BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//Neil Squire Society - ECPv6.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-WR-CALNAME:Neil Squire Society
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Neil Squire Society
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/Vancouver
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0800
TZOFFSETTO:-0700
TZNAME:PDT
DTSTART:20240310T100000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0700
TZOFFSETTO:-0800
TZNAME:PST
DTSTART:20241103T090000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0800
TZOFFSETTO:-0700
TZNAME:PDT
DTSTART:20250309T100000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0700
TZOFFSETTO:-0800
TZNAME:PST
DTSTART:20251102T090000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0800
TZOFFSETTO:-0700
TZNAME:PDT
DTSTART:20260308T100000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0700
TZOFFSETTO:-0800
TZNAME:PST
DTSTART:20261101T090000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/Toronto
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20240310T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20241103T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20250309T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20251102T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20260308T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20261101T060000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/Halifax
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0300
TZNAME:ADT
DTSTART:20240310T060000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0300
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:AST
DTSTART:20241103T050000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0300
TZNAME:ADT
DTSTART:20250309T060000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0300
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:AST
DTSTART:20251102T050000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0300
TZNAME:ADT
DTSTART:20260308T060000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0300
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:AST
DTSTART:20261101T050000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/Regina
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20240101T000000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/Edmonton
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0700
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:MDT
DTSTART:20240310T090000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0700
TZNAME:MST
DTSTART:20241103T080000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0700
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:MDT
DTSTART:20250309T090000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0700
TZNAME:MST
DTSTART:20251102T080000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0700
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:MDT
DTSTART:20260308T090000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0700
TZNAME:MST
DTSTART:20261101T080000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251215T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251215T143000
DTSTAMP:20251209T212923Z
CREATED:20251209T212923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T212923Z
UID:31091-1765809000-1765809000@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:SET BC Staff Build
DESCRIPTION:Makers Making Change will be switch adapting battery operated toys for kids with disabilities with SET BC staff!
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/set-bc-staff-build/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Makers Making Change
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.neilsquire.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/068JR00000geZbfYAE.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251212T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251212T160000
DTSTAMP:20251209T195352Z
CREATED:20251209T195352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T195352Z
UID:31073-1765537200-1765555200@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Build Event with Don Mills Collegiate Institute
DESCRIPTION:A Switch Build will be held at Don Mills Collegiate Institute where students will engage and participate in building accessible switches. The event will also include a presentation on Makers Making Change\, highlighting the role of assistive technology and the impact of inclusive design.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/build-event-with-don-mills-collegiate-institute-2/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Makers Making Change,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.neilsquire.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/DMCI-1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251212T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251212T143000
DTSTAMP:20251209T213855Z
CREATED:20251209T213855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T213855Z
UID:31097-1765533600-1765549800@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Mind\, Makers & Medicine - Switch Build Event
DESCRIPTION:Makers Making Change is taking part of the Mind\, Makers & Medicine event\, planned by the Centre of Excellence. Throughout the day\, Saint John Students will explore real-world healthcare applications\, participate in hands-on creation of assistive devices\, and learn about health-care career opportunities in New Brunswick.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/mind-makers-medicine-switch-build-event/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Makers Making Change
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.neilsquire.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/068JR00000fsllVYAQ.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251211T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251211T180000
DTSTAMP:20251202T225405Z
CREATED:20251126T190148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T225405Z
UID:31031-1765468800-1765476000@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:WorkBC Assistive Technology Services Open House: Nanaimo
