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SUMMARY:Colour Your Summer with GVPL's 2025 BC Summer Reading Club!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a summer of reading\, creativity\, and connection. The 2025 Summer Reading Club (SRC) runs from Friday\, June 20 to Saturday\, September 6\, and is open to children aged 14 and under. \n \nPick up your SRC reading record starting Friday\, June 20 at any GVPL branch. \n\nHow It Works\n \n• Visit any GVPL branch to pick up your free SRC package\, which includes your reading record and everything you need to get started. \n• Read—or be read to—for 20 minutes or more each day. You can read in any format\, in any language\, and in any location.\n \n• Track your progress on your reading record. One number equals one day of reading.\n \n• Return to the library each week to collect your sticker and prize.\n \n• Complete seven weeks of reading to earn a medal and celebrate your achievement. \n \n\nPrograms and Activities\n\nOur goal this summer is to encourage kids and families to connect with their local branch and enjoy all the BC Summer Reading Club has to offer. Program highlights include: \n \nVirtual Programs  \nCreative Colouring Workshop with Lauren Achtem\nTuesday\, June 24 | 3:30–4:30 pm | Online via Microsoft Teams | Ages 8–13\nJoin this year’s BC SRC artist Lauren Achtem to design and draw a habitat for the SRC critters.\n \n  \nTo register\, email programs@gvpl.ca with “Lauren Achtem” in the subject line. Include your child’s name and library card number. Registration closes June 23. \n \nIn-Person Programs \nMagic Mango Monsters with Meneka Repka\nFriday\, July 25 | 11:00 am–12:00 pm | Juan de Fuca Branch | Ages 8–12\nCreate your own monster bookmark and learn about book illustration. Includes a reading of The Mango Monster by Derek Mascarenhas. \nTo register\, email programs@gvpl.ca with “Meneka Repka” in the subject line. Include your child’s name and library card number. Limited drop-in space may be available. \n \nComic Camp with Seraji\nAugust 11–15 | Esquimalt Branch\n• Kids’ Camp (Ages 8–12): 10:30–11:30 am\n• Tween/Teen Camp (Ages 13–18): 1:00–3:00 pm\nJoin comic artist Seraji for a week-long workshop and create your own mini-comic. \nTo register\, email programs@gvpl.ca with “Comic Camp” in the subject line. Include your child’s name and library card number.
URL:https://osanisinclusion.ca/event/colour-your-summer-with-gvpls-2025-bc-summer-reading-club/
LOCATION:Greater Victoria Library
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Creative Art,Education,In-Person Event,Indoor,Kids & Family
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UID:3661-1754395200-1754400600@osanisinclusion.ca
SUMMARY:Children In Care
DESCRIPTION:A support group for those with kids in care\, considering care\, or feeling pressured to place their kids in care. \nOnly families who have experienced this unique journey truly understand the challenges it brings. Whether due to removal\, a special needs agreement\, or a voluntary care agreement\, placing a child with extra support needs into the Ministry’s care is an incredibly difficult and emotional decision. Families often face feelings of guilt\, judgment\, and isolation during this process. You’re not alone. Join us for an open and heartfelt conversation with other families who share your experience. \nThis is a space for parents and caregivers to connect\, share\, and support one another without fear of judgment. Let’s come together to find hope\, resilience\, and connection. \n** PLEASE NOTE: This meeting is reserved for families with a member with a disability and self advocates only ** \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 \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/ \n  \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. 
URL:https://osanisinclusion.ca/event/children-in-care/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Education,Online Event,Zoom Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250812T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250812T143000
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UID:3857-1755001800-1755009000@osanisinclusion.ca
SUMMARY:Kindergarten Transitions
DESCRIPTION:Transitioning from preschool or childcare into school can be particularly challenging for parents and their children when extra supports are required. \nAdditional care is needed to ensure a smooth process and understand how to navigate the school system This workshop is designed for parents of preschoolers and kindergarteners to learn what to expect during those first months of Kindergarten. \n  \nCLICK 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 \n  \nAfter the session you are encouraged to share your feedback. This helps FSI improve our content to better serve the needs of families. \nhttps://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/52ef23e13270439d9d97d32a0b229bbc \n  \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  \nYou are invited to join FSI EARLY YEARS TRANSITIONS\, this online forum was 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
URL:https://osanisinclusion.ca/event/kindergarten-transitions/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Education,Online Event,Zoom Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250812T190000
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UID:3985-1755021600-1755025200@osanisinclusion.ca
SUMMARY:Imprint\, In Print
DESCRIPTION:Design your very own nature-themed tote bag during this hands-on\, evening workshop! \nParticipants are invited to learn how to identify the traces different plants and animals leave behind in their natural habitat. You will have the opportunity to decorate your very own tote bag using wax rubbings of natural materials found at the Nature Sanctuary. \nParticipants will join Nature Educators on a guided walk to learn about animal and human activity around the Nature House. Throughout this workshop\, we will reflect on discuss what kinds of impacts humans leave on nature. \nAll materials\, including the tote bags\, will be supplied. \nWhere: Meet at the Teaching Shelter – Swan Lake Nature Sanctuary \nWhen: Tuesday\, August 12th\, 6:00 PM – 7:00PM \nWho: All ages welcome; Please have any participants under 14 accompanied by an adult. \nCost: $15
