T175826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240213T175827Z
UID:39125-1708101000-1708110000@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Youth Transition Fair | Nanaimo
DESCRIPTION:Are you a teen or young adult with a diverse ability? \nAre you searching for a career or adult support services? \nCommunity Inclusion Service Providers\nPost secondary\, employment agencies\, advocacy groups\, health care agencies and more
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/youth-transition-fair-nanaimo/
LOCATION:Dufferin Elementary School\, 1111 Dufferin Crescent\, Nanaimo\, BC\, V9S 2B5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection,External Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240220T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240220T110000
DTSTAMP:20260427T025758
CREATED:20240119T183235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240119T183235Z
UID:38851-1708423200-1708426800@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Learn About Support Worker Central
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nAre you looking to hire support staff? Learn about Support Worker Central (SWC)\, a free\, provincial-wide job board created for people with disabilities and their families who hire their own support staff. During this presentation\, you will learn how the job board works\, how to post a job\, the available resources to help you with hiring staff\, as well as an opportunity to ask questions. There are currently over 500 profiles of people looking for work on SWC – join us to learn more about how to access this pool of potential staff. \nLearn more at www.supportworkercentral.ca. \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 \n  \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.
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/learn-about-support-worker-central-2/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar,Learning Exploration Sessions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240220T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240220T143000
DTSTAMP:20260427T025758
CREATED:20240131T192355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240131T192356Z
UID:38949-1708434000-1708439400@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Tax Tips for People with Disabilities: Do it Yourself
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nIn this information session\, learn more about how you can file your taxes on your own\, with guidance and helpful tips from an experienced tax filer. Get started using TurboTax software\, completely free of charge. \nPresented by Vancouver Public Library in partnership with Disability Alliance BC. \n  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/tax-tips-for-people-with-disabilities-do-it-yourself/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection,External Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240220T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T025758
CREATED:20240220T185846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240220T185846Z
UID:39302-1708434000-1708441200@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Caregiver Connections\, A Family Caregiver Event
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nIf CP has impacted you personally or professionally\, join us for our latest research insights. \nInterested in learning about diagnosis age\, therapy referrals\, and factors affecting intervention delays? \nIf yes\, read on and register at info@bccerebralpalsy.com for our sessions\, where you can ask questions. \nWHEN: February 20th 2024\, via Zoom 1:30-3PM or 6:30-8PM! \nOur first speaker\, Taylor\, is completing her MD at UBC and has expertise in neuro-rehabilitation. She’ll discuss findings from a multi-year CP research project at Sunny Hill Health Center\, aiming to help families understand diagnosis and referral patterns in our province.
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/caregiver-connections-a-family-caregiver-event/2024-02-20/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:External Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240221T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240221T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T025758
CREATED:20240209T210119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240209T210119Z
UID:39099-1708520400-1708527600@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Summer Camp Feedback - In Person Consultations
DESCRIPTION:The Self Advocates of Semiahmoo (SAS) are hosting consultations on adapted summer camps for youth with disabilities locally.  \nOur goal is to connect with community and hold inclusive consultations. You can fill out the online Survey until February 24th or visit one of our in person consultation sessions.\nSurvey Link: https://www.surveymonkey.ca/r/6TS9K3K \nIn person Consultations:\nWhite Rock Community Centre Bosa Towers – Wednesday Feb 21\, 1-3pm\nWhite Rock Library – Thursday Feb 15\, 11:30-1:30pm
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/summer-camp-feedback-in-person-consultations-2/
LOCATION:White Rock Community Center Bosa Towers\, 15154 Russell Ave\, White Rock\, V4B 0A6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:External Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240223T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240223T160000
DTSTAMP:20260427T025758
CREATED:20240222T212308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240222T212308Z
UID:39358-1708695000-1708704000@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Mini Moments Festival ~ with Curiko & Spectrum Society
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nJoin us for a delightful drop-in event\, presented in collaboration with Spectrum Society for Community Living and Curiko! The Mini Moments Festival is a celebration that aims to bring together community members for a day of celebration and mini-activities that are designed to spark joy and connection. \nExplore a variety of mini moments and connect with yourself\, others\, place\, culture\, and purpose. You will learn about the community building platform Curiko and how it strives to spark moments of connection between people with and without disabilities. \nCLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION\n 
