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BIPOC Media Art Micro Grant
GVAD is sharing this information:
Thinking about applying for a Media Art Micro Grant? Join us for an online info session on Thursday, June 4.
Come meet the micro grant team and bring your questions!
ACCESSIBILITY
ASL interpretation and automated English captions will be provided. To discuss your access needs, please contact us at submissions@cinevolutionmedia.com
We will be joined by special guests Rashi Sethi and Ashleigh Giffen,former grant recipients who will share their experience with the micro grant and the projects they worked on.
Thursday, June 4
5:30pm – 7:30pm
Online via Zoom
Register at link in bio ? zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/info-session-media-art-micro-grant
Jobs: Sign Language Interpreter & Language Acquisition Support Worker
GVAD is sharing this information:
School District 84 (Vancouver Island West) is seeking motivated, dependable individuals who are ready to begin their careers, and we value the connection with training institutes such as yours in supporting students as they transition into the workforce.
At this time, we are actively recruiting for roles such as Sign Language Interpreters and Language Acquisition Support Worker, among others. We recognize that these positions are in high demand within School District 84, and we are keen to connect with qualified graduates who have the interest and training to support students in our schools.
These roles offer meaningful opportunities to apply specialised skills in an educational setting, gain valuable experience, and contribute to inclusive, student-centred learning environments.
Language Acquisition Support Worker — Gold River Worksite
School District 84 is hiring a Language Acquisition Support Worker to support Deaf and hard of hearing K–12 students through ASL instruction, language modelling, communication support, and educational assistance. This position is 6.05 hours per day, starting September 8, 2026.
Pay rate is $33.37/hour. Applications close June 1, 2026 at 10:00 am.
Sign Language Interpreter — Gold River Worksite
School District 84 is hiring a Sign Language Interpreter to provide interpreting services for Deaf and hard of hearing students in school and community settings. This position is 6 hours per day, starting September 8, 2026.
Pay rate is $33.37/hour. Applications close June 1, 2026 at 10:00 am.
GVAD Accessibility Day at Playland
Image description: A colourful event flyer for Accessibility Day at Playland, featuring the GVAD and PNE logos at the top. The title reads “Accessibility Day at Playland” in large bold multicoloured text. Below are the address and time, followed by a box noting sign language interpreters and Video Remote Interpreting will be provided. A carousel, Ferris wheel, and illustrated people enjoying the fair fill the middle. At the bottom, a promo code box reads “USE CODE GVAD26 – The code grants $10 discount!” with a Book Tickets button and contact details.
Accessibility Day at Playland is coming!
Join the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing community for a fun-filled day at the PNE!
Date: June 27, 2026
Time: 11 AM – 6 PM
Where: 2901 E Hastings St, Vancouver, BC V5K 5J1
Sign language interpreters and Video Remote Interpreting will be provided.
?? Use code GVAD26 at checkout to save $10 on your tickets!
Book your tickets: https://ticketleader.evenue.net/promotions
Questions? Email events@gvad.ca
CHHA-YAN – Bowling Night in Vancouver
GVAD is sharing this information:
6 SPOTS REMAINING!
Are you ready for a night of laughs, strikes and good conversation?
Join us for a fun, easygoing evening with other Hard of Hearing young adults from across the Vancouver area (and beyond)! Connect, socialize and enjoy a glow-in-the-dark, 5-Pin bowling experience with the CHHA-YAN community!
JUST ADDED: American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation will be provided by Still Interpreting Inc. for the duration of our event.
BOWLING NIGHT
Thursday, May 28th, 2026 | 6:00-8:30 p.m. PT
Grandview Lanes – Vancouver, BC
5-Pin | Glow-in-the-Dark
RSVP: bit.ly/yanBowl26 (or use the QR code).
All bowling fees are fully covered by CHHA-YAN!
Simply RSVP using the link (or QR code) and wait for your confirmation email* to secure your spot.
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(*) LIMITED CAPACITY: As space is limited, confirmation emails will be sent to approved registrants on a first come, first served basis.
Deaf-Disabled Education Event – Section #1 of the Section #3
Visual Description:
Two people sit at a table in a plain indoor room, facing the camera. The person on the left wears glasses and a green Halifax T-shirt. The person on the right wears a beige T-shirt with a large black-and-white graphic. Both have neutral, serious expressions.
Video Transcript:
Hello everyone!
My name is Brayden. This is my sign name.
I am Deaf-Disabled. I will host an educational event.
My name is Megan, GVAD President. I am here to support Brayden.
What happens during this event?
We have three different sections! The educational event is connected to Deaf-Disabled mental health. We invite everyone to come. Members of the Deaf community: Deaf, Hard of Hearing, DeafBlind, Deaf-Disabled, and signing hearing people. Everyone is welcome here.
Sounds very exciting!
Really very exciting!
I will explain the first section now. The second and third sections will come later, after the first part. First section now.
I will set up the plan for the first section. We will watch a movie! This is a documentary film. This movie is connected with history. It happened in the past. Institutions.
Before, disabled people were locked in institutions. People were locked away, divided, and excluded. They were segregated and left without community. In these institutions, people suffered from abuse.
