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SUMMARY:Waitlists - Assessments or Services
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nIs your child getting assessed for autism or are you on a wait list for the services? What are some of the issues that are bothering you the most? Excessive crying or meltdowns? Sleep or feeding issues? Lack of speech? Inattentiveness? Would you like to have some suggestions that can make a difference\, by the parents that have walked the path ahead of you and meet with some parents who are new on this journey like yourself? Join us on this monthly zoom. \nAt 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 confidential space for the families on a similar journey as we are better together. \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/waitlists-assessments-or-services/2021-11-01/
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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SUMMARY:City of Vancouver's Accessibility Strategy
DESCRIPTION:If you live in Vancouver and identify as a youth or young adult between the ages of 16 – 24 living with a disability\, the City is interested to hear from you! \nWhat would help you to participate and feel included in your community? \nJoin us for a conversation and help inform the creation of the City’s Accessibility Strategy.\nAccessibility means being able to reach\, understand\, contribute to and use the places\, information and services in our City.\nWe want to hear the diverse voices and experiences of persons living with a disability\, their families\, their caregivers and those who provide services.\nThis strategy will help to create a liveable\, equitable and inclusive City for all. \nWhat to Expect\n– Each session is 2 hours\n– Each session will include 10-12participants\n– The conversation will be 1.5 hours in length\n– ASL and Close Captioning areprovided for each session\n– Sessions will be recorded\n– There will be a facilitator and a note-taker \nEmail karen.lai@vancouver.ca to register
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/city-of-vancouvers-accessibility-strategy/
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection,External Event
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LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/city-of-vancouvers-accessibility-strategy/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211101T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211101T190000
DTSTAMP:20260614T043530
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SUMMARY:Adult Social Club - Fall Session #2
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nDue to high demand of our Social Clubs\, you may only register for one day a week. \nChoose Monday OR Wednesday. \nMondays: Nov 1\, 8\, 15\, 22\, 29 & Dec 6 \nWednesdays: Nov 3\, 10\, 17\, 24 & Dec 1\, 8 \nAges 19-49 \nCost $60 \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/adult-social-club-fall-session-2/2021-11-01/
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/adult-social-club-fall-session-2/2021-11-01/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211101T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211101T203000
DTSTAMP:20260614T043530
CREATED:20211019T171811Z
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SUMMARY:FASD Series | A Conversation With RCY About the Excluded Report
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nIn April\, the Office of the Representative for Children and Youth of BC released their “Excluded” report. This documented the experiences of children and youth with FASD\, and their families\, in every aspect of their lives. It particularly highlighted the significant exclusion that is felt by children\, youth and families\, and the extreme inequity in the provision of supports and services for them. Foundational to this is a widespread lack of knowledge and understanding about FASD and the support that is needed for children and youth to thrive. Also foundational is the level of bias\, stigma and racism that circulates around FASD. Just as importantly\, the report highlighted the resilience and strength of the children and youth who participated in the project\, their creativity and talent\, and their aspirations to play an important role in their communities and schools. The Report included 11 Recommendations for improvements in services and supports in child welfare\, education and health. You can find the report here. \nAt this session\, the Representative\, Jennifer Charlesworth\, will provide a short summary presentation about the key findings in the report and what the RCYBC is doing to continue to mobilize toward increased awareness and committed support for children\, youth and their families with FASD. The majority of the session will be a chance or informal discussion/conversation about how we can lift up the important concerns raised in the report. Jennifer will be joined by the two Deputy Representatives\, Samantha Cocker and Pippa Rowcliffe. \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*JLA \n 
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/fasd-series-excluded-increasing-understanding-support-and-inclusion-for-children-with-fasd-and-their-families/
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211103T183000