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/mini-moments-festival-with-curiko-spectrum-society/
LOCATION:Collingwood Neighbourhood House Annex\, 690 Vanness Avenue\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240224T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240224T153000
DTSTAMP:20260427T025758
CREATED:20240220T185200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240220T185200Z
UID:39299-1708783200-1708788600@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Sexy Laundry | Relaxed Performance
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nCome see a realistic\, heartfelt\, and often hilarious look at married life in Sexy Laundry by Michele Riml.  \nPrince George’s favourite empty nesters are back! Henry and Alice have been married for 25 years. Henry is content with the peaceful\, uncomplicated conventions of their marriage\, but Alice is ready to spice things up the way they did in their youth. Armed with a copy of “Sex for Dummies\,” the couple sets out on a weekend getaway in an attempt to reignite their love life. \nThis hilarious and relatable comedy was last seen at Theatre NorthWest in 2009 and was such a hit that we are bringing it back for our season of Magic and Mystery! \nContent Warning\nThis play includes mature subject matter and strong language.   \nSensory Impact\nThe characters in this play experience and express strong emotions\, including anger\, sadness\, and self-doubt. There will be a lot of raised voices\, yelling\, and shouting.   \n  \nCLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS\n  \nThis is a relaxed performance. Relaxed performances are designed to welcome audience members who will benefit from a less restrictive audience environment\, including (but not limited to) patrons with sensory processing conditions\, autism\, a learning or intellectual disability\, or parents with infants and toddlers. There is a more casual approach to noise and movement within the theatre space. To view our visual story\, please click here.
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/sexy-laundry-relaxed-performance/
LOCATION:Theatre Northwest\, 556 North Nechako Road\, Prince George\, British Columbia\, V2K 1A1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection,External Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240226T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240226T203000
DTSTAMP:20260427T025758
CREATED:20240222T210955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240222T210955Z
UID:39355-1708974000-1708979400@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Lets Talk!
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nA Monthly online conversation group for Autistic adults\, 18+ years \nMany autistic people have spent much of their lives feeling “different”. This group is an evening to share our past experiences & present realities – similar or different\, and to celebrate our uniqueness together as we build strength & resilience for our futures. \nOur host\, Sara Leschasin\, is a community support worker\, a K-12 educator\, and an autistic adult. She is inspired by the accomplishments of her fellow autistics and is eager to connect with\, and to learn about you! \n \nLet’s talk about: Dating with Autism. How do you feel about dating in today’s world\, as an autistic adult? \nNew!  You will earn a Frequent Friendly Face point for each event attended. Top point scorers will receive a gift card at the end of June. \nPlease register for the event to get the Zoom link.
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/lets-talk/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240227T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240227T203000
DTSTAMP:20260427T025758
CREATED:20240222T205456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240222T205456Z
UID:39344-1709062200-1709065800@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Everything Relationships!
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nA monthly (4th Tuesday of the month) online drop-in to ask and discuss any questions that you have about building and keeping relationships. \nThese monthly sessions will be hosted alternately by Certified Sexual Health Educators Darren Frisk and Sherry Nassrin\, and are for individuals who want to build relationships\, both professionally & personally. \nDeveloping the relationships we want takes time & effort\, but we do get better at it. We can learn to be our most mature selves\, and to become more socially & emotionally aware.  We may need to expand our opportunities for meeting people\, to participate in activities that are new to us\, to nurture curiosity about others\, and to demonstrate flexibility around shared activities. This only makes sense if doing so aligns with our goals\, while preserving our mental & physical well-being. \nBeginning is the first step! Be kind to yourself\, and know that by reaching out in these sessions & elsewhere\, others will see your effort and will reach out back to you! \n  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/everything-relationships/2024-02-27/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240228T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240228T143000
DTSTAMP:20260427T025758
CREATED:20240209T191250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240213T180203Z
UID:39090-1709125200-1709130600@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Transition Series: Kindergarten Transitions
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nThe transition from preschool into school can be particularly challenging for parents and their children when extra supports are required: and extra care is needed to ensure a smooth process. This workshop is designed for both parents and professionals to learn new tools and strategies for sound planning during any transition years. \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.\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 EARLY YEARS TRANSITIONS\, a private Facebook Group intended to continue conversations of support or provide an alternative platform for support. \nAfter the session you are encouraged to share your feedback. This helps FSI improve our content to better serve the needs of families. \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.
