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SUMMARY:Stronger Together Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Stronger Together  \nTuesday\, November 25th\, 2025\, 9:30am to 10:15am  \nTuesday\, January 20th\, 2026\, 9:30am to 10:15am  \nLeeAnn and Portia from the Office of the Ombudsperson will facilitate the two sessions. The first session is an overview of the BC Ombudsperson’s role. The second session in January will be an overview of Administrative Fairness. \nThis is a chance to share more information about the Ombudsperson office\, the services they provide\, their complaint process\, and to explore how their resources might be helpful for caregivers. \nPlease watch your emails for the registration link. \nIf you have any questions\, contact South Island Coordinator\, Dianne Thompson at 778-430-5459 or sicoord@fpsss.com
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/stronger-together-workshop/2025-11-25/1/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251124T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251124T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T214222
CREATED:20251030T202121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T202121Z
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SUMMARY:Bridge to Belonging Playgroup
DESCRIPTION:Bridge to Belonging Playgroup  \nMonday\, November 24th\, 10:00am to 11:45am
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/bridge-to-belonging-playgroup-3/
CATEGORIES:Central Island
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251120T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251120T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T214222
CREATED:20251030T203757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T203757Z
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SUMMARY:Safe Babies Knowledge Exchange
DESCRIPTION:Safe Babies Knowledge Exchange  \nThursday\, November 20th\, 10:30am to 11:30am  \nTopic: Newborn and infant care suggestions and strategies  \nJoin us as we discuss current beast practices in newborn and infant care and reflect on the needs of infants in care. \nSafe Babies Knowledge Exchange  \nThursday\, December 11th\, 10:30am to 11:30am  \nTopic: Transitions  \nWe will discuss strategies to support healthy transitions for infants
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/safe-babies-knowledge-exchange/2025-11-20/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251120T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251120T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T214222
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:20251120T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251120T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T214222
CREATED:20250925T165306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T165306Z
UID:10000160-1763631000-1763638200@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Business Side of Fostering
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, September 18th and September 25th\, 9:30am to 11:30am Facilitated by Interior Community Services Open to Foster Caregivers and Social Workers Do you want to understand your role\, responsibilities and rights from a business perspective? If so\, this two-part\, four-hour course is for you! We will cover 1. The ins and outs of your contract 2. The Care Home Investigation (protocol) and quality of care review process 3. What (and why) to document and report 4. Insurance/WCB for Foster Caregivers 5. Resources For more information\, contact Marna Forsyth at 250-698-2017 or mforsyth@interiorcommunityservices.bc.ca Register: https://learn.fpsss.com/training/bsfsept25/2025-09-18/
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/business-side-of-fostering/2025-11-20/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251120T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251120T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T214222
CREATED:20251030T201437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T201437Z
UID:10000479-1763631000-1763636400@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Foster Caregiver Support Mornings
DESCRIPTION:Foster Caregiver Support Mornings for Central Island \nWednesday\, November 20th\, 9:30am to 11:00am  \nWednesday\, December 10th\, 9:30am to 11:00am*  \n*Special Festive Event  \nSt. John’s Church\, 486 Jubilee Street\, Duncan  \nThese gatherings are a great way to connect with other foster caregivers who understand the unique challenges and rewards of fostering. Our best resource and support are each other! Please watch your emails for more information. Note that December’s meeting will coincide with the CVFP Local’s Festive Foster Family Event.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/foster-caregiver-support-mornings/2025-11-20/
CATEGORIES:Central Island
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251120T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251120T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T214222
CREATED:20250925T170338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T170338Z
UID:10000338-1763625600-1763658000@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Hope for the Journey: In-Person Evenings
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, October 2nd\, 9th\, and 16th\, and 23rd 6:00pm to 8:00pm TBRI® Conference In-Person-Evenings Facilitated by SI Coordinator Dianne Thompson South Island Foster and Out-of Care Caregivers Only Four-Part Training Series Show Hope’s Hope for the Journey Conference (formerly the Empowered to Connect Conference) seeks to encourage and better equip parents and caregivers meeting the everyday needs of children impacted by foster care and/or adoption. With the busy parent and caregiver in mind\, the Hope for the Journey Conference is accessible with information being practical\, succinct\, and consumable in its delivery. The Hope for the Journey Conference series includes four high-level learning modules based on the foundational principles of Trust-Based Relational Intervention® (TBRI®). Embedded within each learning module will be a “Going Deeper” teaching video\, and an encouraging “Practical Perspectives” video. Both videos include the voices of adult adoptees as well as adoptive and foster caregivers. Each week the group will gather to watch a video then review video highlights with our facilator. There will discussion and reflection questions\, share comments\, insights and debrief. Week 1 – Introduction to TBRI Week 2 – Connecting Principles Week 3 – Empowering Principles Week 4 – Correcting While Connecting Principles All sessions combine evidenced-based theory with every day\, practical strategies that caregivers can readily apply in their homes. Contact: SI Coordinator\, Dianne Thompson\, 778-430-5459. To register for the four Thursday Evening In-Person sessions visit: https://bit.ly/HopeJourneyEvening2025
