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SUMMARY:Disability Arts and Culture: Community-Oriented Tour for Access Awareness
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nIn celebration of BC Access Festival\, we are delighted to offer two special tours to welcome the disabled community to the Vancouver Art Gallery. \nWednesday\, June 1 @ 2:00pm – 3:30pm\nSaturday\, June 4 @ 3:30pm – 5:00pm \nThis special Access tour offers an opportunity to explore works from the Gallery’s permanent collection\, featured in the exhibition Kids Take Over and Restless: Recent Acquisitions. \nOn these tours\, participants will discover the tactile and sensorial aspects of artworks by Guud San Glans Robert Davidson’s monumental painting Octopus (2014) and Gathie Falk’s playful ceramic fruit stacks\, to Chantal Gibson’s radical modifications of historical books and Annie Pootoogook’s touching family portrait Listening to the Radio (2005-06)\, as well as works by Evelyn Roth\, Kimsooja\, Paul Wong and more. \nThese tours are designed to welcome disabled community members. If you identify as disabled\, please register to join us on these tours. \nPlease note capacity is limited for the tours and registration is required. \nTours are FREE. Each guest and their companion or attendant will receive complimentary admission – you do not need to register your companion / attendant but please indicate in the registration form who will be attending with you in the appropriate field \nWhen registering\, be sure to let us know of your accessibility requirements and needs. \n  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/disability-arts-and-culture-community-oriented-tour-for-access-awareness/2022-06-01/
LOCATION:Vancouver Art Gallery\, 750 Hornby Street\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection,External Event
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SUMMARY:About FSI - North Island
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn about the Family Support Institute of BC\, our model or support and all the wonderful tools we have put together for families over the years. \nJune 1 @ 6:30pm – Nanaimo\nJune 6 @ 6:30pm – Comox Valley\nJune 7 @ 6:30pm – Campbell River and North Island \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  \n*SS
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/about-fsi-north-island/2022-06-01/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220608T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220608T200000
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SUMMARY:WayFinders Series: Circle of Friends/Relationships
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nEveryone has dreams and goals. For people with a disability it can take planning and ingenuity to identify dreams and goals and make them a reality. WayFinders is a free program that is here to help. WayFinders Facilitators support families with person-centred planning and visioning to set the direction toward a full\, inclusive life. Once the direction is set\, supports and resources can be identified. \nJune 8 Session: Everyone needs relationships with other people to have a full\, healthy life. For people with disabilities in particular\, developing and maintaining relationships with people other than family members and paid caregivers can be extra challenging. Join us for an informative and interactive session where we will explore proven methods for expanding the circle of people in your loved one’s lives.   \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\n  SESSION SCHEDULE • Mar 2 – All about WayFinders. Meet the WayFinders • Mar 16 – WayFinders Compass • Mar 30 – If I had a Hammer – Tools for Person Centered Planning • April 13 – School/IEP • April 27 – Mind your IEPs and Qs! • May 11 – Post secondary Education Panel • May 25 – Get to Work with Annette Burrows • June 8 – Circle of Friends/Relationships • June 22 – PLAN for the Future!   \nMeet your WayFinders:   \nShelley Nessman | Fraser Valley Chapter Shelley Nessman has been working in the Social Justice field for over forty years with a particular interest in person centered work and planning. She is a Resource Family Member with Family Support Institute and makes her home in Steveston where she lives with her daughter\, son-in- law and two ginger cats.   \n  \nRachel Goddyn | Burnaby Chapter Rachel has been volunteering and working in the Community Living movement since her son\, Leslie\, was diagnosed with a rare disability. Leslie\, now 39\, has a life filled with meaningful activities and relationships. Rachel shares part of Leslie’s story…..”At a recent celebration\, Leslie sat with two of his friends from high school. As I watched them enjoying each others company\, I reflected on how much they have learned in the 19 years since Leslie graduated. They are\, all three\, much more mature and capable. All young people develop through out their twenties\, but for individuals with disabilities\, this development can be extraordinary. The transition to adulthood is often the start of a period of tremendous learning.” Rachel aspires to help families and individuals who are in the midst of this transition overcome obstacles and find their way to a meaningful life.   \n  \nRachel Skidmore | Victoria Chapter Rachel Skidmore is a mother of two teen girls\, one of whom has neuro and physical diversity. Rachel has a passion for inclusion and believes strongly that employment and community are crucial in ensuring people with Diversity are included in society.  