Deaf Services Canada

How To Succeed At Job Fairs Workshop
2026-04-02 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Toronto) | Zoom
Get Ready for Your Next Job Fair!
Join us on April 2nd from 2:00–3:00 PM for an interactive workshop designed to help you succeed at job fairs.
Learn how to:

Deliver a confident personal pitch
Talk about your skills and opportunities effectively
Approach employers and make meaningful connections

Whether it’s your first job fair or you want to improve your approach, this session will give you practical tips and a chance to practice in a supportive environment.
Don’t miss this opportunity to boost your confidence and stand out to employers!
To register, please email rsvp@www.deafservices.ca.

Indigenous Learning and Exploration
2026-04-11 11:00 - 15:00 | Royal Ontario Museum, 100 Queens Park, Toronto, Ontario, M5S2C6
Join Silent Voice Canada for a special event: Indigenous Learning and Exploration at the ROM on April 11 at 11:00 AM.
We will explore Indigenous history, culture, and stories through an engaging learning experience.
Cost: Free Admission
When: April 11
Time: 11am
Where: Royal Ontario Museum, 100 Queens Park M5S 2C6
How to get there:
TTC, get off on Museum Station
Meet front entrance in the lobby
Please rsvp@www.deafservices.ca by April 6, 2026.
All are welcome! We hope to see you there!

Discover Canada Spring Class
2026-04-29 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-05-06 18:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
Get ready for your citizenship test with our Discover Canada sessions! Join us to study, learn key topics, and build confidence!
When: April 29th for 8 weeks
Time: 6 pm to 8 pm EST
RSVP: discovercanada@www.deafservices.ca

Canada Job Expo 2026
2026-05-13 11:00 - 15:00 | Metro Hall, 55 John Street, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 3C6, Canada
Looking for a job or a career change? Don’t miss this!
Join us at the Canada Job Expo, one of the largest job fairs in the GTA!
Why attend?
✔ Meet top employers (like Apple Canada, CIBC, Bell, and more!)
✔ Explore job opportunities across different industries
✔ Practice networking and connect with recruiters
✔ Learn about the Canadian workplace
This is a great opportunity to build connections, gain confidence, and take the next step in your employment journey.
Please RSVP: rsvp@deafservices.ca

Employment Workshop: Navigating Canadian Workplace Culture
2026-05-22 10:00 - 12:00 | Zoom
Join us for an interactive workshop designed for Deaf employees to explore and better understand workplace culture in Canada. We have a guest presenter, Imran Hamakali join us for the workshop.
We’ll share real experiences, discuss common challenges, and explore practical strategies for success on the job. This is also a great opportunity to connect, ask questions, and learn from one another in a supportive space.
Open discussion
Shared experiences
Tools for workplace success
Let’s learn, connect, and grow together!
Please RSVP: rsvp@deafservices.ca

Discover Canada
2026-06-17 18:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
Get ready for your citizenship test with our Discover Canada sessions! Join us to study, learn key topics, and build confidence!
When: April 29th for 8 weeks, last class on June 17, 2026.
Time: 6 pm to 8 pm EST
RSVP: discovercanada@deafservices.ca

Save the Date - Deaf Services Canada Annual BBQ
2026-06-26 11:00 - 15:00 | To Be Announced, TBA, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Save the Date for the Deaf Services Canada (formerly Silent Voice Canada) Annual BBQ!
It’ll be on Saturday, September 26, 11am to 3pm.
More information coming soon!

Milton Camp Coordinator Needed!
2026-06-30 00:00 - 23:59 | Deaf Services Canada Head Office, 60 St. Clair Ave. E, Suite 400, Toronto, Ontario, M4T 1N5, Canada
Summer Job Opportunity!
Do you love working with children and youth? Are you fluent in ASL?
Join our team as a Camp Coordinator in Milton and help create an unforgettable summer for campers while building your leadership skills.
Apply now! Send your resume and cover letter to cyp@deafservices.ca.

Body Movement Workshop with Hands That Speak
2026-07-09 10:00 - 15:00 | Deaf Services Canada Head Office, 60 St. Clair Ave. E, Suite 400, Toronto, Ontario, M4T 1N5, Canada
Body Movement Workshop with Hands That Speak!
Come and join us for a one-day workshop with Denise Read, a Deaf performer, artistic director, filmmaker, composer, and educator.
We will be working on our body movements and creatively expressing ourselves.
A yoga mat will be provided.
LIMITED SPOTS!!! RSVP as soon as possible!