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/hope-for-the-journey-in-person-evenings/2025-11-20/
CATEGORIES:South Island
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251113T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251113T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T214222
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251113T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251113T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T214222
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:20251113T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251113T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T214222
CREATED:20250925T165306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T165306Z
UID:10000159-1763026200-1763033400@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Business Side of Fostering
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, September 18th and September 25th\, 9:30am to 11:30am Facilitated by Interior Community Services Open to Foster Caregivers and Social Workers Do you want to understand your role\, responsibilities and rights from a business perspective? If so\, this two-part\, four-hour course is for you! We will cover 1. The ins and outs of your contract 2. The Care Home Investigation (protocol) and quality of care review process 3. What (and why) to document and report 4. Insurance/WCB for Foster Caregivers 5. Resources For more information\, contact Marna Forsyth at 250-698-2017 or mforsyth@interiorcommunityservices.bc.ca Register: https://learn.fpsss.com/training/bsfsept25/2025-09-18/
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/business-side-of-fostering/2025-11-13/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251113T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251113T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T214222
CREATED:20250925T170338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T170338Z
UID:10000337-1763020800-1763053200@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Hope for the Journey: In-Person Evenings
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, October 2nd\, 9th\, and 16th\, and 23rd 6:00pm to 8:00pm TBRI® Conference In-Person-Evenings Facilitated by SI Coordinator Dianne Thompson South Island Foster and Out-of Care Caregivers Only Four-Part Training Series Show Hope’s Hope for the Journey Conference (formerly the Empowered to Connect Conference) seeks to encourage and better equip parents and caregivers meeting the everyday needs of children impacted by foster care and/or adoption. With the busy parent and caregiver in mind\, the Hope for the Journey Conference is accessible with information being practical\, succinct\, and consumable in its delivery. The Hope for the Journey Conference series includes four high-level learning modules based on the foundational principles of Trust-Based Relational Intervention® (TBRI®). Embedded within each learning module will be a “Going Deeper” teaching video\, and an encouraging “Practical Perspectives” video. Both videos include the voices of adult adoptees as well as adoptive and foster caregivers. Each week the group will gather to watch a video then review video highlights with our facilator. There will discussion and reflection questions\, share comments\, insights and debrief. Week 1 – Introduction to TBRI Week 2 – Connecting Principles Week 3 – Empowering Principles Week 4 – Correcting While Connecting Principles All sessions combine evidenced-based theory with every day\, practical strategies that caregivers can readily apply in their homes. Contact: SI Coordinator\, Dianne Thompson\, 778-430-5459. To register for the four Thursday Evening In-Person sessions visit: https://bit.ly/HopeJourneyEvening2025
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/hope-for-the-journey-in-person-evenings/2025-11-13/
CATEGORIES:South Island
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251108T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251108T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T214222
CREATED:20251008T210219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T172222Z
UID:10000472-1762601400-1762606800@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Foster Family Swim: Cowichan Valley & Comox Valley
DESCRIPTION:Foster Family Swim! \nOpen to ALL Cowichan Valley and Central Island FOSTER FAMILIES! \nSaturday\, November 8th\,  11:30am to 1:00pm \nFrank Jameson Aquatic Centre \n810 6th Avenue\, Ladysmith \nCaring Families Society arranged to have the whole pool just for foster families! \nRegistration is required and spaces are limited! \nEvery participant will receive a snack bag after the swim! \nFoster caregivers click here to register your family: \nhttps://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/nd3kpj3 \nAnyone not wanting to get wet is welcome to hang out on the pool deck. \nThere will be a lifeguard on duty\, but foster caregivers will need to stay to support their children or youth.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/foster-family-swim-cowichan-valley-comox-valley/
CATEGORIES:Central Island
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251106T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251106T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T214222
CREATED:20250925T165306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T165306Z
