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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191023
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191024
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SUMMARY:REMC Classroom Maker Trainings
DESCRIPTION:The REMC Classroom Maker trainings have been developed to support educators interested in Making across Michigan! You are allowed and encouraged to sign up for multiple sessions through each session is currently capped at 45 attendees. Please consider signing up for an area you would like to learn more about.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/remc-classroom-maker-trainings/
LOCATION:NB
CATEGORIES:Makers Making Change
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20191021T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20191021T173000
DTSTAMP:20191023T205842Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20191023T205842Z
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SUMMARY:University of Manitoba Department of Occupational Therapy Switch Build
DESCRIPTION:Makers Making Change will be running a toy hack hosted by University of Manitoba and their Department of Occupational Therapy. In addition to hacking toys\, attendees will be making access switches from the Makers Making Change library\, so the toy can be used by a youth with a disability in the Winnipeg area.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/university-of-manitoba-department-of-occupational-therapy-switch-build/
LOCATION:University of Manitoba\, 66 Chancellors Cir\, Winnipeg\, MN\, R3T 2N2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Buildathon
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20191021T173000
DTSTAMP:20191002T214025Z
CREATED:20190924T201342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191002T214025Z
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SUMMARY:University of Manitoba OT Switch Buildathon
DESCRIPTION:Makers Making Change will be running a toy hack hosted by University of Manitoba and their Department of Occupational Therapy. In addition to hacking toys\, attendees will be making access switches from the Makers Making Change library\, so the toy can be used by a youth with a disability in the Winnipeg area.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/university-of-manitoba-ot-switch-buildathon/
LOCATION:University of Manitoba\, 66 Chancellors Cir\, Winnipeg\, MN\, R3T 2N2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Makers Making Change
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20191019T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20191019T153000
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CREATED:20191023T212421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191023T212421Z
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SUMMARY:Go Eng Girls LipSync Build
DESCRIPTION:Makers Making Change will be working with University of Manitoba and their Go Eng Girls event. It is an annual opportunity for girls in grades 7-9 to visit the University of Manitoba and dip their toes into engineering. Participants will be grouped with current female undergraduate engineering students for a fun and hands-on engineering build activity. \nA group of 40 girls from Grades 7-9 will get the chance to make a LipSync\, from the Makers Making Change project library. Lunch and refreshments will be provided.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/go-eng-girls-lipsync-build/
LOCATION:University of Manitoba\, 66 Chancellors Cir\, Winnipeg\, MN\, R3T 2N2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Buildathon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20191017T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20191017T193000
DTSTAMP:20191010T174108Z
CREATED:20191010T174108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191010T174108Z
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SUMMARY:Burnaby Board of Trade After Hours Business Mixer at Neil Squire
DESCRIPTION:Please join us at the Burnaby Board of Trade After Hours Business Mixer at Neil Squire \nWhen: October 17\, 2019 | 5:30pm to 7:30pm \nWhere: 400-3999 Henning Drive\, Burnaby\, BC \nConnect with dozens of small business owners and local professionals at the Burnaby Board of Trade’s next After Hours Mixer! This After Hours event is hosted by Neil Squire and will feature multiple hands-on stations to try out their innovative assistive technologies. \nTo Register: \nAlready a BBOT Member? Call: 604-412-0100 | Email: admin@bbot.ca | Online: https://tinyurl.com/y38ynuco (opens in a new window) \nNot a BBOT Member? Register online: https://bbot-after-hours-neil-squire.eventbrite.ca (opens in a new window)
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/burnaby-board-of-trade-after-hours-business-mixer-at-neil-squire/
LOCATION:Neil Squire Society\, Burnaby\, 400-3999 Henning Drive\, Burnaby\, BC\, V5C 6P9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Open House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20191010T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20191010T163000
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CREATED:20191007T152841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191007T152841Z
