Family Support Institute

Recipes for Respite
2021-07-05 18:30 - 19:30 (America/Vancouver) | https://familysupportbc.com/event/recipes-for-respite-25/2021-07-05/
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What’s your Recipe for Respite? COVID is still here. And families need a break to stay safe and strong.We’re interested in learning about and sharing what families are already doing to get a break, as well as understanding the unique ingredients still needed to make respite a reality. Please join our discussion circle about how we can work together for families and their loved ones to have a safe and helpful break from the significant and daily stresses going on right now.

Click Here to Register!

Family Support Institute of BC (FSI) is a provincial not-for-profit society committed to supporting families who have a family member with a disability. FSI is unique in Canada and the only grass roots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base.
FSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY
You are invited to join FSI CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS, a private Facebook Group intended to continue conversations of support or provide an alternative platform for support. www.facebook.com/groups/fsicontinuingconversations/
All FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone only if access to computers and/or internet is a barrier. If you need assistance registering for any session, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403.
*FG

About FSI - Elk Valley
2021-07-07 17:30 - 19:00 | https://familysupportbc.com/event/about-fsi-elk-valley/
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Want to connect with other parents and caregivers like you? They’re out there! Through the BC Family Support Institute, you can connect to a peer-support program that connects you to parents living a similar narrative as yours. Join us to learn about the Family Support Institute of BC, our model of support and all the wonderful tools and resources we have put together for families over the years. This is also an opportunity to meet your local volunteer Resource Parents.
To REGISTER for this session click here:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcpdOihrDkvEtY3oA8Pmz2_XSkAgiezZfSc
Family Support Institute of BC (FSI) is a provincial not-for-profit society committed to supporting families who have a family member with a disability.
FSI is unique in Canada and the only grass roots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base.
FSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY
You are invited to join FSI CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS, a private Facebook Group intended to continue conversations of support or provide an alternative platform for support. www.facebook.com/groups/fsicontinuingconversations/
All FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone only if access to computers and/or internet is a barrier. If you need assistance registering for any session, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403.
*FSI

Music on Friday Night
2021-07-09 19:00 - 21:00 | https://familysupportbc.com/event/music-on-friday-night/
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Come join SALN for a evening of Music with Paul
Click here to register

Regular BINGO
2021-07-12 13:00 - 14:00 | https://familysupportbc.com/event/regular-bingo/
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Hosted by Kamloops Speaking Up Self-Advocacy Awareness Society (SUSA)
Join through Zoom Meeting by clicking here

Learn about Sheltered Workshops
2021-07-12 15:00 - 16:00 | https://familysupportbc.com/event/learn-about-sheltered-workshops/
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This presentation is for anyone who wants to learn more about human rights from People First members in BC. It is about one of the societal barriers to inclusion and equality for many people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Canada – Sheltered Workshops.
Employment is one of our priorities for People First members. People First has been talking about Sheltered Workshops for a long time. Members have done surveys and focus groups to help understand this issue. People First of Canada (PFC) also hired a research company to help find out more about this issue. They surveyed agencies in different provinces and territories to get more information. All of this work helped us put together this presentation that is being given by members of our BC People First Presentation Team: Lorie Sherritt, Manjeet Ghangass, and David Johnston. Thank you for joining us!
The goal of this presentation is to bring attention to the problem of Sheltered Work and Workshops in Canada. Not enough people know about this issue. It’s happening across our country and it’s been going on for a long time – too long. Another goal is to give people in the community a way to help People First by taking action. We are sharing different things that can be done to help change the situation for people who are hurt by Sheltered Workshops.
Learning Outcomes:
Learn about Sheltered Workshops in Canada and how they affect people with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
Learn how to support real work for real pay.
Learn different things to do that can help change the situation and ways to take action.
Register to attend the event HERE, click link.

Please register by Friday, July 9th. We will send an email reminder through your Eventbrite registration with the Zoom login information to all registered attendees on July 10th, 2 days before the event. (Check your promotions folder if you don’t find it in your inbox this day – You can also check the Eventbrite online event page to get the login link). We hope you can make it!

