Patrick Alexander Hamilton
Patrick Alexander Hamilton, August 15th 1949 – May 19th 2017. Survived by his wife Holly Chatron and his children Kyle, Christine, Jeff and Brandon and predeceased by his son Darrel and parents Joan Demer and Alexander Hamilton, he will be missed.
Tickets Available:
-GVAD’s Beer& Burger Midsummer Fundraising social (Tickets are 20 dollars each, including a burger, and beer or wine or hi-ball.) June 21, 2017, Wednesday
– 39th Annual Cornfest & 150th Canada Birthday
(Tickets are 30 dollars each, including corn, burger, one drink and one-year free GVAD membership) August 26, 2017, Saturday
PLEASE CONTACT GVAD OFFICE AT
gvadoffice@gmail.com or
gvadpresident@gmail.com or
contact any of GVAD board:
Kimberly Wood
Ralph Newberry
Wendy Bruce
Tracy Metzger
Ladan Sahraei
Peggy Fee
Zachary Wood
Brayden Walterhouse
21st Christmas Craft Fair hosted by Deaf-Blind Club will be on Saturday November 4, 2017.
I am a hearing individual looking for an ASL tutor. I have taken some ASL classes before, and I am looking for a kind and patient tutor to help me develop further.
I am looking for someone to meet about once a week.
In July we are trying something different and instead of having an 101 course that is 8 weeks long – we are breaking them into 5 (3 hours) workshops. You can opt to only take the Deaf Culture workshop or a couple workshops, or do the entire run. If you have taken 101 before but feel like you could use some extra practice on a specific topic, feel free to register for the workshop that focuses on that topic. We are hoping this format might work really well for folks who found the 8 weeks format hard to commit to for whatever reasons.
Here’s what we are offering:
Deaf Culture 101: You will learn about Deaf culture, history, community, and ASL. This workshop will be ASL – English interpreted.
July 20 or July 23 or July 30
Workshop #1: You will learn the alphabet, numbers, how to introduce yourselves and identify others on top of learning a variety of vocabulary such as colours, clothes, actions, etc.
July 6 or July 10
Workshop #2: You will learn how to ask yes/no questions and discuss likes/dislikes on top of learning a variety of vocabulary such as objects, hobbies, emotions, etc.
July 12 or July 17
Workshop #3: You will learn how to discuss language backgrounds and identifying people & giving in-depth information about them on top of learning a variety of vocabulary such as languages, food & drinks, etc.
July 18 or July 24
Workshop #4: You will learn how to discuss where we grew up & currently live and learn a variety of new vocabulary related to these two topics and do an overall review of what we have learned in our previous workshops.
July 26 or July 31
*Please keep in mind that if you plan to join our 102 course in September, you will need to complete all five workshops.
If you would like more information and to register, please fill out our registration form: http://goo.gl/forms/XyNYhTqiW5
Also, please do spread the word. Feel free to forward this email to anyone you think might be interested and also share our event on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/event
Thank you so much for your support!
1) Lake Country will have an interpreter for the opening of their celebration at 10:45AM at a NEW LOCATION, (not Beasley Park). It will be at the City of Lake Country Centre, near the traffic circle right across from the Lake Country City Hall and George Elliott High School.
2) Prospera Place in Kelowna will have an interpreter for the opening of their celebration at 12:00 noon.
Come Say Happy 150 Birthday CANADA!!
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VOICE OVER CASTING FOR A FEMALE DEAF ROLE
ON AN ANIMATED SERIES
ROLE: Female (30 -40 years)
“General Amaya”; an intense, imposing female
ROLE Reference:
Brienne of Tarth (Game of Thrones)
Claire Underwood (House of Cards)
Ideally, looking to cast a female to do the speaking part & the signing part in this series.
This property is a fantasy series, not quite Game of Thrones, but with a similar sophistication and geared for a slightly younger audience. This series is the type of show college kids would watch. Tonally, this show could is similar to a Marvel cinematic movie – vulnerable and funny, but not quite a slapstick.
Recording: Aiming to record 2 episodes the week of July 12th.
Union: Auditioning union & non-union talent.
CONTACT – Shelley Taylor / Vida Spark Productions Inc
Email: vidaspark2@gmail.com
Number: 604.999.8262
Please don’t hesitate to contact me with any questions!
Thank you,
Shelley Taylor
Message from Kristen Pranzl:
I would like to state that we are working on creating an advisory board for the DWBP and we encourage people/their organizations to submit an application.
