BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Family Support Institute - ECPv6.15.12.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Family Support Institute X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://familysupportbc.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Family Support Institute REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Vancouver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20200308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20201101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20210314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20211107T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20220313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20221106T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211027T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211027T203000 DTSTAMP:20260428T085320 CREATED:20210722T184526Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210817T220839Z UID:21787-1635359400-1635366600@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:Transitioning to Adulthood Series: Application to PWD and My Self Serve DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nJoin the Family Support Institute and Special Guest Speakers Sharon Wilson & Michael Windle – Intake Workers from MSDPR on our upcoming zoom presentation to learn about the PWD Application and My Self Serve registration process. \nGuest Speaker: Sharon Wilson & Michael Windle –  MSDPR Intake Workers \nClick here to register.\n  \nFamily Support Institute of BC (FSI) is a provincial not-for-profit society committed to supporting families who have a family member with a disability.\nFSI is unique in Canada and the only grass roots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base. \nFSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY \nYou are invited to join FSI: TRANSITIONING TO ADULTHOOD a private Facebook Group created by The Family Support Institute of BC aimed to support families navigate the journey of transitioning into adulthood for their loved ones through peer-to-peer support and shared experiences. https://www.facebook.com/groups/411627796958576 \nAll FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone only if access to computers and/or internet is a barrier. If you need assistance registering for any session\, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403. \n  \n*FSI URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/transitioning-to-adulthood-series-application-to-pwd-and-my-self-serve/ CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Family-Hangout-TRANS-SERIES.jpg LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/transitioning-to-adulthood-series-application-to-pwd-and-my-self-serve/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211025T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211025T193000 DTSTAMP:20260428T085320 CREATED:20211012T195502Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211012T195502Z UID:23807-1635186600-1635190200@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:Questions About CLBC Respite? DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nDo you have CLBC funded respite and want to learn more about the new Family Respite Policy options for your family? You are invited to join the Questions About CLBC Respite to connect with others and explore tools and solutions. \nJessica Humphrey from CLBC will join us to go over the new CLBC Family Respite Policy as outlined in FAQ \n*Last 10 minutes of this call will be a Facebook Live event! \n*For 1-1 respite support and information\, please call our office directly at 1-800-441-5403 and quote “respite support” to be connected with our Respite Team! \n  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\n  \nFamily Support Institute of BC (FSI) is a provincial not-for-profit society committed to supporting families who have a family member with a disability.\nFSI is unique in Canada and the only grass roots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base. \nFSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY \nYou are invited to join FSI CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS\, a private Facebook Group intended to continue conversations of support or provide an alternative platform for support. www.facebook.com/groups/fsicontinuingconversations/ \nAll FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone only if access to computers and/or internet is a barrier. If you need assistance registering for any session\, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403. \n*FG URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/questions-about-clbc-respite/ CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Family-Hangout-RESPITE-CLBC.jpg LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/questions-about-clbc-respite/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211020T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211020T200000 DTSTAMP:20260428T085320 CREATED:20210924T171250Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210924T174221Z UID:23421-1634756400-1634760000@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:Becoming an FSI Volunteer DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nAre you a parent\, guardian\, or family member of an individual with a disability? Do you find yourself supporting others in community by sharing your experiences\, skills\, and knowledge? Would you like be connected to a larger provincial network of people such as yourself? \nFSI volunteers are the heart and soul of Family Support Institute and help others by:\n• Providing non-judgmental emotional support\n• Sharing expertise and experiences\n• Helping families research and access resources\n• Assisting families to navigate systems\n• Supporting families to become informed and empowered \nIf this role sounds like something you would like to learn more about please join this information session. We welcome all individuals regardless of background\, orientation or ethnicity. \n  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\n  \nFamily Support Institute of BC (FSI) is a provincial not-for-profit society committed to supporting families who have a family member with a disability. FSI is unique in Canada and the only grass roots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base. \nFSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY \nYou are invited to join FSI CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS\, a private Facebook Group intended to continue conversations of support or provide an alternative platform for support. www.facebook.com/groups/fsicontinuingconversations/ \nAll FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone only if access to computers and/or internet is a barrier. If you need assistance registering for any session\, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403. \n*FSI URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/becoming-an-fsi-volunteer/2021-10-20/ CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Family-Hangout-VOLUNTEER.jpg LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/becoming-an-fsi-volunteer/2021-10-20/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211020T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211020T200000 DTSTAMP:20260428T085320 CREATED:20210923T211708Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211019T174028Z UID:23415-1634754600-1634760000@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:Wayfinders Series: Learning to Dream DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nOCT 20 & 27: Learning to Dream – defining what you see as your ideal life.