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The Intercultural Connections Working Group is offering the following sessions to Settlement workers and community members:

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Understanding and Addressing Oppression – 9:00 – 11:00 am September 22, 2021

Allyship Continuum to Collaboration – Professional Development Training – three part series  8:30 – 11:00 am

                                           Certificate of Attendance to those attending the three sessions

Sep 28, 2021   What is Allyship?  Why Allyship?

Oct 5, 2021      The Inner Work of Diversity, Equality and Inclusion

Oct 12, 2021    Moving into Structure – From Individual Actions to Collaboration

The Employment Working Group is offering to newcomers the Soft Skills Series:

  1. Sep 21, 2021  9:00 -10:30 am What are Soft Skills And Why Do I need Them?
  2. October 19, 2021 9:00 – 11:00 am Soft Skills and Job  Interviews
  3. November 16, 2021 9:00 – 11:00 am   Building Skills / LinkedIn  

Registration is required for all the sessions.

AMS Signs @ UBC – Instructor for winter 2021/2022 – Job posting

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We are looking for an instructor to teach weekly introductory/basic ASL lessons on-site at UBC. This would be a volunteer position, and we plan on having 1 lesson a week, and each session will be an hour long. They will be on Mondays from 6-7pm. No previous teaching experience necessary!

about us:  ‘AMS Signs @ UBC’ is a student-run club that aims to provide an informal and safe space for UBC students to learn and practice sign language while emphasizing the needs of the Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing community.

If you are interested in this position, or have any questions, please contact us at signs.ubc@gmail.com. Thank you very much!

Additional details:

Location – AMS Student Nest

Date time – Mondays 6-7pm

Start date – Sept 13 (earliest)

end date – Dec 6 (dates for Jan-April have not be released yet)

Digital Connections

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The GVPTA is accepting applications from BC theatre artists who are Indigenous, racialized, d/Deaf and/or from disability communities for a 4-month #DigitalConnections free training program. Attend workshops, receive coaching, connect with regional, national, & international presenters, and more. This is a paid opportunity; successful applicants receive a participation fee.

Apply by Sep 9 https://www.gvpta.ca/programs/digital-connections

Also, link to our info session recording with ASL interpretation: 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pkc5k_ki208&ab_channel=GreaterVancouverProfessionalTheatreAlliance

Online Chakra Yoga

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[image description: sky blue border with big white space in middle. On top left of the white space is a

figure in black sitting in lotus position or Padmasana, whcih is a cross-legged sitting meditation pose

from ancient India, in which each foot is placed on the opposite thigh with 7 circles from head to feet.

Each circle is in different colour as in 7 chakra colours – red on bottom, orange, yellow, green, blue,

indigo and purple on top. In middle right of white space is an indian woman with brown skin sitting in

lotus position on a red circular pad with sun behind her. She is wearing loose golden cloth with gold

jewelery and holding a sceptor and gold standing bell.]

ONLINE CHAKRA YOGA

  • an offering to people who are Deaf & Hard of Hearing
  • Taught in ASL

CHAKRA YOGA (aka: The Yoga of Lady Niguma)

Lead by Certified Yoga Instructor Leonarda Ehl

When: Thursdays

                Sept 30

                Oct 7

                Oct 14

                Oct 21

                Oct 28

                Nov 4

                Nov 11—no class

                Nov 18

                Nov 25 

Time: 4pm—5:15pm

Where: ZOOM

Only 8 spots available!

What you will learn:

Lady Niguma Sun Salutation as part of the series

Yoga poses for each chakra that help untie the knots at each chakra

Short Vinaysan flow between each chakra

Chakra breathing

Key themes for each chakra

A bit of yoga philosophy to better appreciate the teachings

How to become happy and let go of chakra blocks to your own personal happiness

Deadline to register:  Thursday, Sept 16

Only for BC residents.

Attend all 8 classes, you will get FREE YOGA PAH! DVD!!!

Need More Information or Register?

Contact Bonnie at

Email:  bonnie.russell@vch.ca

Text: 778-987-4169

On bottom of the flyer: Blue fingerspelled hands saying “WBP”. Logo of Vancouver Coastal Health on

bottom. Colours are blue and green.

Website: http://deafwellbeing.vch.ca/

Job Posting – Language Acquisition Support Worker

Seeking Deaf and Hard of Hearing candidate for part-time with possibility of full-time
position


Who are we? 
Surrey school district is providing a program to Deaf and Hard of Hearing
students for the 2021/22 school year to provide students with enhanced ASL
exposure, cultural and linguistic opportunities for growth. The role we are staffing
is a Language Acquisition Support Worker (LASW).  