Dear Prospective Deaf Well-Being Program Advisory Committee Member,
I am the Program Coordinator for the Well-Being Program. We are a mental health and wellness agency that provides services to Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and Deaf-Blind individuals, their families and their communities in British Columbia. Our clients range in age from 0 to 99.
We are working on setting up an Advisory Committee for our program. We value community and stakeholder feedback and suggestions as this is vital for our program to stay on top of current trends and needs within the community.
That being said, I would like to take this opportunity to invite you to submit an application to participate on our advisory committee. We will meet three times per year at the Well Being Program. Staff will have the opportunity to showcase their work and to answer questions from participants about what we have been doing and then there will be a feedback period with the Program Coordinator.
The advisory committee will also be expected to be involved with giving feedback, identifying trends, gaps and needs within the Deaf, Hard of Hearing and Deaf-Blind community in British Columbia and potentially participate in sub-committees or working groups to help us ensure we fill these gaps or adjust our services to make sure we are providing the best service for British Columbians.
The goal is to ensure we have a cohesive understanding of our community’s diverse and changing needs and how we can provide strong services in where clients feel safe, supported and respected.
Please email me at Kristen.pranzl@vch.ca to let me know if you are intending to submit an application. Please don’t hesitate to connect with me if you have any questions or if you would like more information.
Thank you so much for your consideration,
Kristen Pranzl, Program Coordinator
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Deaf Well Being Program Advisory Committee Application
To whom it may concern,
The goal of this application is to help us understand how you/your organization would be able to contribute to the Deaf Well Being Program and our desire to provide consistent, reliable and current services to the Deaf, Hard of Hearing and Deaf-Blind community and their families.
Organization/Individual Name: ___________________________________________________________
What would your organization or yourself be able to offer to the WBP in terms of feedback and information from the community?
How much of a time commitment would your organization/you be able to give to us? For example, once a year for three hours; twice a year for two hours; monthly?
What issues or trends does your organization/you see within your client population?
What issues would your organization/you be able to work with the WBP on? For example: an aging Deaf community; preventive care; child and youth services?
Would you prefer to have WBP staff present their work to you or have an information package sent beforehand and the meeting focuses on questions and feedback from the information package?
Your time and commitment to helping the WBP provide the best services possible is very much appreciated. Please email your responses to Kristen Pranzl , Program Coordinator at Kristen.pranzl@vch.ca
Thank you,
Kristen Pranzl and the WBP team
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Proclamation
“CODA INTERNATIONAL WEEK”
Whereas: CODA International Inc, established in 1983, is a non-profit organization with a mission to connect Children of Deaf Adults (Codas) from around the world;
And Whereas: We celebrate the unique heritage and multicultural identities of having hearing individuals with deaf parents and pride;
And Whereas CODA international,Inc. strives to achieve this mission via conferences,retreats, publications, scholarships, resource development, and fundraising to benefit the experience Codas worldwide;
And Whereas; Members from around the world will attend the 2017 CODA-CAN International conference, in Vancouver, July13-16,2017, and it’s the first time the 32nd annual CODA International conference will be held in Canada;
And whereas: We hope everyone will experience the conference theme of” With Glowing Hearts” and celebrate your diversity, your pride, and most of all you CODA love for one another;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Gregor Robertson, Mayor of the City of Vancouver, DO HEREBY PROCLAIM the week of July 13, 2017 as
‘‘CODA INTERNATIONAL WEEK”
In the city of Vancouver,
Gregor Robertson
MAYOR
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Douglas College’s Program of Sign Language Interpretation graduates of 2017 are going to be having a community appreciation party/gathering!
When: Tuesday, June 20th, 2017
Time: 5:00-8:00pm
Where: Rocky Point at the Old Orchard Picnic Shelter in Port Moody
We recognize that it is a Tuesday evening, which may be a busy and conflicting time. However, we still wanted to extend our invite in case there is a possibility for a brief appearance. We will be celebrating our graduation and thanking all of the people that helped support, encourage, and foster our education throughout the last few years.
If you think you may be able to attend, please RSVP the names of those attending no later than Sunday, June 18th, 2017 to tinzeluy@gmail.com
We greatly appreciate all the energy and support you have put into our education and hope to see you on this day of celebration!
Douglas College Graduates of 2017
SEEKING DEAFBLIND PEER SUPPORT WORKER
ONE Contract with Deaf Well Being Program, 4211 Kingsway, Burnaby, B.C.