About FSI - Cranbrook/Kimberley/Creston
2021-07-12 17:30 - 19:00 | https://familysupportbc.com/event/about-fsi-cranbrook-kimberley-creston/
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Want to connect with other parents and caregivers like you? They’re out there! Through the BC Family Support Institute, you can connect to a peer-support program that connects you to parents living a similar narrative as yours. Join us to learn about the Family Support Institute of BC, our model of support and all the wonderful tools and resources we have put together for families over the years. This is also an opportunity to meet your local volunteer Resource Parents.
To REGISTER for this session click here:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUtdO6srjIpGdKXlUQgCwxHwifzLH2oUuc6
Family Support Institute of BC (FSI) is a provincial not-for-profit society committed to supporting families who have a family member with a disability.
FSI is unique in Canada and the only grass roots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base.
FSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY
You are invited to join FSI CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS, a private Facebook Group intended to continue conversations of support or provide an alternative platform for support. www.facebook.com/groups/fsicontinuingconversations/
All FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone only if access to computers and/or internet is a barrier. If you need assistance registering for any session, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403.
*FSI

Virtual Art Gallery: Art Share & Tell
2021-07-13 12:00 - 13:00 | https://familysupportbc.com/event/virtual-art-gallery-art-share-tell-2/2021-07-13/
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Whether you’ve been using BACI Caravan kits, joining Heather’s Expressive Arts calls, or writing, drawing, and creating in your spare time, we would love to see what you’ve been making!
Bring the art you’ve been making– crafts, drawing, poems– to share and tell about.
For this event, you’ll need a phone, tablet or laptop and the zoom app.
To join the event click this link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89698189333?pwd=[REDACTED]
or enter the meeting ID 896 9818 9333.
The password to join the call is “zoom”.

Real Talk Women’s Zoom Hangout
2021-07-15 15:00 - 17:00 | https://familysupportbc.com/event/real-talk-womens-zoom-hangout/
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Hey folks! This is a women’s-only event. It’s open to all women.
Real Talk events have moved onto Zoom! You’ll need a computer / smartphone / tablet, headphones, and (ideally) a private place to watch.
Everybody has questions about dating, love, relationships, and sex. Things like:
How do I meet a boyfriend / girlfriend / partner?
How do I let my family know that I want to date?
How can I make sex safer?
What is consent?
Register for the event here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/real-talk-womens-zoom-hangout-thursday-july-15th-tickets-161145435335
It’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.
If 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.
Please 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.

Disability Identity - Self Promotion and Social Media Presence
2021-07-15 16:00 - 18:00 | https://familysupportbc.com/event/disability-identity-self-promotion-and-social-media-presence/
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Disabled Community Connection Network (DCCN) is a monthly communication and information group for people of all ages (16+) with any disability. This group is hosted by the North Shore Disability Resource Centre. This group is facilitated by and for people with disabilities.
The next group is Thursday, July 15th “Disability Identity – Self Promotion and Social Media Presence” with Marco Pasqua.
ASL Interpretation is provided!
Please Email L.Stinson@nsdrc.org or call 604-985-5371 to register and for the Zoom login information

Marco’s Bio:
Marco Pasqua is an award-winning Entrepreneur, Accessibility Consultant and Inspirational Speaker with Cerebral Palsy. Throughout his life, Marco has been involved with a number of organizations as a spokesperson, including the Cerebral Palsy Association of BC, helping to spread advocacy for persons with disabilities across Canada. As an Accessibility and Inclusion Consultant, he has worked with some of BC’s biggest change-driven business leaders who are champions for more accessible, inclusive workplaces. It’s through these experiences that he is helping to pave the way for all Canadians to have universal access to the programs, services and places that they live, work and play.

FASD - Thinking Outside of the Box
2021-07-15 19:00 - 20:30, 2021-08-05 19:00 - 20:30, 2021-08-19 19:00 - 20:30 | BC
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Empowering conversations for individuals affected by FASD and those that support them. A family hangout that provides a safe place to share and connect.

Click Here to Register!

Family Support Institute of BC (FSI) is a provincial not-for-profit society committed to supporting families who have a family member with a disability. FSI is unique in Canada and the only grass roots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base.
FSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY
You are invited to join FSI CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS, a private Facebook Group intended to continue conversations of support or provide an alternative platform for support. www.facebook.com/groups/fsicontinuingconversations/
All FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone only if access to computers and/or internet is a barrier. If you need assistance registering for any session, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403.
*FSI

Housing & Self-Advocacy Panel
2021-07-19 15:00 - 16:00 | https://familysupportbc.com/event/housing-self-advocacy-panel/
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Do you want to learn from people with experience fighting for their rights in an ableist society? Do you want to find out more about self-advocacy skills and overcoming obstacles when it comes to housing rights for people with disabilities in British Columbia? Join our panel of experienced self-advocates for stories, advice, and a live Q&A about the challenges and solutions people have found!
Register to attend the event HERE, click link.
Please register by Friday, July 16th. We will send an email reminder through your Eventbrite registration with the Zoom login information to all registered attendees on July 17th, 2 days before the event. (Check your promotions/junk folder if you don’t find it in your inbox this day – You can also check the Eventbrite online event page to get the Zoom login link). We hope you can make it!
Panel members will share stories from their lives about housing experiences to highlight why self-advocacy and community living are essential. There will be time for questions from the audience at the end – panel members will answer questions about their presentations and share advice with people who want to learn more about standing up for their housing rights.
Meet the Panel:
Jo-Anne Gauthier, BCPF President & Self-Advocate Mentor
Lorie Sherritt, Self-Advocate & Self-Advocate Consultant
Margaux Wosk, Self-Advocate & Artist
Gerry Juzenas, Self-Advocate & Public Speaker

About FSI - Nelson/Kaslo/Nakusp
2021-07-19 18:30 - 20:00 | https://familysupportbc.com/event/about-fsi-nelson-kaslo-nakusp/
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Want to connect with other parents and caregivers like you? They’re out there! Through the BC Family Support Institute, you can connect to a peer-support program that connects you to parents living a similar narrative as yours. Join us to learn about the Family Support Institute of BC, our model of support and all the wonderful tools and resources we have put together for families over the years. This is also an opportunity to meet your local volunteer Resource Parents.
To REGISTER for this session click here:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUqc-isqjstH9fBO6RP7T4keUU5D0DZGxQZ
Family Support Institute of BC (FSI) is a provincial not-for-profit society committed to supporting families who have a family member with a disability.
FSI is unique in Canada and the only grass roots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base.
FSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY
You are invited to join FSI CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS, a private Facebook Group intended to continue conversations of support or provide an alternative platform for support. www.facebook.com/groups/fsicontinuingconversations/
All FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone only if access to computers and/or internet is a barrier. If you need assistance registering for any session, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403.
*FSI

About FSI - Trail/Castlegar/Boundary
2021-07-21 18:30 - 20:00 | https://familysupportbc.com/event/about-fsi-trail-castlegar-boundary/
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Want to connect with other parents and caregivers like you? They’re out there! Through the BC Family Support Institute, you can connect to a peer-support program that connects you to parents living a similar narrative as yours. Join us to learn about the Family Support Institute of BC, our model of support and all the wonderful tools and resources we have put together for families over the years. This is also an opportunity to meet your local volunteer Resource Parents.
To REGISTER for this session click here:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYsf-mhpzoiGtw_2vAcB59LG81XIiZy6YCH
Family Support Institute of BC (FSI) is a provincial not-for-profit society committed to supporting families who have a family member with a disability.
FSI is unique in Canada and the only grass roots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base.
FSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY
You are invited to join FSI CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS, a private Facebook Group intended to continue conversations of support or provide an alternative platform for support. www.facebook.com/groups/fsicontinuingconversations/
All FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone only if access to computers and/or internet is a barrier. If you need assistance registering for any session, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403.
*FSI

Game Chat/Hangman
2021-07-22 14:00 - 15:00 | https://familysupportbc.com/event/game-chat-hangman/

Art & Chat with Joni
2021-07-27 11:00 - 12:00 | https://familysupportbc.com/event/art-chat-with-joni-4/
Join awesome Art Therapist Joni for a fun morning of making art and chatting. Each week Joni has a cool new project that she’ll be showing us how to make, and as we work on our art we’ll check in with each other and share some laughs. It’s a fun, low-key way to get artsy and see friends! Everyone is welcome.
July 27 – Camping

