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Halloween Family Play Day 2018

Posted on September 20, 2018 by BC H&V

Come out and join us for our First Halloween Family Play Day!   Sunday October 28th, 2018 Thunderbird Community Centre 2311 Cassiar St, Vancouver BC, V5M 3X3 2pm-3pm (Play Gym & Bouncy Castle) 3pm-4pm (Costume Parade & Activities) Come and … Continue reading →

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From Swimming to Swan Lake – Language and Learning Go Hand in Hand

Posted on August 23, 2018 by BC H&V

By Brianne Braun Whether your child is deaf, hard of hearing, or hearing, chances are they will be involved in recreational programs at some point in their childhood. For our American Sign Language (ASL) using kids, we must ensure that … Continue reading →

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Parent & Child Groups Fall 2018-2019

Posted on June 21, 2018 by BC H&V

BC Family Hearing Resource Society is hosting many groups next fall! These groups and events are open to all families receiving services from any of the three Early Intervention Agencies, (BCFHRS, CHSCBC & DCS). Check the PDF and be sure … Continue reading →

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2018 Summer Get-Togethers Around the Province

Posted on June 13, 2018 by BC H&V

Summer Play Days in BC Parks! VICTORIA – PRINCE GEORGE – NEW WESTMINSTER Come and get together with other families of deaf/hard of hearing children. Bring your own picnic/snacks, lawn chairs/blanket and water gear if you want to get wet! … Continue reading →

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Never Mind, It’s Not Important = Never Mind, You’re Not Important

Posted on May 26, 2018 by BC H&V

I was chatting with our adult son recently, reflecting back on his childhood, and the “no never mind” rule came up. I don’t recall who first taught me the “no never mind” rule so unfortunately I can’t give them their … Continue reading →

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Fun Family Picnic 2018

Posted on April 25, 2018 by BC H&V

WHO: BC Hands & Voices, Guide By Your Side, BC Early Hearing Program, CHHA BC Parents’ Branch, Family & Community Services, Family Network for Deaf Children – Deaf Youth Today (DYT) WHAT: An event for deaf/hard of hearing children, their siblings and parents and … Continue reading →

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Proposed Changes to BC H&V Bylaws

Posted on April 18, 2018 by BC H&V

Notice of special resolution: The board of BC Hands & Voices will be forwarding a special resolution to rescind and replace our current bylaws with an updated version that reflects our new two-tier membership structure. The special resolution will be … Continue reading →

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Family Play Day 2018

Posted on April 8, 2018 by BC H&V

_________________________ BC Hands & Voices Family Play Day Saturday, May 5th, 2018 12:30pm – 2:30 pm Bridgeview Community Centre 11475 126A St, Surrey, BC V3V 5G8 *Admission by Donation* ($5 / family suggested) Come and get together with other families … Continue reading →

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The BC Hands & Voices 2018 AGM: Reflecting on the year that was, and planning for the one to come

Posted on March 25, 2018 by BC H&V

By Lee Johnston The BC Hands & Voices AGM – held this year on March 5th – always provides an opportunity to reflect and take pride in all our organization has accomplished over the past year. In this month’s article … Continue reading →

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2018 AGM & Parent Evening

Posted on January 30, 2018 by BC H&V

  BC Hands & Voices Parent Evening & AGM Monday March 5, 2018 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Free to attend Location: 6077 181 Street, Surrey       A Parent Evening covering any topic you’d like to discuss! An … Continue reading →

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