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Our event page provides opportunities for families to connect and experience new activities in a stress-free, accepting space. Check out our special events below for more information and dates. This calendar is updated regularly, so please check back often. Please get in touch if you have an event to share with us.

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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.
  • Learning Explorations: Free online sessions that offer families, individuals, and professionals the chance to learn, connect and share on a variety of topics.
 

PLEASE NOTE: 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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Peace Circle

SESSION INFO: « Back to all events We will explore the art of building stronger relationships & community. Using different forms of Restorative Practice, we will practice the art of connecting with each other with care and compassion. With thoughtful questions, active listening and heart-centered sharing, we will build stronger relationships and community. This weekly […]

Give Me a Minute: Sixty Second Stories

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SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Share a story! You can speak it, draw it, sing it or act it! Hosted by Order of Canada recipient David Roche, an incredible storyteller, public speaker and writer. In this experience, you will be given the chance to express yourself however you choose for 60 seconds. You […]

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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   Family Support Institute of BC (FSI) is a provincial not-for-profit […]

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The Good Doctor

SESSION INFO: « Back to all events The Good Doctor is a show about a surgeon living with Autism who moves to California to work at a prestigious hospital. Each week we’ll watch an episode and chat about some of the stuff that may have come up! Are there some shows that reflect experiences you […]

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Newly Diagnosed Autism

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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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Complex Health Needs

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 […]

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Family Voices Project – Salmon Arm

Shuswap Children’s Assoc - Youth Lounge 551 Trans Canada Hwy NE, Salmon Arm, BC, Canada

Salmon Arm families and self-advocates, join the conversation and share your experience accessing services and supports for children/youth 0-18 years with support needs (CYSN services).   REGISTER NOW   We want to hear from you on questions such as: What is your experience with CYSN services and supports? What do you wish was better about […]

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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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Family Voices Project – Kelowna

Starbright Children’s Development Centre 546 Bernard Avenue, Kelowna, BC, Canada

Kelowna families and self-advocates, join the conversation and share your experience accessing services and supports for children/youth 0-18 years with support needs (CYSN services).   REGISTER NOW   We want to hear from you on questions such as: What is your experience with CYSN services and supports? What do you wish was better about CYSN […]

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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   Family Support Institute of BC (FSI) is a provincial not-for-profit […]

South Surrey Autism Support Meeting | In Person

SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Parents from all areas are welcome to attend this solution-oriented support meeting. Come meet other parents who have autistic children, discuss your pressing issues, and find community and support. The focus of this meeting will be on supporting parents and providing information to them about autism treatment, starting […]

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