UID:19465-1570710600-1570725000@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:WorkSafeBC Ergonomics Forum
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/worksafebc-ergonomics-forum/
LOCATION:WorkSafeBC\, WorkSafeBC\, 6951 Westminster Hwy\, Richmond\, BC\, V7C 1C6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Forum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20191009T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20191009T150000
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CREATED:20191003T175426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191003T175546Z
UID:19420-1570615200-1570633200@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Finding the Ability in Disability: An Employment Forum
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating Disability Employment Awareness Month. \nWorkshops and Resources for: \n\nJob Seekers\nEmployers\nSupporters\n\nFree Entry! \nContact Kathleen Hughes: 604-596-7722 ext. 158
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/finding-the-ability-in-disability-an-employment-forum/
LOCATION:Progressive Intercultural Community Services (PICS) Society\, 12725 80 Ave\, Surrey\, BC\, V3W 3A6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Forum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20191007T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20191007T110000
DTSTAMP:20191003T191349Z
CREATED:20191003T191349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191003T191349Z
UID:19441-1570435200-1570446000@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:EmployABILITY Business Breakfast: the Economics of Inclusion
DESCRIPTION:Description\nIn recognition of October being Disability Employment Awareness Month – DEAM\, we invite you for breakfast on October 7th as we discuss the Economics of Inclusion. \nJoin us for EmployABILITY Business Breakfast with special guest Mark Wafer! \nMark Wafer is a disability rights activist. Until recently he was the owner of six highly successful Tim Hortons locations in Toronto. During his 25 years in the business Mark employed over 200 workers with disabilities in all areas of the operation including senior management. At any given time approximately 17% of his workforce identified as having a disability. \nMark is an internationally recognized expert on the economics of inclusion. He is an advisor to governments around the world and is responsible for Canada’s national disability employment strategy. \nMark has received many awards and recognition for his work most notably from her majesty\, Queen Elizabeth II. He was inducted into the Canadian Disability Hall of Fame in 2014 \nMark is also a Motorsports enthusiast\, former race car driver and 2008 Canadian historic sports car champion.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/employability-business-breakfast-the-economics-of-inclusion/
LOCATION:Best Western Truro\, 150 Willow Street\, Truro\, NS\, B2N 4Z6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community,Conference,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20191004T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20191004T153000
DTSTAMP:20191003T190752Z
CREATED:20191003T190752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191003T190752Z
UID:19434-1570183200-1570203000@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Manufacture Your Future
DESCRIPTION:Manufacture Your Future is a free showcase of opportunities in manufacturing. Neil Squire staff will have an info booth to discuss our various programs with NSCC students\, and our Open Source Technology program Makers Making Change.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/manufacture-your-future/
LOCATION:NSCC Kingstec\, 236 Belcher Street\, Kentville\, NS\, B4N 0A6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Expo,Makers Making Change,Trade Show
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191004
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191005
DTSTAMP:20191002T214415Z
CREATED:20191002T214415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191002T214415Z
UID:19408-1570147200-1570233599@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:U of T Switch Build
DESCRIPTION:Our Ontario Regional Coordinator Stewart Russell will be hosting an access switch build event at U of T on Oct. 4th! Participants will be making two different models\, the Light Touch and the Raindrop Switch available from the Makers Making Change project library.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/u-of-t-switch-build/
LOCATION:University of Toronto\, 500 University Ave\, Room 438\, Toronto\, ON\, M5G 1V7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Hackathon,Makers Making Change
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191004
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191006
DTSTAMP:20190924T195138Z
CREATED:20190924T195138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190924T195138Z
UID:19307-1570147200-1570319999@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Second Annual Health and Regenerative Medicine Hackathon