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to invite the community to our WorkBC Assistive Technology Services Open House in Nanaimo (new window) on December 11th. Join us as we showcase our programs and services available to individuals in our community. \nConnect\, inform\, and inspire! \nDate: December 11\, 2025\nTime: 4:00 – 6:00\nLocation: 305 – 155 Skinner Street\, WorkBC Assistive Technology Services Nanaimo \nRSVP: https://NanaimoOpenHouse2025.eventbrite.ca  (new window) \nAt our open house\, you will have the opportunity to: \n\nLearn about our programs and support services\nMeet our team and local partners\nTour our facility and explore available resources\nAsk questions and discover how we can support you\nEnjoy light refreshments and community fellowship\nHave a chance to win a prize!\n\nThis event is free and open to all. Whether you are looking for assistance or simply wish to connect with local services\, we welcome you to stop by. \nOPTIONAL: Please bring a non-perishable item for the local Food Bank. \nWe look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/workbc-assistive-technology-services-open-house-nanaimo/
LOCATION:WorkBC Assistive Technology Services\, Nanaimo\, 305 - 155 Skinner Street\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Open House,WorkBC ATS
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.neilsquire.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/WorkBC-ATS-Nanaimo-Open-House-Facebook-Post.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20251211T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20251211T153000
DTSTAMP:20251121T215340Z
CREATED:20251121T215340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T215340Z
UID:31013-1765459800-1765467000@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Hacking for the Holidays SaskPower Regina Event
DESCRIPTION:Makers Making Change is partnering with SaskPower Staff to host a Toy Adapting Workshop. Participants will help modify battery-operated toys\, and all adapted toys will be donated to Canadians with disabilities. \nThis is a closed event for SaskPower Staff.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/hacking-for-the-holidays-saskpower-regina-event/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Makers Making Change,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.neilsquire.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/169-Event-Thumbnail-Img-Template-9.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251210T161500
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251210T174500
DTSTAMP:20251209T211421Z
CREATED:20251209T211421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T211421Z
UID:31089-1765383300-1765388700@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Switch Build Event with Devon Middle School
DESCRIPTION:A switch build will be held at Devon Middle School\, where kids will engage and participate in building accessible switches. The event will also include a presentation on Makers Making Change\, highlighting the role of assistive technology and the impact of inclusive design.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/switch-build-event-with-devon-middle-school/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Makers Making Change
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.neilsquire.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/068JR00000gcMXCYA2.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20251209T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20251209T160000
DTSTAMP:20251121T214856Z
CREATED:20251121T214856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T214856Z
UID:31011-1765288800-1765296000@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Saskatoon Saskpower Hacking for the Holidays Build
DESCRIPTION:Makers Making Change is partnering with SaskPower to host a Toy Adapting Workshop. Staff will help modify battery-operated toys\, and all adapted toys will be donated to Canadians with disabilities. \nThis is a closed event for SaskPower Staff.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/saskatoon-saskpower-hacking-for-the-holidays-build/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Makers Making Change,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.neilsquire.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/169-Event-Thumbnail-Img-Template-9.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251209T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251209T153000
DTSTAMP:20251209T195805Z
CREATED:20251209T195737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T195805Z
UID:31074-1765287000-1765294200@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Build Event with Leo Hayes High School
DESCRIPTION:A Toy and Switch Build will be held at Leo Hayes High School\, where kids will engage and participate in building accessible switches. The event will also include a presentation on Makers Making Change\, highlighting the role of assistive technology and the impact of inclusive design.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/build-event-with-leo-hayes-high-school/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Makers Making Change
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.neilsquire.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/068JR00000fsUWCYA2.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251209T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251209T184500
DTSTAMP:20251209T213953Z
CREATED:20251121T214450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T213953Z
UID:31009-1765278000-1765305900@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Build Event with Abbey Park High School
DESCRIPTION:A Build Workshop will be held at Abbey Park High School where students will engage and participate in building accessible devices. The event will also include a presentation on Makers Making Change\, highlighting the role of assistive technology and the impact of inclusive design.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/build-event-with-abbey-park-high-school/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Makers Making Change,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.neilsquire.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/AP.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251209T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251209T110000
DTSTAMP:20251112T183600Z