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SUMMARY:Wayfinders Series: Goal Setting & Skill Building
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nNOV 3 & 10: Goal Setting & Skill Building – start working towards making your dream a reality\n*The second meeting for each topic will be an ‘open mike’ session for parents/families/self advocates\, for a personal dive into the topic* \nWant to start building a Community Safety plan?\nWayFinders can help develop a strategy. \nNeed help transitioning from high school to community\, post secondary?\nWayFinders can propose and discuss options with you. \nIs meaningful employment what you want?\nWayFinders discuss building related skills and strategies to land your dream job. \nIs your child’s IEP creating opportunities to prepare them for a fulfilling life?\nWayFinders offer suggestions to make IEP’s best suited for your child’s life plan. \n  \nWayfinders Facilitators helps persons with a disability learn how to dream. \nJoin our series to learn how we help them develop a vision to make their dreams a reality. \n  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR ONE OR BOTH SESSIONS \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*RS
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/wayfinders-series-goal-setting-skill-building/2021-11-03/
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection,FSI Event Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211104T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211104T170000
DTSTAMP:20260614T043530
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SUMMARY:Real Talk: Classic Hangout
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nEverybody has questions about dating\, love\, relationships\, and sex. Things like: \n\nHow do I meet a boyfriend / girlfriend / partner?\nHow do I let my family know that I want to date?\nHow can I make sex safer?\nWhat is consent?\n\nIt’s totally normal. But sometimes it can be hard to know where to get good information. At this event\, we’ll watch some Real Talk videos\, and have a conversation hosted by a Certified Sexual Health Educator. We’ll talk about where to get good information\, who can support us with this stuff\, and how to figure out confusing situations. People are welcome to talk about things\, or to just listen if they don’t want to talk. \nIf you want a family member\, friend\, or staff member to support you to tune in to the Zoom Hangout\, that’s great. They don’t need to register\, they can just show up with you. \nPlease note: The maximum number of attendees at a Real Talk Zoom Hangout is 12. We do this so that everyone has a chance to participate and share ideas if they want to. If you try to register someone and the event is full – don’t worry\, we’ll be running these frequently while Social Distancing is in effect. If you have an event link from signing up one person please DON’T pass it on to others who have not registered. This will keep the event more confidential and more useful for everyone. \n  \nCLICK HERE TO ENTER MEETING\nMeeting ID: 886 7206 8163 \nPasscode: 357051 \n  \n 
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/real-talk-classic-hangout/
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211104T190000
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SUMMARY:Art Classes - Session #2
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nWelcome to the highlight of your week! Using a mix of our imagination and some wonderful stories\, we will create incredible images of worlds previously unimagined to us. We’ll spend some time learning about emotions and relationships\, artists from around the world\, and Canadian Indigenous history. And of course – we’ll mix all of this in with a dance party or two! \nSupplies: A required list of items will be emailed to you before the first class. \nNov 4\, 11\, 18\, 25 & Dec 2\, 9 \nAges 19-49 \nCost $60 \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/art-classes-session-2/2021-11-04/
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/art-classes-session-2/2021-11-04/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211106T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211127T140000
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SUMMARY:HANG In-Person - Building Social Skills
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nOur Helping Adolescents Network and Grow: H.A.N.G. style groups are designed to be fun social environments where teen peers with Diverse Abilities get together to network with others who share common interests. Each session includes structured greeting activities\, group activity planning\, gentle in-the-moment coaching\, and feedback on observed and emerging social skill dynamics. \nGroups are themed around ages and interests for participants to make friends and practice their social skills. Each participant is working towards their own individualized social skill goals\, but within a fun group environment that keeps moving and keeps conversations light and easy. \nThis group is targeted for kids/teens ages 11-16 and will run one day a week for 4 weeks starting Saturday\, November 6\, 2021 to Saturday\, November 27\, 2021\, from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm. \nLocation: 7270 Evans Road\, Chilliwack\, BC \nThe cost of this group is $400.00. Payments can be made privately or by using AFB funding.