DESCRIPTION:UVic’s Centre for Biomedical Research (CBR) is hosting it’s second annual Health and Regenerative Medicine Hackathon\, where students will participate in a 24-hour consecutive Hack to try and find solutions to challenges faced by our local BC health community. Please join Makers Making Change for the event between October 4th -5th.  This event is being co-hosted by the BC Regenerative Medicine Network. \nThis event is open to anyone to sign up\, no specific experience or background knowledge is required. \nMore information and registration details can be found on the BC Reg Med website: https://bcregmed.ca/symposium/2019-2/hackathon/.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/second-annual-health-and-regenerative-medicine-hackathon/
LOCATION:University of Victoria\, 3800 Finnerty Rd\, Victoria\, BC\, V8P 5C2
CATEGORIES:Makeathon,Makers Making Change
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190930T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190930T193000
DTSTAMP:20190912T180000Z
CREATED:20190912T180000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190912T180000Z
UID:19243-1569864600-1569871800@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Neil Squire Society Annual General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/neil-squire-society-annual-general-meeting/
LOCATION:Neil Squire Society\, Burnaby\, 400-3999 Henning Drive\, Burnaby\, BC\, V5C 6P9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190928T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190928T173000
DTSTAMP:20190924T194710Z
CREATED:20190924T194208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190924T194710Z
UID:19302-1569661200-1569691800@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Innovation Challenge Accessibility and Assistive Technology Hackathon
DESCRIPTION:Do you have an idea to enhance our human capabilities? Join Makers Making Change at the Crofton School’s All Girl Youth Hackathon on Sept 28\, 2019! The event will take place between 9AM and 5:30PM and is built on a curriculum of design thinking\, critical problem solving and applied creativity. There is no coding or programming required. This is open to all Senior School students (Grade 8 -12) from York House School\, Little Flower Academy and Crofton House School. Competitors will work in teams (up to 5) and present their ideas live on stage at the end of the day. Students will prototype an assistive technology solution that addresses a limitation people are having in their day-to-day lives. Participants have access to a workspace that includes hand tools\, 3D printer\, a laser cutter\, basic stock materials (e.g. adhesives\, fasteners) and of course their laptop. \nAttendees will have access to industry mentors\, prospective clients and workshops. Prizes include VR escape room experiences and an invitation to pitch your idea at an official industry pitch night.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/innovation-challenge-accessibility-and-assistive-technology-hackathon/
LOCATION:Crofton House\, 3200 W 41st Ave\,\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6N 3E1
CATEGORIES:Hackathon,Presentation,Workshop
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190928
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190930
DTSTAMP:20190924T193850Z
CREATED:20190924T193850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190924T193850Z
UID:19297-1569628800-1569801599@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Sixth Annual H&NP Paralysis Meet Up
DESCRIPTION:Join Makers Making Change at the Sixth Annual H&NP Meet-Up organized by the Here & Now Project and”DO LIFE” on September 29. The full event will span the course of two days with Day One (Saturday) being for survivors and supporters only  and Day Two (Sunday) being the public Expo that  will feature a wide array of local organizations for members to gain valuable resources for the latest wheelchair technology and other opportunities in the Northwest. There will also be plenty of adaptive sports demos like hand cycling\, wheelchair basketball\, and more! \nThe first 100 people to sign up will receive a free shirt. Here is the full schedule.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/sixth-annual-hnp-paralysis-meet-up/
LOCATION:NB
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Makers Making Change
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ORGANIZER;CN="Here and Now Project":MAILTO:info@hereandnowproject.or
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190924T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190924T170000
DTSTAMP:20190924T195540Z
CREATED:20190924T195540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190924T195540Z
UID:19315-1569312000-1569344400@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:2019 Niagara Falls TELUS Days of Giving Build Event
DESCRIPTION:Since 2017\, Neil Squire Society’s Makers Making Change Program has worked closely with TELUS in providing a number of hands on STEM event for their employees as part of the TELUS Days of Giving program. The first two years\, the events were focused as day long build events of the LipSync. This year\, we are focusing on building low-cost access switches that would enable people with disabilities to access technology and environmental controls. \nLearn to Build an Access Switch\nOn October 9-10\, Makers Making Change and TELUS will be hosting a build event\, where participants will learn to build Light Touch and Raindrop access switches from the Makers Making Change Library. \nExperience in electronics and soldering is not required\, so please support your community though increasing access to technology for everyone.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/2019-niagara-falls-telus-days-of-giving-build-event-2/
