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Join BC Schizophrenia Society and Plan Institute for an informative webinar on the Disability Tax Credit (DTC). The Disability Tax Credit is a non-refundable tax credit that may help reduce income tax and open the door to other valuable programs and benefits, including the Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP). Date: Thursday, October 26, 2026 Time: 6:00... 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. 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... |
4 events,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 issues. Through games, crafts, and stigma-free conversations about mental health, kids will gain tools they can use for... 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. Date: 4th Tuesday of every month Time: 4:00 - 5:30 pm Location: 3862-B Broadway Avenue, Smithers For more information or to join this family... Strengthening Families Together (SFT) is a program that provides knowledge, support, and tools for families to better cope with serious mental illnesses. Participating families learn about the impacts of stigma as well as information about psychosis, schizophrenia, mood disorders, and other severe and persistent mental illnesses. Topics covered include treatments for mental illness, side effects,... Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone BCSS 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. BCSS Family Support Groups offer a safe and supportive environment for... |
2 events,This six-session program provides knowledge, support, and tools for families to cope better with mental illnesses. Through discussion and group exercises, families build supportive connections with others who share similar experiences and learn how to access BCSS Family Support Groups, services, and other resources available across the province. Families and caregivers learn: Reliable information about... 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 issues. Through games, crafts, and stigma-free conversations about mental health, kids will gain tools they can... |
3 events,This free 8-week psychoeducational program is intended for youth, ages 13 – 18 years old, who have a family member or friend with a mental illness or substance use issue. Official diagnosis is not needed. Each session will provide youth with the opportunity to connect with peers who share similar experiences while learning about mental... Kids in Control is a free, supportive 8-week program for youth ages 8–12 who are impacted by mental illness in their family. Through games, crafts, and stigma-free conversations about mental health, kids learn coping strategies they can use for life. Kids in Control (In-Person) Thursdays from October 22 - December 10, 2026 Location: 2895 Chowat... Strengthening Families Together (SFT) is a program that provides knowledge, support, and tools for families to better cope with serious mental illnesses. Participating families learn about the impacts of stigma as well as information about psychosis, schizophrenia, mood disorders, and other severe and persistent mental illnesses. Topics covered include treatments for mental illness, side effects,... |
1 event,Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone BCSS Vancouver Island region is offering Family Support Groups for family members and close friends who are supporting a loved one with a severe and persistent mental illness. Our Family Support Groups provide a safe, supportive, and confidential space... |
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3 events,Strengthening Families Together is a free, six-session program that provides knowledge, support, and tools for families to better cope with mental illnesses. Participating families learn about the impacts of stigma as well as information about psychosis, schizophrenia, mood disorders, and other severe and persistent mental illnesses. Topics covered include treatments for mental illness, side effects,... 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. A safe space for families... Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone BCSS 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. Family Support Groups offer a safe and supportive environment for family... |
4 events,Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone Vancouver Island is offering Family Support Groups, which provide 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 schizophrenia. Family Support Groups... 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 issues. Through games, crafts, and stigma-free conversations about mental health, kids will gain tools they can use for... Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone BCSS 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. BCSS Family Support Groups offer a safe and supportive environment... Strengthening Families Together (SFT) is a program that provides knowledge, support, and tools for families to better cope with serious mental illnesses. Participating families learn about the impacts of stigma as well as information about psychosis, schizophrenia, mood disorders, and other severe and persistent mental illnesses. Topics covered include treatments for mental illness, side effects,... |
3 events,This six-session program provides knowledge, support, and tools for families to cope better with mental illnesses. Through discussion and group exercises, families build supportive connections with others who share similar experiences and learn how to access BCSS Family Support Groups, services, and other resources available across the province. Families and caregivers learn: Reliable information about... 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. To join the list for our drop-in groups, or for more information, please contact: Mary Beth Hall... 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 issues. Through games, crafts, and stigma-free conversations about mental health, kids will gain tools they can... |
4 events,This free 8-week psychoeducational program is intended for youth, ages 13 – 18 years old, who have a family member or friend with a mental illness or substance use issue. Official diagnosis is not needed. Each session will provide youth with the opportunity to connect with peers who share similar experiences while learning about mental... Kids in Control is a free, supportive 8-week program for youth ages 8–12 who are impacted by mental illness in their family. Through games, crafts, and stigma-free conversations about mental health, kids learn coping strategies they can use for life. Kids in Control (In-Person) Thursdays from October 22 - December 10, 2026 Location: 2895 Chowat... Strengthening Families Together (SFT) is a program that provides knowledge, support, and tools for families to better cope with serious mental illnesses. Participating families learn about the impacts of stigma as well as information about psychosis, schizophrenia, mood disorders, and other severe and persistent mental illnesses. Topics covered include treatments for mental illness, side effects,...
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To thank you for your support, the BC Schizophrenia Society and BC Schizophrenia Society Foundation cordially invite you to our Donor Appreciation Event. Date: Thursday, November 5, 2026 Location: Arbutus Club, Strathcona Room, 2001 Nanton Ave, Vancouver Time: Doors open at 6:00 PM | Formal remarks 6:30 PM–7:30 PM This is an opportunity to celebrate...
