DEAFBC

GVAD would like to take this opportunity to ask for your opinion! Over the next few weeks we’ll be posting different surveys on Deafbc.ca.

We want to hear from you about everything from the Corn Party, to youth programs, and everything in between.

We are working hard to make GVAD work for you better.

Please click on the link below to take a moment to fill out our first survey regarding the Corn Party.

Your thoughts and opinions will be heard. Our goal is to puts those ideas into action.

Thanks again for your time and response, we greatly appreciate it.

Please click on the link below:
Click Here to take survey

Please see the attached files for an exciting announcement from the Canadian Association of the Deaf.

CAD – Deaf Canadian Women

French CAD – Deaf Canadian Women

This is a new project, funded by the Status of Women Canada (SWC).

Open the fliers (one is in English, one is in French) that are attached for more information and contact information.

Pass it on to women you know, and to spread the word (both English and French) to as many Deaf women as possible.

If you have trouble opening the attachments, please contact Leanne Gallant – Project Co-ordinator at leanne.gallant@hotmail.com

Deaf Youth Today Brochure

Join DYT for this unique and amazing opportunity for girls to hang out with, chat, and spend time with older Deaf female role models.

This popular program from last year includes the following activities:
-slumber party
-self esteem, and self image boosting workshop
-dress up, and professional photo shoot
-jewelry making workshop

When: Monday, August 10th to Friday, August 14th (5 days)
Ages: 11-17 years old (Girls only)
Location: Burnaby
Fees: $40

For more information email: deafyouthtoday@gmail.com

Deaf Youth Today Brochure

Join DYT for some great summer fun! Planned events will include:

-Aquarium
-Cosmic Bowling
-Science World
-Playland

TONS of fun to be had! Trips are always supervised.

When: Tuesday, August 4th to Friday, August 7th (4 days)
Hours: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Ages: 5-12 years old
Location: Burnaby
Fees: $40

For more information email: deafyouthtoday@gmail.com

Deaf Youth Today Brochure

This is an action-packed week for Deaf signing children and youth that are motivated to improve their reading skills. Certified teacher and family literacy specialist Alayna Smith and certified teacher Kirsten Hagemoen will be working on literacy development.

We will also have support from some Deaf College/University students. This 7 day program (including Saturday & Sunday) will give deaf children (that use sign as their primary mode of communication) a boost in their literacy development.

When: Saturday, July 25th to Friday, July 31st (7 days)
Hours: 10:00 am – 2:30 pm
Ages: 8-16 years old
Location: Burnaby
Fees: $45

*Partnership: Family Network for Deaf Children (FNDC) & Services for Family & Community Development (SFCD)

For more information email: deafyouthtoday@gmail.com

Deaf Youth Today

A method of animation in which clay figures are filmed using stop-motion photography. Do you have an idea for a movie? Have you ever wanted to make your own movie like “Chicken Run”?

You will learn how to create your own storyboard. You will design your own set and characters(s). You will operate digital video equipment with a Mac laptop.

When: Monday, July 20th to Wednesday, July 22nd (3 day)
Hours: 10:00am – 4:00pm
Ages: 10-18
Location: Burnaby
Fees: $30

Email: deafyouthtoday@gmail.com for more information

Deaf Youth Today

A week long program offered by Services for Family and Community Development. Families with children ages 5 to 19 who use sign language for all or part of their communication are invited to come together to share, to learn, and to connect with one another!

Sign language classes, education workshops, activities and outings maximize both parent and child learning. Parents and children will participate in some activities together using the learn-together philosophy and other activities will be focused on parents only/children only.

We will also have some awesome DYT staff working with us this week! This week promises to be fun-filled as we will provide creative learning opportunities as well as chances tot connect with other families from all over British Columbia.

For more information on the program, costs, and specific inquires please contact Kristen Pranzl at Kristen.pranzl@gov.bc.ca or call (604)660-1800(v) or (604)660-1807(tty)

Maple Ridge – Pitt Meadows 2009 BC Disability Games

B.C. Disability Games will be hosted in Maple Ridge, B.C. from Wednesday July 22 to Sunday July 26, 2009.

BCDSF will continue with these core sports: Golf, 5 pin bowling, 10 pin bowling, and Swimming.

This is our opportunity as a community to come together and celebrate the spirit, the courage, the determination and the achievement of these extraordinary athletes.

Please visit www.disabilitygames2009.ca for more information.
Also visit www.bcdeafsports.bc.ca for a calender of upcoming sporting events.

A friendly and social coffee group that meets every last Friday of the month.
Where: Java Hut Coffee
#301-6361 152nd St (64th ave and 152 st)
Surrey, B.C.
Time: 7 pm

*Next meeting is July 31st*

Come all and spread your hands to reach out to your friends !!
Creating a healthy ASL lifestyle, which is designed to be a fun and positive communication experience.

Contact: email julielampitt@rogers.blackberry.net
or email mijo@rogers.blackberry.net

R.A.D wants you to join us on Saturday, July 18th for the Annual “Gay Day @ Playland”

Come out to this unique event at Playland. Your favourite carnival games, rides, roller coasters, corn-dogs and candy floss are all there for you as well as live entertainment stages and a private beer garden. Wear red to show your Pride.

Date:Saturday July 18, 2009
Time:12:00 pm to 7:00 pm
*RAD group is meeting at noon at the Beer Garden*
Place:Playland at the PNE
Price:$27 through VPS

If you would like to attend with the Rainbow Alliance of the Deaf please email Rytch at: RNewmiller@rogers.blackberry.net