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SUMMARY:Connections Hour
DESCRIPTION:The BC Self Advocacy Leadership Network and Community Living BC are launching a series of Connections Hours on Thursdays at 12:00pm (PDT). \nSelf-advocacy leaders from across the province will be hosting these virtual connection opportunities and you’re invited to join every Thursday at 12:00pm noon to hear what’s happening around the province and share what’s going on in your own community. \nTo join the Connection Hour\, go to this Zoom link \nat the scheduled time. Then enter the passcode: CLBC. You can also join over the phone by calling 1-647-374-4685.
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/connections-hour/2024-10-17/
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection,External Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241017T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241017T140000
DTSTAMP:20260621T154520
CREATED:20241001T193808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T193808Z
UID:41784-1729168200-1729173600@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Self-Efficacy: Developing the belief that you can do the thing
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this 6-week cohort (online zoom sessions)\, where we will be exploring Self-Efficacy and building positive neurodivergent identities! At Curiko\, a cohort is a group experience that runs consecutively for a certain amount of weeks so we can connect\, explore and grow together. \nWe will be exploring Self-Efficacy and building positive neurodivergent identities! \n  \nJOIN THE EXPERIENCE\n  \n\nYour Host\, Alicia \n\nI’m a late-diagnosed neurodivergent spoonie (someone who is chronically ill) who enjoys learning about psychology and personal development. I share executive functioning tips and strategies on Instagram as @theniftyneuron. My posts focus on skills like planning\, prioritization\, time management\, and getting things done with a differently-designed mind. I have an MSc in Audiology & Speech Sciences and experience working with individuals with communication disabilities from when I used to be a speech-language pathologist. I have two cats and like to spend my time reading\, writing\, and working on my Etsy shop.
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/self-efficacy-developing-the-belief-that-you-can-do-the-thing/2024-10-17/
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241017T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241017T170000
DTSTAMP:20260621T154520
CREATED:20241001T194141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T194141Z
UID:41792-1729177200-1729184400@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Comic Creation Cohort: Exploring Narratives by Making Your Own Comic
DESCRIPTION:6-Week Cohort: Thursdays from Oct.10-Nov.14 with Scarlet Wings Kaili. Explore the process to make & assemble our comic anthology together! Only 10 spots available! First 3 sessions are online & last 3 sessions in-person in Burnaby or Vancouver location. Email littlewoo@curiko.ca for more info! No experience needed\, for those new to comic creation! \nWe’ll explore storytelling\, character development\, panel layouts\, lettering and more to make and assemble our comic anthology together! First 3 sessions are online and last 3 sessions will be held in-person either in a Burnaby or Vancouver location (near transit lines). No experience needed – this is geared towards those who are new to comic creation. \n  \nJOIN THE EXPERIENCE\n  \n\nYour Host\, Scarlet Wings Kaili \n\nI’m an autistic comic artist and illustrator living with chronic illness. Since graduating from Emily Carr University of Art and Design\, I’ve been working on a mental health and fantasy graphic novel series\, Halfsoul. My various other projects have also included working on addiction resources\, music videos and contributing to many comic anthologies (as I will probably continue creating comics even after the world ends).
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/comic-creation-cohort-exploring-narratives-by-making-your-own-comic/2024-10-17/
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241017T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241017T203000
DTSTAMP:20260621T154520
CREATED:20240530T213329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T213812Z
UID:41514-1729191600-1729197000@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:FASD - Thinking Outside of the Box
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nThis family hangout is all about empowering conversations for individuals affected by FASD and those that support them. Join us for a family hangout that provides a safe place to share and connect. \n  \nCLICK TO REGISTER\nWE ASK ALL REGISTRANTS TO PLEASE REVIEW FSI’S ZOOM MEETING GUIDELINES BEFORE ATTENDING \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/ \n  \nAfter the session you are encouraged to share your feedback. This helps FSI improve our content to better serve the needs of families. https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/52ef23e13270439d9d97d32a0b229bbc \n  \nFSI is committed to making our events as accessible as possible to everyone who wants to attend. If you have accessibility needs\, please let us know when you register\, or send us an email to discuss your specific needs.” \nSign language (ASL) interpretation can be available with 3 week’s notice. Please identify that you require ASL when you register. \nDo you have any accessibility needs for this event? If yes\, details of your Requests should be submitted to this form https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/7e965206c9034dbcaa0281d5ed44132a  \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  \nAI recording or transcription tools (like Fireflies or note-taking bots) are not permitted. These programs can introduce vulnerabilities.
