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SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn: In-Person
DESCRIPTION:Join Marketing Manager\, Nate Toevs\, for an in-person lunch and learn and learn about assistive technology\, ergonomics\, and the services available to people who have work-related barriers due to a disability or functional limitation. \nTopics include: \n\nWorkplace accommodations\nErgonomics\nAssistive technology\nAvailable resources\nFunding options\nCommunity supports programs\nProduct demonstrations\n\nWhen: The 3rd Thursday of every second month from 11:50am to 1:00pm. \nWhere: In person Lunch and Learns take place in our Assistive Technology Services Lab\, 400 – 3999 Henning Drive\, Burnaby\, BC V5C 6P9. Please see our directions and parking information here. \nRegister: Register for a WorkBC Assistive Technology Services Lunch and Learn – Fill out form \nLunch is provided at our in-person sessions. \nFor more information please contact:\nNate Toevs\n604 355 0578\nnatet@neilsquire.ca
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/lunch-and-learn-in-person/2026-10-15/
LOCATION:Neil Squire Society\, Burnaby\, 400-3999 Henning Drive\, Burnaby\, BC\, V5C 6P9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Lunch and Learn,WorkBC ATS
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SUMMARY:Hacking for the Holidays with RBC Bank Mississauga
DESCRIPTION:Makers Making Change is excited to be partnering with RBC Bank for a toy adapting event! \nThe RBC Bank team will be led by Makers Making Change to switch adapt toys! Participants will “hack” battery operated toys\, taking them apart\, and adding in the switch jacks so the toy can be paired with as assistive switch to create more accessible options for children. The completed toys will then be donated to our local partners to be delivered to families and children with disabilities. \nThank you to RBC Bank for their ongoing support.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/hacking-for-the-holidays-with-rbc-bank-mississauga/
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Makers Making Change,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20261021T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20261021T130000
DTSTAMP:20260928T190431Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T190431Z
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SUMMARY:Warm Up and Connect: NDEAM Event in Moncton
DESCRIPTION:Warm up with us this fall! Join CCRW and Neil Squire for Warm Up & Connect\, an information drop-in for National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). \nStop by our kiosk at the Avenir Centre for a warm drink\, a snack\, and a conversation. Meet our teams\, learn more about the support we offer\, and chat with us about disability inclusion and employment. \n\n\nEvent details\n\nDate: Wednesday\, October 21\, 2026\nTime: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM ADT\nFormat: In-person information drop-in\n\n\n\nLocation\nAvenir Centre \n150 Canada Street\nMoncton\, NB \n\n\n\nOverview\nWhether you have questions or simply want to say hello\, we’d love to see you. Drop by anytime during your lunch break to connect with CCRW and Neil Squire and learn about our organizations. \nWarm drinks and snacks will be available. \n\n\nQuestions or accommodation requests\nPlease contact the CCRW Moncton team at moncton@ccrw.org. \n\n\nPresented in Partnership With\nCCRW is pleased to host this NDEAM drop-in in partnership with Neil Squire.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/warm-up-and-connect-ndeam-event-in-moncton/
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261021T130000
DTSTAMP:20190718T172705Z
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SUMMARY:Assistive Technology Services Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Find out how the WorkBC Assistive Technology Services program\, operated by Neil Squire\, can benefit you and your employees. Join Marketing Manager\, Nate Toevs\, each week for a webinar on the following topics: \n\nWorkplace accommodations\nErgonomics\nAssistive technology\nAvailable resources\nFunding options\nCommunity supports programs\nProduct demonstrations\n\nWhen: Wednesday\, 12:30pm to 1:00pm. \nWhere: Online \nRegister Here \nFor more information please contact:\nNate Toevs\n604.355.0578\nnatet@neilsquire.ca
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/webinar/2026-10-21/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Webinar,WorkBC ATS
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261025
DTSTAMP:20260925T221738Z
CREATED:20260925T221738Z
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SUMMARY:OT Atlantic 2026
DESCRIPTION:Neil Squire & Makers Making Change are excited to be presenting and hosting a booth at OT Atlantic Conference/Conférence Ergo Atlantique 2026! \nThis conference is being hosted by NBAOT during OT Month at the Wu Conference Centre on the beautiful University of New Brunswick campus in Fredericton\, NB. The event brings together occupational therapists\, students\, educators\, and leaders dedicated to advancing participation\, inclusion\, and innovation in practice. Please join us for this unique event to connect and share with others and to support ongoing professional growth.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/ot-atlantic-2026/
LOCATION:Wu Conference Centre\, 6 Duffie Drive\, Fredericton\, New Brunswick\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Conference,Makers Making Change,Presentation,Solutions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261027T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261027T170000
