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Author Archives: BC H&V
What the Invictus Games Taught Me
By Jen Gow I had the privilege of volunteering at the Invictus Games in Whistler this past February. My family and I are involved in the cross country ski community and I often officiate at races. You can usually find … Continue reading
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Summer Get-Together 2025- 中文 (Chinese)
For our Chinese speaking families. Please register here: https://tinyurl.com/5bat6ycp summer-get-together-2025-sc summer-get-together-2025-tc
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Summer Get-Together 2025
WHAT: Come out for a fun afternoon with other families with dhh children! (Please note this event is geared to 7 years and under) Look for the orange & blue balloons! (Parking lot closest to splash pad is at Beta Ave & Dundas … Continue reading
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Beacon Hill Park
WHO: BC Family Hearing Resource Society & BC Hands & Voices WHAT: You will find us at the duck pond across from the Petting Zoo. Come rain or shine so come prepared for the weather, whether that’s blankets, and sunscreen or warmer and/or … Continue reading
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Growing Up with Deaf Siblings
Levi Traxler, was born and raised in Ohio with his 4 siblings, 3 of whom are Deaf. He is profoundly Deaf and he recently sat down for an interview with his brother, Paul Szefer (pictured below), who has typical hearing. … Continue reading
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FAMILIES TOGETHER 2025- 中文 (Chinese)
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Families Together- Fun Circle 2025
WHO:BC Hands & Voices, Guide By Your Side, Family Network for Deaf Children, Deaf Youth Today WHAT: Plan to join us on the morning of Saturday, May 10th for this event bringing families with deaf/hard of hearing children together to … Continue reading
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BC Hands & Voices Youth Panel Event 2025
By Kim Shauer We recently held our Annual General Meeting (AGM), an evening filled with reflection, connection, and inspiration. A standout highlight of the event was the Youth Panel, where five remarkable young people who are deaf and hard of … Continue reading
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Deaf Literary Competitions
By Joy Santos My daughter, Teanna, participated in her first American Sign Language Literary Competition when she was in the 4th grade. She has been a student at the BC Provincial School for the Deaf since Kindergarten. “Flying Hands” is … Continue reading
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Building Empathy and Emotional Awareness in My Daughter who is Hard of Hearing
By Sarah Francescutti Empathy and emotional awareness are essential skills for social interactions, helping children form meaningful connections and navigate relationships. However, for children who are deaf and hard of hearing, developing these skills can take longer. Because they may … Continue reading
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