So much so that employment goals have been a part of her daughters IEP’s since kindergarten. Everyone has a gift to share with people\, something they can receive monetary gain with\, even if it is just a few hours a week. \n  \n \nGord Robertson | Prince George Chapter Gord lives in Prince George with his wife Terry and adult daughter Bree-Anna\, who lives with multiple disabilities. Gord has been a resource parent with the FSI since 2004\, and has spent countless hours helping families navigate their way through many different disability related topics and issues. He and Terry\, together with Bree and her extended family\, first developed a vision for Bree’s life when she was 2 1/2\, and have worked to continually evolve that vision to change with her as her needs\, wants\, and desires changed over her 33 years\, allowing her to lead a great life\, rich in relationships\, experiences and contribution. Through his connections with FSI\, Vela Microboard Association\, and Community Living BC as the chair of the North Region Community Council\, Gord is well informed about the world of adults living with disabilities in BC.\n \n \n \nBen Postmus | Kootenays Chapter\n\nI have been a Resource Parent with Family Support Institute for 28 years. Married to Debbie for 37 years and have 4 children. Jacob – 33 \, Kayleigh 31\, Adam 30\, Arie 28. We have been living in “ Holland” since 1988 when Kayleigh was born and would not change a thing. Holland is a beautiful place. Kayleigh has multiple challenges\, Global Developmental delay\, diagnosed with Autism at 18. Seizures\, OCD\, Behavioral challenges. Son Arie was born with Lamellar Ichthyosis\, a genetic skin disorder. Today Arie is carving out his own path in the world . I Have been in the role as a Regional Network Coordinator since Fall of 2018. Thoroughly enjoying connecting\, supporting\, listening to families all through the East and West Kootenays. “You must be the change you wish to see” resonates with me everyday! I look forward to connecting with folks in the Kootenays region and share all that Wayfinders has to offer ! Meaningful Employment for our daughter has been our path for many years and we have not steered away from that path. I feel very well connected in the Kootenays to assist families with own journey.\n \n\n    Family 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. 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/ All 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*RS \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/wayfinders-series-2022-06-08/
LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/wayfinders-series-2022-06-08/
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220610T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220610T123000
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SUMMARY:Preparing for Life as an Independent Adult
DESCRIPTION:A Collaborative Zoom Meeting on Preparing for Life as an Independent Adult \n\nKrystal Hussey\, Support Link Program Coordinator\, Aunt Leah’s Place\, will share their programs & experience preparing youth as they “age out” from MCFD foster care:\n\n“For 30 years\, Aunt Leah’s Place has been helping kids in foster care and young mothers by providing guidance\, supported housing\, job training and coaching on essential life skills…Support at this critical time can help these young people realize their potential while becoming resilient\, independent adults.” \n\nMarie & Mark Griggs will share about how they have prepared their daughter for adult living.\nAaron Michael will join us by video to talk about moving away from family to live & work in Victoria.\nAlexander Magnussen\, who currently works for Milieu Family Services\, will speak about his evolution from living in highly supported group homes to independent living\, with his wife & son.\n\nThis is a free event but registration is required. \n  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/preparing-for-life-as-an-independent-adult/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection,External Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220612T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220612T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T102256
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SUMMARY:Youth Leadership Workshop Series
DESCRIPTION:Indigenous Perspectives Society: Centre of Excellence in Community Education (IPS) is thrilled to announce a new free online leadership workshop series especially for Indigenous youth in and from care.  \nWe believe that much of the cultural resurgence and reconciliation work in the coming years will happen through the cultivated leadership of our youth. Indigenous youth in and from care share unique experiences and have very valuable perspectives to share. This is a chance to learn alongside and support each other in a safe space.   \nIndigenous Youth\, between the ages 14 to 28\, we are inviting YOU to register for this series of three amazing workshops plus voluntary peer mentorship to gain: \n\nConnection with other Indigenous youth and IPS youth circle members \nCommunity leadership skills\nResume building and professional development skills\n\nOnce the three workshops are complete\, participants will receive: \n\nA Certificate of Community Leadership\n$50 Honorarium upon completion\n\n  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\n  \nWorkshops Listing and Dates   \nConflict Transformation: June 12th\, 9am – 12pm \nUnderstanding and Healing Lateral Violence: July 9th\, 9am – 4pm; July 10th\, 9am – 12pm \nAll My Relations: Supporting Two Spirit and Indigenous LGBTQ* Youth: August 7th\, 9am – 4pm \n*Peer Mentorship support circles online with IPS’s Youth Circle: multiple dates to be determined.  \n**Can’t Make a training Date? These Workshops will be recorded for you to access as needed.