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/fasd-thinking-outside-of-the-box-8/2024-10-17/
CATEGORIES:FASD,FSI Event Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241018T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241018T140000
DTSTAMP:20260621T154520
CREATED:20231129T210522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231129T210522Z
UID:41740-1729256400-1729260000@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:MJ's Virtual Karaoke Room
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nEveryone is welcome for this weekly experience of singing hosted by MJ. Sing your heart out and cheer others on in MJ’s virtual Karaoke room! \nEvery Friday join MJ for an hour of Virtual Karaoke. You will take turns picking a song and unmuting yourself to sing. At the end\, you will choose a song together and sing as a group! This is a fun and supportive environment to sing and socialize. \nThis experience takes place over zoom. Host MJ will share their screen so everyone will see the song lyrics There will be loud music and you will hear Zoom people singing. \n  \nBOOK YOUR EXPERIENCE
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/mjs-virtual-karaoke-room/2024-10-18/
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241021T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241021T123000
DTSTAMP:20260621T154520
CREATED:20220113T200921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220113T200921Z
UID:41749-1729510200-1729513800@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:The Good Doctor
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nThe Good Doctor is a show about a surgeon living with Autism who moves to California to work at a prestigious hospital. Each week we’ll watch an episode and chat about some of the stuff that may have come up! \nAre there some shows that reflect experiences you see\, want more of in the world or disagree with? Each week we’ll catch an episode of The Good Doctor and chat about some of the thoughts\, questions and feelings that may have come up for folks. Critics and fans alike are welcome! The Good Doctor is a show about a surgeon living with Autism who moves to California to work at a famous hospital. \nJoin host Brodie on Zoom to watch an episode of The Good Doctor. Brodie says “I want to share this show because I am inspired by someone who has autism because I have autism and it makes me think I can also do great things like Dr. Shaun Murphy”. After the episode\, reflect and share your thoughts and feelings. \n  \nJOIN THE EXPERIENCE
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/the-good-doctor-with-brodie-and-dylan/2024-10-21/
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241021T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241021T140000
DTSTAMP:20260621T154520
CREATED:20241001T182327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T182327Z
UID:41755-1729515600-1729519200@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Song Sharing Circle
DESCRIPTION:In this experience\, we will be connecting to ourselves and each other through the medium of song. We may be singing\, discussing\, and listening to songs of all genres. This experience will be hosted by a music therapy intern and song enthusiast who believes in the healing power of music. All levels of musical experience are welcome! \nActivities in this group will include singing\, playing instruments\, drawing\, listening to songs\, and discussing them. Please note that all genres and varieties of music will be welcome here! \nThis experience is in-person! You’ll meet your host in Burnaby\, British Columbia\, near Metrotown! The exact address will be sent to you when the host confirms the experience! \n  \nJOIN THE EXPERIENCE
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/song-sharing-circle/2024-10-21/
LOCATION:Curiko Studios\, 4924 Imperial Street\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241021T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241021T203000
DTSTAMP:20260621T154520
CREATED:20211004T184947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T051125Z
UID:29286-1729537200-1729542600@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? \nAre 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. \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. 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/ \nFSI is committed to making our events as accessible as possible to everyone who wants to attend. If you have accessibility needs\, please let us know when you register\, or send us an email to discuss your specific needs. Sign language (ASL) interpretation can be available with 3 week’s notice. Please identify that you require ASL when you register. \nDo you have any accessibility needs for this event? If yes\, details of your Requests should be submitted to this form https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/7e965206c9034dbcaa0281d5ed44132a  \n  \nAI recording or transcription tools (like Fireflies or note-taking bots) are not permitted. These programs can introduce vulnerabilities. \n  \nWE ASK ALL REGISTRANTS TO PLEASE REVIEW FSI’S ZOOM MEETING GUIDELINES BEFORE ATTENDING \n  \nAll FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone only if access to computers and/or internet is a barrier. If you need assistance registering for any session\, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403. \n*FG
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/newly-diagnosed-autism-2022-10-17/2024-10-21/
CATEGORIES:Family Hangouts,FSI Event Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241022T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241022T120000
DTSTAMP:20260621T154520
CREATED:20220831T182350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220831T182350Z
UID:41768-1729594800-1729598400@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Art Journaling
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nLet’s create and reflect! Art Journalling is all about being creative while looking inward and engaging in self-reflection.  \nTogether we will learn a new art-making technique and then work on an art journalling prompt that will get us both reflecting and creating. \nRemember to bring: Paper – you can use loose paper or a notebook. Pens\, pencils\, or markers. Any other of your favorite art-making supplies and tools. \nAccessibility: All art activities can be adapted to use different materials or materials in different ways. All activities will be demonstrated visually and verbally explained. Please let me know if you have any accessibility needs – including accessibility needs around art creation or making. \n  \nJOIN THE EXPERIENCE
