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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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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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Housing Options

SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Join us for a new session of Housing Options where guest speaker Lisa Evans, CLBC Housing Specialist, will be giving a presentation. This will be an amazing evening. Come prepared to listen, learn and please bring your questions.   CLICK HERE TO REGISTER   Lisa is in a […]

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Newly Diagnosed Autism

Virtual Event

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 […]

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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, […]

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: .

Please check out a list of other community event calendars below:

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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 […]

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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 […]

Real Talk | Ask a Dude Pizza Party

BACI 336 Columbia St, New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada

SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Guys with cognitive disabilities join over a casual meal of pizza & talk with a Certified Sexual Health Educator about dating, love, and sex. Real Talk is a sexual health initiative. We want to make it less awkward for folks to talk to the people who support them […]

Improv for Wellness Jam at Tightrope Theatre | in person

Tightrope Theatre 2343 Main Street, Vancouver, BC, Canada

SESSION INFO: « Back to all events These jams are open to all! The experienced team at Tightrope will lead a series of improv games and exercises designed to promote connection and mental well-being. At the end of the jam, you'll have a chance to get up onstage! BOOK YOUR EXPERIENCE BY MONDAY MORNING We […]

Balloon Twisting | In Person

SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Join local clown HeyMish! The Safety Sergeant for an afternoon of balloon twisting. You will learn how to shape balloons into animals and other fun creations! You are invited to dress up as a clown or in fun playful clothes if you like. Watch professional clown HeyMish! The […]

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Improv for Wellness Jam at Tightrope Theatre | in person

Tightrope Theatre 2343 Main Street, Vancouver, BC, Canada

SESSION INFO: « Back to all events These jams are open to all! The experienced team at Tightrope will lead a series of improv games and exercises designed to promote connection and mental well-being. At the end of the jam, you'll have a chance to get up onstage! BOOK YOUR EXPERIENCE BY MONDAY MORNING We […]

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 | A-typical: Learning How to Support Complex Kids

SESSION INFO: « Back to all events A Zoom session on caring for neurodiverse children and youth and understanding your Child’s behaviour. This conversation will discuss recognizing atypical behaviour and how to seek assessment and supports. Listen and learn about health and wellness resources and tools available to you. Ask your own questions. Part of […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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