Be our date at the free Abilities Expo and Job Fair this Valentine’s Day. Come enjoy entertainment, food, and learn about all the ways the community is becoming more inclusive for people with physical disabilities. Guest speakers, fun activities and a social atmosphere all under one roof. This is the only event of its kind in Vancouver for the variety of information and activities. Everyone is welcome!
We would like to take some time to invite you to our upcoming DCCN session on Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP)
Disabled Community Connection Network (DCCN) is a monthly communication and information group for people of all ages (16+) with any disability. This group is hosted by the North Shore Disability Resource Centre. This group is facilitated by and for people with disabilities.
The next group is February 21st, 4:00PM – 6:00PM. NOTE NEW LOCATION: 3158 Mountain Hwy, North Vancouver BC, the North Shore Disability Resource Centre Association’s offices. You can get there by bus, sea-bus and car. Please let us know of any other accessibility requirements you might have in advance of the meeting.
The topic for the session will be on the Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP), featuring an RDSP expert from Disability Alliance BC. If you have any questions about Registered Disability Savings Plans (RDSP), please come and register now.
Join us at the 2019 Vancouver Small Business Information Expo (SBIE)
The 2019 Vancouver SBIE will feature face-to-face opportunities to interact with experts from over 50 support programs who provide valuable resources to small businesses.
When: Wednesday February 6, 2019 from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM
Where: Roundhouse Community Arts and Recreation Centre
In addition to the 50+ programs that will be exhibiting, we will host presentations on:
Innovation Lightning Round 9:00 – 9:30 am
Rapid-fire presentations of programs which support R&D of innovative goods and services with combined annual contributions of ~$900 million in direct funding and $3.3 billion in indirect funding
Selling to Government 10:00 – 11:00 am
Interested in selling to the public sector? This panel brings together purchasing specialists from different levels of government who will help you understand the processes for government contracting.
Access to Financing 2:00 – 3:00 pm
Looking for sources of capital? Want us to show you the money? This panel will bring together government representatives who will provide you with information on various financing (loans & grants) programs and resources available to your business.
New to the SBIE for 2019, OSME will offer an interactive Master Class sessions (space limited) on government procurement topics:
Bid Evaluation Master Class 1:30 – 2:30 pm
Get a “glimpse behind the curtain” from procurement professionals on the process used to evaluate bids and award contracts for the federal government. Learn about mandatory and point-rated criteria, the basis of selection, and the kinds of questions which can be asked during the process.
Plus more programming still to be confirmed!
To promote accessibility, sign language interpretation (ASL) will be available on-site. Please indicate with your registration if you will need this service. The ASL version of this content can be found at
**Please note that seating at the panel and Master Class sessions is limited, and on a first-come, first-serve basis.**
Share this event on Facebook and Twitter.We hope you can make it! Cheers,Office of Small and Medium Enterprises – Pacific Region
A little about TechInColour: Last year I started a community group and a got a grant to start this community project called TechInColour where we create events focused on tech and giving platform to people of colour to share their voice and showcase their skills. I started this group because I felt that there is a lack of representation of folks of colour and other communities in tech companies, tech conferences and tech community.
We’ve recently been highlighted in the Georgia Straight. Our first public event is happening this week on Jan. 24th 6-9pm at Chinatown House, by donation or free. Registration is required. Full details and tickets can be reserved on our eventbrite page. This event is open to everyone. Everyone is welcome to join the discussion and learn from each other, we have speakers from VR/XR, Data analytics and UX design industries.
Jesse, an ASL opera created by Landon Krentz in partnership with Heather Molloy and Paula Weber will be hosting a scripted performance at the Roundhouse Performance Centre (181 Roundhouse Mews) on June 24th, 7PM. Four Deaf interpreters are confirmed in order to be more accessible to the Deafblind community. Two ASL/English interpreters are available to provide support for the hearing audience. Support this important milestone by attending our phase one of our three years plan towards a professional sign language theatre. Be sure to click on the poster and to share on Facebook for a chance to win tickets at the performance.
(Image Description: A photo of Landon’s face and shoulders in nude with a halo of light behind him. It is a silhouette of him in the darkness showing very little details of his face staring into the camera and a hand of the side of his head. The text at the bottom reads “ JESSE / AN ASL OPERA / QUEER ARTS FESTIVAL / JUNE 24TH, 7PM / ROUNDHOUSE PERFORMANCE CENTRE in white font. At the bottom outlines six different logos of organizations partnering with the project such as Queer Arts Festival, Canada Council for the Arts, City of Vancouver, Re:Naissnance Opera, Canada Music Centre, and Artistic Sign Language)
Exciting Opportunity to Work with Business Leaders to Help Create More Inclusive Workplaces
Do you want to support innovative business practices to increase employment opportunities for people with disabilities? Are you a self-starter with demonstrated project management skills? Do you have a strong commitment to accessibility?
The Presidents Group is seeking two Accessibility Consultants to fulfill the vision of creating more accessible and inclusive workplaces across B.C. The deadline for applications is 4:00pm Tuesday, January 29, 2019. For full details and to apply for the roles, please visit: accessibleemployers.ca/aiconsultantjobs/
Rick Hansen Foundation Awards YVR Highest Certification for Accessibility
On December 5, 2018 Vancouver International Airport (YVR) was awarded the ‘Accessibility Certified Gold’ rating through the Rick Hansen Foundation Accessibility Certification™ (RHFAC) program. Not only is YVR the first airport to receive this rating, they are also the highest rated building in the program. For the full story, please visit: rickhansen.com/sites/default/files/press-release/2018-12/yvrrhfacpress-release-final-2.pdf
Canada supports Optional Protocol to the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities
Call for Proposals for Inclusion BC’s Annual Learning Event, Inclusion 2019, Now Open
Inclusion 2019 marks Inclusion BC’s 43rd annual learning event, and it will be held in Victoria BC from May 23-25 at the Victoria Conference Centre. Highlights of the event include keynote speakers, a tradeshow, events and networking breaks, and marketing materials. A call for proposals for workshop presenters is now open; for more information, or if you are interested in submitting a proposal to share your knowledge and experience as a presenter, please visit their site: inclusionbc.org/our-services/inclusion-bc-conference/
This email is sent in support of Building a Better BC for People with Disabilities: Making BC a Truly Inclusive Province. If you would like to add someone to this list or unsubscribe, please email Accessibility@gov.bc.ca
Every year, WIDHH’s Community Interpreting Services (CIS) program organizes and hosts a free income tax night for low income Deaf, Deaf-Blind and Hard of Hearing individuals. The event runs for one day only from 3pm to 8pm with help from volunteer accountants and ASL Interpreters.
The waiting list is now open!
Please circulate this information and the attached poster to anyone you think could benefit from this service. Please contact us by phone, fax or email to reserve your appointment at:
GVAD AGM 2018
Part Two
Saturday, January 26, 2019
Annual General Meeting 2018 – Part Two
Time: 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm
Where: Douglas College, Room N2201
700 Royal Avenue, New Westminster
Minutes – AGM November 30, 2018
AGM 2017 Minutes
If you want register please email to gvadoffice@gmail.com
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A patriarchy-smashing, politically-oriented, queer burlesque show, the Riot Grrrls highlight political issues through satire and theatrics. altBurlesque Queer Showcase features Riot Grrrls favourites and brand new queer-themed numbers.
American Sign Language (ASL) interpreting is provided in conjunction with the Island Deaf and Hard of Hearing Centre. The show offers a relaxed performance environment, allowing audiences to come and go throughout.
