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ALERT! BCSDAA Reunion Registration Price

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Full combo

$175 before September 1 2019 – expire soon!

$200 before December 1 2019

$225 before April 1 2020

Individual tickets

(must purchase before March 1 2020)

$50 – May 28 events

$75 – May 29 events

$100 – May 30 events

 

ASL Interpreted Shows

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Dissection of a Mixed Heritage Woman – Sept 10, 7:30PM
Old-ish – Sept 13, 7:45PM
Borderline A**hole – Sept 14, 12:45PM
MX – Sept 15, 5:15PM

Richmond Society for Community Living – Job Posting

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Hi there,

I’d like to post for a position at Richmond Society for Community Living.  This position would be ideal for someone that is hard of hearing or deaf.

Position:  Intervenor Reference #:   RSCL2019.21

Classification:  Residential Care Worker Hours:

35 hours weekly

Wage:   Grid Level 10

Program:  Woodward’s House

Job Contribution: The Intervenor provides support in all aspects of the individual’s lives, including: work. social, and recreational. The Intervener strives to create a warm and comfortable home atmosphere that fosters a sense of belonging and empowerment for the individuals who live there. As part of an effective team ensures the well being of each resident and provides opportunities for growth and development in response to the wishes and interests of each individual. The staff establishes and maintains relationships of trust, security and unconditional support. They provide a consistent and supportive environment. They respond with respectful and skilled personal assistance to the specific emotional and physical needs of each person and ensures that these issues do not remain barriers to community involvement. The Intervenor endeavors to involve family members, friends, volunteers, and neighbours in each person’s life. They support positive peer relationships between housemates. They play an active role in advocacy and in community awareness and education. This person is a dedicated and knowledgeable member of an organization wide support team.

Education and Experience

? Degree or Diploma in human services field preferred and six months experience working with adults who are deafblind.  A person who is trained in deafblind intervention, culture, awareness and sighted guide techniques.

? An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Knowledge and Skills:

? Advanced ASL skills and other augmentative communication skills;

? Proven ability to assess and interpret human behavior accurately and respond supportively;

? Good organizational and time management skills;

? Knowledge of theory, principles and practices of the community living sector;

? Ability to work with minimal supervision and to maintain professional conduct and objectivity at all times;

? Proven ability to provide assistance in emergencies and ;

? Demonstrated ability to teach skills and work effectively with others.

Additional Information and Requirements:

? Approved Criminal Record Search;

? Doctor’s Note stating you are physically and mentally able to work with people with disabilities;

? Negative TB test;

? Current (and approved) First Aid and CPR Certificate;

? WHMIS and Foodsafe Certificate required;

? This position may  require use of a personal vehicle;

? This position requires Union Membership

Please submit covering letter and resume,  by closing date to Human Resources Director – kbasi@rscl.org

Thank you!!!

Kind Regards,

 Melissa Irving  | Director of Supported Living & Staff Training

604-279-7042 office  604-279-7048 fax

Richmond Society for Community Living

mirving@rscl.org   |  www.rscl.org

Kickstart Disability presents Hootenanny: Songs of Peace and Social Justice, THIS FRIDAY!

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Hootenanny: Songs of Peace and Social Justice

Friday, August 30 at 8pm

Hootenanny 2019 PR

Opportunities at H3 World TV: Deaf Sports Writer

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Deaf Sports Writer – Posting

Attached is posting for deaf sports writer positions at H3 World TV. We are seeking candidates with writing skills, understanding of sports and who would be interested in reporting on the upcoming Deaflympics Winter Games which will be held in Italy this December.

Please share this with anyone who may be interested in the Deaf Sports Writer position.
Thanks in advance!

David Rosenbaum
H3 Network Media Alliance
Tel. 647-497-6869
www.H3world.tv

Vancouver International Film Festival – Volunteers Needed!

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Hi there,

My name is Hannah Lohnes, and I am the Festival Volunteer Coordinator for the Vancouver International Film Festival. We are actively recruiting volunteers for our festival which runs September 26th – October 11th 2019 and I am hoping we can get your help!

Could you help us to spread the word about the festival?  I am attaching a sheet with our volunteer information. Please let me know if you would prefer a different format. I can also provide you with print materials if these would work for you.