\n*The second meeting for each topic will be an ‘open mike’ session for parents/families/self advocates\, for a personal dive into the topic* \nWayfinders Facilitators helps persons with a disability learn how to dream. \nJoin our series to learn how we help them develop a vision to make their dreams a reality. \n  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR ONE OR BOTH SESSIONS\n  \n  \nFamily Support Institute of BC (FSI) is a provincial not-for-profit society committed to supporting families who have a family member with a disability. FSI is unique in Canada and the only grass roots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base. \nFSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY \nYou are invited to join FSI CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS\, a private Facebook Group intended to continue conversations of support or provide an alternative platform for support. www.facebook.com/groups/fsicontinuingconversations/ \nAll FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone only if access to computers and/or internet is a barrier. If you need assistance registering for any session\, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403. \n*RS URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/wayfinders-series-learning-to-dream/2021-10-20/ CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection,FSI Event Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Family-Hangout-WAYFINDERS.jpg LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/wayfinders-series-learning-to-dream/2021-10-20/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211018T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211018T200000 DTSTAMP:20260428T085320 CREATED:20210923T182517Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210924T165010Z UID:23411-1634581800-1634587200@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:FASD Series: Whitecrow Village DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nWhitecrow Village is a unique organization comprised of adults who live with FASD and others. Whitecrow Village demonstrates the gifts of persons who live with FASD and ways that families and communities can enhance the prevention of FASD and build a healthier society for all people. \nWe are very excited to host Whitecrow Village with Executive director Kee Warner and Marcel Gagnon. Kee Warner Executive Director of Whitecrow Village FASD Society will be sharing the history of Whitecrow Village and the current programs including the LIFE sessions and other resources for parents\, families\, and community partners. \nMarcel Gagnon will share some of his journey with FASD\, including family history\, early struggles\, music diagnosis\, knowing about a problem leads to problem management and life as an Elder. \n  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\n  \nKee Warner is the Executive Director of Whitecrow Village FASD Society. Whitecrow is a non-profit organization committed to educating communities and professionals about FASD and improving the lives of those affected by this prominent neurodevelopmental disability.  \nMarcel Gagnon is an award-winning singer-songwriter from the Lheidli T’enneh First Nation who has worked for two decades with men in the provincial and federal corrections system. Gagnon received an Honourary Doctorate of Laws degree from UNBC in Prince George on June 25\, 2021. URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/fasd-series-whitecrow-village/ CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Family-Hangout-FASD.jpg LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/fasd-series-whitecrow-village/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211018T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211018T200000 DTSTAMP:20260428T085320 CREATED:20210825T170141Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210901T194205Z UID:22647-1634581800-1634587200@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:Let's Talk About SIB | Session 02: Safety: Equipment or Medication? DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nAbout this Session:\nJoin us for a session on the use of protective equipment and medication for safety in children displaying self-injurious behaviour (SIB). We will briefly discuss the general approach to assessing and managing SIB\, at what point parents might consider using protective equipment and medications\, and best practices when using these safety tools. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT\n  \nWhat is Self-Injurious Behaviour (SIB)?\nSelf-Injurious behaviour can be defined as: self-directed injury that is non-suicidal in nature and causes physical trauma. These isolating behaviours may affect children with intellectual impairment\, autism or other forms of neurodiversity. SIB is a multifaceted behaviour that is difficult to understand and treat as the diagnosis varies across individuals. Currently\, proper evidence-based care does not exist\, so it can be extremely challenging to care for children with severe SIB. \nAre you a parent/primary caregiver of a person with Self Injurious Behaviours? Are you passionate about taking your learning to the next level? As a parent/primary caregiver do you want to learn more on how to support yourself and your child? We are bringing to you a unique 6-part series to learn and explore ways to support families and their children. These six sessions are meant to promote education around severe SIB\, to create a supportive SIB community\, as well as to advocate for better health outcomes. \nYou Can Participate in Any of These Ways:\n\nPre-watch any of the 6 series pre-recorded workshops\nPre-watch any of the 6 series pre-recorded workshops then join on event night and participate in our live and interactive Q & A\nJoin us on event night to watch the pre-recorded workshops together followed by our live and interactive Q & A\nJoin the monthly SIB Family Hangout hosted by FSI the last Monday of every month\n\nCLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION ON ALL OF THE SESSIONS AND TO VIEW PRE-RECORDED WORKSHOPS URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/lets-talk-about-sib-session-02-safety-equipment-or-medication/ CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/SM_session2.jpg LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/lets-talk-about-sib-session-02-safety-equipment-or-medication/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211018T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211018T113000 DTSTAMP:20260428T085320 CREATED:20211004T184947Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220621T182329Z UID:23709-1634551200-1634556600@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:Newly Diagnosed Autism DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nAre 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 to meet with some who are new on this journey like yourself? At FSI we would like to bring parents in this unique situation together for support\, empathy\, understanding\, and some workable strategies. This will be a safe and a confidential space for the families on a similar journey. Join us on this family hangout where we can meet every third Monday of the month. \n  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\n  \nFamily Support Institute of BC (FSI) is a provincial not-for-profit society committed to supporting families who have a family member with a disability. FSI is unique in Canada and the only grass roots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base. \nFSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY \nYou are invited to join FSI CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS\, a private Facebook Group intended to continue conversations of support or provide an alternative platform for support. www.facebook.com/groups/fsicontinuingconversations/ \nAll FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone only if access to computers and/or internet is a barrier. If you need assistance registering for any session\, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403. \n*FG URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/newly-diagnosed-autism/2021-10-18/ CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Family-Hangout-New-Autism.jpg LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/newly-diagnosed-autism/2021-10-18/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211013T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211013T200000 DTSTAMP:20260428T085320 CREATED:20210928T195157Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210928T195606Z UID:23541-1634149800-1634155200@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:Welcome to the Early Years: Becoming Acquainted with Infant Development Programs DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nDo you have a child between the ages of birth to three years and the Infant Development Program has been recommended to you? \nJoin us as we unpack the mysteries of the Infant Development Program\, both from an Indigenous perspective and from a Settler perspective. Mary Gwynne and Simone Klein\, Aboriginal Infant Development Consultants with Spirit of the Children Society and Ashlee Daidone\, Coordinator\, Infant Development Program\, Kinsight\, will share their vast experience and knowledge about the programs that they are involved with. There will also be resource parents attending who can share their personal journey in those early years. \n  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\n  \nFamily Support Institute of BC (FSI) is a provincial not-for-profit society committed to supporting families who have a family member with a disability. FSI is unique in Canada and the only grass roots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base. \nFSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY \nYou are invited to join FSI CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS\, a private Facebook Group intended to continue conversations of support or provide an alternative platform for support. www.facebook.com/groups/fsicontinuingconversations/ \nAll FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone only if access to computers and/or internet is a barrier. If you need assistance registering for any session\, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403. \n*JLA URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/welcome-to-the-early-years-becoming-acquainted-with-infant-development-programs/ CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Family-Hangout-EARLY-YEARS-SERIES.jpg LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/welcome-to-the-early-years-becoming-acquainted-with-infant-development-programs/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210929T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210929T203000 DTSTAMP:20260428T085320 CREATED:20210722T183754Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210817T220930Z UID:21783-1632940200-1632947400@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:Transitioning to Adulthood Series: Eligibility to CLBC DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nDo you have a youth who lives with extra support needs and will be Transitioning out of High School soon?\nDo you support a youth who is 16 years or older who may be transitioning to adult services through Community Living BC (CLBC)? Are you wondering how to start the process towards that transition? You are not alone! Come learn about the eligibility process to CLBC and become aware of the array of services that might be available to you and your child once he/she becomes an adult. \nGuest Speaker: TBA \nClick here to register.\n  \nFamily Support Institute of BC (FSI) is a provincial not-for-profit society committed to supporting families who have a family member with a disability.\nFSI is unique in Canada and the only grass roots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base. \nFSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY \nYou are invited to join FSI: TRANSITIONING TO ADULTHOOD a private Facebook Group created by The Family Support Institute of BC aimed to support families navigate the journey of transitioning into adulthood for their loved ones through peer-to-peer support and shared experiences. https://www.facebook.com/groups/411627796958576 \nAll FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone only if access to computers and/or internet is a barrier. If you need assistance registering for any session\, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403. \n  \n*FSI URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/transitioning-to-adulthood-series-eligibility-to-clbc/ CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Family-Hangout-TRANS-SERIES.jpg LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/transitioning-to-adulthood-series-eligibility-to-clbc/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210920T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210920T193000 DTSTAMP:20260428T085320 CREATED:20210909T211213Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210909T211213Z UID:23305-1632160800-1632166200@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:FASD Series: Provincial Outreach Program for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (POPFASD) DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nAre you interested in learning about the Provincial Outreach Program for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (POPFASD) Services and supports?  