๐ Events Calendar
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โก Quick Summary (30 seconds)
- Real-Time Sync: Events calendar is now LIVE with automatic updates!
- Auto-Sync Calendar: Subscribe to our ICS feed for automatic event updates (131+ events!)
- User Events: Events created in the 3mpwrApp automatically appear on this site within 5 minutes
- Built-In Events: Disability awareness days, health observances, Canadian & provincial holidays included
- All Accessible: Every event includes accessibility details, virtual options, and energy costs
- Fast Updates: Website refreshes every 5 minutes, calendar feed updates hourly
- Universal Compatibility: Works with iPhone, Android, Mac, Windows, all calendar apps
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๐ Upcoming Events (Live from App)
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๐ Real-Time Auto-Sync: Events created in the 3mpwrApp automatically appear below. Updates every 5 minutes.
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๐ฒ Subscribe to Auto-Updating Calendar
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โ Real-Time Calendar Sync is Live!
Subscribe now to get automatic event updates!
Our real-time calendar synchronization system is now active and includes:
- โ User-created events from the 3mpwrApp (synced within 5 minutes)
- โ Disability awareness days (International Day of Persons with Disabilities, etc.)
- โ Health observances (Mental Health Week, Chronic Pain Awareness Month, etc.)
- โ Canadian holidays
- โ Provincial holidays (based on your settings)
๐ Calendar Feed URL (ICS Format):
๐ก Tip: Copy this URL and paste it into your calendar app (instructions below)
๐ Updates automatically every 5 minutes to include new events from the community!
๐ฑ How to Subscribe
โ Subscribe in 3 Easy Steps!
Choose your platform below and follow the step-by-step instructions:
๐ฑ iPhone / iPad (iOS)
Tap to see iOS Calendar instructions
- Open the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad
- Scroll down and tap Calendar
- Tap Accounts
- Tap Add Account
- Tap Other at the bottom
- Tap Add Subscribed Calendar
- Paste this URL:
https://3mpwrapp-calendar.empowrapp08162025.workers.dev/events.ics?env=production - Tap Next
- Tap Save
โ Done! Events will now appear in your Calendar app and update automatically.
๐ค Android (Google Calendar)
Tap to see Android/Google Calendar instructions
- Open Google Calendar on your computer (calendar.google.com) - Note: Must use desktop, not mobile app
- On the left side, look for "Other calendars"
- Click the + (plus sign) next to "Other calendars"
- Click "From URL"
- Paste this URL:
https://3mpwrapp-calendar.empowrapp08162025.workers.dev/events.ics?env=production - Click "Add calendar"
โ Done! Events will sync to your Android phone automatically within a few hours.
๐ macOS (Mac Calendar)
Click to see macOS Calendar instructions
- Open the Calendar app on your Mac
- Click File in the menu bar
- Click New Calendar Subscription...
- Paste this URL:
https://3mpwrapp-calendar.empowrapp08162025.workers.dev/events.ics?env=production - Click Subscribe
- Choose a name: 3mpwrApp Events
- Set auto-refresh to: Every hour (or your preference)
- Click OK
โ Done! Events will now appear in Calendar and update automatically.
๐ป Windows (Outlook)
Click to see Outlook instructions
- Open Outlook on your computer
- Click the Calendar icon at the bottom left
- Right-click "My Calendars"
- Click "Add Calendar"
- Click "Subscribe from web"
- Paste this URL:
https://3mpwrapp-calendar.empowrapp08162025.workers.dev/events.ics?env=production - Enter a name: 3mpwrApp Events
- Click Import
โ Done! Events will sync to your Outlook calendar automatically.
๐ Web (Google Calendar / Outlook Web)
Click to see web calendar instructions
For Google Calendar Web:
- Go to calendar.google.com
- Look for "Other calendars" on the left
- Click the + (plus sign)
- Click "From URL"
- Paste:
https://3mpwrapp-calendar.empowrapp08162025.workers.dev/events.ics?env=production - Click "Add calendar"
For Outlook Web:
- Go to outlook.live.com/calendar
- Click "Add calendar"
- Click "Subscribe from web"
- Paste the URL above
- Name it 3mpwrApp Events
- Click "Import"
โ How to Verify Itโs Working
Once subscribed, look for these indicators:
- โ Calendar shows "3mpwrApp Events" or similar name in your calendar list
- โ Events appear in your calendar app with full details (dates, locations, accessibility info)
- โ Your calendar auto-updates every few hours with new events
- โ You receive notifications based on your calendar app's notification settings
- โ Events display with accessibility badges (ASL, captions, wheelchair access, etc.)