DTSTAMP:20261001T174619Z
CREATED:20261001T174619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T174619Z
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SUMMARY:AT Exchange Canada
DESCRIPTION:Erin LeBlanc\, AT Specialist & Strategic Collaboration Lead at Neil Squire Society will be a guest speaker at the AT Exchange on October 27th in Vancouver\, along with Darren Mitzel\, Provincial Coordinator at SET-BC. \nAre you passionate about the transformative power of assistive technology? Do you believe in creating an inclusive world where everyone has the opportunity to thrive? Then mark your calendars for an unmissable event at Vancouver’s premier high-tech venue\, the Tech Collider at BCIT.  \nAT Exchange is an event focused on advancing the adoption of assistive technologies that empower individuals with disabilities and neuro differences. In bringing the AT community together\, we will create an environment for exchanging ideas\, knowledge\, and innovative solutions. Following two successful years hosted at the renowned MaRS Discovery District in Toronto\, AT Exchange is excited to bring  the AT and disability community together again in Vancouver.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/at-exchange-canada/
LOCATION:BCIT Downtown Campus\, 555 Seymour Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Conference,Expo
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261027T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261027T150000
DTSTAMP:20260925T222433Z
CREATED:20260925T222433Z
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SUMMARY:Hacking for the Holidays Gibbons School
DESCRIPTION:Makers Making Change is excited to be partner with MMC Chapter: Gibbons-Edm to facilitate a STEM with Purpose workshop! We will be putting on our Switch Build. \nOur Build Assistive Technology: Assistive Switches workshop allows participants to discover the world of assistive technology by assembling assistive switches from our Makers Making Change assistive device library. Assistive switches can help people with disabilities independently access anything from computers and smartphones to switch-adapted toys and appliances. Switches come in many different shapes and sizes\, and address many different needs. \nParticipants will solder and assemble to create assistive switches. \nMMC provides materials\, tools and instructions to workshop participants as they are lead in a workshop learning more about assistive technology and accessibility while creating an assistive device! \nOur STEM with Purpose workshops support STEM (Science\, Technology\, Engineering and Math) education through an assistive technology lens and encourage students to tackle real-world challenges and to empathize with people with disabilities.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/hacking-for-the-holidays-gibbons-school/
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Makers Making Change,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261027T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261027T160000
DTSTAMP:20260925T223035Z
CREATED:20260925T223035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T223035Z
UID:32249-1793109600-1793116800@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Vision Loss Rehabilitation Conference Build
DESCRIPTION:Makers Making Change is excited to be partner with Vision Loss Rehabilitation Canada to facilitate a STEM with Purpose workshop! \nOur STEM with Purpose workshops support STEM (Science\, Technology\, Engineering and Math) education through an assistive technology lens and encourage participants to tackle real-world challenges and to empathize with people with disabilities.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/vision-loss-rehabilitation-conference-build/
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Makers Making Change,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261028T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261028T130000
DTSTAMP:20190718T172705Z
CREATED:20190718T172705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190718T172705Z
UID:31444-1793190600-1793192400@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Assistive Technology Services Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Find out how the WorkBC Assistive Technology Services program\, operated by Neil Squire\, can benefit you and your employees. Join Marketing Manager\, Nate Toevs\, each week for a webinar on the following topics: \n\nWorkplace accommodations\nErgonomics\nAssistive technology\nAvailable resources\nFunding options\nCommunity supports programs\nProduct demonstrations\n\nWhen: Wednesday\, 12:30pm to 1:00pm. \nWhere: Online \nRegister Here \nFor more information please contact:\nNate Toevs\n604.355.0578\nnatet@neilsquire.ca
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/webinar/2026-10-28/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Webinar,WorkBC ATS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261029T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261029T150000
DTSTAMP:20260908T211815Z
CREATED:20260908T211815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T211815Z
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SUMMARY:Chilliwack Hiring & Education Expo 2026
DESCRIPTION:We will be at the Chilliwack Hiring & Education Expo 2026. Look for our WorkBC Assistive Technology Services booth. This event is free to attend and open to the public. Swing by and say hi to Nate!
