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SUMMARY:Festive Foster Family Event
DESCRIPTION:Festive Foster Family Event in the Cowichan Valley \nWednesday\, December 10th\, 9:30am to 11:30am  \nSt. John’s Church\, 486 Jubilee Street\, Duncan  \nCowichan Valley Foster Parents Local invites area foster caregivers to register their families for this special event! Registrants will receive treats and fun for the whole family and a gift for each registered child and youth! A great chance for Foster Caregivers to visit and take a breath before the upcoming holiday season. Coffee\, tea\, and snacks will be available. Registration is required. Watch your email for more information and registration instructions!
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/festive-foster-family-event/
CATEGORIES:Central Island
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260310T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260310T113000
DTSTAMP:20260304T000446Z
CREATED:20260304T000446Z
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UID:10000503-1773136800-1773142200@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Foster Caregivers Support Mornings
DESCRIPTION:Foster Caregivers Support Mornings \nTuesday\, March 10th\, 10:00am to 11:30am \nCaring Families Society Office\, #102-6421 Applecross Road\, Nanaimo \nThese mornings are a great way to connect with other caregivers \nabout the unique experiences and challenges fostering can have\, ask \nquestions\, share successes\, recharge\, and learn about resources. \nThere will also be opportunities for caregivers to work on Life Book \npages if desired and CFS will provide support\, supplies\, and tools. \nFoster caregivers\, please check your emails for more details closer to \nthe morning dates!
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/foster-caregivers-support-mornings/
CATEGORIES:Central Island
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260312T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260312T133000
DTSTAMP:20260304T172238Z
CREATED:20260304T172238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T172238Z
UID:10000505-1773307800-1773322200@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:First Aid Training
DESCRIPTION:First Aid Training \nThursday\, March 12th\, 9:30am to 1:30pm \nAlert First Aid\, 109 Finlayson Street\, Nanaimo \nOpen to Foster and Kinship Caregivers. \nDo you remember how to perform infant or child CPR? Is your first aid \ncertification current? \nAn instructor from Alert First Aid Inc will lead participants through a \nhands-on approach to gain confidence\, learn to improvise\, and react in \nemergency situations. Includes initial assessment\, adult\, child\, and \ninfant CPR (Level C). Alert First Aid will provide a certificate (valid for 3 \nyears) to participants upon successful completion. \n$60.00 per participant. \nFoster caregivers will receive a $35 reimbursement from Caring Families Society upon course completion. Please note this reimbursement only applies to foster caregivers. Register at \nhttps://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/s75e4g2.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/first-aid-training/
CATEGORIES:Central Island
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260314T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260314T153000
DTSTAMP:20260303T225133Z
CREATED:20260303T225133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T225133Z
UID:10000499-1773495000-1773502200@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Foster Family BINGO
DESCRIPTION:Joint Cowichan Valley and Nanaimo Event \nFoster Family BINGO \nSaturday\, March 14th\, 1:30pm to 3:30pm \nEagles Hall\, 921 – 1st Avenue\, Ladysmith \nOPEN to ALL FOSTER FAMILIES! \nCaring Families Society has rented the Eagles Hall in Ladysmith for this \nevent! Join other foster families for FUN\, FOOD\, and PRIZES! Doors will \nopen at 1:15pm to allow time for families to settle and set up for \nBINGO to start promptly at 1:30pm. We will play multiple rounds of \nBINGO with prizes for 1st\, 2nd\, and 3rd Place. CFS will provide snacks \nand beverages. Register your foster family here: https:// \nlp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/9a8w824.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/foster-family-bingo/
CATEGORIES:Central Island
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260318T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260318T113000
DTSTAMP:20260303T231413Z
CREATED:20260303T231413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T231413Z
UID:10000500-1773826200-1773833400@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Foster Caregivers Mornings
DESCRIPTION:Foster Caregivers Mornings \nWednesday\, March 18th\, 9:30am to 11:30am \nCowichan Community Center – Nitinat Room \n2687 James Street\, Duncan \nThese gatherings are great to connect with other foster caregivers \nwho understand the unique challenges and rewards of fostering. The \nNitinat Room is at the end of the hall on the second floor of the \nCowichan Community Center. Come and meet members of your \nCowichan Valley Foster Parents Local and other wonderful foster \ncaregivers! March’s meeting is during spring break\, so this will be a \nfamily friendly morning! Arrangements for a guest speaker for April’s \nmeeting are in process. Watch your emails for more information.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/foster-caregivers-mornings/
CATEGORIES:Central Island