Please join us for an evening of learning with Meredith Keery Program Lead\, Teacher Consultant with POPFASD. Meredith will provide an overview of how POPFASD supports BC educators\, families education assistants\, youth care workers\, indigenous support workers\, principals\, counsellors\, psychologists\, and speech-language pathologists.  This session is appropriate for families/caregivers and professionals. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\nGuest Speaker:\nMeredith Keery – Meredith is a Program Lead and Teacher Consultant with the Provincial Outreach Program for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (POPFASD) \n  \nFamily Support Institute of BC (FSI) is a provincial not-for-profit society committed to supporting families who have a family member with a disability. FSI is unique in Canada and the only grass roots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base. \nFSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY \nYou are invited to join FSI CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS\, a private Facebook Group intended to continue conversations of support or provide an alternative platform for support. www.facebook.com/groups/fsicontinuingconversations/ \nAll FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone only if access to computers and/or internet is a barrier. If you need assistance registering for any session\, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403. \n*FSI URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/fasd-series-provincial-outreach-program-for-fetal-alcohol-spectrum-disorder-popfasd/ CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Family-Hangout-FASD.jpg LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/fasd-series-provincial-outreach-program-for-fetal-alcohol-spectrum-disorder-popfasd/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210913T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210913T200000 DTSTAMP:20260428T085320 CREATED:20210825T164031Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210901T194234Z UID:22635-1631557800-1631563200@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:Let's Talk About SIB | Session 01: Sleeping Like a Baby DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nAbout this Session:\nUp to 80% of children with neurodevelopmental differences have sleeping difficulties. In this talk\, we will learn about the basics of sleep\, common sleep challenges\, assessments and treatments for sleep including behavioural strategies and medications. This session will be followed by a live 1 hour parent lead Q&A session answered by a panel of expert health care professionals. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT\n  \nWhat is Self-Injurious Behaviour (SIB)?\nSelf-Injurious behaviour can be defined as: self-directed injury that is non-suicidal in nature and causes physical trauma. These isolating behaviours may affect children with intellectual impairment\, autism or other forms of neurodiversity. SIB is a multifaceted behaviour that is difficult to understand and treat as the diagnosis varies across individuals. Currently\, proper evidence-based care does not exist\, so it can be extremely challenging to care for children with severe SIB. \nAre you a parent/primary caregiver of a person with Self Injurious Behaviours? Are you passionate about taking your learning to the next level? As a parent/primary caregiver do you want to learn more on how to support yourself and your child? We are bringing to you a unique 6-part series to learn and explore ways to support families and their children. These six sessions are meant to promote education around severe SIB\, to create a supportive SIB community\, as well as to advocate for better health outcomes. \nYou Can Participate in Any of These Ways:\n\nPre-watch any of the 6 series pre-recorded workshops\nPre-watch any of the 6 series pre-recorded workshops then join on event night and participate in our live and interactive Q & A\nJoin us on event night to watch the pre-recorded workshops together followed by our live and interactive Q & A\nJoin the monthly SIB Family Hangout hosted by FSI the last Monday of every month\n\nCLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION ON ALL OF THE SESSIONS AND TO VIEW PRE-RECORDED WORKSHOPS URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/lets-talk-about-sib-session-01-sleeping-like-a-baby/ CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/SM_session1.jpg LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/lets-talk-about-sib-session-01-sleeping-like-a-baby/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210830T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210830T203000 DTSTAMP:20260428T085320 CREATED:20210816T165425Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220105T181616Z UID:22198-1630350000-1630355400@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:Journey Through Grief DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nParents\, 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\, we welcome you to join the conversation circle. We are inclusive of diverse perspectives and belief systems. \n  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\n  \nYou are invited to join FSI CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS\, a private Facebook Group intended to continue conversations of support or provide an alternative platform for support. www.facebook.com/groups/fsicontinuingconversations/ \nAll FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone only if access to computers and/or internet is a barrier. If you need assistance registering for any session\, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403. \n*FSI URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/journey-through-grief/2021-08-30/ CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Family-Hangout-GRIEF.jpg LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/journey-through-grief/2021-08-30/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210823T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210823T163000 DTSTAMP:20260428T085320 CREATED:20210618T182612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210716T220551Z UID:20979-1629705600-1629736200@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:Summer Institute 2021 DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO:\nCreating the Future-Partnerships for Inclusive Learning Conference\nOn August 23-25\, 2021\, participants from all over BC will come together virtually to hear and learn from people who have extensive experience in Inclusive Learning and who have been doing this heart work for decades. \nKeynote speakers include:\nShelley Moore | Monday\, August 23rd | Identity and Inclusion\nSue Sterling-Bur | Tuesday\, August 24th | Indigenous Giftedness and Inclusion\nDr. Leyton Schnellert | Wednesday\, August 25th | Developing Student Voice in Inclusive Classrooms \nThe individual strands and keynote speeches will take place virtually.