British Columbia

Category

Organizations

  • BC Deaf Association (BCDA): is a non-profit organization that advocates for the rights and interests of Deaf and hard of hearing individuals in British Columbia. They offer a range of services including advocacy, workshops, events, and support for the community.
    • Founded: 1927
    • Location: Vancouver, BC
    • Website: N/A
  • Western Institute for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (WIDHH): WIDHH is a non-profit organization that provides services and resources for the Deaf, hard of hearing, and those with speech and language challenges. They offer programs related to communication, accessibility, and assistive devices.
  • Family Network for Deaf Children (FNDC): FNDC is a non-profit organization that provides support and resources to families of Deaf and hard of hearing children in British Columbia. They offer services such as workshops, social events, and information on early intervention and education.
    • Founded: 1983
    • Location: Burnaby, BC
    • Website: fndc.ca
  • Canadian Hearing Society (CHS): While the Canadian Hearing Society is a national organization, they have services and resources available in various provinces, including British Columbia. CHS offers a wide range of services for Deaf and hard of hearing individuals, including counseling, employment support, and accessibility services.
    • Founded:
    • Location: Toronto, ON (with services available in various provinces, including British Columbia)
    • Website: chs.ca
  • Island Deaf and Hard of Hearing Centre (IDHHC): Serving Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands, IDHHC offers services to Deaf, hard of hearing, and deaf-blind individuals. They provide support for communication, accessibility, and community engagement.
    • Founded: 1987
    • Location: Victoria
    • Website: idhhc.ca

Interpreting Services

Name Language Available in Website
The Western Institute for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (WIDHH) ASL Provincewide, VRI deafandhearalberta.ca
Academic Communication Equity-British Columbia (ACE-BC) ASL Provincewide ace-bc.ca

Note: VRI is stand for Video Remote Interpreting.

Hearing Aid & Cochlear Implant Services

Elementary/Secondary/High Schools

  • British Columbia School for the Deaf: Fostering Excellence, Celebrating Diversity. Committed to providing a comprehensive and inclusive education to deaf and hard-of-hearing students, empowering them to excel academically and thrive in a diverse world.

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