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SUMMARY:FREE Parenting Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Edward Milne Community School Society (EMCS) is partnering with Sea to Tree Health & Wellness to offer parents FREE workshops to support and navigate the challenges of parenthood. Please register by calling: 250-642-6371 or email here.  \n\n\n\n  \nThe Teen Brain – Oct 21\, 6-7:30 pm \nUnderstanding how brain development impacts everything in your teenagers life\, how to support their growth\,  \nmental health warning signs\, and internet safety. \n​ \nTalking Sex\, Drugs\, and Rock & Roll – Oct 28\, 6 – 7:30 pm \nHow to have these potentially difficult\, but very important conversations.  \nUnderstanding what risks and choices your teenager may be facing and supporting them to find their own boundaries. \n​ \nCommunication Skills & Managing Conflict – Nov 4\, 6 – 7:30 pm \nNonviolent communication and other helpful communication strategies\, de-escalating conflict\, creating and sustaining connection. \n​ \nDealing with Stress & Anxiety in Your Family – Nov 18\, 6 – 7:30 pm \nTools to manage stress and anxiety\, instilling resilience\, where to find help if you need it. \n\n\nAbout the Facilitators: \nTyler (he/him) is completing his master’s degree in Counselling Psychology. Tyler has worked with children and youth in many different capacities and settings including with unhoused youth and youth in the criminal justice system. Tyler has two young children. \n \nHermione (she/her) has a focus on health promotion and community development and engagement. She has worked for many years in the areas of sexual health\, mental health\, and substance use. Hermione is Mum to one and step-mom (Mumsy) to two. All three of her children are now adults.
URL:https://osanisinclusion.ca/event/free-parenting-workshops/
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Education
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SUMMARY:DBT Skills Groups for Adolescents & Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:DBT for Adolescents & Caregivers\nWe will be offering a Multi-Family DBT Skills Training Group starting in January 2025 located in Victoria\, BC. Intakes open on November 1\, 2024\, and the screening form will be available on that day below. \nWhat: 26-week Multi-Family DBT Skills Training Group \nWhen: January -July 2025 \nWhere: In-person in Victoria\, BC (location TBD) \nWho: Adolescents aged 13-17 who are residents of the CRD and struggle with BPD symptoms or emotion dysregulation\, with the strongly recommended option for two caregivers to attend. \nCost: Free \nIntake Date: November 1\, 2024. The screening form for clients is now open until November 15\, 2024\, or until full. \nScreening is now open: https://bit.ly/DBTforYouth \nIntake Process: Please read carefully. \n\n\nComplete Screening Form\n\n\nThe screening form will be available on our website when intakes open on November 1\, 2024\, and will close two weeks later. \n\n\nThe form will assess eligibility based on the following criteria: \na) The adolescent and caregiver must be residents of the CRD for the entire duration of the program. \nb) The adolescent is experiencing clinically significant symptoms of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) or severe emotion dysregulation\, although no formal diagnosis is required. \nc) The adolescent must be under the care of a registered therapist for the entire duration of the program. \nOne-Hour Zoom or Phone Assessment \n\n\nIf eligible\, you will receive an informed consent form via email for completion. \n\n\nYou will then be scheduled for a one-hour Zoom or phone appointment to review the consent form and an assessment to ensure the program aligns with your goals. \n\n\nDue to limited space\, not all applicants will be accepted into the group. You will be notified of your status within one month of completing the screening form. \n\n\nPlease note: We do not maintain a waitlist for the DBT Skills Training Groups.