For this project you will need:
Camping template: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dtDTuS5zoKkprBbpEmVqZDLmZOptN3ql/view?usp=drivesdk
Something to colour with (markers, pencil crayons, etc.)
Some twigs
White glue
Joni is the creator of Art for Alzheimer’s Care – Check out her fabulous YouTube channel for more of her crafts!
click here to join the meeting.
The password to all events is “LSonline”

Music Trivia
2021-07-28 13:00 - 14:00 | https://familysupportbc.com/event/music-trivia/
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hosted by Kamloops Speaking Up Self-Advocacy Awareness Society (SUSA)
Join though Zoom Meeting by clicking here

Art & Chat with Joni
2021-08-03 11:00 - 12:00 | https://familysupportbc.com/event/art-chat-with-joni-5/2021-08-03/
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Join awesome Art Therapist Joni for a fun morning of making art and chatting. Each week Joni has a cool new project that she’ll be showing us how to make, and as we work on our art we’ll check in with each other and share some laughs. It’s a fun, low-key way to get artsy and see friends! Everyone is welcome.
Joni is the creator of Art for Alzheimer’s Care – Check out her fabulous YouTube channel for more of her crafts!
click here to join the meeting
The password to all events is “LSonline”

Recipes for Respite
2021-08-09 12:00 - 13:30 | https://familysupportbc.com/event/recipes-for-respite-27/2021-08-09/
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What’s your Recipe for Respite?
COVID is still here. And families need a break to stay safe and strong. We’re interested in learning about and sharing what families are already doing to get a break, as well as understanding the unique ingredients still needed to make respite a reality. Please join our discussion circle about how we can work together for families and their loved ones to have a safe and helpful break from the significant and daily stresses going on right now and into the next year.
THEMES:
August 9 – Transitioning to CLBC and the new world of respite
August 23 – Fun Quick Crafts with Annette Shepherd
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Family Support Institute of BC (FSI) is a provincial not-for-profit society committed to supporting families who have a family member with a disability. FSI is unique in Canada and the only grass roots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base.
FSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY
You are invited to join FSI CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS, a private Facebook Group intended to continue conversations of support or provide an alternative platform for support. www.facebook.com/groups/fsicontinuingconversations/
All FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone only if access to computers and/or internet is a barrier. If you need assistance registering for any session, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403.
*FG

DSRF Webinar: Introduction to Sign Language
2021-08-10 10:00 - 12:00 | https://familysupportbc.com/event/dsrf-webinar-introduction-to-sign-language/
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Introduction to Sign Language: Promoting Communication in Down Syndrome is an introductory workshop is intended for individuals who live or work with children with Down syndrome developing language, who have no previous experience with sign language and are interested in learning.
Participants will get the opportunity to learn some basic sign language vocabulary and the benefits of using it to enhance their interactions. Participants will gain an understanding of what is verbal and nonverbal communication, debunk the myths and facts of sign language and gain an appreciation and understanding of American Sign Language (ASL) and Signing Exact English (SEE). Participants will also discuss meaningful ways to integrate it into their day and sign language resources available.
Suggested donation is $10
Click here to register, space is limited.

Queer Movie Night, SIXpo Edition: GBF
2021-08-15 19:00 - 21:15 | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=krEdqwLLASw
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Queer movie night is back! This month, we’re taking a break from the TV series “Special” to watch a full movie. It’s a fun comedy about coming out in High School.
For this event, you’ll need a phone, tablet or laptop and the zoom app.
To join the event click this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86367884463?pwd=[REDACTED] enter the meeting ID 863 6788 4463.
the password is “zoom”

“Constructed Identities” by Persimmon Blackbridge
2021-08-18 19:00 - 20:00 | HSBC Building, 885 West Georgia, Vancouver BC, HSBC Building, 885 West Georgia, Vancouver, BC, Canada
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Kickstart Disability Arts & Culture is thrilled to present the solo exhibition “Constructed Identities” by Persimmon Blackbridge, one of Canada’s most recognized Artists that identifies as living with a disability.
Constructed Identities, a major show of work by Persimmon Blackbridge, uses mixed media wood carving with found objects to question how disability is framed as a fracturing of ordinary life rather than a normal, expected part of it. Her exploration of the figure begins in disability, but necessarily complicates itself as our embodied identities intersect and overlap.
Pendulum Gallery
HSBC Building, 885 West Georgia, Vancouver BC
Gallery Hours:
Monday – Wednesday: 9am – 6pm
Thursday & Friday: 9am – 9pm
Saturday: 9am – 5pm
Admission to Pendulum Gallery is free to the public and wheelchair accessible
Not able to see the exhibition in person?
Join us for a Virtual Walkthrough with our Artistic Director Jenna Reid and Guest Curator Yuri Arajs!
Wednesday August 18th, 2021 at 7PM (PST)
Livestream on Facebook
*please note ASL will not be available for the live streamed event, and captioning may not be available. the recorded video will be made available with captioning at a later date*