Shopping Tips to Save Money Workshop
2026-07-20 10:00 - 12:00 | Deaf Services Canada Head Office, 60 St. Clair Ave. E, Suite 400, Toronto, Ontario, M4T 1N5, Canada
Learn how to save money when you shop!
Come to our workshop on July 20, 2026 from 10:00am to 12:00pm.
You can come in person or use Zoom!
RSVP by July 16, 2026 at rsvp@deafservices.ca.
Download the pdf for this event here.

ASL Community Cookout & Celebration Through Signing
2026-07-25 11:00 - 16:00 | Tom Gavey Pavilion, Zwick Island, Belleville, Ontario, K8P 3P6, Canada
Deaf Services Canada is co-hosting with Belleville Association of the Deaf (BAD) and Ontario Association of Sign Language Interpreters (OSALI) a free Community BBQ for families with Deaf and Hard of Hearing children and the Deaf/ASL community! There will be games and activities for parents and children, face painting, Deaf community engagement, and a fun, accessible playground! We will provide hamburgers, hot dogs and drinks!
When: July 25th, 2026
Time: 11 am to 4 pm
Where: Belleville Zwick at Tom Gavey Pavilion, Zwick Island, Belleville, ON
Please RSVP to badpresident1986@gmail.com by July 17, 2025.
This event was made possible by the generous donation from OSALI!

Protecting Yourself with Insurance Workshop
2026-07-29 10:00 - 12:00 | Deaf Services Canada Head Office, 60 St. Clair Ave. E, Suite 400, Toronto, Ontario, M4T 1N5, Canada
Learn about what insurance is and how it protects you in this upcoming workshop on July 29, 2026.
It will be from 10am to 12pm and you can go in person or use Zoom.
Please RSVP by July 26 at rsvp@deafservices.ca.
You can download the PDF for this workshop here.

Government Benefits for You and Your Family
2026-08-12 10:00 - 12:00 | Durham Deaf Services Office, 900 King St, Oshawa, Ontario, L1H 1H2, Canada
Learn about government benefits for you and your Family in this upcoming workshop on August 12, 2026.
It will be from 10am to 12pm and you can go in person or use Zoom.
Please RSVP by August 8 at rsvp@deafservices.ca.
You can download the PDF for this workshop here.

Euchre/Golf Card Tournament
2026-08-15 12:00 - 17:00 | 420 Wings Oshawa, 1000 Stevenson Rd N., Oshawa, Ontario, Canada
Durham Deaf Club and Oshawa Deaf Senior Citizens are partnering to host the next Euchre/Golf Card Tournament!
Card Tournament is happening on August 15, doors open at 12, games start at 12:30.
Where? 1000 Stevenson Rd N, Oshawa (420 Wings Oshawa)
Cost? $25.00 per person to play (includes snacks) & $10.00 per fan (includes snacks)
Registration by August 12th is required!
RSVP by email to: durhamdeafclub@gmail.com
Hope to see you there!

Budget Friendly Meals and Snacks
2026-08-17 10:00 - 12:00 | Deaf Services Canada Head Office, 60 St. Clair Ave. E, Suite 400, Toronto, Ontario, M4T 1N5, Canada
Learn about how to budget for budget-friendly meals and snacks for you and your family in this upcoming workshop on August 17, 2026.
It will be from 10am to 12pm and you can go in person or use Zoom.
Please RSVP by August 13 at rsvp@deafservices.ca.
You can download the PDF for this workshop here.

Join Our Deaf Mentor Training Program
2026-08-24 00:00 | Zoom
Our training program will be on Saturdays from October 17 to November 21, 2026, 10am to 3pm.
It costs $250 and will include curriculum and opportunity to work with our TTS program!
There will be a mandatory online screening interview from August 24 to 27, 2026.
Once you become a Deaf Mentor, there is TTS work available across Ontario for $50/hr on evenings and weekends, mileage included!
Interested? Email asl.programs@deafservices.ca to book your screening now!