UID:10000158-1762421400-1762428600@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Business Side of Fostering
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, September 18th and September 25th\, 9:30am to 11:30am Facilitated by Interior Community Services Open to Foster Caregivers and Social Workers Do you want to understand your role\, responsibilities and rights from a business perspective? If so\, this two-part\, four-hour course is for you! We will cover 1. The ins and outs of your contract 2. The Care Home Investigation (protocol) and quality of care review process 3. What (and why) to document and report 4. Insurance/WCB for Foster Caregivers 5. Resources For more information\, contact Marna Forsyth at 250-698-2017 or mforsyth@interiorcommunityservices.bc.ca Register: https://learn.fpsss.com/training/bsfsept25/2025-09-18/
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/business-side-of-fostering/2025-11-06/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251106T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251106T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T214222
CREATED:20251030T184446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T184446Z
UID:10000474-1762419600-1762430400@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:In-Person Caregiver Coffee Mornings
DESCRIPTION:In-Person Caregiver Coffee Mornings for South Island caregivers \nThursday\, November 6th\, 9:00am to 12:00 noon  \nIn-Person! This is the last coffee morning before the holidays. It’s a place to connect with caregivers and friends\, share stories\, tips\, and laughter. Kids will enjoy some treats and playtime. Goodies for grown-ups too! \nPlease RSVP to Sandy at slcase@shaw.ca.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/in-person-caregiver-coffee-mornings/
CATEGORIES:South Island
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251106T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251106T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T214222
CREATED:20250925T170338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T170338Z
UID:10000336-1762416000-1762448400@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Hope for the Journey: In-Person Evenings
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, October 2nd\, 9th\, and 16th\, and 23rd 6:00pm to 8:00pm TBRI® Conference In-Person-Evenings Facilitated by SI Coordinator Dianne Thompson South Island Foster and Out-of Care Caregivers Only Four-Part Training Series Show Hope’s Hope for the Journey Conference (formerly the Empowered to Connect Conference) seeks to encourage and better equip parents and caregivers meeting the everyday needs of children impacted by foster care and/or adoption. With the busy parent and caregiver in mind\, the Hope for the Journey Conference is accessible with information being practical\, succinct\, and consumable in its delivery. The Hope for the Journey Conference series includes four high-level learning modules based on the foundational principles of Trust-Based Relational Intervention® (TBRI®). Embedded within each learning module will be a “Going Deeper” teaching video\, and an encouraging “Practical Perspectives” video. Both videos include the voices of adult adoptees as well as adoptive and foster caregivers. Each week the group will gather to watch a video then review video highlights with our facilator. There will discussion and reflection questions\, share comments\, insights and debrief. Week 1 – Introduction to TBRI Week 2 – Connecting Principles Week 3 – Empowering Principles Week 4 – Correcting While Connecting Principles All sessions combine evidenced-based theory with every day\, practical strategies that caregivers can readily apply in their homes. Contact: SI Coordinator\, Dianne Thompson\, 778-430-5459. To register for the four Thursday Evening In-Person sessions visit: https://bit.ly/HopeJourneyEvening2025
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/hope-for-the-journey-in-person-evenings/2025-11-06/
CATEGORIES:South Island
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251103T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251103T133000
DTSTAMP:20260417T214222
CREATED:20250925T164820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T164820Z
UID:10000149-1762171200-1762176600@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Circle of Security Parenting Program
DESCRIPTION:Mondays\, September 15th to November 3rd\, 12:00pm to 1:30pm Facilitated by Fostering Early Development Open to Foster Caregivers only. At times\, all caregivers feel lost or without a clue about what our child might need from us. Imagine what it might feel like if you were able to make sense of what your child was really asking from you. The Circle of Security Parenting program is based on decades of research about how secure parent-child relationships can be supported and strengthened. 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. Honor your innate wisdom and desire for your child to be secure.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/circle-of-security-parenting-program/2025-11-03/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251031T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251031T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T214222
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251030T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251030T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T214222
CREATED:20250925T165306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T165306Z
UID:10000157-1761816600-1761823800@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Business Side of Fostering
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, September 18th and September 25th\, 9:30am to 11:30am Facilitated by Interior Community Services Open to Foster Caregivers and Social Workers Do you want to understand your role\, responsibilities and rights from a business perspective? If so\, this two-part\, four-hour course is for you! We will cover 1. The ins and outs of your contract 2. The Care Home Investigation (protocol) and quality of care review process 3. What (and why) to document and report 4. Insurance/WCB for Foster Caregivers 5. Resources For more information\, contact Marna Forsyth at 250-698-2017 or mforsyth@interiorcommunityservices.bc.ca Register: https://learn.fpsss.com/training/bsfsept25/2025-09-18/
