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FSI Events

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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Early Years and School Age Navigation

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 […]

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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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FASD – Thinking Outside of the Box

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 […]

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Children in Care – A Group for Parents and Caregivers

SESSION INFO: « Back to all events A support group for those with kids in care, considering care, or feeling pressured to place their kids in care. Only families who have experienced this unique journey truly understand the challenges it brings. Whether due to removal, a special needs agreement, or a voluntary care agreement, placing […]

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Reactive Behaviours

SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Sometimes our loved ones communicate their needs in ways that are hard to understand — through what we often call "reactive behaviors" or behaviors that challenge us. These might stem from things like sensory overload, limited language, anxiety, or other unmet needs. As caregivers, it can feel overwhelming […]

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FASD – Thinking Outside of the Box

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 […]

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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FASD – Thinking Outside of the Box

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 […]

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Children in Care – A Group for Parents and Caregivers

SESSION INFO: « Back to all events A support group for those with kids in care, considering care, or feeling pressured to place their kids in care. Only families who have experienced this unique journey truly understand the challenges it brings. Whether due to removal, a special needs agreement, or a voluntary care agreement, placing […]

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FASD – Thinking Outside of the Box

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 […]

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Gender Marvelous

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 […]

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Early Years and School Age Navigation

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 […]

Featured Recurring

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: .

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

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Book Club with Meghan — the Harry Potter Series

Virtual Event

SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Prepare your wands, and ready your potions: Meghan is bringing the world of Harry Potter to Curiko! She will be reading from "Harry Potter & the Order of Phoenix". What Will You Do? Prepare your wands, and ready your potions: Meghan is bringing the world of Harry Potter […]

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LinkedIn for Job Search

Are you using LinkedIn to its fullest potential in your job search? How can you create a profile that catches the eye of recruiters and showcases your skills effectively? This webinar will dive deep into the strategies for leveraging LinkedIn to advance your career. Learn how to optimize your profile, expand your network, and connect […]

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Connections Hour

Connections hour is all about connections! Join fellow self advocates to share resources and explore many different ways to connect including connecting to friends, family & community, places, culture and spirituality, and purpose & potential. How do you find connection in your community? Let’s share and grow our connections together! What Will You Do? Each […]

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Cinema Therapy Watch Party: laugh, learn, go deep

Are you interested in learning about psychology or analyzing characters from movies and TV? The YouTube channel Cinema Therapy does both in an interesting and entertaining way. Host Sarah S invites you to join the Cinema Therapy watch party and share your own insights. Let’s laugh, learn, and go deep together! What Will You Do? […]

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Sunday Clouds

A soft, reflective group space to check in with your inner weather. A quiet, creative space to land in on a Sunday morning. What Will You Do? Come sit with whatever's floating through your mind or heart. In Sunday Clouds, we check in with ourselves using color, image, feeling, and a touch of imagination. Each […]

Free
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The Witching Hour with Hao at Central Spark

Join Hao for a spooktacular & fang-tastic evening exploring "Central Spark," a family-friendly Halloween event with food trucks, live music and entertainment, and a fireworks show at 7:30pm. Get ready for a hauntingly good time! And witching you all a safe Halloween. Costumes encouraged! 👻 What Will You Do? Join Hao for a spooky celebration […]

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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Y Mind Teen and Youth Groups – Learn to Cope with Stress

Westhills YMCA 1319 Westhills Dr, Victoria, BC, Canada

Do you know any teens that struggle with stress (school, social, future), anxiety, feeling overwhelmed, self-doubt, social pressure, perfectionism, comparison culture (social media), finding purpose, managing difficult emotions? Worried about fitting in? Being a teenager is tough. We get it. This program is designed to help them navigate it with strength. We will guide them through […]

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Y Mind Teen and Youth Groups

Oaklands Community 2827 Belmont Ave #1, Victoria, BC, Canada

Do you know any teens that struggle with stress (school, social, future), anxiety, feeling overwhelmed, self-doubt, social pressure, perfectionism, comparison culture (social media), finding purpose, managing difficult emotions? Worried about fitting in? Being a teenager is tough. We get it. This program is designed to help them navigate it with strength. We will guide them through […]

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CLBC Welcome Workshops | Victoria

CLBC Victoria 410-29 Helmcken Rd, Victoria, BC, Canada

Across the province, CLBC Welcome Workshop teams are hosting sessions to introduce individuals and families to CLBC. These workshops offer a picture of how community connections, services and supports come together to shape the journey into adulthood. The next Welcome Workshop series will be held for people and families who live in Victoria and surrounding […]

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Wills, Trusts, and Estate Planning (BC) Webinar

For those who have a loved one with a disability. Understanding wills, trusts, and estate planning can help secure your financial future or the financial future of a loved one with a disability. This webinar covers topics including considerations when creating a will, tips for protecting your loved ones when family passes, types of trusts, […]

Free

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Y Mind Teen and Youth Groups

Oaklands Community 2827 Belmont Ave #1, Victoria, BC, Canada

Do you know any teens that struggle with stress (school, social, future), anxiety, feeling overwhelmed, self-doubt, social pressure, perfectionism, comparison culture (social media), finding purpose, managing difficult emotions? Worried about fitting in? Being a teenager is tough. We get it. This program is designed to help them navigate it with strength. We will guide them through […]

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DTC Webinar

The Disability Tax Credit (DTC) is a non-refundable federal tax credit that can help reduce the amount of taxes owed by a person with a disability or someone who supports them. It is also a gateway benefit that gives access to the Canada Disability Benefit and RDSP. About the webinar There are many ways that […]

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