What is the job? 
The LASW will be working with Deaf & Hard of Hearing K-12 in one-on-one and
small group sessions and developing resources supporting students’ language
acquisition. The program will be overseen by Erin Pranzl of Lila & Pip and Anita
Lehman with support of experienced consultants working together as a team to
provide the best experience for Deaf and Hard of Hearing K-12 students.

The ideal candidate is someone desiring to learn and grow in their skills positively
impacting youth and serving a thriving community of students, parents, and
faculty. We are looking for passion and sense of purpose and a motivated self-
starter with creative ideas.


Our vision for role:

? Communicate professionally and appropriately with coordinators,
teachers, students and parents  
? Build rapport and relationship with every student
? Language Modelling
? Language coaching (supporting Deaf students with expressive ASL using
strategies to pull out language)
? Resource development (Videotaping and editing ASL version of print (e.g.
children’s books), information (world knowledge, non-fiction)
? Session plan development that is inclusive of diverse learners.
? Documentation & reporting back to supervisor
? Advocate for students and their needs
? Maintain confidentiality

Skills Required:

? Native user of ASL
? Basic English (emails, texting, planning and reports, reading children’s
books and educational texts)
? Ability to develop, follow, and reflect on (modify) session plans 
? Demonstrates ability to model ASL
? Demonstrates ability to coach students in ASL expression and reception 
? Demonstrates ability to modify language modelling and coaching
depending on age and ability of student 

BONUS SKILL-Ability to edit videos, add captioning and technology skills.

 
Posting will be up until filled.


Please send your resume to epranzl@surreyschools.ca

Disclaimer:
You will be expected to work face to face and online depending on COVID19 -your
hours may be affected

Summer Training Jam with Jeanette Kotowich

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Sunday, August 29th, 2021

2 – 4 pm Pacific Time

Pandora Park (2325 Franklin Street, Vancouver)

FREE

Guest Facilitator, Jeanette Kotowich’s Bio:

Jeanette is a multi-disciplinary iskwew, independent dance artist, creator, choreographer and Auntie Culture enthusiast of Cree, Metis and mixed settler ancestry. My work references Nehiyaw cosmology, protocol, de-colonial practices, ritual, relationship to the natural/spirit world and Ancestral knowledge. My practice is intergenerational and vocational; it’s a living and lived experience (more at movementhealing.ca).

Workshop Offering:

Let’s gather in time and space – to connected with embodied practices and inhabit land, landscape and site as individuals and a collective. Bring your courageous hearts as we intentionally explore specific values to nourish our practices – being identified in my research of Cree / Nehiyaw cosmology. Together we will stroke our fires with compassion, kindness, bravery and joy.

Register by going to our website or email us at newtotowncollective@gmail.com with your full name and email address.

ASL instructors needed – PDHHS

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Provincial Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services, MCFD is recruiting ASL instructors to provide ASL instruction to children, youth and families in BC.

If interested, please go to BC Bid website and pick Ministry of Children and Family Development under “BROWSE OPPORTUNITIES by ORGANIZATION” and click on XCN2021018RFQ for details. The closing date is August 27 2021, 2:00pm

Motion Picture Industry Orientation Course

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Are you looking to work in the motion picture industry? Actsafe Safety Association’s Motion Picture Industry Orientation course on September 18th&19th will be ASL-interpreted.

Delivered virtually across two half days, this instructor-led workshop covers various motion picture industry topics including the structure of the BC film industry, stages of production, industry jobs, set terminology, set etiquette, basic safety and communication skills.

This orientation program is just one step in a series of courses or programs which will be required by the different associations, guilds, and unions in order to make your entry into the motion picture/television industry.

Register at www.actsafe.ca/motion-picture-industry-orientation-course-and-exam/ (ASL Interpreted button at the bottom of the page).

Slingshot Writing Workshop presents: TV Writing with Ins Choi and Story Principles with Tetsuro Shigematsu

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Seeking nine IBPOC early career writers to participate in this free writing workshop weekend.

When: October, 15 – 17

Where: Zoom

Fee: Free of charge

ASL interpretation available. Registration by application. To apply visit https://slingshotwritingworkshop.com

Application DEADLINE: Friday, September 3rd at 11:59 PM PST.

