FSI offers various Family Hangouts and Learning Explorations.
Family Hangouts: A safe space for families and caregivers to come together for support, inspiration and troubleshooting. Sessions are either themed or open for general conversation and held on Zoom*.
Learning Explorations: Free online sessions* offer families, individuals, and professionals the chance to learn, connect and share on a variety of topics.
*All FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone. If you need assistance registering for any session, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403.
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events We cannot slow the aging process in ourselves or in the people we care for! As we get older, our ability to care […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events This family hangout is all about empowering conversations for individuals affected by FASD and those that support them. Join us for a family […]
Parents are fighting for their children’s lives within a mental health system steeped in stigma. They are scared, isolated, and exhausted, caught in a cycle of navigating a fragmented system […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Welcome to a space where families come together to share their experiences, ask questions, and support one another as we navigate the journey […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Sometimes our loved ones communicate their needs in ways that are hard to understand — through what we often call "reactive behaviors" or […]
Take a moment to pause this fall to creatively explore and nurture your wellness. This one hour workshop offers a welcoming and supportive space for you to explore and choose […]
FSI offers various Family Hangouts and Learning Explorations.
Family Hangouts: A safe space for families and caregivers to come together for support, inspiration and troubleshooting. Sessions are either themed or open for general conversation and held on Zoom*.
Learning Explorations: Free online sessions* offer families, individuals, and professionals the chance to learn, connect and share on a variety of topics.
*All FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone. If you need assistance registering for any session, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403.
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Welcome to a space where families come together to share their experiences, ask questions, and support one another as we navigate the journey […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events This family hangout is all about empowering conversations for individuals affected by FASD and those that support them. Join us for a family […]
How do you prepare for this big change in your childs life? This workshop is designed to help families understand how to prepare for their child’s transition from high school […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events A support group for those with kids in care, considering care, or feeling pressured to place their kids in care. Only families who […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Caring for little ones with extra support needs is marked by joy, fear, and overwhelm, usually all in the same day! Navigating the […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events We cannot slow the aging process in ourselves or in the people we care for! As we get older, our ability to care […]
Looking for ways to meet new people and stay socially connected? The Calendar for Connections was created to help people with diverse abilities know about different fun and inclusive opportunities to connect with others. Double click on any event to view more details or click the button below to check out events and activities happening all over BC.
We are always looking for new events to share on our calendar! If you would like to add an event to our calendar, please contact: .
Please check out a list of other community event calendars below:
Women with intellectual disabilities get together to talk with Certified Sexual Health Educators about dating, love, relationships, and sex. What Will You Do? **THIS EVENT IS FOR WOMEN. ANYONE WHO […]
What are the unique challenges and opportunities that youth with disabilities face in the job market? How can young people with disabilities find and pursue meaningful employment that matches their […]
Are you wondering how artificial intelligence is changing the job search landscape? How can you use AI to stand out to potential employers, and what AI tools can streamline your […]
The fast-paced world of career professionals often raises important questions about personal well-being. How do I manage stress while meeting deadlines? Can I achieve a healthy work-life balance without sacrificing […]
Looking for a job can be especially challenging for people with disabilities, particularly when many opportunities are never advertised publicly. You might wonder, how do people find these hidden jobs? […]
Interviews can be stressful for anyone, and even more so for people with disabilities who may worry about how to discuss accommodations or address potential biases. You might be asking […]
Events hosted by community partners from within BC. FSI is not responsible for the content, management or facilitation of these sessions. All inquiries and comments are referred directly to event organizers.
For those who have a loved one with a disability. Understanding wills, trusts, and estate planning can help secure your financial future or the financial future of a loved one […]
What are the unique challenges and opportunities that youth with disabilities face in the job market? How can young people with disabilities find and pursue meaningful employment that matches their […]
For those who have a loved one with a disability. Understanding wills, trusts, and estate planning can help secure your financial future or the financial future of a loved one […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Join the ASN's Executive Director in this monthly, online meeting to talk about the first steps in your young child's Autism journey. Where […]
This workshop will introduce parents, adults and professionals to the principles of Acceptance and Commitment Training and how this can be applied to neurodivergence, including learning about the core concepts […]
The Disability Tax Credit (DTC) is a non-refundable federal tax credit that can help reduce the amount of taxes owed by a person with a disability or someone who supports […]
Inclusive employment continuously evolves to meet the changing labour markets and the diverse needs of job seekers. This means that supportive employment agencies can have a meaningful role in leading […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Monthly online parent support meeting hosted in Punjabi ਮਾਸਿਕ ਔਨਲਾਈਨ ਮਾਤਾ-ਪਿਤਾ ਸਹਾਇਤਾ ਮੀਟਿੰਗ ਪੰਜਾਬੀ ਵਿੱਚ Join us for an online support meeting facilitated […]
Connections hour is all about connections! Join fellow self advocates to share resources and explore many different ways to connect including connecting to friends, family & community, places, culture and […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events This family hangout is all about empowering conversations for individuals affected by FASD and those that support them. Join us for a family […]
Parents are fighting for their children’s lives within a mental health system steeped in stigma. They are scared, isolated, and exhausted, caught in a cycle of navigating a fragmented system […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Welcome to a space where families come together to share their experiences, ask questions, and support one another as we navigate the journey […]
Are you interested in learning about psychology or analyzing characters from movies and TV? The YouTube channel Cinema Therapy does both in an interesting and entertaining way. Host Sarah S […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Sometimes our loved ones communicate their needs in ways that are hard to understand — through what we often call "reactive behaviors" or […]
Take a moment to pause this fall to creatively explore and nurture your wellness. This one hour workshop offers a welcoming and supportive space for you to explore and choose […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events This family hangout is all about empowering conversations for individuals affected by FASD and those that support them. Join us for a family […]
A soft, reflective group space to check in with your inner weather. A quiet, creative space to land in on a Sunday morning. What Will You Do? Come sit with […]
How do you prepare for this big change in your childs life? This workshop is designed to help families understand how to prepare for their child’s transition from high school […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events A support group for those with kids in care, considering care, or feeling pressured to place their kids in care. Only families who […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Caring for little ones with extra support needs is marked by joy, fear, and overwhelm, usually all in the same day! Navigating the […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events We cannot slow the aging process in ourselves or in the people we care for! As we get older, our ability to care […]
Join Tyra Skibington, certified yoga instructor, for a 45-minute gentle movement program, accessible for all abilities. Wear comfortable clothing, bring a comforting beverage, have a clear space on the floor […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events This family hangout is all about empowering conversations for individuals affected by FASD and those that support them. Join us for a family […]
Join Hao for a spooktacular & fang-tastic evening exploring "Central Spark," a family-friendly Halloween event with food trucks, live music and entertainment, and a fireworks show at 7:30pm. Get ready […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Parents, grandparents, and caregivers of a child or family member with a disability who journey through aspects of grief are invited to come […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Welcome to a space where families come together to share their experiences, ask questions, and support one another as we navigate the journey […]
Women with intellectual disabilities get together to talk with Certified Sexual Health Educators about dating, love, relationships, and sex. What Will You Do? **THIS EVENT IS FOR WOMEN. ANYONE WHO […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Sometimes our loved ones communicate their needs in ways that are hard to understand — through what we often call "reactive behaviors" or […]
For those who have a loved one with a disability. Understanding wills, trusts, and estate planning can help secure your financial future or the financial future of a loved one […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events This family hangout is all about empowering conversations for individuals affected by FASD and those that support them. Join us for a family […]