\nPlease click link below for more conference details and to register.\nhttps://bcinclusivelearning.com/event-info/#registration\n« Back to all events URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/summer-institute-2021/2021-08-23/ CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Summer-Institute.jpg LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/summer-institute-2021/2021-08-23/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210809T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210809T133000 DTSTAMP:20260428T085320 CREATED:20210730T174546Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210730T175109Z UID:21827-1628510400-1628515800@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:Recipes for Respite DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nWhat’s your Recipe for Respite?\nCOVID is still here. And families need a break to stay safe and strong. We’re interested in learning about and sharing what families are already doing to get a break\, as well as understanding the unique ingredients still needed to make respite a reality. Please join our discussion circle about how we can work together for families and their loved ones to have a safe and helpful break from the significant and daily stresses going on right now and into the next year. \nTHEMES:\nAugust 9 – Transitioning to CLBC and the new world of respite\nAugust 23 – Fun Quick Crafts with Annette Shepherd \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\n  \nFamily Support Institute of BC (FSI) is a provincial not-for-profit society committed to supporting families who have a family member with a disability. FSI is unique in Canada and the only grass roots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base. \nFSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY \nYou are invited to join FSI CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS\, a private Facebook Group intended to continue conversations of support or provide an alternative platform for support. www.facebook.com/groups/fsicontinuingconversations/ \nAll FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone only if access to computers and/or internet is a barrier. If you need assistance registering for any session\, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403. \n*FG URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/recipes-for-respite-27/2021-08-09/ CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar,Recipes for Respite ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Family-Hangout-RESPITE.jpg LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/recipes-for-respite-27/2021-08-09/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210721T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210721T200000 DTSTAMP:20260428T085320 CREATED:20210615T205312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210615T205312Z UID:20808-1626892200-1626897600@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:About FSI - Trail/Castlegar/Boundary DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nWant to connect with other parents and caregivers like you? They’re out there! Through the BC Family Support Institute\, you can connect to a peer-support program that connects you to parents living a similar narrative as yours. Join us to learn about the Family Support Institute of BC\, our model of support and all the wonderful tools and resources we have put together for families over the years. This is also an opportunity to meet your local volunteer Resource Parents. \nTo REGISTER for this session click here:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYsf-mhpzoiGtw_2vAcB59LG81XIiZy6YCH \nFamily Support Institute of BC (FSI) is a provincial not-for-profit society committed to supporting families who have a family member with a disability.\nFSI is unique in Canada and the only grass roots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base.\nFSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY \nYou are invited to join FSI CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS\, a private Facebook Group intended to continue conversations of support or provide an alternative platform for support. www.facebook.com/groups/fsicontinuingconversations/ \nAll FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone only if access to computers and/or internet is a barrier. If you need assistance registering for any session\, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403. \n*FSI URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/about-fsi-trail-castlegar-boundary/ CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Family-Hangout-ABOUT-FSI.jpg LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/about-fsi-trail-castlegar-boundary/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210719T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210719T200000 DTSTAMP:20260428T085320 CREATED:20210615T205100Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210615T205100Z UID:20806-1626719400-1626724800@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:About FSI - Nelson/Kaslo/Nakusp DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nWant to connect with other parents and caregivers like you? They’re out there! Through the BC Family Support Institute\, you can connect to a peer-support program that connects you to parents living a similar narrative as yours. Join us to learn about the Family Support Institute of BC\, our model of support and all the wonderful tools and resources we have put together for families over the years. This is also an opportunity to meet your local volunteer Resource Parents. \nTo REGISTER for this session click here:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUqc-isqjstH9fBO6RP7T4keUU5D0DZGxQZ \nFamily Support Institute of BC (FSI) is a provincial not-for-profit society committed to supporting families who have a family member with a disability.\nFSI is unique in Canada and the only grass roots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base.\nFSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY \nYou are invited to join FSI CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS\, a private Facebook Group intended to continue conversations of support or provide an alternative platform for support. www.facebook.com/groups/fsicontinuingconversations/ \nAll FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone only if access to computers and/or internet is a barrier. If you need assistance registering for any session\, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403. \n*FSI URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/about-fsi-nelson-kaslo-nakusp/ CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Family-Hangout-ABOUT-FSI.jpg LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/about-fsi-nelson-kaslo-nakusp/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210719T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210719T160000 DTSTAMP:20260428T085320 CREATED:20210703T043800Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210703T043800Z UID:21309-1626706800-1626710400@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:Housing & Self-Advocacy Panel DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nDo you want to learn from people with experience fighting for their rights in an ableist society? Do you want to find out more about self-advocacy skills and overcoming obstacles when it comes to housing rights for people with disabilities in British Columbia? Join our panel of experienced self-advocates for stories\, advice\, and a live Q&A about the challenges and solutions people have found! \nRegister to attend the event HERE\, click link.\nPlease register by Friday\, July 16th. We will send an email reminder through your Eventbrite registration with the Zoom login information to all registered attendees on July 17th\, 2 days before the event. (Check your promotions/junk folder if you don’t find it in your inbox this day – You can also check the Eventbrite online event page to get the Zoom login link). We hope you can make it! \nPanel members will share stories from their lives about housing experiences to highlight why self-advocacy and community living are essential. There will be time for questions from the audience at the end – panel members will answer questions about their presentations and share advice with people who want to learn more about standing up for their housing rights. \nMeet the Panel:\nJo-Anne Gauthier\, BCPF President & Self-Advocate Mentor\nLorie Sherritt\, Self-Advocate & Self-Advocate Consultant\nMargaux Wosk\, Self-Advocate & Artist\nGerry Juzenas\, Self-Advocate & Public Speaker URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/housing-self-advocacy-panel/ CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Screen-Shot-2021-07-02-at-9.36.59-PM.png LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/housing-self-advocacy-panel/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210712T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210712T190000 DTSTAMP:20260428T085320 CREATED:20210615T203046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210615T203046Z UID:20790-1626111000-1626116400@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:About FSI - Cranbrook/Kimberley/Creston DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nWant to connect with other parents and caregivers like you? They’re out there! Through the BC Family Support Institute\, you can connect to a peer-support program that connects you to parents living a similar narrative as yours. Join us to learn about the Family Support Institute of BC\, our model of support and all the wonderful tools and resources we have put together for families over the years. This is also an opportunity to meet your local volunteer Resource Parents. \nTo REGISTER for this session click here:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUtdO6srjIpGdKXlUQgCwxHwifzLH2oUuc6 \nFamily Support Institute of BC (FSI) is a provincial not-for-profit society committed to supporting families who have a family member with a disability.\nFSI is unique in Canada and the only grass roots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base.\nFSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY \nYou are invited to join FSI CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS\, a private Facebook Group intended to continue conversations of support or provide an alternative platform for support. www.facebook.com/groups/fsicontinuingconversations/ \nAll FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone only if access to computers and/or internet is a barrier. If you need assistance registering for any session\, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403. \n*FSI URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/about-fsi-cranbrook-kimberley-creston/ CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Family-Hangout-ABOUT-FSI.jpg LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/about-fsi-cranbrook-kimberley-creston/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210707T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210707T190000 DTSTAMP:20260428T085320 CREATED:20210615T202605Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210615T202605Z UID:20788-1625679000-1625684400@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:About FSI - Elk Valley DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nWant to connect with other parents and caregivers like you? They’re out there! Through the BC Family Support Institute\, you can connect to a peer-support program that connects you to parents living a similar narrative as yours. Join us to learn about the Family Support Institute of BC\, our model of support and all the wonderful tools and resources we have put together for families over the years. This is also an opportunity to meet your local volunteer Resource Parents. \nTo REGISTER for this session click here:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcpdOihrDkvEtY3oA8Pmz2_XSkAgiezZfSc \nFamily Support Institute of BC (FSI) is a provincial not-for-profit society committed to supporting families who have a family member with a disability.\nFSI is unique in Canada and the only grass roots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base.\nFSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY \nYou are invited to join FSI CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS\, a private Facebook Group intended to continue conversations of support or provide an alternative platform for support. www.facebook.com/groups/fsicontinuingconversations/ \nAll FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone only if access to computers and/or internet is a barrier. If you need assistance registering for any session\, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403. \n*FSI URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/about-fsi-elk-valley/ CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Family-Hangout-ABOUT-FSI.jpg LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/about-fsi-elk-valley/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210705T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210705T190000 DTSTAMP:20260428T085321 CREATED:20210615T201900Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210615T201900Z UID:20766-1625506200-1625511600@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:About FSI - Columbia Valley DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nWant to connect with other parents and caregivers like you? They’re out there! Through the BC Family Support Institute\, you can connect to a peer-support program that connects you to parents living a similar narrative as yours. Join us to learn about the Family Support Institute of BC\, our model of support and all the wonderful tools and resources we have put together for families over the years. This is also an opportunity to meet your local volunteer Resource Parents. \nTo REGISTER for this session click here:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUofumhrz8vGtQdx8nOR-MtPztWrbC8eZYS \nFamily Support Institute of BC (FSI) is a provincial not-for-profit society committed to supporting families who have a family member with a disability.