~ 20 hours per month, 6 month contract with potential to renew
Job Description: Under the supervision of the Program Coordinator and staff, you will work with deaf blind clients who have varying degrees of mental illness with the objective of assisting them to achieve their stated goals. You will work with staff during deafblind workshops as team leader to coordinate services for deaf blind clients. The successful candidate will be a well-organized deafblind individual who exhibits initiative, flexibility, sound judgment and good interpersonal skills. Duties include one-to-one work assisting clients in achieving goal(s), acquiring new skills or linking with community resources; communicating all relevant information to pertinent staff; and attending monthly peer support worker meetings.
Qualifications: The successful individual will:
Duration of these Placements: 6 Months, with potential to renew.
Pay and Hours: $12.00 an hour, up to 20 hours maximum a month (including meetings).
Start Date: TBA
Closing Date and Location: Please submit a resume and a cover letter before June 15 to:
Patti Dobie,
Peer Support Program
Deaf Well Being Program
#300 4211 Kingsway
Burnaby, B.C. V5H 1Z6
You can Fax to 604 456 0904.
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Hello everyone,
The CODA International Conference is being held in Vancouver, B, C, from July 12-16. We are sold out at 300 registrants!
We have spaces left for our 3 pre and post conference events for the Deaf community to join us. please check out CODA International.org,
Click on CODA-CAN 2017, then https://www.coda-international.org/CommunityEvents-2016/17
to register and pay for your events. Everyone welcome. Buy your tickets quickly as space is limited.
Wednesday, 12 July 2017
Private Whistler Tour
Wednesday, 12 July 2017
8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Guests begin the tour at the River Rock Casino Resort, and start their way along the Sea to Sky Highway to Whistler. There will be scenic stops at Porteau Cove, Shannon Falls, & Brandywine Falls. There will also be free time to enjoy various activities, including: Lil’wat Cultural Centre, Peak to Peak Gondola Scandinavian Spa, Zip-line, Bear watching, etc. Departing in the late afternoon, guests will enjoy back through the Sea to Sky Highway returning to Vancouver.
$65.00 Canadian dollars per person
Buses pick up at 730 am at the River Rock hotel
Thursday, 13 July 2017
Vancouver Whale watching tours
Thursday, 13 July 2017
8:00 AM (approximately 3-5 hours)
Relax on your whale watching trip as we transport you through the Fraser River, Strait of Georgia and Gulf Islands in search of the many species found along our coast. Step into the Ocean world of orcas, or depending on the time of year, humpback, mike whales, grey whales, porpoises, seals, or sea lions, eagles and a variety of seabirds.
$125.00 Canadian dollars per person
Buses pick up at 730 am. At the River Rock Hotel
Sunday, 16 July 2017
Capilano Suspension Bridge
Sunday, 16 July 2017
Cliff walk juts out from the granite cliff face above Capilano River taking guests to previously unexplored areas of the park on a series of unobtrusive cantilevered and suspended walkways. Not for the feint of heart, it is high and narrow and, in some sections, glass (very strong glass) is all that separates guests from the canyon far below. Rates always include: Complimentary “I Survived!” souvenir certificates, Site maps/passports in seven languages, Guided history and nature tours, & Seasonal entertainment
Buses pick up at the River Rock hotel at 1 pm.
$37.50 Canadian dollars per person
Click link – CODA International – CODA Community Events 2016/2017
Relax on your whale watching trip as we transport you through the Fraser River, Strait of Georgia and Gulf Islands in search of the many species found along our coast. Step into the Ocean world of orcas, or…
Hello, I would like to put out a call for Deaf and Hard of Hearing artists who would be interested in creating the Fall production with Theatre Terrific. It’s going to be a great experience. The workshop is ASL friendly and is an open invitation to all abilities. Also, if they are selected for the production, we will compensate them. See more info below.
The workshop is free with a limited attendance.
Register today by email to generalmanager@theatreterrific
or call 604-222-4020
When: June 20th to 23rd (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday)
Time: 4:30 to 7:30 pm
Where: Green Thumb Studios, 5522 McKinnon St, (Off Kingsway and walking distance from Joyce Skytrain Station, ample parking)
Who: Susanna Uchatius
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Deaf Yoga Retreat 2017 – ‘Yoga taster’
Ever wondered about all the different styles of yoga?
Hatha
Yin
Power/ashtanga
Restorative
Flow
All yoga classes, meals and private accommodations included.
Cost $375 before June 1st.
After June 1st cost $425.
Retreat is held at Rivendell Retreat Centre on Bowen Island.
Facebook Page: Samaya Yoga Canada
WHEN: MONDAY, JUNE 12, 2017
TIME: Doors open at 6:30, show at 7:00 sharp!