LOCATION:TELUS\, 7905 McLeod Rd UNIT G4\, Niagara Falls\, ON\, L2H 0G5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Makers Making Change
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190924
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190926
DTSTAMP:20190924T193517Z
CREATED:20190924T193509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190924T193517Z
UID:19289-1569283200-1569455999@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:2nd Annual AT Makers’ Fair Call for Presenters
DESCRIPTION:The call for presenters at the second national Assistive Technology (AT) Makers’ Fair Conference and Expo is now open. \nTo find out more about this event and to submit your presentation\, please visit www.atmakersfair.com. You can view examples of previous presentations here. \nIt is recommended that the presentation fit one of the five following tracks: \n\nMaker Movement Programs\nMethods\, Materials\, Tools & Resources for Making\nMaking for Vision\, Hearing & Cognitive Impairments\nMaking for Physical Impairments\nBringing Maker Ideas to the Market Place\n\nThe AT Makers’ Fair inspires participants to become creative problem solvers and brings together makers of all abilities to share ideas\, develop new skills and enhance innovations for persons with disabilities.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/2nd-annual-at-makers-fair-call-for-presenters/
LOCATION:Monroeville Convention Center\, Monroeville\, Pennsylvania\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,Presentation
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190924
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190926
DTSTAMP:20190819T192400Z
CREATED:20190819T192400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190819T192400Z
UID:19146-1569283200-1569455999@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Assistive Technology Makers’ Fair
DESCRIPTION:Come join the second annual Assistive Technology Makers Fair at Monroeville Convention Center in Monroeville\, Pennsylvania. Features include National AT Maker movement program leaders\, hands-on workshops\, a makerspace\, networking opportunities\, and prizes for an AT invention contest where people’s choice winners will be rewarded. \nOn September 24th at 10 am\, Chad Leaman\, Director of Innovation and Zee Kesler\, Project Manager\, will present on creating relationships with makers in your community. \nPlease register online at ATMakersFair.com(opens in a new window) \nFor questions\, contact by email at ATmakersfair@gmail.com
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/assistive-technology-makers-fair/
LOCATION:Monroeville Convention Center\, Monroeville\, Pennsylvania\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Makers Making Change
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20190921T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20190921T170000
DTSTAMP:20190924T193310Z
CREATED:20190924T193310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190924T193310Z
UID:19284-1569052800-1569085200@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Association of Science-Technology Centres Conference for 2019
DESCRIPTION:Toronto Regional Coordinator Stewart Russell will be an exhibiting maker at an expo run by Ontario Science Center in collaboration with SteamLabs at the 2019 ASTC Annual Conference on September 21 in Toronto\, ON. Registration for the event includes workshops\, exhibitions\, and a chance to hear guest speakers. Here is the complete schedule.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/association-of-science-technology-centres-conference-for-2019/
LOCATION:Ontario Science Centre\, 770 Don Mills Road\, Toronto\, ON\, M3C 1T3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Conference,Expo,Makers Making Change
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190918T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190918T140000
DTSTAMP:20190924T193103Z
CREATED:20190924T193103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190924T193103Z
UID:19281-1568804400-1568815200@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:2019 Niagara Falls TELUS Days of Giving Build Event
DESCRIPTION:Since 2017\, Neil Squire Society’s Makers Making Change Program has worked closely with TELUS in providing a number of hands on STEM event for their employees as part of the TELUS Days of Giving program. The first two years\, the events were focused as day long build events of the LipSync. This year\, we are focusing on building low-cost access switches that would enable people with disabilities to access technology and environmental controls. \nLearn to Build an Access Switch\nOn Wednesday Sept 18\, 2019\, Makers Making Change and TELUS will be hosting a build event\, where participants will learn to build Light Touch and Raindrop accces switches from the Makers Making Change Library. The event will start at 11:00am. \nExperience in electronics and soldering is not required\, so please support your community though increasing access to technology for everyone.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/2019-niagara-falls-telus-days-of-giving-build-event/