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260401T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260401T110000
DTSTAMP:20260303T232446Z
CREATED:20260303T232446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T232446Z
UID:10000502-1775034000-1775041200@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Cowichan Valley MCFD Partnership Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Cowichan Valley MCFD Partnership Meeting \nWednesday\, April 1st\, 9:00/9:30am to 11:00am \nMCFD Office\, 161- 4th Street\, Duncan \nThe office doors open at 9:00am and foster caregivers are welcome to \ncome in to catch up with one another and local resource workers – the \nmeeting will start at 9:30am. Stay as long as you can! Participation can \nbe in-person or virtually via Teams. Something on your mind you’d like \nto discuss? Send agenda items to mylisa.evans@gov.bc.ca. Look for an \nemail from the MCFD Resource Team closer to the meeting that \nincludes the link for those wishing to participate virtually.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/cowichan-valley-mcfd-partnership-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Central Island
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260414T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260414T113000
DTSTAMP:20260304T000525Z
CREATED:20260304T000525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T000525Z
UID:10000504-1776160800-1776166200@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Foster Caregivers Support Mornings
DESCRIPTION:Foster Caregivers Support Mornings \nTuesday\, April 14th\, 10:00am to 11:30am \nCaring Families Society Office\, #102-6421 Applecross Road\, Nanaimo \nThese mornings are a great way to connect with other caregivers \nabout the unique experiences and challenges fostering can have\, ask \nquestions\, share successes\, recharge\, and learn about resources. \nThere will also be opportunities for caregivers to work on Life Book \npages if desired and CFS will provide support\, supplies\, and tools. \nFoster caregivers\, please check your emails for more details closer to \nthe morning dates!
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/foster-caregivers-support-mornings-2/
CATEGORIES:Central Island
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260415T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260415T113000
DTSTAMP:20260303T231527Z
CREATED:20260303T231527Z
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UID:10000501-1776245400-1776252600@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Foster Caregivers Mornings
DESCRIPTION:Foster Caregivers Mornings \nWednesday\, April 15th\, 9:30am to 11:30am \nCowichan Community Center – Nitinat Room \n2687 James Street\, Duncan \nThese gatherings are great to connect with other foster caregivers \nwho understand the unique challenges and rewards of fostering. The \nNitinat Room is at the end of the hall on the second floor of the \nCowichan Community Center. Come and meet members of your \nCowichan Valley Foster Parents Local and other wonderful foster \ncaregivers! March’s meeting is during spring break\, so this will be a \nfamily friendly morning! Arrangements for a guest speaker for April’s \nmeeting are in process. Watch your emails for more information.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/foster-caregivers-mornings-3/
CATEGORIES:Central Island
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260428T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260428T120000
DTSTAMP:20260304T173621Z
CREATED:20260304T173621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T173621Z
UID:10000506-1777370400-1777377600@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Creative Connections  Dot Art Moon Vision
DESCRIPTION:Creative Connections \nDot Art Moon Vision \nTuesday\, April 28th\, 10:00am to 12:00noon \n#102-6421 Applecross Road\, Nanaimo \nOpen to Foster Caregivers \nConnect with other foster caregivers while getting creative! Artist Jen \nfrom Lost Arts Club will guide us in creating a beautiful Dot Art Moon \nVision. All needed supplies will be available\, and participants can \nchoose from five different templates! No previous art skills needed! \nCaring Families Society is asking foster caregivers to contribute $5.00 \ntowards costs with CFS paying the \nrest of the per person fee. \nLimited space available. \nRegister at https:// \nlp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/ \nreg/2b4zn4m.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/creative-connections-dot-art-moon-vision/
CATEGORIES:Central Island
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260512T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260512T113000
DTSTAMP:20260507T185013Z
CREATED:20260507T185013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T185013Z
UID:10000537-1778580000-1778585400@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Nanaimo Foster Caregivers Support Mornings
DESCRIPTION:Nanaimo Foster Caregivers Support Mornings \nTuesday\, May 12th\, 10:00am to 11:30am \nTuesday\, June 9th\, 10:00am to 11:30am \nCFS Office\, #102-6421 Applecross Road\, Nanaimo These morning meetings are a safe space to connect with other caregivers who understand the unique experiences and challenges fostering brings. Ask questions\, share success\, recharge\, laugh\, cry\, learn about resources\, and lift each other up. There will be opportunities for caregivers to work on Life Book pages if desired and CFS will provide support\, supplies\, and tools. Foster caregivers\, please check your emails for more details closer to the morning dates!
