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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191206
DTSTAMP:20191114T190414Z
CREATED:20191114T190414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191114T190414Z
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SUMMARY:Hacking for the Holidays: Making Toys Accessible for Kids with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Makers Making Change is partnering with SAP’s Vancouver office to host a switch build and toy hacking event for children at the Sunny Hill hospital. SAP staff will work together to assemble some of our access switches and re-configure store bought children’s toys so that they can be connected with the switches. The objective is to give children with disabilities a chance to play with toys and learn about cause-and-effect. \nFor more information about this event or to learn more about how to organize a similar event for your organization\, please contact info@makersmakingchange.com
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/hacking-for-the-holidays-making-toys-accessible-for-kids-with-disabilities/
LOCATION:SAP\, 910 Mainland Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6B 1A9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Hackathon,Makers Making Change
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20191214T140000
DTSTAMP:20191128T170056Z
CREATED:20191128T170056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191128T170056Z
UID:19914-1576317600-1576332000@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Phoenix AZ Chapter: Holiday Hack Event
DESCRIPTION:Let’s Kickstart our new Phoenix Arizona Chapter of Makers Making Change! \nChapter Leader Matt Levac will team up with our maker friend and collaborator Brady Fulton (AT NOMAD) to host a Toy Hack and Switch Build Event sponsored by Makers Making Change in partnership with Accel Schools. \nEvent takes place Sat Dec 14\, from 10am-2pm @ Create Makerspace in the Arizona Science Center. \nGet your Free Tickets Here
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/phoenix-az-chapter-holiday-hack-event/
LOCATION:Create Makerspace Arizona Science Center\, 600 E. Washington St.\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hackathon,Makers Making Change
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20201211T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20201211T170000
DTSTAMP:20201207T180243Z
CREATED:20201207T180243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201207T180243Z
UID:23058-1607700600-1607706000@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Virtual Holiday Hack Along – Adapt A Toy
DESCRIPTION:JOIN US AT OUR VIRTUAL HOLIDAY HACK ALONG AND HELP US TO PROVIDE MORE AFFORDABLE  ADAPTED TOYS  TO CHILDREN IN YOUR COMMUNITY\nMany electronic toys have a switch that activates its function. For children\, while being fun\, it helps teach cause and effect. Motor development\, cognitive development\, language and social interaction skills can also be promoted. Over the longer term these skills are applied to more sophisticated devices and equipment. This greatly enhances a person’s quality of life. \nFor children with disabilities\, pushing the toy’s default button may not be possible\, but they may be able to activate other switches. Switch adapting a battery operated toy enables alternate switches to be plugged in to operate the toy. This may be the only way a child can operate the toy. When a child with a disability first uses a switch toy\, it is often be the first time she/he has independently controlled anything! Regular interaction with toys and sensory devices can be of significant benefit to a child’s development. \n  \nFor The Virtual Holiday Hack Event You Will Need:\n\nA Star Gazer Toy  (you will need to buy-here’s a link via Amazon)\n3 female 3.5mm mono audio jacks\n3 mono 3\,5 mm audio cables (similar to this)\n5/32′ drill\nwire strippers\npliers\nsmall Phillips and Robertson screwdriver\na soldering iron stand\, solder and sponge( as well as copper braid or a de-soldering pump)\nflush cutters\npermanent marker\nmasking tape (optional)\na switch (your own\, or check out our open source assistive device library for designs)\nSafety glasses\n\nSpaces are limited: To register or for more info contact Suzanne Winterflood\, Regional Coordinator\, Winnipeg at suzannewin@neilsquire.ca
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/virtual-holiday-hack-along-adapt-a-toy/
CATEGORIES:Hackathon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20211203T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20211203T140000
DTSTAMP:20211108T221050Z
CREATED:20211108T221050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211108T221050Z
UID:24331-1638532800-1638540000@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Canada Life Toy Hack
DESCRIPTION:CANADA LIFE EMPLOYEES – LEARN NEW SKILLS! \nThe Learning and Performance Development Team based in Manitoba and Ontario are joining us and participating in our attempt to claim a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title.  #ATWorldRecord \nAs part of their contribution to community Canada Life employees  are using their corporately supported community volunteer day hours to help provide Adaptive Toys for children with disabilities. \nParticipants will receive an invitation to register via Zoom from your department event coordinator Carey Franklin-McInnes.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/canada-life-toy-hack/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Hackathon,Makers Making Change,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20211212T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20211212T150000
