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The Strange Case of the Singing Toadfish and its Bizarre Mating Behaviour | Ocean Matters Lecture

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Date: Tuesday, 22-May-2018
Time: 7pm (doors 6.30pm)
Price: Free, but register to guarantee your seat
Location: The Vancouver Aquarium
ASL Interpreter: Yes
Webpage: ocean.org/oceanmatters

Description:

Join us for a fascinating look at the Plainfin Midshipman Fish. Learn about this strange and wonderful singing toadfish that can be found on beaches right here in British Columbia! These fish have many bizarre and wonderful courtship behaviours. They also have an unusual parental care system where the males are the sole protectors of the young. If this is not interesting enough, these fish also have light emitting cells on their body that they use to hunt prey!

Dr. Sigal Balshine, a professor from McMaster University, has been studying these fish and their strange behaviour for over 10 years! She will reveal little known facts about these incredible fish and how they are helping biologists understand the evolution of mating behaviours of all animals!

This event will be signed by an ASL interpreter. Any questions contact ruth.sharpe@ocean.org

 

Hot Yoga Workshop on May 12, this Saturday

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Hello, hello!!! Big smile : )

 

Very exciting! Hot Yoga Workshop this Saturday May 12!
$10 – CASH ONLY– Don’t forget please.
  • Date: Saturday May 12
  • Time: 1PM until 3 PM * be there at 12:55 please
  • Where: Santosha (before name Hot Yoga New West)

  • Address: 428 Columbia St, New Westminster

* If Skytrain: Stop in Columbia Station New Westminster, BC V3L 1B1

* If Driving: Free Parking, Park on 6th street second level, you see free park sign (you see “Reserved 24 hours Hot Yoga”) I show picture. Then walk to the street and you see Yoga Studio there. I show picture.

 

On Saturday, preparation:

  • Good breakfast, light lunch.
  • DRINK 4 cups of waterYES: Drink 4 cups or water (1 cup 9:30 AM, 1 cup 10:30 AM, 1 cup 11:30 AM, 1 cup 12:30)NO, NO!: 4 cups of water at 12:30….then tummy sick in Yoga
  • Bring big towel to cover your Yoga Matt
  • Bring bottle of water
  • Wear T-Shirt and light pants

SO HAPPY! SO EXCITING! HOT YOGA NEW EXPERIENCE!!!

 

PLEASE SHARE FACEBOK POST, INVITE MORE DEAF PEOPLE TO COME!!

 

IF QUESTIONS, PLEASE ASK ME! MY CELL 604.644.9659

 

Pacific Disabled Women’s Network Annual General Meeting

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Sunday May 27th at the Vancouver Public Library 350 West Georgia, Vancouver starting 12:30 -4pm. It will be in the Board Breakout room on the seventh floor. There will be a guest speaker at 1pm.
please rsvp to vcpgv@vcn.bc.ca?

WBP Drop-In Services In Kamloops

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Drop-in Services in Kamloops

  

Kamloops

 

When: Thursday May 10th

 

Time: 2:30pm—4:30pm

 

Where: 660 Columbia Street            

       Best Western Hotel

 

Contact: Ali — 778-987-4162

alison.nutt@vch.ca

 

WBP staff Alison Nutt will be in Kamloops for “drop-in      services”.

 

You can come to talk with Ali about the WBP, ask about    services we have, schedule to make an appointment, or share ideas about your community.

 

Don’t need an appointment — just drop-in!

 

Text Ali when you arrive

 

Need More Information?

Email:  WellBeing.Staff@vch.ca

Text: 778-987-4174

Toll-free TTY: 1-800-949-1155

Realwheels Theatre, workshops and round table(ASL Interpreting provided)

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https://www.facebook.com/RealwheelsTheatre/videos/10156252486865050/?notif_id=1525288691421182&notif_t=video_tag

DATE: Saturday, May 5
TIME: 1 -3 pm
LOCATION: GF Strong Rehabilitation Centre – Room 189
4255 Laurel Street, Vancouver BC
(map it)To register for the roundtable and/or the workshop intensive, contact: lindsey@realwheels.ca 
For more information: https://bit.ly/2HLmiQUWhat will you learn through this project?
Improvisational skills
Ability to be present in your performance
Listening skills as actors
Develop your own material
Tackle issues and topics important to YOU!WHEEL VOICES POWER PLAY is rooted in our eagerness to scrutinize and challenge questions of identity and marginalization.

WHEEL VOICES POWER PLAY is open to anyone who self-identifies with disability and inclusive of Deaf participants. 
ASL Interpreters will be present at the roundtable and the duration of the intensive.