CREATED:20250707T165936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T183600Z
UID:30397-1765274400-1765278000@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Creative Employment Options Webinar: AI for Job Seekers
DESCRIPTION:Are you wondering how artificial intelligence is changing the job search landscape? How can you use AI to stand out to potential employers\, and what AI tools can streamline your job search process? \nThis webinar will explore the role of AI in today’s job market\, helping you understand how to leverage AI technologies to enhance your job search\, improve your resume\, and ace your interviews. \nTopic: AI for Job Seekers\nDate: December 9th\, 2025\nTime: 10:00 am PST\nPresented By: Atlantic Region Neil Squire Staff \nRegister Here\n \n\n\nAbout Our Creative Employment Options Webinar Series\n\n\n\nOur national Creative Employment Options webinars are designed to support job seekers with disabilities\, injuries\, or illnesses\, and people who face barriers and challenges to employment. Each session dives into practical tools\, insights\, and resources that will help you take the next step in your employment journey. \nAttend one\, or attend them all. They are all completely free! \nQuestions About Our Webinars?\nContact us by email at info@neilsquire.ca or by telephone at 1 877 673 4636.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/creative-employment-options-webinar-ai-for-job-seekers-2/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Creative Employment Options,Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251209T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251209T150000
DTSTAMP:20251121T220406Z
CREATED:20251121T220406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T220406Z
UID:31014-1765260000-1765292400@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Elmwood Elementary School Build Event
DESCRIPTION:Makers Making Change will be hosting a build event with Elmwood Elementary School.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/elmwood-elementary-school-build-event/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Makers Making Change,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.neilsquire.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/elmwood.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251206
DTSTAMP:20191205T203251Z
CREATED:20191205T203251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191205T203251Z
UID:27927-1764892800-1764979199@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:International Volunteer Day
DESCRIPTION:International Volunteer Day (IVD) mandated by the UN General Assembly\, is held each year on 5 December. It is viewed as a unique chance for volunteers and organizations to celebrate their efforts\, to share their values\, and to promote their work among their communities\, non-governmental organizations (NGOs)\, United Nations agencies\, government authorities and the private sector. \nApart from mobilising thousands of volunteers every year\, the United Nations Volunteers (UNV) programme contributes to peace and development by advocating for the recognition of volunteers and working with partners to integrate volunteerism into development programming.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/international-volunteer-day/2025-12-05/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Awareness Day
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.neilsquire.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Volunteer-for-an-Inclusive-Future.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251204T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251204T143000
DTSTAMP:20251121T213423Z
CREATED:20251121T213407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T213423Z
UID:31007-1764846000-1764858600@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Build Event with Highland MS
DESCRIPTION:A workshop will be held at Highland MS\, where kids will engage and participate in building accessible devices. The event will also include a presentation on Makers Making Change\, highlighting the role of assistive technology and the impact of inclusive design.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/build-event-with-highland-ms/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Makers Making Change,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.neilsquire.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/MS.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251204T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251204T150000
DTSTAMP:20251121T212107Z
CREATED:20251121T212107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T212107Z
UID:31005-1764842400-1764860400@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Air Canada Toy Build
DESCRIPTION:Makers Making Change is excited to partner with Air Canada for a Toy Adapting Workshop with their staff. During the event\, employees are modifying battery-operated toys to make them switch accessible for children with disabilities. \nThis is a closed event for staff only.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/air-canada-toy-build/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Makers Making Change,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.neilsquire.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/169-Event-Thumbnail-Img-Template-12.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251203T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251203T200000
DTSTAMP:20251120T003142Z
CREATED:20251120T003142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T003142Z
UID:30983-1764784800-1764792000@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Gift of Access: National Holiday Wrap up Week- Burnaby
DESCRIPTION:Hacking for the Holidays Makes Play Accessible for Kids With Disabilities!\nEvery child deserves to play. But for many kids with disabilities\, toys can be hard to use independently\, and commercially adapted versions can run upwards of $300. However\, with a little bit of tinkering\, we can switch-adapt toys and make them accessible for a fraction of the cost. \nFrom September to December\, we’re engaging volunteers – students\, corporate partners\, and other community members – at buildathon events all across Canada\, where we will make assistive switches and adapt toys for families and therapists across Canada. \nIn this event we will be testing toys and adaptive switches\, and preparing them for shipping out to families. \nSnacks and refreshments will be provided to volunteers.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/gift-of-access-national-holiday-wrap-up-week-burnaby/
