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SUMMARY:FMS Staff Hiring (virtual)
DESCRIPTION:2025/2026 FMS Learning Series  \nInclusion Alberta’s Darrell Cook Family Managed Supports Resource Centre presents:  \nFMS Staff Hiring\nHiring and training new staff is one of the most important responsibilities for families using individualized funding through FMS/FSCD. A thoughtful and well-structured process ensures that staff are set up for success in supporting your family members. Families and Fund Administrators play a critical role in shaping and maintaining strong\, respectful working relationships with their staff.   \nJoin us for a session that provides practical guidance on staff hiring processes. We will explore how to conduct interviews\, complete reference and police checks and clarify the difference between employees and contractors (self-employed). Participants will learn how to communicate clear job expectations\, review administrative requirements\, and establish effective communication practices.   \nKey concepts include:   \n\nConducting effective pre-screening processes and interviews \n\n\nUnderstanding responsibilities with employees or contractor (self-employed) staff  \n\n\nSetting clear expectations for staff  \n\n\nManaging required documentation  \n\nWorkshop Presenters: Kate Hughson & Sydney Bachynsky  \nDate: February 3\, 2026  \nTime: 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm  \nLocation: VIRTUAL  \nRegistration Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/rnUp7gnKQrKpPZKPqaRg4Q   \n 
URL:https://inclusionalberta.org/event/fms-staff-hiring-virtual/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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SUMMARY:Friendship\, Belonging\, and Community: Creating Pathways to Connection (Calgary)
DESCRIPTION:2025/2026 FMS Learning Series  \nInclusion Alberta’s Darrell Cook Family Managed Supports Resource Centre presents:  \nFriendship\, Belonging\, and Community: Creating Pathways to Connection  \nFriendships and social connections are at the heart of living a good life. They bring joy\, support\, and a sense of belonging\, helping us weather challenges and celebrate milestones together. Yet too many people with intellectual disabilities experience loneliness and isolation\, which deeply impacts health and well-being.  \nThis engaging session will explore practical strategies for creating opportunities that spark community engagement and foster genuine relationships. Families\, individuals and FMS or FSCD staff will gain tools to support people with intellectual disabilities in building authentic connections rooted in their unique interests and strengths. Together\, we’ll discover how support staff can serve as bridges to friendship\, and how communities can open doors to belonging.  \nKey takeaways:  \n\nFostering belonging and connection in everyday community life \n\n\nUsing individual talents and interests as catalysts for relationships \n\n\nCreating inclusive opportunities through community pathways \n\n\nSupporting the development of natural and lasting friendships \n\n  \nWorkshop Presenters: TBA  \nDate: February 7th\, 2026  \nTime: 10:00am – 3:00pm   \nLocation: Inglewood Community Association Hall\, 1740 24 Ave SE\, Calgary AB  \nRegistration Link: https://forms.office.com/r/Nme8EVxszV  
URL:https://inclusionalberta.org/event/creating-and-facilitating-relationships-through-community-engagement-calgary/
LOCATION:Inglewood Community Centre\, 1740 24 Ave SE\, Calgary\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:FMS Learning Series
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SUMMARY:Creating a Home (Calgary)
DESCRIPTION:2025/2026 FMS Learning Series  \nInclusion Alberta’s Darrell Cook Family Managed Supports Resource Centre  presents:  \nCreating A Home: Exploring Options Beyond the Four Walls  \nHome is more than a roof overhead—it’s the place where we feel safe\, shape our identity\, and experience belonging. For people with intellectual disabilities\, having a home of their own is just as essential as it is for anyone else. Yet\, rising housing costs and the default reliance on group living often makes it challenging to imagine other possibilities.  \nIn this session\, we’ll explore practical and creative approaches to making a home of one’s own possible. Families\, individuals and FMS staff will gain tools and strategies to design individualized support\, consider affordable and inclusive housing options\, and envision homes that truly reflect personal choice\, stage of life\, and individuality. Together\, we’ll look at how to move beyond traditional models and make “home” a reality.  \nKey takeaways:  \n\nVisioning and planning for a suitable home for your loved one \n\n\nUsing individualized funding (FMS) to create tailored home supports \n\n\nExploring creative and affordable housing strategies in today’s economy \n\n\nBuilding networks of support for long-term stability in community \n\nWorkshop Presenters: TBA  \nDate: March 14th\, 2026  \nTime: 10:00am – 3:00pm   \nLocation: Inglewood Community Association Hall\, 1740 24 Ave SE\, Calgary AB  \nRegistration link: https://forms.office.com/r/rABKpCcbib  
