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UID:3638-1752519600-1752525000@osanisinclusion.ca
SUMMARY:Newly Diagnosed Autism
DESCRIPTION: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. \nCLICK HERE 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 grass roots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base. \nFSI 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/ \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/diagnosed-autism/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Education,Online Event,Zoom Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250715T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250715T110000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180652
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T201847Z
UID:3392-1752573600-1752577200@osanisinclusion.ca
SUMMARY:Community of Practice: Safety in Social Housing
DESCRIPTION: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. \nDuring 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. \nAt 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. \nIf 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. \nPlease note that this meeting is exclusive to health and safety professionals in the following WorkSafeBC Classification Units: \n\n766007 – Counselling or Social Services (not elsewhere specified)\n766010 – Life and Job Skills Training\n766017 – Residential Social Service Facility\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://osanisinclusion.ca/event/community-of-practice-safety-in-social-housing/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Education,Online Event,Zoom Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250716T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250716T140000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180652
CREATED:20250603T145548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T145548Z
UID:3201-1752670800-1752674400@osanisinclusion.ca
SUMMARY:Early Years and School Age Navigation
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRegister Here
URL:https://osanisinclusion.ca/event/early-years-and-school-age-navigation-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Education,Online Event,Zoom Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250716T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250716T140000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180652
CREATED:20250703T201723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250703T201723Z
UID:3642-1752670800-1752674400@osanisinclusion.ca
SUMMARY:Early Years and School Age Navigation
DESCRIPTION: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. \nCLICK HERE 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.\nFSI 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. \nAfter the session you are encouraged to share your feedback. This helps FSI improve our content to better serve the needs of families. \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/early-years-school-age-navigation/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Education,Online Event,Zoom Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250716T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250716T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180652
CREATED:20250703T202602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250703T202602Z
UID:3645-1752690600-1752696000@osanisinclusion.ca
SUMMARY:Aging Caregivers
DESCRIPTION: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! \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\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. \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/aging-caregivers-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Education,Online Event,Zoom Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250716T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250716T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180652
CREATED:20250710T192739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T192748Z
UID:3750-1752692400-1752696000@osanisinclusion.ca
SUMMARY:Parenting ADHD Group
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe online event occurs bi-weekly on Wednesday at 7 pm and is FREE to join. \nOur groups are free and confidential and open to those in a parenting role who live in British Columbia\, Canada. \nIf 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. \nPlease note that our initial contact is via Email\, kindly ensure that you check your junk/spam mailbox. \n\nThank you\,\nPSS\nOffice@parentsupportbc.ca 
URL:https://osanisinclusion.ca/event/parenting-adhd/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Education,Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250717T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250717T193000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180652
CREATED:20250710T193336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T193336Z
UID:3755-1752777000-1752780600@osanisinclusion.ca
SUMMARY:Parenting Neurodivergent Children Support Group
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe online event occurs weekly on Thursday at 6:30 pm and is FREE to join. \nOur groups are free and confidential and open to those in a parenting role who live in British Columbia\, Canada. \nIf 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. \nPlease note that our initial contact is via Email\, kindly ensure that you check your junk/spam mailbox. \n\nThank you\,\nPSS\nOffice@parentsupportbc.ca 
URL:https://osanisinclusion.ca/event/parenting-neurodivergent-children/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Education,Online Event,Zoom Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250717T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250717T203000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180652
CREATED:20250703T202747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250703T202747Z
UID:3648-1752778800-1752784200@osanisinclusion.ca
SUMMARY:FASD - Thinking Outside of the Box
DESCRIPTION: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. \nCLICK TO REGISTER\nWE ASK ALL REGISTRANTS TO PLEASE REVIEW FSI’S ZOOM MEETING GUIDELINES BEFORE ATTENDING \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 \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  \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/fasd-thinking-outside-box-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Education,Online Event,Zoom Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250720T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250720T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180652