LOCATION:Neil Squire Society\, Burnaby\, 400-3999 Henning Drive\, Burnaby\, BC\, V5C 6P9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Community Event,Makers Making Change,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.neilsquire.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/https___cdn.evbuc_.com_images_1154074583_4076258461_1_original.jpg
GEO:49.2655561;-123.0148628
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Neil Squire Society Burnaby 400-3999 Henning Drive Burnaby BC V5C 6P9 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=400-3999 Henning Drive:geo:-123.0148628,49.2655561
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251203T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251203T200000
DTSTAMP:20251120T002819Z
CREATED:20251120T002819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T002819Z
UID:30981-1764784800-1764792000@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Gift of Access: National Holidays Wrap Up Week - Calgary
DESCRIPTION:Hacking for the Holidays Makes Play Accessible for Kids With Disabilities!\nEvery child deserves to play. But for many kids with disabilities\, toys can be hard to use independently\, and commercially adapted versions can run upwards of $300. However\, with a little bit of tinkering\, we can switch-adapt toys and make them accessible for a fraction of the cost. \nFrom September to December\, we’re engaging volunteers – students\, corporate partners\, and other community members – at buildathon events all across Canada\, where we will make assistive switches and adapt toys for families and therapists across Canada. \nIn this event we will be testing toys and adaptive switches\, and preparing them for shipping out to families. \nSnacks and refreshments will be provided to volunteers.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/gift-of-access-national-holidays-wrap-up-week-calgary/
LOCATION:Neil Squire Calgary Office\, 900-105 12th Avenue SE\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2G 1A1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Community Event,Makers Making Change,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.neilsquire.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/https___cdn.evbuc_.com_images_1154074583_4076258461_1_original.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251203T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251203T193000
DTSTAMP:20251120T152002Z
CREATED:20251120T152002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T152002Z
UID:30985-1764783000-1764790200@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:UBC Biomedical Engineering Student Build
DESCRIPTION:First year UBC Biomedical Engineering students will be learning how to hack toys for kids with disabilities!
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/ubc-biomedical-engineering-student-build/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Makers Making Change,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.neilsquire.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/068JR00000fWBOvYAO.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251203T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251203T120000
DTSTAMP:20251120T002430Z
CREATED:20251120T002430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T002430Z
UID:30979-1764756000-1764763200@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Hacking for the Holidays: National Holiday Wrap Up Week Fredericton
DESCRIPTION:Join Neil Squire’s Makers Making Change with support from New Brunswick’s Premier’s Council on Disabilities at this exciting event where volunteers will adapt toys for children with disabilities! \nIn celebration of International Day of Persons with Disabilities\, this event is part of Makers Making Change’s Hacking for the Holidays campaign which runs every fall season to provide switch adapted toys to families for the Holiday season by engaging volunteers — students\, corporate partners\, and other community members — in events across 10 provinces to help us adapt and donate 2\,000 toys and switches to families and clinicians all over Canada. \nVolunteers will be provided with instructions\, tools and materials to adapt a toy for switch access. Never done anything like this before? Don’t worry\, no prior experience working with tools or electronics is required — we’ll walk you through every step. Everyone is welcome. \nWhy is this so important? Every child deserves to play. But for many kids with disabilities\, toys can be hard to use independently\, and commercially adapted versions can run upwards of $300. However\, with a little bit of tinkering\, we can switch-adapt toys and make them accessible for a fraction of the cost. \n— \nJoignez-vous à Fabricants pour le changement de Neil Squire et Conseil de la Première ministre pour les personnes handicapées lors de cet événement spécial où des bénévoles adapteront des jouets pour des enfants en situation de handicap! \nCet événement fait partie de la campagne « Créons pour les fêtes » de Fabricants pour le changement\, organisée chaque automne afin de fournir des jouets adaptés avec interrupteurs à des familles pour le temps des Fêtes. Cette campagne mobilise des bénévoles — élèves\, partenaires et membres de la communauté — dans des événements tenus dans 10 provinces\, avec pour objectif d’adapter et de donner 2 000 jouets et interrupteurs à des familles et des cliniciens partout au Canada. \nLes bénévoles recevront des instructions\, des outils et du matériel pour adapter un jouet afin qu’il fonctionne avec un interrupteur. Jamais fait ce genre de chose? Pas d’inquiétude : aucune expérience préalable en outils ou en électronique n’est requise — nous vous guiderons à chaque étape. Tout le monde est bienvenu! \nPourquoi est-ce si important? Parce que chaque enfant mérite de jouer. Mais pour de nombreux enfants en situation de handicap\, il est difficile d’utiliser des jouets de façon autonome\, et les versions adaptées vendues dans le commerce peuvent coûter jusqu’à 300 $. Pourtant\, avec un peu de bricolage\, nous pouvons adapter des jouets à interrupteurs et les rendre accessibles pour une fraction du prix.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/hacking-for-the-holidays-national-holiday-wrap-up-week-fredericton/
