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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230719T130000
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UID:27191-1689771600-1689780600@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Uncles and Aunts at Large Summer STEM Build Event
DESCRIPTION:Makers Making Change is excited to be facilitating a toy adapting session with Uncles and Aunts at Large in Edmonton\, Alberta. Attendees will learn how to solder\, and build working\, needed devices for the community while learning more about the world of assistive technology. All toys will be donated to local community groups and rehabilitation hospitals. \nFull build kits\, toys\, tools and step by step instructions will be supplied to participants. \nThis is a closed event for Uncles and Aunts at Large participants.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/uncles-and-aunts-at-large-summer-stem-build-event/
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Community Event,Makers Making Change
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230719T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230719T110000
DTSTAMP:20230616T213114Z
CREATED:20230616T213114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230616T213114Z
UID:27162-1689757200-1689764400@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Northern Coding Academy Symposium - Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Makers Making Change and The TELUS World of Science – Edmonton are excited to partner and host a series of summer events where teachers can learn more about assistive technology and devices. We will be running an info session all about What Makers Making Change is and how teachers and their classrooms can get involved during the Northern Coding Academy Symposium this summer. \nThis event is closed to Northern Coding Academy Symposium Attendees.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/northern-coding-academy-symposium-info-session/
LOCATION:TELUS World of Science – Edmonton\, 11211 142 St NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5M 4A1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Makers Making Change
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230715T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230715T140000
DTSTAMP:20230705T222523Z
CREATED:20230705T222523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230705T222523Z
UID:27217-1689418800-1689429600@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Cerebral Palsy Alberta’s Picnic in the Park
DESCRIPTION:Join Makers Making Change and other vendors on July 15 11 am – 2 pm at Fish Creek Provincial Park for Cerebral Palsy Alberta’s Picnic in the Park in Calgary.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/cerebral-palsy-albertas-picnic-in-the-park/
LOCATION:Fish Creek Provincial Park\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2X 1R2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Makers Making Change
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230713T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230713T143000
DTSTAMP:20230616T212459Z
CREATED:20230616T212459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230616T212459Z
UID:27157-1689253200-1689258600@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Eager Engineers Summer Camp Design Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Makers Making Change and The TELUS World of Science – Edmonton are excited to partner and host a series of 14 summer events where youth can learn more about assistive technology and devices. Students will learn about accessible gaming\, how to solder\, and build working\, needed devices for the community and learn more about the world of assistive technology. \nOur sessions with the Eager Engineers Camps will focus on introducing youth to the engineering process while allowing them to find solutions to a real life accessibility problem. \nThese events are closed to youth signed up for TELUS World of Science – Edmonton summer camps only. If you would like to sign up for a camp please click on the following link: https://telusworldofscienceedmonton.ca/visit/camps/summer-camps/ (new window)
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/eager-engineers-summer-camp-design-challenge/2023-07-13/
LOCATION:TELUS World of Science – Edmonton\, 11211 142 St NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5M 4A1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Community Event,Makers Making Change
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230712T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230712T150000
DTSTAMP:20230616T212120Z
CREATED:20230616T211846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230616T212120Z
UID:27152-1689166800-1689174000@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Mighty Makers Summer Camp Circuitry Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Makers Making Change and The TELUS World of Science – Edmonton are excited to partner and host a series of 14 summer events where youth can learn more about assistive technology and devices. Students will learn about accessible gaming\, how to solder\, and build working\, needed devices for the community and learn more about the world of assistive technology. \nOur sessions with the Mighty Makers Camps will focus on introducing youth to basic circuitry concepts and how they can be used to make accessible buttons and toys. \nThese events are closed to youth signed up for TELUS World of Science – Edmonton summer camps only. If you would like to sign up for a camp please click on the following link: https://telusworldofscienceedmonton.ca/visit/camps/summer-camps/ (new window)
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/mighty-makers-summer-camp-circuitry-workshop/2023-07-12/
LOCATION:TELUS World of Science – Edmonton\, 11211 142 St NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5M 4A1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Community Event,Makers Making Change
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230712T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230712T123000
DTSTAMP:20230616T190202Z
CREATED:20230616T190202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230616T190202Z
UID:27146-1689161400-1689165000@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Gadgets and Gizmos Summer Camp Switch Build
DESCRIPTION:Makers Making Change and The TELUS World of Science – Edmonton are excited to partner and host a series of 14 summer events where youth can learn more about assistive technology and devices. Students will learn about accessible gaming\, how to solder\, and build working\, needed devices for the community and learn more about the world of assistive technology. \nOur sessions with the Gadgets and Gizmos Camps will focus on learning new skills such as soldering and wiring switches to create an adaptive switch. These Adaptive switches will be donated to local rehabilitation hospitals and organizations that focus on helping individuals with disabilities. \nThese events are closed to youth signed up for TELUS World of Science – Edmonton summer camps only. If you would like to sign up for a camp please click on the following link: https://telusworldofscienceedmonton.ca/visit/camps/summer-camps/ (new window)