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/hang-in-person-building-social-skills/
LOCATION:7270 Evans Road\, 7270 Evans Road\, Chilliwack\, British Columbia
CATEGORIES:External Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211108T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211108T173000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20211029T185756Z
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SUMMARY:Kids Brain Health Network Conference
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nThe second-ever KBHN Virtual Conference is coming your way! Let the countdown begin… \nWe hope you can join us for this year’s conference as we celebrate the power of partnerships to foster scientific innovation and create positive change in the lives of children with neurodevelopmental disabilities (NDD). We know that 10-17% of kids aged 4-14 years in Canada have an NDD. We need to do more to accelerate research breakthroughs\, support parents\, and change systems to help children reach their full potential. \nThe 2021 Kids Brain Health Virtual Conference runs from November 8-9 (#KBHNConf2021). This exciting two-day online event will feature a wide array of talented researchers\, insightful parents\, caregivers and people with lived experience who will speak to the critical role partnerships play in realizing change and inspiring innovation. \nSince 2009\, the Kids Brain Health Network (KBHN) has collaborated with community\, industry\, government and non-profit partners to support more than 150 research programs focused on early diagnosis\, early intervention and increased family support. KBHN community partners have made\, and continue to make\, incredible contributions to the development of solutions so kids can live happier and healthier lives. These partnerships are critical to informing and shaping our research. \nBe sure to mark your calendars. We look forward to your participation! \n  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/kids-brain-health-network-conference/2021-11-08/
CATEGORIES:External Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211108T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211108T200000
DTSTAMP:20260614T043530
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SUMMARY:Let's Talk About SIB | Session 03: Medically Controversial Topics (Cannabis and CBD)
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nAbout this Session:\nInterest in the use of cannabis and one of its main components\, cannabidiol (CBD)\, has grown over the past few years for a range of issues\, including comorbidities of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) like aggression and self-injurious behaviour. In this talk\, I will provide some context for CBD’s relatively recent rise to prominence. I give a brief background on the endocannabinoid system\, as well as the components of the Cannabis plant species\, namely tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and CBD. I then discuss some of the information available online for cannabis and CBD use in ASD before digging into the wider online discourse amongst parents and caregivers. I then discuss the current state of the science surrounding the topic\, focusing on three recent and prominent studies investigating CBD-rich cannabis use in treating symptoms and co-morbidities of ASD\, particularly difficult behaviours. At the end of the presentation\, I provide some useful resources for navigating this difficult topic. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT\n  \nWhat is Self-Injurious Behaviour (SIB)?\nSelf-Injurious behaviour can be defined as: self-directed injury that is non-suicidal in nature and causes physical trauma. These isolating behaviours may affect children with intellectual impairment\, autism or other forms of neurodiversity. SIB is a multifaceted behaviour that is difficult to understand and treat as the diagnosis varies across individuals. Currently\, proper evidence-based care does not exist\, so it can be extremely challenging to care for children with severe SIB. \nAre you a parent/primary caregiver of a person with Self Injurious Behaviours? Are you passionate about taking your learning to the next level? As a parent/primary caregiver do you want to learn more on how to support yourself and your child? We are bringing to you a unique 6-part series to learn and explore ways to support families and their children. These six sessions are meant to promote education around severe SIB\, to create a supportive SIB community\, as well as to advocate for better health outcomes. \nYou Can Participate in Any of These Ways:\n\nPre-watch any of the 6 series pre-recorded workshops\nPre-watch any of the 6 series pre-recorded workshops then join on event night and participate in our live and interactive Q & A\nJoin us on event night to watch the pre-recorded workshops together followed by our live and interactive Q & A\nJoin the monthly SIB Family Hangout hosted by FSI the last Monday of every month\n\nCLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION ON ALL OF THE SESSIONS AND TO VIEW PRE-RECORDED WORKSHOPS
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/lets-talk-about-sib-session-03-medically-controversial-topics-cannabis-and-cbd/
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211109T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211109T170000
DTSTAMP:20260614T043530
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LAST-MODIFIED:20211028T175506Z
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SUMMARY:How to Avoid Ableism in Language and Communication
DESCRIPTION:Dear Everybody Panel Series\n\n\n\n\n\nThe best way to #EndAbleism is to talk about it—and that’s what we’re doing. We’ve asked experts\, the community\, and those with lived-experience to share their stories to help you better understand exactly why #DearEverybody matters and how you can make a change. \n\nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/how-to-avoid-ableism-in-language-and-communication/
CATEGORIES:External Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211110T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211110T193000
DTSTAMP:20260614T043530
CREATED:20211014T181738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211014T181738Z
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SUMMARY:Expert Talks | Families As Experts
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nFamilies As Experts\nA panel of family members talk about their experience accompanying their loved ones through their journey in mental health and substance use. \nFacilitated by Isabella Mori\, Family Support and Involvement Coordinator\, Community\, Mental Health and Substance Use Services\, VCH. \nJoin us for our zoom meetings in which experts – from GP’s to case managers to families – talk about what makes them passionate about family involvement in mental health and substance use. This is followed by ample time for Q & A. \nSpace is limited\, so sign up early with Isabella Mori at isabella.Mori@vch.ca\n  \nOffered by the Vancouver Coastal Health Family Support and Involvement Team\nMental Health and Substance Use Services