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1 event,Strengthening Families Together (SFT) is a program that provides knowledge, support, and tools for families to better cope with serious mental illnesses. Participating families learn about the impacts of stigma as well as information about psychosis, schizophrenia, mood disorders, and other severe and persistent mental illnesses. Topics covered include treatments for mental illness, side effects,... |
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4 events,Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone. The 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. It offers a safe and supportive environment for family and friends to... Strengthening Families Together is a free, six-session program that provides knowledge, support, and tools for families to better cope with mental illnesses. Participating families learn about the impacts of stigma as well as information about psychosis, schizophrenia, mood disorders, and other severe and persistent mental illnesses. Topics covered include treatments for mental illness, side effects,... Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone. BCSS 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. BCSS Family Support Groups offer a safe and supportive environment for... 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. 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... |
6 events,This six-session program provides knowledge, support, and tools for families to cope better with mental illnesses. Through discussion and group exercises, families build supportive connections with others who share similar experiences and learn how to access BCSS Family Support Groups, services, and other resources available across the province. Families and caregivers learn: Reliable information about... 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 issues. Through games, crafts, and stigma-free conversations about mental health, kids will gain tools they can use for... Strengthening Families Together (SFT) is a program that provides knowledge, support, and tools for families to better cope with serious mental illnesses. Participating families learn about the impacts of stigma as well as information about psychosis, schizophrenia, mood disorders, and other severe and persistent mental illnesses. Topics covered include treatments for mental illness, side effects,... Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone BCSS 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. BCSS Family Support Groups offer a safe and supportive environment for... Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone. BCSS 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... Strengthening Families Together (SFT) is a 6-session program for anyone who has a caring relationship with people who are living with a mental illness. This will be a virtual course with two sessions a week for 3 weeks scheduled on Tuesdays and Thursdays starting November 10 from 7:00pm to 8:30pm Participating families learn about the... |
2 events,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. Date: 2nd Wednesday of the month... 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. To join the list for our drop-in groups, or for more information, please contact: Mary Beth... |
5 events,This free 8-week psychoeducational program is intended for youth, ages 13 – 18 years old, who have a family member or friend with a mental illness or substance use issue. Official diagnosis is not needed. Each session will provide youth with the opportunity to connect with peers who share similar experiences while learning about mental... Kids in Control is a free, supportive 8-week program for youth ages 8–12 who are impacted by mental illness in their family. Through games, crafts, and stigma-free conversations about mental health, kids learn coping strategies they can use for life. Kids in Control (In-Person) Thursdays from October 22 - December 10, 2026 Location: 2895 Chowat... Strengthening Families Together (SFT) is a program that provides knowledge, support, and tools for families to better cope with serious mental illnesses. Participating families learn about the impacts of stigma as well as information about psychosis, schizophrenia, mood disorders, and other severe and persistent mental illnesses. Topics covered include treatments for mental illness, side effects,... Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone BCSS 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. BCSS Family Support Groups offer a safe and supportive environment... Strengthening Families Together (SFT) is a 6-session program for anyone who has a caring relationship with people who are living with a mental illness. This will be a virtual course with two sessions a week for 3 weeks scheduled on Tuesdays and Thursdays starting November 10 from 7:00pm to 8:30pm Participating families learn about the... |
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1 event,Strengthening Families Together (SFT) is a program that provides knowledge, support, and tools for families to better cope with serious mental illnesses. Participating families learn about the impacts of stigma as well as information about psychosis, schizophrenia, mood disorders, and other severe and persistent mental illnesses. Topics covered include treatments for mental illness, side effects,... |
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1 event,Strengthening Families Together is a free, six-session program that provides knowledge, support, and tools for families to better cope with mental illnesses. Participating families learn about the impacts of stigma as well as information about psychosis, schizophrenia, mood disorders, and other severe and persistent mental illnesses. Topics covered include treatments for mental illness, side effects,... |
8 events,Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone Vancouver Island is offering Family Support Groups, which provide 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 schizophrenia. Family Support Groups... 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 issues. Through games, crafts, and stigma-free conversations about mental health, kids will gain tools they can use for... Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone BCSS 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... Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone BCSS 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... Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone BCSS 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... Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone. BCSS 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. BCSS Family Support Groups offer a safe and supportive environment... Strengthening Families Together (SFT) is a 6-session program for anyone who has a caring relationship with people who are living with a mental illness. This will be a virtual course with two sessions a week for 3 weeks scheduled on Tuesdays and Thursdays starting November 10 from 7:00pm to 8:30pm Participating families learn about the... 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. 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... |
