Heartspace Gentle Movement
2025-10-23 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | Virtual Event
Join Tyra Skibington, certified yoga instructor, for a 45-minute gentle movement program, accessible for all abilities. Wear comfortable clothing, bring a comforting beverage, have a clear space on the floor with a chair or couch nearby for support, but otherwise no special equipment required!
Tyra has been a yoga teacher for over 10 years. She is passionate about caring for the caregiver because she is one. She knows the power of pausing through breath work and loves to share restorative movement as part of that practice. Join Tyra by inviting space and more breath into your body. This will help clear the mind, calm the nervous system and bring awareness to the body.
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FASD - Thinking Outside of the Box
2025-10-23 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-10-30 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | Virtual Event
September is FASD Awareness Month, and International FASD Day is on September 9!
When we talk about FASD, the conversation often focuses on the challenges—but there’s so much more to the story. There are incredible strengths, talents, and successes worth celebrating.
Join us for an uplifting event where we shine a light on the achievements and unique abilities of individuals living with FASD. This is a chance to hear powerful stories from those with lived experience, as well as the people who support and love them.
Come be part of a joyful conversation—one that honours the gifts that come with FASD and invites you to share your own moments of pride and hope.
Thursday, September 25, 2025, at 7:00 pm
This Family Hangout takes place weekly.
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Embracing Success Education Conference
2025-10-24 09:00 - 16:00 (America/Vancouver) | Mary Winspear Centre, 2243 Beacon Ave, Sidney, BC, Canada
This one-day conference is designed especially for educators including classroom teachers, resource teachers, education assistants, and other professionals who work in the school setting with an emphasis on providing knowledge and strategies that can be applied in the classroom and school setting to support students with Down syndrome and other developmental disabilities.
This year’s conference focuses on foundational academic skills, featuring expert-led sessions on literacy and numeracy instruction specifically tailored for students with Down syndrome. Our presenters have developed practical, evidence-based approaches that educators can immediately implement in their classrooms and school settings. Join in person or take part virtually!

Movie Night - Finding Nemo
2025-10-24 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | Saanich Fairgrounds, 1528 Stelly's Cross Rd, Saanichton, BC, Canada
The Saanichton Village and the Brentwood Bay Community Associations present:
Finding Nemo

Food, treats & fun activities before the movie starts at 7pm!
Doors open at 5:00pm

Wear your jammies, bring your chairs & blankets
When: October 24, 2025
Where: Saanich Fairgrounds Cedar R00m – Main Building | 1528 Stelly’s Cross Rd, Saanichton

Find Your Path: Solutions in Action Insights Event
2025-10-25 08:00 - 16:30 (America/Vancouver) | The Courtyard Calgary Airport by Marriott, 2500 48 Ave NE, Calgary, AB, T3J 4V8, Canada
October is Learning Disabilities and ADHD Awareness Month! Boost your understanding and personal support toolkit at our one-day Insights Event on October 25, 2025 in Calgary.
Find Your Path: Solutions in Action is all about practical take-aways for those with Learning Disabilities or ADHD on mental health, career coaching, classroom supports, non-ADHD partner strategies, homework help, relationships and more!
If you are a parent, educate children or are an adult looking to strengthen your skill set, this conference is for you. Tickets are only $30 making this an opportunity that’s both affordable and high quality!
Learn more & register here

2025 Au-Some Conference
2025-10-25 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Toronto) | Virtual Event
About the event

Au-Some Conference 2025 – Featuring Inspiring Neurodivergent Voices
On October 25, 2025 from 10 AM – 3 PM EST, during Autism Acceptance Month, Autism Canada will host the 9th annual Au-Some Conference – the only Canadian event where every presentation is created and delivered by neurodivergent individuals. This powerful day of learning and connection will be presented virtually via Zoom and accessible on our YouTube channel, offering lived experience–led conversations that educate, empower, and inspire change.
Featured Presenters

Alex Watts – ADHD Speaker & AdvocateAn internationally recognized ADHD speaker, advocate, and creative entrepreneur, Alex blends lived experience, humour, and insight to break down neurodivergence in a relatable way. His energetic approach inspires acceptance, empowerment, and action. (Topic: Pathological Demand Avoidance)

