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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241113T083000
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SUMMARY:Annual Conference – A Potpourri of Job Development in Supported Employment
DESCRIPTION:This year’s in-person conference will focus on the job developer’s toolkit. \nTopics and Presenters \n“The BC Labor Market And How It Pertains To People With Diverse Abilities”\, presented by Christian Saint Cyr of BC Labour Market Report \n“Entrepreneurs on the Rise”\, presented by Amber Sparks and Matt Vissers of ETHOS Career Management Group \n“Work Integrated Social Enterprises”\, presented by Stacey Corriveau of the BC Centre for Social Enterprise \n“MentorAbility”\, presented by Jillian Bradley of Inclusion BC \nDate: November 13th\, 2024\nTime: 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.\nLocation: Church in the Valley\, 23589 Old Yale Rd\, Langley\, BC\nRegister here. \nFDNS Conference November 2024 Agenda \nFDNS Conference November 2024 Presenters Bios \nPrice to register by October 15:\n$100 FDN Members\n$125 Future Members\nPrice to register October 16-November 6:\n$125 FDN Members\n$150 Future Members \n 
URL:https://focusdisability.ca/event/annual-conference-a-potpourri-of-job-development-in-supported-employment/
LOCATION:Church in the Valley\, 23589 Old Yale Rd\, Langley\, BC\, V2Z 2K4
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241017
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241018
DTSTAMP:20260404T155044
CREATED:20240621T160116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240621T160116Z
UID:1731-1729123200-1729209599@focusdisability.ca
SUMMARY:Light It Up! For NDEAM!
DESCRIPTION:Experience the power of Light It Up! For NDEAM! Join the movement for the 5th Anniversary Event!\nLight It Up! For NDEAM® spotlights the many ways people who have a disability contribute to businesses and their communities\, helping companies be successful and competitive. \nGet involved in your community in 2024 to Light It Up! For NDEAM purple and blue\, for one unique night. The more the participation\, the greater the impact! Last year almost 700 locations in almost 150 communities across Canada participated — that’s a lot of conversations about disability inclusion! \n 
URL:https://focusdisability.ca/event/light-it-up-for-ndeam/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240924T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240924T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155044
CREATED:20240608T233651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240725T161155Z
UID:1725-1727168400-1727179200@focusdisability.ca
SUMMARY:Learning & Network Meeting and Annual General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Learning & Networking Meeting\nDate & Time: Tuesday September 24\, 2024\n9:00 to 11:30 a.m.\nLocation: Zoom \nPaula Schwartz from the Indigenous Community for Leadership & Development (ICLD) about Culturally Safe Employment Services \nAna Maria Panczel from the Langley Community Services Society (LCSS) about Langley Local Immigration Partnership \nRSVP – link will be provided \nAGM to follow the meeting 11:30-12:00
URL:https://focusdisability.ca/event/learning-network-meeting-and-annual-general-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Learning & Networking Session
CATEGORIES:Learning & Networking Session
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240514T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240514T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155044
CREATED:20240507T172338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240515T033757Z
UID:1706-1715677200-1715686200@focusdisability.ca
SUMMARY:Learning & Networking Session
DESCRIPTION:Dean Askin from Disability Employment Awareness Month (DEAM) about Light It Up! For NDEAM! \nAshley Hammond from Canadian Association for Supported Employment (CASE) about CASE’s unique approach to learning and development
URL:https://focusdisability.ca/event/learning-networking-session-3/
CATEGORIES:Learning & Networking Session
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240312T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240312T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155044
CREATED:20240704T164505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240704T164546Z
UID:1739-1710234000-1710243000@focusdisability.ca
SUMMARY:Learning & Networking Session
DESCRIPTION:Tom Conway from Small Business BC\nLisa Persaud from March of Dimes\nSarah Potts from Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA)
URL:https://focusdisability.ca/event/learning-networking-session-4/
LOCATION:Learning & Networking Session
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231109