\nFSI is unique in Canada and the only grass roots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base.\nFSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY \nYou are invited to join FSI CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS\, a private Facebook Group intended to continue conversations of support or provide an alternative platform for support. www.facebook.com/groups/fsicontinuingconversations/ \nAll FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone only if access to computers and/or internet is a barrier. If you need assistance registering for any session\, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403. \n*FSI URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/about-fsi-columbia-valley/ CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Family-Hangout-ABOUT-FSI.jpg LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/about-fsi-columbia-valley/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210629T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210629T190000 DTSTAMP:20260428T085321 CREATED:20210615T193550Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210615T194204Z UID:20764-1624987800-1624993200@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:About FSI - New Aiyansh and Nass Valley DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nWant to connect with other parents and caregivers like you? They’re out there! Through the BC Family Support Institute\, you can connect to a peer-support program that connects you to parents living a similar narrative as yours. Join us to learn about the Family Support Institute of BC\, our model of support and all the wonderful tools and resources we have put together for families over the years. This is also an opportunity to meet your local volunteer Resource Parents. These zooms are open to families and professionals who wish to learn about FSI. \nTo REGISTER for this session click here:\nhttps://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYvf-yrpzMsHdbhTR9_wN7jEM-W3MS0WaYd \nFamily Support Institute of BC (FSI) is a provincial not-for-profit society committed to supporting families who have a family member with a disability.\nFSI is unique in Canada and the only grass roots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base.\nFSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY \nYou are invited to join FSI CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS\, a private Facebook Group intended to continue conversations of support or provide an alternative platform for support. www.facebook.com/groups/fsicontinuingconversations/ \nAll FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone only if access to computers and/or internet is a barrier. If you need assistance registering for any session\, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403. \n*JLA URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/about-fsi-new-aiyansh-and-nass-valley/ CATEGORIES:Family Hangouts,FSI Event Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Family-Hangout-ABOUT-FSI.jpg LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/about-fsi-new-aiyansh-and-nass-valley/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210628T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210628T190000 DTSTAMP:20260428T085321 CREATED:20210615T175553Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210615T175553Z UID:20762-1624901400-1624906800@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:About FSI - Kitimat DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nWant to connect with other parents and caregivers like you? They’re out there! Through the BC Family Support Institute\, you can connect to a peer-support program that connects you to parents living a similar narrative as yours. Join us to learn about the Family Support Institute of BC\, our model of support and all the wonderful tools and resources we have put together for families over the years. This is also an opportunity to meet your local volunteer Resource Parents. These zooms are open to families and professionals who wish to learn about FSI. \nTo REGISTER for this session click here:\nhttps://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcsc-mhrzkoHtNCYWO5H-oo8LtpQv8fp30e \nFamily Support Institute of BC (FSI) is a provincial not-for-profit society committed to supporting families who have a family member with a disability.\nFSI is unique in Canada and the only grass roots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base.\nFSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY \nYou are invited to join FSI CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS\, a private Facebook Group intended to continue conversations of support or provide an alternative platform for support. www.facebook.com/groups/fsicontinuingconversations/ \nAll FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone only if access to computers and/or internet is a barrier. If you need assistance registering for any session\, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403. \n*JLA URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/about-fsi-kitimat/ CATEGORIES:Family Hangouts,FSI Event Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Family-Hangout-ABOUT-FSI.jpg LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/about-fsi-kitimat/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210624T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210624T190000 DTSTAMP:20260428T085321 CREATED:20210615T175217Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210615T175217Z UID:20760-1624555800-1624561200@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:About FSI - Terrace DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nWant to connect with other parents and caregivers like you? They’re out there! Through the BC Family Support Institute\, you can connect to a peer-support program that connects you to parents living a similar narrative as yours. Join us to learn about the Family Support Institute of BC\, our model of support and all the wonderful tools and resources we have put together for families over the years. This is also an opportunity to meet your local volunteer Resource Parents. These zooms are open to families and professionals who wish to learn about FSI. \nTo REGISTER for this session click here:\nhttps://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYodOGurDwrGtW2x6i7JToR_sp-XnQAGONY \nFamily Support Institute of BC (FSI) is a provincial not-for-profit society committed to supporting families who have a family member with a disability.