Dani Bowman – Artist & EntrepreneurAn autistic animator, artist, and founder of DaniMation Studios, Dani has taught animation to over 3,000 students and premiered 14 short films at San Diego Comic-Con. She is also a cast member of Love on the Spectrum and a dedicated mentor for young creators. (Topic: Rethinking Autism and Employment in Creative Fields)

Charlotte Bergslien – Autistic & ADHD Content CreatorKnown as “The Spectrum Girl” to her 1.5M+ followers, Charlotte uses her platform to explore dating, friendships, travel, and self-esteem in the neurodivergent community. Her candid, uplifting content champions authenticity and inclusion. (Topic: Autism, Mental Health & the Power of Online Advocacy)

priyana – Singer & SongwriterA South-Asian, autistic, queer folk-indie artist from Toronto, priyana blends music and crochet to create safe, expressive spaces for her audience. Her latest album, Days I’ve Cried This Year, reflects her creative process and lived experience. (Topic: Music as a Space for Lived Experience, Rest, and Creativity)

Andreas Souvaliotis – Social EntrepreneurFounder of Carrot Rewards and Green Rewards, Andreas is a bestselling author and global leader in harnessing behavioural science for social good. He champions innovative approaches to public health, climate change, diversity, and citizenship. (Topic: Entrepreneurship and the Benefits of Being on the Spectrum)

Join us for a day that celebrates autistic voices, amplifies lived experiences, and brings together a nationwide community committed to inclusion and understanding.

Beer and Burger Silent Auction
2025-10-26 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | Four Mile Brew Pub, 199 Island Hwy, Victoria, BC, V9B 1G1, Canada
Join us for our Beer and Burger Silent Auction on October 26th at Four Mile Brew Pub as part of Canadian Down Syndrome Week. Enjoy delicious food and drinks while bidding on exciting items and supporting a great cause. All proceeds will benefit the Greater Victoria Down Syndrome Society’s programs and services
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Building Healthy Workplace Cultures
2025-10-27 - 2025-10-28 | The Westin Bayshore, Vancouver, 1601 Bayshore Dr., Vancouver, BC, V6G 2V4, Canada
Join us for two days of in-person inspiration, collaboration and learning!
Bottom Line 2025 is about advancing psychological health and safety in the workplace by building a sense of community. Together we’ll reveal the power of connection and compassion in creating workplaces that protect and support mental health for all.

Prevention Focus: Learn proactive strategies to prevent psychological harm.
Practical Solutions: Discover actionable steps to drive real change in your organization.
Expert Insights: Explore perspectives from workers and leaders across diverse sectors.

Learn from top workplace mental health experts as we take a deep dive into pressing issues, practical approaches, real experiences and lived expertise.

Get practical tools to enhance your workplace
Network with industry leaders and innovators
Join the movement for better mental health

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About the Conference
Since 2002, the Canadian Mental Health Association’s Bottom Line Conference has brought together business leaders, workers, union representatives, policy makers, and researchers to share real experiences, successes, ideas, and expertise on improving mental health in Canadian workplaces. The event attracts over 350 delegates from across BC and beyond.
We respectfully acknowledge xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), səl̓ilwətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), Lkwungen (Songhees) and Wyomilth (Esquimalt) peoples on whose traditional, unceded lands the conference will be held. ​