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/transition-series-kindergarten-transitions-2/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar,Learning Exploration Sessions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240228T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240228T203000
DTSTAMP:20260427T025758
CREATED:20240208T044324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240213T180411Z
UID:39084-1709146800-1709152200@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Transition Series: Kindergarten Transitions
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nThe transition from preschool into school can be particularly challenging for parents and their children when extra supports are required: and extra care is needed to ensure a smooth process. This workshop is designed for both parents and professionals to learn new tools and strategies for sound planning during any transition years. \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.\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 EARLY YEARS TRANSITIONS\, a private Facebook Group intended to continue conversations of support or provide an alternative platform for support. \nAfter the session you are encouraged to share your feedback. This helps FSI improve our content to better serve the needs of families. \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.
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/transition-series-kindergarten-transitions/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar,Learning Exploration Sessions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240229T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240229T210000
DTSTAMP:20260427T025758
CREATED:20240222T210026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240222T210026Z
UID:39351-1709233200-1709240400@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Movie Night
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nThis month’s movie is: The Imitation Game\nWatch the movie on Paramount Plus in advance of our discussion on the 29th. \nDuring World War II\, the English mathematical genius Alan Turing (Benedict Cumberbatch) tries to crack the German Enigma code with help from fellow mathematicians while attempting to come to terms with his troubled private life. \nSee trailer on YouTube: \n\n  \n  \nPlease register for the event to get the Zoom link.
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/movie-night/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240307T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240307T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T025758
CREATED:20240131T190344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T172705Z
UID:38941-1709836200-1709841600@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Transitions Series: Leaving High School\, What's Next?
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nHow do you prepare for this big change in your son’s or daughter’s life? \nThis workshop is designed to help families understand how to prepare for their child’s transition from high school into a full life in the community. Drawing on the experiences of many parents and professionals\, we will discuss roles and responsibilities\, the planning process\, planning tools and available resources and services. \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.\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: Transitioning Into Adulthood\, This online forum was created by The Family Support Institute of BC aimed to support families navigate the journey of transitioning into adulthood for their loved ones through peer-to-peer support and shared experiences. \nAfter the session you are encouraged to share your feedback. This helps FSI improve our content to better serve the needs of families. \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  \n*SS
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/transitions-series-leaving-high-school-whats-next/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240314T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240314T203000
DTSTAMP:20260427T025759
CREATED:20240304T181707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240304T181707Z
UID:39378-1710444600-1710448200@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:I Want to Be an Astronaut
DESCRIPTION:I Want to be an Astronaut is the story of an autistic young adult\, Morgan\, and their struggles to determine their place in the world. On a trip to a snoezelen room\, Morgan opens up to their best friend\, Avery\, about their impossible ambitions and their difficulties settling for real life. They’ve spent so long living in their head\, how can they possibly find a space to thrive in reality? Maybe it’s better to lose yourself in a beautiful illusion than face the world as it is. \nInspired by the real life experiences of the autistic author\, this play explores the sense of self\, mental health issues\, and the struggle of finding your path. 60 mins. plus post-show chat in theatre. \n  \nCLICK FOR TICKETS\n  \nWe’re very grateful for the opportunity to live\, work\, dance\, and celebrate the Arts on the traditional territory of the Snuneymuxw First Nation. hay ce:p q̓a.