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/youth-leadership-workshop-series/2022-06-12/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:External Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220614T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220614T133000
DTSTAMP:20260513T102256
CREATED:20220609T211854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220609T211935Z
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SUMMARY:Representation Agreement Basics - the RA7
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nGet an overview of Representation Agreements – created out of a grass-roots law reform.  \nLearn new ideas about capability\, supporting self-determination\, and the continuum of decision making. Intro to the Nidus Registry and benefits. What do Representation Agreements mean for policy makers\, service providers\, people with developmental disabilities\, families? \n  \nREGISTER FOR JUNE 14 12:00pm SESSION HERE\nREGISTER FOR JUNE 16 7:00pm SESSION HERE
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/representation-agreement-basics-the-ra7/2022-06-14/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:External Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220622T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220622T200000
DTSTAMP:20260513T102256
CREATED:20220203T182824Z
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SUMMARY:WayFinders Series: PLAN for the Future
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nEveryone has dreams and goals. For people with a disability it can take planning and ingenuity to identify dreams and goals and make them a reality. WayFinders is a free program that is here to help. WayFinders Facilitators support families with person-centred planning and visioning to set the direction toward a full\, inclusive life. Once the direction is set\, supports and resources can be identified. \nJune 22 Session: Planned Lifetime Advocacy Networks(PLAN) was created over 30 years ago by families who were worried about the future of their loved ones with a disability. The goal was to support families to go from feeling unprepared to having Peace of Mind for loved ones who are vulnerable. Since that time PLAN has been key in the development of things like Representation Agreements and the Registered Disability Savings PLAN. Join us tonight to learn about PLAN and take part in a conversation about things to consider for your loved one’s future.   \n  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\n  \n  SESSION SCHEDULE • Mar 2 – All about WayFinders. Meet the WayFinders • Mar 16 – WayFinders Compass • Mar 30 – If I had a Hammer – Tools for Person Centered Planning • April 13 – School/IEP • April 27 – Mind your IEPs and Qs! • May 11 – Post secondary Education Panel• May 25 – Get to Work with Annette Burrows • June 8 – Circle of Friends/Relationships • June 22 – PLAN for the Future!   \n  \nMeet your WayFinders:  \nShelley Nessman | Fraser Valley Chapter Shelley Nessman has been working in the Social Justice field for over forty years with a particular interest in person centered work and planning. She is a Resource Family Member with Family Support Institute and makes her home in Steveston where she lives with her daughter\, son-in- law and two ginger cats.   \n  \nRachel Goddyn | Burnaby Chapter Rachel has been volunteering and working in the Community Living movement since her son\, Leslie\, was diagnosed with a rare disability. Leslie\, now 39\, has a life filled with meaningful activities and relationships. Rachel shares part of Leslie’s story…..”At a recent celebration\, Leslie sat with two of his friends from high school. As I watched them enjoying each others company\, I reflected on how much they have learned in the 19 years since Leslie graduated. They are\, all three\, much more mature and capable. All young people develop through out their twenties\, but for individuals with disabilities\, this development can be extraordinary. The transition to adulthood is often the start of a period of tremendous learning.” Rachel aspires to help families and individuals who are in the midst of this transition overcome obstacles and find their way to a meaningful life.   \n  \nRachel Skidmore | Victoria Chapter Rachel Skidmore is a mother of two teen girls\, one of whom has neuro and physical diversity. Rachel has a passion for inclusion and believes strongly that employment and community are crucial in ensuring people with Diversity are included in society.  So much so that employment goals have been a part of her daughters IEP’s since kindergarten. Everyone has a gift to share with people\, something they can receive monetary gain with\, even if it is just a few hours a week. \n \n \nGord Robertson | Prince George Chapter Gord lives in Prince George with his wife Terry and adult daughter Bree-Anna\, who lives with multiple disabilities. Gord has been a resource parent with the FSI since 2004\, and has spent countless hours helping families navigate their way through many different disability related topics and issues. He and Terry\, together with Bree and her extended family\, first developed a vision for Bree’s life when she was 2 1/2\, and have worked to continually evolve that vision to change with her as her needs\, wants\, and desires changed over her 33 years\, allowing her to lead a great life\, rich in relationships\, experiences and contribution. Through his connections with FSI\, Vela Microboard Association\, and Community Living BC as the chair of the North Region Community Council\, Gord is well informed about the world of adults living with disabilities in BC.\n \n \n \nBen Postmus | Kootenays Chapter\n\nI have been a Resource Parent with Family Support Institute for 28 years. Married to Debbie for 37 years and have 4 children. Jacob – 33 \, Kayleigh 31\, Adam 30\, Arie 28. We have been living in “ Holland” since 1988 when Kayleigh was born and would not change a thing. Holland is a beautiful place. Kayleigh has multiple challenges\, Global Developmental delay\, diagnosed with Autism at 18. Seizures\, OCD\, Behavioral challenges. Son Arie was born with Lamellar Ichthyosis\, a genetic skin disorder. Today Arie is carving out his own path in the world . I Have been in the role as a Regional Network Coordinator since Fall of 2018. Thoroughly enjoying connecting\, supporting\, listening to families all through the East and West Kootenays. “You must be the change you wish to see” resonates with me everyday! I look forward to connecting with folks in the Kootenays region and share all that Wayfinders has to offer ! Meaningful Employment for our daughter has been our path for many years and we have not steered away from that path. I feel very well connected in the Kootenays to assist families with own journey.\n\n \n    Family 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. FSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY \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/ All 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*RS \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/wayfinders-series-2022-06-22/
LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/wayfinders-series-2022-06-22/
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220622T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220622T200000
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SUMMARY:Find a Mentor\, Be a Mentor
