Wanted: female roomate and Langley bsmt or ground level 2 bedroom for March 1st- $500 to $600 per month incl. laundry, utilities-Hydro,water, heat. Require some storage and bathroom with bathtub. Near 200St, Langley Centre, Walnut Grove area. Good Transit to Golden Ears Bridge area. Call 604 980 0778V.
Information About Registered Disability Savings Plans
DESJARDINS FINANCIAL SECURITY INVESTMENTS INC.
REGISTERED DISABILITY SAVINGS PLAN FOR DEAF & HARD OF HEARING PEOPLE
ABOUT RDSP:
The Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP) plan is a good option for the Deaf
and Hard of Hearing individuals who plan to save money to make their long-term
financial future more comfortable. The federal government provides financial
support through the Canada Disability Savings Grant (CDSG) and Canada Disability
Savings Bond (CDSB) programs.
The RDSP will benefit any deaf and hard of hearing individual who has the
disability tax credit certificate, is less than 60 years of age, and is
a Canadian resident.
ABOUT CDSG:
Qualified individuals may put money into an RDSP account to attract the CDSG of
up to $3,500 each year until December 31st the year in which they turn 49 or up
to the maximum lifetime CDSG available in the amount of $70,000.
Qualified individuals with any kind of income can apply for the RDSP.
Even families or single individuals with a net family income over $85,414
can earn up to $1000 in CDSG.
ABOUT CDSB:
This program is for lower-income families and singles individuals who have less
than $42,707 in net family income.
These lower-income families/singles can apply for CDSB without putting any money
into the RDSP account and qualify for a bond up to $1,000 each year until 49 years
of age subject to the maximum lifetime CDSB available amount of $20,000.
Under the Canada Disability Savings Bond program, individuals are not required
to make a contribution or deposit including those receiving support programs such
as the Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP). The Ontario government has
exempt assets inside an RDSP from affecting an individual’s ODSP support payments
meaning Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals have a great option for saving for
their long-term financial future.
To find out more detailed information about the RDSP from one of partners, BMO
Investments Inc., please click the link below,
www.bmoguardianfunds.com/advisor/controller/cms?key=consumerrdsp
If you are interested to apply for the RDSP program or have any questions,
please feel free to e-mail me at:
rohan.smith@dfsin.ca or call me at: (416) 297-6093 (TTY)
Rohan Smith, Investment Fund Advisor,
Desjardins Financial Security Investments Inc.,
1457 McCowan Road, Suite 208, Scarborough, Ontario M1S 5K7
TTY: (416) 297-6093 Fax: (416) 297-6015 E-mail address: rohan.smith@dfsin.ca
Website: www.dfsin.ca/rohansmith
WANTED: Salaried Caregiver
This is an exciting opportunity to be an integral part of the support network for a middle aged woman. This is a key role in maintaining and building on a “good life” for KT. ?KT is a very active and intelligent woman with a great curiosity about the world and people. She has an excellent sense of humour and playfulness. KT has some fears which at times interfere with showing people her wonderful qualities. KT needs someone who can keep pace with her active life and help her to maintain and expand her social network. She also needs someone who will be able to make her feel safe, who acknowledges her intelligence and supports her to be as independent as possible. You will be living in KT’s home and need to respect her personal space in the house.
Good coping skills in relation to your emotional regulation would be important for your own self care. A good personal network is key to maintaining your health. ?As a cornerstone in KT’s support network, it will be crucial to be an honest communicator and to be willing to take time to communicate with the key people in KT’s life. A collaborative style of working is also important to working as a part of a team. ?This position is best suited for a single caregiver, however, a couple would be considered, based on a “goodness of fit” or right relationship”.
Compensation will be a tax-free salary with room and board. KT will have staffed support Tuesday-Thursday 9am-3pm, Friday 9am-2pm, Saturday 9am-9pm and overnight, and Sunday 9am-9pm
New Short Movie About Sign Language
“This movie shows the importance of bilingualism for children with hearing loss. If children get two or more languages early, they can switch languages in different situations and thus their communication skills improves. People with hearing loss and their families share their experience about bilingualism and the need for sign language.”
Click here to view the movie – English subtitles available
OVAD General Meeting
Come to the OVAD general meeting, then most will go out to a restaurant/pub for dinner. Then all will go back to 555 Fuller for
the evening card games. Fun!!<
WBP Workshop: Self Awareness and My Role in the Deaf Community
Its Workshop Time!
WBP is excited to be presenting a workshop, “Self-Awareness and My Role in the Deaf Community: Where do I fit in? How do I fit in?”
Description of topics covered:
Who am I? What is my Leadership Style?
What does the Community Mean to me?
How do I maintain relationships with other members?
What should I do if I disagree or have a conflict with someone in the community?
Faciliated by: Melissa Mykle
Date: Saturday February 23, 2013
Time: 10:00am. – 3:30pm.
