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SUMMARY:Kids In Control - Chilliwack
DESCRIPTION:Kids in Control is a free education and support program for children ages 8 – 12. This is offered to the youth who have a family member with mental illness (e.g. schizophrenia\, bipolar disorder\, depression\, etc.) and/or substance use disorder. It aims to foster resilience and increase knowledge and understanding of mental illness. \nKids in Control (In-Person) \n\nEvery Monday from February 23– April 13\, 2026\nLocation: #2 – 45668 Storey Avenue\, Chilliwack\nTime: 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm\nFor more information or to join this\, please email Carina at carina@ibsi.ca
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/kids-in-control-chilliwack/2026-03-02/
LOCATION:#2 – 45668 Storey Avenue\, Chilliwack\, #2 – 45668 Storey Avenue\, Chilliwack\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Kids In Control
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260302T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260302T203000
DTSTAMP:20260416T164215
CREATED:20260105T192257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T192257Z
UID:10013279-1772478000-1772483400@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Lower Mainland Family Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone  \nBCSS Vancouver Coastal Region is running Family Support Groups for family members and close friends who are supporting a loved one with a severe and persistent mental illness.  \nFamily Support Groups offer a safe and supportive environment for family and friends to share\, ask questions\, and connect with others who are also supporting a loved one with mental illness. Family Support Groups are led by trained facilitators or educators\, and they provide support and resources to family members and caregivers of individuals with severe and persistent mental illness. \nFamily Support Group – In-Person \n\nDate: February 2\, 2026 and March 2\, 2026\nTime: 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm\nLocation: Marpole Community Centre – 990 W 59 Ave\, Vancouver (2nd Floor SOCIAL Room)\nFor more information or to join this family support group\, please contact Hardeep Thind at 604-787-1814 or coastmanager@bcss.org
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/lower-mainland-family-support-group-feb-mar-2026/2026-03-02/
LOCATION:Marpole Community Centre\, 990 West 59th Avenue\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Support Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Hardeep Thind":MAILTO:coastmanager@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260303T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260303T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T164215
CREATED:20260106T175234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T203222Z
UID:10013313-1772539200-1772542800@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Vancouver Island Family Support Group - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone \nBCSS Vancouver Island is running virtual Family Support Groups for family members and close friends who are supporting a loved one with a severe and persistent mental illness. It is open to anyone living in the Vancouver Island area. This includes the main island\, southern and northern golf islands\, and the surrounding areas. \nFamily Support Groups offer a safe and supportive environment for family and friends to share\, ask questions\, and connect with others who are also supporting a loved one with mental illness. Family Support Groups are led by trained facilitators or educators\, and they provide support and resources to family members and caregivers of individuals with a severe and persistent mental illness. \nFamily Support Group – Virtual \n\nEvery 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month\n Time: 12:00 – 1:00 pm PST\nMeetings are online via Zoom\nFor more information or to join this family support group and receive the zoom link\, please contact:\n\nJulia Gillis at victoria@bcss.org or 236-638-5516\nNicole Parekh at northvi@bcss.org 250-937-0782
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/virtual-vancouver-island-family-support-group-2-2/2026-03-03/
LOCATION:BCSS – Virtual\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Support Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Julia Gillis":MAILTO:victoria@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260303T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260303T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T164215
CREATED:20251008T195158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T212831Z
UID:10013443-1772551800-1772557200@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Nanaimo Family Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone  \nBCSS Vancouver Island Region is running in-person Family Support Groups for family members and close friends who are supporting a loved one with a severe and persistent mental illness.  \nBCSS Family Support Groups offer a safe and supportive environment for family and friends to share\, ask questions\, and connect with others who are also supporting a loved one with mental illness or substance use disorder. Family Support Groups are led by trained facilitators or educators\, and they provide support and resources to family members and caregivers of individuals with a severe and persistent mental illness.   \nFamily Support Group – In-Person \n\n1st Tuesday of each month\nTime: 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm\n\nLocation: Vancouver Island Regional Library [Nanaimo North Study Room] – 6250 Hammond Bay Road\, Nanaimo\, BC V9T 5M4\nFor more information or to join this family support group\, please contact Christine Riddell at 250-937-1403 or centralvi@bcss.org
