Caregiver Lunch and Learn
2026-04-09 11:30 - 13:00 (America/Vancouver)
Caregiver Lunch and Learn
Thursday, April 9th, 11:30am to 1:00pm
Presenter: Kerri Reihl, Program Coordinator, Community-Based Victim Services
Topic: CRFS Intimate Partner Violence Program
Campbell River Family Services, Conference room, 487-10th Avenue
(Second Thursday of the month)
Caregiver Lunch and Learn is your space to connect with peers, build community, and engage with practical learnings. March and April’s learnings introduce participants to Campbell River Family Services SAIP and Victim Services programs. If you have an interest in this topic, whether or not currently caring for children or youth, please join us. Bring your lunch or join us for the light refreshments supplied. Contact Lindsy or Judy for more information.

Creative Support Group for Foster Caregivers
2026-04-13 09:00 - 10:30
Creative Support Group for Foster Caregivers
Monday, April 13th, 9:00am to 10:30am
CR Family Services Art Room, 487-10th Avenue
(Third Monday of the month)
The Resource Enhancement Counsellor team hope this will become a
monthly space for caregivers to mindfully connect and relax through
art making. All foster caregivers are welcomed, no art experience
required. Art materials are supplied, no need to bring your own. More
details? Contact Lindsy at lindsy.creeden@crfs.ca.

Foster Caregiver In-person Coffee Meeting
2026-04-28 10:00 - 11:30
Foster Caregiver In-person Coffee Meeting
No group during the March break
Tuesday, April 28th, 10:00am to 11:30am
Host to be announced by email
(Fourth Tuesday of the month)
Your Campbell River Foster Parent Association welcomes all foster
parents to 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 host’s address, please
watch your inbox, or contact Judy at (text/call) 250-204-1566 or
uicoord@fpsss.com.

Comox Valley Education Event
2026-05-08 10:00 - 13:00
Comox Valley Education Event
Through Their Eyes: Supporting and Understanding Indigenous Youth in Care Friday, May 8th, 10:00am to 1:00pm In-person at The Old House Hotel, 1730 Riverside Lane, Courtenay Join MSW-ITR Candidates Adam Gauthier and Tarra Tipton for this participatory course. This session supports caregivers in seeing Indigenous youth in care with a trauma-informed, culturally rooted perspective that honours behaviour, mental health, substance use, and development across ages and stages. Participants will gain practical tools to strengthen connection, access supports, and advocate with youth in ways that uphold safety, belonging, and resilience.

Campbell River Foster Caregiver/MCFD Partnership Meeting
2026-05-12 09:30 - 10:30
Foster Caregiver/MCFD Partnership Meeting
Tuesday, May 12th, 9:30am to 10:30am MCFD Boardroom, 1334 Island Hwy (Second Tuesday of every second month) All foster caregivers, MCFD social workers, C&Y Mental Health staff and foster support staff are invited. Caregivers are encouraged to take this hour and 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 Ashley.Visser@gov.bc.ca for more information or to suggest a discussion topic.

Lunch and Learn: Campbell River
2026-05-14 11:30 - 13:00, 2026-06-11 11:30 - 13:00, 2026-07-09 11:30 - 13:00, 2026-08-13 11:30 - 13:00, 2026-09-10 11:30 - 13:00, 2026-10-08 11:30 - 13:00
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.

Campbell River Foster Caregiver In-person Coffee Meeting
2026-05-26 10:00 - 11:30
Foster Caregiver In-person Coffee Meeting Tuesday, May 26th, 10:00am to 11:30am No group in June. Host to be announced by email. (Fourth Tuesday of the month) Your 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. Watch your email for information or contact Judy at (text/ call) 250-204-1566 or uicoord@fpsss.com.

Child and Youth in Care week: Campbell River
2026-06-03 15:00 - 18:00
Child and Youth in Care week June 1st to 7th Local event: Wednesday, June 3rd, 3:00pm to 6:00pm CR Community Centre Gym, 401 11th Avenue
Child and Youth in Care week June 1st to 7th Local event in Campbell River: Wednesday, June 3rd, 3:00pm to 6:00pm CR Community Centre Gym, 401 11th Avenue Bring your family and friends and join in the celebration of the abilities, gifts, and aspirations the children and youth placed in government care. Contact Judy at uicoord@fpsss.com for updates or to join the planning group. Watch for details to come.
