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Queer ASL: Last chance to join our June-Aug classes

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Hey everybody!

We had some class spots open up due to things shuffling around behind the scenes, as well as opening a few new classes, so we wanted to reach out one last time before our June-Aug cycle starts (June 11th onwards).

If you have already registered & paid, don’t panic. You’re totally good. We are emailing everyone on our mailing list, hence you getting this email. If you registered but haven’t gotten ANY emails from us, our emails might be going straight into your spam box. Reach out and we can get this sorted! If you went MIA and didn’t respond to our deadline email, you may have been removed from your class but it’s not too late to snag it back if you want to!

Please click below to hop over to our website for check out what’s available! I’d encourage you to add yourself to the waiting list for 102-104 as we often have spots open up right before/after class starts!

Register for a Class! (queerasl.com)

ASL Only Procurement Webinar: Introduction to Federal Procurement

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Pacific Region

ASL Core Presentation Series:

Introduction to Federal Procurement

Wednesday, June 28, 2023

11:30am – 1pm Pacific Standard Time / 12:30pm – 4pm Eastern Standard Time

ASL Ask PAC Anything Drop In Hour

June 29, 2023 12pm – 1pm PST/3pm – 4pm EST

We invite you to attend our webinar to introduce you to federal procurement and get an idea what the process on contracts put out by the Government of Canada. If you own a business and use American Sign Language and want to learn more about bidding on contracts, this presentation is for you!

Our presenter is Deaf and will deliver the presentation in ASL only.

Description of presentation:

Are you considering selling to the Government of Canada?

Join a representative from Procurement Assistance Canada to learn about the federal procurement process to help you decide if you want to pursue federal procurement for your business.

This seminar will help you:

• Understand the federal procurement process

• Understand how the Government of Canada buys

• Learn about additional sources of information for companies considering selling to the federal government

Who is this for?

Businesses looking for information to help decide if doing business with the government is an avenue they want to pursue.

Login information to connect to the webinar will be sent to you a day prior to the event.

Our privacy notice:

You agree to allow PAC, Public Services and Procurement Canada to:

  • Collect and use the information you provide to contact you.
  • Temporarily store your questionnaire response on Eventbrite, a third-party online questionnaire service.

This session will be hosted in American sign language (ASL). For assistance, please contact the Pacific Regional Office of Procurement Assistance Canada (PAC) toll free at 1-866-602-0403 or by email at osme-bpme-pac@tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca

Zoom link will be sent on June 27, 2023.

To register:

Choose one of the following links – Eventbrite or through our main procurement website, Buy and Sell. The webinar will be in ASL/English, not French/LSQ.

Eventbrite Registration Links:

EN: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/american-sign-language-introduction-to-federal-procurement-tickets-634054773897

FR: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/lsa-initiation-a-lapprovisionnement-federal-english-tickets-634068886107

Ask PAC Anything in ASL Drop In Hour

Thursday, June 29, 2023 from 12pm to 1pm PST; 3pm to 4pm EST

When you receive the zoom link the day before the webinar, use the same link to come in the ASL Ask Anything Drop In Hour!

If you have any questions, contact Christine “Coco” Roschaert Christine.roschaert@pwgsc.gc.ca or Sarah Anne Hrycenko sarah.hrycenko@pwgsc.gc.ca

Anyone from across Canada are welcome to attend!

Hope to see you there!

Sarah Anne & Coco

La 16e session de la Conférence des États parties / The 16th Conference of States Parties (COSP) information package

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Envoyé au nom d’Emploi et Développement social Canada – Bureau de la condition des personnes handicapées

La 16e session de la Conférence des États parties (CEP) à la Convention relative aux droits des personnes handicapées (la CDPH) de l’Organisation des Nations Unies (ONU), aura lieu le 13 au 15 juin 2023 au siège social des Nations Unies à New York. L’honorable Carla Qualtrough, ministre de l’Emploi, du Développement de la main-d’œuvre et de l’Inclusion des personnes en situation de handicap, dirigera la délégation canadienne cette année.

La délégation du Canada comprend également des représentants d’Emploi et Développement social Canada, d’Affaires mondiales Canada, un représentant du gouvernement de la Colombie-Britannique et du Bureau de l’accessibilité du Manitoba, ainsi que trois jeunes représentants.