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/i-want-to-be-an-astronaut/
LOCATION:Port Theatre\, 125 Front Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection,External Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240321T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240321T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T025759
CREATED:20240306T211503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240306T211503Z
UID:39579-1711047600-1711051200@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Design Dreaming - Kits edition
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nCome together with a group of neighbour’s to imagine the future of this space! Get ready for a fun\, wacky and creative visioning session\, where anything is possible! \nWe are so often bogged down by funding\, policies and weather it can be hard to think outside of the box! Together we will play with tools like improv\, drawing and others to explore use of this space! \nWe are open to all different types of creative expression on this call\, if you don’t feel comfortable drawing you can express your ideas through movement or words! \n  \nJOIN THE EXPERIENCE
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/design-dreaming-kits-edition/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240323T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240323T120000
DTSTAMP:20260427T025759
CREATED:20240306T213013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240306T213013Z
UID:39593-1711188000-1711195200@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Little Nomad Adventures | Sakura Trees Hunting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a unique monthly hiking experience where we’ll explore interesting neighborhoods in the Greater Vancouver Area. In March we will be hunting for Sakura Trees in Downtown Vancouver. Short walk: 5km. \nWe will be walking\, exploring and you will be encouraged to take photos as you go\, we will share our photos and stories about what we saw at the end. \nThis experience is in-person! \nYou’ll meet your host in downtown Vancouver\, British Columbia! The exact address will be sent to you when the host confirms the experience! \n  \nJOIN THE EXPERIENCE
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/little-nomad-adventures-sakura-trees-hunting/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240327T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240327T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T025759
CREATED:20230411T160127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240319T202955Z
UID:38565-1711564200-1711569600@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Aging Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nWe cannot slow the aging process in ourselves or in the people we care for! As we get older\, our ability to care for our family member becomes more and more difficult. Planning our own future\, and the future of our loved ones can be a terrifying process. Will we be able to provide the necessary care? Will they be well cared for in the future\, after we are gone? What can we do to make the future easier? Connecting with other families in similar situations is the best way to problem solve and figure out what will work best for our specific situations. This is a new family hangout. Join our call with other “mature” parents and caregivers and we can problem solve together! \nSPECIAL GUEST SPEAKER: Jule Hopkins from PLAN coming to answer questions about planning:  wills\, estates\, trusts\, etc. \n  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\n  \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/ \nAfter the session you are encouraged to share your feedback. This helps FSI improve our content to better serve the needs of families. \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  \n*FG
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/aging-caregivers-2024-03-27/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240329T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240329T120000
DTSTAMP:20260427T025759
CREATED:20240321T211658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T211658Z
UID:39652-1711710000-1711713600@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:The Flying Experience
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nWe will talk about what makes an airplane fly with an illustration visualizing aerodynamics.  \nYou will see some pictures both from personal experience as well as general. We will also be experimenting with paper airplanes. \nBOOK THE EXPERIENCE
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/the-flying-experience/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240329T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240329T203000
DTSTAMP:20260427T025759
CREATED:20240321T212438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T212438Z
UID:39655-1711738800-1711744200@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Blossoms After Dark | In-Person
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nLet’s explore Cherry Blossoms at night at David Lam Park. The trees will be beautifully lit with lots to explore and amazing photo opportunities. \nWalk around and check out performances\, the trees and take some incredible photos! We will bring blankets to sit on to watch the performances\, observe the trees and to hang out – as long as it’s not raining. If we need to warm up\, we will head to a nearby coffee shop. \n  \nBOOK YOUR EXPERIENCE
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/blossoms-after-dark-in-person/
LOCATION:David Lam Park\, 1300 Pacific Blvd\, Vancouver BC\, V6Z 2Y1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240330T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240330T143000