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/expert-talks-families-as-experts/
CATEGORIES:External Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211110T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211110T203000
DTSTAMP:20260614T043530
CREATED:20210722T185717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210817T220715Z
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SUMMARY:Transitioning to Adulthood Series: PWD Supplements
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nPlease join the Family Support Institute and Special Guest Speakers from MSDPR for our zoom presentation to learn about PWD Supplements and other services available to your youth. \nGuest Speaker: TBA \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 TO ADULTHOOD a private Facebook Group 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. https://www.facebook.com/groups/411627796958576 \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/transitioning-to-adulthood-series-pwd-supplements/
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211115T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211115T140000
DTSTAMP:20260614T043530
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SUMMARY:FSI Northern BC Virtual Open House
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nJoin the Family Support Institute in a virtual open house for connection and information sharing. You will have an opportunity to hear from volunteer Resource Parents and learn about FSI’s peer supports. Take a tour of FSI’s online tools and resources\, and participate in a live Q&A session. \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*FG
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/fsi-northern-bc-virtual-open-house/2021-11-15/
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/fsi-northern-bc-virtual-open-house/2021-11-15/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211116T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211116T140000
DTSTAMP:20260614T043530
CREATED:20211116T192848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211116T192848Z
UID:24581-1637067600-1637071200@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Coping with Grief with TJ
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Speaking Up for Self-Advocacy Awareness Society (SUSA)\, join TJ to talk about grief. \nCLICK HERE TO ATTEND
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/coping-with-grief-with-tj/
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/coping-with-grief-with-tj/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211116T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211116T200000
DTSTAMP:20260614T043530
CREATED:20211105T183859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211105T183940Z
UID:24440-1637089200-1637092800@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Welcome to the Early Years: School Age 5-8
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nFSI Early Years Series are bite-size sessions that offer a deep dive into early years topics. \nPlease join us as we take a closer more detailed look at The StrongStart program with StrongStart Educator Nicky Bartel. We will also be hosting returning guest Lindsay Lindsay\, Resource Teacher with Central Okanagan Schools – Lindsay will be introduce the role of a Resource Teacher with a focus on children who have just entered public school from Kindergarten up to the age of 8. \nNicky Bartel has been an Early Childhood for the past 27 years and a StrongStart Educator with SD#28 for the past 5 years. Nicky will share an overview of The StrongStart program with a glimpse of a typical day at play. \nLindsay Lindsay is a resource teacher in the school district with 15 years of experience supporting children with exceptionalities. She didn’t set out to be a teacher\, as she worked for the Ministry of Children and Family Development and as a education assistant after completing her psych degree. Once in the classroom as support staff\, she knew it was back to school to become a teacher and make a career change. Later on\, a diploma in inclusion was also completed to fulfil her role as a resource teacher. When not at work\, Lindsay is a wife and mom of two children\, ages 11 and 13. She also enjoys time outdoors\, running\, and spending time with family and friends. Lindsay’s diverse experience provides a rich perspective when collaborating with families and school professionals. \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*KS
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/24440/
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/24440/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211117T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211117T120000
DTSTAMP:20260614T043530
CREATED:20211026T172851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211026T172929Z
UID:24143-1637146800-1637150400@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Family-Centred Practice from the Perspective of Aboriginal Infant and Child Development Programs
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nNovember 2021 is National Indigenous Disability Awareness month and the Virtual Learning Series will feature Family-centered practice from the perspective of Aboriginal infant and child development programs. \nThis one-hour virtual session will introduce participants to the core principles and foundational ideas of family-centered practice\, as applied by Aboriginal Infant Development programs and Aboriginal Supported Child Development programs. Participants will learn what is cultural safety for Indigenous families\, how to create safe spaces\, and the importance of home visiting in supporting healthy child development. \nThe speakers will address how collaborations and coordination of services with mainstream programs is critical to removing barriers for Indigenous families. Coming from a perspective of inclusion that recognizes each child for their gifts\, the speakers will share their expertise and provide examples of best practices for family-centered practice in early childhood and beyond. \nThis session is particularly relevant to staff in child development centres\, infant development program and supported childcare development program consultants\, social workers\, service providers\, and family support workers. \n  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\n  \nSpeakers:   \n\nDiana Elliott\, Provincial Advisor for Aboriginal Infant Development Programs \nJackie Watts\, Provincial Advisor for Aboriginal Supported Child Development Programs\nRona Sterling-Collins\, Regional Advisor (Thompson/Shuswap/Cariboo) for Aboriginal Early Childhood Programs \nTanya Brown\, Manager\, Mother Bear Child Development\, Squamish Nation \n\n  \nModerator:  \nErika Cedillo\, Director of Public Policy and Programing\, Inclusion BC  \nPresented in partnership with the Provincial Advisor for Aboriginal Infant Development Programs\, Provincial Advisor for Aboriginal Supported Child Development Programs\, Aboriginal Early Childhood Development\, and Mother Bear Child Development\, Squamish Nation. 