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231110
DTSTAMP:20260404T155044
CREATED:20230410T200934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231005T035119Z
UID:1643-1699488000-1699574399@focusdisability.ca
SUMMARY:Annual Conference - Maximize Your Marketing Message
DESCRIPTION:This year’s in-person conference we’ll focus on the job developer’s toolkit. \n\nDate: November 9th\, 2023\nTime: 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.\nLocation: Church in the Valley\, 23589 Old Yale Rd\, Langley\, BC\n\nRegister here. \nPrice to register by October 19:\n$130 FDN Members\n$155 Future Members\nPrice to register October 19-November 2:\n$155 FDN Members\n$180 Future Members \nSee the agenda and presenters’ bios \n  \n \n 
URL:https://focusdisability.ca/event/annual-conference-2/
LOCATION:Church in the Valley\, 23589 Old Yale Rd\, Langley\, BC\, V2Z 2K4
CATEGORIES:Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230912T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230912T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155044
CREATED:20230410T195815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230904T233854Z
UID:1639-1694509200-1694520000@focusdisability.ca
SUMMARY:Learning & Network meeting and Annual General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Learning & Networking Meeting\nDate & Time:       Tuesday September 12\, 2023 \n                                 9:00 to 11:30 a.m.           \nLocation:            Zoom \nRSVP –  link will be provided \n  \n9:00 – 9:20      Introductions\, update on what’s happening in the community and with partnering agencies. \n9:20 – 9:35      Jeanne Morton and Elizabeth Specht from the Cerebral Palsy Association of BC will inform us about their programs. \n9:35 – 10:00    Ness Gale from the Low Entropy Foundation will bring information about Low Entropy and the Tri-Cities Employment Roundtable. \n10:00 – 10:15  BREAK \n10:15 – 11:00 Christine Buchanan from Open Door Group will talk about the Employment Accessibility Standards Technical Committee\, the Disability Inclusive Employer Self- Assessment tool\, and UnTapped Accessibility. \n11:00 – 11:30 CNIB – will talk about their services\, expansion to Vancouver Island and Come to Work program. \n  \nAGM to follow the meeting 11:30-12:00
URL:https://focusdisability.ca/event/learning-network-meeting-and-annual-general-meeting/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230613T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230613T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155044
CREATED:20230410T195544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T174208Z
UID:1636-1686646800-1686655800@focusdisability.ca
SUMMARY:Learning & Networking Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Agenda here.                                                                                                                                                                              \nLocation:              Zoom. Please RSVP to info@focusdisability.ca to receive the link. \n\nSeanna Quressette from Douglas College will present “Cultural Safety and Trauma-Informed Practice”.\nHeather Branscombe from Abilities Neurological Rehabilitation will present about their programs\, which are in Chilliwack\, Abbotsford\, Surrey\, Coquitlam and Langley.\nAnnette Borrows from Community Living BC will bring us her reflections from the World Supported Employment Conference. \nBrandi Butts\, Community Futures BC\, will talk about the Entrepreneurs with Disabilities Program (EDP).\nAlex Hogan\, Equity\, Diversity & Inclusion Specialist at CBC/Radio-Canada will engage in a conversation around equity and inclusion at CBC with a focus on accessibility.
URL:https://focusdisability.ca/event/learning-networking-meeting-7/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230418T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230418T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155044
CREATED:20230322T201437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T195554Z
UID:1629-1681808400-1681817400@focusdisability.ca
SUMMARY:Learning & Networking Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Agenda here. \n\nBill Thornton from BC & Alberta Guide Dogs will engage with us about their services with Guide Dogs\, Autism Service Dogs\, and OSI-PTSD Service Dogs.\nChris Gaudet from Nava Wealth of Raymond James Ltd. will talk with us about Registered Disability Savings Plans.\nBrenda Giesbrecht\, Service Canada\, will provide information about Canada Pension Plan (CPP) Disability Benefits\, the CPP Survivor’s Benefit\, Drop-Out Provisions for calculations of benefits\, the Disability Tax Credit\, Childrens’ Benefits\, and more.\n\nPlease email info@focusdisability.ca to register and receive the Zoom invitation.