SIXpo Festival: Christian Coffee Chat - Open House
2021-08-19 13:00 - 14:00 | https://familysupportbc.com/event/sixpo-festival-christian-coffee-chat-open-house/
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Join Paul Emmond and Frances Kitson, for a conversation about Christianity, family, love and relationships. On Thursday between 1 and 2pm PST. Staff helping participants receive these invitations – we are able send the invitation directly to their email if they chose to provide us with an address. Also staff, please attend as you are, with cameras on and open hearts – we would love to have you as part of the conversation no matter your religious views.
For this event, you’ll need a phone, tablet or laptop and the zoom app.
To join the event click this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85278818027
Meeting ID: 852 7881 8027
the password is “259669”

World Photography Day
2021-08-19 18:00 - 19:00 | https://familysupportbc.com/event/world-photography-day/
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DJFunTown and Right-On Photography hope you can join them as this will be their grand finale to the Self-Advocate grant project and they would like to share their passions to everyone and show how much photography means to them in daily life including during COVID-19.
Hosted by Duane and Jonathan from Self Advocates of the Rockies (SAOR)

Join through Google Meets by clicking here

Real Talk Classic - SIXpo Edition
2021-08-19 18:30 - 20:30 | https://familysupportbc.com/event/real-talk-classic-sixpo-edition/
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Adults with cognitive disabilities get together to talk about dating, love, relationships, and sex with a Certified Sexual Health Educator.

Real Talk events are on Zoom for now. You’ll need a computer / smartphone / tablet, headphones, and (ideally) a private place to watch.
Everybody has questions about dating, love, relationships, and sex. Things like:
– How do I meet a boyfriend / girlfriend / partner?
– How do I let my family know that I want to date?
– How can I make sex safer?
– What is consent?

It’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.
If 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.
Register and get the Zoom Link at:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/165482361197
Please 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. Sadly, we can’t accommodate latecomers to our events! Please arrive no later than 10 minutes after the start time!

SIXpo Festival: How to Plan a Date like in a Reality TV Show
2021-08-20 15:00 - 17:00 | https://familysupportbc.com/event/sixpo-festival-how-to-plan-a-date-like-in-a-reality-tv-show/
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Have you seen some reality dating shows on TV? Have you been jealous of the romantic, adventurous dates shown? Have you ever wondered how to plan a date as good as TV? Come join Melissa for a chat about what it’s like to be a date producer (the person that’s behind all those fabulous TV dates).
For this event, you’ll need a phone, tablet or laptop and the zoom app.
To join the event click this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86562094137?pwd=[REDACTED]
or enter the meeting ID 865 6209 4137.
the password is “zoom”

Summer Institute 2021
2021-08-23 08:00 - 16:30 | https://familysupportbc.com/event/summer-institute-2021/2021-08-23/
SESSION INFO:
Creating the Future-Partnerships for Inclusive Learning Conference
On August 23-25, 2021, participants from all over BC will come together virtually to hear and learn from people who have extensive experience in Inclusive Learning and who have been doing this heart work for decades.
Keynote speakers include:
Shelley Moore | Monday, August 23rd | Identity and Inclusion
Sue Sterling-Bur | Tuesday, August 24th | Indigenous Giftedness and Inclusion
Dr. Leyton Schnellert | Wednesday, August 25th | Developing Student Voice in Inclusive Classrooms
The individual strands and keynote speeches will take place virtually.
Please click link below for more conference details and to register.
https://bcinclusivelearning.com/event-info/#registration
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Music Trivia
2021-08-25 13:00 - 14:00 | https://familysupportbc.com/event/music-trivia-3/

Music Trivia
2021-08-25 14:00 - 15:00 | https://familysupportbc.com/event/music-trivia-2/