No theatre experience necessary.
Workshop is fully subsidized and is offered free of charge

Special Message from WIDHH Acting Executive Director

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YouTube link:

Here is text:

Meet WIDHH’s Acting Executive Director

 

WIDHH would like to introduce Grace Shyng, Acting Executive Director.  Watch the video below to find out more about what is going on at WIDHH now.

Thank you for watching. Stay tuned as we plan to give regular updates!

If you have any questions, ideas, or comments, please contact Grace Shyng, Acting Executive Director at gshyng@widhh.com

SRV Canada VRS is coming to Vancouver! Mark your dates!

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Vancouver, British Columbia | May 31st – June 2nd, 2018

 

SRV Canada VRS unites people!

 

Come and meet Community Outreach Specialist and Customer Service Representatives who will provide workshops and customer support in your area.

 

Do you know that children and youth under the age of majority can register for a VRS number?

 

Come to the workshop to:

-Share your feedback on SRV Canada VRS
-Learn more about SRV Canada VRS and how it works
-Ask questions, and get technical support

Thursday, May 31, 2018 – This is ONLY for Children, Youth and Families
Youth Workshop
Children Workshop
Parent Night Session
Time: 8:45 a.m.
Location: BCSD, Burnaby South
Address: 5455 Rumble Street
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Time: 12:45 p.m.
Location: BCSD, South Slope
Address: 4446 Watling Street
Room: #110
Time: TBD – Info: terry@popdhh.ca
Location: BCSD, South Slope
Address: 4446 Watling Street
Room: Library
Contact Person
Terry Maloney:  terry@popdhh.ca
Vice-Principal of Provincial Outreach Program Deaf and Hard of Hearing

 

Friday, June 1, 2018

Saturday, June 2, 2018

 

Community Workshop and Customer Support

Time: 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Location: Douglas College

Address: 700 Royal Ave, New Westminster

Workshop: Room #N2201

Support: Room #N3407 and #N3406

 

Customer Support Booth @ Deaf Deaf World

Time: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Location: Vancouver Community College

Address: 1155 E Broadway, Building B

Room: Event Space on 2nd floor

 

Contact Person

Kimberly Wood: gvadpresident@gmail.com

President, Greater Vancouver Association of the Deaf

 

Deaf-Blind need tactile interpreters?

Please RSVP by May 18th at gvadpresident@gmail.com

 

Contact Person

Vincent Chauvet: vchauvet@vcc.ca

Department Head of ASL & Deaf Studies

Vancouver Community College 

 

 

If you plan to set up a new account or have questions concerning your account or app, please bring your data network supported devices (any smartphone, tablet and/or laptop with your own data plan).

 

The Workshops and Technical Support are FREE of charge and offered in American Sign Language.

 

Hosted and Sponsored By:

Vice Principal needed for BCSD from K to 12

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VICE-PRINCIPAL
BC PROVINCIAL SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF K-12

 

The Vice-Principal – BCSD (K – 12), working as a member of the district’s instructional leadership team, will have primary responsibility for implementing, managing and supervising a wide range of educational and support services for students enrolled in the provincial school for the deaf.  The Vice-Principal will work closely with the administrative leadership team at Burnaby South Secondary and South Slope Elementary and share responsibilities for the overall operation of the school.  

 

Qualifications:

Preference will be given to an applicant who possesses the following qualifications:

• graduate level training in an area such as administration, program and curriculum development and supervision of instruction.  Candidates must have a degree in Education of the Deaf and be fluent in sign language.
• eligibility for membership in the B.C. College of Teachers
• demonstrated leadership ability and commitment to working as a member of the district’s instructional leadership team
• demonstrated ability in effective personnel supervision, communications and human relations
• demonstrated knowledge of current educational trends, educational methods, and the use of technology to enhance instruction
• demonstrated skills in community involvement and public relations, including the ability to work cooperatively with parents, professionals and community service agencies
• recent, successful and relevant teaching and leadership experience with a focus on the redesigned curriculum and personalized learning

 

This administrative assignment will include some teaching responsibilities at K – 12 levels.

 

Please provide a detailed résumé including professional credentials, statement of educational philosophy and three current letters of professional reference (2018).