URL:https://inclusionalberta.org/event/creating-a-home-calgary/
LOCATION:Inglewood Community Centre\, 1740 24 Ave SE\, Calgary\, Alberta\, Canada
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SUMMARY:2026 Inclusion Alberta Family Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 2026 Inclusion Alberta Family Conference\, April 17-18\, 2026 at the Fantasyland Hotel in Edmonton! \nThe 2026 Inclusion Alberta Family Conference is a time for individuals with intellectual disabilities\, their families\, allies and support staff as well as those working in the disability and education fields to come together and learn from keynote speakers and other experienced families. It’s a great opportunity to deepen your knowledge and commitment to assisting children and adults with intellectual disabilities to live fully inclusive and meaningful lives in their community. The Conference is the largest and longest standing of its kind in the world and offers fully-inclusive onsite child and teen care so parents and guardians can enjoy the Conference worry-free. \nThe Conference features two full-day workshops on Friday:  \n\nFamilies and support staff can learn practical ways to plan for an inclusive life with Janet Klees\nEducators and families can learn to use Positive Behavioural Interventions and Supports to meaningfully include children with complex needs in the class with Virginia Walker\n\nPlus\, a variety of morning and afternoon sessions to choose from on Saturday. \nSession topics include: \n\nInclusive education\nFirst Nations disability supports\nThe role of siblings\nCollective action to protect and advance inclusion\nInclusive employment\nSupported decision making\nSustaining resilience and hope\n\nLearn more and get tickets here.
URL:https://inclusionalberta.org/event/2026-inclusion-alberta-family-conference/
LOCATION:Fantasyland Hotel – WEM\, 17700 87 Ave NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5T 4V4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Conference
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SUMMARY:The Peter Lee Golf Classic
DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday\, June 23\, 2026\, join us for an amazing day of golf in support of Inclusion Alberta! Inclusive employers NFP present the 6th Annual Peter Lee Golf Classic at The Links at Spruce Grove. Registration fee is $150/golfer with all proceeds going to Inclusion Alberta. Register as a single or put together a group and join us for a VERY fun day that starts with staggered tee times at 8am\, includes lunch and great hole in ones and prizes. \nTo register online or to sponsor the tournament\, visit: http://weblink.donorperfect.com/PeterLeeClassic2026
URL:https://inclusionalberta.org/event/the-peter-lee-golf-classic-2/
LOCATION:Links at Spruce Grove\, 100 Links Rd\, Spruce Grove\, Alberta\, T7X 3B4\, Canada
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SUMMARY:2026 Koch Classic Golf Tournament
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, July 4th\, 2026 at the Ranch Golf and Country Club in Edmonton for The 7th Annual Koch Classic Golf Tournament! This tournament raises funds for the Hannah Gunderson Memorial Fund\, administered by Inclusion Alberta. \nRegistration fee is $195/golfer. Texas scramble with an 8am shotgun start. \nRegister online and learn more about sponsorship opportunities at: http://weblink.donorperfect.com/KochClassic2026 \nAbout the Hannah Gunderson Memorial Fund: \nThe Hannah Gunderson Memorial Fund is administered by Inclusion Alberta and provides financial support to students with intellectual disabilities aspiring to pursue Inclusive Post-Secondary Education\, but are unable to due to financial barriers. Due to these funds\, students have the opportunity to learn and develop new skills alongside their peers\, create and maintain valuable relationships\, and contribute to campus life. Your contribution guarantees more students are able to gain knowledge and professional development experiences related to their career ambitions\, setting them up for success and improving the projection of their future. Post-Secondary education is life changing for individuals supported by this fund\, with 70-80% of the students reaching positive employment outcomes. Alberta has the highest number of fully inclusive post-secondary opportunities for students with intellectual disabilities\, more than any other jurisdiction in the world\, helping individuals reach their full potential and contribute their passions and experiences.
URL:https://inclusionalberta.org/event/2026-koch-classic-golf-tournament/
LOCATION:The Ranch Golf & Country Club\, 9574 Pinchback Rd\, Acheson\, Alberta\, T7X 5A2\, Canada
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