WHERE: We’ll be in the Roundhouse Exhibition Hall, 181 Roundhouse Mews
The time has come to take a final bow! Join us for a poetic extravaganza to celebrate the work, community, and art this series has created over the last 4 1/2 years. This event takes place on unceded Musqueam, Squamish and Tsleil-Waututh land.
The event will begin with a welcoming by Lorelei Hawkins.
Featuring an incredible set of readers who are all REVERB alums, cake and other delights, a photobooth and community feedback station, and most likely some emotional speeches.
***FEATURE READERS***
AMAL RANA
JILLIAN CHRISTMAS
RAVEN SALANDER
FAYZA BUNDALLI
BEN KEANE-O’HARA
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We ask for $5 at the door but no one will be turned away for lack of funds.
Event poster by our two incredible artists-in-residence from the past three years: April Alayon and Tiaré Jung.
Check out more of April’s work here: http://www.aprilalayon.c
Check out more of Tiaré’s work here: http://tracreative.com/
***ACCESSIBILITY INFO***
ASL Interpretation Provided.
We offer free on-site childcare! With cozy kid zones combined with facilitated free-range mobility, it won’t be our crew’s job to keep kids quiet or hidden from view, but rather keep ’em safe and create space for them to do their thing and participate on their terms. Toys, books, pillows, art-making, and more! No need to register, just show up! If possible though, please drop us a line at: reverbqueerreadingseries@gmail.com and be sure to include your kiddo’s allergies and access needs.
There will two active listeners available if people need to check in with someone throughout the event.
For the Roundhouse:
This space is fully wheelchair accessible.
RAMP (the Radical Access Mapping Project) performed an accessibility audit for the Roundhouse in August 2011; the space has remained the same since.
Access overview: https://docs.google.
Full access audit: https://docs.google.com
If you’re attending and would be made more comfortable by the addition of a cushion, please bring one with you — and if you don’t have one you can bring, let us know and we’ll do our best to rustle up something for you. Seating is all Roundhouse standard theatre seating.
There are two multi-stall all genders washrooms with wheelchair accessible options, as well as a single-stall all genders, wheelchair accessible washroom.
In order to create a space where folks with multiple chemical sensitivities can participate, please refrain from wearing perfumes, colognes or other scented products (including essential oils) and smoke far away from the entrance to the space. Consider if any of your clothing has been washed with scented detergent or dryer sheets recently and if so, please pick a different outfit! We do clear out the space with an air purifier prior to the event.
For info on how to support folks with multiple chemical sensitivities, visit:http://www.peggymunson.c
We provide snacks! Including gluten-free and vegan options, and do not sell alcohol at the event. All of our snacks are nut-free and we ask that any food you bring into the event be free of tree nuts (including coconut and pine nuts) so the space can be accessed by folks with airborne anaphylactic allergies.
We’ll have a photographer taking photos at the event — if you don’t want to be included in photos, all you need to do is grab some tape at the door and stick it on your hand or personally let the photographer know you don’t want to be photographed. We will also have a photobooth and would love for you to make use of it!
Some people get sick from the electromagnetic radiation from cell phones, wireless and electrical devices. If you’re able to completely power off your cell phones, wireless and electrical devices during the event, please do so!
***ABOUT REVERB***
REVERB: A Queer Reading Series aims to support and showcase emerging and established LGBT2QI writers through a quarterly reading series with an anti-oppressive framework. We believe that writing is a radical act that can transform dominant narratives about whose lives and loves are important and valued, and that sharing that writing can empower, inspire and transform ourselves and our communities. We write and read on unceded Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh land, and are committed to radical inclusion in our series, recognizing that access to the world of writing, literacy, and even queerness continues to be limited. As organizers, we endeavour to create a reading series where white-identified readers are always in the minority to ensure a space that centres the voices of Indigenous, Black, mixed writers and all writers of colour. All our writers self-identify on a spectrum of queerness that centres trans and femme experiences. All of our events are held in physically and financially accessible spaces, and with every event, we make at least one change to ensure that REVERB becomes more and more accessible. We promise to do all we can to create a safer space — bring your suggestions! Check your assumptions at the door; REVERB is a body-positive, anti-racist, anti-sexist, and hella queer- and trans-positive event.
REVERB began in January 2013 and will be ending in June 2017, i.e. this is the very last REVERB reading!
reverbqueerreadingseries@gmail
reverbqueers.com
Facebook: REVERB: A Queer Reading Series
Twitter: @ReverbQueers
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