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/nanaimo-foster-caregivers-support-mornings-2/
CATEGORIES:Central Island
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260520T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260520T113000
DTSTAMP:20260507T183730Z
CREATED:20260507T183730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T183730Z
UID:10000533-1779269400-1779276600@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Central Island Foster Caregivers Mornings
DESCRIPTION:Central Island Foster Caregivers Mornings \nWednesday\, May 20th\, 9:30am to 11:30am \nWednesday\, June 17th\, 9:30am to 11:30am \nCowichan Community Center\, Nitnat Room\, 2687 James Street These gatherings are a great way to connect with other foster caregivers who understand the unique challenges and rewards of fostering. The Nitinat Room is at the end of the hall on the second f loor of the Cowichan Community Center. Come and meet members of your Cowichan Valley Foster Parents Local and other wonderful foster caregivers! During May’s meeting\, a special guest from the Disability Alliance BC will join us to share information and answer questions about the Disability Tax Credit\, the Registered Disability Savings Plan\, and the Canada Disability Benefit. Watch your emails for more information!
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/central-island-foster-caregivers-mornings/
CATEGORIES:Central Island
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260526T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260526T120000
DTSTAMP:20260507T210552Z
CREATED:20260507T210552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T210552Z
UID:10000541-1779789600-1779796800@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:CREATIVE CONNECTIONS for Foster Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:CREATIVE CONNECTIONS for Foster Caregivers CFS Office\, #102-6421 Applecross Road\, Nanaimo \nGemstone and Copper Tree or Teardrop Plant Tuesday\, May 26th 10:00am to 12:00 noon \nConnect with other foster caregivers while getting creative! Artist Jen from Lost Arts Club will guide us in creating a beaded treasure. Choose from either a Tree on Driftwood or a Teardrop Plant. All material included! No previous art skills needed! CFS is asking foster caregivers to contribute $5 towards costs; Caring Families Society will pay the rest. Limited spaces available. Register here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/apu6amp
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/creative-connections-for-foster-caregivers/
CATEGORIES:Central Island
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260609T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260609T113000
DTSTAMP:20260507T185134Z
CREATED:20260507T185134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T185134Z
UID:10000538-1780999200-1781004600@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Nanaimo Foster Caregivers Support Mornings
DESCRIPTION:Nanaimo Foster Caregivers Support Mornings \nTuesday\, May 12th\, 10:00am to 11:30am \nTuesday\, June 9th\, 10:00am to 11:30am \nCFS Office\, #102-6421 Applecross Road\, Nanaimo These morning meetings are a safe space to connect with other caregivers who understand the unique experiences and challenges fostering brings. Ask questions\, share success\, recharge\, laugh\, cry\, learn about resources\, and lift each other up. There will be opportunities for caregivers to work on Life Book pages if desired and CFS will provide support\, supplies\, and tools. Foster caregivers\, please check your emails for more details closer to the morning dates!
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/nanaimo-foster-caregivers-support-mornings-3/
CATEGORIES:Central Island
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260617T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260617T113000
DTSTAMP:20260507T183819Z
CREATED:20260507T183819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T183819Z
UID:10000534-1781688600-1781695800@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Central Island Foster Caregivers Mornings
DESCRIPTION:Central Island Foster Caregivers Mornings \nWednesday\, May 20th\, 9:30am to 11:30am \nWednesday\, June 17th\, 9:30am to 11:30am \nCowichan Community Center\, Nitnat Room\, 2687 James Street These gatherings are a great way to connect with other foster caregivers who understand the unique challenges and rewards of fostering. The Nitinat Room is at the end of the hall on the second f loor of the Cowichan Community Center. Come and meet members of your Cowichan Valley Foster Parents Local and other wonderful foster caregivers! During May’s meeting\, a special guest from the Disability Alliance BC will join us to share information and answer questions about the Disability Tax Credit\, the Registered Disability Savings Plan\, and the Canada Disability Benefit. Watch your emails for more information!
