Osanis Inclusion Services Inc.

Drop-in Floor Hockey for Individuals with Diverse Abilities
2025-10-15 13:00 - 14:30, 2025-10-22 13:00 - 14:30, 2025-10-29 13:00 - 14:30 (America/Vancouver) | SJ Willis High School, 923 Topaz Avenue, Victoria, BC, V8T 2M2, Canada

ADHD & Autism Series - Free webinar
2025-10-15 16:00 - 17:00 | Virtual Event
The Adult ADHD Centre & The Adult Autism Centre are launching a free webinar series, “ADHD & Autism,” featuring Dr. Anita Parhar and Dr. Gurdeep Parhar.
The inaugural session, titled “I have been diagnosed with ADHD, could I also be Autistic?” takes place on October 15, 2025, from 4:00–5:00 PM PDT / 6:00–7:00 PM CDT / 7:00–8:00 PM EDT.
This interactive event is open to individuals, families, and professionals seeking expert insight on dual diagnoses, with opportunities for practical guidance and live Q&A.
Registration is free, and all are welcome to attend this informative session on the overlap between ADHD and autism.

Young Sibling Peer Support Network
2025-10-21 16:30 - 18:00 | Virtual Event
Find support for children and youth aged 8-11 who have a sibling with a disability! The Young Sibling Peer Support Network hosts free, monthly online peer groups for siblings of people with a disability or chronic health condition. For now, online groups are open to siblings living in the Victoria, Vancouver, and Prince George regions.
Siblings anywhere in BC can also check out the following resources:

Sibling Resource List: A collection of supports and information created to help families.
Recommended Books: A curated list of books for siblings and families, available through the BC Children’s Hospital Family Library in person or online.

To learn more about the peer support groups, you can watch this Information Video on YouTube, or contact 604-875-3594 or siblingcentre@cw.bc.ca
Victoria:
Tuesday, October 21, 2025, from 4:30 to 6:00 pm
Vancouver:
Wednesday, October 22, 2025, from 4:30 to 6:00 pm
Prince George:
Friday, October 24, 2025, from 4:30 to 6:00 pm

Heartspace Gentle Movement
2025-10-23 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual Event
Join Tyra Skibington, certified yoga instructor, for a 45-minute gentle movement program, accessible for all abilities. Wear comfortable clothing, bring a comforting beverage, have a clear space on the floor with a chair or couch nearby for support, but otherwise no special equipment required!
Tyra has been a yoga teacher for over 10 years. She is passionate about caring for the caregiver because she is one. She knows the power of pausing through breath work and loves to share restorative movement as part of that practice. Join Tyra by inviting space and more breath into your body. This will help clear the mind, calm the nervous system and bring awareness to the body.
Register Here

Movie Night - Finding Nemo
2025-10-24 17:00 - 20:00 | Saanich Fairgrounds, 1528 Stelly's Cross Rd, Saanichton, BC, Canada
The Saanichton Village and the Brentwood Bay Community Associations present:
Finding Nemo

Food, treats & fun activities before the movie starts at 7pm!
Doors open at 5:00pm

Wear your jammies, bring your chairs & blankets
When: October 24, 2025
Where: Saanich Fairgrounds Cedar R00m – Main Building | 1528 Stelly’s Cross Rd, Saanichton

Esquimalt Halloween Skate
2025-10-30 15:00 - 16:30 | Archie Browning Sports Centre, 1151 Esquimalt Rd., Victoria, BC, V9A 3N6, Canada
Event location: Archie Browning Sports Centre
Event address: 1151 Esquimalt Road
Join us for a spooky Everyone Welcome Skate.
Kids in FULL costume get in FREE!
More Info

All Abilities Open Mic Coffee House
2025-11-01 18:30 - 20:00, 2025-11-15 18:30 - 20:00, 2025-12-06 18:30 - 20:00, 2025-12-20 18:30 - 20:00 | All Abilities Coffee House, 923 Topaz Ave, Victoria, BC, Canada
All abilities open mic coffee house
– Including Open Mic, guest performers, karaoke and singalong. Music, spoken word, comedy…all welcome!

Our featured guest performer on Oct. 18th is SEAN McCOOL from the band “Soul Shakers”.

Joy of Music - by West Coast Reach Association
2025-11-13 10:30 - 11:30, 2025-12-11 10:30 - 11:30 | McTavish Academy of Art (Gymnasium), 1720 McTavish Rd, North Saanich, BC, V8L 5T9, Canada
A lively, monthly music program for those with diverse-abilities (and their caregivers). – On the second Thursday morning each month at McTavish Academy of Art in North Saanich. For more detailed information see below. Questions? – Call 250-882-4339 or send us a an email message addressed to: westcoastreach@gmail.com (or click on the following button.