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/nanaimo-family-support-group-2-2-4/2026-03-03/
LOCATION:Vancouver Island Regional Library\, 6250 Hammond Bay Road\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Support Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Christine Riddell":MAILTO:vimanager@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260303T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260303T173000
DTSTAMP:20260416T164215
CREATED:20260106T182829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T182829Z
UID:10013380-1772553600-1772559000@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Kids In Control - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:The Kids in Control program is for children aged 8-12 years old and is currently offered as an eight-week online group. Each session is approximately 1.5 hours long and happens once per week for eight weeks. To adapt to virtual programming\, we now have smaller group sizes. Parents and caregivers are also welcome to join at the start of the first session if it helps their child feel more at ease\, though this is entirely optional. \nPrior to the first session\, each participant will receive a “Kids in Control Care Box” with supplies for in-session crafts\, games\, and some surprises too! \n\n\n\n\nKids In Control – Virtual \n\nDate: Runs every Tuesday for 8 weeks\, starting January 13\, 2026\nTime: 4:00 – 5:30 PM\nLocation: Virtual via Zoom\nFor more information\, please contact Kayla Arnold at frasereast@bcssyouth.org
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/kids-in-control-virtual/2026-03-03/
LOCATION:BCSS Youth – Virtual
CATEGORIES:Kids In Control
ORGANIZER;CN="Kayla Arnold":MAILTO:frasereast@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260304T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260304T173000
DTSTAMP:20260416T164215
CREATED:20251208T191138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T191217Z
UID:10013218-1772640000-1772645400@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Teens In Control Drop-In Session
DESCRIPTION:Teens In Control Drop-in sessions give youth an opportunity to stay connected with their peers and receive ongoing support. Past participants of our TIC workshops are invited to join our virtual drop-in group. Visit BCSS Youth for more details. \nTo join the list for our drop-in groups\, or for more information\, please contact: \nAmber Miner\n(604) 442-7082\nfrasernorth@bcssyouth.org \nMary Beth Hall\n(236) 335-0917\nmanager@bcssyouth.org
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/bcss-youth-teens-in-control-drop-in-session-2/2026-03-04/
CATEGORIES:Teens in Control
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Beth Hall":MAILTO:manager@bcssyouth.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260304T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260304T173000
DTSTAMP:20260416T164215
CREATED:20260106T182426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T182426Z
UID:10013372-1772640000-1772645400@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Tweens In Control – Virtual
DESCRIPTION:The Tweens in Control (TwIC) program is a new program for kids aged 11-12. TwIC features curriculum and activities that are a hybrid of the KIC and TIC courses to bridge the gap for youth who may be too mature for the KIC program but not yet ready for the course for teens. TwIC is currently offered as an eight-week online group. Each session is approximately 1.5 hours long and happens once per week. \n\n\nTweens In Control – Virtual \n\nDate: Runs every Wednesday for 8 weeks\, starting January 14\, 2026\nTime: 4:00 – 5:30 PM\nLocation: Virtual via Zoom\nFor more information\, please contact Kayla Arnold at frasereast@bcssyouth.org
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/tweens-in-control-virtual/2026-03-04/
LOCATION:BCSS Youth – Virtual
CATEGORIES:Tweens in Control
ORGANIZER;CN="Kayla Arnold":MAILTO:frasereast@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260305T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260305T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T164215
CREATED:20251208T174618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T174637Z
UID:10013158-1772724600-1772730000@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Tweens In Control x CMHA Vernon
DESCRIPTION:Tweens in Control offers free support for children ages 10-12 who have a parent living with mental illness. Groups meet for one and a half hours each week for seven weeks to help kids build understanding and coping skills. \nTweens In Control (In-Person) \n\nEvery Thursday from January 22 – March 5\, 2026\nLocation: 3304 30th Avenue\, Vernon\, BC\nTime: 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm\nFor more information or to join this\, please get in touch with Gurleen Jassi at youth@cmhavernon.ca
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/tweens-in-control-x-cmha-vernon/2026-03-05/
LOCATION:3304 30th Avenue\, Vernon\, BC\, 3304 30th Avenue\, Vernon\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Tweens in Control
ORGANIZER;CN="Gurleen Jassi - CMHA Youth Integrated Services Hub":MAILTO:youth@cmhavernon.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260305T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260305T173000
