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 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 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 […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
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:
The BC Self Advocacy Leadership Network and Community Living BC are launching a series of Connections Hours on Thursdays at 12:00pm (PDT). Self-advocacy leaders from across the province will be hosting these virtual connection opportunities and you’re invited to join every Thursday at 12:00pm noon to hear what’s happening around the province and share what’s going on in […]
The BC Self Advocacy Leadership Network and Community Living BC are launching a series of Connections Hours on Thursdays at 12:00pm (PDT). Self-advocacy leaders from across the province will be hosting these virtual connection opportunities and you’re invited to join every Thursday at 12:00pm noon to hear what’s happening around the province and share what’s going on in […]
Canada Revenue Agency is pleased to continue to host live monthly webinars on MS Teams. There is no registration required for our MS Teams presentations, you will just click the link below. MS Teams has built in closed captioning. To turn on this feature click on the 3 dots “…” beside reactions in the top menu […]
The BC Self Advocacy Leadership Network and Community Living BC are launching a series of Connections Hours on Thursdays at 12:00pm (PDT). Self-advocacy leaders from across the province will be hosting these virtual connection opportunities and you’re invited to join every Thursday at 12:00pm noon to hear what’s happening around the province and share what’s going on in […]
This event is for individuals with FASD and their families. Connect with other people who share similar experiences and learn a little bit more about CanFASD's Family Advisory Committee (FAC) and Adults with FASD Expert Collaboration Team (AFECT). CLICK TO REGISTER
RMACL Head Office
101-22368 North Avenue, Maple Ridge, BC, Canada
Join us at Vicuña Art Studio’s Annual Winter Art Show 2024, a celebration of inclusion and creativity! This special event showcases a wide variety of unique creations, including paintings, pottery, sculptures, illustrations, cards, art lamps, and more. The Art Show & Sale is a fantastic way to support our artists while discovering extraordinary pieces perfect […]
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.
In this webinar, we will be discussing the role of youth and children who have a sibling living with mental health challenges. Siblings play an important role in the family dynamic. It is common to get questions on how we can best support them and respond to questions that they ask. During this webinar, we […]
Living with OCD can present unique challenges that affect both our kids and us as families. For those living with it, simple tasks become overwhelming and disrupt daily life. Join us to discover ways to strengthen our understanding and support our kids living with OCD. Victoria Keddis hosts a conversation featuring Dr. Katherine McKenney, R. […]
The BC Self Advocacy Leadership Network and Community Living BC are launching a series of Connections Hours on Thursdays at 12:00pm (PDT). Self-advocacy leaders from across the province will be hosting these virtual connection opportunities and you’re invited to join every Thursday at 12:00pm noon to hear what’s happening around the province and share what’s going on in […]
The BC Self Advocacy Leadership Network and Community Living BC are launching a series of Connections Hours on Thursdays at 12:00pm (PDT). Self-advocacy leaders from across the province will be hosting these virtual connection opportunities and you’re invited to join every Thursday at 12:00pm noon to hear what’s happening around the province and share what’s going on in […]
Kent Elementary School
7285 McCullough Rd, Agassiz, BC, Canada
How much time should our kids spend on technology? How can we set boundaries that don’t create conflict? Learn some practical solutions to our everyday concerns and challenges around our kids’ use of screens and their mental health. Join us as we learn from Dr. Kristy Goodwin, Digital Wellbeing and Productivity Researcher, Speaker, Author and […]
Pacific Autism Family Centre
3688 Cessna Drive, Richmond, BC, Canada
Join us for a FREE two-day self-care workshop for caregivers of children and adults with neurodevelopmental disabilities. The event will be facilitated by Dr. Grant Bruno and Louis Busch and supported by Elder Bruce Robinson. This will be an in-person event and lunch will be provided. REGISTER HERE Please complete this time-sensitive form so that we will know who […]
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-judgemental support. Whether your experience is a new diagnosis, life stage, or loss, […]
Support Worker Central is a province-wide job board where people with disabilities and their families can find support staff, as well, people looking for work can find a job supporting someone with a disability. There are over 1400 job seekers currently utilizing the job board. CLICK TO REGISTER Alexi McGreer has been the […]