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/gadgets-and-gizmos-summer-camp-switch-build/2023-07-12/
LOCATION:TELUS World of Science – Edmonton\, 11211 142 St NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5M 4A1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Community Event,Makers Making Change
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230712T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230712T170000
DTSTAMP:20230524T183110Z
CREATED:20230524T182249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230524T183110Z
UID:26869-1689156000-1689181200@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Calgary Office Adaptive Gaming Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Gaming has been exploding in popularity over the last decade. With more people being interested in gaming and with gaming assistive tech becoming available. Gaming setups that require specialized devices or customization can be very cost effective when open source assistive technology (AT) is utilized. Gaming is for everyone\, no matter who you are or how you game. Whether you are new to the space or a returning gamer whose gaming may need some adaptations to effectively game\, there are solutions available. \nCome explore the Makers Making Change office and trial a variation of adaptive gaming setups. \nIf you have any questions about the event please contact shanellew@neilsquire.ca
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/calgary-office-adaptive-gaming-sessions-2023-07-12/
LOCATION:Neil Squire Calgary Office\, 900-105 12th Avenue SE\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2G 1A1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Makers Making Change,Open House
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230629T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230629T110000
DTSTAMP:20230524T162646Z
CREATED:20230412T153548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230524T162646Z
UID:26656-1688032800-1688036400@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Monthly Makers Making Change Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Makers Making Change Monthly Information Session! Our regional coordinators will introduce our Makers Making Change project and provide attendees with everything they need to know to be a part of this exciting project. This is a great opportunity to ask questions or to figure out how you want to get involved – whether it be to receive devices\, volunteer to build\, or whatever you think you can contribute! \nMakers Making Change is a project that connects people who could benefit from assistive devices with volunteer makers. Makers Making Change (MMC) is an innovative community-based initiative that connects makers to people with disabilities to create affordable open source assistive technologies. Makers Making Change utilizes emerging technology such as Arduino microcontrollers\, 3D printing and laser cutting. The project integrates the culture and communities that surround the open source movement\, the maker movement and the crowdsourcing movement.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/monthly-makers-making-change-information-session-5-2023-06-29/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Makers Making Change,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230628T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230628T150000
DTSTAMP:20230608T134615Z
CREATED:20230524T184940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230608T134615Z
UID:26871-1687957200-1687964400@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:UBC OSOT Switch Build
DESCRIPTION:On June 28\, from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm PDT\, the University of British Columbia’s Department of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy will be building switches for people with disabilities. Participants will build the Light Touch Switch. Tools will be provided on-site. \nEvery device will be donated to local disability organizations and rehab hospitals. \nThis is a closed event for the University of British Columbia students only.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/ubc-osot-switch-build/
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Community Event,Makers Making Change
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230627T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230627T163000
DTSTAMP:20230621T223029Z
CREATED:20230621T222915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230621T223029Z
UID:27184-1687870800-1687883400@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Toy Adapting and Switch Building with Salesforce Halifax
DESCRIPTION:Makers Making Change is thrilled to once again be partnering with Salesforce and its staff from the Halifax office as they host us for an exciting event! \nVolunteers from Salesforce will be spending some time with us to adapt toys that will be donated to Halifax’s Local IWK Children’s Hospital. Volunteers will be supplied with tools\, materials and instructions and will enjoy a fun afternoon learning how to solder and adapt toys! \nMany thanks to Salesforce for their interest and participation with Makers Making Change to help their community! if you are interested in hosting us for a build\, please reach out to info@makersmakingchange.com
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/toy-adapting-and-switch-building-with-salesforce-halifax/
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Community Event,Makers Making Change
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230626T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230626T160000
DTSTAMP:20230626T180224Z
CREATED:20230626T180224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230626T180224Z
UID:27189-1687784400-1687795200@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:TELUS World of Science Edmonton – Instructor Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Makers Making Change and The TELUS World of Science – Edmonton are excited to partner for an Instructor workshop as a prelude to our series of 14 summer events where youth can learn more about assistive technology and devices. During this workshop Instructors will learn about accessible gaming\,  how to solder and build working\, needed devices for the community and learn more about how to help  their campers during the summer MMC programming. \nThis events is closed to Summer Camp Instructors and TELUS World of Science – Edmonton staff only.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/telus-world-of-science-edmonton-instructor-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Community Event,Makers Making Change
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230626T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230626T120000
DTSTAMP:20230626T180009Z
CREATED:20230626T180009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230626T180009Z
UID:27187-1687770000-1687780800@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Switch Building Workshop at King’s County Academy
DESCRIPTION:Makers Making Change is excited to build switches and adapt toys with students from King’s County Academy in Kingston\, Nova Scotia. \nStudents from grades 7 & 8 will learn about assistive technology and Makers Making Change and then get to try out some hands on skills like soldering! \nMany thanks to Taylor Brown and Sheila Parsons for welcoming us!