DTSTAMP:20260416T164215
CREATED:20260106T181413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T181924Z
UID:10013364-1772726400-1772731800@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Teens In Control - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:The Teens in Control program is for youth ages 13-18 years old and consists of a two-day online workshop. Each session is 1.5 hours long and gives youth the opportunity to connect with peers who share similar experiences and interests. \nYouth have the chance to relax and play games while learning about mental illness\, self-care techniques\, and skills for communicating with a loved one with mental illness. \nTeens In Control – Virtual \n\nDate: Runs every Thursday for 8 weeks\, starting January 15\, 2026\nTime: 4:00 – 5:30 PM\nLocation: Virtual via Zoom\nFor more information\, please contact Kayla Arnold at frasereast@bcssyouth.org
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/teens-in-control-virtual/2026-03-05/
LOCATION:BCSS Youth – Virtual
CATEGORIES:Teens in Control
ORGANIZER;CN="Kayla Arnold":MAILTO:frasereast@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260305T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260305T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T164215
CREATED:20260106T175850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T185108Z
UID:10013335-1772735400-1772740800@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:South Vancouver Island Family Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone  \nBCSS Vancouver Island Region is running in-person Family Support Groups for family members and close friends who are supporting a loved one with a severe and persistent mental illness.  \nBCSS Family Support Groups offer a safe and supportive environment for family and friends to share\, ask questions\, and connect with others who are also supporting a loved one with mental illness or substance use disorder. Family Support Groups are led by trained facilitators or educators\, and they provide support and resources to family members and caregivers of individuals with a severe and persistent mental illness. \nFamily Support Group – In-Person \n\nThe support group will be held on every other Thursdays.\nTime: 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm\nLocation: Please contact us for location\nFor more information or to join this family support group\, please contact: \n\nKatie Nickerson at vimanager@bcss.org or 250-686-8422\nJulia Gillis at victoria@bcss.org or 236-638-5516
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/south-vancouver-island-family-support-group-2025-2-2-2-2-2-2/2026-03-05/
CATEGORIES:Family Support Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Julia Gillis":MAILTO:victoria@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260309T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260309T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T164215
CREATED:20260210T223417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T223417Z
UID:10013497-1773070200-1773075600@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Kids In Control - Chilliwack
DESCRIPTION:Kids in Control is a free education and support program for children ages 8 – 12. This is offered to the youth who have a family member with mental illness (e.g. schizophrenia\, bipolar disorder\, depression\, etc.) and/or substance use disorder. It aims to foster resilience and increase knowledge and understanding of mental illness. \nKids in Control (In-Person) \n\nEvery Monday from February 23– April 13\, 2026\nLocation: #2 – 45668 Storey Avenue\, Chilliwack\nTime: 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm\nFor more information or to join this\, please email Carina at carina@ibsi.ca
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/kids-in-control-chilliwack/2026-03-09/
LOCATION:#2 – 45668 Storey Avenue\, Chilliwack\, #2 – 45668 Storey Avenue\, Chilliwack\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Kids In Control
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260309T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260309T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T164215
CREATED:20240417T045126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T190038Z
UID:10008282-1773079200-1773086400@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Nelson Family Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone. \nBCSS West Kooteney is running in-person Family Support Groups for family members and close friends who are supporting a loved one with a severe and persistent mental illness.  \nBCSS Family Support Groups offer a safe and supportive environment for family and friends to share\, ask questions\, and connect with others who are also supporting a loved one with mental illness or substance use disorder. Family Support Groups are led by trained facilitators or educators\, and they provide support and resources to family members and caregivers of individuals with a severe and persistent mental illness. \n  \nFamily Support Group – In-Person \n\nThe support group will be held every 2nd Monday of the month\nTime: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm\nLocation: Nelson United Church –  602 Silica St\, Nelson\, BC\, V1L 4N1\nFor more information or to join this family support group\, please contact Reasha Wolfe at westkootenay@bcss.org
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/nelson-bcss-family-support-group-2nd-mondays-2/2026-03-09/
