Osanis Inclusion Services Inc.

Rare But Not Alone
2025-11-03 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-12-01 18:30 - 19:30, 2026-01-05 18:30 - 19:30, 2026-02-02 18:30 - 19:30, 2026-03-02 18:30 - 19:30, 2026-04-06 18:30 - 19:30, 2026-05-04 18:30 - 19:30, 2026-06-01 18:30 - 19:30 (America/Vancouver) | Virtual Event
Join us in this welcoming space for families who care for someone with a rare disorder (diagnosed or not). Rare disorders and conditions affect a small number of people in the country or even the world. Living with a rare disorder or condition can feel invisible and isolating, and sometimes there are seemingly no answers. But it doesn’t have to be scary all of the time—especially if you have others beside you! Join our supportive group and find strength in numbers as we share stories, connect with others who understand, and build upon our supportive networks.
Family 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 grassroots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base. FSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY FSI is committed to making our events as accessible as possible to everyone who wants to attend. If you have accessibility needs, please let us know when you register, or send us an email to discuss your specific needs. Sign language (ASL) interpretation can be available with 3 weeks notice. Please identify that you require ASL when you register.

What's holding us back? The future of inclusive education in Canada
2025-11-05 16:00 - 17:30 (America/Vancouver) | Virtual Event
16th Annual National Policy Forum on Inclusion
This year’s policy forum will be a 3-part virtual series exploring the realities of inclusive education in Canada. The series will bring together self-advocates, family members, educators, and policy experts. Article 24 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities says that people with disabilities have a right to an inclusive education at all levels. We will explore what gets in the way of these rights in Canada and highlight examples of how we can overcome these barriers together.
Format: 3-part virtual event via Zoom webinar. The forum will include a series of panels and interactive Question & Answer periods. Panels include perspectives of lived experience from people with an intellectual disability and families, as well as research and policy expertise from community organizations and educators.
Your ticket gives you access to all 3 sessions

Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 7pm-8:30pm Eastern
Wednesday, November 12, 2025, 7pm-8:30pm Eastern
Wednesday, November 19, 2025, 7pm-8:30pm Eastern

A recording of the event will be provided to everyone who registers.
The forum will be held in English. Simultaneous French interpretation and English and French CART will be provided.
Important: ASL and LSQ will be available upon request. Please identify that you require ASL or LSQ when you register, and no later than October 28, 2025. ASL and LSQ interpreters are in high demand. It’s important to us that community members have access to interpreters in their daily lives for things like medical appointments, education, and legal processes. Understanding that access to interpretation is a valuable and limited resource, we will book interpretation only when a need for them is identified.
To help us provide an accessible event, please indicate your accommodation needs when you register.
For questions about this event, please contact: forum@inclusioncanada.ca

Learn about the Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP)
2025-11-05 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Vancouver) | Virtual Event
The Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP) is a savings plan that can help someone with disabilities to save for their long-term financial security. Individuals must have the Disability Tax Credit (DTC) to be eligible. Want to learn more about opening an RDSP account? Check out our RDSP Toolkit, or attend an info webinar by Plan Institute!

Welcoming City Community Conversation: Community Leadership & Belonging
2025-11-15 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | Fernwood Community Centre, 1240 Gladstone Ave, Victoria, BC, V8T 1G6, Canada
Overview

Who leads? Who belongs? How do we open doors for more voices? How can we make civic spaces more accessible?

Who leads? Who belongs? How do we open doors for more voices? How can we make civic spaces more accessible?
Hosted by the City of Victoria’s Welcoming City Advisory Committee in partnership with the Coastal Research, Education, and Advocacy Network (CREAN), this Welcoming City Community Conversation explores what leadership and belonging means in community spaces. This conversation builds upon the Welcoming City Standards and Strategy.
The evening will open with guest speaker Lindsay Katsitsakatste Delaronde, the first Indigenous Artist in Residence for the City of Victoria (2017–2019). Her work centers on Indigenous theatre, collaborative practice, cultural resurgence, and social and political activism through the arts.
A facilitated group discussion will follow, inviting community members to share experiences and ideas for shaping more inclusive, welcoming, and accessible civic spaces.
Light refreshments provided by Stir It Up (Caribbean food).
For accessibility accommodations, please email: zara@creansociety.org