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/switch-building-workshop-at-kings-county-academy/
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Community Event,Makers Making Change
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230623
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230626
DTSTAMP:20230612T183231Z
CREATED:20230612T183231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T183231Z
UID:27118-1687478400-1687737599@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Game Con Canada (GCC)
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the first ever Game Con Canada (GCC)! We will have a booth demo space to showcase low-cost open source accessible gaming devices. Come by and play some games and learn more about accessible gaming! \nMore information can be found on their website (new window). \nShow Hours: \nFriday\, June 23rd: 12 pm-9 pm\, After Hours Game Play 9 pm-12 am \nSaturday\, June 24th: 11 am-9 pm\, After Hours Game Play 9 pm-12 am \nSunday\, June 25th: 10am-6pm
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/game-con-canada-gcc/
LOCATION:BMO Centre\, 20 Roundup Way SE\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2G 2W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community,Community Event,Expo,Makers Making Change
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Regina:20230619T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Regina:20230619T140000
DTSTAMP:20230601T164242Z
CREATED:20230601T164242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230601T164242Z
UID:26901-1687168800-1687183200@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Neil Squire 39th Anniversary Barbeque
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for free hot dogs\, drinks and chips at our Anniversary Barbeque June 19th from 10 am to 2 pm. \nLocation: Neil Squire parking lot on the North East corner of Broad Street & 8th Avenue\, Regina\, Saskatchewan \nMembers of the Regina Police Service Community Engagement Unit will be helping us serve lunch. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Nikki at nikkil@neilsquire.ca.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/neil-squire-39th-anniversary-barbeque/
LOCATION:Neil Squire Parking Lot\, corner of 8th Avenue and Broad Street\, Regina\, Saskatchewan\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community,Community Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230614T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20230614T170000
DTSTAMP:20230524T183303Z
CREATED:20230524T182249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230524T183303Z
UID:26864-1686736800-1686762000@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Calgary Office Adaptive Gaming Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Gaming has been exploding in popularity over the last decade. With more people being interested in gaming and with gaming assistive tech becoming available. Gaming setups that require specialized devices or customization can be very cost effective when open source assistive technology (AT) is utilized. Gaming is for everyone\, no matter who you are or how you game. Whether you are new to the space or a returning gamer whose gaming may need some adaptations to effectively game\, there are solutions available. \nCome explore the Makers Making Change office and trial a variation of adaptive gaming setups. \nIf you have any questions about the event please contact shanellew@neilsquire.ca
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/calgary-office-adaptive-gaming-sessions-2023-06-14/
LOCATION:Neil Squire Calgary Office\, 900-105 12th Avenue SE\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2G 1A1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Makers Making Change,Open House
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230613
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230615
DTSTAMP:20230612T182652Z
CREATED:20230612T182419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T182652Z
UID:27115-1686614400-1686787199@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Switch Building with Evangeline Middle School
DESCRIPTION:Makers Making Change is excited to be invited back to lead workshops with our friends at Evangeline Middle School in New Minas\, Nova Scotia. Students will learn more about assistive technology and the Makers Making Change program while also learning hands on making skills that include soldering and 3D printing. \nThanks to Evangeline Middle School for inviting us to their school!