LOCATION:Nelson United Church\, 602 Silica St\, Nelson\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Support Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Reasha Wolfe":MAILTO:westkootenay@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260309T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260309T203000
DTSTAMP:20260416T164215
CREATED:20260105T195234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T195234Z
UID:10013290-1773082800-1773088200@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Lower Mainland Virtual Family Support Group
DESCRIPTION:BCSS Vancouver Coastal Region is running virtual Family Support Groups for family members and close friends who are supporting a loved one with a severe and persistent mental illness.  \nFamily Support Groups offer a safe and supportive environment for family and friends to share\, ask questions\, and connect with others who are also supporting a loved one with mental illness. Family Support Groups are led by trained facilitators or educators\, and they provide support and resources to family members and caregivers of individuals with severe and persistent mental illness. \n\nDates: January 12 & 27\, February 10 & 23\, March 9 & 31\nLocation: Virtual via Zoom\n\nFor the Zoom link\, please contact Hardeep Thind at 604-787-1814 or coastmanager@bcss.org
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/lower-mainland-virtual-family-support-group-3/2026-03-09/
LOCATION:BCSS – Virtual\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Support Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Hardeep Thind":MAILTO:coastmanager@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260310T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260310T193000
DTSTAMP:20260416T164215
CREATED:20260123T004402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T004402Z
UID:10013414-1773165600-1773171000@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Williams Lake Family Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone. \nBCSS Family Support Groups offer a safe and supportive environment for family and friends to share\, ask questions\, and connect with others who are also supporting a loved one with mental illness or substance use disorder. Family Support Groups are led by trained facilitators or educators\, and they provide support and resources to family members and caregivers of individuals with a severe and persistent mental illness. \nSessions may include various topics\, including: support and empathy from other family members\, techniques for improved communication\, how to access community resources\, mental health services\, and after-hours support. \nLight refreshments provided \nFamily Support Group – In-Person \n\nThe support group will be held every 2nd Tuesday of the month\nTime: 6:00 – 7:30 PM\nLocation: Cariboo Regional District Library Meeting Room – Suite A-180 North Third Avenue\, Williams Lake\, BC\nFor more information or to participate\, please contact Rhea Clements at cariboo@bcss.org
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/williams-lake-family-support-group/2026-03-10/
LOCATION:Cariboo Regional District Library Meeting Room\, Suite A-180\, North Third Avenue\, Williams Lake\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Support Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Rhea Clements":MAILTO:cariboo@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260310T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260310T203000
DTSTAMP:20260416T164215
CREATED:20240527T215007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240527T215007Z
UID:10011174-1773167400-1773174600@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:East Kootenay Virtual Family Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone  \nBCSS Interior Region is running Family Support Groups for family members and close friends who are supporting a loved one with a severe and persistent mental illness.  \nBCSS Family Support Groups offer a safe and supportive environment for family and friends to share\, ask questions\, and connect with others who are also supporting a loved one with mental illness or substance use disorder. Family Support Groups are led by trained facilitators or educators\, and they provide support and resources to family members and caregivers of individuals with a severe and persistent mental illness. \nFamily Support Group – Virtual \n\nThe support group will be held every 2nd Tuesday of the month\nTime: 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm MST\nFor more information or to join this family support group\, please contact Bonnie Spence-Vinge at intmanager@bcss.org\n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/east-kootenay-fsg-2-2/2026-03-10/
CATEGORIES:Family Support Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Bonnie Spence-Vinge":MAILTO:intmanager@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260311T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260311T153000
DTSTAMP:20260416T164215
CREATED:20260106T185303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T185304Z
UID:10013069-1773235800-1773243000@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Smithers Caregivers (Dementia) Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Are you overwhelmed? Don’t know where to turn for help?  If you are caregiving for a loved one who suffers from any form of dementia (including Alzheimer’s)\, we meet monthly to bring caregivers together to share the common challenges of caring for an aging parent or spouse suffering from dementia. \n\nDate: 2nd Wednesday of the month\nTime: 1:30 – 3:30 pm\nLocation: Court House – Main Floor – 3793 Alfred Avenue\, Smithers\, BC\nFor more information or to join this family support group\, please contact Clara Donnelly at bulkleyvalley@bcss.org