We ask that applications for all positions be submitted by 4:00 pm Friday, May 18th, 2018 to:

 

Human Resources

(Vice-Principal BCSD Posting)

5325 Kincaid Street

Burnaby, B.C. V5G 1W2

E-Mail: http://applications@burnabyschools.ca

 

41-SS Job Posting BCSD Vice-Principal, May 2018

41-SS Job Posting BCSD Vice-Principal, May 2018

Queer Arts Festivals

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On May 12, 2-4pm, join the Queer Arts Festival for the opening of SUM inaugural exhibition:
Queer-sum a “Chinglish” translation and play on the words Queer Love, alludes to queer attraction that people experience, even though they believe themselves to be straight identified – or queer-sum (sum=love).
Filmmaker Karin Lee presents three of her film/media works: a 2-channel remix of her classic 16mm film My Sweet Peony, a fantastical drama shot in the Dr. Sun Yat Sen Classical Chinese Gardens; Portrait of a Girl, a documentary shot in Beijing, and Small Pleasures, a period drama set in Barkerville BC.
An artist talk will follow on May 17, 7-9pm:
and the exhibition runs till August 18:
SUM opens as a permanent space, Canada’s only queer gallery, presenting year-round multidisciplinary exhibitions and events that further the artistic vision of the Queer Arts Festival.
The address is 268 Keefer St., between Main St. and Gore Ave. The SUM gallery is located on the 4th floor, suite 425.
Transit access:
Skytrain: Main Street-Science World or Stadium-Chinatown, bus 22 on Gore, buses 03, 08, 19 on Main, 14, 16, 20 on Hastings
Accessibility: This location has not yet had an accessibility audit.
– There is an elevator, accessible non gendered washrooms.
– Our events are scent free.
– There is a paid parkade as part of the building until 7pm.
– ASL interpretation will be provided at both events.
Please let us know if you have any requests or need more information

Congratulations goes to Dunham Deaf Boy film

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Award World Premiere 2018 : Documentary  features Dunham Deaf Boy “ Best in the show” and “best Feature documentary”

Director : Ladan Sahraei
This film is about Ronald Fee, and his Deaf experience and invaluable contribution to Deaf Canadian sports.

Job available: Farm Processing Assistant

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SOLE FOOD STREET FARMS:
Farm Processing Assistant

Organizational Background

Sole Food Farms is an internationally recognized social enterprise that transforms vacant urban land into street farms that grow artisan quality fruits and vegetables. Our mission is to empower individuals with limited resources by providing jobs, agricultural training and inclusion in a supportive community of farmers and food lovers.

Position Description

The Farm Processing Assistant (FPA) works under the Distribution Coordinator (DC) and Farm Manager to aid in the post-harvest processing of all farm produce.  The successful applicant will thrive in a fast-paced environment where they are challenged to handle our product with the utmost care and attention, prepare items for farmers markets and restaurant orders, wash totes used for produce, and maintain cleanliness and organization of the processing station at the end of each processing shift. The FPA will also serve as the Market Lead for our Wednesday market which means this position will be responsible for making sure weekly sales goals are met or (hopefully) exceeded.

Specific Responsibilities

  • Aid in post-harvest processing of all farm produce; this includes washing, weighing, recording, and quality/consistency control of all farm produce.
  • Bunch produce (ex. carrots or kale) in a consistent and quick manner.
  • Report any issues with produce quality to the DC.
  • Pack farmers market and restaurant produce as directed by the DC.
  • Wash Rubbermaid totes used to harvest and store produce
  • Clean the processing station at the end of each shift, and take compost to pile.
  • Any other farm tasks: including harvest, raking, weeding, etc. if time permits and as directed by management.
  • Serve as the Market Lead at the Wednesday Main Street Farmers’ Market from June to October

Skills and Qualifications

  • Minimum 1-year experience handling food; either direct farm processing experience, commercial kitchen or industrial food preparation.
  • Valid class 5 driver’s license
  • Understanding of produce standards expected in high-end kitchens an asset.
  • Keen attention to detail, see variations in quality of a product or bunch size.
  • Can work quickly and with minimal supervision; fast learner.
  • Works in a clean, organized, and orderly manner
  • Must be comfortable in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment similar to that of a busy kitchen
  • Friendly and outgoing,

Sole Food Farms is an innovative social enterprise that operates one of North America’s largest urban farms to provide support to people facing barriers.

The position of Processing Assistant is an hourly position classified as Farm Worker, under BC Employment standardthat may be required to work up to 60 hours per week during peak harvest season to get our produce to its home. A typical work schedule is 6:30am–4:30pm, Mon-Fri (June-September) but expect that some days may require more. Hours will be reduced to about 20 hours per week in the off-peak season.

In addition to an entry level wage, benefits include deep discounts on produce and working outside with a bunch of amazing people.