๐ก Quick Test: Open your calendar app and look for upcoming events. You should see disability awareness days, holidays, and any community events that have been created in the app.
๐ง Troubleshooting
โ Events not showing up in my calendar
This is usually due to calendar app refresh delays. Here's what to check:
- Check if subscription was added correctly:
- Look for "3mpwrApp Events" in your calendar list
- Make sure it's enabled/visible (check the checkbox next to it)
- Verify the URL was pasted correctly:
- URL should be:
https://your-worker.workers.dev/events.ics?env=production - No extra spaces or characters
- URL should be:
- Force a manual refresh:
- iOS: Settings โ Calendar โ Accounts โ Subscribed Calendars โ 3mpwrApp Events โ Refresh
- macOS: Calendar โ View โ Refresh All
- Google Calendar: Wait up to 24 hours, then check again
- Outlook: Right-click calendar โ Update
- Check device settings:
- Ensure internet connection is active
- Check that calendar sync is enabled
- Make sure device date/time is correct
- Wait for sync cycle:
- New events appear on website within 5 minutes
- Calendar apps may take 1-24 hours to sync
๐ก Quick test: Visit the ICS feed URL in your browser. If you see calendar data, the feed is working. The issue is with your calendar app's sync.
โฐ Events not updating / New events don't appear
Understanding update delays:
- When an event is created in the app:
- Saved to Firestore instantly
- Appears on website within 5 minutes
- Calendar feed updates within 1 hour (cached for performance)
- Your calendar app's refresh rate:
- iOS/macOS: Usually within a few hours
- Google Calendar: Up to 24 hours after feed updates
- Outlook: Hourly to daily depending on settings
- Total delay: Up to 24-48 hours from event creation to calendar app display
๐ก For immediate updates: Check the website at 3mpwrapp.pages.dev/events which updates every 5 minutes!
๐ Events showing wrong time or timezone
Timezone handling:
- All events in the ICS feed are stored in UTC (Coordinated Universal Time)
- Your calendar app should automatically convert them to your local timezone
- If times look wrong:
- Check your device's timezone settings
- Make sure "Set time automatically" is enabled
- Verify your location settings are correct
- If you travel to a different timezone:
- Events should automatically adjust to the new timezone
- Force a calendar refresh if they don't
๐๏ธ How to unsubscribe from the calendar
To remove the calendar subscription:
iOS/macOS:
- Open Calendar app
- Tap/click "Calendars"
- Find "3mpwrApp Events"
- Tap/click the info (โน๏ธ) button
- Tap/click "Delete Calendar" or "Unsubscribe"
- Confirm
Google Calendar:
- Go to Settings
- Find "3mpwrApp Events" in the calendar list
- Click the three dots (โฎ)
- Select "Remove calendar"
- Confirm
Outlook:
- Right-click on "3mpwrApp Events" in the calendar list
- Select "Delete Calendar"
- Confirm
๐ Still having issues?
Contact us at empowrapp08162025@gmail.com with:
- Your device/platform (iPhone, Android, Mac, Windows, etc.)
- Calendar app you're using (Apple Calendar, Google Calendar, Outlook, etc.)
- Screenshot of any error messages
- What you've already tried
We'll help you get it working!
๐ How Event Auto-Sync Works
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Real-time calendar synchronization is now live! Hereโs how it works:
For Event Organizers:
- ๐ฑ Create event in the 3mpwrApp
- โ Add all accessibility details (wheelchair access, ASL, quiet room, etc.)