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nPeer Support. Community. Resources. \nThere’s an entire community of people out there to connect with and share your experiences with! \n“It is nice to just sit with people who get it” \nFSIBC Volunteer Resource Parent Daniel Allen \nThe family Support Institute of BC (FSIBC) is the only grassroots peer-to-peer disability organization/community for families and guardians of children with disabilities in BC. FSI has been bringing this community together in welcoming and unique ways since 1985 – be mentored by families you can trust. Join a community like no other! \nA few of the perks to becoming a volunteer.\n• Get Informed and Inspired\n• Share your resilience with others\n• Access FSI’s curated selection of trusted resources created by the lived experience of families for families\n• Attend community events\n• Join and co-host online support groups\n• Belonging\n• Be trained to facilitate FSIBC workshops\n• Celebrate Meet our awesome Resource Parents. \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 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  \n*FSI
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/find-a-mentor-be-a-mentor/2022-06-22/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220627T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220627T113000
DTSTAMP:20260513T102256
CREATED:20220601T193506Z
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SUMMARY:Short-Changed: Ensuring Federal Benefits Paid to the Province Reach Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Short-Changed: Ensuring Federal Benefits Paid to the Province Reach Caregivers of Children with Disabilities \nIn a report released May 31st\, the Ombudsperson finds the Ministry of Children and Family Development acted unjustly when it failed to pass on federal disability benefits to grandparents caring for their granddaughter\, an Indigenous girl living with mental and physical challenges. \nThe report\, Short-Changed\, details the case of “The Taylors” who are grandparents caring for their granddaughter “Jesse”. The Taylors complained to the Ombudsperson after they did not receive the federal Child Disability Benefit despite being eligible. The Taylor’s caregiving arrangements meant that the Child Disability Benefit went into general provincial revenues rather than to the Taylors because\, under federal legislation\, the province was supporting the Taylors financially\, even though the provincial funding the family was receiving was unrelated to Jesse’s disability. The Ombudsperson’s investigation found that it was unjust that the Ministry of Children and Family Development – which knew of this problem – had failed to find a way to pass the federal disability benefits through to the Taylors. The Taylors were eligible for over $7\,000 since 2019. \nOn Monday\, June 27th at 10:30am\, the Ombudsperson and investigative staff will be holding a one-hour presentation highlighting key findings and recommendations from this report. They will also share information about the kinds of complaints the Ombudsperson can investigate related to the administration of financial benefits. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\n  \nThe BC Ombudsperson is an oversight office that has a statutory mandate to receive and investigate complaints from the public when they feel they have been treated unfairly. The office also investigates allegations of wrongdoing in the workplace from current and former public service employees and works proactively by providing training and consultation services to support fairness in the public sector.
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/short-changed-ensuring-federal-benefits-paid-to-the-province-reach-caregivers/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:External Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220627T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220627T203000
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SUMMARY:Journey Through Grief
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nParents\, grandparents\, and caregivers of a child or family member with a disability who journey through aspects of grief are invited to come together in a safe space for connection\, understanding\, inspiration\, capacity building\, and non-judgmental support. Whether your experience is a new diagnosis\, life stage\, or loss\, we welcome you to join the conversation circle. We are inclusive of diverse perspectives and belief systems. \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/ \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/journey-through-grief-2022-06-27/2022-06-27/
LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/journey-through-grief-2022-06-27/2022-06-27/
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220629T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220629T203000
DTSTAMP:20260513T102256
CREATED:20220607T210814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220607T210814Z
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SUMMARY:Cerebral Palsy Association of BC | Parent Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Learn and share experiences through different topic driven zoom gatherings.  \nCLICK TO REGISTER
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/cerebral-palsy-association-of-bc-parent-support-group/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:External Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220706T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220706T200000
DTSTAMP:20260513T102256
CREATED:20211108T185616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220804T162611Z
UID:24461-1657132200-1657137600@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Gender Marvelous: Parenting LGBTQ+ Children and Youth
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nA place for families can share their own experiences\, ask questions\, and get guidance as we support our children and youth. Come join the conversation. Learn what all the acronyms mean! Find support and strength and network with other families on this journey. \n  \nCLICK 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 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/gender-marvelous-parenting-lgbtq-children-and-youth/2022-07-06/
LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/gender-marvelous-parenting-lgbtq-children-and-youth/2022-07-06/
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220711T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220711T090000
DTSTAMP:20260513T102256
CREATED:20220330T213826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220330T220204Z
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SUMMARY:Summer DAY CAMP: Reading\, Arts & Picnics: Cloverdale
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nReading\, Arts & Picnics! (Ages 8-14) \nThis day camp is designed for those who prefer a quieter slower pace! \nEach day\, two staff meet up to 8 participants on location for their chosen activity. Participants bring their own lunch to enjoy at the picnic\, and will choose between various staff lead individual projects such as art\, crafts and reading or to interact through games\, slower paced summer activities\, riddles and other social challenges together.\nConsistent with this gentle pace\, these camps highlight group dynamics\, creativity and emotional engagement through fun activities with like-minded peers! \nGroup runs daily for one week from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. \nOur Summer Day Camps have qualified trained staff well versed in supporting children and youth with Autism and Diverse Abilities. While each “Day Camp” style group is themed\, each group incorporates social skill development and friendship building while inspiring a Growth Mindset and increased self-awareness / self-responsibility in a safe\, respectful\, fun peer environment. \nPayments for above groups can be made privately or by applying AFB funding \nDrop off location for all Day Camps above will be:\n17564 56a Ave\, Cloverdale\, BC \nRegister Here!
