Fed Family Chat
2025-06-10 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | Virtual Event
This virtual event is an opportunity to hang out with other youth in and from care and have fun. Together we can shape how we want to spend our time together.
This Fed Family Chat will be taking place on
Tues, June 10 from 7-8PM.

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We are so excited to share space and connect with you!

Decolonizing Neurodivergence and Autism
2025-06-11 09:30 - 15:30 | Virtual Event
Presented by Len Pierre and Allison Balfour
This full-day, strengths-based training offers a practical and culturally grounded introduction to Autism and Neurodivergence (e.g., Attention Deficit Hyper Activity Disorder, learning differences) for those working in or alongside Indigenous communities.
Grounded in the belief that all minds are sacred, this course emphasizes respectful, relationship-based ways of supporting Autistic and otherwise Neurodivergent children, youth, and adults.
Read more about it here

Mental Health and Preparing for the Transition to Post Secondary
2025-06-11 18:30 - 20:00, 2025-06-17 18:30 - 20:00 | Virtual Event
After high school, post-secondary education for our youth can be exciting but also stressful if they have struggled with their mental health. You’re not alone. Discover some ways we can prepare our youth for school and support their mental health and independence while they are at school.
Learn from Dawn Schell from the University of Victoria, Melissa Feddersen from the University of British Columbia (Okanagan) and Victoria Keddis, a parent with lived experience.
Join us to watch a video presentation together and stay for a facilitated conversation by our Family Peer Support Workers.
6:30pm-8:00pm Pacific Time (most of British Columbia)
7:30pm-9:00pm Mountain Time (Alberta)
These events are funded for parents and caregivers living in the Province of British Columbia and for CASA families in Alberta. If you are from another province or territory, or live outside of Canada, we welcome you to visit our video library at www.familysmart.ca/videos and use our resources. Thank you.

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Beyond Behaviours: When Is It More? What It Looks Like at Ages 9 – 12
2025-06-12 18:30 - 20:00, 2025-06-18 12:00 - 13:30 | Virtual Event
Why can it feel so tricky to tell if our kids are on track, going through a phase, as opposed to struggling with something more, or beyond behaviours? Learn about the developmental stages of 9 to 12 year old children and what might be some signs of mental health challenges at this age.
Learn from Karen Peters, Registered Clinical Counsellor.
Join us to watch a video presentation together and stay for a facilitated conversation by our Family Peer Support Workers.
6:30pm-8:00pm Pacific Time (most of British Columbia)
7:30pm-9:00pm Mountain Time (Alberta)
These events are funded for parents and caregivers living in the Province of British Columbia and for CASA families in Alberta. If you are from another province or Territory, or live outside of Canada, we welcome you to visit our video library at www.familysmart.ca/videos and use our resources.
Register Here

FASD - Thinking Outside Of The Box
2025-06-12 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-06-26 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual Event
Empowering conversations for individuals affected by Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) and those who support them. A Family Hangout that provides a safe place to share and connect.
Register Here

Early Years and School Age Navigation
2025-06-18 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-07-02 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-07-16 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual Event
Caring for little ones with extra support needs is marked by joy, fear, and overwhelm, usually all in the same day! Navigating the toddler and preschool years, or anticipating school years on the horizon, can be a uniquely challenging time. Join this Family Hangout for supportive sessions on navigating the early years. We are here to listen, provide resources, and create a safe place to discuss the parenting experience of young children with diverse abilities.
Register Here

Gender Marvelous
2025-06-24 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual Event
Welcome to a space where families come together to share their experiences, ask questions, and support one another as we navigate the journey of raising our queer, gender-diverse and/or Two-Spirit children and youth. Join the conversation, find strength and encouragement, and connect with a network of families who understand. All queer and 2SLGBTQIA+ families are welcome. Let’s support each other and grow together!
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

Indigenous Joy (Virtual)
2025-06-24 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual Event
We are excited to be hosting Indigenous Joy!
This virtual event is happening on
Tuesday, June 24, 2025, from 7-8 PM.
Join us for an evening of community, fun activities, laughter, connecting with your Fed Family, and
Celebrating Indigenous culture.
To register for this event, click below.

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Fed 101 Presentation
2025-06-26 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual Event
Interested in learning more about who we are and what we do?
Join us for a Fed 101 Presentation!
Who can attend:
Open to young people in and from care, service providers, caregivers and allies across the province
When:
Thurs, June 26, 2-3PM
Where:
Virtual – Teams
Learn more about the programs and services we offer, from our Youth Retreats to our Fed Family celebrations, and much more!
Sign me up!
Are you a young person interested in co – facilitating a Fed presentation or workshop? For more info on these volunteer opportunities contact Bailey.
Email: bailey.ingramjohnson@fbcyicn.ca
Phone: 778-951-3401

Round Table: Last Day of School 2025 - Inclusive Education Update
2025-06-26 15:00 - 17:00 | Virtual Event
The end of the 2024/25 school year is approaching. Join us for an engaging Round Table as advocates from the inclusion movement share their insights and reflections on the state of inclusive education in Canada. This session will provide an in-depth look at the progress, challenges, and future directions of inclusive education in four Canadian provinces, highlighting key developments and advocacy efforts. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear directly from leaders driving change in inclusive education.
Register Here

Complex Health
2025-07-07 12:00 - 13:30 | Virtual Event
Those who care for someone with intense care needs would be perfect to attend this family hangout.
Complex care requires highly trained caregivers and extra supports like the At Home Program or added care funding from the Ministry of Health. Our Complex Health Family Hangout group is a safe place to share your challenges and connect with other caregivers.
** PLEASE NOTE: This meeting is reserved for families with a member with a disability and self advocates only **
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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 grass roots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base.
FSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY

You 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/

All 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.

ODEN Business Lunch & Learn: Information Session (Virtual)
2025-07-08 12:00 - 13:00
ODEN Business Lunch & Learn Series:
Ontario Disability Employment Network (ODEN) Information Session
Did you know disability-inclusive companies significantly outperform other businesses in innovation, customer service, employee retention, productivity, revenue and profit margins?
There are lots of reasons to make your workplace disability inclusive.
So join us, the Ontario Disability Employment Network (ODEN), at this information session to learn how you can build disability inclusion in your company!
Key Points for this session:

Discuss the importance and benefits of disability inclusive hiring.

Promising practices and case study examples of businesses who have built inclusive recruitment strategies with ODEN’s help, and

Learn how to connect with ODEN’s network of employment service providers to support your hiring needs.

How you can increase your knowledge and build your confidence when discussing disability.

Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your business performance through inclusion and diversity. We look forward to seeing you there!
Register Now to Start your Disability-Inclusive Journey!
ASL interpretation will be provided for this event.

Register Here

Fed Family Chat
2025-07-08 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual Event
This virtual event is an opportunity to hang out with other youth in and from care and have fun. Together we can shape how we want to spend our time together.
This Fed Family Chat will be taking place on
July 8, 7-8 PM

Sign Up for Fed Family Chat Here

We are so excited to share space and connect with you!

Reactive Behaviours
2025-07-09 18:30 - 20:00 | Virtual Event
Sometimes our loved ones communicate their needs in ways that are hard to understand — through what we often call “reactive behaviors” or behaviors that challenge us. These might stem from things like sensory overload, limited language, anxiety, or other unmet needs.
As caregivers, it can feel overwhelming — but you’re not alone. Join our bi-weekly Family Hangout where caregivers come together to share experiences, support one another, and explore tools and strategies that others have found helpful. These conversations are rooted in the belief that all behaviour has meaning and that, as trusted adults, we can model self-regulation, adapt our environments, and work toward meeting the needs behind the behaviour.
This call now brings together families from two former groups — Complex Behaviours and Non-Speaking Autism. We welcome all who are navigating this journey and want to learn and connect in a supportive, non-judgmental space. Let’s come together, listen, share, and build a more inclusive and compassionate path forward — one where everyone’s needs are understood and valued.
CLICK TO REGISTER
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 grass roots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base.
FSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY

You 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/
After the session you are encouraged to share your feedback. This helps FSI improve our content to better serve the needs of families.
https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/52ef23e13270439d9d97d32a0b229bbc
All 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.

FASD - Thinking Outside of the Box
2025-07-10 19:00 - 20:30, 2025-07-17 19:00 - 20:30 | Virtual Event
This family hangout is all about empowering conversations for individuals affected by FASD and those that support them. Join us for a family hangout that provides a safe place to share and connect.
CLICK TO REGISTER
WE ASK ALL REGISTRANTS TO PLEASE REVIEW FSI’S ZOOM MEETING GUIDELINES BEFORE ATTENDING
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 grass roots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base.
FSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY
You 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/

After the session you are encouraged to share your feedback. This helps FSI improve our content to better serve the needs of families.
https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/52ef23e13270439d9d97d32a0b229bbc

All 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.

Welcome to Autism: First Steps with Nancy
2025-07-10 19:00 - 21:00 | Virtual Event
Join the ASN’s Executive Director, Nancy Walton, to talk about the first steps in your child’s Autism journey. Quick start and tips for your newly diagnosed preschooler or grade school-age child.
Where do you start?
How can the Autism Support Network help you?
The weeks and months after receiving a diagnosis for your child can be overwhelming. It is hard to know what to do first and conflicting information can make it difficult and confusing to get started with effective intervention you feel good about.
Nancy will share resources with you that have been vetted by the Autism Support Network that will help you make a meaningful action plan. Learn why we follow the research and work with certified service providers who are licensed and bound by a solid code of ethics.
Please note that this presentation is geared towards younger children with new diagnoses. If you have an older child or are facing challenges with school, transition planning or ongoing behavioural supports, please contact us directly for 1:1 assistance. info@autismsupportbc.ca.
CLICK TO REGISTER