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/art-journalling/2024-10-22/
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241022T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241022T150000
DTSTAMP:20260621T154520
CREATED:20241001T183355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T183355Z
UID:41774-1729605600-1729609200@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Meditation Explorers: Looking Inward Together
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this 4-week cohort (online zoom sessions)\, where we will be exploring and practicing meditation in different ways! At Curiko\, a cohort is a group experience that runs consecutively for a certain amount of weeks so we can connect\, explore and grow together. \nDuring this 4-week cohort\, we will explore soft eye meditation\, breath meditation and body scanning\, plus share about each other’s experiences with meditation. \n  \nJOIN THE EXPERIENCE
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/meditation-explorers-looking-inward-together/2024-10-22/
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241023T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241023T193000
DTSTAMP:20260621T154520
CREATED:20241008T170941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241008T170941Z
UID:41840-1729679400-1729711800@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:20th Annual INCLUSION Art Show & Sale
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 20th Annual INCLUSION Art Show & Sale! \n  \nRESERVE YOUR SPOT\n  \nDate: Wednesday\, October 23\nTime: 10:30 AM – 7:30 PM\nLocation: Roundhouse Community Arts & Recreation Centre \nHeld during Community Inclusion Month in BC\, this free event is a vibrant celebration of creativity and collaboration in the community. Join us to experience the incredible work of over 200 artists with diverse abilities\, disabled individuals\, and those identifying as having a disability. \nAdmission is FREE! Donations at the door are appreciated and help support the show. \nAccessibility: The venue is fully accessible\, with a safe loading zone for HandyDART and personal vehicles. ASL interpretation will be provided. \nPayment Options: Most vendors accept both cash and electronic payments\, though some may only accept cash. An ATM is available near the venue. \nFor more information\, please visit: www.inclusionartshow.com \nPlease note that as this is a public event\, photos and videos may be taken throughout the day. By attending\, you acknowledge that you may appear in event coverage shared on our social media or promotional materials.
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/20th-annual-inclusion-art-show-sale/
LOCATION:The Roundhouse Community Arts & Rec Centre\, 181 Roundhouse Mews\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection,External Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241023T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241023T120000
DTSTAMP:20260621T154520
CREATED:20210629T205243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210629T205243Z
UID:41705-1729681200-1729684800@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Live Music Group!
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nThrough this one-hour zoom call\, join Chris and Zadok’s live guitar playing and singing! Sing or dance along\, make requests and enjoy this dynamic duo! \nJoin hosts Chris and Zadok for a singalong. You can make requests and listen as Chris and Zadok play the guitar. Feel free to singalong or listen and enjoy the tunes. Connect with others. \nFor this event\, you’ll need a phone\, tablet or laptop and the zoom app. \nCLICK HERE TO JOIN
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/music-group-with-chris-and-zadok/2024-10-23/
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/music-group-with-chris-and-zadok/2024-10-23/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241023T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241023T140000
DTSTAMP:20260621T154520
CREATED:20240110T184328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T205607Z
UID:41468-1729688400-1729692000@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Early Years and School Age Navigation
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nCaring for little ones with extra support needs is marked by joy\, fear\, and overwhelm\, usually all in the same day! Navigating the toddler and preschool years or if the school years are on the horizon\, can be a uniquely challenging time. Join us for supportive sessions on Navigating the Early Years. We are here to listen\, provide resources\, and create a safe place to discuss the parenting experience of young children with diverse abilities. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\nAfter the session you are encouraged to share your feedback. This helps FSI improve our content to better serve the needs of families. \nFamily Support Institute of BC (FSI) is a provincial not-for-profit society committed to supporting families who have a family member with a disability. FSI is unique in Canada and the only grassroots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base.\nFSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY \n  \nYou are invited to join FSI EARLY YEARS TRANSITIONS\, this online forum was created by The Family Support Institute of BC aimed to support families navigate the journey of transitioning into Kindergarten for their loved ones through peer-to-peer support and shared experiences. https://www.facebook.com/groups/fsitransitiontok \n  \nFSI is committed to making our events as accessible as possible to everyone who wants to attend. If you have accessibility needs\, please let us know when you register\, or send us an email to discuss your specific needs. \nSign language (ASL) interpretation can be available with 3 week’s notice. Please identify that you require ASL when you register. \nDo you have any accessibility needs for this event? If yes\, details of your Requests should be submitted to this form https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/7e965206c9034dbcaa0281d5ed44132a  \nWE ASK ALL REGISTRANTS TO PLEASE REVIEW FSI’S ZOOM MEETING GUIDELINES BEFORE ATTENDING \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. \nAI recording or transcription tools (like Fireflies or note-taking bots) are not permitted. These programs can introduce vulnerabilities.