4 events,This six-session program provides knowledge, support, and tools for families to cope better with mental illnesses. Through discussion and group exercises, families build supportive connections with others who share similar experiences and learn how to access BCSS Family Support Groups, services, and other resources available across the province. Families and caregivers learn: Reliable information about... Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone BCSS 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. BCSS Family Support Groups offer a safe and supportive environment for... 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 issues. Through games, crafts, and stigma-free conversations about mental health, kids will gain tools they can... Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone. BCSS 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. BCSS Family Support... |
6 events,This free 8-week psychoeducational program is intended for youth, ages 13 – 18 years old, who have a family member or friend with a mental illness or substance use issue. Official diagnosis is not needed. Each session will provide youth with the opportunity to connect with peers who share similar experiences while learning about mental... Kids in Control is a free, supportive 8-week program for youth ages 8–12 who are impacted by mental illness in their family. Through games, crafts, and stigma-free conversations about mental health, kids learn coping strategies they can use for life. Kids in Control (In-Person) Thursdays from October 22 - December 10, 2026 Location: 2895 Chowat... Haida Gwaii Mental Health Workshops: Supporting Our Understanding, Supporting Our Community Free support for families and friends — because no one should have to navigate this alone. Each 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... Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone. The 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. BCSS Family Support Groups offer a safe and supportive environment for... Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone BCSS 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. BCSS Family Support Groups offer a safe and supportive environment... Strengthening Families Together (SFT) is a 6-session program for anyone who has a caring relationship with people who are living with a mental illness. This will be a virtual course with two sessions a week for 3 weeks scheduled on Tuesdays and Thursdays starting November 10 from 7:00pm to 8:30pm Participating families learn about the... |
1 event,Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone BCSS 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. BCSS Family Support Groups offer a safe and supportive environment for... |
1 event,Strengthening Families Together (SFT) is a program that provides knowledge, support, and tools for families to better cope with serious mental illnesses. Participating families learn about the impacts of stigma as well as information about psychosis, schizophrenia, mood disorders, and other severe and persistent mental illnesses. Topics covered include treatments for mental illness, side effects,... |
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3 events,Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone. BCSS 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. BCSS Family Support Groups offer a safe and supportive environment... Strengthening Families Together is a free, six-session program that provides knowledge, support, and tools for families to better cope with mental illnesses. Participating families learn about the impacts of stigma as well as information about psychosis, schizophrenia, mood disorders, and other severe and persistent mental illnesses. Topics covered include treatments for mental illness, side effects,... 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. A safe space for families... |
3 events,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. Date: 4th Tuesday of every month Time: 4:00 - 5:30 pm Location: 3862-B Broadway Avenue, Smithers For more information or to join this family... Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone BCSS 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. BCSS Family Support Groups offer a safe and supportive environment for... Strengthening Families Together (SFT) is a 6-session program for anyone who has a caring relationship with people who are living with a mental illness. This will be a virtual course with two sessions a week for 3 weeks scheduled on Tuesdays and Thursdays starting November 10 from 7:00pm to 8:30pm Participating families learn about the... |
1 event,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 issues. Through games, crafts, and stigma-free conversations about mental health, kids will gain tools they can... |
4 events,Kids in Control is a free, supportive 8-week program for youth ages 8–12 who are impacted by mental illness in their family. Through games, crafts, and stigma-free conversations about mental health, kids learn coping strategies they can use for life. Kids in Control (In-Person) Thursdays from October 22 - December 10, 2026 Location: 2895 Chowat... Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone BCSS 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. BCSS Family Support Groups offer a safe and supportive environment... Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone BCSS 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. Family Support Groups offer a safe and supportive environment for family... Strengthening Families Together (SFT) is a 6-session program for anyone who has a caring relationship with people who are living with a mental illness. This will be a virtual course with two sessions a week for 3 weeks scheduled on Tuesdays and Thursdays starting November 10 from 7:00pm to 8:30pm Participating families learn about the... |
1 event,Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone BCSS Vancouver Island Region runs Family Support Groups for family members and close friends who are supporting a loved one with a severe and persistent mental illness. This offers a safe and supportive environment for family and friends... |
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1 event,Strengthening Families Together is a free, six-session program that provides knowledge, support, and tools for families to better cope with mental illnesses. Participating families learn about the impacts of stigma as well as information about psychosis, schizophrenia, mood disorders, and other severe and persistent mental illnesses. Topics covered include treatments for mental illness, side effects,... |
3 events,Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone Vancouver Island is offering Family Support Groups, which provide 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 schizophrenia. Family Support Groups... Do you have a friend or family member living with mental illness? – You are not alone BCSS 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. BCSS Family Support Groups offer a safe and supportive environment... 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. 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... |
2 events,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. To join the list for our drop-in groups, or for more information, please contact: Mary Beth Hall... 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 issues. Through games, crafts, and stigma-free conversations about mental health, kids will gain tools they can... |
1 event,Kids in Control is a free, supportive 8-week program for youth ages 8–12 who are impacted by mental illness in their family. Through games, crafts, and stigma-free conversations about mental health, kids learn coping strategies they can use for life. Kids in Control (In-Person) Thursdays from October 22 - December 10, 2026 Location: 2895 Chowat... |
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