Potential candidates will be contacted for an interview as they are identified. This seasonal position will start in May. For the right person, seasonal renewal is an option. This posting will remain active until the position is filled.

The Distribution Coordinator is a nascent signer (CODA). Deaf and ASL-primary applicants are encouraged.

Send Cover Letter and Resume to:
info@solefoodfarms.com

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ASL interpreting provided in Playwright Theatre, JUST CONFIRMED!

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http://www.facebook.com/events/408959786216286/

SECRET LOCATION REVEALED for Unscripted: Where the Devil Can’t Go: May 3, 2018

 

CAD-ASC events on the weekend of May 25th-26th

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CAD-ASC President Frank Folino will be in Vancouver, BC the weekend of May 25-26!  The two CAD-ASC Board members from British Columbia (Leanor Vlug and Lisa Anderson-Kellett) are organizing presentations and events to benefit the members of BC’s Deaf community.

There will be 3 events for the Deaf community to attend:

 

Friday May 25, 2018

 

Special presentation: Strengthening Human Rights for Deaf People in Canada

Time: Doors open at 6:00 pm.  Presentation 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Location: Room N2201, Douglas College, 700 Royal Avenue, New Westminster, BC

RSVP by May 11, 2018 if you need Deaf interpreters.  Email: cadascsecretary@gmail.com

See Flyers:

ENGLISH PDF link – https://bit.ly/2F6OZ8C

ENGLISH TEXT link (downloadable document link) – https://bit.ly/2HhRrLr

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Saturday May 26, 2018

Town Hall: Looking Forward! How to… get BC Deaf people together & discuss…

Time: ?Doors open: 1:15 pm   Town Hall: 1:30 – 3:30 pm   Special Presentation: 3:30 – 4:00 pm

Location: Room N2201, Douglas College, 700 Royal Avenue, New Westminster, BC

RSVP by May 11, 2018 if you need Deaf interpreters, email: cadascsecretary@gmail.com

 

PDF link – https://bit.ly/2JsAnCW?TEXT link – (downloadable document link) – https://bit.ly/2JhxuFf

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Fundraising Social: Beer & Burger Meet the CAD-ASC President

Doors open: 6:00 pm????Presentation begins 7:00 pm

Location: Great Bear Pub, 5665 Kingsway, Burnaby, BC V5H 2G4

Tickets: $25.00 includes burger, side & beer or other drink. See flyer for more details.

Want a ticket? Email to CAD-ASC Board members:

Lisa Anderson-Kellett: lisa@deafwireless.ca

Leanor Vlug: cadascsecretary@gmail.com

 

This FUN-draiser will support events and projects sponsored by the CAD-ASC, a non-profit national organization.

 

PDF link – https://bit.ly/2HibE3S?TEXT link (downloadable document link) – https://bit.ly/2qRpzHb

BONNE NOUVELLE, LA COMMUNAUTÉ DES SOURDS DE LA COLOMBIE-BRITANNIQUE!

Le président de l’ASC-CAD, Frank Folino sera à Vancouver de la Colombie-Britannique durant la fin de semaine du 25 au 26 mai 2018.

Les deux membres du le conseil d’administration de l’ASC-CAD de la Colombie-Britannique (Leanor Vlug et Lisa Anderson-Kellett) organisés des présentations et des événements au profit des membres de la communauté sourde de la Colombie-Britannique.

Il y aura 3 événements organisés pour la communauté des Sourds:

 

Vendredi 25 mai 2018

Présentation spéciale: Améliorer les droits des personnes sourdes au Canada

Heures:   Ouverture des portes à 18h00??Présentation à 18h30 à 21h00

Où: Salle N2201, Collège Douglas, 700, avenue Royal, New Westminster (C.-B.)

RSVP d’ici le 11 mai 2018 et si vous avez besoin d’interprètes sourds, envoyez un courriel à:

cadascsecretary@gmail.com

Lien PDF FRANÇAIS –  https://bit.ly/2JdY8P5

Lien TEXTE FRANÇAIS (lien vers le document téléchargeable) –  https://bit.ly/2HhRrLr

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Samedi 26 mai 2018

Assemblée publique: Regardons vers l’avenir! Comment réunissez les personnes sourdes de la Colombie-Britannique et discutez…

Portes ouvertes: 13h15?Heure: 13h30 à 15h30?Présentation spéciale: 15h30 à 16h00

Où: Salle N2201, Collège Douglas, 700, avenue Royal, New Westminster, C.-B.