What is Slingshot Writing Workshop? Slingshot Writing Workshop is a new organization that seeks to offer free writing workshops for people of colour led by instructors of colour. It seeks to provide tools to further hone writing skills and build community at the same time. These workshops will provide hands-on skills to further hone the craft of writing, answer some questions, and give examples from real world experience. These workshops are intended for participants who identify as early-career or late bloomer professional IBPOC writers and we welcome those who also identify as LGBTQ2IA+, d/Deaf, disabled, MAD, neurodiverse/neurodivergent communities to apply.

Video ASL Vlog: https://youtu.be/OIhb7Dmc8Zs

Seeking ASL Singer & Interpreter for BC Lion Game

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Imran Hakamali: Hello everyone! I want take this time to quickly announce something. BC Lions Football game, they have contacted us and are looking for an ASL signer and and interpreter. What for? And when? On Thursday, August 19th, just coming up soon. If you want to take this opportunity, please email us at gvadmedia@gmail.com.


Email us soon as possible if you’re interested. Then we will select whoever contact us then we will contact them and schedule it.

Thank you.

*Note: This is for anthem at start of the game.

ASL Interpretation at the Victoria Fringe Festival

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The Victoria Fringe is an independent theatre festival that presents shows of all genres from around the world! This year’s festival is from August 13-September 24.

There are 5 in-person performances with ASL interpretation, and free tickets are available to Deaf and Hard of Hearing audience members.

There are also free online events for kids with ASL interpretation.

You can read more about the shows, view ASL vlogs, download the accessibility guide, and book free tickets at victoriafringe.com > Accessibility at the Fringe, or take a look at the poster attached!

Questions? Contact Holly at access@intrepidtheatre.com or (voice/VRS) 250-383-2663.

Seeking ASL/Deaf-Friendly Driver Instructor

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If anyone does know of any driving schools that are familiar with deaf drivers and is deaf-friendly to work with deaf students. If you do please contact gvadmedia@gmail.com

Thank you.

Speech Language Pathologist Job Posting #2 – SD 05

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School District No. 5
(Southeast Kootenay)
KiÊ?suÊ?k kyukyit. We are honoured to work, live and play in the homelands of the
Ktunaxa people.


The footprint of our School District is fully contained within the Ktunaxa Nation, including
the communities of Ê?aq’am and YaqÌ?it Ê?a·knuqⱡiÊ3?4it.

Posting: E21/22-007 Description: Speech Language Pathologist
Start Date: 01-Sep-2021 End Date: 31-Oct-2022
Date of Notice: 03-Aug-2021 Closing Date: 18-Aug-2021 12:00 pm or when position is
filled
Job posting – Make a Future (https://bit.ly/2OdMaNh)
Speech/Lang Path Board Office ( Cranbrook )

Temporary 1.0 fte
Speech and Language Pathologist – Grades K-12 ( Posting E2122-007 reposted from
2021)


1.0 FTE temporary contract, starting ASAP to October 31, 2022
Position will include 4 days/week in Elementary setting (Grades K-6) and 1 day/week in
Middle/Secondary Setting (Grades 7-12)


-Must possess or be eligible for certification with College of Speech and Hearing Health
Professionals of BC
-Must have a Masters Degree / formal training and/or experience in Speech Language
Pathology
-Travel may be required to other communities in the District


For more information regarding this posting, please click on the location above
for contact information.


Let School District No. 5 (Southeast Kootenay) welcome you to the East
Kootenays. Whether you will make your home in Cranbrook, Elkford, or anywhere in
between we have employment opportunities for you. What makes your family happy?


City Experiences, Backcountry living, World Class Skiing, Vibrant Arts Communities,
Theatre, Camping, Lake and Stream Fishing, we can offer a lifestyle that some people
just dream about.


With 17 schools in 5 communities we are sure to have something for every lifestyle.
With close proximity to Calgary and the United States of America, your opportunities are
as endless as your imagination. Check out our communities and see for yourself the
opportunities that will await you with School District

No. 5. There has never been a better time to explore the South East Kootenays. What
are you waiting for?