CREATED:20250705T003259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250705T003512Z
UID:3685-1753036200-1753041600@osanisinclusion.ca
SUMMARY:Dads Matter
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWhen: Every Sunday. Attend one\, three or as many as you want. \nWhere it Happens: Zoom online\, Register Here \nAges: Dads of Children – All Ages \nCost: Free \n  \n \nGet in Touch: For more information\, please call Ben Postmus at 250-231-7712\nWebsite: https://diversefamilyroots.ca
URL:https://osanisinclusion.ca/event/dads-matter-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Education,Online Event,Zoom Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250722T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250722T190000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180652
CREATED:20250716T000511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T000511Z
UID:3829-1753207200-1753210800@osanisinclusion.ca
SUMMARY:Fed Skills Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Interested in expanding or developing your skills? \nJoin a Fed Skills workshop to connect with other youth from care and learn about subjects like: Peer Support; Justice\, Equity Diversity and Inclusion; Leadership\, and much more! \nParticipants will receive a certificate of completion for each workshop\, which can be used for job or school applications or go towards SAJE life skills hrs. \n  \nWho can attend: \nYouth in and from care in BC between the ages of 14-28 \nWhen: Tuesday\, July 22\, 6-7 PM \nWhere: Virtual – Teams \n\nAfter completing this training you should:\nUnderstand what contributes to effective facilitation\nKnow how to build safer spaces\nLearn how to manage group dynamics\nUnderstand how to support diverse participant needs\nLearn tips to troubleshoot challenging situations\n\nSign Me Up
URL:https://osanisinclusion.ca/event/fed-skills-workshop/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Education,Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250723T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250723T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180652
CREATED:20250625T215227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T215227Z
UID:3395-1753272000-1753275600@osanisinclusion.ca
SUMMARY:Substance Use Recovery: A Personal Account from the Front Lines
DESCRIPTION:Brian Dean Williams brings years of frontline experience supporting individuals with mental health and substance use challenges. Like many in this field\, his early career took a personal toll—leading him to face his own struggles with substance use as a way of coping with stress and moral injury. \n\n\n\n\nIn this session\, Brian offers a heartfelt and honest account of that journey: the challenges he faced\, how his work intersected with his personal struggles\, and the path he took toward healing. His story is one of resilience\, insight\, and hope—for himself and for other frontline workers navigating similar experiences. \n\n\n\n\nIn the second half of the session\, Brian will share practical strategies that have supported not only his own recovery but also the well-being of dozens of frontline workers he’s guided through therapy\, clinical supervision\, workshops\, and retreats. He’ll introduce a compassionate framework to understand the full spectrum of substance use and offer tools to respond skillfully—whether supporting ourselves or others. \n \n\n\n\n\nLearning Outcomes: \n\n\n\n\nBy the end of this session\, participants will be able to: \n\n\n\n\n\nRecognize the unique risks that frontline service workers face in developing problematic substance use\nIdentify early warning signs that may indicate personal struggles with substance use\nDevelop a deeper understanding of the spectrum of substance use and learn how to respond skillfully and compassionately—both to themselves and others\nBecome familiar with practical resources and evidence-informed models for addressing problematic substance use\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the presenter \n\n\n\n\nBrian Dean Williams is a registered clinical counsellor and approved clinical supervisor. Brian has worked on the frontlines for 28 years with folks struggling with mental health\, substance use\, housing\, and marginalization. He has worked in the downtown eastside in Vancouver\, and in small First Nations (Indigenous) communities. Brian’s main modalities are narrative therapy and Buddhist psychology\, although he also draws from other collaborative forms of counselling and community work. He has taught at Correctional Services of Canada\, Raincity Housing\, Vancouver Coastal Health\, the Kitasoo Xai’xais First Nation\, and many more. Brian lives on the traditional unceded territories of the shíshálh Nation with his wife and three kids\, where he loves mountain biking\, playing hockey / basketball\, and singing with his community. www.briandeanwilliams.com \nRegister Here
URL:https://osanisinclusion.ca/event/substance-use-recovery-a-personal-account-from-the-front-lines/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Education,Health & wellness,Online Event,Zoom Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250723T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250723T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180652
CREATED:20250703T202833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250703T202833Z
UID:3650-1753295400-1753300800@osanisinclusion.ca
SUMMARY:Reactive Behaviours
DESCRIPTION: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. \nAs 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. \nThis 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. \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 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/ \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 \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/reactive-behaviours-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Education,Online Event,Zoom Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250724T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250725T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180652
CREATED:20250625T230447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T230447Z
UID:3398-1753345800-1753444800@osanisinclusion.ca
SUMMARY:Become a Certified Mental Health First Aider: Virtual Training on July 24th & 25th
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging and impactful virtual Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Certification Course\, designed to equip you with essential skills to assist individuals experiencing a mental health crisis or decline in well-being. This interactive training will take place virtually\, from 8:30AM to 12:00PM\, on July 24th & 25th\, providing you with hands-on techniques to recognize\, support\, and guide individuals toward recovery. \nThroughout the course\, participants will learn how to: \n\nRecognize early signs of mental health declines or crises\nEncourage open discussions about mental health and well-being\nGuide individuals to appropriate professional or community supports\nOffer support in mental health or substance use crises\nUse MHFA actions to maintain your own mental health\n\nUpon successful completion\, participants will receive a Mental Health First Aid certificate from the Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC). \nBefore attending the virtual training\, participants must complete a self-directed online module (Module 1)\, which introduces key concepts and strategies to be explored in the live training (Modules 2 and 3). The online module takes approximately 2 hours to complete\, and proof of completion is required prior to the start of the virtual modules. Completion of Module 1 is mandatory to participate in the virtual course. Failure to complete the online module by the specified deadline will make the participant ineligible for a refund or transfer of registration. \nImportant Note: A minimum of 8 participants is required by the Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC) for the training to proceed. If fewer than 8 participants are confirmed 48 hours prior to the session\, the course will be rescheduled in accordance with MHCC’s group size policy. \nCancellation Policy: \n\nCancellations must be submitted via email (training@csshsa.ca) at least 5 business days before the scheduled course to receive a refund or reschedule.\n\nLate cancellations or no-shows are not eligible for refunds or rescheduling. \nRegister Here
URL:https://osanisinclusion.ca/event/become-a-certified-mental-health-first-aider-virtual-training-on-july-24th-25th/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Education,Health & wellness,Online Event,Zoom Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250724T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250725T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180652
CREATED:20250710T211910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T211910Z
UID:3788-1753345800-1753444800@osanisinclusion.ca
SUMMARY:Mental Health First Aid
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging and impactful virtual Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Certification Course\, designed to equip you with essential skills to assist individuals experiencing a mental health crisis or decline in well-being. This interactive training will take place virtually\, from 8:30AM to 12:00PM\, on July 24th & 25th\, providing you with hands-on techniques to recognize\, support\, and guide individuals toward recovery. \nThroughout the course\, participants will learn how to: \n\nRecognize early signs of mental health declines or crises\nEncourage open discussions about mental health and well-being\nGuide individuals to appropriate professional or community supports\nOffer support in mental health or substance use crises\nUse MHFA actions to maintain your own mental health\n\nUpon successful completion\, participants will receive a Mental Health First Aid certificate from the Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC). \nBefore attending the virtual training\, participants must complete a self-directed online module (Module 1)\, which introduces key concepts and strategies to be explored in the live training (Modules 2 and 3). The online module takes approximately 2 hours to complete\, and proof of completion is required prior to the start of the virtual modules. Completion of Module 1 is mandatory to participate in the virtual course. Failure to complete the online module by the specified deadline will make the participant ineligible for a refund or transfer of registration. \nImportant Note: A minimum of 8 participants is required by the Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC) for the training to proceed. If fewer than 8 participants are confirmed 48 hours prior to the session\, the course will be rescheduled in accordance with MHCC’s group size policy. \nCancellation Policy: \n\nCancellations must be submitted via email (training@csshsa.ca) at least 5 business days before the scheduled course to receive a refund or reschedule.\n\nLate cancellations or no-shows are not eligible for refunds or rescheduling. \nRegister Here
URL:https://osanisinclusion.ca/event/mental-health-first-aid/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Education,Health & wellness,Online Event,Zoom Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250724T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250724T203000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180652
CREATED:20250703T203518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250703T203518Z
UID:3652-1753383600-1753389000@osanisinclusion.ca
SUMMARY:FASD - Thinking Outside of the Box
DESCRIPTION: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. \nCLICK TO REGISTER\nWE ASK ALL REGISTRANTS TO PLEASE REVIEW FSI’S ZOOM MEETING GUIDELINES BEFORE ATTENDING \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 \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  \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/fasd-thinking-outside-box-2-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Education,Online Event,Zoom Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250727T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250727T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180652
CREATED:20250705T003340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250705T003432Z
UID:3687-1753641000-1753646400@osanisinclusion.ca
SUMMARY:Dads Matter
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWhen: Every Sunday. Attend one\, three or as many as you want. \nWhere it Happens: Zoom online\, Register Here \nAges: Dads of Children – All Ages \nCost: Free \n  \n \nGet in Touch: For more information\, please call Ben Postmus at 250-231-7712\nWebsite: https://diversefamilyroots.ca
URL:https://osanisinclusion.ca/event/dads-matter-3/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Education,Online Event,Zoom Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250729T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250729T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180652
CREATED:20250625T233439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T233511Z