URL:https://osanisinclusion.ca/event/imprint-in-print/
LOCATION:Swan Lake Nature Sanctuary\, 3873 Swan Lake Rd\, Victoria\, BC\, V8X 3W\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education,In-Person Event,Kids & Family,Outdoor,Seasonal Event
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UID:3999-1755021600-1755025200@osanisinclusion.ca
SUMMARY:Deaf and Autistic - Affirming Intersections of Experience
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will focus on people who are Deaf and\nAutistic. The presenter will be Elle Livengood. Elle is\nDeaf and Autistic herself and will share her journey to\nunderstanding autism\, being Hard of Hearing and\nbecoming Deaf\, experience through a cochlear implant\,\nand about other parts of the life lived til now. Elle will\ntalk about understanding language\, understanding\nautism\, affirming Deaf Autistic children\, how to\nnavigate the systems that don’t always support\nmarginalized families\, and more! \n  \nBIOGRAPHY \n \nElle is a professional educator of many years and many\nhats. Elle has taught Deaf and hard of hearing students\nacross the country\, in Deaf schools\, mainstream settings\nand now runs a DHH middle school center program in\nPortland\, Oregon. As well\, Elle has hosted a variety of\nworkshops on the Disability experience for adults. They\nare Deaf\, Autistic and chronically ill and have a\nplethora of lived and learned experience in the\nDisability Community. \nThese days you can find Elle loving their little home and\nfamily life filled with love\, animals and nature.
URL:https://osanisinclusion.ca/event/deaf-and-autistic-affirming-intersections-of-experience/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Education,Online Event,Zoom Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250812T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250812T200000
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UID:3860-1755021600-1755028800@osanisinclusion.ca
SUMMARY:Kindergarten Transitions
DESCRIPTION:Transitioning from preschool or childcare into school can be particularly challenging for parents and their children when extra supports are required. \nAdditional care is needed to ensure a smooth process and understand how to navigate the school system This workshop is designed for parents of preschoolers and kindergarteners to learn what to expect during those first months of Kindergarten. \n  \nCLICK 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 \n  \nAfter the session you are encouraged to share your feedback. This helps FSI improve our content to better serve the needs of families. \nhttps://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/52ef23e13270439d9d97d32a0b229bbc \n  \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  \nYou are invited to join FSI EARLY YEARS TRANSITIONS\, this online forum was 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
URL:https://osanisinclusion.ca/event/kindergarten-transitions-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Education,Online Event,Zoom Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250820T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250820T190000
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UID:3821-1755712800-1755716400@osanisinclusion.ca
SUMMARY:Personal Planning Stories + Q&A with Nidus and Family Support Institute
DESCRIPTION:Nidus Personal Planning Resource Centre and FSI are hosting a joint webinar on personal planning and Representation Agreements. This webinar will help you understand how to arrange for future support needs or potential incapacity while you’re still living. \nThe webinar offers a screening of two videos featuring personal\, real-life stories from people across BC\, highlighting the usefulness of personal planning and Representation Agreements. After the screening\, there will be time for a short Q&A period. \nWednesday\, August 20\, 2025\, from 6:00 to 7:00 pm \nRegister Here
URL:https://osanisinclusion.ca/event/personal-planning-representation-agreements/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Education,Health & wellness,Online Event,Zoom Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250825
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250828
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UID:3401-1756080000-1756339199@osanisinclusion.ca
SUMMARY:BC Summer Institute 2025
DESCRIPTION:The BC Summer Institute: Partnerships for Inclusive Learning conference\, organized by the Family Support Institute\, is happening in August\, and the early bird registration deadline is coming up soon! \nThis virtual conference for educators\, paraprofessionals\, and members of school-based teams in BC provides a professional learning experience around facilitating inclusive practice in the classroom. \nMonday\, August 25 to Wednesday\, August 27\, 2025 \nEarly Bird registration is by Tuesday\, July 15\, 2025 \nEarly Bird pricing – $395 \nRegular pricing – $450
URL:https://osanisinclusion.ca/event/bc-summer-institute-2025/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Education,Online Event,Zoom Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250825T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250825T203000
DTSTAMP:20260609T144122
CREATED:20250703T210826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250703T210826Z
UID:3658-1756148400-1756153800@osanisinclusion.ca
SUMMARY:Journey Through Grief
DESCRIPTION:Parents\, 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-judgemental 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. \nCLICK TO REGISTER\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 grassroots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base. FSI 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/ \nAfter the session you are encouraged to share your feedback. This helps FSI improve our content to better serve the needs of families. \nhttps://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/52ef23e13270439d9d97d32a0b229bbc \n  \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. 
URL:https://osanisinclusion.ca/event/journey-through-grief-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Education,Online Event,Zoom Event
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