EXPLORE SCHOOL DISTRICT 5 – Click on the link below:
Job Postings (/postings-sekootenay)


Virtual Tour SD5
(https://www.sd5.bc.ca/careeropportunities/Documents/Explore%20SD5%20South%20
East%20Kootenay%20.pdf)

Please apply for this job only in the manner specified by the employer, otherwise your
application will not be considered for the position.
INTERNAL APPLICANTS


All internal applicants must complete a profile and apply for this position using the Job
Posting Web found on your Powerschool web portal.
EXTERNAL APPLICANTS


All external applicants are invited to visit our website at www.sd5.bc.ca to create a
profile and apply for postings. Applications should include a cover letter,
resume, certificates and at least three (3) professional references, preferably from
current supervisors.


Note: WHEN APPLYING FOR POSITIONS IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE
APPLICANT TO PROVIDE DETAILS OF THEIR QUALIFICATIONS
FOR THE POSITION.


The successful applicant will be subject to the terms of the Criminal Records Review
Act. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Speech Language Pathologist Job Posting #1 – SD 05

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School District No. 5
(Southeast Kootenay)
Job Posting: Posting Detail
Posting: E21/22-004 Speech Language Pathologist
Start Date: 01-Sep-2021 End Date:
Date of Notice: 22-Jun-2021 Closing Date: 31-Aug-2021 12:00
Job Posting – Make a Future (https://bit.ly/3jl0L5v).


Speech/Lang Path. District Position based out of the Board Office (Cranbrook )


0.7 FTE continuing contract, starting September 1, 2021


This is a district position based out of Cranbrook

-Must possess or be eligible for certification with College of Speech and Hearing Health
Professionals of BC
-Must have a Masters Degree / formal training and/or experience in Speech Language
Pathology


Let School District No. 5 (Southeast Kootenay) welcome you to the East
Kootenays. Whether you will make your home in Cranbrook, Elkford, or anywhere in
between we have employment opportunities for you. What makes your family happy?


City Experiences, Backcountry living, World Class Skiing, Vibrant Arts Communities,
Theatre, Camping, Lake and Stream Fishing, we can offer a lifestyle that some people
just dream about.


With 17 schools in 5 communities we are sure to have something for every lifestyle.
With close proximity to Calgary and the United States of America, your opportunities are
as endless as your imagination. Check out our communities and see for yourself the
opportunities that will await you with School District
No. 5.

There has never been a better time to explore the South East Kootenays. What
are you waiting for?


Cranbrook BC Jaffray BC Fernie BC Sparwood BC Elkford BC
EXPLORE SCHOOL DISTRICT 5 – Click on the link below:

Job Postings (/postings-sekootenay)


Virtual Tour SD5
(https://www.sd5.bc.ca/careeropportunities/Documents/Explore%20SD5%20South%20
East%20Kootenay%20.pdf)


Teacher Job Descriptions
(https://www.sd5.bc.ca/careeropportunities/teachers/Pages/default.aspx#/=)


CUPE Job Descriptions
(https://www.sd5.bc.ca/careeropportunities/CUPE/Pages/default.aspx#/=)
Please apply for this job only in the manner specified by the employer, otherwise your
application will not be considered for the position.


INTERNAL APPLICANTS
All internal applicants must complete a profile and apply for this position using the Job
Posting Web found on your Powerschool web portal.


EXTERNAL APPLICANTS
All external applicants are invited to visit our website at www.sd5.bc.ca to create a
profile and apply for postings. Applications should include a cover letter, resume,
certificates and at least three (3) professional references, preferably from current
supervisors.


Note: WHEN APPLYING FOR POSITIONS IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE
APPLICANT TO PROVIDE DETAILS OF THEIR QUALIFICATIONS
FOR THE POSITION.


The successful applicant will be subject to the terms of the Criminal Records Review
Act. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Burnaby Pride Digital Celebration

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Burnaby Pride is presenting two digital events this year. Both events feature ASL Interpretation and live captioning. 

Queer As Funk Digital Concert

July 23, 2021 at 7pm PT

Video link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K5FEf63b1dA

Burnaby Pride Digital Celebration

July 24, 2021 at 7pm PT

Video link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ouaXAmF6j0

VIMEO:

Queer As Funk Digital Concert

July 23, 2021 at 7pm PT

Video link: https://vimeo.com/577642793/b085ad20bc

Burnaby Pride Digital Celebration

July 24, 2021 at 7pm PT

Video link: https://vimeo.com/577640598 FACEBOOK: 

Queer As Funk Digital Concert

July 23, 2021 at 7pm PT

Event link: https://www.facebook.com/events/255751559650088/

Burnaby Pride Digital Celebration

July 24, 2021 at 7pm PT

Event link: https://www.facebook.com/events/244433307211691/