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SUMMARY:The Family Voices Project
DESCRIPTION:The Family Voices Project is a collaborative initiative aimed at gathering the invaluable insights\, experiences\, and desires of families with children and youth who have disabilities.\n\n\nThe Family Support Institute of BC (FSI) is on a community engagement journey to gather stories on what has and has not been working in the current system for Children and Youth with Support Needs (CYSN). Welcome to the Family Voices Project! \nWe want to hear from BC families and youth self-advocates who currently have\, or are in need of\, CYSN services and supports. Connect with us in-person when we visit your city/community\, or connect with us virtually between July and September 2024. \nThe Children and Youth with Support Needs (CYSN) program through the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD) offers various services\, including the At Home Program\, Autism Funding\, respite care\, key workers\, and some specialized therapies\, family support\, and medical benefits. CYSN services are for children and youth from birth to 19 years of age who are BC residents. Children and youth eligible for these programs include those with developmental delays\, autism\, and some complex health needs. \nRegister to connect with us now! \n\n\n\n\n  \nJoin a community engagement session\n\n\n\n\nAdditional dates and locations will continually be added as they are confirmed.
URL:https://osanisinclusion.ca/event/the-family-voices-project/
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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SUMMARY:Yoga in the Park
DESCRIPTION:Yoga in the Park \nFree at Willows Beach Park! \n  \nLed by Ajna Yoga and Oak Bay Recreation Instructors. \nPlease bring your own mat.
URL:https://osanisinclusion.ca/event/yoga-in-the-park/
LOCATION:Willows Beack Park\, 1975 Bee Str.\, Victoria\, BC\, V8R 5E6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Outdoor
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SUMMARY:Music In the Park
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to groove this summer with a series of musical performances in various Saanich parks every Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. for eight weeks. Residents are encouraged to use public transport or bike to the performances. \nThe list of artists is as follows: \n\nJuly 9 at Majestic Park\, 4380 Majestic Drive – Vinyl Wave;\nJuly 16 at Beckwith Park\, 857 Beckwith Road – Groove Kitchen;\nJuly 23 at Brydon Park\, End of Viewmont Avenue – Back Beat;\nJuly 30 at Hyacinth Park\, 700 Marigold Road – Late Shift;\nAugust 6 at Prospect Lake Park\, 331 Prospect Lake Road) – Rock of Ages;\nAugust 13 at Rutledge Park\,  Inverness & Cloverdale – The Shenanigans;\nAugust 20 at Rudd Park\, 3259 Irma – Best Laid Plans.
URL:https://osanisinclusion.ca/event/music-in-the-park/
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Food & Drink,Kids & Family,Live Performance,Music,Outdoor
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240811
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240812
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SUMMARY:Invisible No More - RSVP Only (Film Screening)
DESCRIPTION:From the organizers: \n“Join us for a community gathering over lunch\, a film screening of Invisible No More\, and panel presentation after the film. Hosted by Disability Without Poverty BC\, BC Disability\, Curiko\, and BC People First Society. \nAndy Fiore’s Invisible No More is a documentary about brain injury and criminal justice. The screening will be followed by a panel of experts discussing broader issues such as mental health\, homelessness and addiction that ripple from the film onto our city streets. This event presents a unique opportunity to strengthen community\, foster understanding and celebrate Disability With Possibility. We are capable of so much!” \nREGISTER HERE by August 5. \nNO CELL PHONES DURING THE FILM – NO CALLS\, PHOTOS OR FILMING. THANK YOU. \nSunday\, August 11\, 2024 |  11am-4pm \nThe Cinematheque: 1131 Howe St. Vancouver \nLunch & Networking 11:00am-1:25pm \nFilm Screening 1:30-2:40pm \nPanel Presentation 2:45-3:45pm – Panelists are in the process of being confirmed. \nContent warning: \nDisability Without Poverty’s Shape the CDB project captured the voices of disabled Canadians living in poverty. We actively sought the opinions of the hardest-to-reach communities including: 2SLGBTQ+\, racialized\,  Indigenous\, refugees\, homeless\, incarcerated or formerly incarcerated\, veterans\, institutionalized\, and Northern communities. Many of these stories are difficult to hear. But our job is not only to listen\, but to help them be heard. \nThe film we are screening contains conversations related to childhood trauma\, sexual abuse\, violence\, gangs\, incarceration\, drug addiction\, bullying and suicidal ideation. \nNotice of filming and photography: \nWhen you attend this event\, you enter an area where photography\, audio\, and video recording may occur. By entering the event premises\, you consent to such recording media and its release\, publication\, exhibition or reproduction. \nDisability Without Poverty BC will be recording during the event. Event organizers will also be taking photos during the event. \nMasks are encouraged but not required: \nCurrent provincial mask guidelines in BC are as follows: Wearing a mask is a personal choice. \nLunch will be catered by Tayybeh: \nTayybeh’s mission is to continue to empower newcomer women and offer opportunities for employment\, financial independence and social integration by offering and highlighting their delicious and authentic local food.  Meat and vegan options will be available. \nRegistration closes Aug 05\, 2024\, 11:00 p.m. \nLearn more. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://osanisinclusion.ca/event/invisible-no-more-rsvp-only-film-screening/
LOCATION:The Cinemathique\, 1131 Howe St.\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6Z 2L7\, Canada
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SUMMARY:"Have A Go Day!"
