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 “What is infant mental health? How is it measured? What can be some concerns to refer or seek help?”, this topic will be discussed with guest speakers Megan Klotz and Heidi Preston from Child and Youth Mental Health. Families and caregivers of children ages 0-8 are invited to […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Everyone has dreams and goals. For people with a disability it can take planning and ingenuity to identify dreams and goals and make them a reality. WayFinders is a free program that is here to help. WayFinders Facilitators support families with person-centered planning and visioning to set the […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Join our conversation to understand how Youth diversion, the Youth Justice Act, and Youth services can be more accommodating for those affected with an FASD, and how the Truth & Reconciliation section 34 Calls to Action are helpful to those living with an FASD. A former Youth Probationer […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Everyone has dreams and goals. For people with a disability it can take planning and ingenuity to identify dreams and goals and make them a reality. WayFinders is a free program that is here to help. WayFinders Facilitators support families with person-centered planning and visioning to set the […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Do you have a child who is in the care of the Ministry of Children and Family Development through a special needs or voluntary care agreement? To place a child with extra support needs into the care of the Ministry of Children and Family Development is a […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Families and caregivers of children ages 0-8 are invited to come together in a safe space for camaraderie, inspiration, problem solving, and support. Bring your thoughts, questions and wonderings to the conversation circle and share and encourage each other. GUEST SPEAKER: Crystal Dirkson - Speech and Language Pathologist […]
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 Complex behaviours are hard to handle! Whether those behaviours come from poor impulse control, language difficulties or oppositional tendencies, caregivers still struggle to understand and we all want to help. Join our Family Hangout for Challenging Behaviours and share with other caregivers who experience similar issues. Knowing that […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Complex behaviours are hard to handle! Whether those behaviours come from poor impulse control, language difficulties or oppositional tendencies, caregivers still struggle to understand and we all want to help. Join our Family Hangout for Challenging Behaviours and share with other caregivers who experience similar issues. Knowing that […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Complex behaviours are hard to handle! Whether those behaviours come from poor impulse control, language difficulties or oppositional tendencies, caregivers still struggle to understand and we all want to help. Join our Family Hangout for Challenging Behaviours and share with other caregivers who experience similar issues. Knowing that […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Complex behaviours are hard to handle! Whether those behaviours come from poor impulse control, language difficulties or oppositional tendencies, caregivers still struggle to understand and we all want to help. Join our Family Hangout for Challenging Behaviours and share with other caregivers who experience similar issues. Knowing that […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Complex behaviours are hard to handle! Whether those behaviours come from poor impulse control, language difficulties or oppositional tendencies, caregivers still struggle to understand and we all want to help. Join our Family Hangout for Challenging Behaviours and share with other caregivers who experience similar issues. Knowing that […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Complex behaviours are hard to handle! Whether those behaviours come from poor impulse control, language difficulties or oppositional tendencies, caregivers still struggle to understand and we all want to help. Join our Family Hangout for Challenging Behaviours and share with other caregivers who experience similar issues. Knowing that […]
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:
Join Lynnetta, for an hour of information and conversation around boundaries/personal space. We will be talking about what this means, why it is important and how you can respect yours and other boundaries and personal space. Join the meeting though Google Meets by clicking here
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, March 17th “Photography and Disability” with Darrell Hyatt. ASL […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events There will be prizes drawn throughout the event, as well as a prize for the winning team and winning individual! Register for $20 per person by clicking the link below Start tracking your steps on March 21st! You can use this handy Step Conversion Guide to count steps for various […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Crafting with Tami, hosted by Speak Up Self Advocacy Awareness Society (SUSA) Join the Zoom Meeting by clicking here
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.