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/early-years-and-school-age-navigation/2024-10-23/
CATEGORIES:Family Hangouts,FSI Event Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241023T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241023T170000
DTSTAMP:20260621T154520
CREATED:20231025T222025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231025T222025Z
UID:41714-1729699200-1729702800@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Exploring Friendship
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nThis experience is to discuss all things friendship. We will talk about making friends and discover some tools that go hand in hand with maintaining happy long friendships. \nWhat Will You Do?\nEach week we will go into a different topic of friendship. We might be discussing boundaries\, navigating friend groups or when to give out your phone number! Come by and learn a little with us. \n  \nJOIN THE EXPERIENCE
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/exploring-friendship/2024-10-23/
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241023T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241023T200000
DTSTAMP:20260621T154520
CREATED:20230411T160127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T211552Z
UID:41495-1729708200-1729713600@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Aging Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nWe cannot slow the aging process in ourselves or in the people we care for! As we get older\, our ability to care for our family member becomes more and more difficult. Planning our own future\, and the future of our loved ones can be a terrifying process. Will we be able to provide the necessary care? Will they be well cared for in the future\, after we are gone? What can we do to make the future easier? Connecting with other families in similar situations is the best way to problem solve and figure out what will work best for our specific situations. Join our call with other “mature” parents and caregivers and we can problem solve together! \n  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\n  \nYou are invited to join FSI CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS\, a private Facebook Group intended to continue conversations of support or provide an alternative platform for support. www.facebook.com/groups/fsicontinuingconversations/ \nAfter the session you are encouraged to share your feedback. This helps FSI improve our content to better serve the needs of families. \n  \nFSI is committed to making our events as accessible as possible to everyone who wants to attend. If you have accessibility needs\, please let us know when you register\, or send us an email to discuss your specific needs. \nSign language (ASL) interpretation can be available with 3 week’s notice. Please identify that you require ASL when you register. \nDo you have any accessibility needs for this event? If yes\, details of your Requests should be submitted to this form https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/7e965206c9034dbcaa0281d5ed44132a  \n  \nAll FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone only if access to computers and/or internet is a barrier. If you need assistance registering for any session\, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403. \n  \nAI recording or transcription tools (like Fireflies or note-taking bots) are not permitted. These programs can introduce vulnerabilities.
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/aging-caregivers/2024-10-23/
CATEGORIES:Family Hangouts,FSI Event Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241024T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241024T130000
DTSTAMP:20260621T154520
CREATED:20241010T174142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T174142Z
UID:41861-1729771200-1729774800@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Connections Hour
DESCRIPTION:The BC Self Advocacy Leadership Network and Community Living BC are launching a series of Connections Hours on Thursdays at 12:00pm (PDT). \nSelf-advocacy leaders from across the province will be hosting these virtual connection opportunities and you’re invited to join every Thursday at 12:00pm noon to hear what’s happening around the province and share what’s going on in your own community. \nTo join the Connection Hour\, go to this Zoom link \nat the scheduled time. Then enter the passcode: CLBC. You can also join over the phone by calling 1-647-374-4685.
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/connections-hour/2024-10-24/
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection,External Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241024T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241024T140000
DTSTAMP:20260621T154520
CREATED:20241001T193808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T193808Z
UID:41785-1729773000-1729778400@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Self-Efficacy: Developing the belief that you can do the thing
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this 6-week cohort (online zoom sessions)\, where we will be exploring Self-Efficacy and building positive neurodivergent identities! At Curiko\, a cohort is a group experience that runs consecutively for a certain amount of weeks so we can connect\, explore and grow together. \nWe will be exploring Self-Efficacy and building positive neurodivergent identities! \n  \nJOIN THE EXPERIENCE\n  \n\nYour Host\, Alicia \n\nI’m a late-diagnosed neurodivergent spoonie (someone who is chronically ill) who enjoys learning about psychology and personal development. I share executive functioning tips and strategies on Instagram as @theniftyneuron. My posts focus on skills like planning\, prioritization\, time management\, and getting things done with a differently-designed mind. I have an MSc in Audiology & Speech Sciences and experience working with individuals with communication disabilities from when I used to be a speech-language pathologist. I have two cats and like to spend my time reading\, writing\, and working on my Etsy shop.
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/self-efficacy-developing-the-belief-that-you-can-do-the-thing/2024-10-24/
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241024T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241024T170000
DTSTAMP:20260621T154520
CREATED:20241001T194141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T194141Z
UID:41793-1729782000-1729789200@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Comic Creation Cohort: Exploring Narratives by Making Your Own Comic
DESCRIPTION:6-Week Cohort: Thursdays from Oct.10-Nov.14 with Scarlet Wings Kaili. Explore the process to make & assemble our comic anthology together! Only 10 spots available! First 3 sessions are online & last 3 sessions in-person in Burnaby or Vancouver location. Email littlewoo@curiko.ca for more info! No experience needed\, for those new to comic creation! \nWe’ll explore storytelling\, character development\, panel layouts\, lettering and more to make and assemble our comic anthology together! First 3 sessions are online and last 3 sessions will be held in-person either in a Burnaby or Vancouver location (near transit lines). No experience needed – this is geared towards those who are new to comic creation. \n  \nJOIN THE EXPERIENCE\n  \n\nYour Host\, Scarlet Wings Kaili \n\nI’m an autistic comic artist and illustrator living with chronic illness. Since graduating from Emily Carr University of Art and Design\, I’ve been working on a mental health and fantasy graphic novel series\, Halfsoul. My various other projects have also included working on addiction resources\, music videos and contributing to many comic anthologies (as I will probably continue creating comics even after the world ends).
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/comic-creation-cohort-exploring-narratives-by-making-your-own-comic/2024-10-24/
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241024T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241024T190000
DTSTAMP:20260621T154520
CREATED:20241001T180424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T180424Z
UID:41688-1729789200-1729796400@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Real Talk Men's Pizza Party
DESCRIPTION:Guys with cognitive disabilities join over a casual meal of pizza & talk with a Certified Sexual Health Educator about dating\, love\, and sex . \nHang out\, eat some pizza\, watch some Real Talk videos\, and have a conversation about whatever is on your mind when it comes to dating\, love\, or sexual health. \nThis experience is in-person in New Westminster. Location to be confirmed at registration. \n  \nJOIN THE EXPERIENCE\n  \nReal Talk is a sexual health initiative. We want to make it less awkward for folks to talk to the people who support them about things like dating\, love\, relationships\, and sex. Most of us are Certified Sexual Health Educators. Our events are chill\, relaxed\, supportive places where people can try out having these kinds of conversations.
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/real-talk-mens-pizza-party/
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241024T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241024T203000
DTSTAMP:20260621T154520
CREATED:20240530T213329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T213814Z
UID:41515-1729796400-1729801800@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:FASD - Thinking Outside of the Box
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nThis family hangout is all about empowering conversations for individuals affected by FASD and those that support them. Join us for a family hangout that provides a safe place to share and connect. \n  \nCLICK TO REGISTER\nWE ASK ALL REGISTRANTS TO PLEASE REVIEW FSI’S ZOOM MEETING GUIDELINES BEFORE ATTENDING \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/ \n  \nAfter the session you are encouraged to share your feedback. This helps FSI improve our content to better serve the needs of families. https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/52ef23e13270439d9d97d32a0b229bbc \n  \nFSI is committed to making our events as accessible as possible to everyone who wants to attend. If you have accessibility needs\, please let us know when you register\, or send us an email to discuss your specific needs.” \nSign language (ASL) interpretation can be available with 3 week’s notice. Please identify that you require ASL when you register. \nDo you have any accessibility needs for this event? If yes\, details of your Requests should be submitted to this form https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/7e965206c9034dbcaa0281d5ed44132a  \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  \nAI recording or transcription tools (like Fireflies or note-taking bots) are not permitted. These programs can introduce vulnerabilities.