- ๐ Toggle โMake Publicโ to list it publicly
- ๐พ Event is saved to Firestore database (
events_productioncollection) - ๐ Your event appears on this website within 5 minutes
- ๐ฒ Subscribed calendars update within a few hours (up to 24 hours for Google Calendar)
For Event Attendees:
- ๐ Browse all public events on this website (updates every 5 minutes)
- ๐ Subscribe to ICS feed for automatic calendar sync
- ๐ฒ Get automatic updates when new events are added
- โฟ See all accessibility info before attending
- ๐๏ธ RSVP directly from calendar or website
- ๐ Events automatically convert to your local timezone
Technical Details (For Calendar Nerds):
- ๐ก Format: Standard iCalendar (.ics) format
- ๐ฆ Data Source: Firestore collections (
events_productionfor live,events_previewfor testing) - โฑ๏ธ Website Updates: Every 5 minutes from Firestore via Cloudflare Worker API
- โฑ๏ธ Calendar Feed: Updates hourly (cached via Cloudflare KV for performance)
- ๐ Compatible with: Google Calendar, Apple Calendar, Outlook, Thunderbird, and all standard calendar apps
- ๐ Privacy: Only events marked โpublicโ appear in feed
- ๐ Timezones: All events stored in UTC, automatically converted by your calendar app
- ๐ Automation: Real-time sync: App โ Firestore โ Cloudflare Worker โ Your Calendar
- ๐ฏ Reliability: Hosted on Cloudflare Workers with global CDN for fast, reliable access worldwide
- ๐ Content: User-created events + disability awareness days + health observances + Canadian holidays + provincial holidays
- ๐ Performance: Cloudflare KV cache ensures sub-100ms response times globally
- ๐ Security: CORS enabled for website access, service account authentication for Firestore
๐ Event Types You Can Expect
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Community members will be able to create diverse events:
๐ Educational:
- Disability rights workshops
- Know-your-rights sessions
- WSIB/WCB navigation clinics
- Accessibility training
- Self-advocacy skills
- Technology tutorials
๐ค Support & Community:
- Peer support groups (chronic pain, mental health, specific conditions)
- Caregiver meetups
- Social gatherings
- Online hangouts
- Hobby groups
- Mentorship circles
๐ฃ Advocacy & Organizing:
- Rallies and protests
- Town halls with politicians
- Community organizing meetings
- Coalition building sessions
- Strategy planning meetings
- Direct actions
๐ช Wellness & Recreation:
- Adaptive yoga or fitness classes
- Art therapy sessions
- Accessible outdoor activities
- Gaming nights
- Virtual movie screenings
- Meditation and mindfulness
๐ผ Professional Development:
- Job search support groups
- Resume workshops
- Interview prep sessions
- Entrepreneurship meetups
- Skill-sharing exchanges
- Networking events
๐ Celebrations:
- Disability Pride events
- Community achievements
- Fundraisers
- Awareness days
- Cultural celebrations
- Milestone parties
All event types include full accessibility information and virtual attendance options!
โฟ Accessibility Information
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Every event listing will include:
Physical Accessibility:
- โฟ Wheelchair accessibility (entrance, bathrooms, seating)
- ๐ Accessible parking details
- ๐ Public transit accessibility
- ๐ช Automatic doors
- ๐ Elevator availability
- ๐ Exact entrance location with photos
Sensory Accommodations:
- ๐ง Quiet rooms or break spaces
- ๐ Noise level expectations
- ๐ก Lighting details (bright, dim, flashing lights warning)
- ๐จ Sensory-friendly options
- ๐งฉ Stimming-friendly spaces
Communication Access:
- ๐ค ASL interpretation availability
- ๐ CART (live captioning)
- ๐ Materials in large print or braille
- ๐ Plain language summaries
- ๐ Interpretation in other languages
Participation Options:
- ๐ป Virtual attendance link
- ๐น Recording available after event
- ๐ค Multiple ways to participate (speak, chat, raise hand)
- ๐ Energy level required
- โฑ๏ธ Duration and break schedule
Health & Safety:
- ๐ท Mask requirements or recommendations
- ๐ฆ Ventilation information
- ๐งผ Hand sanitizer availability
- ๐ Service animal policy
- ๐ Medication storage if needed
- ๐ฝ๏ธ Food allergy considerations
Support Services:
- ๐งโ๐คโ๐ง Personal support worker welcome
- ๐จโ๐ฉโ๐ง Companion or caregiver invited
- ๐ถ Childcare available
- ๐ฝ Gender-neutral and accessible bathrooms
- ๐ฉน First aid available
- ๐ Emergency contact
๐ Energy Cost System
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Every event will be tagged with energy cost:
- ๐ Very Light: Online, short (under 30 min), low stimulation
- ๐๐ Light: Online or quiet in-person, 30-60 min, minimal interaction required
- ๐๐๐ Medium: 1-2 hours, moderate social interaction, some stimulation
- ๐๐๐๐ High: 2-4 hours, active participation, crowded or stimulating
- ๐๐๐๐๐ Very High: Full day, high energy required, intense stimulation
You can filter events by energy level so you only see what you can manage on any given day!