During this event, we will learn about this topic and expand our understanding of Disabled people history.
Warning: watching this movie may be a heavy experience. The information can be triggering, but it is still an enriching experience. You will learn a lot. You will understand and learn many things about Deaf-Disabled people and also about hearing people with disabilities.
We will go through this history: how it is connected, and how things changed.
You may be shocked. You will notice and analyze how you can change yourself and your values, how to support, and how you treat Deaf-Disabled people in the Deaf community.
How can we make Deaf-Disabled people equally invited into the community? This movie will help you understand this topic.
Wow, that sounds very important to watch!
I am curious: when and where does this event happen?
Saturday, June 20.
When? In the afternoon, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM.
Where? Douglas College. Douglas College. Lecture room.
What room number? 2203.
It is at the New Westminster campus.
Wow! If you are interested in learning history and learning how to communicate with Deaf-Disabled people, come! Watch!
Yes! Looking forward to seeing you all there!
I hope everyone is interested in learning more about this topic. It is important to learn and educate yourself, to change yourself, to analyze, and to discuss how we can understand each other. Empathy for Deaf-Disabled members of our Deaf community.
Thank you!
See you there!
Stay tuned!
Bye!
BC Cultural Society of the Deaf – Family Camp
GVAD is sharing this information:
Join us for a weekend full of connection, laughter, and unforgettable memories at the BC Cultural Society of the Deaf – Family Camp! ?
This special gathering brings together the Deaf community, Hard of Hearing individuals, families, friends, and allies for a warm and welcoming outdoor experience.
Friday, July 31 – Saturday, August 1, 2026
Hazelmere RV Park & Campground, Surrey, BC
What to expect:
• Camping under the stars
• Community bonding & meaningful connections
• Fun outdoor activities
• Family-friendly atmosphere
• Lots of laughter and shared moments
Whether you’re coming with family, friends, or on your own, this camp is all about belonging, connection, and joy.
Who can join?
All ages are welcome! Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and allies are invited to be part of this beautiful community event.
Interested? Fill out this short interest form:
More details coming soon!
ASL Lyrics: Lukas Malkowski | Dancing on the Edge
GVAD is sharing this information:
Lukas Malkowski, a CODA choreographer and performer based in Canada, is presenting his work “Microphone Controller” at the Dancing on the Edge Festival in Vancouver.
The 55-minute piece reimagines the rock concert for Deaf and hearing audiences through choreography, movement, and language. Rooted in CODA identity, it explores the cost of voice, the responsibility of translation, and the space between communication and expression. ASL lyrics are performed by Dawn Jani Birley and Gaitrie Persaud-Killings.
The show runs at Firehall Arts Centre on two dates:
June 8 at 7:00 PM
June 9 at 9:00 PM
Tickets are available through the Dancing on the Edge website.
ASL Lyrics:
Dawn Jani Birley, recipient of the King Charles III Coronation Medal (2025) for her pioneering Deaf-led work with 1s1 Theatre, is an award-winning actor, movement artist, and translator. Her acting versatility has earned her international acclaim. Fluent in five sign languages and with an uncanny ability for languages and storytelling, she founded 1s1 Theatre in Toronto to advance Deaf-led narratives and create new theatrical languages at the intersection of Deaf and hearing worlds. Born in Saskatchewan to a third-generation Deaf family, she proudly identifies as culturally and linguistically Deaf.
Gaitrie Persaud-Killings (she/her) is a Queer Tkaronto-Indo Caribbean raised, Gaitrie isa theatre maker who develops performances using an eclectic mix of visual and physicaltheatre styles. Acting is her passion that she lives for. She had been involved in a big play“The Two Natashas: Our life in Guyana” with her co-actor and collaborator NatashaBacchus. She is also an ASL Music performer, ASL coach and Deaf interpreter of theatre.She is the founder and Artistic Director of Phoenix The Fire which is a theatre communityhub for IBPOC Deaf artists.
DeafDisabled Education Event: The Section #1 of the Section #3
Visual Description:
A portrait-format event flyer with a cream background. The centre features a dark, moody photograph of a large institutional building overlaid with the bold white title “THESE FOUR WALLS.” A row of six gold film festival laurel badges sits below it, alongside a photo of five panellists on stage, some using wheelchairs and walkers. The right side has a teal-bordered info panel. The footer is a solid dark red bar with the GVAD website and tagline in white.
We at GVAD are hosting a DeafDisabled Education Event at Douglas College on Saturday, June 20, 2026.
Join us for a screening of “These Four Walls,” a documentary about the history of institutionalization of disabled individuals in Canada, followed by a guided discussion on how that history shapes how disabled people are viewed in society today.
Date: Saturday, June 20, 2026
Time: 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Location: Douglas College, Lecture Theatre N2203
The event is hosted by Brayden Walterhouse, a DeafDisabled community member working with GVAD and its board members.
GVAD Monthly Dog Meetup!
Visual description:
A cheerful flyer for the Greater Vancouver Association of the Deaf (GVAD) Monthly Dog Meetup. The design features five happy dogs sitting in a sunny park beneath bold, playful event lettering. The bottom section details the free admission, an accessibility note, packing reminders for water and treats, and the contact email events@gvad.ca.
