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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.  

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Navigating the Early Years

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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. Our guest speakers' presentation is primarily focused on Early […]

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Transitioning to Adulthood Series: PWD Supplements

SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Please join the Family Support Institute and Special Guest Speakers from MSDPR for our zoom presentation to learn about PWD Supplements and other services available to your youth.   CLICK HERE TO REGISTER   Family Support Institute of BC (FSI) is a provincial not-for-profit society committed to supporting […]

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Find a Mentor, Be a Mentor

SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Peer Support. Community, Resources. There’s an entire community of people out there to connect with and share your experiences with! ~ “It is nice to just sit with people who get it” ~ FSIBC Volunteer Resource Parent Daniel Allen The family Support Institute of BC (FSIBC) is the […]

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FASD Themed Series: The Foster Family Coalition of the NWT

Please join Tammy Roberts, Leesa Myers and Sandra Noel from The Foster Family Coalition of the NWT to discuss the 4Y and 4Y Justice Programs.  The 4Y Program began in June 2019 due to the apparent need for direct support for young people with PAE and FASD as they transition into adulthood. In Yellowknife, the […]

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Transitioning to Adulthood Series: STADD

SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Do you have a youth who lives with extra support needs and will be transitioning out of high school soon? Please join the Family Support Institute and special guest speakers Julie Thiele and Darlene Issac Navigators from STADD (Services to Adults with Development Disabilities) on our upcoming zoom […]

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Navigating the Early Years

Virtual Event

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. Each month we will feature a new topic and […]

Family Hangouts

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.  

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Challenging Behaviours

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 […]

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Challenging Behaviours

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 […]

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Challenging Behaviours

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 […]

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Challenging Behaviours

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 […]

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Challenging Behaviours

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 […]

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Challenging Behaviours

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 […]

Calendar for Connections

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: .

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Monthly Hiking Group | In Person

Meet up with fellow nature lovers and walk together in Stanley Park! Meet up in person for a short group hike exploring and getting comfortable in the beautiful Lower Mainland nature. We will meet at Spokes Bicycle Rental and walk to Stanley Park from there! Hike Details Meeting Location Dress for the weather - bring […]

Artist Spotlight

Join us for this live interview series with a different artist every time! We'll learn more about their creative journey and have time for questions! At our next Artist Spotlight on Tuesday Nov.8, we're meeting artist Nicole Heddema, who also works with "Artists Helping Artists". Learn more about her art journey and her work with […]

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BCPF Panel Presentation: Self-Advocacy, Leadership Skills & Group Facilitation Skills

Do you want to learn from people with experience fighting for their rights in an ableist society? Do you want to learn from leaders in the People First movement in BC? Join our panel of experienced self-advocates for stories, advice, and a live Q&A about the skills needed for group facilitation and leadership opportunities. We'll […]

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Healthy Cooking with Geoffrey

Come join Geoffrey as he teaches how to cook healthy food. When: November 16, 1pm-2pm PST/ 2pm-3pm MST Where: For more information you can email: or call (250) 572-6009

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Radical Care | In Person

Alternative Creation Studio 1659 Venables Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Join a Radical Care Space, in person! Come by to make something with clay and share stories with others. Hosted at Alternatives Gallery (1659 Venables St) by community-based artist, Aaniya Asrani. You are invited to join a co-creation space that is designed to contemplate notions of care. The […]

Wiccan Experience

Join host Meghan to explore Wicca rituals, songs and traditions that honor the cycles of Nature! Join us to celebrate the fall equinox!! Today, we will explore the celebration of Samhain, a time of year to honor our ancestors and recognize the coming of winter. You’re invited to take part in our 4 directions ceremony. […]

External Events

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.

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BCPF Panel Presentation: Self-Advocacy, Leadership Skills & Group Facilitation Skills

Do you want to learn from people with experience fighting for their rights in an ableist society? Do you want to learn from leaders in the People First movement in BC? Join our panel of experienced self-advocates for stories, advice, and a live Q&A about the skills needed for group facilitation and leadership opportunities. We'll […]

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It’s Never Too Late: Healing Parent-Child Relational Stress Using Emotion Focused Family Therapy (EFFT)

SESSION INFO: « Back to all events When we experience relationship challenges with our children, it can be stressful for all involved, leaving parents confused, frustrated, even walking on eggshells. This one-hour presentation will provide techniques to support parents to heal relational ruptures with kids and teens using an emotion-focused approach. Come together with other […]

Different Minds Academy – Dinosaur Theme

SESSION INFO: « Back to all events FOR NEURODIVERSE LEARNERS OF ALL AGES AND ABILITIES AND THEIR FAMILIES JOIN US VIRTUALLY FOR DANCE LESSONS, MAGIC, SCIENCE AND YOGA November 27th: Dinosaur theme Below is the schedule of events:11-11:15 - Welcome11:15-11:25 - Dance with Jacqueline11:25-11:35 - Breakout Room #111:35-11:55 - Magic with Kel (ModernMagic by Kelvin Ng)11:55-12:05 […]

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CLBC Open Board Meeting

Join CLBC’s Open Board Meetings Individuals, family members and service providers are invited to join our next CLBC open Board meeting from 9:00 a.m. to 11:55 a.m. (PST) on Wednesday, November 30. Meetings are open to the public and the CLBC Board welcomes any person wishing to attend meetings as an observer, and also sets […]

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Supporting a Loved One Struggling with Mental Health and Substance Use: Education and Resources for Parents and Caregivers

Douglas College 700 Royal Avenue, New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada

SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Concurrent disorders are mental illness and substance use disorders that occur at the same time. When this happens with youth, parents and families may need help to make sense of the situation, communicate more effectively with their loved one, and to find the most appropriate service to assist […]

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Communication Connections: Building Language and Learning in Everyday Activities for 0-5 Year Olds

An online learning opportunity for early childhood educators, childcare providers, parents, and caregivers presented by the Richmond Public Health Speech and Language Program. Webinars will be presented in English with Mandarin translation. A certificate of continuing education credit will be provided on completion of a feedback survey, if requested. For more information, call: 604 233 […]

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