URL:https://focusdisability.ca/event/learning-networking-meeting-6/
LOCATION:Learning & Networking Session
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230117T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230117T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155044
CREATED:20230117T204913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230117T204913Z
UID:1611-1673946000-1673955000@focusdisability.ca
SUMMARY:Learning & Networking Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Agenda \nPlease email info@focusdisability.ca to register and receive the Zoom invitation.
URL:https://focusdisability.ca/event/learning-networking-meeting-5/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221124T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221124T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155044
CREATED:20220603T234406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221011T225300Z
UID:1553-1669278600-1669303800@focusdisability.ca
SUMMARY:Tech in Jobs and Jobs in Tech - Conference
DESCRIPTION:At this year’s in-person conference you’ll learn about technology and tools to support job seekers with diverse abilities and employment in the tech field. \nDate: November 24\nTime: 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.\nLocation: Church in the Valley\, 23589 Old Yale Rd\, Langley\, BC\nRegister: bit.ly/3qUKU1E \nFlyer \nAgenda \nPresenter Bios \nPrice to register by Nov. 10:\n$125 FDN Members\n$150 Future Members \nPrice to register Nov. 11 – 17:\n$150 FDN Members\n$175 Future Members \n \n 
URL:https://focusdisability.ca/event/annual-conference/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220913T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220913T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155044
CREATED:20220803T200340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220803T200340Z
UID:1563-1663059600-1663070400@focusdisability.ca
SUMMARY:Learning & Networking Meeting and Annual General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Presenters: \nRussell Pinnson\, Executive Director at JustWork\nPeter Bailey\, Co-Owner of Free Rein Associates\nNate Toevs\, Marketing Manager for the WorkBC Assistive Technology Services program\nLisa Smith\, Sr Manager Special Care Services at WorkSafeBC \nAgenda
URL:https://focusdisability.ca/event/learning-networking-meeting-and-annual-general-meeting-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220614T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220614T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155044
CREATED:20220603T233926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220603T234949Z
UID:1548-1655197200-1655206200@focusdisability.ca
SUMMARY:Learning & Networking Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Agenda \nPresenters: \n\nBryce Schaufelberger\, selfadvocatenet.com\nRocio Zielinski\, Sto:lo Community Futures\nGenievieve Apolinar\, Canadian Mental Health Association\nRobert Fraser\, Fraser Valley Artisans Food Hub\n\nThe link will be sent once you RSVP.
URL:https://focusdisability.ca/event/learning-networking-meeting-4/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220412T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220412T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155044
CREATED:20220119T003509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220318T172944Z
UID:1524-1649754000-1649763000@focusdisability.ca
SUMMARY:Learning & Networking Meeting
DESCRIPTION:9:00 to 11:30 a.m. \nLocation: Zoom\nRegister with Annette at info@focusdisability.figure8software.com \nAgenda
URL:https://focusdisability.ca/event/learning-networking-meeting-3/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220111T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220111T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155044
CREATED:20211118T235725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220318T173038Z
UID:1503-1641891600-1641900600@focusdisability.ca
SUMMARY:Learning & Networking Meeting
DESCRIPTION:9:00 to 11:30 a.m. \nLocation: Zoom\nRegister with Annette at info@focusdisability.figure8software.com \nAgenda
URL:https://focusdisability.ca/event/learning-networking-meeting-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211118T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211118T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155044
CREATED:20210209T210757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211118T235436Z
UID:1421-1637224200-1637247600@focusdisability.ca
SUMMARY:Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss our virtual conference\, “Building a Safe Culture in Employment Services” for people from a variety of backgrounds and lifestyles. \nLocation: Zoom \nAgenda; Presenters’ Bios.
