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SUMMARY:Disability Tax Credit Webinar with Plan Institute
DESCRIPTION: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). \n\nDate: Thursday\, October 26\, 2026\n\nTime: 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm\nLocation: Online via Zoom\nTo join\, register via bcss.org/dtcwebinar\n\nDuring this session\, Plan Institute will explain: \n\nWhat the Disability Tax Credit is\nWho may be eligible\nHow to apply\nCommon challenges and tips for completing the application\nBenefits and programs that may become available once approved\nResources and supports for individuals and families\n\nThere will also be an opportunity for questions and answers. Whether you are applying for yourself\, supporting a family member\, or simply looking for more information\, this session will provide practical guidance to help you navigate the process. \nPresenter: Plan Institute’s Program Coordinator\, Solana Vannus. Solana brings a background in supporting and caring for individuals in the disability community\, including six years as a family liaison and mental health support worker. Her education includes certifications in mental health and addictions\, an Associate Degree in Arts and Science\, and a Bachelor of Professional Communication from Royal Roads University. Solana is passionate about building community and uplifting the voices of those who need to be heard. In her free time\, she enjoys listening to audiobooks and spending time with her beloved cat\, Petunia. \nHosted By: BC Schizophrenia Society’s (BCSS) Interior Regional Manager\, Bonnie Spence-Vinge. \nPlease note: This webinar is intended for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal\, financial\, or tax advice. Individual circumstances may vary.
URL:https://www.bcss.org/event/disability-tax-credit-webinar-with-plan-institute/
LOCATION:BCSS – Virtual\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Special Presentation
ORGANIZER;CN="Bonnie Spence-Vinge":MAILTO:intmanager@bcss.org
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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 – 8:00 pm MST\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-3-2/2026-10-27/
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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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: 6:00 – 7:30 pm PST\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-2-2-2/2026-11-10/
CATEGORIES:Family Support Group
ORGANIZER;CN="Bonnie Spence-Vinge":MAILTO:intmanager@bcss.org
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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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