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/caregivers-support-group-dementia-2/2026-03-11/
LOCATION:Court House – Main Floor – 3793 Alfred Avenue\, Smithers\, BC\, 3793 Alfred Avenue\, Smithers\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Support Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Clara%C2%A0Donnelly":MAILTO:bulkleyvalley@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260311T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260311T173000
DTSTAMP:20260416T164215
CREATED:20251208T191539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T191540Z
UID:10013230-1773244800-1773250200@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Kids In Control Drop-In Session
DESCRIPTION:Kids In Control Drop-in sessions give youth an opportunity to stay connected with their peers and receive ongoing support. Past participants of our KIC and TWiC workshops are invited to join our virtual drop-in group. Visit BCSS Youth for more details. \nTo join the list for our drop-in groups\, or for more information\, please contact: \nAmber Miner\n(604) 442-7082\nfrasernorth@bcssyouth.org \nMary Beth Hall\n(236) 335-0917\nmanager@bcssyouth.org
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/bcss-youth-kids-and-tweens-in-control-drop-in-session-2-2/2026-03-11/
CATEGORIES:Kids In Control,Tweens in Control
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Beth Hall":MAILTO:manager@bcssyouth.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260316T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260316T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T164215
CREATED:20260210T223417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T223417Z
UID:10013498-1773675000-1773680400@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Kids In Control - Chilliwack
DESCRIPTION:Kids in Control is a free education and support program for children ages 8 – 12. This is offered to the youth who have a family member with mental illness (e.g. schizophrenia\, bipolar disorder\, depression\, etc.) and/or substance use disorder. It aims to foster resilience and increase knowledge and understanding of mental illness. \nKids in Control (In-Person) \n\nEvery Monday from February 23– April 13\, 2026\nLocation: #2 – 45668 Storey Avenue\, Chilliwack\nTime: 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm\nFor more information or to join this\, please email Carina at carina@ibsi.ca
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/kids-in-control-chilliwack/2026-03-16/
LOCATION:#2 – 45668 Storey Avenue\, Chilliwack\, #2 – 45668 Storey Avenue\, Chilliwack\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Kids In Control
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260317T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260317T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T164215
CREATED:20260126T203331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T203331Z
UID:10013436-1773748800-1773752400@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Vancouver Island Family Support Group - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone \nBCSS Vancouver Island is running virtual Family Support Groups for family members and close friends who are supporting a loved one with a severe and persistent mental illness. It is open to anyone living in the Vancouver Island area. This includes the main island\, southern and northern golf islands\, and the surrounding areas. \nFamily Support Groups offer a safe and supportive environment for family and friends to share\, ask questions\, and connect with others who are also supporting a loved one with mental illness. Family Support Groups are led by trained facilitators or educators\, and they provide support and resources to family members and caregivers of individuals with a severe and persistent mental illness. \nFamily Support Group – Virtual \n\nEvery 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month\n Time: 12:00 – 1:00 pm PST\nMeetings are online via Zoom\nFor more information or to join this family support group and receive the zoom link\, please contact:\n\nJulia Gillis at victoria@bcss.org or 236-638-5516\nNicole Parekh at northvi@bcss.org 250-937-0782
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/vancouver-island-family-support-group-virtual/2026-03-17/
LOCATION:BCSS – Virtual\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Support Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Julia Gillis":MAILTO:victoria@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260317T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260317T193000
DTSTAMP:20260416T164215
CREATED:20260210T012735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T012736Z
UID:10012928-1773770400-1773775800@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Northwest Family Support Group - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone  \nBCSS Northwest is running virtual Family Support Groups for family members and close friends who are supporting a loved one with a severe and persistent mental illness. It is open to anyone in the Northwest area\, including Prince Rupert\, Terrace\, Haida Gwaii\, and Bulkley Valley. This program offers a safe and supportive environment for family and friends to share\, ask questions\, and connect with others who are also supporting a loved one with mental illness or substance use disorder. Family Support Groups are led by trained facilitators or educators\, and they provide support and resources to family members and caregivers of individuals with a severe and persistent mental illness. \nFamily Support Group – Virtual \n\nThe support group will be held every 3rd Tuesday of the month\nTime: 6:00 – 7:30 PM\nMeetings are online via Zoom and registration is required.\n\n\nFor more information\, contact Reneé Irvine (princerupert@bcss.org) or Stephanie Gardner (terrace@bcss.org). \n\nNote: This FSG doesn’t run in the months of July and August
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/northwest-virtual-fsg-2/2026-03-17/
CATEGORIES:Family Support Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Stephanie Gardner":MAILTO:terrace@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260317T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260317T193000
DTSTAMP:20260416T164215
CREATED:20260210T012739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T012740Z
UID:10009855-1773770400-1773775800@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Prince Rupert Family Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone  \nBCSS Family Support Groups offer a safe and supportive environment for family and friends to share\, ask questions\, and connect with others who are also supporting a loved one with mental illness or substance use disorder. Family Support Groups are led by trained facilitators or educators\, and they provide support and resources to family members and caregivers of individuals with a severe and persistent mental illness. \n\nThe support group will be held every 3rd Tuesday of the month\nTime: 6:00 – 7:30 pm\nLocation: 635 Mckay Street\, Prince Rupert\, BC\n\nYou can also join virtually if you’re unable to attend in person. \nFor more information\, contact Reneé Irvine (princerupert@bcss.org) or Stephanie Gardner (terrace@bcss.org). \nNote: This FSG doesn’t run in the months of July and August
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/prince-rupert-family-support-group-2-2-2/2026-03-17/
LOCATION:635 Mckay St. Prince Rupert\, BC\, 635 Mckay St\, Prince Rupert\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Support Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Rene%C3%A9 Irvine":MAILTO:princerupert@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260317T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260317T193000
DTSTAMP:20260416T164215
CREATED:20260210T012753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T012754Z
UID:10012869-1773770400-1773775800@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Terrace Family Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone  \nBCSS Family Support Groups offer a safe and supportive environment for family and friends to share\, ask questions\, and connect with others who are also supporting a loved one with mental illness or substance use disorder. Family Support Groups are led by trained facilitators or educators\, and they provide support and resources to family members and caregivers of individuals with a severe and persistent mental illness. \n\nThe support group will be held every 3rd Tuesday of the month\nTime: 6:00 – 7:30 pm\nLocation: #210\, 4546 Park Avenue\, Terrace\, BC\n\nYou can also join virtually if you’re unable to attend in person. \nFor more information\, contact Reneé Irvine (princerupert@bcss.org) or Stephanie Gardner (terrace@bcss.org). \nNote: This FSG doesn’t run in the months of July and August
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/terrace-family-support-group-2/2026-03-17/
LOCATION:210-4546 Park Avenue\, Terrace BC\, 210-4546 Park Avenue\, Terrace\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Support Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Stephanie Gardner":MAILTO:terrace@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260318T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260318T173000
DTSTAMP:20260416T164215
CREATED:20260128T185619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T214008Z
UID:10013469-1773849600-1773855000@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Cowichan Region Family Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone  \nBCSS Cowichan Region is running in-person Family Support Groups for family members and close friends who are supporting a loved one with a severe and persistent mental illness.  \nBCSS Family Support Groups offer a safe and supportive environment for family and friends to share\, ask questions\, and connect with others who are also supporting a loved one with mental illness or substance use disorder. Family Support Groups are led by trained facilitators or educators\, and they provide support and resources to family members and caregivers of individuals with a severe and persistent mental illness. \nFamily Support Group – In-Person \n\nThis meeting meets the third Wednesday of each month\nTime: 4:00 – 5:30 pm\nLocation: Cowichan Community Centre (Maple Room at the 2nd floor) – 2687 James Street\, Duncan\nFor more information or to join this family support group\, please contact Janet Simpson-Cooke at cowichan@bcss.org
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/cowichan-region-family-support-group-4/2026-03-18/