Hello everyone! GVAD is excited to invite you to our Monthly Dog Meetup!
Date: Sunday, June 7, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM
Where: Mundy Park,
641 Hillcrest Street, Coquitlam, BC
Admission: Free!
This is a fun community gathering for Deaf, hard of hearing, DeafBlind, hearing friends, families, and dog lovers to connect and socialize.
Bring your dog, or come without one — everyone is welcome! ?
Please make sure your dog is friendly and comfortable around people and other dogs.
Please note accessibility support is on your own at this time.
Questions? Email events@gvad.ca
Hope to see you there!
Accessibility Committee Recruitment
GVAD is sharing this information:
Join the City of Vancouver Accessibility Committee
We’re seeking members with a wide range of lived experiences and disabilities!
You can apply if:
- You identify as having a disability
- You live in Vancouver
What the Committee Does:
- Provide guidance and advice on the City of Vancouver’s Accessibility Strategy and its renewal
- Review and provide feedback on the Accessibility Strategy departmental action plans with the Multi-Year Action Plan
- Help with the review of public feedback to identify barriers and solutions
To learn more: https://vancouver.ca/people-programs/accessibility-committee.aspx
Call 604-675-5926 to ask for support with the application if needed.
Questions? Call 604-675-5926 or accessibility@vancouver.ca
Deep Cut Open – PDGA C-Tier
GVAD is sharing this information:
The Deep Cut Open is a PDGA-sanctioned C-Tier tournament held at Copper Ridge in Logan Lake, BC. Hosted by Deaf Disc Golfer from Langley, BC, this event marks a historic milestone as one of the first PDGA-sanctioned tournaments centered on Deaf and Hard of Hearing communities in Canada.
This event is open to all players, including Deaf, DeafBlind, Hard of Hearing, and hearing participants. Our goal is to raise awareness, promote accessibility, and bring the community together through disc golf.
Date: September 12, 2026
Format: 1 Round (18 holes)
Location: Copper Ridge Disc Golf Course, Logan Lake, BC
Registration:
Amateurs: $35 CAD
Professionals: $45 CAD
Non-PDGA members: Additional $15 fee (if applicable)
Sponsorship Opportunities:
We are currently seeking additional sponsors, including a Platinum Sponsor, to support this historic event. Sponsorship helps enhance player experience, accessibility, and community impact.
Please contact us if you are interested in partnering.
Supported by BC Deaf Sports Federation, Highland Valley Outdoor Association, and CV World.
All players are welcome.
Wavefront Centre Open House – May 27, 2026
Invitation: Open House
Please join us at Wavefront Centre’s Open House on Wed., May 27, 2026 as we celebrate 70 years of advancing communication accessibility.
This special community event is an opportunity to connect with our team, explore our work firsthand, and learn more about accessibility innovations supporting people who are Deaf, DeafBlind, Hard of Hearing.
Event Details:
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
2005 Quebec Street, Vancouver, BC
Highlights include:
Presentations on video remote interpreting, hearing care, and audio accessibility
Building tours and exhibits
Hearing screenings and care tips
Testimonial booth
Raffle with great prizes
Learn more here:
https://www.wavefrontcentre.ca/client-resources/events/
Advance registration is encouraged:
https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/wavefront-centre-open-house-celebrating-70-years
Continuing Program Worker – Sign Language Interpreter
GVAD is sharing this information:
School District 71 is an inclusive learning community that embraces diversity, fosters relationships and empowers all learners to have a positive impact on the world. Our mission is to work with our educational partners to inspire engaged, compassionate, resilient lifelong learners and cultivate a collaborative community together.
We invite applications for the position of:
- We invite applications for the position of Program Worker – Sign Language Interpreter – Elementary/Secondary, 27.95-28.75 hours per week, Monday through Friday. The current rate of pay is $50.00 per hour.
The primary function of the interpreter is to interpret between people who do not share a common language, such as the deaf and hard of hearing student(s) and their hearing peers, classroom teachers, parents, school staff and administration in the classroom, as well as school activities such as assemblies, field trips, teams, clubs and other educational experiences.
Deaf Deaf World: Deaf Artists
GVAD is sharing this information:
Deaf Deaf World: Deaf Artists
Show and/or sell your artwork at VCC Building B Event Space!
Saturday, June 6, 2026
10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
10 spaces only. First come, first served.
RSVP by Friday, May 29, 2026.
Email Kevin at kettinger@vcc.ca
CLBC Information Workshop
GVAD is sharing this information:
CLBC Parent Info Session: Transitioning Deaf Plus Youth to CLBC Services
Presented by the WellBeing Program and the Deaf Plus Support Team.
Learn about transition timelines, CLBC eligibility, types of services, options for adults with developmental disabilities, and tools to get started. ASL interpreting provided. All parents and caregivers welcome.
Tuesday, May 27, 2026 at 6:30 PM
In person: WellBeing Office, #300-4211 Kingsway, Burnaby
Wednesday, May 28, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Online via Zoom
Registration is required in advance for both sessions. See the flyer for QR codes.
