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SUMMARY:Caregiver In-Person Coffee Mornings
DESCRIPTION:Hang out in a warm\, welcoming space made for everyone. It’s the perfect spot to connect with caregivers and friends\, swap stories\, share tips\, and enjoy a few laughs. Kids can dive into treats and playtime\, and yes – there are goodies for grown-ups too! Grab a cup\, settle in\, and enjoy a cozy morning with good company. September 15th will be at a park\, weather permitting. Watch your emails or check the SI Facebook group for which park. Please R.S.V.P. to slcase@shaw.ca. \nTuesday\, September 15th\, 9:00am to 12:00 noon (Park Day?) \nTuesday\, September 29th\, 9:00am to 12:00 noon \nTuesday\, October 13th\, 9:00am to 12:00 noon
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/caregiver-in-person-coffee-mornings-2/
CATEGORIES:South Island
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260916T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260916T130000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260917T103000
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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
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260922
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261007
DTSTAMP:20260910T172137Z
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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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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260924T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260924T130000
DTSTAMP:20250925T170604Z
CREATED:20250925T170604Z
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UID:10000400-1790247600-1790254800@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Safe Babies Meetings
DESCRIPTION:Safe Babies Meetings Thursday\, September 25th\, 11:00am to 1:00pm Thursday\, October 23rd\, 11:00am to 1:00pm Safe Babies caregivers meet with Angela Hatch to connect\, support one another\, and discuss information pertaining to the issues and care of vulnerable infants. They cover new protocols for homes and updated information. Guest speakers are often invited.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/safe-babies-meetings-2/2026-09-24/
CATEGORIES:South Island
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260924T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260924T203000
DTSTAMP:20260910T163811Z
CREATED:20260910T163811Z
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UID:10000548-1790274600-1790281800@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Fostering 101
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, September 24th\, 6:30pm to 8:30pm\, Topic: Grief and Loss CFS Society Office\, 145-735 Goldstream Avenue This is an in-person event. For this first session\, we will explore Grief and Loss through our own lived experience and group discussion. Grief and loss are experiences that touch us all\, whether personally or in our work as caregivers. Throughout the year\, we’ll be exploring Ministry standards in greater depth through discussions\, lived experience\, and possibly a few guest speakers. If you think you’ll be attending\, please email Dianne at sicoord@fpsss.com so we can plan snacks accordingly. If you’re not sure yet\, no worries\, drop-ins are always welcome. Come for the snacks\, stay for the facts!
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/fostering-101/
CATEGORIES:South Island
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260928T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260928T203000
DTSTAMP:20260910T175439Z
CREATED:20260910T175439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T175439Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260929T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260929T120000
DTSTAMP:20260910T164435Z
CREATED:20260910T164435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T164435Z
UID:10000550-1790672400-1790683200@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Caregiver In-Person Coffee Mornings
DESCRIPTION:Hang out in a warm\, welcoming space made for everyone. It’s the perfect spot to connect with caregivers and friends\, swap stories\, share tips\, and enjoy a few laughs. Kids can dive into treats and playtime\, and yes – there are goodies for grown-ups too! Grab a cup\, settle in\, and enjoy a cozy morning with good company. September 15th will be at a park\, weather permitting. Watch your emails or check the SI Facebook group for which park. Please R.S.V.P. to slcase@shaw.ca. \nTuesday\, September 29th\, 9:00am to 12:00 noon \nTuesday\, October 13th\, 9:00am to 12:00 noon
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/caregiver-in-person-coffee-mornings-3/
CATEGORIES:South Island
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