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/chilliwack-hiring-education-expo-2026/
LOCATION:Coast Chilliwack Hotel\, 45920 First Avenue\, Chilliwack\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Career Fair,Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261106T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261106T170000
DTSTAMP:20260925T223337Z
CREATED:20260925T223337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T223337Z
UID:32251-1793953800-1793984400@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Hacking for the Holidays with Niagara Children's Centre
DESCRIPTION:Makers Making Change is excited to be partnering with Niagara Children’s Centre for a Switch Building Event! \nThe Niagara Children’s Centre team will be led by Makers Making Change to build Assistive Switches! The completed switches will then be donated to families and children with disabilities. \nThank you to Niagara Children’s Centre for their ongoing support.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/hacking-for-the-holidays-with-niagara-childrens-centre/
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Makers Making Change,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261107T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261107T210000
DTSTAMP:20260925T223554Z
CREATED:20260925T223554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T223554Z
UID:32253-1794045600-1794085200@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:ExtraLife Gameday Activation Booth
DESCRIPTION:Makers Making Change is excited to be taking part in the ExtraLife Gameday Activation Booth.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/extralife-gameday-activation-booth/
CATEGORIES:Makers Making Change
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261110T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261110T110000
DTSTAMP:20261005T172306Z
CREATED:20261005T172306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T172306Z
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SUMMARY:Creative Employment Options Webinar: Navigating the Hidden Job Market
DESCRIPTION:Many jobs are never posted online. Learn how to find opportunities others miss.\nMany job opportunities are never posted online. This session explores how to find work through networking\, direct contact\, and other approaches that go beyond job boards. \nYou will learn practical ways to connect with employers\, start conversations about opportunities\, and build a network that supports your job search. The focus is on clear\, realistic steps you can use right away. \nTopic: Navigating the Hidden Job Market\nDate: November 10th\, 2026\nTime: 10:00 am PCT\nPresented By: Neil Squire Prairie Region \nRegister: registration link coming soon!
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/creative-employment-options-webinar-navigating-the-hidden-job-market-2/
CATEGORIES:Creative Employment Options,Presentation,Webinar,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261111T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261111T130000
DTSTAMP:20190718T172705Z
CREATED:20190718T172705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190718T172705Z
UID:31446-1794400200-1794402000@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Assistive Technology Services Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Find out how the WorkBC Assistive Technology Services program\, operated by Neil Squire\, can benefit you and your employees. Join Marketing Manager\, Nate Toevs\, each week for a webinar on the following topics: \n\nWorkplace accommodations\nErgonomics\nAssistive technology\nAvailable resources\nFunding options\nCommunity supports programs\nProduct demonstrations\n\nWhen: Wednesday\, 12:30pm to 1:00pm. \nWhere: Online \nRegister Here \nFor more information please contact:\nNate Toevs\n604.355.0578\nnatet@neilsquire.ca
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/webinar/2026-11-11/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Webinar,WorkBC ATS
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261118T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261118T180000
DTSTAMP:20260928T164134Z
CREATED:20260928T164134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T164134Z
UID:32255-1794988800-1795024800@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Canadian Disability Tech Summit 2026
DESCRIPTION:Makers Making Change will be at the Canadian Disability Tech Summit\, showcasing innovative\, affordable assistive technology and connecting with makers\, developers\, researchers\, and other communities from across Canada.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/canadian-disability-tech-summit-2026/
LOCATION:Automotive Building\, 105 Princes' Blvd\, Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Conference,Makers Making Change
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261118T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261118T130000
DTSTAMP:20190718T172705Z
CREATED:20190718T172705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190718T172705Z
UID:31447-1795005000-1795006800@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Assistive Technology Services Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Find out how the WorkBC Assistive Technology Services program\, operated by Neil Squire\, can benefit you and your employees. Join Marketing Manager\, Nate Toevs\, each week for a webinar on the following topics: \n\nWorkplace accommodations\nErgonomics\nAssistive technology\nAvailable resources\nFunding options\nCommunity supports programs\nProduct demonstrations\n\nWhen: Wednesday\, 12:30pm to 1:00pm. \nWhere: Online \nRegister Here \nFor more information please contact:\nNate Toevs\n604.355.0578\nnatet@neilsquire.ca
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/webinar/2026-11-18/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Webinar,WorkBC ATS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261118T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261118T160000
DTSTAMP:20261001T185128Z
CREATED:20261001T185128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T185128Z
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SUMMARY:Hacking for the Holidays BioWare Build Event
DESCRIPTION:Makers Making Change is excited to be partnering with BioWare/EA for a toy adapting event! \nThe BioWare/EA team will be led by Makers Making Change to switch adapt toys! Participants will “hack” battery operated toys\, taking them apart\, and adding in the switch jacks so the toy can be paired with as assistive switch to create more accessible options for children. The completed toys will then be donated to our local partners to be delivered to families and children with disabilities.  \nThank you to BioWare/EA for their ongoing support.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/hacking-for-the-holidays-bioware-build-event/
