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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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Housing Options

SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Join us for a new session of Housing Options where guest speaker Jessica Humphrey,a parent from Victoria BC, returns to share her family’s personal journey exploring inclusive housing models for their 22-year-old daughter with complex support needs.   CLICK HERE TO REGISTER   -- Family Support Institute of […]

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Transition Series: CRA Benefit Outreach Program

SESSION INFO: « Back to all events CRA and Person with Disability - followed by a Q & A session - Topics to be covered include, but are not limited to: Disability tax credit Eligibility for the DTC Apply with the digital application Apply on paper After you apply Amounts you can claim Child disability […]

Journey Through Grief

Virtual Event

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, […]

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Transition Series: Will and Estate Planning

SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Becoming well-informed about wills, trusts and estate planning is necessary to secure the financial future of your loved one with a disability. In this workshop, Geoffrey White, KC explains how to arrange your estate, prepare a will, and the various ins and outs of setting up a trust […]

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FASD – Thinking Outside of the Box

Empowering conversations for individuals affected by FASD and those that support them. A family hangout that provides a safe place to share and connect.

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Education Series: Post Secondary Options

SESSION INFO: « Back to all events We will hear from Lauren Matthews of Steps Forward, which provides inclusion support for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities to access post-secondary education. Also speaking is Kyla Ashman, chair of Okanagan Colleges' Adult Special Education Program. Don't miss this chance to hear about supports and programs beyond […]

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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Aging Caregivers

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. […]

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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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Aging Caregivers

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. […]

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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March in the Vancouver Pride Parade | In Person

SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Walk with CQC, Real Talk, and the folks from Qmunity in the Vancouver 2SLGBTQIA Pride Parade. We will be walking as part of a huge parade, with the folks from Qmunity. There will be thousands of people cheering us as we go by. We will meet near the […]

Soap Making! A Behind the Scenes Look

SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Simon and Caroline are the team behind Simon's Soapbox, an artisanal soap company on a mission to demonstrate the value of people with and without developmental disabilities working together. Join this live stream event to watch and learn how Simon and Caroline make cold process soap together. Watch […]

Empowering through Entrepreneurship: Employ to Empower

SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Join Employ to Empower (ETE) for a virtual experience to learn about how you can explore ideas for your own entrepreneurial journey. Ask questions, hear about ETE programs, and find out all about the upcoming in-person 'Explore Your Business' Idea" experience. Get to know more about the programs […]

Accessibility Feedback Sessions

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 […]

Discover Your Business Idea | In Person

Curiko Studios 4924 Imperial Street, Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada

SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Curious about entrepreneurship? Maybe you even have a business' idea. Join Lara & Alberto from Employ to Empower to discover your own business' idea. This two hour experience takes place IN-PERSON at the Curiko Studio in Burnaby. A two hour long interactive experience where you will explore entrepreneurship […]

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CRA Webinar | CRA Benefits and Credits for Persons with Disabilities

SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Benefits and credits available to you! If you live with a disability or have a dependent with a disability, there are benefits and tax credits available to you and the people who support you. Some of the benefits and credits to which you may be eligible for are […]

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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DocTalks | Navigating Medical and Social Support for Disabilities

SESSION INFO: « Back to all events A Zoom session empowering self advocates, caregivers, and agencies to access local resources in Burnaby. We’ll be sharing two new forms to help with making health care visits smoother and giving you an introduction to the Burnaby Primary Care Networks’ resources database. Listen and learn about health and […]

Vicuña Art Studio’s Annual Winter Art Show 2023

Vicuña Art Studio 11491 Kingston Street, Maple Ridge, British Columbia, Canada

The most wonderful time of the year is approaching, and that means it's time for Vicuña Art Studio’s Annual Winter Art Show at our Kingston Street gallery on Saturday, November 25th from 10 am until 4 pm. A total of forty-five artists are participating in the show this year and guests will have the chance […]

Miracle on 34th Street: The Radio Play Musical!

Theatre Northwest 556 North Nechako Road, Prince George, British Columbia, Canada

SESSION INFO: « Back to all events This is a friendly reminder that Theatre NorthWest’s second relaxed performance of the season is Saturday, December 2nd! Come see the heartwarming, family-friendly holiday classic, Miracle on 34th Street: The Radio Play Musical! Tickets are only $10 (caregivers attend for free), so get yours while you can! The […]

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Project EveryBODY- PEBCelebratesLive Film and Live Performance Evening Show

The Roundhouse Community Arts & Rec Centre 181 Roundhouse Mews, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Exciting news, Vancouver! The Project EveryBODY- PEBCelebratesLive Film & Live Performances Evening Show is making a return on December 4th, from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm at the historical and beautiful Roundhouse Yaletown. Get ready for an unforgettable evening filled with arts, film, live music, stand-up comedy, hip-hop dance, and so much more! Why You Can't Miss It: This is […]

A Presentation and Panel About Diversity and Intersectionality

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? How does diversity affect us in different ways? How do some things intersect? Join us for a presentation about gender, identity, culture, and intersectionality. […]

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Tax Tips for People with Disabilities

SESSION INFO: « Back to all events In this information session, learn more about why everyone should file taxes and how to get started. Specific topics will include: an overview of non-refundable and refundable tax credits (Disability Tax Credit, Canada Caregiver Credit, Child Disability Benefit); medical expenses; readjusting your taxes, and options for tax relief. […]

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