DTSTAMP:20211210T192132Z
CREATED:20211210T192035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211210T192132Z
UID:24410-1639303200-1639321200@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:NYC Chapter Adapted Toy Hack-A-Thon
DESCRIPTION:The holidays are here! Join the NYC metro chapter of Makers Making Change in collaboration with Makerspace NYC and Second Chance Toys for its first annual toy adaptation hack-a-thon. Our goal is to adapt the gently donated toys supplied by Second Chance Toys for switch access and get them out in time for the holiday. We will be setting up shop at the Brooklyn Makerspace NYC location along with the needed equipment to adapt. This is a free event and any skill level is welcome from the expert electrical engineer to the curious parent. Have a toy you’d like to adapt? Consider bringing it to the hack-a-thon and get some help!
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/nyc-chapter-adapted-toy-hack-a-thon/
CATEGORIES:Hackathon,Makers Making Change
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20211220T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20211220T150000
DTSTAMP:20211210T192633Z
CREATED:20211210T192633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211210T192633Z
UID:24412-1640005200-1640012400@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:My Canada Life Support Team – Christmas Toy Hack
DESCRIPTION:CANADA LIFE EMPLOYEES – LEARN NEW SKILLS! As part of their contribution to community the My Canada Life team are using their corporately supported community volunteer day hours to help provide Adaptive Toys for children with disabilities with Makers Making Change. Participants will receive an invitation to register via Zoom from your department event coordinator Josée Gauthier-Bélanger.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/my-canada-life-support-team-christmas-toy-hack/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Hackathon,Makers Making Change
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221103T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221103T203000
DTSTAMP:20221102T225020Z
CREATED:20221102T225020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221102T225020Z
UID:25785-1667500200-1667507400@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Hacking for the Holidays: VHS Toy Adapting
DESCRIPTION:On November 3 from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm PDT\, the Vancouver Hack Space will be adapting toys for children with disabilities for this holiday season. Hackers will adapt an assortment of toys like the bubble blower and singing bear. Every device will be given to a child with a disability as part of our Hacking For The Holidays campaign (new window). \nThis is a closed event for Vancouver Hack Space members only.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/hacking-for-the-holidays-vhs-toy-adapting/
LOCATION:Vancouver Hack Space\, 1601 Venables St\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5L 2H1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Hackathon,Makers Making Change
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20221106T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20221106T153000
DTSTAMP:20221102T230609Z
CREATED:20221102T230609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221102T230609Z
UID:25789-1667743200-1667748600@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Hacking For the Holidays: Halifax Central Library - Intro to Building Assistive Tech
DESCRIPTION:We are happy to be partnering once again with our friends at Halifax Central Library for a session in their Lou Duggan Creative Studio to build a variety of assistive tech at Halifax Central Library. \nNo experience is necessary\, and makers will be matched to projects of their interest. \nEvery device will be given to a child with a disability as part of our Hacking For The Holidays campaign (new window).
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/hacking-for-the-holidays-halifax-central-library-intro-to-building-assistive-tech/
LOCATION:Halifax Central Library\, 5440 Spring Garden Rd\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3J 1E9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Hackathon,Makers Making Change
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221108T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221108T203000
DTSTAMP:20221108T183027Z
CREATED:20221108T183027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221108T183027Z
UID:25828-1667930400-1667939400@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Hacking for the Holidays: Toy Adapting with the Design for All Program
DESCRIPTION:We are thrilled to work with the Design for All Program at University of Waterloo to adapt toys right before the holidays! \nParticipants will be adapting commercially available toys to make them compatible with adaptive switches\, making them easy to play with for all children. Toys will be donated throughout Central Canada to families and children hospitals in need. \nIf you are interested in adapting toys with us\, please reach out! info@makersmakingchange.com \nEvery toy and switch will be given to a child with a disability as part of our Hacking For The Holidays campaign (new window).
