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Canadian Deaf Women’s Conference

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Canadian Deaf Women’s Conference website has been UPDATED! Check it out!

This is a reminder to register for Canadian Deaf Women’s Conference (CDWC). The deadline is on February 24 as an Early Bird Combo. You can contact Para Witcher atregistration@cdwc2011.ca

CDWC Chairperson Maryann Chmiel’s vlog:
http://www.youtube.com/user/Pepsilily
Contact: chairperson@cdwc2011.ca

For Facebook users: You can type: “Canadian Deaf Women Conference 2011” to find more information.

Website: www.cdwc2011.ca

The schedule and workshops are ready on the website:  http://www.cdwc2011.ca/en/reg.html
Contact: Judy Ercolino or Peggy Anne Gordon workshops@cdwc2011.ca and booths@cdwc2011.ca

Silent Walk And Run Chairperson

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BC Deaf Sports Federation is looking for a chairperson or co-chairpersons to organize our annual Silent Walk & Run in Lower Mainland for this year.

Please contact our office if you need to know more information and/or are interested to volunteer.

Please reply by E-mail:  bcdeafsports@telus.net before Thursday February 24th.

Snow Tubing

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View the full flyer by clicking here

Crash Crawlies

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View the full invitation and registration form by clicking here

Cancellation of the Deaflympics in Slovakia

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11 February 2011

For Immediate Release
Contact: Secretariat
E-Mail: info@ciss.org

Official Announcement Regarding the 17th Winter Deaflympics

Vysoké Tatry, SVK – The International Committee of Deaf Sports (ICSD) regrets to confirm that the 17th Winter Deaflympics has been officially declared cancelled at 16:00 on Friday, 11 February. The 43rd ICSD Congress will be postponed to a later date.

ICSD Executive Board has demanded an urgent meeting with the President of the Slovakian Deaflympics Committee, Mr. Jaromir Ruda, to discuss all critical issues.

Further details regarding the cancellation of the Games will be announced shortly after the ICSD Executive Board meets.

ICSD wants to acknowledge the hard work of the athletes and coaches in preparation for the Winter Deaflympics and it is with great regret that this had to be done.

http://deaflympics.com/news/pressreleases.asp?ID=1542

ASL VIDEO:
Slava Kilmov, H3 Network Media
www.h3.tv/deaflympics-slovakia-2011/news-update

ASL VIDEO:
Craig Crowley, ICSD President
www.h3.tv/deaflympics-slovakia-2011/slovakia-tv-with-craig-crowley

MORE ASL VIDEOS:
www.h3.tv/world-news

Langley Times- Chasing The Ring

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Through Your Child’s Eyes: American Sign Language

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BCSD Student Council Events

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1) BCSD Hockey Night

When: Tuesday February 15, 2011
Time: 4:30pm to 7:00pm
Location: Burnaby South Secondary School at Gym 1
Why: Fundraising for Youth Canada Tournament for the Deaf (YCTD)
Admission: Free for (players and fans)
Refreshment will be sold
See you guys there!
If you have any questions or concerns and please email: amarsinghman94@gmail.com

2) BCSD Volleyball Night

When: Thursday February 17, 2011
Time: 4:30pm to 7:00pm
Location: Burnaby South Secondary School at Gym 1
Why: Fundraising for Youth Canada Tournament for the Deaf (YCTD)
Admission: Free for (players and fans)
Refreshment will be sold
See you guys there!
If you have any questions or concerns and please email: amarsinghman94@gmail.com

Obituary for John (Johnny) Whalen (1933-2011)

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John (Johnny) Whalen (1933-2011)

Passed away suddenly at the Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital
on Tuesday, February 8, 2011 with his family by his side.
(John Whalen, son of the late Henry J. Whalen & Mary E. LaPierre)

Beloved husband of Gloria. Loving father of Henry Whalen and
Georgia Whalen (Wojciech Kaczynski). Forever remembered by his
grandchildren, Jeron Whalen and Pawel Husar.

Survived by his brothers-in-law; Orville Jarvis, Lionel Jarvis
(Lynda), Weldon (Ed) Jarvis (Lori Druckemiller) and sister-in-law,
Sandra Jarvis.

Predeceased by his brother-in-law, Aubrey Jarvis and sister-in-law,
Rosina Bayliss. Sadly missed by many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Family and friends are invited to visit at the McKersie-Kocher
Funeral Home, 114 Main St., E., Milton, Ontario
(for direction & map, please see general information link below)
(905) 878-4452 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.
on Friday, February 11, 2011.

The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Holy Rosary
Catholic Church, 139 Martin St., Milton, Ontario
(for direction & map, please see general information link below)
on Saturday, February 12, 2011 at 1:00 p.m.
Interment to follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Souris, P.E.I.

Book Of Memories

CAD News

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If you would like to know the latest news and activities from the Canadian Association of the Deaf please click the link below

CAD News

Yoga and Wellness Weekend in ASL

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Save The Date: Yoga & Wellness Weekend in ASL July 8-10, 2011!

Come join us for this unique and special opportunity! Surround yourself with the natural beauty of Bowen Island. Our Yoga & Wellness weekend in ASL offers daily yoga, meditation, wellness workshops, exquisite healthy meals, and a number of outdoor activities including kayaking & hiking (optional).  Accommodations are your own private room at the peaceful and serene location of Rivendell Retreat Centre. www.rivendellretreat.org

This is your time for total rejuvenation and relaxation in a calm and beautiful environment.  This Yoga Retreat in ASL will transform your spirit, nurture your soul and empower your mind.
The techniques which you will learn at this retreat will give you the tools you need to lead a happier and healthier lifestyle.

INSTRUCTION IS IN ASL and we welcome Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and Hearing Signers!

Full program information coming soon!

Thanks & Namaste,

Julia McClelland Pepin
julesmcc1@hotmail.com

100 Years of Celebrating Women

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Biblical Movie Night

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Biblical Movie Night sponsored by Trinity Lutheran Church of the Deaf will be held at BCSD/Burnaby South Secondary School in the Multi-purpose Room (C248).

When:  Thursday, February 24, 2011, 6:30 – 9:30 PM
Location:  5455 Rumble St. near Royal Oak SkyTrain
Admission:  Free
Movie:  The Jesus Film
Refreshment will be provided.

For further information:  Contact Linda and Gregory Desrosiers

ldesrosiers1@shaw.ca or 604 574 8694

What to do With What’s Left- Real Estate

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BC Family Hearing Resource Society welcomes
Karl Krokosinski President and Founder Customplan Financial Advisors Inc.
Estate Planning Information Session
“What to do with what’s left”

When: Thursday, February 3rd from 7:00 – 8:00 pm
Where: BC Family Hearing Resource Society 15220 – 92nd Avenue, Surrey, BC
Who: Everyone is welcome to attend, the event is free of charge
Why: Karl is an expert in estate planning and will show you how to give what you want, to who you want, the way you want, when you want, and to the greatest extent possible, save every extra tax dollar, professional fee and court costs you can. Please feel free to attend and bring any questions you may have.

View the fill flyer by clicking here

Acting Classes *Update*

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Do you want to have fun on stage or film/TV, self-drama in making blogs in ASL, drama for your pleasure to participate with a group or stage performances, etc.

The acting classes have been cancelled. We have had to postpone these classes and will annouce new ones for next Spring. Come on and join the classes for your enjoyment and your future. You never know. Want to try the pleasure of stage? Want the confidence of performing? Want to capture yourself in a blogging video? Please keep looking for updates at www.gphoeppner.com/series_workshop.html/acting.html

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