URL:https://osanisinclusion.ca/event/dbt-skills-groups-for-adolescents-caregivers/
LOCATION:TBD
CATEGORIES:Education,Health & wellness,In-Person Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241112T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241112T133000
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SUMMARY:Parents Together Program
DESCRIPTION:Parents Together Program (13-19yrs) Sometimes parenting challenges can feel overwhelming. This program for parents of teens provides ongoing support. A manual and materials are provided to participants. Parents may stay in the group as long as they feel they need support and help in their daily parenting. Guest speakers may be invited for specific topics.\nTopics include: \n\nAttachment and relationship-based practices\nCommunication and 6 critical messages\nDevelopmental changes in pre-adolescence\nAdolescent brain development\nBoundaries\, and turning over responsibility as appropriate\nSelf-care – taking back your life\nAdolescent mental health\nSubstance use and teens\n\nDate: Tuesdays\, Ongoing & Online – Daytime 12-1:30PM or *** In Person- Evening 6:30-8PM \nCost: Free\nRegister: https://bgcsvi.org/programs/parenting/
URL:https://osanisinclusion.ca/event/parents-together-program/
LOCATION:Boys & Girls Club (bgc)\, 4-961 Dunford Ave\, Victoria\, BC\, V9B 2S4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Education,In-Person Event,Kids & Family,Online Event,Zoom Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241112T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241112T200000
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UID:2453-1731438000-1731441600@osanisinclusion.ca
SUMMARY:Creative Options For Home
DESCRIPTION:Creating and exploring options for home is perhaps one of the more difficult aspects of future planning for people with a disability. Many families have found creative and innovative ways to support their loved one in having a home of their own and one of their own choosing. Learn how families have implemented creative housing solutions.\n \nThis webcast will include: \n\nAn overview of the steps needed to develop a creative\, individualized housing plan.\nPersonal stories from families who have implemented creative housing solutions. \nAn overview of the Developmental Services Ontario’s housing toolkits and housing navigators.\n\nThis webcast includes a Q&A with our panelists. The webcast will be recorded and remain available to watch for one month after the air date.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/5rwyk3e \nAbout the Speaker:  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKelly Casey\, Facilitator\, KC Professional Solutions\n \nWith over 30 years of experience in the area of Developmental Services\, Kelly is looking to continue supporting agencies and families through the Transformation of services in their communities. The combination of her experience in community development and her formal education in business and social services have provided her with the skills to assist agencies in revising their service delivery models to support the changing needs of their consumers. \nIn addition\, Kelly’s extensive clinical knowledge in developmental services\, dual diagnosis and autism have provided her with the skills to support individuals and families in the development and implementation of their person directed plans and individualized residential models.
URL:https://osanisinclusion.ca/event/creative-options-for-home/
CATEGORIES:Education,Online Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241114T130000
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UID:2456-1731488400-1731589200@osanisinclusion.ca
SUMMARY:15th Annual Federal Policy Forum on Inclusion
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Inclusion Canada & People First of Canada in collaboration with the Office for Disability Issues. \nVirtual Event via Zoom Webinar \nWednesday\, November 13\, 2024\, 12pm-3:30pm EasternThursday\, November 14\, 2024\, 12pm-3:45pm Eastern \nThis year’s policy forum will focus on accessible and affordable housing. On Day 1\, we will look at the current state of housing in Canada for people with an intellectual disability. We’ll discuss the barriers that prevent the creation of true inclusive housing. On Day 2\, we’ll look at innovative housing solutions that promote real inclusion and talk about the steps we need to take individually and collectively to make this a reality. \nFormat: 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 both government and community. A recording of the event will be provided to everyone who registers. \nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/15th-annual-federal-policy-forum-on-inclusion-registration-876828847687?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://osanisinclusion.ca/event/15th-annual-federal-policy-forum-on-inclusion/
CATEGORIES:Education,Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241116T093000
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SUMMARY:Behaviour Interventionist Basic Training Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This interactive\, online foundational workshop will teach you the basics of ABA and behaviour intervention. You will leave the course with practical tools you can use in the classroom or home environment. Past attendees have included parents\, community group leaders\, students\, educators\, classroom assistants\, and other individuals who work with or support children on the spectrum. \nTopics include: \nDay 1 \n\nIntroduction to ABA\nCore elements of Discrete Trial Training\nFunctions of behaviour\nReinforcement techniques\nPrompting and prompt-fading strategies\nChallenging behaviour\nEthics\nData collection\n\nDay 2 \n\nMotivating operations\nPreference assessments\nToken economies\nLanguage Strategies\nMaintenance and generalization of learned skills\n\n\nNovember 16th\, 9:30 – 4:30 Saturday AND Sunday \nUpon completion of this two-day course\, you will be sent a certificate to confirm your attendance. \nCost: $125 (plus fees) per attendee.
URL:https://osanisinclusion.ca/event/behaviour-interventionist-basic-training-workshop/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Education,Online Event,Zoom Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241119T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241119T130000
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UID:2425-1732017600-1732021200@osanisinclusion.ca
SUMMARY:Examining BC's Response to Sexual Assault
DESCRIPTION:Trigger Warning: This workshop will discuss sexual assault\, systemic racism\, systemic failures in the area of sexual assault response and gender-based violence. \nJoin us for an engaging workshop that explores the current landscape of sexual assault response in British Columbia. This session will provide an overview of the existing support systems\, challenges\, and opportunities within the province. Attendees will have the chance to share their perspectives\, discuss desired changes\, and collaboratively brainstorm ideas to enhance sexual assault response over the next five years. Together\, let’s envision a more supportive and effective approach for survivors and communities across BC.\nPlease note that participants will not be asked to share their individual experiences with gender-based violence. \nChloe Hunt\nChloe Hunt is a social impact entrepreneur and former tech product manager with a deep commitment to advancing gender-based violence initiatives. Drawing from years of experience in the sector\, Chloe is actively involved in government-funded research focused on overcoming barriers to accessing care in northern Canada. Her passion for social change drives her ongoing efforts to improve access to care across the country.
