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SUMMARY:Foster Caregiver/MCFD Partnership Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Foster Caregiver/MCFD Partnership Meeting \nTuesday\, March 10th\, 9:30am to 10:30am \nMCFD Boardroom\, 1334 Island Hwy \n(Second Tuesday of every second month) \nAll foster caregivers\, MCFD social workers\, C&Y Mental Health staff \nand foster support staff are invited. Caregivers are encouraged to take \nthis hour and share your fostering concerns\, learn about MCFD \nupdates\, and discuss local fostering trends. Contact co-chairs\, Tom \nRobinson at sunrisestart@hotmail.com or Ashley at \nAshleyVisser@gov.bc.ca for more information or to suggest a \ndiscussion topic.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/foster-caregiver-mcfd-partnership-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Upper Island
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260309T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260309T103000
DTSTAMP:20260703T055412
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SUMMARY:Creative Support Group for Foster Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Creative Support Group for Foster Caregivers \nMonday\, March 9th\, 9:00am to 10:30am \nCR Family Services Art Room\, 487-10th Avenue \n(Third Monday of the month) \nThe Resource Enhancement Counsellor team hope this will become a \nmonthly space for caregivers to mindfully connect and relax through \nart making. All foster caregivers are welcomed\, no art experience \nrequired. Art materials are supplied\, no need to bring your own. More \ndetails? Contact Lindsy at lindsy.creeden@crfs.ca.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/creative-support-group-for-foster-caregivers/
CATEGORIES:Upper Island
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260212T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260212T130000
DTSTAMP:20260703T055412
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T172251Z
UID:10000438-1770895800-1770901200@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn: Campbell River
DESCRIPTION:Lunch and Learn Thursday\, September 11th\, 11:30am to 1:00pm Thursday\, October 9th\, 11:30am to 1:00pm CR Family Services\, Conference room\, 487-10th Avenue (2nd Thursday of the month) All foster caregivers are welcome. This is your space for connecting with peers\, building community\, and sharing practical learnings for coping with the stresses of being a public parent. Bring your lunch or join us for the light refreshments supplied. Watch your emails for updates about discussion topics. Contact Lindsy or Judy for more information.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/lunch-and-learn-campbell-river/2026-02-12/
CATEGORIES:Upper Island
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260108T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260108T130000
DTSTAMP:20260703T055412
CREATED:20250925T172251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T172251Z
UID:10000437-1767871800-1767877200@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn: Campbell River
DESCRIPTION:Lunch and Learn Thursday\, September 11th\, 11:30am to 1:00pm Thursday\, October 9th\, 11:30am to 1:00pm CR Family Services\, Conference room\, 487-10th Avenue (2nd Thursday of the month) All foster caregivers are welcome. This is your space for connecting with peers\, building community\, and sharing practical learnings for coping with the stresses of being a public parent. Bring your lunch or join us for the light refreshments supplied. Watch your emails for updates about discussion topics. Contact Lindsy or Judy for more information.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/lunch-and-learn-campbell-river/2026-01-08/
CATEGORIES:Upper Island
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251211T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251211T130000
DTSTAMP:20260703T055412
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T204059Z
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SUMMARY:Caregiver Lunch and Learn
DESCRIPTION:Caregiver Lunch and Learn Campbell River \nThursday\, November 13th\, 11:30am to 1:00pm  \nNote Venue: MCFD Office\, meeting room\, 1334 Island Hwy  \nTopic: Drug Awareness  \nThursday\, December 11th\, 11:30am to 1:00pm  \nCR Family Services\, room to be announced  \nTopic: Holiday potluck and gift exchange\, details to be announced.  \nAll foster caregivers welcome! This is your space to connect with peers\, build community\, and engage with practical learnings. Sheena’s November session at the MCFD office will update our community on toxic drugs\, naloxone training\, and provide time for Q and A. Bring your lunch or join us for the light refreshments supplied. Watch your emails for updates about our December Holiday gathering. Contact Lindsy or Judy for more information.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/caregiver-lunch-and-learn-2/2025-12-11/
CATEGORIES:Upper Island
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251211T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251211T130000
DTSTAMP:20260703T055412
CREATED:20250925T172251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T172251Z
UID:10000436-1765452600-1765458000@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn: Campbell River