\nFSI is unique in Canada and the only grass roots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base.\nFSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY \nYou are invited to join FSI CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS\, a private Facebook Group intended to continue conversations of support or provide an alternative platform for support. www.facebook.com/groups/fsicontinuingconversations/ \nAll FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone only if access to computers and/or internet is a barrier. If you need assistance registering for any session\, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403. \n*JLA URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/about-fsi-terrace/ CATEGORIES:Family Hangouts,FSI Event Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Family-Hangout-ABOUT-FSI.jpg LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/about-fsi-terrace/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210624T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210624T143000 DTSTAMP:20260428T085321 CREATED:20210615T215503Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210916T211906Z UID:20814-1624541400-1624545000@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:Navigating the Early Years DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nFamilies and caregivers of children 0-8 are invited to come together in a safe space for camaraderie\, inspiration\, problem solving\, and support. Bring your thoughts\, questions and wonderings to the conversation circle and share and encourage each other. \nClick here to register:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAvcu2grzwtHdEV3O9AqtujGm_hLm3YgPNL \n  \nFamily Support Institute of BC (FSI) is a provincial not-for-profit society committed to supporting families who have a family member with a disability. FSI is unique in Canada and the only grass roots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base. \nFSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY \nYou are invited to join FSI: EARLY YEARS TRANSITIONS\, a private Facebook Group created by The Family Support Institute of BC aimed to support families navigate the journey of transitioning into Kindergarten for their loved ones through peer-to-peer support and shared experiences. https://www.facebook.com/groups/fsitransitiontok \nAll FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone only if access to computers and/or internet is a barrier. If you need assistance registering for any session\, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403. \n*FSI URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/navigating-the-early-years/2021-06-24/ CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Family-Hangout-Early-Years2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210622T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210622T190000 DTSTAMP:20260428T085321 CREATED:20210615T174724Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210615T174724Z UID:20758-1624383000-1624388400@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:About FSI - Prince Rupert DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nWant to connect with other parents and caregivers like you? They’re out there! Through the BC Family Support Institute\, you can connect to a peer-support program that connects you to parents living a similar narrative as yours. Join us to learn about the Family Support Institute of BC\, our model of support and all the wonderful tools and resources we have put together for families over the years. This is also an opportunity to meet your local volunteer Resource Parents. These zooms are open to families and professionals who wish to learn about FSI. \nTo REGISTER for this session click here:\nhttps://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAkcuyhrz8tGd2q0l_u7juA-a2Wx1aySS6K \nFamily Support Institute of BC (FSI) is a provincial not-for-profit society committed to supporting families who have a family member with a disability.\nFSI is unique in Canada and the only grass roots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base.\nFSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY \nYou are invited to join FSI CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS\, a private Facebook Group intended to continue conversations of support or provide an alternative platform for support. www.facebook.com/groups/fsicontinuingconversations/ \nAll FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone only if access to computers and/or internet is a barrier. If you need assistance registering for any session\, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403. \n*JLA URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/about-fsi-prince-rupert/ CATEGORIES:Family Hangouts,FSI Event Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Family-Hangout-ABOUT-FSI.jpg LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/about-fsi-prince-rupert/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210621T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210621T193000 DTSTAMP:20260428T085321 CREATED:20210615T171523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210615T171523Z UID:20736-1624298400-1624303800@familysupportbc.com SUMMARY:FASD Series - Finding Strength and Hope: Stories of Lives Affected by FASD DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nThis session will explore how stories connect and teach us to see the world differently. \nTo REGISTER for this session click here:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEtd-6rrDIrHdcDL3V4BA84Y8vFgsOSe3JQ \nFamily Support Institute of BC (FSI) is a provincial not-for-profit society committed to supporting families who have a family member with a disability. FSI is unique in Canada and the only grass roots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base.\nFSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY \nYou are invited to join FSI CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS\, a private Facebook Group intended to continue conversations of support or provide an alternative platform for support. www.facebook.com/groups/fsicontinuingconversations/ \nAll FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone only if access to computers and/or internet is a barrier. If you need assistance registering for any session\, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403. \n*FSI URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/fasd-series-finding-strength-and-hope-stories-of-lives-affected-by-fasd/ LOCATION:Online\, British Columbia\, Canada CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://familysupportbc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Family-Hangout-FASD.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR