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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-2-2-4/2026-11-03/
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:20261109T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261109T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T004404
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T191834Z
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SUMMARY:Northern Interior SMART Recovery Family & Friends Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone. \nThe Northern Interior 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.  \nIt 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. Trained facilitators or educators lead Family Support Groups\, and they provide support and resources to family members and caregivers of individuals with severe and persistent mental illnesses. \nThis group includes SMART Recovery tools for people affected by the addictive behaviour of a loved one. \nNorthern Interior SMART Recovery Family & Friends Support Group – Virtual \n\nDate: Every 2nd Monday of the month (excluding October)\nTime: 10:30 am – 12:00 pm\nLocation: Virtual via Zoom\nFor more information please contact Michelle at  250-613-3040 or pgeducator@bcss.org
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/northern-interior-smart-recovery-family-friends-support-group/2026-11-09/
LOCATION:BCSS – Virtual\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Support Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Michelle Ellerton":MAILTO:pgeducator@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261109T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261109T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T004404
CREATED:20240417T045126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T190038Z
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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-2/2026-11-09/
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:20261110T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261110T193000
DTSTAMP:20260417T004404
CREATED:20260123T004402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T004402Z
UID:10013422-1794333600-1794339000@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/2026-11-10/
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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DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261110T203000
DTSTAMP:20260417T004404
CREATED:20240527T215007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240527T215007Z
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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-2-2/2026-11-10/
CATEGORIES:Family Support Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Bonnie Spence-Vinge":MAILTO:intmanager@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261111T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261111T153000
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CREATED:20260106T185303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T185304Z
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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-2/2026-11-11/
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:20261113T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261113T114500
DTSTAMP:20260417T004404
CREATED:20260324T220826Z
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SUMMARY:North Vancouver Island Family Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone \nBCSS North Vancouver Island is offering Family Support Groups for family members and close friends who are supporting a loved one with a severe and persistent mental illness. These groups are open to anyone living in the North Vancouver Island region\, including Alert Bay\, Campbell River\, Comox\, Cortes Island\, Courtenay\, Cumberland\, Denman Island\, Gold River\, Hornby Island\, Kyuquot\, Port Alice\, Port Hardy\, Port McNeill\, Sointula\, Tahsis\, and surrounding communities. \nOur Family Support Groups provide a safe\, supportive\, and confidential space where family members and friends can share experiences\, ask questions\, and connect with others who understand what it’s like to support a loved one living with mental illness. Groups are facilitated by trained BCSS educators and offer guidance\, emotional support\, and valuable resources to help families navigate their journeys. \nFamily Support Group – In Person \n\nDates: Every 2nd Friday of the month\nTime: 10:15 – 11:45 AM PST\nLocation: Downtown Courtenay\nFor more information or to join this family support group\, please contact Michelle Gallant at northvi@bcss.org or 250-937-0782\n\n 
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/north-vancouver-island-family-support-group-2/2026-11-13/
LOCATION:Downtown Courtenay
ORGANIZER;CN="Michelle Gallant":MAILTO:northvi@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261116T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261116T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T004404
CREATED:20251105T184139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T220615Z
UID:10013129-1794853800-1794859200@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Haida Gwaii Dementia Care 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. \nA safe space for families and care partners to share\, learn and connect. Sweet treats and good company provided. \nHaida Gwaii Dementia Care Support Group – In-Person \n\nSessions are scheduled every third Monday\nTime: 6:30 – 8:00 pm\nLocation: Seniors Room (beside the library) – 138 Bay St.\, Daajing Giids \nFor more information or to join this family support group\, please contact Shelley Braun at haidagwaii@bcss.org
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/haida-gwaii-dementia-care-support-group/2026-11-16/
LOCATION:Daajing  Giidsv – Seniors Room next to the Daajing Giids Library\, 138 Bay St\,\, Daajing Giidsv\, BC\, V0T 1S0
CATEGORIES:Family Support Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Shelley Braun":MAILTO:haidagwaii@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261117T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261117T133000
DTSTAMP:20260417T004404
CREATED:20260410T205421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T173854Z
UID:10013689-1794916800-1794922200@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: Michelle at northvi@bcss.org or 250-937-0782
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/vancouver-island-family-support-group-virtual-2/2026-11-17/
LOCATION:BCSS – Virtual\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Support Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Michelle Gallant":MAILTO:northvi@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261117T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261117T193000
DTSTAMP:20260417T004404
CREATED:20260210T012735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T012736Z
UID:10012936-1794938400-1794943800@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-2/2026-11-17/
CATEGORIES:Family Support Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Stephanie Gardner":MAILTO:terrace@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261117T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261117T193000
DTSTAMP:20260417T004404
CREATED:20260210T012739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T012740Z
UID:10009863-1794938400-1794943800@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-2-2-2/2026-11-17/
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:20261117T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261117T193000
DTSTAMP:20260417T004404
CREATED:20260210T012753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T012754Z
UID:10012877-1794938400-1794943800@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-2/2026-11-17/
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:20261118T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261118T173000
DTSTAMP:20260417T004404
CREATED:20260415T180920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T180921Z
UID:10013476-1795017600-1795023000@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 Katie Nickerson at vimanager@bcss.org
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/cowichan-region-family-support-group-4-2/2026-11-18/
LOCATION:Cowichan Community Centre\, 2687 James Street\, Duncan\, BC\, V9L 2X5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Support Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261119T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261119T190000
DTSTAMP:20260417T004404
CREATED:20260305T021953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T022053Z
UID:10013511-1795109400-1795114800@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Haida Gwaii Mental Health Workshops
DESCRIPTION: Haida Gwaii Mental Health Workshops: Supporting Our Understanding\, Supporting Our Community \nFree support for families and friends — because no one should have to navigate this alone. \nEach month\, we gather to share experiences\, build confidence\, and grow our capacity to support loved ones living with mental illness and/or a history of addiction. These guided sessions offer a safe\, welcoming space where stories are heard and stigma has no place. \nLight refreshments provided. All are welcome. \n\nDate: Every 3rd Thursday of the month\nTime: 5:30 – 7:00 PM\nLocation: 156 Front Street\, Skidegate | Hlgaagilda (In the little green building beside the Small Hall)\nFor more information\, please reach out to Shelley Braun at haidagwaii@bcss.org
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/haida-gwaii-mental-health-workshops/2026-11-19/
LOCATION:156 Front Street\, Skidegate\, 156 Front Street\, Skidegate\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Shelley Braun":MAILTO:haidagwaii@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261119T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261119T193000
DTSTAMP:20260417T004404
CREATED:20251008T194917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T194918Z
UID:10010281-1795111200-1795116600@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-3/2026-11-19/
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:20261119T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261119T193000
DTSTAMP:20260417T004404
CREATED:20260324T230641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T230641Z
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SUMMARY:Northern Interior Virtual Family Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone. \nThe Northern Interior 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\nDate: Every 3rd Thursday of the month (excluding July and August)\nTime: 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm\nLocation: Virtual via Zoom\nFor more information please contact Michelle at  250-613-3040 or pgeducator@bcss.org
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/northern-interior-virtual-family-support-group/2026-11-19/
LOCATION:BCSS – Virtual\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Support Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Michelle Ellerton":MAILTO:pgeducator@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261120T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261120T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T004404
CREATED:20240418T202230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240418T210905Z
UID:10010714-1795179600-1795186800@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-3/2026-11-20/
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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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261124T173000
DTSTAMP:20260417T004404
CREATED:20260106T190636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T190637Z
UID:10013108-1795536000-1795541400@www.bcss.org
SUMMARY:Smithers Mental Health Family Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Are you overwhelmed? Don’t know where to turn for help?  If you are caregiving for a loved one with mental illness\, we meet monthly to bring caregivers together to share the common challenges. \n\nDate: Last Tuesday of every month\nTime: 4:00 – 5:30 pm\nLocation: 3862-B Broadway Avenue\, Smithers\nFor more information or to join this family support group\, please contact Clara Donnelly at bulkleyvalley@bcss.org
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/mental-health-family-support-group-3-2/2026-11-24/
LOCATION:3862-B Broadway Avenue\, Smithers\, BC V0J 2N0\, 3862-B Broadway Avenue\, Smithers\, BC V0J 2N0\, Smithers\, BC\, V0J 2N0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Support Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Clara%C2%A0Donnelly":MAILTO:bulkleyvalley@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261124T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261124T193000
DTSTAMP:20260417T004405
CREATED:20260123T001955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T002019Z
UID:10013411-1795543200-1795548600@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/2026-11-24/
LOCATION:BCSS – Virtual\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Support Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Rachael Ernst":MAILTO:okanagan@bcss.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261124T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261124T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T004405
CREATED:20240417T060326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T191952Z
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SUMMARY:Cranbrook 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. \n  \nFamily Support Group – In-Person \n\nThe support group will be held every fourth Tuesday of the month\nTime: 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm\nLocation: Cranbrook District Teachers Association Office – #304 – 105 – 9th Avenue South\, Cranbrook\, BC V1C 2M1\nFor more information or to join this family support group\, please contact Bonnie Spence-Vinge at intmanager@bcss.org
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/cranbrook-family-support-group-3/2026-11-24/
LOCATION:Cranbrook District Teachers Association Office\, #304 – 105 – 9th Avenue South\, Cranbrook\, BC\, V1C 2M1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Support Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Bonnie Spence-Vinge":MAILTO:intmanager@bcss.org
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