Download Flyer Here

Sandra Pronteau - Documentary Screening
2025-11-17 15:00 - 16:00 | Virtual Event
November is Indigenous Disability Awareness Month, a time to honour Indigenous people with disabilities and celebrate them as vital members of our communities. ConnecTra is hosting a documentary screening made by Inclusion BC featuring Sandra Pronteau, a Cree-Metis Indigenous woman who has spent many years advocating from various social issues, from equal education rights to support for Indigenous people with disabilities. At the end, Sandra will participate in a Q&A session.
Monday, November 17, 2025, from 3:00 to 4:00 pm
REGISTER HERE

Holiday Care Kits
2025-11-28 10:30 - 15:30 | Federation of BC Youth in Care Networks Office, 360-555 Sixth Street, New Westminster, BC, V3L 5H1, Canada
Request your Holiday Care Kit!
The winter holidays can be a difficult time. We want to remind you
that you’re supported and cared about this holiday season!
Holiday Care Kits are a package of goodies from us to you.
They are for youth in and from care
between the ages of 14-28, as well as Fed Alumni.
Apply for a FREE kit below:
Request a Kit
Want to Get involved in our Holiday Program?Help us Build over 500 Holiday Care Kits!
We need your help to spread some Fed magic this holiday season!
We are looking for youth and adult volunteers to help build our holiday care kits!
Date:
November 28, 2025
Time:
10:30AM-3:30PM
Where:
New Westminster, BC
Training:
Hands on training provided during build
Other:
Lunch and snacks provided
Contact Marcey at marcey.amaya@fbcyicn.ca or 604-355-2530 to learn more about this opportunity!

Santa Claus Parade
2025-11-29 13:00 - 20:00 | Belleville & Government to Douglas and Chatham and Bastian Square
Join us for the 43rd Peninsula Co-op Santa Claus Parade on Saturday, November 29th, and experience the magic of the season in downtown Victoria!
Start your afternoon at the Bastion Square Christmas Festival presented by Peninsula Co-op between 1:00 PM and 6:00 PM — sip on warm mulled cider, enjoy delicious holiday treats, and snap a festive photo with Santa (furry friends are welcome too!).
Then, grab your spot along the parade route for the Peninsula Co-op Santa Claus Parade presented by CHEK Media at 5:30 PM, as dazzling floats, marching bands, and holiday cheer light up the streets!
And the magic doesn’t end there — after the parade, head over to Centennial Square for the spectacular Lights of Wonder opening night, where thousands of twinkling lights bring the heart of the city to life.

Holiday Party!
2025-11-29 14:00 - 16:30 | Church of our Lord, 626 Blanshard Str., Victoria, BC, V8W 3G6, Canada
Join us for our annual Holiday Party hosted by the Greater Victoria Down Syndrome Society! Enjoy snacks, games and songs. After the party, gather with friends and family to watch the Santa Claus Parade in downtown Victoria. Mark your calendars for November 30th and don’t miss out on this heartwarming event!

We Are One
2025-11-30 14:00 - 16:00 | Dave Dunnet Community Theatre, 2121 Cadboro Bay Rd., Victoria, BC, V8R 5G4, Canada
Our dynamic, upcoming show on November 30th is going to be amazing! Advanced tickets are available and recommended as this show often sells out in advance. Outstanding performers celebrate human solidarity day and the International Day of Persons With Disabilities. Click this link for full information about the show and tickets.

Outstanding performers commemorate Human Solidarity Day and the International Day of Persons With Disabilities

FEATURING:

MC – Gregor Craigie (CBC Radio Host)
Kalyna Ukrainian Choir
Hounds of Cuchulain (Celtic band)
Caleb Hart (Caribbean)
REACH! All Abilities Performing Co and Children’s Chorus
Canadian College of Performing Arts dancers
Garth Homer “One Voice, Many Stories”.

Wheelchair accessible. Advanced tickets recommended.

Learn About Support Worker Central
2025-12-02 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual Event
Are you looking to hire support staff? Learn about Support Worker Central, a free, province-wide job board where families and their loved ones with disabilities can find and hire support staff. During this presentation, you will learn how to create an account as someone hiring staff through Support Worker Central, how the job board works, and the resources available to support you as an employer. There will be time to ask questions. This presentation is geared towards people who are hiring support staff; however, if you are interested in becoming a support worker, you are welcome to attend.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025, from 10:00 am to 11:00 am
REGISTER HERE