LOCATION:NB
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Makers Making Change
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190918T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190918T170000
DTSTAMP:20190911T203536Z
CREATED:20190911T203536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190911T203536Z
UID:19239-1568797200-1568826000@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Hiring and Workforce Housing Forum
DESCRIPTION:Come and visit us at the Hiring and Workforce Housing Forum.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/hiring-and-workforce-housing-forum/
LOCATION:Penticton Lakeside Resort\, 21 Lakeshore Dr W\, Penticton\, BC\, V2A 7M5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Forum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190917T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190917T170000
DTSTAMP:20190924T192908Z
CREATED:20190924T192908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190924T192908Z
UID:19279-1568707200-1568739600@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Government of Nova Scotia Switch Build
DESCRIPTION:Maker Making Change’s Atlantic Regional Coordinator\, Courtney Cameron will be leading a special switch build for the Public Service Department with the Government of Nova Scotia in Halifax! The event will take place on Sept 17th between 1-3pm. Participants will build X access switches – the XX and the XX – from the Makers Making Change project library. To learn more about our open-source AT devices\, please visit our project library.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/government-of-nova-scotia-switch-build/
LOCATION:NB
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Makers Making Change
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190914T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190914T180000
DTSTAMP:20190820T145556Z
CREATED:20190820T145556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190820T145556Z
UID:19172-1568455200-1568484000@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Maker Faire Vancouver
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars! Maker Faire Vancouver is happening Saturday\, September 14th 2019 at the Science World. \nJoin more than 50 Vancouver-based artists\, tinkerers\, inventors\, crafters\, and other Makers for a day-long extravaganza of crafting\, learning\, and exploring! \nWhat makes a Maker?\nThe Maker movement encompasses a diverse range of disciplines\, and welcomes Makers from all walks of life. Makers are tech enthusiasts\, metal artists\, homesteaders\, painters\, potters\, 3D printing enthusiasts\, knitters\, roboticists\, -anyone embracing the Do-It-Yourself (or Do-It-Together!) ethos. The maker community is expanding\, diverse\, and inclusive. \nMaker Faire Vancouver welcomes a broad range of ideas and projects\, and our past Makers have showcased (among other things) large tapestries\, metal sculptures\, cosplay costumes\, robotic dogs\, paintings\, human-powered vehicles\, jewelry\, 3D printing projects\, blown glass and lampwork\, and textile art pieces. VMMF encourages Makers to incorporate a hands-on element to their exhibit\, and as a result fair attendees have had the opportunity to try their hand at activities like felting\, candle-making\, robot building\, soldering\, letterpress\, 3D printing\, laser cutting\, leather working\, spinning\, lampwork\, and button making.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/maker-faire-vancouver/
LOCATION:TELUS World of Science\, 1455 Quebec Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6A 3Z7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Makers Making Change
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190911T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190911T140000
DTSTAMP:20190924T192718Z
CREATED:20190924T192718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190924T192718Z
UID:19275-1568201400-1568210400@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Mount Royal University Collaboration
DESCRIPTION:Makers Making Change will be hosting a build events for students at Mount Royal University on September 11 at the Maker Studio. Participants will build the Round Flexure Switch – 60mm\, an access switch from the Makers Making Change project library. This event will benefit the MS Society.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/mount-royal-university-collaboration/
LOCATION:Mount Royal University Maker Studio\, EL1245\, Riddell Library and Learning Centre\, 4825 Mount Royal Gate SW\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T3E 6K6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Hackathon,Makers Making Change
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190910T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190910T160000
DTSTAMP:20240814T174322Z
CREATED:20190819T192047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T174322Z
UID:19143-1568102400-1568131200@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Rehabilitation Equipment Expo
DESCRIPTION:The Neil Squire Society will be exiting at this event. Stop by Booth 24 and learn about our programs! The full schedule for the event is as follows: \nWHAT THE MEPP? (10:00 to 10:30am)\nJill Longhurst (PT) and Kevin Waldorf (OT) are the Regional Educators for Physio and Occupational Therapy for Vancouver Coastal Health. Part of the Professional Practice team\, they provide support to clinicians and students\, and are involved with regional education initiatives. \nIn this presentation\, they will provide a review of the new provincial Medical Equipment Provision Program (MEPP)\, including participating vendors (the Canadian Red Cross as primary vendor and seven additional vendors across the province) how to refer clients\, and answers to frequently asked questions. \nWEIGHT BIAS AND IMPACT ON HEALTH EQUITY (Noon to 1:00pm)\nDr. Mary Forhan is the Chair of the Department of Occupational Therapy and associate professor\, Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine\, University of Alberta. Dr. Forhan leads a program of research focused on reducing the disability experienced by persons living with obesity by addressing factors in the built and social environment and addressing issues associated with body functions and structures and activity limitations. \nThis session will provide strategies to provide quality care that considers bariatric care needs of clients living with obesity. \nPOWER ASSIST FOR MANUAL CHAIRS (2:30pm to 3:00pm)\nDr. Jaimie Borisoff is the Canada Research Chair in Rehabilitation Engineering Design at the BC Institute of Technology. His research includes the development of “dynamic” wheeled mobility devices for active users (e.g. the Elevation™ ultralight wheelchair)\, and a stand-supported walking exercise machine for improved cardiovascular and locomotor outcomes after spinal cord injury. \nPARKING INFORMATION\nHow to get there: \n\nFree Parking and Free Shuttle Service\nPark at Lansdowne Mall (Sky Train Station)\nShuttle to and from the event every 10 – 15 minutes\nStarts – 7am Ends – 5pm\n\nA limited amount of pay parking is available at the Oval. \nOther information: \n\nAdmission is $2 (free for car poolers\, cyclists and transit users)\nComplimentary food and drinks (including a bag lunch – 11.30 to 1pm)
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/rehabilitation-equipment-expo/
LOCATION:Richmond Olympic Oval\, 6111 River Rd\, Richmond\, BC\, V7C 0A2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190907T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190907T153000
DTSTAMP:20190829T154516Z
CREATED:20190829T154516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190829T154516Z
UID:19226-1567850400-1567870200@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Adapt-a-Thon
DESCRIPTION:Join Senior Girl Scout Melissa Fifer in this hands-on workshop! \nYou’ll learn: \n\nHow to adapt a simple toy\nHow to solder a circuit\nBasic sewing: deconstructing and reconstructing teddy bears\nHow these simple but profound adaptations really brighten up a child’s life!
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/adapt-a-thon/
LOCATION:Bellingham Makerspace\, 1 Bellis Fair Parkway #618\, Bellingham\, WA\, 98225\, United States
CATEGORIES:Buildathon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20190825T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20190825T170000
DTSTAMP:20190819T191250Z
CREATED:20190819T191250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190819T191250Z
UID:19138-1566730800-1566752400@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Hamilton Mini Maker Faire
DESCRIPTION:Stewart Russell from the Neil Squire Society will be representing Makers Making Change at this event! \nThe Maker Faire is a festival of invention\, innovation\, engineering\, and creativity. It is an international movement that brings together creators and makers of all types\, where people can browse exhibits\, talk to makers\, share ideas\, and learn new skills to become makers themselves. More information about this event can be found at: https://hamilton.makerfaire.com
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/hamilton-mini-maker-faire/
LOCATION:Hamilton Museum of Steam & Technology\, 900 Woodward Ave\, Hamilton\, ON\, L8H 7N2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Makers Making Change
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190820T154500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190820T190000
DTSTAMP:20190820T144355Z
CREATED:20190819T201354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190820T144355Z
UID:19167-1566315900-1566327600@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:CanadaHelps Charity Roadshow
DESCRIPTION:Join Panelist\, Shelina Dilgir\, Director of Development at Neil Squire Society at the CanadaHelps Charity Roadshow. \nFrom Canada Helps: We’re very excited to kick off the CanadaHelps Charity Roadshow in Vancouver and to be joined by a stellar panel of speakers to tell you their stories and engage in an inspiring discussion. Join us at the CanadaHelps Charity Roadshow as we share digital knowledge and best practices accumulated from working with tens of thousands of Canadian charities. We will offer you a glimpse of the state of giving in Canada and share how our new and updated tools can help you capitalize on opportunities in online giving!