UID:3404-1753812000-1753819200@osanisinclusion.ca
SUMMARY:Real Talk Pride Season 2SLGBTQIA+ Zoom Hangout
DESCRIPTION:LGBTQ folks with cognitive disabilities (or folks with cognitive disabilities who are questioning or curious about their gender and / or orientation) meet over Zoom\, watch some Real Talk videos\, and participate in a conversation facilitated by a certified sexual health educator. \nEverybody has questions about dating\, love\, relationships\, and sex. Things like:\n\nHow do I meet a boyfriend / girlfriend / partner?\nHow do I let my family know that I want to date?\nHow can I make sex safer?\nWhat is consent?\n\nIt’s totally normal. But sometimes it can be hard to know where to get good information. At this event\, we’ll watch some Real Talk videos\, and have a conversation hosted by a Certified Sexual Health Educator. We’ll talk about where to get good information\, who can support us with this stuff\, and how to figure out confusing situations. People are welcome to talk about things\, or to just listen if they don’t want to talk. \nIf you want a family member\, friend\, or staff member to come with you to the event\, that’s great. They don’t need to register\, they can just show up with you. \nRegister Here
URL:https://osanisinclusion.ca/event/real-talk-pride-season/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Education,Health & wellness,Online Event,Zoom Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250730T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250730T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180652
CREATED:20250703T203615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250703T203615Z
UID:3654-1753900200-1753905600@osanisinclusion.ca
SUMMARY:Aging Caregivers
DESCRIPTION: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! \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\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. \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/aging-caregivers-2-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Education,Online Event,Zoom Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250731T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250731T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180652
CREATED:20250724T020140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T020551Z
UID:3867-1753963200-1753966800@osanisinclusion.ca
SUMMARY:Access to Justice Position Statement
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that people with an intellectual disability face significant barriers when interacting with the justice system? \nInclusion Canada has developed a position statement on access to justice. On Thursday\, July 31st from 3-4 PM EST\, we’ll be hosting a webinar to review our priorities\, our calls to action\, and our vision for an inclusive justice system. \nJoin us\, learn from self-advocates\, family members\, and legal professionals\, and prepare to be part of the solution. \nLive French interpretation and ASL/LSQ will be available during the webinar. \nTo view Inclusion Canada’s Access to Justice position statement ahead of the webinar\, you can do so here: https://bit.ly/3GBl6TO \nPanelists include: \n\nKory Earle-Morrow: Kory is the Provincial/Territorial Coordinator at People First of Canada. Kory has been a huge advocate for people labelled with an intellectual or developmental disability. He lives with his husband\, mother-in-law and 4 cats in Carleton Place. Kory will moderate the webinar.\nBluesette Campbell: Bluesette is the President of Inclusion Saskatchewan and a member of the Inclusion Canada board of directors. Bluesette chaired the Access to Justice Position Statement Committee. She will provide an overview of the position and commentary as a parent.\nElsie Tellier Caballero: Elsie is a Staff Lawyer at ARCH Disability Law Center. Elsie co-coordinated the Canada Civil Society Parallel Report Group. Elsie will comment on the significance of Inclusion Canada’s position\, including as it relates to the rights claiming process.\n\nRegister for free now!
URL:https://osanisinclusion.ca/event/access-to-justice-position-statement/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Education,Online Event,Zoom Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250731T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250731T203000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180652
CREATED:20250703T203805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250703T203805Z
UID:3656-1753988400-1753993800@osanisinclusion.ca
SUMMARY:FASD - Thinking Outside of the Box
DESCRIPTION: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. \nCLICK TO REGISTER\nWE ASK ALL REGISTRANTS TO PLEASE REVIEW FSI’S ZOOM MEETING GUIDELINES BEFORE ATTENDING \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 \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  \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/fasd-thinking-outside-box-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Education,Online Event,Zoom Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250805T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250805T133000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180652
CREATED:20250703T211315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250703T211524Z
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250812T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250812T143000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180652
CREATED:20250722T014153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T014153Z
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250812T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250812T190000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180652
CREATED:20250808T235154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T235219Z
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250812T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250812T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180652
CREATED:20250722T014228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T014228Z
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250812T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250812T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180652
CREATED:20250723T234841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T235225Z
UID:3862-1755025200-1755028800@osanisinclusion.ca
SUMMARY:Fed Family Chat
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis Fed Family Chat will be taking place on \nTues\, Aug 12\, 7-8 PM \n\nSign Up for Fed Family Chat\n\nWe are so excited to share space and connect with you!