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Makers Making Change,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261119T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261119T130000
DTSTAMP:20250116T210845Z
CREATED:20190718T173928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T210845Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn: Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Join Marketing Manager\, Nate Toevs\, for a webinar on assistive technology\, ergonomics\, and the services available to people who have work-related barriers due to a disability or functional limitation. \nTopics include: \n\nWorkplace accommodations\nErgonomics\nAssistive technology\nAvailable resources\nFunding options\nCommunity supports programs\nProduct demonstrations\n\nWhen: The 3rd Thursday of every second month from 12:00pm to 1:00pm. \nWhere: Zoom \nRegister today and learn more about the WorkBC Assistive Technology Services program\, operated by Neil Squire. Lunch is not provided at our virtual sessions. \nRegister Here\nFor more information please contact:\nNate Toevs\n604 355 0578\nnatet@neilsquire.ca \n*The WorkBC Assistive Technology Services Lunch and Learn is only available to residents of British Columbia.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/lunch-and-learn/2026-11-19/
LOCATION:Neil Squire Society\, Burnaby\, 400-3999 Henning Drive\, Burnaby\, BC\, V5C 6P9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Lunch and Learn
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261119T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261119T140000
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SUMMARY:VCH OT Inservice Adapting Session
DESCRIPTION:Makers Making Change visits GF Strong to build adaptive switches with Vancouver Coastal Health OTs.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/vch-ot-inservice-adapting-session/
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Makers Making Change,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261121T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261121T133000
DTSTAMP:20260928T170125Z
CREATED:20260928T165631Z
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SUMMARY:Hacking for the Holidays Beaumont Library
DESCRIPTION:Makers Making Change is excited to be partner with Beaumont Library to facilitate a STEM with Purpose workshop! We will be putting on our Switch Build. \nOur Build Assistive Technology: Assistive Switches workshop allows participants to discover the world of assistive technology by assembling assistive switches from our Makers Making Change assistive device library. Assistive switches can help people with disabilities independently access anything from computers and smartphones to switch-adapted toys and appliances. Switches come in many different shapes and sizes\, and address many different needs. \nParticipants will solder and assemble to create assistive switches. \nMMC provides materials\, tools and instructions to workshop participants as they are lead in a workshop learning more about assistive technology and accessibility while creating an assistive device! \nOur STEM with Purpose workshops support STEM (Science\, Technology\, Engineering and Math) education through an assistive technology lens and encourage students to tackle real-world challenges and to empathize with people with disabilities. \nAll created devices will be donated to local partners and individuals with disabilities.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/hacking-for-the-holidays-beaumont-library/
LOCATION:Beaumont Library\, 5700 - 49 Street\, Beaumont\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Community Event,Makers Making Change,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261123T184500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261123T204500
DTSTAMP:20260928T170012Z
CREATED:20260928T170012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T170012Z
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SUMMARY:Coquitlam Scouts Build
DESCRIPTION:Makers Making Change joins the 12th Coquitlam Scouts to build adaptive switches for youth with disabilities across Canada.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/coquitlam-scouts-build/
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Makers Making Change,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T130000
DTSTAMP:20190718T172705Z
CREATED:20190718T172705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190718T172705Z
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SUMMARY:Assistive Technology Services Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Find out how the WorkBC Assistive Technology Services program\, operated by Neil Squire\, can benefit you and your employees. Join Marketing Manager\, Nate Toevs\, each week for a webinar on the following topics: \n\nWorkplace accommodations\nErgonomics\nAssistive technology\nAvailable resources\nFunding options\nCommunity supports programs\nProduct demonstrations\n\nWhen: Wednesday\, 12:30pm to 1:00pm. \nWhere: Online \nRegister Here \nFor more information please contact:\nNate Toevs\n604.355.0578\nnatet@neilsquire.ca
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/webinar/2026-11-25/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Webinar,WorkBC ATS
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261201T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261201T153000
DTSTAMP:20260928T170607Z
CREATED:20260928T170607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T170607Z
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SUMMARY:Hacking for the Holidays Elmwood Elementary
DESCRIPTION:Makers Making Change is excited to be partner with Elmwood School to facilitate a STEM with Purpose workshop! We will be putting on our Switch Build. \nOur Build Assistive Technology: Assistive Switches workshop allows participants to discover the world of assistive technology by assembling assistive switches from our Makers Making Change assistive device library. Assistive switches can help people with disabilities independently access anything from computers and smartphones to switch-adapted toys and appliances. Switches come in many different shapes and sizes\, and address many different needs. \nParticipants will solder and assemble to create assistive switches. \nMMC provides materials\, tools and instructions to workshop participants as they are lead in a workshop learning more about assistive technology and accessibility while creating an assistive device! \nOur STEM with Purpose workshops support STEM (Science\, Technology\, Engineering and Math) education through an assistive technology lens and encourage students to tackle real-world challenges and to empathize with people with disabilities. \nAll created devices will be donated to local partners and individuals with disabilities.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/hacking-for-the-holidays-elmwood-elementary/