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/canadahelps-charity-roadshow/
LOCATION:Vancouver Public Library\, 350 West Georgia Street\, Alice MacKay Room\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6B 6B1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190725T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190725T160000
DTSTAMP:20190718T170939Z
CREATED:20190718T170939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190718T170939Z
UID:18930-1564056000-1564070400@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Electronics Arts Accessible Gaming Switch Buildathon
DESCRIPTION:Gamers with disabilities can find it difficult to use standard gaming controllers. Microsoft’s Xbox Adaptive Controller (opens in a new window) is a device that allows gamers with disabilities to remap the buttons on a standard controller. They can also connect switches or other input devices that better match their body shape\, strength\, dexterity\, and overall abilities. \nBoth the Neil Squire Society and Electronic Arts (EA) agree gaming should be accessible to everyone! \nOn July 25th\, our Makers Making Change team will be at EA‘s Burnaby Headquarters\, where 150 EA staff members will learn how 3D printing and electronics skills can be used to build a variety of accessibility switches. \nTogether\, we will build the following switches\, some of which are already part of the Makers Making Change Project Library (opens in a new window): Raindrop Switch\, AT Makers Keyswitch\, Resistive Touch Switch\, Light Touch Switch\, Compact Switch. These switches come in a variety of sizes and types and can be plugged into Microsoft’s Xbox Adaptive Controller to help gamers of all abilities play video games. \nHere is a video from Microsoft with some young gamers who have benefited from this access: \n
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/electronics-arts-accessible-gaming-switch-buildathon/
LOCATION:Electronic Arts Vancouver\, 4330 Sanderson Way\, Burnaby\, BC\, V5G 4X1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Makers Making Change
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190725T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190725T140000
DTSTAMP:20190718T171247Z
CREATED:20190718T171247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190718T171247Z
UID:18933-1564048800-1564063200@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Glenrose Rehabilitation Facility Event
DESCRIPTION:Makers Making Change’s Regional Coordinator for Alberta\, Zibusiso Mafaiti will be attending the Technology Innovation Working Group Meeting and Collaboration Discussion and giving a presentation on the Makers Making Change program to Glenrose Rehabilitation Facility staff.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/glenrose-rehabilitation-facility-event/
LOCATION:Glenrose Rehabilitation Facility\, 10230 111 Ave NW\, Edmonton\, AB\, T5G 0B7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Makers Making Change,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190723T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190723T180000
DTSTAMP:20190718T170502Z
CREATED:20190718T170502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190718T170502Z
UID:18927-1563897600-1563904800@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Microsoft One Week Event: Accessible Gaming Switch Buildathon
DESCRIPTION:Gamers with disabilities can find it difficult to use standard gaming controllers. Microsoft’s Xbox Adaptive Controller (opens in a new window) is a device that allows gamers with disabilities to remap the buttons on a standard controller. They can also connect switches or other input devices that better match their body shape\, strength\, dexterity\, and overall abilities. \nBoth the Neil Squire Society and Microsoft agree gaming should be accessible to everyone! \nOn July 23rd\, our Makers Making Change team will be at ‘The Garage’\, where 25 Microsoft Vancouver staff members will learn how 3D printing and electronics skills can be used to build a variety of accessibility switches. \nTogether\, we will build the following switches\, some of which are already part of the Makers Making Change Project Library (opens in a new window): Raindrop Switch\, AT Makers Keyswitch\, Resistive Touch Switch\, Light Touch Switch\, Compact Switch. These switches come in a variety of sizes and types and can be plugged into Microsoft’s Xbox Adaptive Controller to help gamers of all abilities play video games. \nHere is a video from Microsoft with some young gamers who have benefited from this access: \n
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/microsoft-one-week-event-accessible-gaming-switch-buildathon/
LOCATION:Microsoft Vancouver\, 858 Beatty St\,\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6B 1C1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Makers Making Change
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