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/central-island-foster-caregivers-mornings-2/
CATEGORIES:Central Island
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260623T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260623T120000
DTSTAMP:20260507T210714Z
CREATED:20260507T210714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T210714Z
UID:10000542-1782208800-1782216000@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:CREATIVE CONNECTIONS for Foster Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:CREATIVE CONNECTIONS for Foster Caregivers CFS Office\, #102-6421 Applecross Road\, Nanaimo \nExploring Acrylics Tuesday\, June 23rd 10:00am to 12:00 noon \nJoin CFS Coordinators Bonnie and Sandra in exploring various easy painting techniques including squeegees\, stencils\, and balloons to create masterpieces! Pick your favorite or try them all! CFS will provide all materials. No previous art skills needed! CFS is asking foster caregivers to contribute $5 towards costs; Caring Families Society will pay the rest. Limited spaces available. Register here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/9b4c7be
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/creative-connections-for-foster-caregivers-2/
CATEGORIES:Central Island
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T123000
DTSTAMP:20260507T184043Z
CREATED:20260507T183949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T184043Z
UID:10000535-1785232800-1785241800@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Cowichan Valley and Nanaimo Area Foster Family Summer Fun!
DESCRIPTION:Foster Family Summer Fun! Joint Cowichan Valley and Nanaimo Area Event Tuesday\, July 28th\, 10:00am to 12:30pm Open to all Foster Families! Transfer Beach Park\, Captain Tristan de Konnick Way\, Ladysmith Come join us at Transfer Beach Park in Ladysmith for some summer fun! Fun\, Food\, Games\, and Crafts for the whole family! CFS has reserved the Sportsman Shelter\, a fantastic location near the washrooms\, water park\, and playground. Families are welcome to come anytime during this event. Please bring your own chairs or blankets for sitting plus swim gear and towels for those who want to get wet at the waterpark or in the ocean! BONUS: Hailey from the BCAA Child Passenger Safety Program will be available to answer any child passenger safety questions and check your car seats. Register here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/fz7k7qg
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/cowichan-valley-and-nanaimo-area-foster-family-summer-fun/
CATEGORIES:Central Island
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260819T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260819T150000
DTSTAMP:20260810T164942Z
CREATED:20260507T184154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T164942Z
UID:10000536-1787140800-1787151600@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:FREE Clothing Event for Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:FREE Clothing Event for Caregivers Wednesday\, August 19th\, 12:00 noon to 3:00pm Open to all Foster and Kinship Caregivers! Join the Cowichan Valley Foster Parents Local and Caring Families Society’s Coordinators for this fun event! Caregivers can enjoy a coffee/tea\, visit with other caregivers\, and look through an abundance of FREE gently-used clothing to take home for all the children in their families! Stop by anytime between 12:00 noon and 3:00pm! Event is located between Chemainus and Ladysmith (address is in the confirmation of registration email). This is an outdoor event and weather dependent. Caregivers register at: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/hdcdjmx/lp/4f5a5c44-f6bf-49e8-a1e3-6893897746c0
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/free-clothing-event-for-foster-caregivers/
CATEGORIES:Central Island
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260916T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260916T113000
DTSTAMP:20260910T171025Z
CREATED:20260910T171025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T171025Z
UID:10000555-1789551000-1789558200@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Foster Caregivers Mornings
DESCRIPTION:Cowichan Community Center\, Nitinat Room\, 2687 James Street Foster Caregivers Mornings resume in September after the summer break and are open to all foster caregivers. Join others who understand the unique challenges and rewards of fostering\, meet members of the Cowichan Valley Foster Parents Local\, and connect with other wonderful caregivers. Watch your email for more details. \nWednesday\, September 16th\, 9:30am to 11:30am \nWednesday\, October 21st\, 9:30am to 11:30am
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/foster-caregivers-mornings-4/2026-09-16/
CATEGORIES:Central Island
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260916T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260916T130000
DTSTAMP:20260914T215126Z
CREATED:20260914T215126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T215126Z
UID:10000576-1789560000-1789563600@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Virtual Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Fostering can be an incredibly rewarding experience. It can also be very challenging and frustrating at times\, and it is important to take the time to consider if it is right for you and your family at this time. \nPeople choose to become foster parents for many reasons\, but all share a love for children and the desire to help those in need without an expectation of receiving something in return. \n\n  \nRegister here: https://fosterhope.ca/events/
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/virtual-information-session/
CATEGORIES:Central Island,Island-Wide In Person,South Island,Upper Island,Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260917T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260917T113000
DTSTAMP:20260910T171304Z
CREATED:20260910T171304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T171304Z
UID:10000557-1789641000-1789644600@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Safe Babies Monthly Knowledge Exchange
DESCRIPTION:Safe Babies caregivers from across Vancouver Island are welcome to attend these monthly online learning and discussion sessions. The zoom link is available by emailing safebabies@fpsss.com . We hope you can join us! \nThursday\, September 17th\, 10:30am to 11:30am Topic: FASD – Working with Parents with Cognitive Challenges \nThursday\, October 15th\, 10:30am to 11:30am Topic: Sleep – Why it Matters and How to Get Some!