DTSTAMP:20260427T025759
CREATED:20240306T214524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240306T214524Z
UID:39601-1711803600-1711809000@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:An 'Egg'cellent Hunt ~ An Extreme Easter Egg Challenge
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nAre you ready for a challenge? Do you want to celebrate spring? Join Dickson and Suaraya for a fun easter egg hunt and tricky spring challenges. \nYou will go outside and hunt for eggs\, and find as many as you can. Keep an eye out for the golden egg because it worth a big surprise.Once the hunt is over you can trade the eggs in for goodies like chocolate eggs and peeps. The fun isn’t over with the egg hunt\, you will be challenged to complete silly games and tasks. \nYou’ll meet your host in Burnaby\, British Columbia! The exact address will be sent to you when the host confirms the experience! \n  \nJOIN THE EXPERIENCE
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/an-eggcellent-hunt-an-extreme-easter-egg-challenge/
LOCATION:Curiko Studios\, 4924 Imperial Street\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240402T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240402T193000
DTSTAMP:20260427T025759
CREATED:20240130T220227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240213T214320Z
UID:38932-1712079000-1712086200@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Leisure Fair 2024 | Save the Date
DESCRIPTION:Explore Lower Mainland recreation activities for children and youth with disabilities. \nSunset Community Centre\, 6810 Main Street\, Vancouver BC V5X 0A1 \n 
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/leisure-fair-2024-save-the-date/
LOCATION:Sunset Community Centre\, 6810 Main Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5X0A1
CATEGORIES:External Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240411T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240411T113000
DTSTAMP:20260427T025759
CREATED:20240306T215114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240306T215114Z
UID:39604-1712829600-1712835000@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Crafting Your Interior Design Vision
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nHave you ever wanted to uncover your inner designer? In this experience we’ll learn about mood boards\, which are a way to create a sense of mood and style for a space. We’ll look at some different examples of mood boards and afterwards\, we’ll work to create our own personal mood boards. We’ll think about designing on a budget and how to create cohesive looks. \nIn a group setting\, you’ll work with magazine cut outs to create mood boards based on things that inspire you. You’ll have the opportunity to think about different types of rooms (for example living rooms\, bedrooms\, dining rooms)\, what pieces of furniture and accessories you typically find in those rooms\, and how you’d like to style those spaces. \nYou’ll meet your host in Burnaby! The exact address will be sent to you when the host confirms the experience! \nJOIN THE EXPERIENCE\n  \nThe space is wheelchair accessible however the front ramp is narrow and there are no automatic doors. Let the host know if you have any accessibility needs. \nThis experience takes place nearby Metrotown in Burnaby. Expect loud traffic sounds. There is one bathroom. Large open space.
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/crafting-your-interior-design-vision/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240411T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240411T210000
DTSTAMP:20260427T025759
CREATED:20240306T220858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240306T220859Z
UID:39610-1712862000-1712869200@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Understanding Self-Injurious Behaviours
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nSelf-injurious behaviours (SIBs) frequently occur in children and adolescents with neurodiversities and developmental disabilities. There are multiple reasons a person may be engaging in SIBs and it can be difficult to know how best to support the individual to stop causing themselves injury. This presentation will provide an overview of reasons SIB may occur\, the kinds of person-centred supports that may help an individual with SIB\, and information about how different specialists may be able to help. \n  \nREGISTER HERE\n  \nGUEST PRESENTER: Sarah Pastrana\, PhD\, BCBA-D \nDr. Sarah Pastrana is a Board-Certified Behaviour Analyst and an associate with Semiahmoo Behaviour Analysts\, Inc. She has supported children\, youth\, and adults with neurodiversities and developmental disabilities for over 20 years. Sarah works closely with families\, school teams\, and other professionals to provide comprehensive\, person-centred care for individuals with complex needs. Sarah holds Education Level 2 certification in Practical Functional Assessment and Skills-Based Treatment of severe problem behaviour. She is currently an Adjunct Professor at the University of British Columbia\, primarily instructing masters and doctoral students in the Autism and Developmental Disabilities program. Sarah has presented research at regional and international conferences and contributes to the development of resources for AIDE Canada. She is active in various behaviour analytic organizations\, and has served as a board member for the British Columbia Association for Behaviour Analysis (BC-ABA) for 12 years\, currently holding the position of President.
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/understanding-self-injurious-behaviours/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:External Event
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