Engage at Every Age
2025-10-28 13:00 - 14:30 (America/Toronto) | Virtual Event
Engage at Every Age: When young and old connect, great things happen!
Join us for a free webinar presented by Andrew Fleck Children’s Services. In this session, Andrew Fleck Children’s Services (Ottawa) will be sharing their insights and reflections acquired over the past few years, facilitating intergenerational programming between children ages 0 – 4 and diverse older adult populations in a variety of settings. Participants will have an opportunity to learn from their challenges and successes and ask questions about the early stages of developing an intergenerational program.
Intergenerational programming offers a powerful opportunity to foster meaningful, everyday connections between children and older adults. Both generations benefit from time spent together, enjoying shared interests and forming lasting friendships. Rather than limiting these moments to occasional, planned visits where seniors passively observe, we’re exploring what’s possible when interactions are naturally embedded into daily routines within an early learning and care setting.
Open to anyone developing or considering an intergenerational program with children up to 4 years of age.
Presented By:
Neeka Barnes – Director, Special Projects Andrew Fleck Children’s Services
Neeka Barnes has worked in the early learning and care field for 46 years. She has a diverse background that includes roles as a consultant, life skills coach, and college professor. For the past several years, she has worked as the Director of Special Projects at Andrew Fleck Children’s Services.
José Alejandro Fernandez Cruz – Intergenerational Program Assistant, Andrew Fleck Children’s Services
Jose Alejandro Fernandez Cruz (RECE, Bach. Early Learning and Community Development) is the Intergenerational Program Coordinator with Andrew Fleck Children’s Services. As part of the Engage At Every Age Intergenerational Child Care Project, he conducts research into the best practices of shared-space intergenerational programming and facilitates the involvement of older adults in the program.
Email: jfernandez@afchildrensservices.ca
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Advancing Inclusive Education: Global Perspectives
2025-10-28 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Vancouver) | Virtual Event
Last month, our global inclusion movement came together in person at Inclusion International’s World Congress in Sharjah, UAE — a powerful gathering of advocates and families driving inclusion forward worldwide from over 70 countries.
Join us as we reflect on what we heard in Sharjah and explore the current global landscape of inclusive education — what progress is being made, where challenges remain, and what lessons we can carry forward together.

ADHD - The Real Deal
2025-10-28 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | Virtual Event
ADHD doesn’t just affect the person living with ADHD. It also affects those around them. As parents of kids living with ADHD, we can benefit from learning what ADHD is and how to support our kids. Learn from Dr. Duncan,Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist, as he dispels some myths and explains how and why the ADHD brain works the way it does.
Join us and other families for this video presentation and discussion that’s facilitated by a FamilySmart Family Peer Support Worker.
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.

Drop-in Floor Hockey for Individuals with Diverse Abilities
2025-10-29 13:00 - 14:30 (America/Vancouver) | SJ Willis High School, 923 Topaz Avenue, Victoria, BC, V8T 2M2, Canada

RE/MEMBERING: Zine’ing Loss & Grief
2025-10-29 17:30 - 20:30, 2025-11-05 17:30 - 20:30 (America/Vancouver) | Vancouver Hospice Society, 4615 Granville St., Vancouver, BC, Canada
The Vancouver Hospice Society is hosting a 6-week in-person support group for young adults aged 18-29 who are grieving the death of a person. The support group will explore zine-making as a creative outlet for processing grief and loss, based on guided reflection prompts within a space of shared connection. A zine (from “magazine”) is a mini self-created booklet made for a small circle of distribution.
Open to Vancouver residents Virtual Orientation: Wednesday, Oct. 8, 5:30–7:00 PM In-person Sessions: Wednesdays, 5:30–8:30 PMOct. 15, 22, 29 & Nov. 5, 12, 19
Registration is required. To register, please send an email to counselling@vancouverhospice.org

Esquimalt Halloween Skate
2025-10-30 15:00 - 16:30 (America/Vancouver) | Archie Browning Sports Centre, 1151 Esquimalt Rd., Victoria, BC, V9A 3N6, Canada
Event location: Archie Browning Sports Centre
Event address: 1151 Esquimalt Road
Join us for a spooky Everyone Welcome Skate.
Kids in FULL costume get in FREE!
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CADDAC's 17th Annual ADHD Conference (Vancouver, BC)
2025-11-01 08:00 - 2025-11-02 15:00 (America/Vancouver) | Nest Conference Centre (University of BC campus), 6133 University Blvd., Vancouver, BC, Canada
CADDAC’s ADHD Conference provides information for adults with ADHD, parents and/or caregivers of children with ADHD and their families, as well as educators and allied health professionals.

Keynote Speaker – Thomas E. Brown
Clinical Psychologist, Author

Thomas E. Brown earned his Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology at Yale University and then served on the clinical faculty of the Department of Psychiatry at Yale School of Medicine for 20 years while operating a clinic in Connecticut for children and adults with ADHD and related problems. In May 2017, he relocated to California where he opened the Brown Clinic for Attention and Related Disorders in Manhattan Beach. He has taught continuing medical education courses on ADHD for the American Psychiatric Association for 18 years and has given lectures and workshops in hospitals, medical schools, universities and for professional and advocacy groups throughout the United States and in more than 40 other countries.