DESCRIPTION:Lunch and Learn Thursday\, September 11th\, 11:30am to 1:00pm Thursday\, October 9th\, 11:30am to 1:00pm CR Family Services\, Conference room\, 487-10th Avenue (2nd Thursday of the month) All foster caregivers are welcome. This is your space for connecting with peers\, building community\, and sharing practical learnings for coping with the stresses of being a public parent. Bring your lunch or join us for the light refreshments supplied. Watch your emails for updates about discussion topics. Contact Lindsy or Judy for more information.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/lunch-and-learn-campbell-river/2025-12-11/
CATEGORIES:Upper Island
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251211T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251211T113000
DTSTAMP:20260703T055412
CREATED:20251030T203554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T203554Z
UID:10000486-1765449000-1765452600@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Comox Valley Safe Babies Group
DESCRIPTION:Comox Valley Safe Babies Group  \nThursday\, November 20th\, 10:30 to 11:30am  \nThursday\, December 11th\, 10:30 to 11:30am  \nIn-person at The Foundry Multipurpose Room 575 10th Street  \nPlease note the changes for this year’s gatherings. This year we will be meeting at the Foundry and spending the first half connecting with the Safe Babies Island Wide Knowledge Exchange. These gatherings feature discussions to keep your caregiving skills current and an opportunity to “check in” with fellow caregivers! Experienced caregivers and a MCFD Resource Worker are always in attendance. Please arrive a few minutes early as we will get started right on time. Cannot make the meeting in person? Reach out to Jessica for the zoom link at cvcoord@fpsss.com.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/comox-valley-safe-babies-group-4/2025-12-11/
CATEGORIES:Upper Island
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251125T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251125T110000
DTSTAMP:20260703T055412
CREATED:20251030T204235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T204235Z
UID:10000491-1764064800-1764068400@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Foster Caregiver In-person Coffee Meeting Campbell River
DESCRIPTION:Foster Caregiver In-person Coffee Meeting Campbell River \nTuesday\, November 25th\, 10:00am to 11:30am \nHost Tom Robinson \nNo December meeting. Instead\, join us for the December 7th Foster Family Holiday Party \nYour CR Foster Parent Association welcomes all foster parents to attend \ntheir casual Round the Kitchen Table gatherings which they host in \nmembers’ homes. The group offers confidential discussion and practical \ntips from experienced caregivers to help you support the child or teen \nin your care. For information including Tom’s address\, please watch \nyour inbox\, or contact Judy at (text/call) 250-204-1566 or \nuicoord@fpsss.com.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/foster-caregiver-in-person-coffee-meeting-campbell-river/
CATEGORIES:Upper Island
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251120T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251120T113000
DTSTAMP:20260703T055412
CREATED:20251030T203554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T203554Z
UID:10000485-1763634600-1763638200@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Comox Valley Safe Babies Group
DESCRIPTION:Comox Valley Safe Babies Group  \nThursday\, November 20th\, 10:30 to 11:30am  \nThursday\, December 11th\, 10:30 to 11:30am  \nIn-person at The Foundry Multipurpose Room 575 10th Street  \nPlease note the changes for this year’s gatherings. This year we will be meeting at the Foundry and spending the first half connecting with the Safe Babies Island Wide Knowledge Exchange. These gatherings feature discussions to keep your caregiving skills current and an opportunity to “check in” with fellow caregivers! Experienced caregivers and a MCFD Resource Worker are always in attendance. Please arrive a few minutes early as we will get started right on time. Cannot make the meeting in person? Reach out to Jessica for the zoom link at cvcoord@fpsss.com.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/comox-valley-safe-babies-group-4/2025-11-20/
CATEGORIES:Upper Island
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251113T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251113T130000
DTSTAMP:20260703T055412
CREATED:20251030T204059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T204059Z
UID:10000489-1763033400-1763038800@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Caregiver Lunch and Learn
DESCRIPTION:Caregiver Lunch and Learn Campbell River \nThursday\, November 13th\, 11:30am to 1:00pm  \nNote Venue: MCFD Office\, meeting room\, 1334 Island Hwy  \nTopic: Drug Awareness  \nThursday\, December 11th\, 11:30am to 1:00pm  \nCR Family Services\, room to be announced  \nTopic: Holiday potluck and gift exchange\, details to be announced.  \nAll foster caregivers welcome! This is your space to connect with peers\, build community\, and engage with practical learnings. Sheena’s November session at the MCFD office will update our community on toxic drugs\, naloxone training\, and provide time for Q and A. Bring your lunch or join us for the light refreshments supplied. Watch your emails for updates about our December Holiday gathering. Contact Lindsy or Judy for more information.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/caregiver-lunch-and-learn-2/2025-11-13/
CATEGORIES:Upper Island
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251113T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251113T130000