LOCATION:Crowne Plaza Fredericton-Lord Beaverbrook\, 659 Queen Street\, Fredericton\, New Brunswick\, E3B 1C3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Community Event,Makers Making Change,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.neilsquire.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/https___cdn.evbuc_.com_images_1157316433_4076258461_1_original.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251203
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251204
DTSTAMP:20190819T165102Z
CREATED:20190819T165102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190819T165102Z
UID:27924-1764720000-1764806399@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:International Day of Persons with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:“On this International Day\, let us reaffirm our commitment to work together for a better world that is inclusive\, equitable and sustainable for everyone\, where the rights of people with disabilities are fully realized.” — António Guterres\, UN Secretary-General
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/international-day-of-persons-with-disabilities/2025-12-03/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Awareness Day
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.neilsquire.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/IDPD-logo_EN-VERT.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251202T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251202T130000
DTSTAMP:20251202T211550Z
CREATED:20251202T211550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T211550Z
UID:31042-1764673200-1764680400@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:UBC EDI Toy Build
DESCRIPTION:Makers Making Change is hosting a toy adapting event with the UBC EDI Team! \nThis event is for UBC EDI staff only.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/ubc-edi-toy-build-2/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Makers Making Change,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.neilsquire.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/169-Event-Thumbnail-Img-Template-20-1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251202T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251202T130000
DTSTAMP:20251121T200013Z
CREATED:20251121T200013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T200013Z
UID:31003-1764673200-1764680400@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:UBC EDI Toy Build
DESCRIPTION:Makers Making Change will be adapting toys with the UBC EDI Team! \nThis event is for UBC EDI staff only.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/ubc-edi-toy-build/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Makers Making Change,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.neilsquire.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/169-Event-Thumbnail-Img-Template-20.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251202T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251202T150000
DTSTAMP:20251112T235240Z
CREATED:20251112T235240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T235240Z
UID:30949-1764669600-1764687600@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:NorQuest College Hacking for the Holidays Build
DESCRIPTION:Makers Making Change will be hosting build events for Hacking for the Holidays with NorQuest College.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/norquest-college-hacking-for-the-holidays-build/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Makers Making Change,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.neilsquire.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Norquest-HftH.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251201T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251201T103000
DTSTAMP:20251112T234800Z
CREATED:20251112T234800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T234800Z
UID:30947-1764578700-1764585000@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Switch Build Event with Bliss Carman Middle School
DESCRIPTION:A Switch Build will be held at Bliss Carman Middle School\, where kids will engage and participate in building accessible switches. The event will also include a presentation on Makers Making Change\, highlighting the role of assistive technology and the impact of inclusive design.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/switch-build-event-with-bliss-carman-middle-school/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Makers Making Change,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.neilsquire.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/169-Event-Thumbnail-Img-Template-19-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251130T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251130T160000
DTSTAMP:20251112T235654Z
CREATED:20251112T235654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T235654Z
UID:30951-1764511200-1764518400@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Connect & Play Winter Fair with CNIB & AATEC
DESCRIPTION:Makers Making Change will be at the Connect & Play Winter Fair with CNIB & AATEC.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/connect-play-winter-fair-with-cnib-aatec/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Makers Making Change
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.neilsquire.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/169-Event-Thumbnail-Img-Template-8-1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251130T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251130T160000
DTSTAMP:20251112T234344Z
CREATED:20251112T234344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T234344Z
UID:30945-1764511200-1764518400@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Hacking For The Holidays: National Holiday Wrap Up with Halifax Central Library