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/summer-day-camp-reading-arts-picnics-cloverdale/2022-07-11/
LOCATION:Pivot Point Family Growth Centre Inc.\, 17564 56a Ave\, Cloverdale\, British Columbia
CATEGORIES:External Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pivot Point Family Gowth Centre Inc.":MAILTO:marketing@pivotpoint.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220711T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220711T150000
DTSTAMP:20260513T102256
CREATED:20220414T211439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220414T211439Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Day Camp: Eco Adventure! - Kamloops
DESCRIPTION:Eco Adventures Day Camp offers a fun outdoor pursuit each day of the week! \nParticipants ages 8 to 14 will explore different locations and activities throughout their community in our small-group social skill building process. Each day\, two staff meet the group of 6 to 8 participants at the location for that day’s adventure. They plan out the activity together\, embark\, break for snacks\, continue/return to the pick up site. Whether hiking\, adventure/challenge gaming\, or exploring… each day will increase their mindfulness in nature\, as well as their social skills\, while exploring parks\, beaches\, streams\, hikes\, geo-caching and other challenging activities that deepen their love of the outdoors! \nGroup runs daily for one week from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm the weeks of:\n\nJuly 11 – 15\, 2022\nJuly 18 – 22\, 2022 \nOur Summer Day Camps have qualified trained staff well versed in supporting children and youth with Autism and Diverse Abilities. While each “Day Camp” style group is themed\, each group incorporates social skill development and friendship building while inspiring a Growth Mindset and increased self-awareness / self-responsibility in a safe\, respectful\, fun peer environment. \nDrop off location for Eco Adventure Camp will be:\nMcArthur Island Park\, 1655 Island Pkwy\, Kamloops\, BC \nPayments for above groups can be made privately or by applying AFB funding \nRegister Here!
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/summer-day-camp-eco-adventure-kamloops/2022-07-11/
LOCATION:McArthur Island Park\, 1655 Island Parkway\, Kamloops\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:External Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pivot Point Family Gowth Centre Inc.":MAILTO:marketing@pivotpoint.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220713T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220713T140000
DTSTAMP:20260513T102256
CREATED:20220622T174950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220712T171815Z
UID:29330-1657713600-1657720800@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Currents | Connecting families from Tofino to Sechelt and Port Hardy to Port Alberni
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nFamilies living on the Sunshine Coast and North Vancouver Island are invited to attend a series of FREE virtual sessions. Learn ways to strengthen your advocacy and access resources to help build a good life for your loved one with a disability. Join other families in sharing knowledge and developing community support. \n\nCost: FREE (Scholarship for childcare available\, see details at the bottom of registration.)\nWhen: 9 sessions between July 7 – 27 \, 2022\nWhere: Virtual Zoom sessions \nWho: Families living on the Sunshine Coast and North Vancouver Island who support a loved one with an intellectual or developmental disability.\nEvent Contact: info@inclusionbc.org or call 604-777-9100\nRegistration: you will be registering for all 9 sessions; this is a series that is meant to be taken together. We understand families are busy so if there are times you cannot attend\, just attend the ones you can. After you register you will receive a confirmation email with the Zoom link for all sessions. Scholarships are available. \n\nSESSION DETAILS HERE \n  \nCLICK TO REGISTER\n 
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/currents-connecting-families-from-tofino-to-sechelt-and-port-hardy-to-port-alberni/2022-07-13/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:External Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220714T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220714T123000
DTSTAMP:20260513T102256
CREATED:20220627T174455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220627T175229Z
UID:29513-1657794600-1657801800@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:In the Garden with Hives for Humanity | In Person
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nJoin Hives for Humanity to learn from Gitxsan Plant Teacher Leona Brown all about Fireweed Bloom flowers. \nWe will be there with the plants and bees – spring weeding\, transplanting and dreaming up plans for the fall planting season. This would be a great time to learn about the Il Centro garden project\, and ways to be part of this beautiful community gardening space in the future. Come dig in the dirt with us! \nWhat to Bring: Bring your curiosity\, and any gardening tools you may have! Available seating only in the form of fallen Willow trunks so if folks need proper chairs it would be great if they could bring their own for now. \nThe garden is behind the basketball court at the farthest parking lot which is gravel. The entrance to this lot has a lot of bumpy pot holes The area is grassy and lightly sloped. There is no paved areas in the garden. \nBeing mindful of honeybees – we have hives in a fenced in area right in the gardens. It is allergy season – lots of pollen! \n  \nCLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION\n  \nHosted by Hives4Humanity
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/in-the-garden-with-hives-for-humanity-in-person/
LOCATION:Italian Cultural Center – Il Centro Garden\, 3075 Slocan St\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220718T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220718T150000
DTSTAMP:20260513T102256
CREATED:20220330T221343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220330T221538Z
UID:26971-1658134800-1658156400@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Summer Day Camp: Gamers & Actors Unite! -  Cloverdale
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nGamers and Actors Unite! (Ages 8-14) \nThe Gamers & Actors Day-Camp is all about imagination! \nEach day we integrate themes from Dungeons and Dragons\, Minecraft and other age appropriate adventure series into real life activities\, where participants develop a story and act out the plot\, or play out their choices on a game board. This camp uses improv (theater sports)\, role playing\, and small group presentation opportunities to inspire self confidence\, creative self expression\, group problem solving and peer group development. \nGroup runs daily for one week from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. \nOur Summer Day Camps have qualified trained staff well versed in supporting children and youth with Autism and Diverse Abilities. While each “Day Camp” style group is themed\, each group incorporates social skill development and friendship building while inspiring a Growth Mindset and increased self-awareness / self-responsibility in a safe\, respectful\, fun peer environment. \nPayments for above groups can be made privately or by applying AFB funding \nDrop off location for all Day Camps above will be:\n17564 56a Ave\, Cloverdale\, BC \nRegister Here!