URL:https://osanisinclusion.ca/event/examining-bcs-response-to-sexual-assault/
LOCATION:theDock: Centre for Social Impact\, 100-722 Cormorant Street\, Victoria\, BC\, V8W 1P8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Education,Health & wellness,In-Person Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241121T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241121T113000
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CREATED:20241115T042703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T042703Z
UID:2527-1732183200-1732188600@osanisinclusion.ca
SUMMARY:Accessible Workplaces: Supporting People with Disabilities: In-Person & Online
DESCRIPTION:This key note will provide everyone with a better understanding of how to communicate\, support and  work with people with various types of disabilities. \nMarco will share some of his personal lived experiences as a person with a disability in the workforce and include specific tips on how to navigate some of the barriers that have been experienced by staff and the community both in-person and online.  \n Topics Covered:    \n\nUnderstanding Disability – General language\, definitions and the use of Person First Language \n\n\nBreaking Down Attitudinal Barriers – My first job and the importance of innovation \n\n\nOvercoming Physical and Virtual Barriers – How simple changes can make all the difference \n\n\nCommunicating with Confidence – Tips on language and interacting with people with disabilities \n\n\nCreating Authentic Connections – Getting to know your team and community members in a meaningful and authentic way \n\n\nWhat you can do to support inclusion – As managers and team members \n\n\nQ & A Period – Time Answer Your Questions\n\n\nDate: November 21st\, 2024 \nTime: 10:00AM – 11:30 AM (PST) \nLocation: Virtual session via Zoom \n*Once registered the link to the session will be sent out the day prior to the event. \nRegistration closes two days before the event at 4:00 PM. To ensure your participation\, please register before this deadline. \nTo Register: \nVisit our website at www.homesharingbc.ca\, under the “Events” tab from the main menu\, and click on the session link to sign up. \nWHO IS MARCO? \nMarco Pasqua is an award-winning Entrepreneur\, Accessibility Consultant and Inspirational Speaker. After graduating from the Art Institute of Vancouver\, he spent 5 years in the video game industry. During the recession of 2010\, he lost his job\, which turned out to be the biggest blessing in disguise. Marco decided it was time to use his voice to make a positive impact on the world\, so he built his own brand as a professional speaker and entrepreneur. As an entrepreneur\, he has remained focused on social impact\, keeping a philanthropic approach to the work that he does. Some of his most memorable talks include TEDxStanleyPark\, The United Way as an impact speaker and The Duke of Edinburgh Awards. Throughout his life\, Marco has also been involved with a number of organizations as a spokesperson\, helping to spread advocacy for persons with disabilities across Canada. \nAs an Accessibility and Inclusion Consultant\, he has worked with some of BC’s biggest change-driven business leaders who are champions for more accessible\, inclusive workplaces. It’s through these experiences that he is helping to pave the way for all Canadians to have universal access to the programs\, services and places that they live\, work and play. \n 
URL:https://osanisinclusion.ca/event/accessible-workplaces-supporting-people-with-disabilities-in-person-online/
CATEGORIES:Education,In-Person Event,Online Event,Zoom Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241121T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241121T173000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T033557Z
UID:2492-1732204800-1732210200@osanisinclusion.ca
SUMMARY:Teens In Control
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is for youth ages 13 – 18 years old who have a family member or friend with a mental illness or substance use disorder. Each session gives youth the opportunity to connect with peers who share similar experiences while learning about mental illness\, self-care techniques\, and skills for communicating with a loved one with mental illness. \n\n\nDates:  Thursday\, November 21 &  2024 \nThursday\, November 28\, 2024 \nTime: 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm \nLocation: Esquimalt Neighbourhood House Society \n\n\nRVSP: Mary Beth Hall: manager@bcssyouth.org | 236-335-0917 
URL:https://osanisinclusion.ca/event/teens-in-control/
LOCATION:Esquimalt Neighbourhood House Society\, 511 Constance Avenue\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education,In-Person Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241128T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241128T173000
DTSTAMP:20260421T222424
CREATED:20241115T033639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T033639Z
UID:2497-1732809600-1732815000@osanisinclusion.ca
SUMMARY:Teens In Control
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is for youth ages 13 – 18 years old who have a family member or friend with a mental illness or substance use disorder. Each session gives youth the opportunity to connect with peers who share similar experiences while learning about mental illness\, self-care techniques\, and skills for communicating with a loved one with mental illness. \n\n\nDates:  Thursday\, November 21 &  2024 \nThursday\, November 28\, 2024 \nTime: 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm \nLocation: Esquimalt Neighbourhood House Society \n\n\nRVSP: Mary Beth Hall: manager@bcssyouth.org | 236-335-0917 
URL:https://osanisinclusion.ca/event/teens-in-control-2/
LOCATION:Esquimalt Neighbourhood House Society\, 511 Constance Avenue\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education,In-Person Event
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