DTSTAMP:20260703T055412
CREATED:20250925T172251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T172251Z
UID:10000435-1763033400-1763038800@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn: Campbell River
DESCRIPTION:Lunch and Learn Thursday\, September 11th\, 11:30am to 1:00pm Thursday\, October 9th\, 11:30am to 1:00pm CR Family Services\, Conference room\, 487-10th Avenue (2nd Thursday of the month) All foster caregivers are welcome. This is your space for connecting with peers\, building community\, and sharing practical learnings for coping with the stresses of being a public parent. Bring your lunch or join us for the light refreshments supplied. Watch your emails for updates about discussion topics. Contact Lindsy or Judy for more information.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/lunch-and-learn-campbell-river/2025-11-13/
CATEGORIES:Upper Island
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251031T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251031T160000
DTSTAMP:20260703T055412
CREATED:20250925T172732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T172732Z
UID:10000451-1761901200-1761926400@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:MCFD Annual Halloween Extravaganza
DESCRIPTION:Campbell River MCFD Annual Halloween Extravaganza To be confirmed: Friday\, October 31st\, drop-in is usually between 9:00am to 12:00 noon and 1:00pm to 4:00pm Watch for location and other details from the MCFD organizers of this annual event.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/mcfd-annual-halloween-extravaganza/
CATEGORIES:Upper Island
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251028T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251028T113000
DTSTAMP:20260703T055412
CREATED:20250925T172524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T172524Z
UID:10000449-1761645600-1761651000@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Campbell River Foster Caregiver In-person Coffee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Campbell River Foster Caregiver In-person Coffee Meeting Tuesday\, September 23rd\, 10:00am to 11:30am Tuesday\, October 28th\, 10:00am to 11:30am Host Tom Robinson (4th Tuesday of the month) Your CR Foster Parent Association welcomes all foster caregivers to attend their casual round the kitchen table gatherings which they host in members’ homes. The group offers confidential discussion and practical tips from experienced caregivers to help you support the child or teen in your care. For information including the address\, please watch your inbox\, or contact Judy at (text/call) 250-204-1566 or uicoord@fpsss.com.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/campbell-river-foster-caregiver-in-person-coffee-meeting/2025-10-28/
CATEGORIES:Upper Island
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251024
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251025
DTSTAMP:20260703T055412
CREATED:20250925T172623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T204829Z
UID:10000450-1761264000-1761350399@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Pumpkin Fest: Campbell River & Comox Valley
DESCRIPTION:Pumpkin Fest for Comox Valley and Campbell River foster families \nProvincial Pro-D\, Friday October 24th \nCoastal Black Estates\, 2186 Endall Rd\, Black Creek https://coastalblack.ca/ \nSign in between 12noon and 1:30pm with CFS staff at ticket area to cover fee. \nThis is a rain or shine event. Dress for the weather. \nPlease Register including the number of 3 years old \nand up in your group by Friday\, October 17th with \nCampbell River: Heather Murphy at text 250-203-7116 \nor heathermur54@icloud.com \nComox Valley: Jessica Humphries at text 250-986-7929 \nor cvcoord@fpsss.com \n  \nIncluded with the entrance ticket: \nVancouver Island’s only Jumping Pillow \nCorn Maze & Hay Bale Maze \nVisit Barnyard Animals including BCs only miniature micro highland cow ‘Strawberry Shortcake’ \nPlay festive games: Pumpkin Bowling & Ringtoss \nTake a Wagon Ride \nTry Pumpkin TicTacToe \nMini Western Village \nMeet the O’Lantern Family and read their story \nGreat Photo Ops \nFamilies can purchase: \nPick your Pumpkins \nCorn Cannons (shoot corn at targets in our sunflower/corn field) \nCountry Kitchen (Food & Beverages) \nFireside Cafe (Food/Snacks/Desserts/Beverages) New Specialty Coffee Machine \nWine & Cider Garden \nSwag & Honey \nPumpkin Fairy Village Scavenger Hunt
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/pro-d-day-foster-family-fun-campbell-river/
CATEGORIES:Upper Island
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251016T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251016T113000
DTSTAMP:20260703T055412
CREATED:20250925T172100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T172100Z
UID:10000432-1760610600-1760614200@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Comox Valley Safe Babies Group
DESCRIPTION:Comox Valley Safe Babies Group Thursday\, September 18th\, 10:30 to 11:30am Thursday\, October 16th\, 10:30 to 11:30am In-person at The Foundry Multipurpose Room 575 10th Street\, Courtenay Please note the changes for this year’s gatherings. We will meet at the foundry and spend the first half connecting with the Safe Babies Island Wide Knowledge exchange. These gatherings feature discussions to keep your caregiving skills current and an opportunity to “check in” with fellow caregivers! Experienced caregivers and MCFD Resource Worker are always in attendance. Please arrive a few minutes early as we will get started right on time.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/comox-valley-safe-babies-group-3/2025-10-16/