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/fasd-thinking-outside-of-the-box-8/2024-10-24/
CATEGORIES:FASD,FSI Event Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241025T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241025T140000
DTSTAMP:20260621T154520
CREATED:20231129T210522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231129T210522Z
UID:41741-1729861200-1729864800@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:MJ's Virtual Karaoke Room
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nEveryone is welcome for this weekly experience of singing hosted by MJ. Sing your heart out and cheer others on in MJ’s virtual Karaoke room! \nEvery Friday join MJ for an hour of Virtual Karaoke. You will take turns picking a song and unmuting yourself to sing. At the end\, you will choose a song together and sing as a group! This is a fun and supportive environment to sing and socialize. \nThis experience takes place over zoom. Host MJ will share their screen so everyone will see the song lyrics There will be loud music and you will hear Zoom people singing. \n  \nBOOK YOUR EXPERIENCE
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/mjs-virtual-karaoke-room/2024-10-25/
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241025T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241025T200000
DTSTAMP:20260621T154520
CREATED:20241001T194605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T194630Z
UID:41797-1729879200-1729886400@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Halloween Festivities: Central Spark
DESCRIPTION:Join Hao for a 👻Spooktacular🎃 & fang-tastic evening at Central Park. Get ready for a hauntingly good time!🍬 🍭 And witching you all a safe Halloween. May your Halloween be as sweet as candy and as spooky as a haunted house! There will be food trucks as well as spooktastic entertainment. We’ll meet outside Patterson station at 5932 Patterson St. \nJoin Hao for a spooky celebration at Central Park! There will be a drone & fireworks display. Fireworks @ 7:30 PM. Bring some money if you’d like to buy anything from the food trucks. We will meet by Patterson Skytrain Station (at 5932 Patterson St.) at the corner of Patterson and Central Boulevard\, and walk to the event together. \n  \nJOIN THE EXPERIENCE
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/halloween-festivities-central-spark/
LOCATION:Patterson Street Skytrain\, 5932 Patterson St.\, Burnaby\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241028T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241028T123000
DTSTAMP:20260621T154520
CREATED:20220113T200921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220113T200921Z
UID:41750-1730115000-1730118600@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:The Good Doctor
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nThe Good Doctor is a show about a surgeon living with Autism who moves to California to work at a prestigious hospital. Each week we’ll watch an episode and chat about some of the stuff that may have come up! \nAre there some shows that reflect experiences you see\, want more of in the world or disagree with? Each week we’ll catch an episode of The Good Doctor and chat about some of the thoughts\, questions and feelings that may have come up for folks. Critics and fans alike are welcome! The Good Doctor is a show about a surgeon living with Autism who moves to California to work at a famous hospital. \nJoin host Brodie on Zoom to watch an episode of The Good Doctor. Brodie says “I want to share this show because I am inspired by someone who has autism because I have autism and it makes me think I can also do great things like Dr. Shaun Murphy”. After the episode\, reflect and share your thoughts and feelings. \n  \nJOIN THE EXPERIENCE
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/the-good-doctor-with-brodie-and-dylan/2024-10-28/
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241028T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241028T140000
DTSTAMP:20260621T154520
CREATED:20241001T182327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T182327Z
UID:41756-1730120400-1730124000@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Song Sharing Circle
DESCRIPTION:In this experience\, we will be connecting to ourselves and each other through the medium of song. We may be singing\, discussing\, and listening to songs of all genres. This experience will be hosted by a music therapy intern and song enthusiast who believes in the healing power of music. All levels of musical experience are welcome! \nActivities in this group will include singing\, playing instruments\, drawing\, listening to songs\, and discussing them. Please note that all genres and varieties of music will be welcome here! \nThis experience is in-person! You’ll meet your host in Burnaby\, British Columbia\, near Metrotown! The exact address will be sent to you when the host confirms the experience! \n  \nJOIN THE EXPERIENCE
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/song-sharing-circle/2024-10-28/
LOCATION:Curiko Studios\, 4924 Imperial Street\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241028T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241028T140000
DTSTAMP:20260621T154520
CREATED:20241001T182849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T182849Z
UID:41766-1730120400-1730124000@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:y(O)ur Care!
DESCRIPTION:A bi-monthly meet up to talk wellness strategies. \nThis experience happens twice a month (at the start and at the end). We will begin with some gentle movements before having conversations on self care and community care. \n  \nJOIN THE EXPERIENCE\n  \n\nYour Host\, Shully\nHi\, I’m Shully (she/they) I’m a 28 year old Black queer chronically sick person. I love moving and figuring out different ways to connect my mind & body.