Le thème général de la CEP de cette année est « Harmonisation des politiques et des stratégies nationales avec la CDPH : réalisations et défis ». Il y aura des discussions en table ronde sur les sous-thèmes suivants :

1.    Assurer l’égalité d’accès et l’accessibilité des services de santé sexuelle et reproductive pour les personnes en situation de handicap

2.    Accessibilité numérique pour les personnes en situation de handicap

3.    Atteindre les groupes sous-représentés de personnes en situation de handicap

L’ONU a choisi un format en personne pour le CEP cette année. Les séances officielles de la CEP seront diffusées en ligne sur le site Web de la télévision des Nations Unies pour le visionnement public. Le lien vers les séances sera disponible le matin de chaque jour sur la télévision Web de l’ONU, cliquez sur le lien suivant : http://webtv.un.org/

Des événements parallèles se tiendront tout au long de la semaine, avec certains en personne et d’autres tenus virtuellement. Certains événements parallèles nécessitent une inscription, veuillez donc consulter la liste de chaque événement pour des informations spécifiques. Vous trouverez un calendrier à l’adresse suivante : https://teamup.com/ks5jg54ivsuj2hwc3h

Vous trouverez de l’information sur la CEP, y compris le calendrier complet, ici (en anglais) : https://www.un.org/development/desa/disabilities/conference-of-states-parties-to-the-convention-on-the-rights-of-persons-with-disabilities-2/cosp16.html

La ministre Qualtrough prononcera une allocution de haut niveau lors de la séance d’ouverture le 13 juin entre 10 h et 13 h (HAE) et de nouveau de 15 h à 18 h (HAE). L’heure exacte de ses remarques n’est pas connue, car cela dépendra de sa position sur la liste des orateurs.

La ministre Qualtrough est aussi un panéliste pour la Table ronde 3 « Atteindre les groupes sous-représentés de personnes en situation de handicap », le 15 juin, entre 10 h et 13 h (HAE).

En plus, la ministre Qualtrough animera également l’événement parallèle du Gouvernement du Canada « Système de soutien intégrant le handicap : Promouvoir la sécurité économique et la réduction de la pauvreté ». L’événement parallèle aura lieu virtuellement le 14 juin, de 13 h 15 à 14 h 30 (HAE). Veuillez consulter la note conceptuelle ci-jointe pour le lien vers le Webdiffusion et d’autres détails.

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Sent on behalf of Employment and Social Development Canada – Office for Disability Issues

The 16th Conference of States Parties (COSP) to the United Nations (UN) Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities will take place from June 13 to June 15, 2023, at the United Nations Headquarters in New York. The Honourable Carla Qualtrough, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion, will lead Canada’s delegation this year.

Canada’s delegation also includes representatives from Employment and Social Development Canada, Global Affairs Canada, a representative from the Government of British Columbia and from the Manitoba Accessibility Office, as well as three youth representatives.

The overarching theme for this year’s COSP is, “Harmonizing national policies and strategies with the CRPD: achievements and challenges”. There will also be roundtable discussions on each of the following sub-themes:

1.    Ensuring equal access to and accessibility of sexual and reproductive health services for persons with disabilities

2.    Digital accessibility for persons with disabilities; and,

3.    Reaching the under-represented groups of persons with disabilities

The UN has decided to hold an in-person event this year. All formal sessions of COSP will be live-streamed online for public viewing. The link to each day’s sessions will be available each morning on UN Web TV at: https://media.un.org/

Side events will also be taking place throughout the week, with some in-person and others held virtually. Some online side events require registration, so please consult each event listing for specific information. The full list of events can be found here: https://teamup.com/ks5jg54ivsuj2hwc3h

Information on COSP, including the full schedule, can be found here:

https://www.un.org/development/desa/disabilities/conference-of-states-parties-to-the-convention-on-the-rights-of-persons-with-disabilities-2/cosp16.html

Minister Qualtrough will deliver Canada’s high-level remarks during the opening session on June 13th, which is scheduled between 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. (EDT) and again from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m (EDT). The exact timing of her remarks is unknown, as it will depend on where she is on the speakers’ list.

Minister Qualtrough is also a panelist during Roundtable 3, “Reaching the under-represented groups of persons with disabilities”, on June 15, between 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m (EDT).

In addition, Minister Qualtrough will host Canada’s side event on “Disability-Inclusive Support Systems: Promoting Economic Security and Poverty Reduction”. The side event will take place June 14, from 1:15 p.m. to 2:30 p.m (EDT). Please see the attached concept note for the link to the webcast and further details.

BC Deaf Disc Golf Club 

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“BC Deaf Disc Golf club is hosting weekly drop ins on Wednesdays starting June 14th at 6pm at Mundy Park disc golf course.  We will provide discs for new learners to practice with.  This will occur every week until Sept 30th.  Hope to see you there!”