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/hacking-for-the-holidays-toy-adapting-with-the-design-for-all-program/
LOCATION:University of Waterloo\, 200 University Ave W\, Waterloo\, Ontario\, N2L 3G1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Hackathon,Makers Making Change
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221109T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221109T140000
DTSTAMP:20221109T170747Z
CREATED:20221109T170747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221109T170747Z
UID:25833-1667995200-1668002400@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Hacking for the Holidays: Switch Build with Splunk
DESCRIPTION:We are thrilled to work with Splunk Inc. to build switches right before the holidays! \nParticipants will be building our Interact Switch\, which can be used with switch adapted toys\, making them easy to play with for all children. Switches will be donated throughout Central Canada to families and children hospitals in need. \nIf you are interested in building switches or adapting toys with us\, please reach out! info@makersmakingchange.com \nEvery toy and switch will be given to a child with a disability as part of our Hacking For The Holidays campaign (new window).
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/hacking-for-the-holidays-switch-build-with-splunk/
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Hackathon,Makers Making Change
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221114T120000
DTSTAMP:20221114T163603Z
CREATED:20221114T163603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221114T163603Z
UID:25845-1668420000-1668427200@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Hacking For the Holidays: Toy Adapting with TELUS World of Science – Edmonton
DESCRIPTION:Makers Making Change is partnering with TELUS World of Science – Edmonton hosting a 2 part series of events. Individuals will learn about the Makers Making Change program and build assistive technology and adapt a toy to make it accessible. All toys and switches will be donated to local community groups. \nFull build kits\, toys\, tools and step by step instructions will be supplied to participants. \nThis is a closed event for TELUS World of Science – Edmonton PD camp attendees only. \nEvery toy and switch will be given to a child with a disability as part of our Hacking For The Holidays campaign (new window).
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/hacking-for-the-holidays-toy-adapting-with-telus-world-of-science-edmonton/
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Hackathon,Makers Making Change
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221115T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221115T120000
DTSTAMP:20221114T164203Z
CREATED:20221114T164203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221114T164203Z
UID:25848-1668510000-1668513600@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Hacking For the Holidays: Low Tech Builds with TELUS World of Science – Edmonton
DESCRIPTION:Makers Making Change is partnering with TELUS World of Science – Edmonton hosting a 2 part series of events. Individuals will learn about the Makers Making Change program and build assistive technology and adapt a toy to make it accessible. All toys and switches will be donated to local community groups. \nFull build kits\, toys\, tools and step by step instructions will be supplied to participants. \nThis is a closed event for TELUS World of Science – Edmonton PD camp attendees only. \nEvery toy and switch will be given to a child with a disability as part of our Hacking For The Holidays campaign (new window).
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/hacking-for-the-holidays-low-tech-builds-with-telus-world-of-science-edmonton/
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Hackathon,Makers Making Change
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20221117T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20221117T160000
DTSTAMP:20221102T231134Z
CREATED:20221102T231134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221102T231134Z
UID:25792-1668690000-1668700800@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Hacking For the Holidays: Toy Adapting with Salesforce Halifax
DESCRIPTION:We are thrilled to invited back by our friends at Salesforce to adapt toys right before the holidays! \nVolunteers will be adapting commercially available toys to make them compatible with adaptive switches\, making them easy to play with for all children. Toys will be donated throughout Atlantic Canada to families and children hospitals in need. \nIf you are interested in adapting toys with us\, please reach out! info@makersmakingchange.com \nEvery toy and switch will be given to a child with a disability as part of our Hacking For The Holidays campaign (new window).