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/switch-building-with-evangeline-middle-school/
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Community Event,Makers Making Change
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230606
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230609
DTSTAMP:20230308T195857Z
CREATED:20230308T195857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230308T195857Z
UID:26455-1686009600-1686268799@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:CASE World Conference 2023
DESCRIPTION:You will be joining CASE and international delegates for the 2nd World Supported Employment Conference\, held in person at the Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre\, in British Columbia! \nThrough sessions and workshops led by leaders and innovators in the field of supported employment\, we will explore shared best practices\, innovative solutions to common challenges\, the latest trends and research findings\, and opportunities for networking and community building. \nNeil Squire staff from across Canada will be in attendance.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/case-world-conference-2023/
LOCATION:Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre\, 1088 Burrard Street\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6Z 2R9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230531T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230531T120000
DTSTAMP:20230516T182630Z
CREATED:20230427T163236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230516T182630Z
UID:26770-1685530800-1685534400@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Chamber College - Addressing Labour Force Challenges and Creating Inclusive Workplaces
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that job carving and other strategies\, achieved by working with organizations Like Neil Squire\, can help your business to access a greater talent pool? Are you aware of assistive technologies that can reduce barriers in the workplace? \nNeil Squire has been delivering programs supporting persons with disabilities for close to 40 years. We specialize in employment and assistive technology supports. \nNeil Squire serves people with disabilities and their future employers. filling gaps in services and expertise. Inclusive hiring practices can reduce labour force challenges and studies show that inclusive workplaces can increase your bottom Line. \nJoin us for this free 1-hour session during Disability Awareness Week in New Brunswick!
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/chamer-college-addressing-labour-force-challenges-and-creating-inclusive-workplaces/
LOCATION:NBCC Moncton\, 1234 Mountain Rd\, Moncton\, Nova Scotia\, E1C 8H9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230531
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230603
DTSTAMP:20230308T195531Z
CREATED:20230308T195531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230308T195531Z
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SUMMARY:VRA Canada Conference
DESCRIPTION:VRA Canada has been the voice representing vocational rehabilitation professionals across Canada for 50 years and counting. \nNeil Squire staff members from our offices across Canada will be attending the VRA Canada Conference\, with this year’s theme being\, “Focusing on the Future.”
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/vra-canada-conference/
LOCATION:Inn at Laurel Point\, 680 Montreal St\, Victoria\, BC\, V8V 1Z8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230530T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230530T120000
DTSTAMP:20230512T205746Z
CREATED:20230512T205746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230512T205746Z
UID:26833-1685440800-1685448000@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Gaming For All: Joystick Build for Adaptive Gaming
DESCRIPTION:Neil Squire’s Makers Making Change program\, with support from New Brunswick’s Premier’s Council on Persons with Disabilities\, will host a unique event where you can learn more about adaptive gaming. We will be joined by Stan Cassidy Centre’s Game Changers program as they will tell us more about their work and programs in adaptive gaming. Opportunity to trial and demo some devices will also be available to attendees. \nAttendees will also have the chance to build an adaptive joystick\, which will then be donated to Stan Cassidy Centre’s Game Changers program\, allowing more people to game. Attendees will be supplied with tools\, parts and instructions and supported by Makers Making Change staff. \nRegistration is appreciated\, any question please reach out to courtneyc@neilsquire.ca
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/gaming-for-all-joystick-build-for-adaptive-gaming/
LOCATION:Crowne Plaza Fredericton-Lord Beaverbrook\, 659 Queen Street\, Fredericton\, New Brunswick\, E3B 1C3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Community Event,Makers Making Change
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20230529T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20230529T130000
DTSTAMP:20230516T213708Z
CREATED:20230516T213708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230516T213708Z
UID:26843-1685358000-1685365200@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Neil Squire Taste and Talk
DESCRIPTION:The Nova Scotia Neil Squire team was invited by ReachAbility to help spread awareness of services for National AccessAbility Week. \nWe are hosting an event May 29\, 2023 11 am to 1 pm at River Run Café. The four representatives from Nova Scotia will be onsite welcoming conversations and casually informing people about our services. Those who come to the café to learn about our services are treated with a coffee/tea and café treat. \nFor more info\, please contact nb.info@neilsquire.ca