DESCRIPTION:JOIN ‘POWER TO BE’ FOR A FREE PROGRAM TO TRY NEW ACTIVITIES!\nUpcoming Victoria Dates:\nTIME: 10am – 3pm \nSUNDAY\, AUGUST 11th \nSUNDAY\, SEPTEMBER 22nd \nSATURDAY\, NOVEMBER 2nd \n\n  \nWHAT: Come experience the outdoors with Power To Be! We offer a variety of activities including hiking with and without TrailRiders (one-wheeled\, all-terrain wheelchairs)\, paddlesports\, nature adventures\, and more. We also periodically have community partners on site who offer additional activities! \n  \nWHO: Anyone who wants to access nature in a safe\, fun\, and inclusive way. This open event invites all current Power To Be participants and their families\, as well as anyone interested in learning more about Power To Be \n  \nWHERE: Our beautiful Prospect Lake site located at 4633 Prospect Lake Rd. \n  \nDETAILS: No RSVPs are required to attend. We ask that anyone under the age of 19 be accompanied by adult support. Activities are available for sign up upon your arrival and run on a rotating basis. We will run the activities rain or shine\, so dress appropriately for the weather. Please bring snacks and water! \n  \nPLEASE NOTE: \nThis free event is open to families. We ask that all children and youth be accompanied by an adult support as our Power To Be staff will be busy ensuring everyone is enjoying the different activities. If your youth will be attending with an adult who is not their guardian\, the guardian will need to click the button below to print and sign our Informed Consent ahead of time. \nSign your Informed Consent
URL:https://osanisinclusion.ca/event/have-a-go-day/
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Health & wellness,Outdoor,Sports & Fitness
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SUMMARY:Imposter Syndrome talk led by "LET'S" (Live Educate Transform Society)
DESCRIPTION:This webinar dives into imposter syndrome\, that nagging feeling of self-doubt that holds you back. We’ll explore what it is\, the signs to watch for\, and how colonialism and marginalization can fuel those feelings.  \nWe’ll also tackle practical tools to quiet that inner critic and build confidence:  \n\nLearn how to reframe your thinking patterns \n\n\nDiscover the power of language \n\n\nBuild strong support systems \n\n\nMinimize imposter syndrome in yourself and others \n\nJoin us for a safe space to explore this common experience and learn actionable steps to overcome it!  \n  \nPresented by: \nHeather McCain (they/them) is Executive Director of Live Educate Transform Society (LET’S)\, a non-profit they founded in 2005. Heather’s own experiences as an asexual\, disabled\, neurodivergent\, queer\, trans person led them to become a well-known and respected advocate\, educator\, and speaker. \nHeather is proudest to be called a Crip Doula. This is a community given Disability Justice term for someone who helps disabled people navigate our complex systems\, providing resources\, support\, and building community. This title was gifted by community members who have felt the positive effects of Heather’s work. \n  \nDate: August 15\, 2024 \nTime: 10:00AM – 11:30 AM (PST) \nLocation: Virtual session via Zoom \n*Once registered the link to the session will be sent out the day prior to the event. \n  \nRegistration closes two days before the event at 4:00 PM. To ensure your participation\, please register before this deadline.
URL:https://osanisinclusion.ca/event/imposter-syndrome-talk-led-by-lets-live-educate-transform-society/
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Education,Online Event,Zoom Event
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SUMMARY:Special Woodstock
DESCRIPTION:“Special Woodstock” is a music festival that happens once a year on Vancouver Island\, BC\, Canada on the beautiful 140-acre property of \nProvidence Farm in Duncan\, BC\, Canada. It was created to feature the artistic talents of people with disabilities alongside professional musicians on a community/world stage. \nFounded in September 1999 by Shelley Vaags\, who saw a need for a platform to be created to feature this incredible\, courageous\, inspiring\, and unique community of individuals. \n  \nDate: Sunday\, August 18\, 2024 \nTime: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM \nAdmission: Free! \nNo tickets are required\, no entry fee. \n  \nHow do we do it?  \nWith help from The Lions Clubs of Vancouver Island and the surrounding Islands generous community businesses and YOU! \nAll donations\, big and small add up to an amazing\, heartwarming\, inspiring Music Festival called Special Woodstock 
URL:https://osanisinclusion.ca/event/special-woodstock/
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Live Performance,Music
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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/
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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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 \nThe Family Support Institute of BC (FSI) is embarking on a community engagement journey to gather stories on what has and has not been working in the current system for Children and Youth with Support Needs (CYSN). We want to hear from you on how CYSN services and supports in BC can be improved\, so that our children and youth can get the help they so critically deserve. We will be gathering your stories and experiences in person and online\, in a way that best works for you. \nWant us to visit your community? We need your voice!\nPlease take our Engagement Survey and let us know the best way(s) we can engage with you and your 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-and-school-age-navigation/
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