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SUMMARY:Wellness Night for Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, October 8th\, 6:00pm to 9:00pm Crafting a Keepsake CFS Office\, 145-735 Goldstream Avenue This is an in-person event. SIFPA and CFS are happy to be hosting a wellness night for our wonderful caregivers. This session we will be crafting a keepsake to honour our children and youth. More information to follow\, keep a look out in your email box or our SI Facebook group.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/wellness-night-for-caregivers/
CATEGORIES:South Island
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261013T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261013T120000
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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\, October 13th\, 9:00am to 12:00 noon
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/caregiver-in-person-coffee-mornings-4/
CATEGORIES:South Island
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261013T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261013T140000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261015T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261015T113000
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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/2026-10-15/
CATEGORIES:Central Island,Island-Wide In Person,South Island,Upper Island,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261019T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261019T113000
DTSTAMP:20260910T180423Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T180423Z
UID:10000565-1792402200-1792409400@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Business Side of Fostering
DESCRIPTION:For Foster Caregivers and Social Workers \nBusiness Side of Fostering \nMonday Mornings \nOctober 19th and 26th \n9:30am to 11:30am \nDo you want to understand your role\, responsibilities and rights (from a business perspective)? Then this 4 hour course is for you! \nYou must attend BOTH sessions in order to obtain a certificate. \nRegister here: https://learn.fpsss.com/training/bsfoctmon/2026-10-19/
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/business-side-of-fostering/
CATEGORIES:Central Island,Island-Wide In Person,South Island,Upper Island,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261019T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261019T133000
DTSTAMP:20260910T170718Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T170718Z
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SUMMARY:Investigation and Resolution Support Worker Program Training and Refresher (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Caring Families Society is currently looking for volunteers to join our Investigation and Resolution Support team. Investigation and Resolution Support Workers provide support to foster caregivers who are involved in a Quality-of-Care Review\, Family Care Home Investigation\, or engaged in a serious dispute with Ministry staff. This is a great refresher course too. You must attend both training sessions to complete the training. Contact Dianne for more information at sicoord@fpsss.com\, 778-430-5459\, or cell 236-562-7921. Registration email to be out shortly. \nFacilitated by Ros Pringle Monday\, October 19th\, 9:30am to 1:30pm Wednesday\, October 21st\, 9:30am to 1:30pm Open to Vancouver Island Caregivers.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/investigation-and-resolution-support-worker-program-training-and-refresher-virtual/2026-10-19/
CATEGORIES:Central Island,Island-Wide In Person,South Island,Upper Island,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261021T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261021T133000
DTSTAMP:20260910T170718Z
CREATED:20260910T170718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T170718Z
UID:10000554-1792575000-1792589400@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Investigation and Resolution Support Worker Program Training and Refresher (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Caring Families Society is currently looking for volunteers to join our Investigation and Resolution Support team. Investigation and Resolution Support Workers provide support to foster caregivers who are involved in a Quality-of-Care Review\, Family Care Home Investigation\, or engaged in a serious dispute with Ministry staff. This is a great refresher course too. You must attend both training sessions to complete the training. Contact Dianne for more information at sicoord@fpsss.com\, 778-430-5459\, or cell 236-562-7921. Registration email to be out shortly. \nFacilitated by Ros Pringle Monday\, October 19th\, 9:30am to 1:30pm Wednesday\, October 21st\, 9:30am to 1:30pm Open to Vancouver Island Caregivers.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/investigation-and-resolution-support-worker-program-training-and-refresher-virtual/2026-10-21/
CATEGORIES:Central Island,Island-Wide In Person,South Island,Upper Island,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261022T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261022T113000
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UID:10000566-1792661400-1792668600@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Business Side of Fostering
DESCRIPTION:For Foster Caregivers and Social Workers \nBusiness Side of Fostering \nThursday Mornings \nOctober 22nd and 29th \n9:30am to 11:30am \nDo you want to understand your role\, responsibilities and rights (from a business perspective)? Then this 4 hour course is for you! You must attend BOTH sessions in order to obtain a certificate. \nRegister here: https://learn.fpsss.com/training/bsfoctthurs/2026-10-22/
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/business-side-of-fostering-2/
CATEGORIES:Central Island,Island-Wide In Person,South Island,Upper Island,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261022T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261022T130000
DTSTAMP:20250925T170604Z
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UID:10000401-1792666800-1792674000@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-2/2026-10-22/
CATEGORIES:South Island
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