CATEGORIES:Upper Island
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251009T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251009T130000
DTSTAMP:20260703T055412
CREATED:20250925T172251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T172251Z
UID:10000434-1760009400-1760014800@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn: Campbell River
DESCRIPTION:Lunch and Learn Thursday\, September 11th\, 11:30am to 1:00pm Thursday\, October 9th\, 11:30am to 1:00pm CR Family Services\, Conference room\, 487-10th Avenue (2nd Thursday of the month) All foster caregivers are welcome. This is your space for connecting with peers\, building community\, and sharing practical learnings for coping with the stresses of being a public parent. Bring your lunch or join us for the light refreshments supplied. Watch your emails for updates about discussion topics. Contact Lindsy or Judy for more information.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/lunch-and-learn-campbell-river/2025-10-09/
CATEGORIES:Upper Island
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250923T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250923T113000
DTSTAMP:20260703T055412
CREATED:20250925T172524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T172524Z
UID:10000448-1758621600-1758627000@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Campbell River Foster Caregiver In-person Coffee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Campbell River Foster Caregiver In-person Coffee Meeting Tuesday\, September 23rd\, 10:00am to 11:30am Tuesday\, October 28th\, 10:00am to 11:30am Host Tom Robinson (4th Tuesday of the month) Your CR Foster Parent Association welcomes all foster caregivers to attend their casual round the kitchen table gatherings which they host in members’ homes. The group offers confidential discussion and practical tips from experienced caregivers to help you support the child or teen in your care. For information including the address\, please watch your inbox\, or contact Judy at (text/call) 250-204-1566 or uicoord@fpsss.com.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/campbell-river-foster-caregiver-in-person-coffee-meeting/2025-09-23/
CATEGORIES:Upper Island
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250919T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250919T170000
DTSTAMP:20260703T055412
CREATED:20250925T171952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T171952Z
UID:10000430-1758294000-1758301200@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Orange Shirt Day: Stories and Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Orange Shirt Day\, Stories and Gathering Friday\, September 19th\, 3:00pm to 5:00pm Courtenay Library\, 300 6th Street\, Courtenay In honour of Orange Shirt Day\, we will be gathering to share food\, stories\, and learning. We welcome families in this afterschool learning to take part in an orange shirt day story walk\, make an orange shirt pin\, share food\, and learn about this important day together. This event will have options for all ages and provide an opportunity for families to sign up for library cards. Stay tuned for final details and poster.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/orange-shirt-day-stories-and-gathering/
CATEGORIES:Upper Island
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250918T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250918T113000
DTSTAMP:20260703T055412
CREATED:20250925T172100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T172100Z
UID:10000431-1758191400-1758195000@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Comox Valley Safe Babies Group
DESCRIPTION:Comox Valley Safe Babies Group Thursday\, September 18th\, 10:30 to 11:30am Thursday\, October 16th\, 10:30 to 11:30am In-person at The Foundry Multipurpose Room 575 10th Street\, Courtenay Please note the changes for this year’s gatherings. We will meet at the foundry and spend the first half connecting with the Safe Babies Island Wide Knowledge exchange. These gatherings feature discussions to keep your caregiving skills current and an opportunity to “check in” with fellow caregivers! Experienced caregivers and MCFD Resource Worker are always in attendance. Please arrive a few minutes early as we will get started right on time.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/comox-valley-safe-babies-group-3/2025-09-18/
CATEGORIES:Upper Island
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250918T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250918T113000
DTSTAMP:20260703T055412
CREATED:20250925T172405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T172405Z
UID:10000447-1758189600-1758195000@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Safe Babies Caregiver Meeting and Knowledge Exchange
DESCRIPTION:Campbell River Safe Babies Caregiver Meeting and Knowledge Exchange Thursday\, September 18th\, 10:15am to 11:30am Topic FASD Thursday\, October 16th\, 10:15am to 11:30am Topic Infectious diseases/conditions CR Family Services Board room\, 487-10th Avenue – note new room! (3rd Thursday of the month) This is a hybrid event. Join in person at CRFS or online via the Zoom link found in on Caregiver Learning Network. Sign in using this link and following the prompts https://learn.fpsss.com/courses/vi-sb-monthly/ For more information about our meetings\, contact Judy at uicoord@fpsss.com.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/safe-babies-caregiver-meeting-and-knowledge-exchange/