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/business-side-of-fostering/2025-10-30/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251030T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251030T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T214222
CREATED:20250925T170338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T170338Z
UID:10000335-1761811200-1761843600@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Hope for the Journey: In-Person Evenings
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, October 2nd\, 9th\, and 16th\, and 23rd 6:00pm to 8:00pm TBRI® Conference In-Person-Evenings Facilitated by SI Coordinator Dianne Thompson South Island Foster and Out-of Care Caregivers Only Four-Part Training Series Show Hope’s Hope for the Journey Conference (formerly the Empowered to Connect Conference) seeks to encourage and better equip parents and caregivers meeting the everyday needs of children impacted by foster care and/or adoption. With the busy parent and caregiver in mind\, the Hope for the Journey Conference is accessible with information being practical\, succinct\, and consumable in its delivery. The Hope for the Journey Conference series includes four high-level learning modules based on the foundational principles of Trust-Based Relational Intervention® (TBRI®). Embedded within each learning module will be a “Going Deeper” teaching video\, and an encouraging “Practical Perspectives” video. Both videos include the voices of adult adoptees as well as adoptive and foster caregivers. Each week the group will gather to watch a video then review video highlights with our facilator. There will discussion and reflection questions\, share comments\, insights and debrief. Week 1 – Introduction to TBRI Week 2 – Connecting Principles Week 3 – Empowering Principles Week 4 – Correcting While Connecting Principles All sessions combine evidenced-based theory with every day\, practical strategies that caregivers can readily apply in their homes. Contact: SI Coordinator\, Dianne Thompson\, 778-430-5459. To register for the four Thursday Evening In-Person sessions visit: https://bit.ly/HopeJourneyEvening2025
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/hope-for-the-journey-in-person-evenings/2025-10-30/
CATEGORIES:South Island
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251028T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251028T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T214222
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;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251027T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251027T133000
DTSTAMP:20260417T214222
CREATED:20250925T164820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T164820Z
UID:10000148-1761566400-1761571800@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Circle of Security Parenting Program
DESCRIPTION:Mondays\, September 15th to November 3rd\, 12:00pm to 1:30pm Facilitated by Fostering Early Development Open to Foster Caregivers only. At times\, all caregivers feel lost or without a clue about what our child might need from us. Imagine what it might feel like if you were able to make sense of what your child was really asking from you. The Circle of Security Parenting program is based on decades of research about how secure parent-child relationships can be supported and strengthened. 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. Honor your innate wisdom and desire for your child to be secure.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/circle-of-security-parenting-program/2025-10-27/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251027T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251027T000000
DTSTAMP:20260417T214222
CREATED:20250925T171240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T185211Z
UID:10000471-1761523200-1761523200@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Bridge to Belonging Playgroup
DESCRIPTION:Bridge to Belonging Playgroup Monday\, September 22nd\, 10:00am to 11:45am Monday\, October 27th\, 10:00am to 11:45am Monarch Room\, Oliver Woods Community Centre Open to all Central Island Foster Families. This playgroup is resuming in September with a change from the 4th Friday afternoon to the 4th Monday morning of the month. Geared toward children aged 0-5\, these sessions will include play-based activities\, a small sharing snack\, and a structured language arts circle. Drop-ins are welcome. RSVP if possible. Please contact Shailu Miguez at Shailu.miguez@gov.bc.ca or 250-740-3080 with any questions and to RSVP.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/bridge-to-belonging-playgroup-2/2025-10-27/
CATEGORIES:Central Island
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251024
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251025
DTSTAMP:20260417T214222
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251023T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251023T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T214222
CREATED:20250925T170604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T170604Z
UID:10000389-1761217200-1761224400@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-2/2025-10-23/
CATEGORIES:South Island
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251023T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251023T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T214222
CREATED:20250925T165306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T165306Z
UID:10000156-1761211800-1761219000@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Business Side of Fostering