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/your-care/2024-10-28/
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241028T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241028T203000
DTSTAMP:20260621T154520
CREATED:20240617T173405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T200450Z
UID:40541-1730142000-1730147400@familysupportbc.com
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-judgemental 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.  \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. FSI is unique in Canada and the only grassroots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base. FSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY \n  \nFSI is committed to making our events as accessible as possible to everyone who wants to attend. If you have accessibility needs\, please let us know when you register\, or send us an email to discuss your specific needs. \nSign language (ASL) interpretation can be available with 3 week’s notice. Please identify that you require ASL when you register. \nDo you have any accessibility needs for this event? If yes\, details of your Requests should be submitted to this form https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/7e965206c9034dbcaa0281d5ed44132a  \nAI recording or transcription tools (like Fireflies or note-taking bots) are not permitted. These programs can introduce vulnerabilities. \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/ \n  \nAfter the session you are encouraged to share your feedback. This helps FSI improve our content to better serve the needs of families. https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/52ef23e13270439d9d97d32a0b229bbc \n  \nAll FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone only if access to computers and/or internet is a barrier.   If you need assistance registering for any session\, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403.  \n  \n*FGen
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/journey-through-grief-3/2024-10-28/
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241029T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241029T110000
DTSTAMP:20260621T154520
CREATED:20241011T170800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241011T170800Z
UID:41873-1730196000-1730199600@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Learn about Support Worker Central
DESCRIPTION:Support Worker Central is a province-wide job board where people with disabilities and their families can find support staff\, as well\, people looking for work can find a job supporting someone with a disability. There are over 1400 job seekers currently utilizing the job board. \n  \nCLICK TO REGISTER\n  \nAlexi McGreer has been the project manager for Support Worker Central for two years. Alexi is a communications and marketing professional\, and actively implements her skills and knowledge to expand awareness of Support Worker Central across the province.
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/learn-about-support-worker-central-5/
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar,Learning Exploration Sessions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241029T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241029T120000
DTSTAMP:20260621T154520
CREATED:20220831T182350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220831T182350Z
UID:41769-1730199600-1730203200@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Art Journaling
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nLet’s create and reflect! Art Journalling is all about being creative while looking inward and engaging in self-reflection.  \nTogether we will learn a new art-making technique and then work on an art journalling prompt that will get us both reflecting and creating. \nRemember to bring: Paper – you can use loose paper or a notebook. Pens\, pencils\, or markers. Any other of your favorite art-making supplies and tools. \nAccessibility: All art activities can be adapted to use different materials or materials in different ways. All activities will be demonstrated visually and verbally explained. Please let me know if you have any accessibility needs – including accessibility needs around art creation or making. \n  \nJOIN THE EXPERIENCE
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/art-journalling/2024-10-29/
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241029T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241029T150000
DTSTAMP:20260621T154520
CREATED:20241001T183355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T183355Z
UID:41775-1730210400-1730214000@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Meditation Explorers: Looking Inward Together
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this 4-week cohort (online zoom sessions)\, where we will be exploring and practicing meditation in different ways! At Curiko\, a cohort is a group experience that runs consecutively for a certain amount of weeks so we can connect\, explore and grow together. \nDuring this 4-week cohort\, we will explore soft eye meditation\, breath meditation and body scanning\, plus share about each other’s experiences with meditation. \n  \nJOIN THE EXPERIENCE
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/meditation-explorers-looking-inward-together/2024-10-29/
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241029T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241029T160000
DTSTAMP:20260621T154520
CREATED:20240117T195049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T195051Z
UID:38838-1730210400-1730217600@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Reflection Cafe - Creekside Coffee Factory
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nJoin Curiko coaches Tamsen & Bella at this month’s Reflection Cafe for 2 hours of connection and reflection! We will meet at “Creekside Coffee Factory”\, located in Westwood Mall at 3000 Lougheed Hwy. You can enjoy one coffee or tea on us but please bring cash/credit card if you’d like to buy a snack or an extra drink. \n  \nBOOK YOUR EXPERIENCE
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/reflection-cafe/
LOCATION:Creekside Coffee Factory\, 3000 Lougheed Hwy. #103\, Coquitlam\, BC\, V3B 1C5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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