IDSL Picnic 2011!
Sept. 24 Starts 11am – Ends 6pm.
Queens Park- The HUGE Shelter #1 is Booked for us!
No worries Rain or Shine!!
POTLUCK- Bring your international food to share for potluck!!! Will have BBQ, can bring meat!
This is a Family & Community Event! All signers are welcome! There is a huge playground for kids to play.
Will have art activity, ASL activities, and fun stuff!!
Questions/Interested volunteers please contact IDSL Picnic 2011 Chairperson Roger at rowenger@gmail.com
A one-of-a-kind experience. Record-breaking attendance. The largest show for the Deaf on Earth. Bigger and better than ever, the DeafNation World Expo brings together Deaf people from all over the world for what is truly a Mega Event. Whether you’re there to be a part of more than 300 booths, party at our opening ceremony under the lights of Fremont Street, or tour of the city of Las Vegas, don’t worry. Not all who wander are lost. Come to discover…
Business. Over 300 exhibitions gathered in 2010 to market the latest products and services to more than 23,400 people from all over the world in Mandalay Bay’s 200,000 square foot exhibit hall.
Technology. The most cutting edge products and services for the Deaf are on display. See the latest advances in video technology and platforms to meet your communication needs. From mobile devices to video conferencing, the most cutting edge tools for communication are sold here.
Diversity. Over 73 countries are represented in a stunning array of cultures. Deaf, hearing, and hard-of-hearing people all gather to share unique perspectives and common interests. With so many cultures represented, you are sure to see and learn something new.
Information. Over 70 workshops and presentations provide you with plenty of opportunity to learn. Topics include discussions on cutting-edge technological advancements, issues facing the community, and features by interesting and successful deaf individuals.
Networking. Experience the strength of word of mouth. The strongest and largest Deaf organizations gather at the DeafNation World Expo to spread awareness all over the world. The European Union of the Deaf, Deaflympics, and Asian Deaf Congress are just a few of the globally influential organizations represented.
DeafNation Inspiration Awards. Celebrate the best of the Deaf community. With awards for best technologies & products, exhibits, companies, and inspiring individuals, come help us recognize those who deserve recognition. You can take part in the Inspiration Awards by nominating those who deserve to win!
Entertainment. There have never been so many top Deaf performers and celebrities under the same roof. From musicians SignMark and Sean Forbes to UFC Fighter Matt Hamill, and actress Marlee Matlin, the best Deaf entertainers left their mark at the 2010 DeafNation World Expo.
Competition. Find your inner competitive side. Enter your artwork in the DeafNation World Expo art show, try your hand in the National Deaf Poker Tournament, or enter the National Softball Association for the Deaf softball tournament!
Best of all, it’s all FREE! Register online atwww.DeafNation.com/DNWE to reserve your spot at the DeafNation World Expo. Visit the DeafNation website to get information about hotels, event schedule, and to help you prepare for your trip in 2012. There is exactly one year left until we see you at Mandalay Bay for the worldwide Deaf event of 2012!
JOB POSTING – VICE PRESIDENT, PROGRAMS & SERVICES
DATE:
July 22, 2011
POSITION:
Vice President, Programs & Services
LOCATION:
Head Office, Toronto
START DATE:
Immediately
MINIMUM START SALARY:
Competitive Salary plus Benefits
POSITION STATUS:
Permanent; Fulltime; 35 hours per week
FOR FULL DETAILS:
Please click on this link at:
www.chs.ca/index.php?option=com_content&view=category&id=149&Itemid=262&lang=en
and see Article Title “July 22, 2011 | Vice President, programs & Services |
Head Office, Toronto | Competition #2011-046” on the list.
OVAD Corn Party
JUNE 22, 2011
At Reiswing Park in Winfield B.C.
On August 27, 2011 @ 1 pm
Early-bird tickets:
MUST reply for reservation before Aug 20th, 2011
Jerome Yager (yagerj@telus.blackberry.net)
Adult (members) 13 and up $15
Adult (non-members) 13 and up $20
Senior (60+ members) $10
Senior (60+ non-members) $15
Child (7-12) $ 7
Child 6 and under free
At Door tickets:
Adult (members) 13 and up $20
Adult (non-members) 13 and up $25
Senior (60+ members) $15
Senior (60+ non-members) $20
Child (7-12) $ 9
Child 6 and under free
No pets allowed at the park
Meal:
Burger (Pick one) Beef, Chicken Burger, Hot Dog or Smokies
coming with “all you eat corn”
Admission includes:
Dinner Meal
Excellent door prizes at 6 pm
Games Fun
There will be a beach for your pleasure!
Rain or Shine! Bring your own lawn chairs.
NON REFUNDABLE, NO CHEQUES PLEASE, MONEY ORDER or CASH ONLY
JODAIKO will be ASL interpreted for Deaf audience members. Please reply to rachel@prideinart.ca if you would like a seat reserved in front for accessible ASL viewing. Limited seating will be reserved.
August 5th 7:30pm Roundhouse Community Centre
http://queerartsfestival.com/event/jodaiko
Ruth Wojcik of St. Catherine’s, Ontario passed away on Wednesday, July 27, 2011. Please see the link for her obituary. Family requests memorial donations be sent to the Canadian Cultural Society of the Deaf.
http://obitsforlife.com/obituary/386860/Wojcik-Ruth.php
Marie Zeidler
born: London, England June 12, 1919
died: North Vancouver, BC, July 24, 2011
Marie is survived by her son Robert and his family. Marie was active for many years at Trinity Lutheran Church in Vancouver and with “Helping Hands”.
A Celebration of Life service will be held on
Monday, August 1
10 AM
at Boal Chapel
1505 Lillooet Road
North Vancouver, BC
V7J 2J1
Phone for directions:
604-980-3451
We are hoping to find an interpreter for the service.
Questions may be directed to:
Rev. John Kessel
revkessel@yahoo.com
It’s Workshop Time again for the Okanagan!
Money Skills workshop series coming to the Okanagan
What? Take Control of Your Own Money – Feel Better About Yourself
Description:
Feel overwhelmed, anxious, & worried about your money?
LEARN MORE ABOUT BUDGETING & BUILD CONFIDENCE.
Stumped to figure out which bank to go to?
LEARN ABOUT DIFFERENT BANKS AND BANKING FEES
Don’t understand how Credit works?
LEARN ABOUT CREDIT HISTORY
Tempted to buy, buy, buy?
LEARN TRICKS THAT STORES PLAY & AVOID MAKING MISTAKES WHILE YOU SHOP.
Who? Co-facilitated by Kevin Ettinger, Deaf Mental Health Counsellor & Melanie Buffel, Money Coach**
**Presenter Biographies in attachment
When? 3 Days – must attend all
Friday September 30, Saturday & Sunday October 1 & 2, 2011
Time? Friday 6:00 – 9:30pm.
Saturday & Sunday 9:30am. – 4:30pm.
On the weekend, please BRING YOUR OWN LUNCH.
Where? W.I.D.H.H. – Okanagan Meeting Room, in Kelowna, BC, #120 – 1745 Dolphin Avenue, Kelowna, BC V1Y 8A6
REGISTER BY September 15, 2011, limited space available.
For Registration, contact: Paul Landry, WBP Volunteer for Okanagan, E-MAIL: pauljlandry@shaw.ca
Or, also for requesting interpreting services:
Lisa Anderson-Kellett, Workshop Coordinator, at the WBP offices, TTY Toll-Free 1-800=949-1155, Fax 1-604-456-0904
Hello Deaf Community,
Here’s hoping you are having a good summer!
WBP is excited to share that we will have a brand new workshop coming in September.
What: Get Rid of Your Clutter – Make Room for Living Well
Description:
– Feel overwhelmed, anxious & worry about your mess?
– Don’t know how to start?
– Learn: 1 – the positive benefits of living without clutter
2 – to organize & stay organized!
Presenters: Leanor Vlug, Deaf Presenter with Susan Borax & Heather Knittel of Good Riddance Professional Organizing Solutions
When: Friday September 16, & Saturday September 17, 2011 – must attend both Part 1 and Part 2.
Time:
Friday 7:00pm. – 9:30pm. Part 1 – you will have homework!
Saturday 9:30am. – 1:30pm. Part 2
~Bring your own lunch~
Where? Room will be To Be Announced – TBA, Vancouver Community College (VCC), Broadway Campus, 1155 E. Broadway, Vancouver, BC
Registration Deadline: Friday September 2, 2011 at 5:00pm. Seating will be limited to 25 participants. First come, first serve. Hurry to avoid disappointment.
Interpreters & Registration Contact: Lisa Anderson-Kellett, Workshop Coordinator, e-mail: wbp.workshops@vch.ca, TTY 604-456-0900 or FAX 1-604-456-0904
Presenter Bio’s & Room Number information TBA – to come ASAP. Thank you for your patience.
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