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/safe-babies-monthly-knowledge-exchange/2026-09-17/
CATEGORIES:Central Island,Island-Wide In Person,South Island,Upper Island,Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260922
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261007
DTSTAMP:20260910T172137Z
CREATED:20260910T172137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T172137Z
UID:10000559-1790035200-1791331199@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:How to Care Give During Times of Grief and Loss Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This recorded workshop is open to foster and kinship caregivers\, social workers\, and others connected to fostering. Originally offered in April 2025\, the workshop recording will be available for limited time viewing. Grief and loss are part of the fostering experience\, and caregivers may support multiple placements with complex needs\, making these challenges especially difficult. Presenter Ashleigh Martinflatt explores how caregivers can provide care during times of grief and loss\, with a focus on deaths related to overdose and suicide. Ashleigh is a registered social worker\, clinical counsellor\, and post-secondary instructor who teaches trauma\, child abuse\, and neglect in Social Work and Child and Youth Care degree programs. Registrants can access the recording anytime during the two-week period. \nTuesday\, September 22nd to Tuesday\, October 6th On Demand CLN \nRegister here: https://learn.fpsss.com/courses/2026replay-how-to-care-give-during-times-of-grief-and-loss/
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/how-to-care-give-during-times-of-grief-and-loss-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Central Island,Island-Wide In Person,South Island,Upper Island,Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260922T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260922T120000
DTSTAMP:20260910T172558Z
CREATED:20260910T172558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T172558Z
UID:10000560-1790071200-1790078400@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Creative Connections – Paint Party
DESCRIPTION:Each participant will receive a pre-printed canvas\, paints\, a palette\, brushes\, a disposable apron\, and an instruction sheet. \nNanaimo Area Coordinator Bonnie will offer painting tips\, ideas\, and support. \nParticipants will take home their masterpieces\, along with the paints\, brushes\, and palette they used during the event! \nAll supplies are provided! No previous art skills needed! \nOpen only to foster caregivers. Limited spaces available and registration required. \nREGISTER at: CREATIVE CONNECTIONS: Paint Party TREE \nTuesday\, September 22nd\, 10:00am to 12:00noon \nCaring Families Society Applecross Office \n#102-6421 Applecross Road\, Nanaimo
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/creative-connections-paint-party/
CATEGORIES:Central Island
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260923T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260923T193000
DTSTAMP:20260914T220316Z
CREATED:20260914T220316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T220316Z
UID:10000577-1790188200-1790191800@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Virtual Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Fostering can be an incredibly rewarding experience. It can also be very challenging and frustrating at times\, and it is important to take the time to consider if it is right for you and your family at this time. \nPeople choose to become foster parents for many reasons\, but all share a love for children and the desire to help those in need without an expectation of receiving something in return. \n\nRegister here: https://fosterhope.ca/events/
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/virtual-information-session-2/
CATEGORIES:Central Island,Island-Wide In Person,South Island,Upper Island,Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260928T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260928T203000
DTSTAMP:20260910T175439Z
CREATED:20260910T175439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T175439Z
UID:10000563-1790622000-1790627400@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:AgedOut.com Information Session
DESCRIPTION:For All CLN Members \nAgedOut.com Information Session \nMonday\, September 28th \n7:00pm to 8:30pm \nThis workshop introduces participants to AgedOut.com\, a provincial resource platform developed by the Belonging Network in partnership with the Ministry of Children and Family Development for youth in and from government care in BC (ages 14–25). Attendees will learn how to set up an account\, navigate the site’s information\, complete interactive learning modules (“Quests”)\, and access Real World Perks earned through site engagement. \nRegister here: https://learn.fpsss.com/courses/agedout/
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/agedout-com-information-session/
CATEGORIES:Central Island,Island-Wide In Person,South Island,Upper Island,Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260929T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260929T203000
DTSTAMP:20260910T173540Z
CREATED:20260910T173540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T173540Z
UID:10000561-1790706600-1790713800@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Cowichan Valley Foster Parents Local Dinner & AGM