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, September 18th and September 25th\, 9:30am to 11:30am Facilitated by Interior Community Services Open to Foster Caregivers and Social Workers Do you want to understand your role\, responsibilities and rights from a business perspective? If so\, this two-part\, four-hour course is for you! We will cover 1. The ins and outs of your contract 2. The Care Home Investigation (protocol) and quality of care review process 3. What (and why) to document and report 4. Insurance/WCB for Foster Caregivers 5. Resources For more information\, contact Marna Forsyth at 250-698-2017 or mforsyth@interiorcommunityservices.bc.ca Register: https://learn.fpsss.com/training/bsfsept25/2025-09-18/
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/business-side-of-fostering/2025-10-23/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251023T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251023T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T214222
CREATED:20250925T170338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T170338Z
UID:10000334-1761206400-1761238800@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Hope for the Journey: In-Person Evenings
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, October 2nd\, 9th\, and 16th\, and 23rd 6:00pm to 8:00pm TBRI® Conference In-Person-Evenings Facilitated by SI Coordinator Dianne Thompson South Island Foster and Out-of Care Caregivers Only Four-Part Training Series Show Hope’s Hope for the Journey Conference (formerly the Empowered to Connect Conference) seeks to encourage and better equip parents and caregivers meeting the everyday needs of children impacted by foster care and/or adoption. With the busy parent and caregiver in mind\, the Hope for the Journey Conference is accessible with information being practical\, succinct\, and consumable in its delivery. The Hope for the Journey Conference series includes four high-level learning modules based on the foundational principles of Trust-Based Relational Intervention® (TBRI®). Embedded within each learning module will be a “Going Deeper” teaching video\, and an encouraging “Practical Perspectives” video. Both videos include the voices of adult adoptees as well as adoptive and foster caregivers. Each week the group will gather to watch a video then review video highlights with our facilator. There will discussion and reflection questions\, share comments\, insights and debrief. Week 1 – Introduction to TBRI Week 2 – Connecting Principles Week 3 – Empowering Principles Week 4 – Correcting While Connecting Principles All sessions combine evidenced-based theory with every day\, practical strategies that caregivers can readily apply in their homes. Contact: SI Coordinator\, Dianne Thompson\, 778-430-5459. To register for the four Thursday Evening In-Person sessions visit: https://bit.ly/HopeJourneyEvening2025
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/hope-for-the-journey-in-person-evenings/2025-10-23/
CATEGORIES:South Island
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251022T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251022T203000
DTSTAMP:20260417T214222
CREATED:20250925T170209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T170209Z
UID:10000331-1761157800-1761165000@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Caregivers and the Court Process: Preparation\, Testifying\, and Documentation
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, October 22nd\, 6:30pm to 8:30pm Facilitated by MCFD Lawyers Join us for this interactive workshop on how caregivers can prepare for attending court and testifying. if requested to support the legal process for children and youth in care. Additionally\, learn how to properly document so you can be prepared if you need to go to court. In this session\, caregivers will be provided with up-to-date legal information and be able to ask questions of two MCFD lawyers about how to best prepare for the court process. Register: https://learn.fpsss.com/training/cacp/
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/caregivers-and-the-court-process-preparation-testifying-and-documentation/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251020T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251020T133000
DTSTAMP:20260417T214222
CREATED:20250925T164820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T164820Z
UID:10000147-1760961600-1760967000@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Circle of Security Parenting Program
DESCRIPTION:Mondays\, September 15th to November 3rd\, 12:00pm to 1:30pm Facilitated by Fostering Early Development Open to Foster Caregivers only. At times\, all caregivers feel lost or without a clue about what our child might need from us. Imagine what it might feel like if you were able to make sense of what your child was really asking from you. The Circle of Security Parenting program is based on decades of research about how secure parent-child relationships can be supported and strengthened. 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. Honor your innate wisdom and desire for your child to be secure.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/circle-of-security-parenting-program/2025-10-20/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251016T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251016T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T214222
CREATED:20250925T172925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T172925Z
UID:10000453-1760610600-1760614200@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Safe Babies Caregiver Knowledge Exchange
DESCRIPTION:Safe Babies Caregiver Knowledge Exchange Thursday\, September 18th\, 10:30am to 11:30am Topic FASD Thursday\, October 16th\, 10:30am to 11:30am Topic Infectious diseases/conditions (3rd Thursday of the month) This is a regional online event. Join at https://learn.fpsss.com/courses/vi-sb-monthly/ and follow the prompts to the Zoom link. See page 13 for more details.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/safe-babies-caregiver-knowledge-exchange/2025-10-16/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251016T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251016T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T214222
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
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