URL:https://focusdisability.ca/event/learning-networking-meeting/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210914T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210914T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155044
CREATED:20210209T210656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210921T211026Z
UID:1419-1631610000-1631620800@focusdisability.ca
SUMMARY:Learning & Networking Meeting and AGM
DESCRIPTION:9:10 – 9:40               Kate Collins from Embers Staffing Solutions will inform us about this socially responsible staffing agency that connects companies with workers. \n9:40 – 10:10             John Gray from Ruth & Naomi’s Mission will present about their services. \n10:10 – 10:30           REFRESHMENT BREAK \n10:30 – 10:45           Tamara Seebaran from Communitas Supportive Care Society will talk about their Little Sprout Work Experience Program. \n10:45 – 11:00           Stephanie Betsch from the Fraser Valley Pacific Autism Family Network will discuss what services they offer and upcoming programs for our community. \n11:00 – 11:30  Annual General Meeting \nRSVP to info@focusdisability.figure8software.com.
URL:https://focusdisability.ca/event/learning-networking-meeting-and-agm/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210608T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210608T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155044
CREATED:20210209T210456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210427T213338Z
UID:1417-1623142800-1623146400@focusdisability.ca
SUMMARY:Learning & Networking Meeting (online)
DESCRIPTION:Time: 9:00-10:00am\nPlatform: Zoom\nPresenters: \n\nCindy Niezen from MCC’s Rent Bank \nStephanie Betsch\, Manager at the Fraser Valley Pacific Autism Family Network\nAnnette Borrows\, on the topic of a new digital literacy certificate program.\n\nRegister here.
URL:https://focusdisability.ca/event/learning-networking-meeting-online-4/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210413T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210413T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155044
CREATED:20210209T210243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210406T225633Z
UID:1415-1618304400-1618308000@focusdisability.ca
SUMMARY:Learning & Networking Meeting (online)
DESCRIPTION:9:00 – 9:10               Introductions\, update on what’s happening in the community and with partner agencies. \n9:10 – 9:30               Vineetha Nakka from The Centre for Epilepsy & Seizure Education will share their knowledge about types of seizures and basic seizure first aid. \n9:30 – 10:00             Jillian Bradley from Inclusion BC will talk about Mentorability\, a national employment project. \nRegister here.
URL:https://focusdisability.ca/event/learning-networking-meeting-online-3/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210312T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210312T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155044
CREATED:20201030T012910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210209T202957Z
UID:1351-1615543200-1615546800@focusdisability.ca
SUMMARY:The Pandemic's Impact on Youth Mental Health (webinar)
DESCRIPTION:River Chandler and Dr. Naomi Dove from the Office of the Provincial Health Officer will provide a presentation on the impact of COVID-19 and the public health response on the mental health and wellbeing of youth. \nRegister here. \nFlyer \n \n 
URL:https://focusdisability.ca/event/mind-your-health-online-workshop-2/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210226T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210226T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155044
CREATED:20210209T184136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210209T184927Z
UID:1402-1614333600-1614337200@focusdisability.ca
SUMMARY:Ableism - What is it and how does it impact society? (webinar)
DESCRIPTION:With a focus on youth and mental health\, Alyson Seale\, Associate Professor at the University of the Fraser Valley\, will gently take her audience through identifying systemic\, interpersonal and internalized ableism using stories\, humor and activities. She will provide resources\, and strategies that can be implemented today to further dismantle discrimination. Together we can make a difference for everyone. \nRegister here \nFlyer
URL:https://focusdisability.ca/event/ableism-what-is-it-and-how-does-it-impact-society-webinar/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210212T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210212T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155044
CREATED:20201030T012802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210209T185252Z
UID:1349-1613124000-1613127600@focusdisability.ca
SUMMARY:Mental Health: Early Signs of Escalation & Crisis Management (webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Miwa Yonezawa\, a community Occupational Therapist at the Maple Ridge Mental Health and Substance Use Centre\, will talk about early signs of escalation\, crisis management\, and community resources for mental health support. \nRegister here. \nFlyer
URL:https://focusdisability.ca/event/managing-mental-health-crisis-mind-your-health-online-workshop/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210209T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210209T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155044
CREATED:20210209T205939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210209T210048Z
UID:1410-1612861200-1612864800@focusdisability.ca
SUMMARY:Learning & Networking Meeting (online)
DESCRIPTION:Josh Bohr from the Salvation Army in Chilliwack will talk about their work in the areas of food\, housing and mental health support. \nTara Cummings from the YMCA of Greater Vancouver will provide information about Youth BEAT Fraser Valley\, a Youth Employment Program. \nTomoko Cerf from Pacific Community Resources Society (PCRS) will present information on their Job Options program. \nAgenda \nRegister here.