BCDDG Drop In – YouTube

Paint Night with Paula Wesley UPDATE

Transcript:

Video description: The video starts with one woman – Raakhee standing in front of white wall, wearing red wine t-shirt with a picture of peace in the front. She has a black medium hair.

Raakhee signed “ Hi Deaf community, just want to inform you all that paint night. There is 2 night of paint – June 9th Friday – 2 days later and June 14th Wednesday – next week. For people who finished their register, inform those people to bring aprons. If not have aprons, that’s fine. You can buy apron or borrow it from a friend or family. Up to you. Or you could wear old t-shirt to cover your top. Painting, paint liquid splash on shirt a little and look fun dots on shirt!”

“Looking forward to see painters/artists!”

“For who are not register yet, we have some spots left. Grab it. Which day is it? June 14th Wednesday. Your opportunity to register and join us in fun paint. I have a surprise for you! Ready?”

Raakhee jumped and suddenly wore apron.

She signed “See that?” So cool. That is surprise! So don’t forget to wear apron and see you this Friday and next week Wednesday. See you there!”

She danced a bit like sort of disco then smiled!

Link to Eventbrite for June 14th Paint Night: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/paint-night-with-paula-wesley-tickets-633097600967

Eid Event – June 24, 2023

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Eid is a day of Celebration for Muslims. Eid al-Adha is the 2nd Eid, that marks the end of Hajj. Come join us to learn more about this day!

For more information, check out our Eventbrite page: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/646752924407

Who is our Interim-President?

Who is our mysterious interim-President of GVAD? Let’s find out!!!

Fundraising: Support Paula Wesley and GVAD

The GVAD is proud to support Paula Wesley with her fundraising, please see the GoFundMe campaign we have launched. Paula has received the honour to be an Indigenous Presenter at the WFD Congress in South Korea in July 2023. She needs financial assistance to help with some travel costs including hotel, meals, and transportation. GVAD is a non-profit charity and can provide tax receipts. Any kind of donations are appreciated. Please see the link for more information and watch the YouTube video in ASL. Any questions, feel free to contact info@gvad.ca

ASL-Interpreted Performance of Happy Valley by Derek Chan

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Title: ASL-Interpreted Performance of Happy Valley by Derek Chan

Description: Using text, song, multimedia, and music, Happy Valley is a solo, interdisciplinary performance that dissects the historic, political, and cultural context surrounding Hong Kong’s current democratic struggles.

Date/Time: May 31st at 7:30pm

Location: Firehall Arts Centre

Tickets: Deaf/HoH Attendees get $15 tickets with promo code HAPPY15. Best seats for viewing are noted on the website, or if you call in, just mention you are a Deaf/HoH attendee!

Ticket link: https://tickets.firehallartscentre.ca/TheatreManager/1/online?bestavail=6564&qty=0 /

Box Office Number: (604) 689-0926

Happy Valley by Derek Chan ASL – YouTube

Coffee Workshop Clip

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Take a look at what went on in a recent event, Coffee Workshop with Yiba! Is someone craving more coffee…? ? Cause, I am!

Media Release: AccessFest 2023 May 27 – June 3

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MEDIA RELEASE: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

ANNUAL ACCESS FEST UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT

Access Festival: ACCESS and Equity for people with visible and invisible disabilities, BIPOC, and equity seeking communities.

Vancouver, BC: The ACCESS Festival, a free community arts festival held in Vancouver for thirteen years, will run May 27th to June 4th, 2023. Created by The Gathering Place (TGP) and the Downtown South Community Association (DSCA), this year, ACCESS Fest will be put on by Kickstart Disability Arts & Culture. 

The festival will include an art show, parade, poetry night, community film screening, and multiple workshops held throughout the week. The parade on June 3rd will mark BC Access Day and include performers like Carmen Papalia, Glow Motive, and KeAloha. Starting in Emery Barnes Park at 12:00, vendors will welcome parade participants who will process at 2:00 PM to Vancouver Art Gallery’s north plaza for a grand stand featuring musicians and other performers.

Other events include the art show opening May 27th from 12:00-3:00 PM at The Gathering Place, featuring a talk by curator Yuri Arajs and our artists. Join textile artist Jenna Reid for a banner making workshop May 28th 12:00-3:00 at TGP to collaborate on the banners for the parade later in the week. Events and workshops with All Bodies Dance, Under the Table Poetry Collective, and Rabbit Richards will follow through the week.