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/family-centred-practice-from-the-perspective-of-aboriginal-infant-and-child-development-programs/
CATEGORIES:External Event
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LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/family-centred-practice-from-the-perspective-of-aboriginal-infant-and-child-development-programs/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211117T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211117T130000
DTSTAMP:20260614T043530
CREATED:20211027T170547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211027T170547Z
UID:24163-1637150400-1637154000@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Breaking Away from the Covid Blues with Lynnetta
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nHosted by Self Advocates of the Rockies society (SAOR) \n\nMeets the third Wednesday of every month from 1-2pm MST/ 12-1pm PST\nJoin the group on Google Meets by clicking here or dial: ‪(CA) +1 613-916-1823 PIN: ‪337 088 313#\n\n 
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/breaking-away-from-the-covid-blues-with-lynnetta/2021-11-17/
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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ORGANIZER;CN="Self Advocates of the Rockies":MAILTO:cranbrooksaor@gmail.com
LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/breaking-away-from-the-covid-blues-with-lynnetta/2021-11-17/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211117T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211117T133000
DTSTAMP:20260614T043530
CREATED:20211109T224932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211109T224932Z
UID:24527-1637150400-1637155800@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Back To Normal After Covid - What Does this Mean in the Context of Disability
DESCRIPTION:14th Annual Stephan M. Salzberg Memorial Lecture\nTo Join: https://zoom.us/ and click on Join a Meeting\nAudio Only: 1-833-955-1088\nMeeting ID: 633 1662 7009\nPassword: 143113 \nAngela Clancy\, Executive Director of Family Support Institute of BC FSIBC supports families from all over the province who have family members with disabilities and other concurrent conditions. We provide this support through our staff team and a large provincial volunteer network of families who connect with\, share experiences\, guide\, advocate\, and coach families in BC. The pandemic has brought to light issues that have gone un-attended for decades. It has also exacerbated issues that families were coping with\, need sup-port for\, and yet had none. This session will highlight those issues that we are supporting and advocating provincially at FSI. \nKathryn Underwood\, Professor in school of Early Childhood Studies at X-University.\nDrawing on Findings from the Inclusive Early Childhood Service System (IECSS) project\, and Critical Disability Theory\, this presentation will examine how the pandemic has illuminated ex-isting structural barriers to participation\, and ethical considerations for care relationships with disabled children. The work of families on behalf of their children\, and in service of early child-hood education and care systems will be examined\, with specific reference to children whose custodial relationships are unclear\, changing or unstable. \nCynthia Vallance\, Patient and Family Engagement Advisor\, Sunnyhill Health Ctr.\nWithout doubt\, the pandemic has created incredible challenges within our healthcare system\, and for parents and caregivers of children with complex health care needs\, at times this impact is felt most intensely. However\, all is not lost! Through adversity comes creative solutions\, less red tape and unique opportunities that may actually make things a little better for patients and families. Learn more about recent changes that affect the care we receive and that my not have happened without the pandemic. \n  \nHosted & Sponsored by the Sunny Hill & the PHSA Ethics Service
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/back-to-normal-after-covid-what-does-this-mean-in-the-context-of-disability/
CATEGORIES:External Event
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LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/back-to-normal-after-covid-what-does-this-mean-in-the-context-of-disability/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211117T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211117T200000
DTSTAMP:20260614T043530
CREATED:20210722T185405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211012T164756Z
UID:21789-1637173800-1637179200@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Transitioning to Adulthood Series: STADD-Navigating the System
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nPlease Join the Family Support Institute and Special Guest Speakers from STADD – Services to Adults with Developmental Disabilities. STADD Navigators coordinate with Government and community-based agencies so that young people have the support of collaborative teams during their transition to adulthood. Navigators can assist in connecting youth and families to various resources in their community/province. A Navigator helps individuals achieve their goals by connecting them to the services that can support a positive transition into adulthood.. \nGuest Speaker: TBA \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 TO ADULTHOOD a private Facebook Group 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. https://www.facebook.com/groups/411627796958576 \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/transitioning-to-adulthood-series-stadd-navigating-the-system/
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/transitioning-to-adulthood-series-stadd-navigating-the-system/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211117T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211117T200000
DTSTAMP:20260614T043530
CREATED:20210928T204145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211001T173834Z
UID:23549-1637173800-1637179200@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Wayfinders Series: Tools to Help You Find Your Direction
