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ASL Performance: Live in Hell
GVAD is sharing this information:
Name: LIVE IN HELL
Date/Time: ASL Performance on Monday, September 14 at 5pm
Location: Performance Works, 1218 Cartwright St, Vancouver
Description: LIVE IN HELL is your next problematic fave – a comitragedy featuring a self-obsessed and definitely not sexy She-Devil who welcomes the audience into her own personal hell. LIVE IN HELL confronts the evil of the everyday through original songs, joyful transgressions, and puppet therapy.
Tickets: Book tickets through the Vancouver Fringe Festival at https://www.vancouverfringe.com/events/live-in-hell/
BCDSF Burger and Beer Fundraiser
GVAD is sharing this information:
October 17, 2026 at 5 PM.
Rusty’s Pub, 101-17770 Highway 10, Cloverdale, BC.
$30 per ticket.
Includes a hamburger, veggie burger or chicken burger, fries, and one beverage. Non-alcoholic options available.
Raffle baskets, wine baskets, surprise items, and a 50/50 draw.
Only 100 tickets available.
DM Mark Tarchuk or text 604-329-3999 for tickets.
BCCSD Film Screening IDSL
GVAD is sharing this information:
Folks, visiting BC in September?
Don’t miss the exciting lineup for International Week of Deaf People (IWDP) and International Day of Sign Languages (IDSL)!
BCCSD is proud to host a documentary film screening on September 23rd at UBC Robson Square, in celebration of IWDP.
Free admission!
Thank you for celebrating Sign Languages with us this September!
Deaf Bodies in Digital Media Retreat
GVAD is sharing this information:
COMING SOON: DARAS 2027 / BIENTÔT : DARAS 2027
(French below / Français ci-dessous)
Deaf Bodies in Digital Media
June 20 – July 3, 2027
British Columbia, Canada
Deadline: Sept 28.
Open to artists in Canada and International artists.
Two weeks. A private retreat surrounded by nature. A community of Deaf artists with the time and space to experiment, create, connect, and take artistic risks.
DARAS 2027 will explore the relationships between Deaf bodies, signed languages, movement, visual storytelling, and digital media.
No finished project required. Come with questions. Come with curiosity. Come ready to experiment.
– $2,500 Artist Fee
– Travel covered
– Accommodation covered
– Meals provided
Applications are now open!
Application link: https://forms.gle/8GBmEqFausA91yodA
Corps sourds et médias numériques
20 juin – 3 juillet 2027
Colombie-Britannique, Canada
Date limite : 28 septembre
Ouvert aux artistes sourds du Canada et aux artistes sourds internationaux.Deux semaines. Une retraite privée en pleine nature. Une communauté d’artistes sourds avec le temps et l’espace nécessaires pour expérimenter, créer, échanger et prendre des risques artistiques.
DARAS 2027 explorera les relations entre les corps sourds, les langues des signes, le mouvement, la narration visuelle et les médias numériques.
Aucun projet finalisé n’est requis. Venez avec vos questions. Votre curiosité. Et l’envie d’expérimenter.
– Cachet d’artiste : 2 500 $
– Transport pris en charge
– Hébergement pris en charge
– Repas fournis
Les candidatures sont maintenant ouvertes !
Formulaire de candidature: https://forms.gle/QktqMd8j4xiWX3WW8
ASL interpreted: The Economics of What’s Possible: An Evening with Stephanie Kelton
GVAD is sharing this information:
On Thursday, September 24, internationally renowned economist Dr. Stephanie Kelton will join us at the Vancouver Playhouse for a conversation about money, public debt, and the economic stories that shape what we believe is possible.
Date: September 24, 2026
Location: Vancouver Playhouse, 600 Hamilton St, Vancouver
Time: Doors Open: 6:00 pm | Event: 7:00-8:30 pm
The event will include ASL interpretation and CART live captioning, both in person and as part of the livestream.
The evening will also conclude with a moderated audience Q&A, giving attendees an opportunity to ask their own questions and engage directly with Dr. Kelton.