URL:https://focusdisability.ca/event/learning-networking-meeting-online-2/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210129T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210129T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155044
CREATED:20201030T012530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201218T003255Z
UID:1347-1611914400-1611918000@focusdisability.ca
SUMMARY:The Power of Me Too\, with Theo Fleury
DESCRIPTION:Theo Fleury will talk about the early years when he first discovered and fell in love with the game of hockey and the sport from the first moment he stepped on the ice. He will talk about the issues he faced as a survivor of abuse and yet succeeding at an elite NHL career and earning an Olympic Gold Medal. And finally\, how he overcame his painful past\, alcoholism and drug addiction to become an inspirational Victor over life’s obstacles. \nAfter hearing this inspiring message\, you will leave the session knowing that change is possible and quitting isn’t an option. \n“Me Too” is an uplifting talk about hope. It is a reminder that we are never alone in our struggles because we have all faced adversity in our lives. \nRegister here.
URL:https://focusdisability.ca/event/mind-your-health-online-workshop/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210115T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210115T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155044
CREATED:20201030T012411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201218T003031Z
UID:1345-1610704800-1610708400@focusdisability.ca
SUMMARY:Why Do They Do That?
DESCRIPTION:Crystal and Scott will bring their expertise and first-hand experience as they explore the collaboration of Mental Health and Behavioural perspectives for supporting individuals who display more difficult behaviours and complex mental health issues. \nCrystal Thompson is a founding director of Pivot Point Family Growth Centre\, which has locations throughout British Columbia. Scott Williams is a Mental Health Clinical Supervisor. \nRegister here.
URL:https://focusdisability.ca/event/considering-internal-and-external-influences-on-our-behaviour-online-workshop/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201211T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201211T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155044
CREATED:20201030T012215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201111T171125Z
UID:1343-1607680800-1607684400@focusdisability.ca
SUMMARY:Isolation and Loneliness: Mind Your Health online workshop
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Strauss will talk with us about how to cope with feelings of isolation and loneliness. \nRegister at https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/128724974865.
URL:https://focusdisability.ca/event/isolation-and-loneliness-mind-your-health-online-workshop/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201117T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201117T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155044
CREATED:20201030T013316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201030T013423Z
UID:1353-1605603600-1605607200@focusdisability.ca
SUMMARY:Learning & Networking Meeting (online)
DESCRIPTION:Cal Purcell from the Canadian Vocational Training Centre will talk about their training centres and the services they offer people with diverse abilities. \nTo register\, email info@focusdisability.figure8software.com.
URL:https://focusdisability.ca/event/learning-networking-meeting-online/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201113T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201113T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T155044
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SUMMARY:STOPP Therapy 30-Day Challenge: Mind Your Health online workshop series
DESCRIPTION:Scott Williams meets with those who attended the October 13th STOPP Therapy 101 session\, to talk about the 30-Day Challenge experience and provide more STOPP Therapy tools.
URL:https://focusdisability.ca/event/stopp-therapy-30-day-challenge-mind-your-health-online-workshop-series/
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SUMMARY:Trauma-Informed Practice: Mind Your Health online workshop series
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Dawn Percher\, Registered Clinical Counsellor \nRegistration: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/125581350199 \nFlyer
URL:https://focusdisability.ca/event/mind-your-health-online-workshop-session-2-2/
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UID:1317-1602842400-1602846000@focusdisability.ca
SUMMARY:Mind Your Health online workshop - Session 2
DESCRIPTION:Scott Williams will present a deep dive into STOPP Therapy\, a key skill for people suffering from anxiety\, depression\, racing thoughts\, and impulsivity. You will leave the session with practical tools to gain control of your responses to situations around you and feelings that arise within. \nRegister here.
URL:https://focusdisability.ca/event/mind-your-health-online-workshop-session-2/
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