Pivot Point Family Growth Centre Inc. 1655 9th Ave, Prince George, BC
1655 9th Ave, Prince George, British Columbia, Canada
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Our Helping Adolescents Network and Grow: H.A.N.G. style groups are designed to be fun social environments where teen peers with Diverse Abilities get together to network with others who share common interests. Each session includes structured greeting activities, group activity planning, gentle in-the-moment coaching, and feedback on observed […]
Corpus Christi Catholic Church
750 Rutland Road North, Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Safe and Secure: 7 Steps on the Path to a Good Life for People with Disabilities is an inspirational guidebook for families and friends. Every family supporting a person with a disability is concerned about the future; "what will happen when we can no longer support our child?” […]
Enhance client engagement with the TREAT Client Information System Discover how Yukon's Mental Wellness and Substance Use Services are using new Client Information System technology to stay connected to their clients through the pandemic and beyond. Webinar Focus: How the TREAT Client Information System facilitates new ways of working that rely less on physical interaction, building […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events EVERY MONTH, WE HOST EVENTS FOR FAMILIES CALLED ‘IN THE KNOW’. WE WATCH A VIDEO AND SHARE EXPERIENCES AND STRATEGIES THAT HELP IN THE HARD MOMENTS. WE HELP FOCUS ON STRENGTHENING OUR UNDERSTANDING AND CONNECTION WITH OUR KIDS. Join us in watching a video presentation by Dr. Duncan, […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events There will be prizes drawn throughout the event, as well as a prize for the winning team and winning individual! Register for $20 per person by clicking the link below Start tracking your steps on March 21st! You can use this handy Step Conversion Guide to count steps for various […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Our Helping Adolescents Network and Grow: H.A.N.G. style groups are designed to be fun social environments where teen peers with Diverse Abilities get together to network with others who share common interests. Each session includes structured greeting activities, group activity planning, gentle in-the-moment coaching, and feedback on observed […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Do you have CLBC funded respite and want to learn more about the new Family Respite Policy options for your family? You are invited to join this session to connect with others and explore tools and solutions. *Last 10 minutes of this call will be a Facebook Live […]
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 together in a safe space for connection, understanding, inspiration, capacity building, and non-judgmental support. Whether your experience is a new diagnosis, life stage, or loss, […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events “What is infant mental health? How is it measured? What can be some concerns to refer or seek help?”, this topic will be discussed with guest speakers Megan Klotz and Heidi Preston from Child and Youth Mental Health. Families and caregivers of children ages 0-8 are invited to […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Everyone has dreams and goals. For people with a disability it can take planning and ingenuity to identify dreams and goals and make them a reality. WayFinders is a free program that is here to help. WayFinders Facilitators support families with person-centered planning and visioning to set the […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Safe and Secure: 7 Steps on the Path to a Good Life for People with Disabilities is an inspirational guidebook for families and friends. Every family supporting a person with a disability is concerned about the future; "what will happen when we can no longer support our child?” […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Join our conversation to understand how Youth diversion, the Youth Justice Act, and Youth services can be more accommodating for those affected with an FASD, and how the Truth & Reconciliation section 34 Calls to Action are helpful to those living with an FASD. A former Youth Probationer […]
Enhance client engagement with the TREAT Client Information System Discover how Yukon's Mental Wellness and Substance Use Services are using new Client Information System technology to stay connected to their clients through the pandemic and beyond. Webinar Focus: How the TREAT Client Information System facilitates new ways of working that rely less on physical interaction, building […]
Join Lynnetta, for an hour of information and conversation around boundaries/personal space. We will be talking about what this means, why it is important and how you can respect yours and other boundaries and personal space. Join the meeting though Google Meets by clicking here
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events EVERY MONTH, WE HOST EVENTS FOR FAMILIES CALLED ‘IN THE KNOW’. WE WATCH A VIDEO AND SHARE EXPERIENCES AND STRATEGIES THAT HELP IN THE HARD MOMENTS. WE HELP FOCUS ON STRENGTHENING OUR UNDERSTANDING AND CONNECTION WITH OUR KIDS. Join us in watching a video presentation by Dr. Duncan, […]
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, March 17th “Photography and Disability” with Darrell Hyatt. ASL […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events There will be prizes drawn throughout the event, as well as a prize for the winning team and winning individual! Register for $20 per person by clicking the link below Start tracking your steps on March 21st! You can use this handy Step Conversion Guide to count steps for various […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Crafting with Tami, hosted by Speak Up Self Advocacy Awareness Society (SUSA) Join the Zoom Meeting by clicking here
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Do you have a child who is in the care of the Ministry of Children and Family Development through a special needs or voluntary care agreement? To place a child with extra support needs into the care of the Ministry of Children and Family Development is a […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events All About Anime, hosted by Self Advocates of the Rockies Society Check out Anime online here: https://m.wcostream.com/ Join Google Meets by clicking here or join by phone: +1 587-687-7657
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Each week, hosts Terry and Hannah will take you an trip to another country. Together, we'll explore that country's history, culture and traditions. They'll also be a small (just for fun) quiz about the previous session's country, to see what stuck with you! This is an experience hosted […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events How to Stretch Your Budget and Save, hosted by Okanagan Self Advocacy Group Join the Okanagan Self Advocacy Group for, How to Stretch Your Budget and Save!, with speaker Denise Martell. Denise is a Marketing Director from World Financial Group. To register for this presentation, please contact: Linda […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events 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 […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Families and caregivers of children ages 0-8 are invited to come together in a safe space for camaraderie, inspiration, problem solving, and support. Bring your thoughts, questions and wonderings to the conversation circle and share and encourage each other. GUEST SPEAKER: Crystal Dirkson - Speech and Language Pathologist […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Everyone has dreams and goals. For people with a disability it can take planning and ingenuity to identify dreams and goals and make them a reality. WayFinders is a free program that is here to help. WayFinders Facilitators support families with person-centered planning and visioning to set the […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events We are unveiling out Hip Hop video series for the first time ever! Join folks involved in the production to view the first video, try out some moves, and ask questions. Together we will watch the first video, try out the moves, and then folks will have the […]