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday September 29th 6:30pm to 8:30pm \n2739 James Street\, Duncan \nKidz Co #2  \nCVFP Local wishes to invite all new and seasoned foster caregivers to attend this event! \nThe Cowichan Valley Foster Parents Local uplifts\, inspires\, and supports foster caregivers and foster families. \nCome celebrate incredible local foster caregivers and help build a strong\, connected\, resourceful fostering community. \n Fun! Food! Door Prizes! \nAll positions will be open for nominations. \nPlease consider how you can help your Local to continue to thrive. \nPlease register at: Cowichan Valley Foster Parents Local Dinner and AGM \nWant to learn more about the CVFP Local or how you can help? Please email cvfplocal@gamil.com.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/cowichan-valley-foster-parents-local-dinner-agm/
CATEGORIES:Central Island
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261002T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261002T113000
DTSTAMP:20260910T175215Z
CREATED:20260910T175215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T175215Z
UID:10000562-1790933400-1790940600@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Building Strong Relationships Workshop
DESCRIPTION:For All CLN Members \nBuilding Strong Relationships \nFriday\, October 2nd \n9:30am to 11:30am \nStrong relationships can help children and youth in care feel safe\, understood\, and supported. This workshop brings together foster parents\, kinship and out-of-care caregivers\, and professionals to explore practical ways to build trust\, improve communication\, and work together to help children and youth in care thrive. \nRegister here: https://learn.fpsss.com/training/bsrfyic/2026-10-02/
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/building-strong-relationships-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Central Island,Island-Wide In Person,South Island,Upper Island,Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261007T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261007T193000
DTSTAMP:20260914T221152Z
CREATED:20260914T221152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T221152Z
UID:10000579-1791397800-1791401400@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Virtual Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Fostering can be an incredibly rewarding experience. It can also be very challenging and frustrating at times\, and it is important to take the time to consider if it is right for you and your family at this time. \nPeople choose to become foster parents for many reasons\, but all share a love for children and the desire to help those in need without an expectation of receiving something in return. \n\nRegister here: https://fosterhope.ca/events/
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/virtual-information-session-4/
CATEGORIES:Central Island,Island-Wide In Person,South Island,Upper Island,Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261013T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261013T140000
DTSTAMP:20260910T175602Z
CREATED:20260910T175602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T175602Z
UID:10000564-1791894600-1791900000@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Circle of Security Parenting Program
DESCRIPTION:For Foster Caregivers \nCircle of Security Parenting Program \nTuesday Afternoons\, October 13th to December 1st from 12:30 pm to 2:00 pm \nLearn to better understand your child’s emotional world by learning to read the emotional needs. Support your child’s ability to successfully manage emotions. Enhance the development of your child’s self esteem and honor your innate wisdom and desire for your child to be secure. \nRegister here: https://learn.fpsss.com/training/cospfc2026/2026-10-13/
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/circle-of-security-parenting-program-2/
CATEGORIES:Central Island,Island-Wide In Person,South Island,Upper Island,Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261014T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261014T130000
DTSTAMP:20260914T221545Z
CREATED:20260914T221545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T221545Z
UID:10000580-1791979200-1791982800@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Virtual Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Fostering can be an incredibly rewarding experience. It can also be very challenging and frustrating at times\, and it is important to take the time to consider if it is right for you and your family at this time. \nPeople choose to become foster parents for many reasons\, but all share a love for children and the desire to help those in need without an expectation of receiving something in return. \n\nRegister here: https://fosterhope.ca/events/
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/virtual-information-session-5/
CATEGORIES:Central Island,Island-Wide In Person,South Island,Upper Island,Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261015T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261015T113000
DTSTAMP:20260910T171304Z
CREATED:20260910T171304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T171304Z
UID:10000558-1792060200-1792063800@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Safe Babies Monthly Knowledge Exchange
DESCRIPTION:Safe Babies caregivers from across Vancouver Island are welcome to attend these monthly online learning and discussion sessions. The zoom link is available by emailing safebabies@fpsss.com . We hope you can join us! \nThursday\, September 17th\, 10:30am to 11:30am Topic: FASD – Working with Parents with Cognitive Challenges \nThursday\, October 15th\, 10:30am to 11:30am Topic: Sleep – Why it Matters and How to Get Some!
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/safe-babies-monthly-knowledge-exchange/2026-10-15/
CATEGORIES:Central Island,Island-Wide In Person,South Island,Upper Island,Virtual
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