CATEGORIES:Upper Island
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250911T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250911T130000
DTSTAMP:20260703T055412
CREATED:20250925T172251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T172251Z
UID:10000433-1757590200-1757595600@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn: Campbell River
DESCRIPTION:Lunch and Learn Thursday\, September 11th\, 11:30am to 1:00pm Thursday\, October 9th\, 11:30am to 1:00pm CR Family Services\, Conference room\, 487-10th Avenue (2nd Thursday of the month) All foster caregivers are welcome. This is your space for connecting with peers\, building community\, and sharing practical learnings for coping with the stresses of being a public parent. Bring your lunch or join us for the light refreshments supplied. Watch your emails for updates about discussion topics. Contact Lindsy or Judy for more information.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/lunch-and-learn-campbell-river/2025-09-11/
CATEGORIES:Upper Island
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250612T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250612T180000
DTSTAMP:20260703T055412
CREATED:20250605T204323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T204453Z
UID:10000140-1749740400-1749751200@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Campbell River Splash Park
DESCRIPTION:Foster Family Wrap-up at Splash Park (Weather Permitting) Thursday\, June 12th\, meet around 3:00pm Sportsplex 1800 South Alder Street\, near Penfield Road Everyone welcome! Open to ALL foster caregivers. Please bring the kiddos (or come on your own)\, hats and towels\, lawn chairs\, and snacks\, and join us at the Willow Point Splash Park (weather permitting). Hosts will be on site with light refreshments. There is no charge to access the park. Washroom\, change rooms and playpark nearby. This is a drop in event\, no RSVP needed.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/campbell-river-splash/
CATEGORIES:Upper Island
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250610T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250610T103000
DTSTAMP:20260703T055412
CREATED:20250605T204705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T204705Z
UID:10000141-1749547800-1749551400@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Campbell River Foster Parent/MCFD Partnership Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Foster Parent/MCFD Partnership Meeting Tuesday\, June 10th\, 9:30am to 10:30am (to be confirmed) MCFD Boardroom 1334 Island Hwy This is our last partnership meeting until autumn. All foster parents\, MCFD social workers\, C&Y Mental Health staff and foster support staff invited. Share your fostering concerns\, learn about MCFD updates\, and discuss local fostering trends. Contact co-chairs\, Tom Robinson at sunrisestart@hotmail.com or Ashley at AshleyVisser@gov.bc.ca for more information or to suggest a discussion topic.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/campbell-river-foster-parent-mcfd-partnership-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Upper Island
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250425T110000
DTSTAMP:20260703T055412
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SUMMARY:Comox Valley Safe Babies Group
DESCRIPTION:Comox Valley Safe Babies Group No meeting due to March Break Friday\, April 25th\, 10:00am to 11:00am In-person\, Comox Valley Family Services Association\, 1415 Cliffe Avenue\, Courtenay (4thThursday of the month) These gatherings feature discussions to keep your caregiving skills current and an opportunity to “check in” with fellow caregivers! Experienced caregivers and MCFD Resource Worker are always in attendance. Little ones are welcome to attend with caregivers. An email will go out the week before with our discussion topic if there is a guest speaker.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/comox-valley-safe-babies-group-2/
CATEGORIES:Upper Island
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250422T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250422T113000
DTSTAMP:20260703T055412
CREATED:20250305T175829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T175829Z
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SUMMARY:Upper Island Foster Caregivers’ In-person Coffee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Foster Caregivers’ In-person Coffee Meeting \nMarch\, No meeting (Spring Break) \nTuesday\, April 22nd\, 10:00am to 11:30am \nHost: Tom Robinson (4th Tuesday of the month) Your CR Foster Parent Association welcomes all foster caregivers to attend their casual round the kitchen table gatherings which they host in members’ homes. The group offers confidential discussion and practical tips from experienced caregivers to help you support the child or teen in your care. For information including the address\, please watch your inbox\, or contact Judy at (text/call) 250-204-1566 or uicoord@fpsss.com.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/upper-island-foster-caregivers-in-person-coffee-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Upper Island
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250414T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250414T130000