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nNOV 17 & 24: Tools to help you find your direction.\n*The second meeting for each topic will be an ‘open mike’ session for parents/families/self advocates\, for a personal dive into the topic* \nDiscovering your abilities WayFinders encourage you to focus on your strengths. Thinking ahead WayFinders can guide you to plan a strategic way forward. \nFacilitators helps persons with a disability learn how to dream. \nJoin our series to learn how we help them develop a vision to make their dreams a reality. \n  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR ONE OR BOTH SESSIONS\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*RS
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/wayfinders-series-tools-to-help-you-find-your-direction/2021-11-17/
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection,FSI Event Calendar
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LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/wayfinders-series-tools-to-help-you-find-your-direction/2021-11-17/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211118T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211118T130000
DTSTAMP:20260614T043530
CREATED:20211029T184726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211029T184803Z
UID:24270-1637236800-1637240400@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Disability Without Poverty
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nJoin Disability Without Poverty for its monthly event\, highlighting artists with disabilities from across the country. The next event will be showcasing Indigenous artists in honour of Indigenous Disability Awareness Month. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\n 
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/disability-without-poverty/
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection,External Event
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LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/disability-without-poverty/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211118T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211118T133000
DTSTAMP:20260614T043530
CREATED:20211012T203232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211012T203232Z
UID:23810-1637236800-1637242200@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Questions About CLBC Respite?
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nDo you have CLBC funded respite and want to learn more about the new Family Respite Policy options for your family? You are invited to join the Questions About CLBC Respite to connect with others and explore tools and solutions. \nJoin us for an overview of the new CLBC Family Respite Policy as outlined in FAQ \n*Last 10 minutes of this call will be a Facebook Live event! \n*For 1-1 respite support and information\, please call our office directly at 1-800-441-5403 and quote “respite support” to be connected with our Respite Team! \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*FG
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/questions-about-clbc-respite-2/
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/questions-about-clbc-respite-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211118T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211118T170000
DTSTAMP:20260614T043530
CREATED:20211029T181836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211029T181915Z
UID:24265-1637247600-1637254800@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Real Talk Women’s Zoom Hangout
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nHey folks! This is a women’s-only event. It’s open to all women.\nReal Talk events have moved onto Zoom! You’ll need a computer / smartphone / tablet\, headphones\, and (ideally) a private place to watch. \nEverybody has questions about dating\, love\, relationships\, and sex. Things like: \nHow do I meet a boyfriend / girlfriend / partner? \nHow do I let my family know that I want to date? \nHow can I make sex safer? \nWhat is consent? \nIt’s totally normal. But sometimes it can be hard to know where to get good information. At this event\, we’ll watch some Real Talk videos\, and have a conversation hosted by a Certified Sexual Health Educator. We’ll talk about where to get good information\, who can support us with this stuff\, and how to figure out confusing situations. People are welcome to talk about things\, or to just listen if they don’t want to talk. \nIf you want a family member\, friend\, or staff member to support you to tune in to the Zoom Hangout\, that’s great. They don’t need to register\, they can just show up with you. \nPlease note: The maximum number of attendees at a Real Talk Zoom Hangout is 12. We do this so that everyone has a chance to participate and share ideas if they want to. If you try to register someone and the event is full – don’t worry\, we’ll be running these frequently while Social Distancing is in effect. If you have an event link from signing up one person please DON’T pass it on to others who have not registered. This will keep the event more confidential and more useful for everyone. \n  \nCLICK HERE TO JOIN THE MEETING\nMeeting ID: 869 3075 4915 \nPasscode: 622834
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/real-talk-womens-zoom-hangout-2/
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/real-talk-womens-zoom-hangout-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211118T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211118T180000
DTSTAMP:20260614T043530
CREATED:20211110T171822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211110T171822Z
UID:24536-1637251200-1637258400@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Normalizing Disability with Michael Todaro
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nDisabled Community Connection Network (DCCN) is a monthly communication and information group for people of all ages (16+) with any disability. This group is hosted by the North Shore Disability Resource Centre. This group is facilitated by and for people with disabilities. \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  \nMichael Todaro’s Bio:  \nHi everyone\, my name is Michael and I am an editor\, writer and instructor in the Vancouver area. I have been living with overlapping but “invisible-to-the-general-public” disabilities since birth. It is my goal to champion those with disabilities by helping able-bodied people to understand our struggles. My ultimate goal is to see a world designed for our needs\, perfectly integrated with present society.  We deserve a more even playing field\, so I believe we must create it. 