Dr. Brown is Clinical Professor of Psychiatry and Neuroscience at the University of California Riverside School of Medicine and is an elected Fellow of the American Psychological Association, the APA Division of Psychopharmacology and Substance Abuse, and the Society of Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology. He has published 30 articles in professional journals and 7 books on ADHD with translations into 12 foreign languages. His most recent books are Smart, but Stuck: Emotions in Teens and Adults with ADHD; Outside the Box: Rethinking ADD/ADHD in Children and Adults-A Practical Guide, ADHD and Asperger Syndrome in Smart Kids and Adults: Twelve Stories of Struggle, Support and Treatment; and Social Anxiety: Hidden Fears and Shame in Teens and Adults. He has also published the Brown Executive Function/Attention Rating Scales for early childhood, childhood, adolescents and adults. His 28-minute video on YouTube “What Is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder?” has received more than 10 million views. In November 2024 he received a lifetime achievement award from CHADD. For more information, please visit his website at www.BrownADHDclinic.com

Conference Topics

Thomas E. Brown – Keynote presentation on Day 1
Thomas E. Brown – Keynote presentation on Day 2
ADHD Medications -The Great, The All Right, and The Ones to Avoid
ADHD and Addiction: Two Sides of the Same Coin?
Parenting a child with ADHD… when you have ADHD
Kindness to Yourself: Self-Care That Doesn’t Feel Like a Another Chore

…and much more!

Conference Details

EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION (June 25 to August 31, 2025)

1-day Registration – Saturday Only – STUDENT (Proof required) – $100.00
1-day Registration – Saturday Only – $155.00
1-day Registration – Sunday Only – STUDENT (Proof required) – $100.00
1-day Registration – Sunday Only – $140.00
2-day Registration – STUDENT (Proof required) – $200.00
2-day Registration (Sat & Sun) – $255.00

Conference tickets are fully refundable until September 30, 2025. Refunds processed after that date will be subject to an administration fee of $25 + the cost of food.

Venue: University of British Columbia, Nest Conference Centre. 6133 University Blvd. Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z1

November 1st | DAY 1: Registration opens at 8:15am, Conference Day 1 ends at 4:00pm
November 2nd | DAY 2: Registration opens at 8:15am, Conference Day 2 ends at 3:00pm

**A valid student ID is required at check-in if you purchase a student ticket. Failure to provide one will result in a $50 charge to upgrade to a non-discounted, regular price ticket.**

**Please note that this conference WILL NOT be livestreamed or recorded.**

Registration fees include electronic handouts, lunch, and two coffee breaks. Tax is based on tax rates in British Columbia. All fees are in Canadian dollars.

Subsidy pricing available. Contact our Programs Manager at annie.desrochers@caddac.ca

Co-Op Celebration (CanAssist)
2025-11-01 14:00 - 18:00 (America/Vancouver) | CARSA (UVic), 3800 Finnerty Rd., Victoria, BC, V8P 5C2, Canada
You’re invited to CanAssist’s Co-op Celebration on November 1st, 2025!
Join us in honouring the past, present, and future of CanAssist’s Co-op Program — an initiative that has empowered students, fostered innovation, and advanced inclusive communities.
Come connect with CanAssist team members, present and past co-ops, students, and community partners as we celebrate this legacy, share stories, and look ahead.
We look forward to celebrating with you!
Date/Time
Saturday, November 1, 2025
2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. (PT) Drop in whenever you can!
Location
CanAssist in the CARSA Building at the University of Victoria
3800 Finnerty Road
Victoria, BC V8P 5C2
Schedule
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Meet-and-greet
Co-op Endowment Fund Appreciation

3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Tour of current workshops and projects
Friendly engineering competition

5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Launch of the Co-op Initiative

If you have any challenges with this registration form or change of plans, please email canassist@uvic.ca.
RSVP HERE

All Abilities Open Mic Coffee House
2025-11-01 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | All Abilities Coffee House, 923 Topaz Ave, Victoria, BC, Canada
All abilities open mic coffee house
– Including Open Mic, guest performers, karaoke and singalong. Music, spoken word, comedy…all welcome!

Our featured guest performer on Oct. 18th is SEAN McCOOL from the band “Soul Shakers”.