Event link: https://www.sfu.ca/publicsquare/events/2026/economics-of-whats-possible.html
OVAD’s Annual General Meeting
GVAD is sharing this information:
Join us Saturday, October 17th, 2026 at 3pm at the 4 Points by Sheraton Kelowna Airport (5505 Airport Way) for our Annual General Meeting!
We’ll cover yearly highlights, the president’s report, financial overview, board nominations and elections, community input, and a member Q&A.
This year is extra special since OVAD is celebrating its 40th anniversary with a gala the same day.
Check out the gala flyer for details if you’re interested.
Questions or concerns?
Email us at OVADevents@gmail.com.
Hope to see you there!
Rally: Poverty Level Support NOW!
GVAD is sharing this information:
Hosted by the Disability Action Page of BC
We the PWD of BC demand dignity and an adequate financial support $1950/mo, equal and tied to Market Basket Measure (MBM). No more government-imposed poverty in BC!
Monday, October 5, 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM
BC Legislature, Victoria, BC
This comes after decades of government-imposed poverty, discrimination, oppression, abuse & alienation by the many Provincial Governments & Politicians.
We are calling for the monthly Disability Income Support to be equal & tied to the Official Poverty Level of Canada, once & for all.
People with disabilities should not have to choose between paying rent, buying groceries, accessing medication, or meeting other basic needs.
Full event details on Disability Action Page of BC Facebook page:
https://www.facebook.com/people/Disability-Action-Page-of-Canada/100064706614866/
GVAD Online Raffle is here!
Visual Description: A festive raffle flyer with bold red “50/50 RAFFLE” and golden “online” text. Golden and green “50% JACKPOT” lettering, decorated with stars and sparkles. Below, a red banner lists ticket prices, followed by sales and draw dates, a QR code, and the raffle link. The background has a teal and white mountains geometric pattern.
Our Online Raffle is here!
For 100 years, GVAD has united Deaf people to celebrate our culture, build community, and advocate for our rights.
Your raffle tickets help fund Deaf Interpreters and ASL interpreters, making community events more accessible for Deaf, DeafBlind, and Hard of Hearing members.
Don’t miss your chance at 50% of the jackpot! Grab your tickets today and help make our community more accessible.
Ticket prices:
20 tickets for $40
10 tickets for $25
5 tickets for $10
1 ticket for $5
Sales end Friday, September 25, 2026.
Draw date is Wednesday, September 30, 2026.
Get your tickets now at https://gvad.ca/raffle
PNE Accessibility Day with GVAD: Thank You to Our Partners
Visual Description: A festive flyer with a blue-teal gradient background and faint carnival line art. Three photos in a film-strip frame show a person signing and celebrating at PNE attractions, including an ice show and a red carpet stage. Below, a thank-you message and partner acknowledgment cards for Wavefront, PNE, and Still Interpreting appear on white backgrounds, with the GVAD logo at the bottom.
We had so much fun on August 25, connecting with our Deaf, Deaf-Blind, and Hard of Hearing community at the PNE!
PNE Accessibility Day brought live interpreting, communication access, and VRI services so everyone could enjoy the shows, rides, and games together.
GVAD is so grateful to our accessibility partners. PNE for hosting Accessibility Day and welcoming our community. Wavefront Centre for Communication Accessibility for VRI services and communication access. Still Interpreting for live interpreting and communication access all day.
We are grateful for partners who make events like this possible.
GVAD Corn Party 2026 Wrap Up
Visual Description: A flyer with a collage of photos from Corn Party 2026, showing groups of people at picnic tables eating and talking, a wide shot of the park with tents and a crowd gathered, a person tossing a bag toss game, two people smiling together at a table, kids playing with building blocks, and people laughing together on an inflatable bounce castle.
GVAD’s Corn Party 2026 was a huge success!
We had over 100 attendees and volunteers join us for a day of games, food, and community.
Thank you to DYT and FNDC for lending us games and equipment, and deep appreciation to Dan Lecours and every volunteer who made this happen.
We cannot wait to see you at Corn Party 2027!