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/normalizing-disability-with-michael-todaro/
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection,External Event
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LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/normalizing-disability-with-michael-todaro/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211119T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211119T170000
DTSTAMP:20260614T043530
CREATED:20211027T171731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211207T194755Z
UID:24151-1637337600-1637341200@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Ray’s Retro Friday Night Music
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nHosted by Self Advocates of the Rockies society (SAOR) \n\nMeet the third Friday of every month from 5-6pm MST/ 4-5pm PST\nJoin the group on Google Meets by clicking here or dial: ‪(CA) +1 587-688-3336 PIN: ‪599 330 504#
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/rays-retro-friday-night-music-2/2021-11-19/
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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ORGANIZER;CN="Self Advocates of the Rockies":MAILTO:cranbrooksaor@gmail.com
LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/rays-retro-friday-night-music-2/2021-11-19/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211120T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211120T150000
DTSTAMP:20260614T043530
CREATED:20211115T174800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211115T174800Z
UID:24573-1637413200-1637420400@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Zine Making Workshop with Pree Rehal
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with NEW WAVE Online Exhibit featuring Disabled Artists Under 30\, we are excited to present a small series of creative workshops presented by some of the participating artists! \nAll sessions are FREE and open to ALL! \nZine Making Workshop with Pree Rehal\nSaturday November 20th: 1:00pm – 3:00pm (PST)\nOn ZOOM – ASL & Live Captioning Available \n\nTo Register Click HERE\n  \nJoin Pree Rehal for a community building zine workshop! Pree will talk about links between community\, activism and zine making\, and then lead participants through options on how to create their own zine. No previous zine or arts experience required! \nSupplies Needed: plain paper\, something to write with and scissors.\nOptional supplies if you want to get ~fancy~: your favourite stationary\, washi tape\, stickers and collaging materials!
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/zine-making-workshop-with-pree-rehal/
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection,External Event
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LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/zine-making-workshop-with-pree-rehal/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211123T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211123T200000
DTSTAMP:20260614T043530
CREATED:20211115T174959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211115T174959Z
UID:24577-1637690400-1637697600@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Making Abstract Art with Midori Ryans
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with NEW WAVE Online Exhibit featuring Disabled Artists Under 30\, we are excited to present a small series of creative workshops presented by some of the participating artists! \nAll sessions are FREE and open to ALL! \nTuesday November 23rd: 6:00pm – 8:00pm (PST)\nOn Zoom – ASL & Auto Generated Captioning Available \n\nTo Register Click HERE\n  \nAbstract art at first glance can look easy\, but then your first attempt looks like the aftermath of a toddler’s lunch. How do abstract artists do it? What is the difference between abstract art\, and a plain mess? How do we guide the eye\, evoke emotion\, and generate curiosity with imagery that barely tells of a line? \nIn Midori’s workshop\, participants will learn things like the rule of three\, balancing soft and hard lines\, guiding the eye\, and creative spatter\, and how to apply these to abstract art. \nSupplies Needed: any basic painting surfaces and supplies
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/making-abstract-art-with-midori-ryans/
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection,External Event
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LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/making-abstract-art-with-midori-ryans/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211124T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211124T140000
DTSTAMP:20260614T043530
CREATED:20211119T173340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211119T173340Z
UID:24724-1637758800-1637762400@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Music Trivia Remembrance and Strength
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nHosted by Kamloops Speaking up for Self-Advocacy Awareness Society (SUSA)\, join for Music Trivia. \nJoin through Zoom by clicking here. 