Location: #2201, Douglas College, New Westminster, BC
To RVSP & for Deaf interpreter requests, e-mail:
wbp.workshops@vch.ca
TTY: 604-456-0901
FAX: 604-456-0904
More information, see flyer
Job Posting – CAD
The Canadian Association of the Deaf has a part-time position available for a Project Director.
“Strengthening Deaf Girls’ and Young Women’s Economic Prosperity” is a new national project funded by a contribution from Status of Women Canada, Human Resources and Skills Development Canada. Its goals are to increase awareness of barriers that can prevent Deaf girls and young women from fulfilling their economic potential; engage, educate and network with community partner(s); and apply what has been learned to the delivery of girl-led action-oriented and community-based activities.
The CAD’s office is located in downtown Ottawa; however, the duties of the Project Director can be carried out remotely; it is not necessary for applicants to live in or relocate to Ottawa. The position is for 15 hours/week for 17 months (February 4th, 2013, to June 27th, 2014). There is a possibility of expanding the hours if additional funding is obtained. Due to the nature of this position, preference will be given to women who are Deaf.
Canada VRS Update
Please join us for a special town hall event. At the meeting, a brief presentation will be given about the end of VP service on Jan. 31, and how you can get involved in letting the CRTC know how important VRS service is. We will also reserve some time to answer questions you may have about VRS in Canada. Light refreshments will be provided.
Date:
Tuesday, Jan. 22
Time:
7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Location:
Hilton Vancouver Metrotown
6083 McKay Avenue
Burnaby, BC V5H 2W7
Ballroom 2 & 3
Notes:
Parking is free for the first three (3) hours
Please remember, the videophone you currently use will no longer work after Jan. 31, 2013.
Sorenson VRS encourages the CRTC to take the appropriate steps to make VRS in Canada a reality.
January Update for A.J. Brown
Hello,
I have an exhibit that starts on today, January 16. It’s at the Centennial Theatre in North Vancouver, 2121 Lonsdale Avenue. This runs until June. My fellow artists at 195 Studios are participating in this exhibit.
Please mark your calendar for April 20 / 21 for the North Shore Art Crawl. I will open my studio for all to view and maybe purchase art at 195 Pemberton Avenue, North Vancouver. I think the time will be from 12 ro 5, The time is to be confirmed.
Oh, I created a video for my last class for Issues in Contemporary Art. This course was required by the Emily Carr Continuing Ed Certificate program. Here it is for your enjoyment: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hzndSThZKqw&feature=youtu.be
Happy New Year. May you be well, happy and at peace! aj-brown.artistwebsites.com
WBP Open Sign & Talk Townhall
Hello all,
Many of you haven’t met our new Program Coordinator, John Fraser, we are pleased to provide an opportunity to see the newest addition to the team!
There will also be an opportunity to learn:
– WBP’s Program changes & updates
– Peer Support Workers – what are they?
– Workshop survey results
Here’s your chance to get some questions answered and receive clarifications.
When: Thursday, February 28, 2013
Time: 6:30pm. – 9pm.
Where: Room 2201, Douglas College, 700 Royal Avenue, New Westminster, BC
WBP will provide interpreters for the Deaf-Blind upon request.
E-mail to: Lisa Anderson, workshops.wbp@vch.ca
TTY: 604-456-0901
FAX: 604-456-0904
Come meet the WBP team! See you there!
For further details, please see flyer.
Canada VRS Update
Sorenson Communications was proud to participate in the recent Video Relay Service (VRS) trial in Canada. The trial has now ended, and the Canadian Radio-Television & Telecommunications Commission (CRTC), the regulatory agency for broadcasting and telecommunications in Canada, has still not taken action to set up VRS in Canada. Unfortunately, this means all videophones in Canada will be turned off, and VP service will be shut down on Jan. 31, 2013.
We urge you to work with the BCVRS committee in communicating the importance of VRS to the CRTC. BCVRS can be reached at bcvrsc@gmail.com. You can also find the BCVRS committee on facebook, by ‘friending’ Bcvrs Cmtee. You can also follow them in twitter at @BCVRS
You can submit a signed or spoken video with your thoughts through email to the CRTC, by e-mailing:
To: jean-pierre.blais@crtc.gc.ca (CRTC Chairman, Jean-Pierre Blais)
Cc: christian.paradis@parl.gc.ca (Minister of Industry, Christian Paradis)
Cc: bcvrsc@gmail.com (BCVRS committee)
Please remember, the videophone you currently use will no longer work after Jan. 31, 2013.
Sorenson VRS encourages the CRTC to take the appropriate steps to make VRS in Canada a reality.
Roommate or Rental Suite Wanted
Hello,
Im looking for a suite for rent in/near Langley Centre or Walnut Grove near my work for Feb1, 15 or March 1 or Im looking for a female roomate to share a two bedrooms’ suite or to find a place. Pls email me at donnalrussell62@gmail.com or text me at 778 835 9145 thx Donna Russell
