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June 17, 2021

JUNE 2021: National Indigenous History Month

June is National Indigenous History Month

Hey everyone, as we are coming up on National Indigenous Peoples Day (June 21) we are also commemorating the 25th anniversary of National Indigenous History Month – here are some ideas to help find an opportunity to participate:

Visit the Government of Canada webpage about National Indigenous History Month 2021
Check out this interactive events map or this events listing page
Plan a visit to a local art gallery – this summer, the Rotary Centre for the Arts in Kelowna is showing three Indigenous artists’ video works inside a unique mobile gallery
Watch visuals and movies made by Indigenous artists – there are some ideas to start with here
Listen to storytelling and podcasts here
Learn more about National Indigenous History Month by reading here
Visit the Indigenous Tourism BC website and plan a staycation
Check out these creative and interactive resources
Explore the stories of Indigenous History-Makers here
Find out what’s going on with your local library – the Fernie Heritage Library is hosting a week of events to celebrate the culture and heritage of Canada’s indigenous peoples

Share what’s going on in your community below in the comments!

June 17, 2021June 17, 2021

Celebrate National Indigenous History Month…

…with a WEBINAR TOMORROW (June 18) from 9 am – 12 pm! The webinar is called “How Indigenous Businesses Reflect Worldviews, Values, and Ways of Life” and it is presented by Small Business BC. Click here if you want to REGISTER.

Here’s what it’s about:

COURSE DESCRIPTION

In advance of National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21, 2021, let’s celebrate the heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding achievements of First Nations in BC, with a special focus on entrepreneurs and small businesses!
This webinar will cover how Indigenous businesses reflect Indigenous worldviews, cultural values, and ways of life. We will play, explore, and share some of our favourite examples.
Join Erika Doehring, Gwich’in granddaughter and together we will foster community, celebrate Indigenous peoples and our successes, and highlight how Indigenous businesses thrive in diversity.
Central Okanagan Economic Development Commission website

June 16, 2021

ONLINE: Concussion Awareness Training Tool

Hey everyone, one of our awesome employees passed along a great resource with online training about concussions provided through the BC Injury Research and Prevention Unit (BCIRPU) here. It’s called the Concussion Awareness Training Tool (CATT), and it includes educational modules and resources developed for different perspectives (i.e. taking training as a medical professional, as a coach, as a parent or caregiver…etc.). Check it out!

https://cattonline.com/

June 16, 2021

Have Your Say in…Kelowna park design!

Hey everyone, as part of our “Have Your Say” series letting you know about opportunities to get involved (and self-advocate!) in your community — check out this opportunity to weigh in on the design of Ballou Park upgrades, and this opportunity to stay connected to ongoing City projects that impact YOU, including the Abbott Street active transportation corridor. Get involved!

June 14, 2021June 4, 2021

REMINDER: Have Your Say…

Last week we asked you to take a few minutes to help us by answering a question about your experiences over the past year. Please consider taking this opportunity to check in!

You can click here to be taken to the question page. Thanks!

June 7, 2021June 4, 2021

Have Your Say In…the CCSS Check In!

Hey everyone, we usually send out an annual feedback survey that we had to postpone last year due to the impact of COVID-19.

We know there will be a time to look back on our COVID-19 experience and ask, “How did we do…” and, “What could we do better…” (and we will!). For now, if you can weigh in on one short question that will help us understand your experience so far, it would be really helpful to us.

While we recognize that we have not had a “typical” year of supports and services, we think it’s still important to check in with you.

You can click here to be taken to the question page. Thanks!

May 19, 2021May 7, 2021

FSI Calendar for Connection!

Looking for something socially-distanced and safe to do? Check out the Family Support Institute’s Calendar for Connection here!

Here’s how they say it works:

Looking for ways to meet new people and stay socially connected? This calendar was created to help people with diverse abilities know about different fun and inclusive opportunities to connect with others during COVID-19.
Double click on any event to view more details or click the button below to check out events and activities happening all over BC. We are always looking for new events to share on our calendar! If you would like to add an event to our calendar, please contact: fsi@fsibc.com.
Family Support Institute CALENDAR FOR CONNECTION

May 12, 2021May 7, 2021

SOBC “Women in Sport” event!

Special Olympics BC (SOBC) is hosting a virtual forum called “Women in Sport” on May 31, with four featured speakers:

Amanda Jones, UBC’s only full-time female strength and conditioning coach, will discuss Physical Activity.
Lois McNary, Special Olympics BC’s Vice President, Sport, and member of the Coquitlam Sports Hall of Fame, will discuss Leadership.
Kimberly Rutledge, psychology and biology student at UBC Okanagan, advocate for mental wellness, science, and inclusion, and the sister of SOBC–Kelowna athlete Kassidy, will discuss Sexual Health.
Shelbi Snodgrass, counselling psychology master’s student and mental performance consultant, will discuss Mental Wellness.

Find more information, including the link to register, here.

May 7, 2021May 4, 2021

BE PREPARED: Make a Plan!

As part of our Emergency Preparedness Week series, we are focusing today on making an EMERGENCY PLAN — that means have a plan on what you will do right away when an emergency happens.

There is a list of details to think about on the GetPrepared website, and this is a great place to start making your plan. It’s also important to think about any accessibility or disability related needs.

There is a video here you can watch that will help you with your planning – check it out!

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