DTSTAMP:20260703T055412
CREATED:20250305T175149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T175149Z
UID:10000115-1744632000-1744635600@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Comox Valley Foster Caregiver/MCFD Partnership Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Comox Valley Foster Caregiver/MCFD Partnership Meeting Lunch and Learn Monday\, April 14th\, 12:00 noon to 1:00pm Topic: Levels Assessment Process In person\, The Foundry Boardroom 575 10th Street Join us for lunch and learning. Our April partnership lunch and learn topic will be the Levels Assessment process with Resources Team Lead Shawna Stevenson. Please send questions ahead of time to cvcoord@fpsss.com.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/comox-valley-foster-caregiver-mcfd-partnership-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Upper Island
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250408T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250408T103000
DTSTAMP:20260703T055412
CREATED:20250305T175712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T175712Z
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SUMMARY:Upper Island Foster Caregiver/MCFD Partnership Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Foster Caregiver/MCFD Partnership Meeting Tuesday\, April 8th\, 9:30am to 10:30am MCFD Boardroom\, 1334 Island Hwy (2nd Tuesday every second month) All foster parents\, MCFD social workers\, C&Y Mental Health Staff\, and Foster Support staff invited. Share your fostering concerns\, learn about MCFD updates\, and discuss local fostering trends. Contact co-chairs\, Tom Robinson at sunrisestart@hotmail.com or Ashley Visser at ashley.visser@gov.bc.ca for more information or to suggest a discussion topic.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/upper-island-foster-caregiver-mcfd-partnership-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Upper Island
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250228T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250228T110000
DTSTAMP:20260703T055412
CREATED:20241221T005827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241221T005827Z
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SUMMARY:Comox Valley Safe Babies Group
DESCRIPTION:Comox Valley Safe Babies Group  \nFriday\, January 24th\, 10:00am to 11:00am  \nFriday\, February 28th\, 10:00am to 11:00am  \nIn-person at 1415 Cliffe Avenue  \n(4th Friday of the month) \nThese gatherings feature discussions to keep your caregiving skills current and an opportunity to “check in” with fellow caregivers! Experienced caregivers and MCFD Resource Worker are always in attendance. Little ones are welcome to attend with caregivers. An email will go out the week before with our discussion topic.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/comox-valley-safe-babies-group/2025-02-28/
LOCATION:Comox Valley Family Services Association\, 1415 Cliffe Avenue\, Comox\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Upper Island
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250225T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250225T113000
DTSTAMP:20260703T055412
CREATED:20241221T005158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241221T005158Z
UID:10000042-1740477600-1740483000@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Foster Caregivers’ In-person Coffee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Foster Caregivers’ In-person Coffee Meeting  \nTuesday\, January 28th\, 10:00am to 11:30am  \nTuesday\, February 25th\, 10:00am to 11:30am  \nHost: Tom Robinson  \n(4th Tuesday of the month) \nYour CR Foster Parent Association welcomes all foster parents to attend their casual round the kitchen table gatherings which they host in members’ homes. The group offers confidential discussion and practical tips from experienced caregivers to help you support the child or teen in your care. For information including the address\, please watch your inbox\, or contact Judy at (text/call) 250-204-1566 or uicoord@fpsss.com.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/foster-caregivers-in-person-coffee-meeting/2025-02-25/
CATEGORIES:Upper Island
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250213T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250213T133000
DTSTAMP:20260703T055412
CREATED:20241221T010320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241221T010320Z
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SUMMARY:Caregiver Lunch and Learn
DESCRIPTION:Caregiver Lunch and Learn  \nThursday\, February 13th\, 11:30am to 1:30pm  \nCR Family Services\, conference room\, 487-10th Avenue  \nTopic: to be announced  \n(Thursday once/month) \nAll foster caregivers are welcomed. We host the gathering over the noon hour in hopes that more of our caregivers can drop in. This is your space for connecting with peers\, building community\, and sharing practical learnings for coping with the stresses of being a public parent. Bring your lunch or join us for the light refreshments supplied. Watch your email for updates about discussion topics. Contact Judy at \n250-204-1566 or Lindsy at lindsy.creedon@crfs.ca or 250-202-6036.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/caregiver-lunch-and-learn/
LOCATION:Campbell River Family Services (Conference Room)\, 487-10th Avenue\, Campbell River\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Upper Island
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