Issues of Substance Conference
2025-11-17 - 2025-11-19 | Halifax Convention Centre, 1650 Argyle Street, Halifax, NS, B3J 0E6, Canada
CCSA’s Issues of Substance is the flagship event of the Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction (CCSA), an organization that addresses issues related to substance use and addiction that affect the health and safety of Canadians.
The biennial event is Canada’s only national conference that brings together addiction workers, healthcare professionals, researchers, policy makers, knowledge brokers, and people with direct or indirect, lived or living experience with substance use or a substance use disorders from across the country.
CCSA’s Issues of Substance is unique because this three-day event provides an unparalleled opportunity to share new research and best practices, network with peers, and receive practical training related to substance use and addiction prevention, treatment and recovery.

How to Register
Register for our Issues of Substance 2025 conference through the CCSA registration portal, beginning Tuesday, April 8.
Registration Fees
All registrants (including students) are entitled to:

Attend all sessions, and
Three full breakfasts, three lunches and break refreshments.

Early-Bird Registration Fee
Pay only $1,150 if you register online by Friday, September 19 at 11:59 p.m. EDT!
Regular Registration Fee
Pay $1,295 between Saturday, September 20 and Thursday, November 6 at 11:59 p.m. EST.
You can also complete and pay for your registration in-person, at the regular rate, beginning Sunday, November 16 (if spaces are still available).
Student Registration Fee
Student registration fee: $595
To register at the student rate, provide proof of your full-time enrolment as an undergraduate, master’s or doctoral student at a Canadian higher education institution in a program related to substance use health, addiction or behavioural addictions. Please upload a photo of your student card displaying the current year at the time of registration.
Registration for Conference Presenters
Presenters must complete and pay for their registration by Wednesday, May 28, to secure their spot in the program.
Questions
If you have questions about registering for CCSA’s Issues of Substance, please contact CCSA Event Planner, Andrea Wagner at AWagner@ccsa.ca. Thank you!

ADHD X Autism: “The Similarities and Differences” - Free webinar
2025-11-19 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Vancouver) | Virtual Event
Join Adult Autism Centre & Adult ADHD Centre for a free, live webinar—ADHD X Autism: “The Similarities and Differences”—on Wednesday, November 19, 2025!
Gain insights from Dr. Anita Parhar and Dr. Gurdeep Parhar as they explore the connections, similarities, and distinctions between ADHD and autism.

The Learning Disabilities Association of Canada's 4th National Virtual Conference
2025-11-22 | Virtual Event
An empowering day of learning, collaboration, and advocacy for parents, educators, professionals, and caregivers supporting individuals with learning disabilities (LD).
This year’s theme — The Power of Partnership — reflects LDAC’s mission to promote the full participation of children, youth, and adults with learning disabilities in school, work, and life. Whether you’re a caregiver navigating your child’s diagnosis, a teacher looking for proven tools, or a professional working to support inclusion, this conference delivers practical knowledge, actionable strategies, and powerful connections.
Your participation directly supports LDAC’s national advocacy, research, and programming — supporting the 5.6% of Canadians living with learning disabilities — and the educators, professionals, and families who stand beside them.

Early Bird Registration – $50 + $5.75 HST (ends Nov. 4, 2025)
General Admission – $75 + $8.63 HST

Link to Register

Ability To Rise
2025-12-03 08:00 - 16:30 (America/Halifax) | Cedar Event Centre, 111 Clayton Park Drive, Halifax, NS, B3M 1M3, Canada
Overview

Join us to honour champions of accessibility and inclusion through stories, awards, and performances that inspire change.

Welcome to Ability to Rise: Celebrating Leaders in Disability Inclusion
A celebration in recognition of the United Nations’ International Day of Persons with Disabilities on December 3, 2025.

