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June 3, 2026

Framework for Engaging with Deaf...Individuals

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Service Delivery Impact for Deaf, Deaf Blind, and Hard of Hearing Individuals in BC’s Health Care System

ASL interpretation, lunch, and refreshments will be provided. We hope to see you there!

Framework for Engaging with Deaf, Deaf Blind, and Hard of Hearing Individuals for the Provision of Interpretation in Health Care Services

Date: Wednesday, June 3

Time: 2:30 – 4:30 PM

Location: BCIT Burnaby Campus (3700 Willingdon Ave.); NW04 1072, 1076, & 1078

Learn from Scott Jeffery, a Deaf leader working to improve language access, accessibility, and culturally safe communication in BC’s health care system. This session explores how to reduce communication barriers for Deaf, Deaf-Blind, and Hard of Hearing patients, including understanding legal responsibilities and how to access interpretation services to support safe, respectful, and effective care. Register here. 

Date & Time

Wed, June 3, 2026

Location

BCIT Burnaby Campus
3700 Willingdon Ave
NW04 1072, 1076, & 1078
Burnaby BC
Canada

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