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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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Beacon Hill Park

Posted on May 23, 2025 by BC H&V

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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