๐ฏ How to Create an Event
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Once the app launches, creating events is simple:
- ๐ฑ Open 3mpwrApp
- โ Tap โCreate Eventโ
- ๐ Fill in details:
- Event name and description
- Date, time, duration
- Location (physical address and/or virtual link)
- All accessibility features
- Energy cost level
- Registration/RSVP requirements
- ๐ Choose visibility:
- Public: Appears on website calendar and ICS feed
- Group-only: Only visible to specific groups you manage
- Private: Invite-only, not listed publicly
- โ Publish!
Your event automatically:
- Appears on this website (if public)
- Shows in ICS feed subscribersโ calendars
- Sends notifications to interested community members
- Includes all accessibility details
- Allows easy RSVP tracking
๐ก Event Ideas You Can Organize
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Need inspiration? Here are events our community might create:
Weekly/Monthly Recurring:
- ๐ฃ๏ธ Chronic pain support group (every Tuesday, 7pm, virtual)
- ๐ฎ Gaming night for disabled gamers (every Friday, 8pm, Discord)
- ๐ง Gentle adaptive yoga (every Monday/Wednesday, 10am, hybrid)
- ๐ Disability book club (monthly, virtual)
- โ Coffee meetup for local members (monthly, rotating accessible cafes)
One-Time Events:
- ๐ฃ Rally for accessible transit (date TBD, city hall)
- ๐ WSIB appeals workshop (Saturday, 2pm, community center)
- ๐ Disability Pride celebration (June, park with accessible facilities)
- ๐๏ธ Town hall with MPP about healthcare access (date TBD, virtual + in-person)
- ๐จ Accessible art showcase (one evening, gallery)
Awareness & Education:
- ๐ง Invisible disability awareness panel
- ๐ช Self-advocacy skills training
- โ๏ธ Know your workplace rights session
- ๐ค Allyship 101 for non-disabled supporters
- ๐ฅ Navigating healthcare as a disabled person
Social & Community:
- ๐ฌ Accessible movie screening
- ๐ฝ๏ธ Potluck at accessible venue
- ๐ถ Slow-paced accessible nature walk
- ๐ญ Theater outing with ASL interpretation
- ๐จ Craft circle (sensory-friendly)
The possibilities are endless - organize what your community needs!
๐ Whatโs Included in the Calendar Feed?
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When you subscribe, you get 131+ events automatically, including:
๐๏ธ Disability Awareness Days
- International Day of Persons with Disabilities (December 3)
- World Autism Awareness Day (April 2)
- Global Accessibility Awareness Day (3rd Thursday of May)
- National AccessAbility Week (Canada, last full week of May)
- International Day of Sign Languages (September 23)
- White Cane Safety Day (October 15)
- World Mental Health Day (October 10)
- And many more!
๐ฅ Health Observances
- Mental Health Week (Canada, May)
- Chronic Pain Awareness Month (September)
- Disability Employment Awareness Month (October)
- National Epilepsy Awareness Month (November)
- Rare Disease Day (Last day of February)
- World MS Day (May 30)
- Fibromyalgia Awareness Day (May 12)
- Plus health observances for dozens of conditions!
๐จ๐ฆ Canadian Holidays
- New Year's Day
- Canada Day (July 1)
- Labour Day (First Monday in September)
- Thanksgiving (Second Monday in October)
- Remembrance Day (November 11)
- Christmas Day
- Boxing Day
- And more!
๐๏ธ Provincial Holidays
The calendar includes provincial holidays for:
- Alberta (Family Day, Heritage Day)
- British Columbia (BC Day, Family Day)
- Manitoba (Louis Riel Day)
- New Brunswick (New Brunswick Day)
- Newfoundland & Labrador (St. Patrick's Day, St. George's Day, Discovery Day, etc.)
- Northwest Territories (National Indigenous Peoples Day)
- Nova Scotia (Heritage Day)
- Nunavut (Nunavut Day)
- Ontario (Family Day, Civic Holiday)
- Prince Edward Island (Islander Day)
- Quebec (National Patriots' Day, Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day)
- Saskatchewan (Family Day, Saskatchewan Day)
- Yukon (Discovery Day, National Indigenous Peoples Day)
๐ฅ Community Events
User-created events from the 3mpwrApp community:
- Rallies and protests
- Support groups and meetups
- Workshops and training sessions
- Social gatherings
- Virtual events and webinars
- Advocacy campaigns
- And whatever else the community creates!