Dads Matter
2025-07-13 18:30 - 20:00, 2025-07-20 18:30 - 20:00 | Virtual Event
What is it? Dads supporting dads ! A place where dads can share their own experiences and get guidance and support from other dads. Dads with kids with disabilities.
When: Every Sunday. Attend one, three or as many as you want.
Where it Happens: Zoom online, Register Here
Ages: Dads of Children – All Ages
Cost: Free

Get in Touch: For more information, please call Ben Postmus at 250-231-7712
Website: https://diversefamilyroots.ca

Newly Diagnosed Autism
2025-07-14 19:00 - 20:30 | Virtual Event
Are 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.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
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 grass roots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base.
FSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY
You 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/
All 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.

Community of Practice: Safety in Social Housing
2025-07-15 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual Event
Join us for a dynamic and engaging Community of Practice session focused on Safety in Social Housing. This meeting is an opportunity for health and safety professionals in the social services sector to come together, share experiences, and explore practical strategies for addressing the unique health and safety challenges in social housing environments.
During this one-hour session, we’ll discuss the key safety concerns that impact both residents and staff in social housing, and highlight effective approaches to creating safer, more supportive spaces. Through small breakout discussions, you’ll have the chance to collaborate with peers, guided by OHS and PHS Advisors, as you explore real-world issues and share solutions. Whether you’re navigating the complexities of emergency shelters or supportive housing, your insights and experiences are valuable.
At the end of the session, we’ll reconvene to share key themes and takeaways, and discuss next steps for continued collaboration and improvement in the sector.
If you’re responsible for health and safety in a social service organization, this is the perfect opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals and contribute to advancing safety practices in your community.
Please note that this meeting is exclusive to health and safety professionals in the following WorkSafeBC Classification Units:

766007 – Counselling or Social Services (not elsewhere specified)
766010 – Life and Job Skills Training
766017 – Residential Social Service Facility

Register Here

Early Years and School Age Navigation
2025-07-16 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual Event
Caring for little ones with extra support needs is marked by joy, fear, and overwhelm, usually all in the same day! Navigating the toddler and preschool years or if the school years are on the horizon, can be a uniquely challenging time. Join Cari Rawling, (ECE/parent), and Heather Beach (parent), for supportive sessions on Navigating the Early Years. We are here to listen, provide resources, and create a safe place to discuss the parenting experience of young children with diverse abilities.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
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
You are invited to join FSI CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS, a private Facebook Group intended to continue conversations of support or provide an alternative platform for support.
After the session you are encouraged to share your feedback. This helps FSI improve our content to better serve the needs of families.
All 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.

Aging Caregivers
2025-07-16 18:30 - 20:00 | Virtual Event
We cannot slow the aging process in ourselves or in the people we care for! As we get older, our ability to care for our family member becomes more and more difficult. Planning our own future, and the future of our loved ones can be a terrifying process. Will we be able to provide the necessary care? Will they be well cared for in the future, after we are gone? What can we do to make the future easier? Connecting with other families in similar situations is the best way to problem solve and figure out what will work best for our specific situations. Join our call with other “mature” parents and caregivers and we can problem solve together!
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
You 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/
After the session you are encouraged to share your feedback. This helps FSI improve our content to better serve the needs of families.
All 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.

Parenting ADHD Group
2025-07-16 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual Event
We believe that every parent & kinship caregivers are the expert of their own family. Sometimes it just takes a bit of space to hear yourself and the voices of other parents to find your way through. Parenting Support Groups provide a safe, supportive place to share ideas, information, concerns, challenges, etc., with others who are also parenting.
The online event occurs bi-weekly on Wednesday at 7 pm and is FREE to join.
Our groups are free and confidential and open to those in a parenting role who live in British Columbia, Canada.
If you are completing this form after hours or over the weekend, please note that we will make every effort to contact you the following business day.
Please note that our initial contact is via Email, kindly ensure that you check your junk/spam mailbox.

Thank you,
PSS
Office@parentsupportbc.ca

Parenting Neurodivergent Children Support Group
2025-07-17 18:30 - 19:30 | Virtual Event
We believe that every parent & kinship caregivers are the expert of their own family. Sometimes it just takes a bit of space to hear yourself and the voices of other parents to find your way through. Parenting Support Groups provide a safe, supportive place to share ideas, information, concerns, challenges, etc., with others who are also parenting.
The online event occurs weekly on Thursday at 6:30 pm and is FREE to join.
Our groups are free and confidential and open to those in a parenting role who live in British Columbia, Canada.
If you are completing this form after hours or over the weekend, please note that we will make every effort to contact you the following business day.
Please note that our initial contact is via Email, kindly ensure that you check your junk/spam mailbox.

Thank you,
PSS
Office@parentsupportbc.ca