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/hacking-for-the-holidays-toy-adapting-with-salesforce-halifax/
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Hackathon,Makers Making Change
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221117T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221117T190000
DTSTAMP:20221114T164850Z
CREATED:20221114T164850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221114T164850Z
UID:25851-1668706200-1668711600@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:MMC Montreal: Music Box Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Makers Making Change’s Montreal Chapter is partnering with Alzheimer Society of Montreal for a workshop to build music boxes for that will become part of the music lending library for persons living with Alzheimer’s and/or related disorders and Carers. This is an open event for everyone hosted by and at the new Permanent Activity Centre at the Alzheimer Society of Montreal. Refreshments and pizzas will be provided. \nAll are welcome! \nPlease Register at: 514-369-0800 | info@alzheimermontreal.ca
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/mmc-montreal-music-box-workshop/
LOCATION:Permanent Activity Centre at the Alzheimer Society of Montreal\, 4505 Notre-Dame St W\, Montreal\, Quebec\, H4C 1S3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Hackathon,Makers Making Change
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221123T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221123T143000
DTSTAMP:20221102T232017Z
CREATED:20221102T232017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221102T232017Z
UID:25793-1669208400-1669213800@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Incubator 13 – Switch Build
DESCRIPTION:Based in Ottawa\, Incubator13 is an accessible employment skills and entrepreneurship hub with a particular focus on youth\, small business and young entrepreneurs. As part of their innovation and technology programming for youth with disabilities Makers Making Change are facilitating an assistive switch build workshop. \nJoin us at this free event and learn about Incubator13 and Neil Squire programs.  Learn new maker skills and get inspired. \nRegister direct with Incubator13 here (new window).
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/incubator-13-switch-build/
LOCATION:Incubator13\, 815 St Laurent Blvd Room 124\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1K 3A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Hackathon,Makers Making Change
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221124T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221124T120000
DTSTAMP:20221103T191221Z
CREATED:20221103T191221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221103T191221Z
UID:25805-1669284000-1669291200@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Hacking for the Holidays: Toy Adapting with HSBC
DESCRIPTION:On November 24 at 1 pm EST\, the HSBC teams in Toronto and Vancouver will be simultaneously adapting toys together for children with disabilities this holiday season. Team members will adapt an assortment of toys like X and Y. Every device will be given to a child with a disability as part of our Hacking For The Holidays campaign (new window). \nThis is a closed event for HSBC employees only.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/hacking-for-the-holidays-toy-adapting-with-hsbc/
CATEGORIES:Hackathon,Makers Making Change
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20221124T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20221124T180000
DTSTAMP:20221123T003905Z
CREATED:20221123T003835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221123T003905Z
UID:25924-1669305600-1669312800@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Hacking for the Holidays: Toy Adapting with Aberdeen Hospital Occupational Therapists
DESCRIPTION:Makers Making Change is so excited to be adapting toys with the Aberdeen Hospital’s Occupational Therapists for the Holiday season! \nOccupational Therapists will be learning more about the Makers Making Change program and then be led by our MMC staff through switch adapting toys. A variety of toys will be adapted like Peppa the Pig\, RC Cars and light up wands. These toys will then be donated to children within Northern Nova Scotia through the Aberdeen OT team.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/hacking-for-the-holidays-toy-adapting-with-aberdeen-hospital-occupational-therapists/
LOCATION:Aberdeen Hospital\, 835 East River Road\, New Glasgow\, Nova Scotia\, B2H 3S6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Hackathon,Makers Making Change
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221125T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221125T160000
DTSTAMP:20221124T182135Z
CREATED:20221124T182135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221124T182135Z
UID:25931-1669381200-1669392000@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Hacking for the Holidays: Switch Build and Toy Hack with Coast Capital
DESCRIPTION:On November 25th at 1 pm EST\, the Coast Capital team in Toronto will be building switches and adapting toys for children with disabilities this holiday season. Team members will build an assortment of switches and adapt an assortment of toys. Every device will be given to a child with a disability as part of our Hacking For The Holidays campaign. \nThis is a closed event for Coast Capital employees only.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/hacking-for-the-holidays-switch-build-and-toy-hack-with-coast-capital/
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Hackathon,Makers Making Change
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20221129T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20221129T120000
DTSTAMP:20221124T185651Z
CREATED:20221124T183148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221124T185651Z
UID:25933-1669716000-1669723200@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Hacking for the Holidays: Toy Adapting with Nova Scotia AT Specialists Session #1
DESCRIPTION:Makers Making Change is so excited to be adapting toys with Assistive Technology Specialists from the Department of Education for the Holidays. \nVolunteers will be learning more about the Makers Making Change program and then be led by our MMC staff through switch adapting toys. Volunteers will be adapting a variety of toys like Peppa the Pig\, RC cars\, and light up wands. \nEvery device will be given to a child with a disability as part of our Hacking For The Holidays campaign (new window).