๐ก Pro Tip: Even if you don't attend every event, having awareness days in your calendar helps you:
- Stay informed about important dates in the disability community
- Plan advocacy actions around awareness days
- Share information on social media during observances
- Never miss a holiday or provincial observance
- Connect with others around shared experiences and conditions
โ Need Help with Calendar Subscription?
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๐ Comprehensive Support Available
We've provided detailed troubleshooting above. If you're still having issues:
- โ Check the troubleshooting section above for common issues
- โ Verify your calendar feed URL is correct
- โ Force a manual refresh in your calendar app
- โ Check that the calendar is enabled/visible
- โ Visit the website directly for instant updates (refreshes every 5 minutes)
๏ฟฝ Still stuck? Contact us and we'll help you troubleshoot!
๐ Calendar Feed Stats
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Website Update Time
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Calendar Feed Refresh
131+
Built-In Events
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<li><strong>Your calendar app's refresh rate:</strong>
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<li>Even after the ICS updates, your calendar app needs to sync</li>
<li>iOS/macOS: Usually within a few hours</li>
<li>Google Calendar: Up to 24 hours after ICS updates</li>
<li>Total delay: 1-2 days from event creation to calendar app display</li>
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<p style="margin-top: 1rem;"><strong>๐ก For immediate updates:</strong> Check the website at <a href="/events/">3mpwrapp.pages.dev/events</a> which updates every 5 minutes!</p>
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๐ Events showing wrong time or timezone
Timezone handling:
- All events in the ICS feed are stored in UTC (Coordinated Universal Time)
- Your calendar app should automatically convert them to your local timezone
- If times look wrong:
- Check your device's timezone settings
- Make sure "Set time automatically" is enabled
- Verify your location settings are correct
- If you travel to a different timezone:
- Events should automatically adjust to the new timezone
- Force a calendar refresh if they don't
๐๏ธ How to unsubscribe from the calendar
To remove the calendar subscription:
iOS/macOS:
- Open Calendar app
- Tap/click "Calendars"
- Find "3mpwrApp Events"
- Tap/click the info (โน๏ธ) button
- Tap/click "Delete Calendar" or "Unsubscribe"
- Confirm
Google Calendar:
- Go to Settings
- Find "3mpwrApp Events" in the calendar list
- Click the three dots (โฎ)
- Select "Remove calendar"
- Confirm
Outlook:
- Right-click on "3mpwrApp Events" in the calendar list
- Select "Delete Calendar"
- Confirm
๐ Still having issues?
Contact us at empowrapp08162025@gmail.com with:
- Your device/platform (iPhone, Android, Mac, Windows, etc.)
- Calendar app you're using (Apple Calendar, Google Calendar, Outlook, etc.)
- Screenshot of any error messages
- What you've already tried
We'll help you get it working!
๏ฟฝ Quick Reference Card
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๏ฟฝ Real-Time Calendar Sync is Live!
๐ Calendar Feed URL:
๐ Total Events:
131+
๐ Update Frequency:
Every 5 min
๐ Included:
- User-created events
- Disability awareness days
- Health observances
- Canadian holidays
- Provincial holidays
- Auto-updates hourly
โ Compatible With:
๐ฑ iPhone โข ๐ค Android โข ๐ Mac โข ๐ช Windows
๐ง Outlook โข ๐ Google Calendar โข ๐๏ธ Apple Calendar โข โก All standard calendar apps
๐ก Pro Tips:
- Subscribe once, stay updated forever
- New events appear automatically (within 1-24 hours)
- Website updates faster (every 5 minutes)
- All events include full accessibility info
- Free forever - no account needed to subscribe
๏ฟฝ๐ Questions About Events?
Want to organize an event?
๐ง Email: empowrapp08162025@gmail.com
Need help with accessibility planning?
๐ง Email: empowrapp08162025@gmail.com
Have a venue accessibility question?
๐ง Email: empowrapp08162025@gmail.com
Technical issues with calendar feed?
๐ง Email: empowrapp08162025@gmail.com
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