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SUMMARY:Employees\, Contractors\, and Respite
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nHiring support staff and respite providers is not always as straightforward as it seems. This webinar will look at the difference between hiring employees and contractors when it comes to caregivers\, support staff\, and respite providers. Each position has specific rules and regulations to follow and we will dive into your responsibilities when hiring\, as well as the obligations of employers and contractors when it comes to the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)\, WorkSafe BC\, and Employment Standards. \n  \nREGISTER HERE\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.\nFSI 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 \nAfter the session you are encouraged to share your feedback. This helps FSI improve our content to better serve the needs of families.\nhttps://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/52ef23e13270439d9d97d32a0b229bbc \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.
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/employees-contractors-and-respite/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar,Learning Exploration Sessions
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SUMMARY:Creative Writing for Positivity!
DESCRIPTION:Creative writing for the experienced writers and those would like to try. All are invited to play with words to create and experience positivity. \nWhat Will You Do? \nThere will be a few positive writing prompts\, a bit of guidance\, and time to write and share. This experience is not about critiquing\, but simply writing for enjoyment\, and supporting each other. \n  \nJOIN THE EXPERIENCE
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/creative-writing-for-positivity/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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SUMMARY:Pokemon Go Community
DESCRIPTION:Do you remember Pokémon from your childhood? You are invited to play Pokémon Go with a group. Enjoy a casual walk and conversation as you catch Pokémon \n\n\n\n\nWhat Will You Do?\nAt this experience\, you will enjoy a walk outside in nature with a group of peers while playing a nostalgic game. Feel free to join to socialize and walk even if you don’t have the game to play.We will be walking most of the time outside where there will be limited Wi-fi. You are encouraged to download the game in advance if you want to play on your own device. In the game there is an option for Augmented Reality that will affect how you view your surroundings – you can turn this off. \nWhere to meet?\nA busy downtown area with a park. We will meet by Main Street Science World skytrain station. \nWhat to bring?\nBring a a phone\, iPad\, or tablet that can use data. You will also need good walking shoes\, and be dressed for the weather. \n  \n\nJOIN THE EXPERIENCE
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/pokemon-go-community/
LOCATION:main street skytrain\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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SUMMARY:Salut\, comment ça va?
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nCome learn and exchange a few words in French! \n\n\nWhat Will You Do?\nWe will meet at a coffee shop to learn and practice some French. We will discuss what interests you in the language and what you want to learn \n\n\n\n\nThis experience is in-person! \nThe exact address will be sent to you when the host confirms the experience! \n  \n\nCLICK TO JOIN THE EXPERIENCE
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/salut-comment-ca-va/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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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-judgmental 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. \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/ \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*FSI
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/journey-through-grief-2022-06-27-2023-11-27/
LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/journey-through-grief-2022-06-27-2023-11-27/
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