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Families Together: Parent Info Session 2025 – 中文 (Chinese)

Posted on November 3, 2025 by BC H&V

REGISTER: https://form.jotform.com/252885941272062 Parent Info 11.22.2025 tc Parent Info 11.22.2025 sc

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BCHV Summer Get-Together 2025 

Posted on November 2, 2025 by BC H&V

By Sarah Francescutti This summer’s BCHV family gathering at Confederation Park in Burnaby on 16 August 2025 was such a joy! About 40 parents and children joined us for a dry afternoon of connection, laughter, and play. We almost considered … Continue reading →

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Families Together: Parent Info Session 2025

Posted on October 21, 2025 by BC H&V

WHO: Family Network for Deaf Children & BC Hands & Voices WHAT: Join us online for an info session for parents/guardians of deaf, hard of hearing and deafblind children in BC. Presenters from the following organizations will share information about their programs … Continue reading →

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The Role Music Plays in the Development of Deaf/Hard of Hearing Children

Posted on September 26, 2025 by BC H&V

I don’t have a musical bone in my body so when I thought of what I wanted for my children, I knew I wanted music to play a part. When my eldest child was born deaf, I wasn’t sure what … Continue reading →

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It’s Never Too Early To Think About What’s Next: Learning with Deaf/Hard of Hearing Adults

Posted on September 24, 2025 by BC H&V

WHO:BC Hands & Voices, Guide By Your Side, BC Early Hearing Program WHAT: Join us for a unique opportunity to learn from inspiring Deaf and Hard of Hearing adult role models who are (DHH) Guides with the Hands & Voices Guide By Your … Continue reading →

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Supporting a Hard of Hearing Child Through Kindergarten: What I Learned as a Parent

Posted on August 22, 2025 by BC H&V

By: Stella Lee When my son Marcus finished kindergarten in June 2025, I took a moment to reflect on how far he had come—not just academically, but in his ability to advocate for his hearing needs. As a parent of … Continue reading →

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Understanding Listening Fatigue in Children Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing

Posted on July 27, 2025 by BC H&V

Based on a presentation by Natalia Rohatin-Martin, Assistant Professor, MacEwan University in February 2022. “I feel bad for students who have to go through this every day… I’m exhausted.” – A university student after watching a captioned video with no … Continue reading →

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What the Invictus Games Taught Me

Posted on June 25, 2025 by BC H&V

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)

Posted on June 11, 2025 by BC H&V

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

Posted on May 28, 2025 by BC H&V

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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