Message from
CHHA National Executive Director
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Greetings!
2023 has kicked off to a great start at the National Office with several programs from 2022 working through to a successful completion and new and exciting ones just beginning to be launched.
As we move through the last year of our current strategic plan, focused on creating a more efficient and results-oriented operating structure, diversifying our resources and revenue streams, and expanding our reach and engagement, we are inspired by the progress we have made, and, even more so, by the tremendous number of opportunities that lie ahead. In particular, we are excited about the several new partnerships and expanding collaborations that we are building with post secondary institutions, government departments and private sector businesses to bring more resources to better serve our members and to generate a greater impact for the hard of hearing community across Canada.
“Coming together is a beginning, staying together is progress, and working together is success.” -Henry Ford
Sincerely,
Richard Plummer
CHHA National Executive Director
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National Office Staffing Updates |
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Morgan Reid (she/her) is our new Manager of Communications & Administration with the Canadian Hard of Hearing Association (CHHA). She supports the CHHA national team and the Accessible Navigation to Employment (ANTE) program. Through her previous work in the public health and NFP sectors, Morgan brings a wealth of experience in corporate communications strategy, social media strategy and development, digital marketing, project implementation, and stakeholder engagement to this role.
Morgan is passionate about accessibility and inclusive communication. She believes in the strength of community and problem solving through a person-centered lens. She believes strongly in the power that language holds and is an advocate for the adoption of best practices in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in all communications, programs and services. Morgan is looking forward to using her skills and passion to serve CHHA in its vision to inspire and empower Canadians impacted by hearing loss.
Welcome Morgan!
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2023 CHHA Conference: You're invited |
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Stay tuned for more information and registration details. |
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CHHA Scholarships are Open! |
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The Canadian Hard of Hearing Association Scholarship Program was established in 2002. This Program is supported by donations of the members of the Canadian Hard of Hearing Association (CHHA), CHHA Networks (CHHA-North Shore, CHHA-Newfoundland & Labrador, CHHA-YAN), Doreen Laszlo (spouse of Dr. Charles Laszlo) and the Estate of Helen Allen Stacey.
We encourage applicants to review the eligibility criteria before applying to the CHHA Scholarship Program. You can learn more here.
The deadline for applications is on or before April 20, 2023.
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Get In the Hearing Loop! | Our Impact |
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1st United Church - Salmon Arm, BC.
1st United Church / Salmon Arm is one of the largest and, likely, the most community-active churches in the North Okanagan. Auris Loops successfully installed hearing loops, initially in their sanctuary, and a year later in their multi-purpose hall.
Auris Loops has a proven track record of having installed over 100 hearing loops in the Okanagan (with Salmon Arm being the most densely looped area in Canada). This installation was a major job that required multiple meetings, liaison and preparation with church leadership and church technical managers...
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CHHA-Sudbury Ultimate Dream Home Winner |
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Lappa, John. "Kim Scott and Josh Corbett draw winning ticket". Photograph. 2023. The Sudbury Star, Link (accessed February 24, 2023).
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The draw for the Canadian Hard of Hearing Association Ultimate Dream Home was held in Sudbury, Ont. on Wednesday February 8, 2023.
Dawn Boucher, of Swastika, Ontario, is the grand prize winner of the house, car and furnishing valued at almost $900,000. The cash option is $650,000 plus car and furnishings.
The 50/50 winner of $238,000 is Todd Burlington of Greater Sudbury.
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Shop the CHHA e-store for accessible communication & hearing solution products, services, and resources!
CHHA members can obtain
10% or more off
purchases in the CHHA E-store by using a discount code.
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Procurement Assistance Canada Webinar 3: Supplying Professional Services |
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The Canadian Hard of Hearing Association has partnered with Procurement Assistance Canada to improve access, equal opportunity, and knowledge about procurement opportunities for business owners and organizations from diverse communities, including those with disabilities.
If you own a social enterprise, small business, or are part of a not-for-profit association with services or programs to sell to the government, then we encourage you to join our 3-part webinar series.
The third webinar provides key information to help you bid on Professional Services opportunities, including:
The procurement tools a Government of Canada buyer may use for purchasing professional services, including:
* ProServices
* Task and Solutions Professional Services (TSPS)
* Task and Solutions-Based Informatics Professional Services (TBIPS/SBIPS)
* Learning Services
* How to register your business in Centralized Professional Services System (CPSS) ePortal and SELECT
* Key contacts
March 9, 2023, 1pm ET
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Are you committed to building an accessible Canada through a disability inclusion and equity lens? |
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We are seeking 8 to 10 Advisory Council members who want to create change and have a positive impact towards a more inclusive labour market.
We require the perspective of senior leaders from private business or public organizations that have an interest in making their places of work more accessible and inclusive.
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Thank You to our 2022 Donors! |
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How are You Recognizing World Hearing Day? |
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World Hearing Day 2023 on March 3rd will highlight the importance of integrating ear and hearing care within primary care, as an essential component of universal health coverage
According to the World Health Organization:
- Ear and hearing problems are among the most common problems encountered in the community.
- Over 60% of these can be identified and addressed at the primary level of care.
- Integration of ear and hearing care into primary care services is possible through training and capacity building at this level.
- Such integration will benefit people and help countries move towards the goal of universal health coverage.
How will you be recognizing this day? Please send events and activities to info@chha.ca.
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