URL:https://osanisinclusion.ca/event/fed-family-chat-3/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250818T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250829T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180652
CREATED:20250816T014838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250816T014838Z
UID:4042-1755500400-1756486800@osanisinclusion.ca
SUMMARY:The ADHD Growth Summit
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of our new ADHD community\, we are throwing a party and you are invited. Join us virtually for two weeks of body doubling\, interactive workshops\, breakthrough moments\, and finding your people. \nThis Summit brings together over 30 extraordinary ADHD voices and experts ranging from coaches\, creators\, clinicians\, entrepreneurs\, and educators. \nThey represent the full richness of ADHD culture. It’s innovation\, honesty\, adaptability\, and depth. They’re here to answer the questions you’ve been wanting to ask and the keys to their success.
URL:https://osanisinclusion.ca/event/the-adhd-growth-summit/
CATEGORIES:Conference,Online Event,Zoom Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250820T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250820T190000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180652
CREATED:20250715T032306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T032306Z
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250821T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250821T140000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180652
CREATED:20250807T013527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T013527Z
UID:3950-1755781200-1755784800@osanisinclusion.ca
SUMMARY:Accessibility Projects Grants Applications Now Open!
DESCRIPTION:As part of the Province’s goal to improve accessibility for people with disabilities in BC\, Disability Alliance BC (DABC) was selected by the Ministry of Social Development and Poverty Reduction (SDPR) to distribute funding to community based “Accessibility Projects” beginning in 2018. Since then\, over 95 projects have been funded. \nThis year the grants have reopened again with a total of $450\,000 available. BC-based not-for-profit organizations may apply for up to $40\,000 for year-long community engagement projects that will support lasting change for people in BC living with disability. Projects will focus on one of the following objectives: \n\nAccessible employment;\nAccessible emergency planning and response;\nAccessible arts\, culture and tourism;\nAccessible sports and recreation;\nAccessible education and learning;\nAccessible community participation.\n\nThe deadline to submit applications is September 12th\, 2025\, at 12pm Pacific Time. Successful applicants will receive funding in December 2025 in order to implement their project in January 2026. \nEligibility criteria includes: \n\nProjects must be focused on community engagement rather than large capital costs such as accessibility improvements to buildings and outdoor spaces.\nEligible organizations must be not-for-profit organizations with a volunteer Board chosen by its membership\, based in BC or with a base of operations in and sufficient capacity to deliver services in BC. They must operate primarily for community benefit and have services open to the public rather than restricted to their membership.\nIf an organization has received a grant in the past\, they can reapply 5 years after their application was submitted (for example\, if an organization applied in 2020 for a grant and did their project in 2021\, they can reapply in 2025 to do a project in 2026).\nConflicts of interest with DABC must be declared on the application form to be considered on a case-by-case basis. For more information\, please see our Conflict of Interest Protocol here.\n\nFor more information about eligibility please see the Call for Proposals\, which can be found here: Accessibility Projects Grants | DABC (dabc.ca) \nOnline information sessions will occur on Thursday August 21st at 1:00pm-2:00pm and Wednesday September 3rd at 11:30am-12:30pm. At these sessions\, potential applicants will be invited to learn about the application process and ask questions. Live captioning will be available. With two weeks advanced notice\, ASL interpretation can be booked on request and other accessibility requests will be accommodated whenever possible. \n– To register for the August 21st session\, please click here. \n-To register for the September 3rd session\, please click here. \nTo learn more and download the Call for Proposals (CFP) and application forms please visit: Accessibility Projects Grants | DABC (dabc.ca). Screen reader friendly versions of the document and ASL interpretations explaining the application process are also available. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact the Accessibility Projects Grants Coordinator at ap@dabc.ca. \nDownload the press release here.
URL:https://osanisinclusion.ca/event/accessibility-projects-grants-applications-now-open/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Online Event,Zoom Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250825
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250828
DTSTAMP:20260421T180652
CREATED:20250625T232317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T232317Z
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250825T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250825T203000
DTSTAMP:20260421T180652
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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