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/neil-squire-taste-and-talk/
LOCATION:River Run Café\, 151 Provost St - Suite 102\, New Glasgow\, Nova Scotia\, B2H 2P6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community,Community Event,Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20230526T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20230526T113000
DTSTAMP:20230523T214705Z
CREATED:20230523T214705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230523T214705Z
UID:26859-1685096100-1685100600@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Skills Symposium: Let me in! Accessibility in the Skilled Trades Facilitated by Futureworx
DESCRIPTION:Skills Canada will host the Skills Symposium at the 2023 Skills Canada National Competition\, in Winnipeg\, on May 25 and 26! The Skills Symposium brings together industry\, policymakers and educators to discuss and learn more about current issues in the skilled trades and technology sectors. \nThis year’s theme is: Embracing Adaptability: Navigating Change in the Skilled Trades and Technologies. \nOur Director of Innovation Chad Leaman will take part in a discussion on May 26 on how to address accessibility needs in the workplace to make careers within the skilled trades and technologies an option for everyone! \nMichael Schmidt\, Project Manager: FIRST (Fostering Inclusion in Red Seal Trades)\, CCRW\, and Robin Lorway\, Accessibility Services Manager\, Skills Canada Nova Scotia\, will also take part in the discussion.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/skills-symposium-let-me-in-accessibility-in-the-skilled-trades-facilitated-by-futureworx/
LOCATION:RBC Convention Centre Winnipeg\, 375 York Ave\, Winnipeg\, Manitoba\, R3C 3J3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Conference,Makers Making Change,Symposium
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230525T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230525T110000
DTSTAMP:20230524T162402Z
CREATED:20230412T153548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230524T162402Z
UID:26655-1685008800-1685012400@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Monthly Makers Making Change Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Makers Making Change Monthly Information Session! Our regional coordinators will introduce our Makers Making Change project and provide attendees with everything they need to know to be a part of this exciting project. This is a great opportunity to ask questions or to figure out how you want to get involved – whether it be to receive devices\, volunteer to build\, or whatever you think you can contribute! \nMakers Making Change is a project that connects people who could benefit from assistive devices with volunteer makers. Makers Making Change (MMC) is an innovative community-based initiative that connects makers to people with disabilities to create affordable open source assistive technologies. Makers Making Change utilizes emerging technology such as Arduino microcontrollers\, 3D printing and laser cutting. The project integrates the culture and communities that surround the open source movement\, the maker movement and the crowdsourcing movement.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/monthly-makers-making-change-information-session-5-2023-05-25/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Makers Making Change,Presentation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230525
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230527
DTSTAMP:20230510T172558Z
CREATED:20230510T172558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230510T172558Z
UID:26820-1684972800-1685145599@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:2023 Skills Canada National
DESCRIPTION:The Skills Canada National Competition (SCNC) is the only national\, multi-trade and technology competition for students and apprentices in the country. Each year\, more than 550 competitors from all regions of Canada come to SCNC to participate in over 40 skilled trade and technology competitions. \nMakers Making Change will be hosting a try-a-trade booth from May 25 – 26\, 2023. Students from all across the country will get to build a simple assistive device that will be donated to the community. \nAdmission is free\, register your class or partner
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/2023-skills-canada-national/
LOCATION:RBC Convention Centre Winnipeg\, 375 York Ave\, Winnipeg\, Manitoba\, R3C 3J3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Makers Making Change
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230524T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230524T153000
DTSTAMP:20230517T223740Z
CREATED:20230517T223516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230517T223740Z
UID:26847-1684933200-1684942200@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Stronger Together – VLRC\, CNIB\, DBCS and Makers Making Change
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to host our second event with Vision Loss Rehab. On Wednesday\, May 24\, staff from the Vision Loss Rehabilitation\, CNIB\, and CNIB Deafblind Community Services are coming together to switch-adapt Peppa Pig toys. This is a great chance for all organizations to share resource and hack toys for kids. \nThis event is closed for staff only.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/stronger-together-vlrc-cnib-dbcs-and-makers-making-change/
CATEGORIES:Buildathon,Makers Making Change
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230524