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/summer-day-camp-gamers-actors-unite-cloverdale/2022-07-18/
LOCATION:Pivot Point Family Growth Centre Inc.\, 17564 56a Ave\, Cloverdale\, British Columbia
CATEGORIES:External Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220720T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220720T170000
DTSTAMP:20260513T102256
CREATED:20220627T170254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220627T170254Z
UID:29356-1658304000-1658336400@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:ROBOTICS SUMMER CAMP 2022 - Registration Deadline Today
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nDifferent Minds Academy is embarking on an exciting new adventure: Robotics Summer Camp! \nOrganized by Different Minds Academy\, University of Victoria\, Canada \nSummer camp is conducted and organized by Shruthi (Su)\, Prof. Jim Tanaka\, Bernice Addison and team. Shruthi is a Robotics and STEM Educator with a PhD in Robotics and several years of teaching experience spanning schools and universities. \nDates: August 6\, 13 and 20 | Saturdays; 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM\nAge group: 6+ (FOR KIDS OF ALL AGES AND ABILITIES) \nAbout: The Robotics Summer Camp’s three day session aims to provide an introduction for the kids to the world of robotics\, mechanics\, electronics and coding. There will be dedicated mentoring during these sessions to help the kids to understand better. \nRegistration Deadline: July 20th\, 2022 \nCamp cost: $50 per registration. For fee waiver options\, please contact the organizers​ \n  \nCLICK TO REGISTER\n  \nSome Extra Notes:  \n\nOne BBC Microbit kit will be provided per registration.\nThe camp is beginner level\, so no prior knowledge of robotics\, mechanics\, electronics or coding is required. Everything will be taught from scratch\nThe camp will take place virtually over Zoom\nRobotics Summer Camp is organized by Different Minds Academy\, University of Victoria\, Canada and conducted by Dr. Shruthi (Su)\, Prof. Jim Tanaka\, Bernice Addison and the DMA team\nQuestions? Contact us through the Eventbrite Registration page or email dm_academy@uvic.ca\n\n— \nMore about DMA \nOur camps are matched with university mentors trained in autism and neurodiversity. Having grown from over a decade of science workshops for the neurodiversity community\, DMA creates and provides virtual learning and meaningful social experiences for children of all abilities. \nThe Academy comes under the umbrella of the Different Minds Institute\, formerly known as the Centre for Autism Recreation\, Technology and Education (CARTE)\, led by Prof. Jim Tanaka\, Professor in the Cognition and Brain Sciences Program in the Psychology Department at the University of Victoria. \nDMA is made possible by ongoing support from the Ames Family Foundation.
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/robotics-summer-camp-2022-registration-deadline-today/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:External Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220720T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220720T140000
DTSTAMP:20260513T102256
CREATED:20220629T223259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220629T223259Z
UID:29722-1658322000-1658325600@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:About FSI
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nJoin us to learn about the Family Support Institute of BC\, our model or support and all the wonderful tools we have put together for families over the 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 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  \n*FSI
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/about-fsi/2022-07-20/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220721T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220721T180000
DTSTAMP:20260513T102256
CREATED:20220718T162104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220718T162104Z
UID:30245-1658419200-1658426400@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Disability in Theatre
DESCRIPTION:Disabled 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. \n  \nThe next group is Thursday\,  July 21st “Disability in Theatre” with Emily Grace Brook. \n  \nWhen: July 21st \, 4:00PM – 6:00PM PDT on Zoom \n  \nASL Interpretation is provided! \n  \nPlease Email L.Stinson@nsdrc.org or call 604-985-5371 to register and for the Zoom login information  \n  \nEmily Grace Brook’s Bio:  \nEmily Grace Brook is a Writer/Actor/Producer\, who trained at The Vancouver Film School’s Writing for Film and Television program. She works with Real Wheels Theatre and Alley Theatre. She has written works such as Work Bites (2013) and The Specials (2015). She made her theatre debut as “Jess” in the 2019 Real Wheels production of\, “Act of Faith”. Currently\, Emily is working on the “22% Podcast\,” a disabled-themed podcast produced by Real Wheels. 
