This calendar is updated regularly, so please check back often. Get in touch if you have an event to share with us.
FSI offers various Family Hangouts and Learning Explorations.
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events 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, […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events 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 […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events 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, […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events 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, […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events 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 […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events 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, […]
FSI offers various Family Hangouts and Learning Explorations.
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events 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 […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events 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 […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events 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 […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events 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 […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events 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 […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events 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 […]
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:
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Come join SALN for a evening of Music with Paul Click here to register
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Hosted by Kamloops Speaking Up Self-Advocacy Awareness Society (SUSA) Join through Zoom Meeting by clicking here
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events 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 […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events 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 […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events 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 […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events 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 […]
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.
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events 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 […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events 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 […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Families: An Invaluable Presence At The Hospital A conversation between Debbie C., RN, RPN, Care Management Leader at PAU (Psychiatric Assessment Unit) at VGH and Isabella Mori, Family Support and Involvement Coordinator, Community, Mental Health and Substance Use Services, VCH. Join us for our zoom meetings in which […]
Ending isolation through personal support networks About the Course Finding friendship and making personal connections in one’s community can present challenges for us all under the most robust of conditions; for those who are isolated due to disability, illness or old age, developing a personal support network can seem insurmountable. At the heart of Plan […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events BC’s Office of the Human Rights Commissioner has released a hate speech guide to help people in B.C. better understand hate speech and their rights and responsibilities under the law. And we want to talk about it with you. In this public session, our Legal and Engagement teams […]
Mental Health Matters: Taking Care Of Yourself With the last year and a bit, Covid-19 has taught us a lot about ourselves and our community. Take some time to listen to registered UNITI Counsellor, Shabnam (Shab) Khan RPC, MPCC; Self Advocates of Semiahmoo (SAS) member, Asma Patel; and other SAS members discuss how they have […]
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SESSION INFO: « Back to all events 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, […] |
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SESSION INFO: « Back to all events What Lower Mainland Hikes and Adventures is all about: We connect together as a group of people who want to hike and build a greater appreciation of the outdoors. We recognize that life comes at different speeds for all of us, and sharing the challenge of hiking, kayaking, […] |
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SESSION INFO: « Back to all events 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, […]
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SESSION INFO: « Back to all events 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 […] |
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SESSION INFO: « Back to all events 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, […] |
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SESSION INFO: « Back to all events 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 […]
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SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Hosted by Kamloops Speaking Up Self-Advocacy Awareness Society (SUSA) Join through Zoom Meeting by clicking here |
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SESSION INFO: « Back to all events 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 […] |
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SESSION INFO: « Back to all events 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 […]
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SESSION INFO: « Back to all events 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 […] |
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SESSION INFO: « Back to all events 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 […]
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SESSION INFO: « Back to all events 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, […] |
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SESSION INFO: « Back to all events 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, […] |
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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 […] |
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