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/hacking-for-the-holidays-toy-adapting-with-nova-scotia-at-specialists-session-1/
LOCATION:Hebbville Academy\, 16147 Nova Scotia Trunk 3\, Hebbville\, Nova Scotia\, B4V 6Y1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Hackathon,Makers Making Change
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20221201T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20221201T103000
DTSTAMP:20221124T183648Z
CREATED:20221124T183648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221124T183648Z
UID:25936-1669883400-1669890600@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Hacking for the Holidays: Bliss Carman Middle School Toy Adapting
DESCRIPTION:Makers Making Change is excited to partner with Bliss Carman Middle School in Fredericton\, New Brunswick for our Hacking for the Holidays campaign! \nGrade 6 students will be learning all about the Makers Making Change program and will then have the opportunity to hack into a toy and make it accessible. The adapted toys will then be donated to children in need around New Brunswick and the Maritimes. \nEvery device will be given to a child with a disability as part of our Hacking For The Holidays campaign (new window).
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/hacking-for-the-holidays-bliss-carman-middle-school-toy-adapting/
LOCATION:Bliss Carman Middle School\, 615 Kimble Road\, Fredericton\, New Brunswick\, E3B 7G6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Hackathon,Makers Making Change
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20221202T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20221202T120000
DTSTAMP:20221124T190714Z
CREATED:20221124T190325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221124T190714Z
UID:25942-1669975200-1669982400@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Hacking for the Holidays: Toy Adapting for New Brunswick
DESCRIPTION:Join Neil Squire’s Makers Making Change program as we will be hosting an event to adapt toys for children with disabilities! \nWe are excited to be partnering with the New Brunswick Premier’s Council on Disabilities to host this exciting event in recognition of International Day for Persons with Disabilities. The International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) is annually observed on 3 December to promote the full and equal participation of persons with disabilities and to take action for the inclusion of persons with disabilities in all aspects of society and development. \nParticipants attending the event will be provided with tools and instructions and guided in adapting toys to be compatible with assistive switches to allow children of all abilities to play and interact with toys. All skill levels are welcome\, and every toy and device will be given to a child with a disability as part of our Hacking for the Holidays campaign. \nWhile not necessary to participate or receive a toy\, donations to our Hacking for the Holidays campaign are appreciated and can be made here
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/hacking-for-the-holidays-toy-adapting-for-new-brunswick/
LOCATION:Crowne Plaza Fredericton-Lord Beaverbrook\, 659 Queen Street\, Fredericton\, New Brunswick\, E3B 1C3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Hackathon,Makers Making Change
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221203T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221203T200000
DTSTAMP:20221103T202635Z
CREATED:20221103T202635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221103T202635Z
UID:25808-1670068800-1670097600@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Hacking for the Holidays: VHS Toy Adapting
DESCRIPTION:On December 3\, from 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm PST\, the Vancouver Hack Space will be adapting toys for children with disabilities for this holiday season. Hackers will adapt an assortment of toys like the bubble blower and singing bear. Guests are welcome to bring in a toy they would like adapted for their needs. No experience is required to participate — volunteers will be available to assist makers of all skill levels and tools will be provided on-site. \nAlso on this day\, join us in recognizing the United Nations International Day of Persons with Disabilities. \nEvery device will be given to a child with a disability as part of our Hacking For The Holidays campaign (new window). \nThis event is open to the public.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/hacking-for-the-holidays-vhs-toy-adapting-2/
LOCATION:Vancouver Hack Space\, 1601 Venables St\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5L 2H1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Hackathon,Makers Making Change
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221205T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221205T160000
DTSTAMP:20221124T193437Z
CREATED:20221124T193223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221124T193437Z
UID:25945-1670228100-1670256000@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Hacking For the Holidays: Royal Canadian Mint – Technical Community Switch & Toy Hack
DESCRIPTION:Makers Making Change is excited to be partnering with The Royal Canadian Mint to facilitate a switch build and toy hack as part of their Technical Community days. \n80 employees will  learn all about assistive technology\, and build assistive switches and hack toys which will then be donated to local children. \nMany thanks to The Royal Canadian Mint for this exciting opportunity! \nWant to partner with us? reach out at info@makersmakingchange.com \nEvery device will be given to a child with a disability as part of our Hacking For The Holidays campaign (new window).
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/hacking-for-the-holidays-royal-canadian-mint-build/
CATEGORIES:Hackathon,Makers Making Change
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20221205T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20221205T120000
DTSTAMP:20221124T195916Z
CREATED:20221124T195916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221124T195916Z
UID:25947-1670234400-1670241600@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Hacking for the Holidays: Toy Adapting with Nova Scotia AT Specialists Session #2
DESCRIPTION:Makers Making Change is so excited to be adapting toys with Assistive Technology Specialists from the Department of Education for the Holidays. \nVolunteers will be learning more about the Makers Making Change program and then be led by our MMC staff through switch adapting toys. Volunteers will be adapting a variety of toys like Peppa the Pig\, RC cars\, and light up wands. \nEvery device will be given to a child with a disability as part of our Hacking For The Holidays campaign (new window).
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/hacking-for-the-holidays-toy-adapting-with-nova-scotia-at-specialists-session-2/
LOCATION:Chignecto Centreal Regional School Board Head Office\, 60 Lorne St.\, Truro\, Nova Scotia\, B2N 3K3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Hackathon,Makers Making Change
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221206T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221206T110000
DTSTAMP:20221202T235319Z
CREATED:20221202T235319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221202T235319Z
UID:25967-1670319000-1670324400@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Hacking for the Holidays: Crescent Heights High School Build 1
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to be partnering with the Crescent Heights High School students to adapt toys for children with disabilities. \nParticipants attending the event will be provided with tools and instructions and guided in adapting toys to be compatible with assistive switches to allow children of all abilities to play and interact with toys. All skill levels are welcome\, and every toy and device will be given to a child with a disability as part of our Hacking for the Holidays campaign. \nThis is a closed event for Crescent Heights Students. \nWhile not necessary to participate or receive a toy\, donations to our Hacking for the Holidays campaign are appreciated and can be made here (new window)
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/hacking-for-the-holidays-crescent-heights-high-school-build-1/
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Hackathon,Makers Making Change
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221206T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221206T153000
DTSTAMP:20221202T235459Z
CREATED:20221202T235459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221202T235459Z
UID:25970-1670335200-1670340600@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Hacking for the Holidays: Crescent Heights High School Build 2
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to be partnering with the Crescent Heights High School students to adapt toys for children with disabilities. \nParticipants attending the event will be provided with tools and instructions and guided in adapting toys to be compatible with assistive switches to allow children of all abilities to play and interact with toys. All skill levels are welcome\, and every toy and device will be given to a child with a disability as part of our Hacking for the Holidays campaign. \nThis is a closed event for Crescent Heights Students. \nWhile not necessary to participate or receive a toy\, donations to our Hacking for the Holidays campaign are appreciated and can be made here (new window)
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/hacking-for-the-holidays-crescent-heights-high-school-build-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Hackathon,Makers Making Change
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221208T092000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221208T150000
DTSTAMP:20221207T224320Z
CREATED:20221207T222954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221207T224320Z
UID:25984-1670491200-1670511600@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Hacking for the Holidays: Crystal Park School Builds
DESCRIPTION:Makers Making Change is partnering with Crystal Park school hosting 4 build events in 4 different classes. Individuals will learn about the Makers Making Change program and build assistive switch and adapt a toy to make it accessible. All toys and switches will be donated to local community groups. \nFull build kits\, toys\, tools and step by step instructions will be supplied to participants. \nThis is a closed event for Crystal Park students only. \nEvery toy and switch will be given to a child with a disability as part of our Hacking For The Holidays campaign (new window).