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230527
DTSTAMP:20230516T171344Z
CREATED:20230516T171245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230516T171344Z
UID:26838-1684886400-1685145599@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Canadian Congress on Disability Inclusion 2023
DESCRIPTION:Neil Squire is pleased to be taking part in The Second Annual Canadian Congress on Disability Inclusion by Employment and Social Development Canada. \nRegister to attend the event here: https://ccih_ccdi_2023.vfairs.ca/en/attendee-registration-form \nDisability Inclusion: From Possibilities to Practice\nIn 2022\, Employment and Social Development Canada established the Canadian Congress on Disability Inclusion (CCDI) as the Government of Canada’s annual milestone event to kick-start National AccessAbility Week (NAAW) celebrations. \nCCDI 2023 is the second iteration of this virtual\, interactive\, and inclusive event. The virtual event provides an opportunity to bring people together to exchange ideas and groundbreaking insights to help shape accessible and inclusively designed communities and workplaces across Canada. \nCCDI 2023 is free and open to the public. \nWhat to Expect\nCCDI 2023 is more than a conference. \n\nSome of Canada’s most prominent disability and accessibility advocates\, community members\, academics\, thought leaders and innovators.\nNext-level networking to exchange ideas and build partnerships.\nAn Innovation Showcase to highlight leading edge accessible and inclusive innovative projects\, products\, and services.\nA Career Fair for persons with disabilities featuring some of Canada’s most diverse and inclusive employers.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/canadian-congress-on-disability-inclusion-2023/
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Congress
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230523
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230526
DTSTAMP:20230523T183930Z
CREATED:20230523T183930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230523T183930Z
UID:26857-1684800000-1685059199@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:CNIB Mobile Hub
DESCRIPTION:Our team will be at the CNIB Mobile Hub in the Okanagan from May 23 to May 25 in Kelowna\, Penticton\, and Vernon. \nTuesday May 23: Kelowna at the Rotary Centre for the Arts (421 Cawston Ave)\nWednesday\, May 24: Penticton at the Penticton Trade and Convention Centre (273 Power St)\nThursday\, May 25: Vernon at the Vernon Regional Library (2800 30th Ave)
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/cnib-mobile-hub/
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="CNIB Foundation":MAILTO:cnib.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230519T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230519T150000
DTSTAMP:20230516T172414Z
CREATED:20230516T172414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230516T172414Z
UID:26839-1684501200-1684508400@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Vernon Peer Coffee with Neil Squire Society
DESCRIPTION:Come for coffee\, and meet Mindy Rollins from the Neil Squire Society. She’ll share info on the programs and supports offered by the society — particularly adaptive technology for employment. \nPlease RSVP to Spring at shawes@sci-bc.ca beforehand if you can\, to make sure we can save you a spot!
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/vernon-peer-coffee-with-neil-squire-society/
LOCATION:Starbucks Vernon\, 3703 32 St\, Vernon\, BC\, V1T 9X6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230518T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230518T180000
DTSTAMP:20230516T172603Z
CREATED:20230320T185238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230516T172603Z
UID:26519-1684407600-1684432800@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:ConnecTra's Abilities Expo
DESCRIPTION:ConnecTra Society’s flagship event\, the Abilities Expo brings together exhibitors\, vendors\, resources\, guest speakers\, and more to further enrich the disability community’s well-being and connectedness. \nThe ConnecTra Society’s FREE annual flagship event is back for its 12th year. The theme this year is Adventure Awaits\, so come find out what adventures await you! \nNeil Squire will be in attendance\, with representatives from programs including our employment program\, WorkBC Assistive Technology Services\, and Makers Making Change.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/connectras-abilities-expo/
LOCATION:Roundhouse Community Arts & Recreation Centre\, 181 Roundhouse Mews\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6Z 2W3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Expo,Makers Making Change,WorkBC ATS
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230513
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230515
DTSTAMP:20230308T194004Z
CREATED:20230308T194004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230308T194004Z
UID:26450-1683936000-1684108799@www.neilsquire.ca
SUMMARY:Calgary Maker Faire
DESCRIPTION:Our Makers Making Change team will be at the Calgary Maker Faire. \nMaker Faire is a gathering of fascinating\, curious people who enjoy learning and who love sharing what they can do. From engineers to artists to scientists to crafters\, Maker Faire is a venue for these “makers” to show hobbies\, experiments\, projects.
URL:https://www.neilsquire.ca/event/calgary-maker-faire/
LOCATION:BMO Centre\, 20 Roundup Way SE\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2G 2W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Makers Making Change
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