About
This inspiring event features motivational speakers, engaging presentations, live performances, awards ceremonies, great food, and meaningful networking opportunities. It’s a space where employers, community leaders, and advocates come together to recognize progress, share stories, and reaffirm their commitment to accessibility and inclusion in our workplaces and communities.
Ability to Rise is a province-wide collaboration between:

Government of Nova Scotia’s Accessibility Directorate
Halifax Regional Municipality’s Office of Diversity and Inclusion (ANSAIO)
Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission (NSHRC)
Nova Scotia League for Equal Opportunities (NSLEO)
Nova Scotia Liquor Commission (NSLC)
Nova Scotia Works (NSW)
TEAM Work Cooperative & the MentorAbility program
The Disability Partnership

Together, we are building a platform that celebrates leadership, accessibility, and inclusion —showcasing the power and potential of persons with disabilities across Nova Scotia.

Transportation Information
Halifax Transit Routes & Schedules
Closest Bus Routes: 3, 4, and 135 (Lacewood Dr. & Dunbrack St.)
Secondary Routes: 2, 136, 137, 138 (Willett St. & Dunbrack St.)
Walking Distance: 8–10 minutes from bus stops to the venue.
If you have transportation barriers or concerns, email info@nsleo.com and we’ll assist wherever possible.

Accessibility Information
Below you’ll find details about accessibility supports and event logistics.
When registering, please note any accessibility needs or required services so we can reduce barriers as much as possible.
Services already being provided are:

ASL interpreters
CART (captioning)
Sighted guides

Venue Accessibility:

Accessible parking available (note: spaces and aisles are smaller than standard size)
Table clearance is 26.5” but if you need a higher clearance, please indicate this in your registration form

Event Accessibility:

Seating arranged to accommodate accessibility and dietary needs
Breakfast: plated service
Lunch: buffet service
Volunteers available to assist as needed

Accessible Transportation
We are planning on providing accessible transportation if there is interest. The current plan is to have a shuttle from Mumford Terminal area to the Cedar Event Centre. If you are interested, please note it in the accessibility needs question or email info@nsleo.com. Plans may change if there is not enough demand but we will do our best to provide local travel accommodations to the venue.

Registration Information
Ticket Options:

Free tickets are available if cost is a barrier to attending.
Alternate payment methods, such as invoicing, can also be arranged.

Group Registration:

Limit of one table (8 seats) per organization.
You can request additional seats and will be notified by Monday, November 24, 2025 if this is a possibility

Registration Deadline:
Monday, November 24, 2025, or until all seats are filled.
Additional Details:
Eventbrite is used for payment and basic contact details.
A follow-up email will include a link to collect dietary and accessibility information for each attendee.
You can register and pay first, then submit individual attendee details later (by the deadline).
For more information on any of the registration details, including ticket options, group registration, or payment, please email info@nsleo.com.

Refunds & Ticket Transfers
Refunds are available until Wednesday, November 26, 2025.
Can’t attend? You’re encouraged to transfer your ticket to someone else. To do so, simply email info@nsleo.com with the updated attendee name(s).

Nobody’s Perfect (NPP) Facilitators
2026-05-05 - 2026-05-06 | Virtual Event
Save the Date for the third National Virtual Nobody’s Perfect Conference, happening May 5 & 6, 2026!
Theme: Looking Within, Growing Together: Supporting parenting journeys through shared experiences
This virtual event will bring together Nobody’s Perfect (NPP) Facilitators, Trainers, Master Trainers, Provincial/Territorial Coordinators, Public Health Agency of Canada policy analysts, and international partners. It’s a chance to connect, share, and celebrate the impact of Nobody’s Perfect over the decades.
Call for Proposals Now Open!
Do you have something inspiring to share? We’re looking for dynamic workshop facilitators and entertainers to help make this conference unforgettable.
Apply here
Upcoming Event: NPP Facilitator Refresher Day – January 13, 2026
Join us for a national virtual refresher day to reconnect and recharge.
Register here
Posters below – feel free to share with your networks!

Save the Date English
Réservez la date
Call for Proposals
Nobody’s Perfect Facilitator Refresher