RSVP d’ici le 11 mai 2018 et si vous avez besoin d’interprètes sourds, envoyez un courriel à:

cadascsecretary@gmail.com

Lien PDF – https://bit.ly/2K6k004

Lien TEXTE – (lien de document téléchargeable) – https://bit.ly/2K7njUP

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Soirée-bénéfice: Bière et Burger Rencontrez le président de l’ASC-CAD

Portes ouvertes: 18h00     La présentation commence à 19h00

Où: Pub Great Bear, 5665 Kingsway, Burnaby C.-B. V5H 2G4

Des billets : 25,00 $ comprend burger, côté et bière ou autre boisson. Voir la circulaire pour plus de détails.

Voulez-vous un billet? Envoyer à Membres du CA de l’ASC-CAD:

Lisa Anderson-Kellett: lisa@deafwireless.ca    Leanor Vlug: cadascsecretary@gmail.com

 

Cette collecte de fonds soutiendra des événements et des projets parrainés par le l’ASC-CAD, un organisme national sans but lucratif.

Lien PDF – https://bit.ly/2JhjyLj

Lien TEXTE (lien de document téléchargeable) – https://bit.ly/2Jh8bmP

 

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CAD-ASC Special Presentation

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CAD-ASC Special Presentation:

About:

  • UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities

  • Canada’s Upcoming Federal Accessibility Legislation

  • Recognition of Canada’s National Sign Languages

  • What can you do?

When: Friday, May 25, 2018

Doors open at 6:00 pm.  

Presentation 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm


Location: Room N2201, Douglas College, 700 Royal Avenue, New Westminster, BC

RSVP by May 11, 2018, and if you need Deaf interpreters, email: cadascsecretary@gmail.com

ENGLISH PDF link  – https://bit.ly/2F6OZ8C

ENGLISH TEXT link (downloadable document link) – https://bit.ly/2HhRrLr


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ASC-CAD Présentation spéciale: Améliorer les droits des personnes sourdes au Canada


  • Convention des Nations unies relative aux droits des personnes handicapées  

  • Loi fédérale à venir sur l’accessibilité au Canada

  • Reconnaissance des langues des signes nationales du Canada (LSQ et ASL)  

  • Que pouvez-vous faire?


Quand: Vendredi 25 mai 2018

Ouverture des portes à 18h00

Présentation à 18h30 à 21h00

Où: Salle N2201, Collège Douglas, 700, avenue Royal, New Westminster (C.-B.)

RSVP d’ici le 11 mai 2018 et si vous avez besoin d’interprètes sourds, envoyez un courriel à: cadascsecretary@gmail.com

Lien PDF FRANÇAIS –  https://bit.ly/2JdY8P5

Lien TEXTE FRANÇAIS (lien vers le document téléchargeable) –  https://bit.ly/2HhRrLr

Fundraising Social: Beer & Burger Meet the CAD-ASC President

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Fundraising Social: Beer & Burger Meet the CAD-ASC President

 

When: Saturday, May 26, 2018

Doors open: 6:00 pm – 12:00 am Presentation begins 7:00 pm

 

Location: Great Bear Pub, 5665 Kingsway, Burnaby, BC V5H 2G4

 

Tickets: $25.00 includes a burger, side, & beer or other drink. See flyer for more details.

Want a ticket? Email to CAD-ASC Board members:

Lisa Anderson-Kellett: lisa@deafwireless.ca

Leanor Vlug: cadascsecretary@gmail.com

 

This FUN-draiser will support events and projects sponsored by the CAD-ASC, a non-profit national organization.

 

ENGLISH PDF link –  https://bit.ly/2HibE3S

ENGLISH TEXT link (downloadable document link) – https://bit.ly/2qRpzHb

 

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Soirée-bénéfice: Bière et Burger Rencontrez le président de l’ASC-CAD

 

Quand:  26 mai, 2018

Portes ouvertes: 18h00     La présentation commence à 19h00

 

Où: Pub Great Bear, 5665 Kingsway, Burnaby C.-B. V5H 2G4

Des billets : 25,00 $ comprend burger, côté et bière ou autre boisson.

Voir la circulaire pour plus de détails. Voulez-vous un billet? Envoyer à Membres du CA de l’ASC-CAD:

Lisa Anderson-Kellett: lisa@deafwireless.ca

Leanor Vlug: cadascsecretary@gmail.com

 

Cette collecte de fonds soutiendra des événements et des projets parrainés par le CAD-ASC, une organisation nationale à but non lucratif.

 

Lien PDF FRANÇAIS  – https://bit.ly/2JhjyLj

Lien TEXTE FRANÇAIS (lien de document téléchargeable) – https://bit.ly/2Jh8bmP


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