To see the full schedule, visit: https://www.kickstartdisability.ca/accessfest/

ACCESS Festival is a festival run by and for disabled people, featuring equity seeking artists, musicians, and community leaders. The week-long festival is a celebration of our bodyminds, our history, and our culture intended to bring our community and allies together to imagine vibrant, beautiful futures together.

All events are free and open to the public. Events like workshops and the film screening, poetry reading, Film Screening and community dialogue, and accessible art tour at the Vancouver Art Gallery do require registration for capacity and accessibility reasons. Indoor events will require masks and all performances, workshops and talks will have ASL interpretation.

Presented by Kickstart Disability Arts & Culture in partnership with The Gathering Place and the Downtown South Community Association and financial support from the City of Vancouver, the Province of British Columbia, and SPARC BC.

To learn more, link to the ACCESS Festival website at https://www.kickstartdisability.ca/accessfest/

Media contact: Kait Blake kait@kickstartdisability.ca         —
Kait Blake (she/her) Administrative Director PLEASE NOTE: I currently work part time Monday – Thursday and being disabled means I often work on “crip time“, which means responses may be slower than what is “typical” – if your email is urgent, please indicate so in the subject line. Thank You for your patience and understanding!
P/ 604.343.9141
www.kickstartdisability.ca
Facebook: KickstartDisability
Instagram: @kickstartdisability
Twitter: @kickstart_arts

Kickstart Disability Arts & Culture would like to acknowledge that we are fortunate to live and create on the unceded territories of the Coast Salish People; x?m??k??y??m (Musqueam), S?wx?wú7mesh (Squamish), and Sel?íl?witulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.

ASL Core Presentation Series: Mythbusting Government Procurement & Ask PAC Anything Virtual Drop-In Hours

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Mythbusting Government Procurement Webinar:

May 24, 2023

11:30am – 1:00pm Pacific Daylight Time / 2:30pm – 4pm Eastern Daylight Time

Procurement Assistance Canada (PAC) Pacific invites you to attend our webinar “Mythbusting Government Procurement” in American Sign Language
May 24th 2023 from 11:30am – 1:00pm Pacific Daylight Time / 2:30pm  – 4pm Eastern Daylight Time

Please register here:

EN https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/mythbusting-federal-government-procurement-american-sign-language-webinar-registration-633607726767

FR https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/billets-demystifier-lapprovisionnement-federal-langue-des-signes-americaine-633617837007

The registration link provides more information on what this session is all about!

ASL Ask PAC Anything Virtual Drop-In Hour

May 25, 2023 12pm – 1pm Pacific Time / 3pm – 4pm Eastern Time

We are excited to announce a new addition to our webinars – ASL Ask PAC (Procurement Assistance Canada) Anything virtual drop-in hour. We encourage attendees of our webinars to come drop in, using the same zoom link as the webinar the day before, to ask us anything related to procurement. The drop-in hour will have a staff member from PAC that uses ASL.


Login information to connect to the webinar will be sent to you a day prior to the event. The Zoom link for the webinar is the SAME one for the ASL Ask PAC Anything Virtual Drop In Hour the next day!

This session will be hosted in American Sign Language.
For French and LSQ sessions or for more information, contact Procurement Assistance Canada, Pacific Region, email at SACPacifique-PACPacific@tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca.

If you have any questions, contact Christine “Coco” Roschaert Christine.roschaert@pwgsc.gc.ca or Sarah Anne Hrycenko sarah.hrycenko@pwgsc.gc.ca

Hope to see you there!

Up in the air theatre is pleased to offer: “Catfish” 

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Created by Deaf Artist Simran Gill, Catfish is created and performed with integrated ASL making it a show that is accessible for both hearing and Deaf audiences.  

What is the show about?  

Take the plunge into Michelle’s layers of lies as she misrepresents herself online and uses her hearing friend’s voice to entice the new guy at school. From the depths of her deception, Michelle must turn her search for love and acceptance inward. Join her in this vibrant, complex and delightfully earnest exploration of identity and self-love, and witness her find the strength to share her true Deaf, Punjabi self with the world. 

What are the dates: 

May 24 at 7pm 

May 26 at 715pm 

May 31 at 7pm with a talk back 

June 1 at 8pm 

For each show there will be ASL provided in the lobby to support any language barriers, 1 hour before the show starts. And ASL is provided for the talk back on May 31st

The show is 75 minutes long  

Venue: The Cultch Lab 

1895 Venables Street, Vancouver. 

Deaf community members can have 2 free tickets. Please email to arrange tickets: amy@upintheairtheatre.com  

Seating is general admission, but Deaf community members get priority seating. When at the theatre please connect with the Front of House staff if you are interested in priority seating.