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/music-trivia-remembrance-and-strength/
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/music-trivia-remembrance-and-strength/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211125T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211125T140000
DTSTAMP:20260614T043530
CREATED:20211116T195614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211116T195614Z
UID:24616-1637838000-1637848800@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:8 DAYS OF ACTION FOR ACCESS
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \n\n\n#AccessDelayedIsAccessDenied!\n\n\n\nRally at the BC Legislature\, Victoria – November 25th\, 11:00 am – 2:00 pm \nDaily Online Lunch hour Teach-ins: November 26th – December 2nd\, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm \nRally outside the BC Government Offices\, Canada Place\, Vancouver – December 3rd\, 11:00 am – 2:00 pm \nJoin people with disabilities and their families in a series of actions calling on the BC government to immediately remove barriers to access in education and all systems and enact the rights of disabled children\, youth and adults. Access delayed is access denied! \n(Note:  This series of actions begins the day AFTER the ‘Rally In Victoria With The ASN’ on November 24th – if you are coming to Victoria for that action\, please stay over if you can and join us!) \n  \nRegister on Eventbrite for the November 25th Day Zero rally here\n\n  \nPlease respect the comfort of others around COVID-19 protocols at this in-person event. Masks\, physical distancing and other safety precautions are as important as ever. \n  \nFollow the Facebook event for regular updates on the 8 Days of Action here:\n  \nDetails: \nThis series of actions is organized by volunteer community members of the BCEdAccess Society and a coalition of participating organisations\, and powered by the community. \nWhy: \nFor far too long\, disabled children\, youth and adults\, diagnosed and undiagnosed\, have been denied equitable access. Not just to education but to all of the systems that are supposed to be there to support them\, from early intervention\, health care\,  to community inclusion and everything in between. Service delivery systems are ableist and otherwise oppressive. We\, as disabled people and those who care for them\, have been trying to raise these issues for decades. There is no lack of clarity on what needs to be done – there is only lack of action and courage to take big steps to collaborate with and empower families. We want equity in representation to collaborate on making real progress toward equity for all. \nSchedule \nLand Acknowledgement \nWe would like to acknowledge that we are holding the November 25th rally on the stolen ancestral territories of the Lekwungen Peoples\, the Esquimalt and Songhees First Nations. The December 3rd rally will be held on the stolen and ancestral territories of the Musqueam\, Squamish and Tsleil-Waututh First Nations. All of these First Nations Peoples have lived on and taken care of this land since time immemorial. \nWe acknowledge historical and ongoing injustices that Indigenous Peoples (First Nations\, Métis and Inuit) endure in Canada\, and recognize our shared commitments to taking care of this land\, and to rebuilding and renewing respectful relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples. In particular we are committed to following the lead of Indigenous rights-holders in their work on decolonizing education and closing the significant educational\, employment\, and health outcome gaps that exist between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Canadians. \nDay 0 – Thursday\, Nov.25th\, 2021 11-2pm \nRally at the Victoria Legislature\, on the stolen lands of the Lekwungen Peoples\, the Esquimalt and Songhees First Nations. Also broadcast online. \nEveryone from all over BC is invited to join people with disabilities and their families at the Victoria Legislature for a rally on access to education and other supports and services for disabled people\, to kick off 8 days of action for access! \nDays 1 through 7 – Friday\, Nov 26 – Thursday\, Dec 2  \n“Lunch hour Teach-ins” 12-1 pm \nLive Online discussions each day with organizations and families sharing how the barriers to access to equitable education intersect with all the other systems. Please let us know if you want in! \nDay 8 Dec 3 – International Day of Disabled Persons \nRally at the BC government offices in Vancouver\, on the stolen lands of the Musqueam\, Squamish and Tsleil-Waututh First Nations\, led by youth and adults with disabilities. Also broadcast online. \nThis day will be led by BC People First\, convening youth and adults with disabilities – we hope the whole province will join us in person and online! \nHow you can help!  \nShare this event with your friends\, groups and organizations! We need everyone to participate! \nDonate to help us pay for signs\, ASL interpreters and other costs! \nSee our Action Toolkit for 8 big areas to help with the 8 Days of Action For Access! \nContact us: info@bcedaccess.com
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/8-days-of-action-for-access/
LOCATION:BC Legislature\, 501 Belleville St\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8V 2L8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection,External Event
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