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Makers Making Change,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261202T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261202T130000
DTSTAMP:20190718T172705Z
CREATED:20190718T172705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190718T172705Z
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SUMMARY:Assistive Technology Services Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Find out how the WorkBC Assistive Technology Services program\, operated by Neil Squire\, can benefit you and your employees. Join Marketing Manager\, Nate Toevs\, each week for a webinar on the following topics: \n\nWorkplace accommodations\nErgonomics\nAssistive technology\nAvailable resources\nFunding options\nCommunity supports programs\nProduct demonstrations\n\nWhen: Wednesday\, 12:30pm to 1:00pm. \nWhere: Online \nRegister Here \nFor more information please contact:\nNate Toevs\n604.355.0578\nnatet@neilsquire.ca
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/webinar/2026-12-02/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Webinar,WorkBC ATS
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261203
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261204
DTSTAMP:20190819T165102Z
CREATED:20190819T165102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190819T165102Z
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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/2026-12-03/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Day
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261206
DTSTAMP:20191205T203251Z
CREATED:20191205T203251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191205T203251Z
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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/2026-12-05/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Day
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261208T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261208T110000
DTSTAMP:20261005T172308Z
CREATED:20261005T172308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T172308Z
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SUMMARY:Creative Employment Options Webinar: Mastering Interviews with Confidence
DESCRIPTION:Want to feel more confident in interviews? Learn how to prepare and present yourself clearly.\nInterviews can be stressful\, especially when you are unsure how to present your experience or discuss accommodations. This session looks at how to prepare effectively and approach interviews with confidence. \nYou will learn how to structure your answers\, highlight your strengths\, and respond to common questions. The session also covers different interview formats and practical ways to feel more prepared and in control. \nTopic: Mastering Interviews with Confidence\nDate: December 8th\, 2026\nTime: 10:00 am PCT\nPresented By: Neil Squire Atlantic Region \nRegister: registration link coming soon!
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/creative-employment-options-webinar-mastering-interviews-with-confidence-2/
CATEGORIES:Creative Employment Options,Presentation,Webinar,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261209T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261209T130000
DTSTAMP:20190718T172705Z
CREATED:20190718T172705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190718T172705Z
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SUMMARY:Assistive Technology Services Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Find out how the WorkBC Assistive Technology Services program\, operated by Neil Squire\, can benefit you and your employees. Join Marketing Manager\, Nate Toevs\, each week for a webinar on the following topics: \n\nWorkplace accommodations\nErgonomics\nAssistive technology\nAvailable resources\nFunding options\nCommunity supports programs\nProduct demonstrations\n\nWhen: Wednesday\, 12:30pm to 1:00pm. \nWhere: Online \nRegister Here \nFor more information please contact:\nNate Toevs\n604.355.0578\nnatet@neilsquire.ca
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/webinar/2026-12-09/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Webinar,WorkBC ATS
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261215T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261215T130000
DTSTAMP:20260928T170920Z
CREATED:20260928T170920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T170920Z
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SUMMARY:SET-BC Holiday Toy Hack
DESCRIPTION:Makers Making Change is excited to be partnering with SET-BC for a toy adapting event! \nThe SET-BC team will be led by Makers Making Change to switch adapt toys! Participants will “hack” battery operated toys\, taking them apart\, and adding in the switch jacks so the toy can be paired with as assistive switch to create more accessible options for children. The completed toys will then be donated to our local partners to be delivered to families and children with disabilities. \nThank you to SET-BC for their ongoing support.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/set-bc-holiday-toy-hack/
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Makers Making Change,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261216T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261216T130000
DTSTAMP:20190718T172705Z
CREATED:20190718T172705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190718T172705Z
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SUMMARY:Assistive Technology Services Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Find out how the WorkBC Assistive Technology Services program\, operated by Neil Squire\, can benefit you and your employees. Join Marketing Manager\, Nate Toevs\, each week for a webinar on the following topics: \n\nWorkplace accommodations\nErgonomics\nAssistive technology\nAvailable resources\nFunding options\nCommunity supports programs\nProduct demonstrations\n\nWhen: Wednesday\, 12:30pm to 1:00pm. \nWhere: Online \nRegister Here \nFor more information please contact:\nNate Toevs\n604.355.0578\nnatet@neilsquire.ca
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/webinar/2026-12-16/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Webinar,WorkBC ATS
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