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

SEA: For Adults online workshop
2025-11-03 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | Virtual Event
A 90 minute online suicide prevention workshop developed by NEED2 to provide foundational information about suicide that is accessible and relevant to adults; no matter their role in the community.
November 3, 2025 6:30-8pm
Once you’ve registered you will receive the zoom link the day before the workshop.
Register Here.

Supporting The Transition To CLBC
2025-11-03 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Vancouver) | Virtual Event
Are you a family member supporting an adult with developmental disabilities? This Family Hangout is designed to help you navigate Community Living BC (CLBC) services and supports for adults ages 19+ (or transition-aged youth) with clarity and confidence. Whether your loved one is newly eligible or already receiving support, this group offers practical guidance and emotional reassurance for families walking this path.
This is a welcoming space for families to ask questions, share concerns, and gain the knowledge needed to support your adult family member with dignity and purpose.
The first session begins Monday, November 3, 2025, from 7:00 to 8:30 pm
This Family Hangout will take place every other week, on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month.

REGISTER HERE

Mindful Parenting
2025-11-04 09:30 - 2025-12-16 23:30 (America/Vancouver) | Men’s Therapy Center, 301-3491 Saanich Rd., Victoria, BC, V8X 1W8, Canada
Learn to embrace the beautiful chaos of single parenthood with presence and self-compassion, nurturing both your child’s well-being and your own.

Children in Care - A Group for Parents and Caregivers
2025-11-04 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Vancouver) | Virtual Event
A support group for those with kids in care, considering care, or feeling pressured to place their kids in care.
Only 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. This 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.
** PLEASE NOTE: This meeting is reserved for families with a member with a disability and self advocates only ** 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

Early Years and School Age Navigation
2025-11-05 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Vancouver) | 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.
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
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What's holding us back? The future of inclusive education in Canada
2025-11-05 16:00 - 17:30 (America/Vancouver) | Virtual Event
16th Annual National Policy Forum on Inclusion
This year’s policy forum will be a 3-part virtual series exploring the realities of inclusive education in Canada. The series will bring together self-advocates, family members, educators, and policy experts. Article 24 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities says that people with disabilities have a right to an inclusive education at all levels. We will explore what gets in the way of these rights in Canada and highlight examples of how we can overcome these barriers together.
Format: 3-part virtual event via Zoom webinar. The forum will include a series of panels and interactive Question & Answer periods. Panels include perspectives of lived experience from people with an intellectual disability and families, as well as research and policy expertise from community organizations and educators.
Your ticket gives you access to all 3 sessions

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

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

Aging Caregivers
2025-11-05 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | 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!

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

16th Annual National Policy Forum on Inclusion
2025-11-05 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Toronto) | Virtual Event
What’s holding us back? The future of inclusive education in Canada
3-part virtual event via Zoom webinar
Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 7pm-8:30pm Eastern
Wednesday, November 12, 2025, 7pm-8:30pm Eastern
Wednesday, November 19, 2025, 7pm-8:30pm Eastern
This year’s policy forum will be a 3-part virtual series exploring the realities of inclusive education in Canada. The series will bring together self-advocates, family members, educators, and policy experts. Article 24 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities says that people with disabilities have a right to an inclusive education at all levels. We will explore what gets in the way of these rights in Canada and highlight examples of how we can overcome these barriers together.
Format: 3-part virtual event via Zoom webinar. The forum will include a series of panels and interactive Question & Answer periods. Panels include perspectives of lived experience from people with an intellectual disability and families, as well as research and policy expertise.
Register now!

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

Substance Use and the Power of Support
2025-11-06 12:00 - 13:30 (America/Vancouver) | Virtual Event
Connection and relationship can make a difference in substance use and addiction. Guy Felicella, a renowned advocate and international speaker who has overcome a two-decade substance use disorder, passionately promotes harm reduction, trauma therapy, and faster access to treatment using his story of resilience and recovery. Learn how we can show care not just for our kids, but for the broader community impacted by substance use disorder.
Join us and other families for this video presentation and discussion that’s facilitated by a FamilySmart Family Peer Support Worker.
12:00pm-1:30 pm Pacific Time (most of British Columbia)
1:00pm-2:30 pm 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 .
REGISTER HERE