LOCATION:Cowichan Community Centre\, 2687 James Street\, Duncan\, BC\, V9L 2X5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Support Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Janet Simpson-Cooke":MAILTO:cowichan@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T193000
DTSTAMP:20260416T164215
CREATED:20251008T194917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T194918Z
UID:10010273-1773943200-1773948600@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Nanaimo Family Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone  \nBCSS Vancouver Island Region is running in-person Family Support Groups for family members and close friends who are supporting a loved one with a severe and persistent mental illness.  \nBCSS Family Support Groups offer a safe and supportive environment for family and friends to share\, ask questions\, and connect with others who are also supporting a loved one with mental illness or substance use disorder. Family Support Groups are led by trained facilitators or educators\, and they provide support and resources to family members and caregivers of individuals with a severe and persistent mental illness.   \nFamily Support Group – In-Person \n\n3rd Thursday of each month\nTime: 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm\n\nLocation: Bowen Park Complex Room 2 – 500 Bowen Road\, Nanaimo\nFor more information or to join this family support group\, please contact Christine Riddell at 250-937-1403 or centralvi@bcss.org
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/nanaimo-family-support-group-3/2026-03-19/
LOCATION:500 Bowen Road\, Nanaimo\, Bowen Park Complex Room 2 - 500 Bowen Road\, Nanaimo\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Support Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Christine Riddell":MAILTO:vimanager@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T164215
CREATED:20260106T175850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T185108Z
UID:10013336-1773945000-1773950400@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:South Vancouver Island Family Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone  \nBCSS Vancouver Island Region is running in-person Family Support Groups for family members and close friends who are supporting a loved one with a severe and persistent mental illness.  \nBCSS Family Support Groups offer a safe and supportive environment for family and friends to share\, ask questions\, and connect with others who are also supporting a loved one with mental illness or substance use disorder. Family Support Groups are led by trained facilitators or educators\, and they provide support and resources to family members and caregivers of individuals with a severe and persistent mental illness. \nFamily Support Group – In-Person \n\nThe support group will be held on every other Thursdays.\nTime: 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm\nLocation: Please contact us for location\nFor more information or to join this family support group\, please contact: \n\nKatie Nickerson at vimanager@bcss.org or 250-686-8422\nJulia Gillis at victoria@bcss.org or 236-638-5516
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/south-vancouver-island-family-support-group-2025-2-2-2-2-2-2/2026-03-19/
CATEGORIES:Family Support Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Julia Gillis":MAILTO:victoria@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260320T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260320T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T164215
CREATED:20240418T202230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240418T210905Z
UID:10010706-1774011600-1774018800@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Creston Family Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone  \nBCSS Interior Region is running in-person Family Support Groups for family members and close friends who are supporting a loved one with a severe and persistent mental illness.  \nBCSS Family Support Groups offer a safe and supportive environment for family and friends to share\, ask questions\, and connect with others who are also supporting a loved one with mental illness or substance use disorder. Family Support Groups are led by trained facilitators or educators\, and they provide support and resources to family members and caregivers of individuals with a severe and persistent mental illness. \nFamily Support Group – In-Person \n\nThe support group will be held on the third Friday of each month\nTime: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm PST\nLocation: Erickson Covenant Church\nFor more information or to join this family support group\, please contact Bonnie Spence-Vinge at intmanager@bcss.org\n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/creston-family-support-group-3/2026-03-20/
LOCATION:Erickson Covenant Church\, 4017 Canyon-Lister Road\, Erickson\, B.C.\, V0B1K0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Support Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Bonnie Spence-Vinge":MAILTO:intmanager@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260323T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260323T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T164215
CREATED:20260210T223417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T223417Z
UID:10013499-1774279800-1774285200@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Kids In Control - Chilliwack