Please let me know if you have any questions.

Thank you for supporting the VIFF Volunteer Program.

Have a great day!

Hannah Lohnes

Volunteer Coordinator

Vancouver International Film Festival | viff.org

Vancity Theatre, Vancouver International Film Centre 

1181 Seymour Street, Vancouver BC, Canada V6B 3M7

T:604-685-0260 | F:604-688-8221 | Hannah.Lohnes@viff.org

VIFF 2019 Postcard

WBP Workshop: Awareness for New Canadians – Sept 18

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Awareness for New Canadians

Wednesday, September 18, 2019

Time: 5:30 to 7:30 pm

Presenter: Abby from Burnaby RCMP “Crime Prevention & Victim Services Liaison”

Workshop Will Talk About:

When to Call 911

Accidental 911 Calls, What to do?

Police in the Community

What to do when you are Arrested

More Safety Tips!

Need more information or register?

Email:  WellBeing.Staff@vch.ca

Facetime/Text: 778-987-4174

Logo of Vancouver Coastal Health with words below: Promoting wellness. Ensuring care.

VCC DHH Dept – Short Promo Video

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Hi,
We made a short promotional video for DHH. We are undergoing a program renewal and would like to reach out to the community to let them know we are growing and, although our numbers are high, we would like to remind people about what a comprehensive program we have to offer.
We appreciate your support, always!
Thanks,
Marcia and team
Video in ASL
Transcript

Queer ASL Registration is now OPEN!

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https://mailchi.mp/95856af8bde8/queer-asl-registration-is-now-open?e=5fcf09d708

Our Sept 2019 cycle is PAH* open for registration. For this cycle, we are offering four levels and continuing one class in Coquitlam!

ASL VOLUNTEER – LIVED EXPERIENCE STORYTELLER

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QMUNITY’s Education & Training program is working on a video to be one of the resources to provide a platform for Deaf LGBTQ2S+ folk to share how, when, and if they acquired information to express their gender, sexuality, and sexual health needs, and to explore and provide a platform for Deaf LGBTQ2S+ folk who use sign language to share experiences of accessibility and access points for identity and sexual health.

Full Volunteer Description Details

ASL translation

VCC 45th Gala on Sept 28

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https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/vcc-45th-anniversary-celebration-of-dhh-asl-vip-and-is-programs-tickets-67567420975?aff=ebdshpsearchautocomplete

Please join us for a special evening celebrating the 45th anniversary of the Deaf and Head of Hearing Program (DHH), Department for ASL & Deaf Studies (DADS), Visually Impaired Program (VIP), and Interpreting Services (IS) at Vancouver Community College, Broadway Campus.

Come for dinner, dessert, and drinks, plus enjoy games, guest speakers, and socializing. Net proceeds from this celebration help Vancouver Community College (VCC) Foundation fund future departmental needs.

 

Support Worker for 17 yr old Girl

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Hi I am looking for support worker for my 17year old daughter who is deaf from Sept1/2019  only persons contact who knows sign language  doesn’t matter deaf , hard of hearing , or hearing  sign language is required  contact jatinder 778-319-2111

BCSD Reunion Drop In Registration – August 11 @ Metrotown

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BCSDAA Reunion 2020

Drop in registration

August 11

1 – 3 pm

Food Court at Metrotown Mall

 

Free outdoor movies with CC

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The DVBIA is hosting a summer movie series, and two of our outdoor movies will be closed captioned. I will include the event pages below for more details, but “Paddington” is taking place tomorrow (July 24), and “Inside Out” will be screened August 14. Both events take place at the Vancouver Art Gallery’s North Plaza, with activations happening from 5pm onwards and the movie screening beginning at sundown.

https://www.facebook.com/events/2849737141708641/

https://www.facebook.com/events/639433566557073/

Thank you!

Heather.

Heather McKenzie-Beck | Senior Manager, Marketing & Communications
Downtown Vancouver Business Improvement Association (DVBIA)
Suite 325-1130 West Pender Street | V6E 4A4
t/ 604.685.7811 x204    m/ 604.616.0933    e/ heather@dtvan.ca