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/hacking-for-the-holidays-crystal-park-school-builds/
CATEGORIES:Hackathon,Makers Making Change
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221209T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221209T210000
DTSTAMP:20221207T225647Z
CREATED:20221207T225647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221207T225647Z
UID:25988-1670608800-1670619600@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Hacking for the Holidays: Friends and Family Toy Hacking Event
DESCRIPTION:Makers Making Change running an event\, hosted by the TELUS World of Science – Edmonton\, for local makers who showed interest toward participating in our Hacking for the Holidays events. Individuals will learn about the Makers Making Change program and adapt a toy to make it accessible. All toys and switches will be donated to local community groups. \nFull build kits\, toys\, tools and step by step instructions will be supplied to participants. \nThis is a closed event for invitee’s and TELUS World of Science – Edmonton Employees. \nEvery toy and switch will be given to a child with a disability as part of our Hacking For The Holidays campaign(new window).
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/hacking-for-the-holidays-friends-and-family-toy-hacking-event/
LOCATION:TELUS World of Science – Edmonton\, 11211 142 St NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5M 4A1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Hackathon,Makers Making Change
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221211T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221211T150000
DTSTAMP:20221207T230407Z
CREATED:20221207T230407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221207T230407Z
UID:25991-1670756400-1670770800@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Hacking for the Holidays NYC Chapter: 2nd Annual Adapted Toy Hackathon
DESCRIPTION:The holidays are here! Join the NYC metro chapter of Makers Making Change in collaboration with Makerspace NYC and Second Chance Toys for its second annual toy adaptation hackathon. Our goal is to adapt the gently donated toys supplied by Second Chance Toys for switch access and get them out in time for the holiday. In addition\, we will be building some simple 3D-printed switches to accompany the adapted toys. \nWe will be setting up shop at the Brooklyn Makerspace NYC location along with the needed equipment to adapt. This is a free event and any skill level is welcome from the expert electrical engineer to the curious parent. We will be soldering\, therefore\, young children may not attend. Adapted toys may be taken home free of charge. \nHave a toy you’d like to adapt? Consider bringing it to the hackathon and get some help! When selecting a toy to hack\, consider toys that activate using buttons. Toys that require voice control\, motion\, or other more complex activation methods may be more challenging to adapt. Take a look at Makers Making Change’s “How to Switch Adapt Toys” page for an overview and additional guidance.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/hacking-for-the-holidays-nyc-chapter-2nd-annual-adapted-toy-hackathon/
LOCATION:Makerspace NYC\, 140 58th St Building B Unit 1C\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hackathon,Makers Making Change
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221213T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20221213T143000
DTSTAMP:20221207T231003Z
CREATED:20221207T231003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221207T231003Z
UID:25994-1670922000-1670941800@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Hacking for the Holidays: Toy Hacking with Elmwood School
DESCRIPTION:Makers Making Change is partnering with Elmwood School hosting a 3 part series of events. Individuals will learn about the Makers Making Change program and build switches and adapt a toy to make it accessible. All toys and switches will be donated to local community groups. \nFull build kits\, toys\, tools and step by step instructions will be supplied to participants. \nThis is a closed event for Elmwood students and teachers only. \nEvery toy and switch will be given to a child with a disability as part of our Hacking For The Holidays campaign (new window).
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/hacking-for-the-holidays-toy-hacking-with-elmwood-school/
CATEGORIES:Hackathon,Makers Making Change
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