Join Family Councils Ontario for a series of in-person events across Ontario, bringing together family council members, long-term care partners, and community leaders for days of collaboration, reflection, and connection.
Held in celebration of Family Council Week (June 6–12), the FCO Tour 2026 will explore how we can strengthen care and foster a deeper sense of belonging in long-term care communities.
For more information, visit: https://www.fco.ngo/connecting-through-care-2026
Kingston - Tuesday, May 19, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
In partnership with the Family Council Network of Kingston and Area, we invite you to a day of learning, connection, and dialogue. The feature presentation will focus on person-centred and inclusive care practices, culture change in long-term care, and strategies to strengthen Family Councils. The day includes community booths, networking, and a Heart Beats Club-inspired movement session led by Kylie Vanderform.
Location:
Trillium Care Community
790 Edgar Street, Kingston, ON (Court Building)
Register Here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/belonging-and-community-in-action-kingston
Oakville - Thursday, June 4, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
This featured session will highlight compassionate, community-based approaches to supporting individuals and families navigating grief and life-limiting illness. Participants will also explore practical strategies to build and sustain strong Family Councils. Rooted in creating a safe, non-judgmental space, the session will explore how people are supported to share concerns, process grief, and navigate difficult life transitions with dignity and care.
Location:
Post Inn Village
203 Georgian Drive, Oakville, ON
Register Here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/connecting-through-care-belonging-and-community-in-action-oakville
Sudbury - Wednesday, June 10, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Featuring The Relational Approach: A New Way to Care Together, this interactive session led by Deborah Bakti will explore trust, communication, and relationship-building in long-term care. Participants will leave with practical tools and language they can apply right away.
Location:
Pioneer Manor
960 Notre Dame Ave, Sudbury, ON
Register Here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/connecting-through-care-belonging-and-community-in-action-sudbury
Virtual - Thursday, June 11, 2026
This virtual event will bring the FCO Tour experience online, making it accessible to participants from across the province. In partnership with the Ontario CLRI, this session will feature a presentation focused on advancing knowledge, sharing leading practices, and strengthening connections across long-term care communities.
Time: TBD
This is an online session via Microsoft Teams Event
Register Here: COMING SOON