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.
Empowering conversations for individuals affected by FASD and those that support them. A family hangout that provides a safe place to share and connect.
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events We welcome back Paul Gauthier from I.F Society/ The Right Fit. Paul always brings a rich presentation full of very helpful information. The Right Fit is a multi-partner service designed to address the crisis in wheelchair accessible housing by matching affordable, accessible homes and independent living supports with […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events A chance for families who support those with complex health issues, who require caregiver(s) to meet their high care needs, to connect and discuss common issues. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER ** PLEASE NOTE: This meeting is reserved for families with a member with a disability and […]
Empowering conversations for individuals affected by FASD and those that support them. A family hangout that provides a safe place to share and connect.
Empowering conversations for individuals affected by FASD and those that support them. A family hangout that provides a safe place to share and connect.
Empowering conversations for individuals affected by FASD and those that support them. A family hangout that provides a safe place to share and connect.
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 Welcome to a space where families come together to share their experiences, ask questions, and support one another as we navigate the journey of raising our queer, gender-diverse and/or Two-Spirit children and youth. Join the conversation, find strength and encouragement, and connect with a network of families who […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Caring for little ones with extra support needs is marked by joy, fear, and overwhelm, usually all in the same day! Navigating the toddler and preschool years or if the school years are on the horizon, can be a uniquely challenging time. Join Cari Rawling, (ECE/parent), and Heather […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events We cannot slow the aging process in ourselves or in the people we care for! As we get older, our ability to care for our family member becomes more and more difficult. Planning our own future, and the future of our loved ones can be a terrifying process. […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events This family hangout is all about empowering conversations for individuals affected by FASD and those that support them. Join us for a family hangout that provides a safe place to share and connect. CLICK TO REGISTER WE ASK ALL REGISTRANTS TO PLEASE REVIEW FSI'S ZOOM MEETING GUIDELINES […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Are you a parent of a child with a recent autism diagnosis? Are you feeling overwhelmed with the information sent your way or have a hard time dealing with your emotions? Do you have questions for parents who have walked the path ahead of you or would like […]
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:
Lakeside Park
910 Second Street, Nelson, British Columbia, Canada
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events The Self Advocacy group will be kicking off their new season of meetings at Lakeside Park in the Rotary Shelter on September 22nd from 12-1pm and providing FREE PIZZA to everyone who shows up! Bring a friend and come celebrate the changing seasons by learning more about what […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Join us to hear from panel members speaking about their experiences as small business owners in BC, including tips, advice, and resources! Do you want to learn from people with experience fighting for their rights in an ableist society? Do you want to learn about being a disabled […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events If you are interested in making your work or ideas more accessible, bring something you are working on (e.g. presentation, slide deck, article, training materials, poster, etc) and anyone that joins this group can choose to provide some suggestions and feedback for you and your project, or you […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Join us on Thursday, September 29th from 6-8pm on Zoom to belt out your favourite tunes with some of your favourite people. Requests can be sent to Jaymes at in advance, or you can think of a song anytime during the event. Come any time and leave whenever! […]
Heritage Hall
3102 Main St, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events The INCLUSION Art Show & Sale is the annual profiling event hosted by posAbilities and we’re excited to be back for our 18th year! We look forward to hosting our first hybrid show and we welcome you to join us in-person or from the comfort of your home. […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Hey, I’m Steph! I used to think that city policies and infrastructure were kind of boring! Who wants to talk about transit? Why should I care about policies? But then I realized I interact with it almost EVERY DAY! Maybe if I knew more I could be involved […]
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.
Dufferin Elementary School
1111 Dufferin Crescent, Nanaimo, BC, Canada
Are you a teen or young adult with a diverse ability? Are you searching for a career or adult support services? Community Inclusion Service Providers Post secondary, employment agencies, advocacy groups, health care agencies and more
Douglas College
700 Royal Avenue, New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada
3-part Workshop Series (Ages 13+) The Menstrual Health and Wellbeing Workshop Series aims to provide an opportunity for individuals who menstruate (whether soon-to-be menstruators, newly menstruating, or menstruating for years) to connect with others to talk about menstruation in a relaxed and comfortable environment. PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS Open to all Autistic individuals ages 13+ Open to individuals […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events In this information session, learn more about how you can file your taxes on your own, with guidance and helpful tips from an experienced tax filer. Get started using TurboTax software, completely free of charge. Presented by Vancouver Public Library in partnership with Disability Alliance BC. CLICK […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events If CP has impacted you personally or professionally, join us for our latest research insights. Interested in learning about diagnosis age, therapy referrals, and factors affecting intervention delays? If yes, read on and register at for our sessions, where you can ask questions. WHEN: February 20th 2024, via Zoom 1:30-3PM […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Back by popular demand! This presentation is for anyone that is running or thinking of setting up a home-based ABA program. The content of this presentation applies to individuals up to age 18. If you are new to the world of autism (or even a seasoned veteran!), this […]
White Rock Community Center Bosa Towers
15154 Russell Ave, White Rock, Canada
The Self Advocates of Semiahmoo (SAS) are hosting consultations on adapted summer camps for youth with disabilities locally. Our goal is to connect with community and hold inclusive consultations. You can fill out the online Survey until February 24th or visit one of our in person consultation sessions. Survey Link: https://www.surveymonkey.ca/r/6TS9K3K In person Consultations: White […]