DESCRIPTION:Kids in Control is a free education and support program for children ages 8 – 12. This is offered to the youth who have a family member with mental illness (e.g. schizophrenia\, bipolar disorder\, depression\, etc.) and/or substance use disorder. It aims to foster resilience and increase knowledge and understanding of mental illness. \nKids in Control (In-Person) \n\nEvery Monday from February 23– April 13\, 2026\nLocation: #2 – 45668 Storey Avenue\, Chilliwack\nTime: 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm\nFor more information or to join this\, please email Carina at carina@ibsi.ca
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/kids-in-control-chilliwack/2026-03-23/
LOCATION:#2 – 45668 Storey Avenue\, Chilliwack\, #2 – 45668 Storey Avenue\, Chilliwack\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Kids In Control
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260323T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260323T193000
DTSTAMP:20260416T164215
CREATED:20251212T183621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T184356Z
UID:10013266-1774288800-1774294200@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Nelson Family Support Group - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone. \nBCSS West Kooteney is running virtual Family Support Groups for family members and close friends who are supporting a loved one with a severe and persistent mental illness.  \nBCSS Family Support Groups offer a safe and supportive environment for family and friends to share\, ask questions\, and connect with others who are also supporting a loved one with mental illness or substance use disorder. Family Support Groups are led by trained facilitators or educators\, and they provide support and resources to family members and caregivers of individuals with a severe and persistent mental illness. \nFamily Support Group – Virtual \n\nThe support group will be held every 4th Monday of the month\nTime: 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm\nSession to be held via Zoom\nFor more information or to join this family support group\, please contact Reasha Wolfe at westkootenay@bcss.org
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/nelson-family-support-group-virtual-2-2/2026-03-23/
LOCATION:BCSS – Virtual\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Support Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Reasha Wolfe":MAILTO:westkootenay@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260324T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260324T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T164215
CREATED:20260303T222250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T222309Z
UID:10013503-1774357200-1774364400@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Vancouver Island Virtual LEAP Workshop
DESCRIPTION:LEAP (Listen-Empathize-Agree-Partner®) is a set of evidence-based practices that create therapeutic alliances and trusting relationships with people suffering from severe mental illness. Designed to build and strengthen mutual respect\, it helps people who are non-adherent\, or partially adherent\, to become more cooperative and engaged in treatment and services\, including medication\, psychotherapy\, psychosocial programs\, club houses\, peer-support\, and supervised housing. \nJoin us for an interactive virtual workshop to learn and practice the method. \n\nDate: Tuesday\, March 24\, 2026\nTime: 1:00 – 3:00 PM\nLocation: Virtual / Online\nShould you wish to join\, kindly contact Janet Simpson-Cooke at cowichan@bcss.org or 250-466-9073
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/vancouver-island-virtual-leap-workshop-2/
LOCATION:BCSS – Virtual\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Janet Simpson-Cooke":MAILTO:cowichan@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260324T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260324T193000
DTSTAMP:20260416T164215
CREATED:20260123T001955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T002019Z
UID:10013403-1774375200-1774380600@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Okanagan/Thompson-Nicola Family Support Group - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone. \nBCSS Interior Region is running a joint virtual Family Support Group for family members and friends within the Okanagan and Thompson-Nicola regions\, who are supporting a loved one with a severe and persistent mental illness. \nBCSS Family Support Groups offer a safe and supportive environment for family and friends to share\, ask questions\, and connect with others who are also supporting a loved one with mental illness or substance use disorder. Family Support Groups are led by trained facilitators or educators\, and they provide support and resources to family members and caregivers of individuals with a severe and persistent mental illness. \nThis meeting will take place over Zoom\, please connect with either educator to receive more information and the Zoom link. \nFamily Support Group – Virtual \n\nThe support group will be held every 4th Tuesday of the month\nTime: 6:00 – 7:30 PM\nMeetings are online via Zoom and registration is required.\nFor more information or to participate\, please contact:\n\nRachael Ernst\, Okanagan Educator\, okanagan@bcss.org\nAnkit Mahawadi\, Thompson-Nicola Educator\, thompsonnicola@bcss.org
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/okanagan-thompson-nicola-family-support-group-virtual/2026-03-24/
LOCATION:BCSS – Virtual\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Support Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Rachael Ernst":MAILTO:okanagan@bcss.org
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