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/disability-in-theatre/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220726T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220726T173000
DTSTAMP:20260513T102256
CREATED:20220726T201010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220831T185544Z
UID:30306-1658853000-1658856600@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Curiko Cabaret
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nJoin us for a fun-filled variety show by sharing a poem\, story\, song\, dance or other creative expression in our Cabaret! \nYou’re invited to share a short performance (like a poem\, story\, song\, dance\, puppetry) or you can do a “show & tell” to share something special from your life. (You can also enjoy other people’s playful offerings!) \nBring whatever you need for your show & tell OR for your short performance. examples: music track\, poem\, story\, costume\, props\, musical instrument\, images or something you’ve made. \n  \nJOIN THE EXPERIENCE
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/curiko-cabaret/2022-07-26/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220728T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220728T110000
DTSTAMP:20260513T102256
CREATED:20220726T203343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220726T203343Z
UID:30382-1659002400-1659006000@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Curiko Open House! (On-going & In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nJoin us IN-PERSON at the Curiko Studio the last Thursday of each month where we will host some mini-experiences for you to explore! \nAre you part of an organization and want to learn more about Curiko? Are you someone looking to make more connections and be part of an amazing community? Are you bored and want to try new things? This is for you! Get a Curiko Welcome and discover and explore what experiences are\, the different types of experiences and meet some of our team! \nIn-person at the Curiko Studio at 4924 Imperial St\, Burnaby BC
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/curiko-open-house-on-going-in-person/2022-07-28/
LOCATION:Curiko Studios\, 4924 Imperial Street\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220812T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220812T173000
DTSTAMP:20260513T102256
CREATED:20220627T175747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220627T175747Z
UID:29550-1660321800-1660325400@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Murals Without Walls: Artists Talk About House Paint and Creativity
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nSpend an evening with the artists and community members behind year two of Murals Without Walls. \nHear about the artists’ process creating murals for Vancouver streets. Featuring artists Althea Adams\, Keimi Nakashima-Ochoa\, Rose Poon and Margaux Wosk; event facilitated by Jenna Reid\, Artistic Director\, Kickstart Disability Arts & Culture. Program Partners: Kickstart Disability Arts & Culture Curiko Vancouver Mural Festival posAbilities BACI Funding and material support: City of Vancouver\, Cultural Services OPUS Art Supplies Windsor Plywood Project Facilitator: Wendy Oberlander Workshop Facilitator: Kay Slater \n  \nCLICK HERE TO JOIN THE EXPERIENCE
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/murals-without-walls-artists-talk-about-house-paint-and-creativity/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220817T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220817T140000
DTSTAMP:20260513T102256
CREATED:20220629T191546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220629T222122Z
UID:29666-1660741200-1660744800@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Becoming an FSI Volunteer
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nAre you a parent\, guardian\, or family member of an individual with a disability? Do you find yourself supporting others in community by sharing your experiences\, skills\, and knowledge? Would you like be connected to a larger provincial network of people such as yourself? FSI volunteers are the heart and soul of Family Support Institute and help others by:\n• Providing non-judgmental emotional support\n• Sharing expertise and experiences\n• Helping families research and access resources\n• Assisting families to navigate systems\n• Supporting families to become informed and empowered \nIf this role sounds like something you would like to learn more about please join this information session. \nWe welcome all individuals regardless of background\, orientation or ethnicity. \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 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  \n*FSI
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/find-a-mentor-be-a-mentor-2/2022-08-17/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220820T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220820T140000
DTSTAMP:20260513T102256
CREATED:20220720T211323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220720T211323Z
UID:30255-1660996800-1661004000@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Victoria Picnic in the Park
DESCRIPTION:Please join the BC Epilepsy Society on Saturday August 20th\, 2022 from 12 PM to 2 PM PST for our Victoria Picnic in the Park free event where there will be food\, games\, prizes and more! Please see below for event details: \n\nDate: Saturday August 20th\, 2022\nTime: 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM PST\nLocation: Cadboro-Gyro Park\nAddress: Sinclair Rd\, Victoria\, BC V8N 6B4\n\nTickets to the event are free\, but you must register through Eventbrite and spaces are limited\, so please register ASAP! You can register here. \nAll food items will be prepackaged and single serving so we are as COVID-safe as possible. \nWe will have picnic table seating but you are welcome to bring your own picnic blankets and chairs as seating may be limited. \nWe hope to see you at this fun\, free family event!
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/victoria-picnic-in-the-park/
LOCATION:Cadboro-Gyro Park\, Sinclair Rd\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8N 6B4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:External Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220822T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220826T150000
DTSTAMP:20260513T102256
CREATED:20220214T172649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220214T172805Z
UID:25772-1661158800-1661526000@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Gamers & Actors Unite! - South Fraser
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nCloverdale Summer Day Camp: 17564 56a Ave\, Cloverdale\, BC \nThe Gamers & Actors Day-Camp is all about imagination! (Ages 8-14) \nEach day we integrate themes from Dungeons and Dragons\, Minecraft and other age appropriate adventure series into real life activities\, where participants develop a story and act out the plot\, or play out their choices on a game board. This camp uses improv (theater sports)\, role playing\, and small group presentation opportunities to inspire self confidence\, creative self expression\, group problem solving and peer group development. \nGroup runs daily for one week from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. \nWhile each “Day Camp” style group is themed\, each group incorporates social skill development and friendship building while inspiring a Growth Mindset and increased self-awareness / self-responsibility in a safe\, respectful\, fun peer environment. \nAFB Funding can be Applied. \nRegister Your Child Today!