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Adults with cognitive disabilities meet over pizza at to chat about dating, love, relationships, sex, and sexuality with sexual health educators. What Will You Do? Folks will get together over a casual meal of pizza and chat about dating, love, relationships, sex, and sexuality with sexual health educators. […]
Join this event for a moderated question and answer period facilitated by three experts from Plan Institute (PI). This webinar will focus on questions related to the registered disability saving plan (RDSP) and other disability related financial planning considerations for individuals and family caregivers. CLICK TO REGISTER
The BC Self Advocacy Leadership Network and Community Living BC are launching a series of Connections Hours on Thursdays at 12:00pm (PDT). Self-advocacy leaders from across the province will be hosting these virtual connection opportunities and you’re invited to join every Thursday at 12:00pm noon to hear what’s happening around the province and share what’s going on in […]
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 […]
In this webinar, we will be discussing the role of youth and children who have a sibling living with mental health challenges. Siblings play an important role in the family dynamic. It is common to get questions on how we can best support them and respond to questions that they ask. During this webinar, we […]
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 […]
The BC Self Advocacy Leadership Network and Community Living BC are launching a series of Connections Hours on Thursdays at 12:00pm (PDT). Self-advocacy leaders from across the province will be hosting these virtual connection opportunities and you’re invited to join every Thursday at 12:00pm noon to hear what’s happening around the province and share what’s going on in […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
The BC Self Advocacy Leadership Network and Community Living BC are launching a series of Connections Hours on Thursdays at 12:00pm (PDT). Self-advocacy leaders from across the province will be hosting these virtual connection opportunities and you’re invited to join every Thursday at 12:00pm noon to hear what’s happening around the province and share what’s going on in […]
How much time should our kids spend on technology? How can we set boundaries that don’t create conflict? Learn some practical solutions to our everyday concerns and challenges around our kids’ use of screens and their mental health. Join us as we learn from Dr. Kristy Goodwin, Digital Wellbeing and Productivity Researcher, Speaker, Author and […]
Join us for a FREE two-day self-care workshop for caregivers of children and adults with neurodevelopmental disabilities. The event will be facilitated by Dr. Grant Bruno and Louis Busch and supported by Elder Bruce Robinson. This will be an in-person event and lunch will be provided. REGISTER HERE Please complete this time-sensitive form so that we will know 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 […]
Join us for a FREE two-day self-care workshop for caregivers of children and adults with neurodevelopmental disabilities. The event will be facilitated by Dr. Grant Bruno and Louis Busch and supported by Elder Bruce Robinson. This will be an in-person event and lunch will be provided. REGISTER HERE Please complete this time-sensitive form so that we will know who […]
Canada Revenue Agency is pleased to continue to host live monthly webinars on MS Teams. There is no registration required for our MS Teams presentations, you will just click the link below. MS Teams has built in closed captioning. To turn on this feature click on the 3 dots “…” beside reactions in the top menu […]
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-judgemental support. Whether your experience is a new diagnosis, life stage, or loss, […]
Are you looking to hire support staff? Learn about Support Worker Central (SWC), a free, provincial-wide job board created for people with disabilities and their families who hire their own support staff. During this presentation, you will learn how the job board works, how to post a job, the available resources to help you with […]
When our child or youth has had a mental health crisis, knowing how to keep them safe can be overwhelming. Our concerns can include suicidal thoughts, self-harming and aggression. Listen to this discussion about some ways that can help us talk to our kids about their safety at home. Victoria Keddis hosts a conversation with […]
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 […]
This event is for individuals with FASD and their families. Connect with other people who share similar experiences and learn a little bit more about CanFASD's Family Advisory Committee (FAC) and Adults with FASD Expert Collaboration Team (AFECT). CLICK TO REGISTER
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 […]