ASL interpreted: Murder for Two
ASL-interpreted theatrical show: Murder for Two
Date: October 3, 2026
Time: 7:30pm
Location: Anvil Theatre, 777 Columbia St, New Westminster, BC V3M 1B6
Price: $18.75
Book by Kellen Blair and Joe Kinosian
Lyrics by Kellen Blair
Music by Joe Kinosian
Description: It takes two to tango and two to pull off a wild musical murder comedy!
Murder for Two is the story of a disastrous surprise birthday party for novelist Arthur Whitney. The big surprise was that one of the guests murdered the novelist because he had the habit of revealing his friends darkest, naughtiest secrets in his novels.
First on the scene is small town cop Marcus Moscowicz, who has dreams of becoming a big city detective, and solving this case in record time could be his ticket to the big time. There are 13 suspects and they all have good reason to want Whitney dead and buried, so Moscowicz has his job cut out for him.
Duration: 90 minutes. No intermission.
GVAD Corn Party 2026
Visual Description:
Two men sit side by side in front of a vibrant background filled with golden corn kernels. The man on the left wears a black t-shirt, glasses, and a silver chain necklace. The man on the right wears a navy blue GVAD t-shirt. The GVAD logo appears in the bottom right corner.
Video Transcript:
Hi everyone! I’m Sul, GVAD’s Event Planner.
And I’m Paul, a GVAD Director at Large.
We’re excited to invite you to the GVAD Corn Party!
Join us Saturday, August 22, from 11 AM to 5 PM.
Where? At Central Park in Burnaby!
Come hungry! We’ll have burgers and hotdogs, beef, chicken, veggie, and halal options, plus corn, chips, and drinks!
And there’s something for everyone! I would like to add for you: Kids can enjoy the bouncy castle and fun activities, while adults can join in on card games, life-size Connect 4, Spikeball, and more activities there!
Bring your family, bring your friends, and come spend the day with us!
Tickets are available online or in person at the GVAD office. We’d love to see you there!
See you at the Corn Party!
Buy ticket here: https://form.jotform.com/262065687393064
A Tribute to Jo-Anne Robinson – Legacy & Achievements
Enclosed is the attached 21-page article of Jo-Anne Robinson’s Life and Times – once an all-time swimming star and a long-standing contributor towards Deaf Sports and Culture in Canada. It features many photos and achievements throughout her career as an athlete and a contributor. Her lifelong endeavours towards the Deaf community of any kind are huge. After her death, nothing can fill the emptiness of a world around us without her.
We will always carry the heavy burden of her untimely death in our hearts. We will take her legacy of fearlessness, involvement and adventure to heart by living every day the way she lived hers.
More than anything else, upon the tribute being delivered to hundreds of Deaf people across Canada, we as Deaf citizens or athletes want to thank everyone for recognizing the unforgettable legacy of Jo-Anne Robinson. We will always remember the joy and light Jo-Anne brought into our lives as her soul rests in peace. Finally, we thank you for honouring Jo-Anne.
ASL Interpreted: First-Time Home Buyer Workshop
GVAD is sharing this information:
Thinking about buying your first home?
A FREE First-Time Home Buyer Workshop where I’ll explain the home-buying process and answer your questions.
We’ll cover:
How much home you can afford
Down payment options
How the mortgage approval process works
Common mistakes first-time buyers should avoid
Presented in ASL with English interpretation
Online via Zoom
Open to first-time home buyers anywhere in Canada
Saturday, September 12, 2026
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM ET
Can’t make it live? No problem. Everyone who registers will receive the workshop replay after the event.
Register for free: fowad.ca/workshop
Know someone buying their first home? Feel free to share this post.
VCC: Opening Job Opportunity
GVAD is sharing this information:
Opening Job Opportunity!
Looking for *backup* instructors.
*auxiliary, supplementary, extra*
Deaf & Hard of Hearing Adults
English & Numeracy Upgrading
Application Closing Date:
August 14, 2026 | 11:59 PM PST
The Deaf & Hard of Hearing Department is always looking for talented and passionate individuals to work with deaf and hard-of-hearing students in the teaching areas of American Sign Language, English & Numeracy, and Employment.
If you are interested, please keep an eye on the VCC career page and the DHH’s social media outlets!