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/gamers-actors-unite-south-fraser/
LOCATION:Pivot Point Family Growth Centre Inc.\, 17564 56a Ave\, Cloverdale\, British Columbia
CATEGORIES:External Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pivot Point Family Gowth Centre Inc.":MAILTO:marketing@pivotpoint.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220828T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220828T130000
DTSTAMP:20260513T102256
CREATED:20220818T170348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220818T170348Z
UID:30864-1661688000-1661691600@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Community Unity National Dance Party
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nJoin the Disability Without Poverty community for a dance party that will be live-streamed across the nation so that family and friends in other regions\, provinces and territories can dance along with you! \nLed and assisted by dancers from the National accessArts Centre (NaAC) we welcome local participants of all abilities and disabilities to come to this exciting\, energizing\, fun-filled event. \nAttend in-person in Calgary\, Alberta or virtually from anywhere! \nLink to the virtual registration page: http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07ejbsh4ec2ca424f0&llr=vixzxh7ab \nLink to the in-person registration page: http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07ejbjgtkd98370259&llr=vixzxh7ab \n  \nRegister because: Our registration is free and supports the amazing work being done by DWP by raising awareness of our grassroots organization. DWP is a movement led by people with disabilities supported by our families\, friends\, service providers\, allies and organizations. We want people with disabilities to be prosperous\, realize our power\, pursue our passions and participate in every aspect of society.
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/community-unity-national-dance-party/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220910T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220910T150000
DTSTAMP:20260513T102256
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220603T190627Z
UID:29116-1662807600-1662822000@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:One Day Community Picnic
DESCRIPTION:One Day is a family & community event that takes place each September as Victoria’s “Kick Off to Community Living Month.” \nOne Day is a community event organized by community organizations that work with children\, youth and adults with intellectual disabilities. The purpose of One Day is to celebrate the diversity in our community through the planning of a free\, family-oriented celebration of everyone – for everyone – in our community. Our planning committee works hard to encourage the community at large to attend in the hope that through celebrating our similarities\, we can break down the barriers that often result in social isolation for some. One Day provides free musical entertainment\, BBQ lunch and refreshments\, organized games and activities that anyone can participate in\, FREE children’s activities\, bouncies\, face painting\, prizes and special guests. We also provide a Village Market where crafts people and artists\, some of whom have a disability\, can sell their wares. In 2015\, 1\,000 community members attended One Day. \n  \nThis 11th One Day will look a little bit different than past events due to changes being implemented that support COVID-19 health and safety for everyone\, but attendees can expect our usual stage packed full of performers and music\, special guests\, children’s activities\, community\, and fun! \n  \nFor more information on this event click here\n  \ninfo@beconsupport.ca
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/one-day-community-picnic/
LOCATION:Topaz Park\, Topaz Avenue & Finlayson Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:External Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220912T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220912T203000
DTSTAMP:20260513T102256
CREATED:20211004T184947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220711T193924Z
UID:29285-1663009200-1663014600@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Newly Diagnosed Autism
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nAre you a parent of a child with a recent autism diagnosis? Are you feeling overwhelmed with the information sent your way or have a hard time dealing with your emotions? Do you have questions for parents who have walked the path ahead of you or would like to meet with some who are new on this journey like yourself? At FSI we would like to bring parents in this unique situation together for support\, empathy\, understanding\, and some workable strategies. This will be a safe and a confidential space for the families on a similar journey. Join us on this family hangout where we can meet every third Monday of the month. \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/newly-diagnosed-autism-2022-09-19/
LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/newly-diagnosed-autism-2022-09-19/
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220914T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220914T113000
DTSTAMP:20260513T102256
CREATED:20220311T185837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220912T172619Z
UID:26464-1663151400-1663155000@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:CRA Webinars
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nCanada Revenue Agency is pleased to continue to host live monthly webinars on MS Teams. There is no registration required for our MS Teams presentations\, you will just click the link in the attached calendar. MS Teams has built in closed captioning. To turn on this feature click on the 3 dots “…” beside reactions in the top menu bar and select “Turn on live captions”\, the captions will show up along the bottom of your screen. \n  \nSEPTEMBER 14 | CRA Benefits & Credits for Persons with Disabilities  \nCLICK TO JOIN\n  \n  \nSEPT 15 | 1:30 pm – 2:30pm BENEFITS AND CREDITS FOR FAMILY CAREGIVERS As a caregiver for an individual with a physical or mental impairment there may be benefits and tax credits available to you! Join our webinar to obtain more information about the following topics. Canada Recovery Caregiving Benefit (CRCB)\, Canada Caregiver Credit\, Medical Expenses\, Slam the scam. \nCLICK TO JOIN\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/cra-webinars/2022-09-14/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection,External Event
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