DESCRIPTION:We are once again thrilled to be partnering with the Halifax Central Library to host a toy adapting workshop for our Hacking for the Holidays campaign. \nRegistration opens November 9th at 12:00pm. \nFor many kids with disabilities\, toys can be hard to use independently\, and commercially adapted versions can run upwards of $300. However\, with a little bit of tinkering\, we can switch-adapt toys and make them accessible for a fraction of the cost. In this workshop\, participants will be lead in adapting toys for use with an assistive switch. \nNeil Squire’s Makers Making Change staff and volunteers are experts at hacking battery operated toys\, taking them apart\, and adding in the switch jacks. Skills learned during this workshop include soldering and assembly\, as well as an introduction to assistive technology\, person centered design and community involvement. \nAll are welcome. No experience is necessary.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/hacking-for-the-holidays-national-holiday-wrap-up-with-halifax-central-library/
LOCATION:Halifax Central Library\, 5440 Spring Garden Rd\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3J 1E9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Community Event,Makers Making Change,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.neilsquire.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/169-Event-Thumbnail-Img-Template-10.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251130T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251130T160000
DTSTAMP:20251112T233518Z
CREATED:20250829T213228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T233518Z
UID:30575-1764511200-1764518400@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:West Vancouver Library Build
DESCRIPTION:Every child deserves to play. For many kids with disabilities\, toys can be hard to use independently\, and commercially adapted versions can run upwards of $300. However\, with a little bit of tinkering\, we can switch-adapt toys and make them accessible for a fraction of the cost. In partnership with West Vancouver Memorial Library and Makers Making Change community members can sign up to learn how to switch adapt devices.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/west-vancouver-library-build/
LOCATION:West Vancouver Memorial Library\, 1950 Marine Dr\, West Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Community Event,Makers Making Change
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.neilsquire.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/HftH-2024-Maker-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251129T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251129T153000
DTSTAMP:20251112T233324Z
CREATED:20251112T233324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T233324Z
UID:30942-1764410400-1764430200@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Toy Adapting with Go Eng Girl - Fredericton
DESCRIPTION:Makers Making Change is partnering with Go Eng Girl to host a Toy Adapting Workshop that makes toys physically accessible for children with disabilities. Participants will help modify battery-operated toys\, and all adapted toys will be donated to Canadians with disabilities.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/toy-adapting-with-go-eng-girl-fredericton/
LOCATION:UNB Fredericton\, 3 Bailey Dr\, Fredericton\, New Brunswick\, E3B 5A3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Community Event,Makers Making Change,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.neilsquire.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/14.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251129T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251129T130000
DTSTAMP:20251010T220201Z
CREATED:20251010T220201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T220201Z
UID:30774-1764410400-1764421200@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Build Event with RBC Bank Toronto
DESCRIPTION:Makers Making Change is excited to partner with RBC Bank for a Toy Adapting Workshop with their staff. During the event\, employees are modifying battery-operated toys to make them physically accessible for children with disabilities. The adapted toys will be donated to families across Canada to support accessible play for children with diverse needs.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/build-event-with-rbc-bank-toronto/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Makers Making Change,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.neilsquire.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/RBC.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251128T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251128T150000
DTSTAMP:20251121T195630Z
CREATED:20251121T195630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T195630Z
UID:31001-1764334800-1764342000@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:RBC Richmond Toy Build
DESCRIPTION:RBC Richmond staff will be adapting battery operated toys for kids with disabilities!
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/rbc-richmond-toy-build/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Makers Making Change,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.neilsquire.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/169-Event-Thumbnail-Img-Template-18-1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251127T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251127T140000
DTSTAMP:20251121T194940Z
CREATED:20251121T194940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T194940Z
UID:31000-1764241200-1764252000@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:EA Toy Adapting
DESCRIPTION:Makers Making Change is excited to partner with EA Staff for a Toy Adapting Workshop. During the event\, employees are modifying battery-operated toys to make them physically accessible for children with disabilities. The adapted toys will be donated to families across Canada. \nThis is a closed event for EA staff only.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/ea-toy-adapting/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Makers Making Change,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.neilsquire.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/41-Event-Main-Img-Template-4.jpg
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR