ALDA Ontario

10/22/2026

October 18-24 is Invisible Disabilities Week in Canada. 💡

Invisible disabilities are physical, mental, or neurological conditions that affect a person's daily life but may not be visible to others. Examples include chronic pain, brain injuries, hearing impairments, and mental health conditions.

People living with invisible disabilities may face misunderstandings, judgement, or assumptions based on what others can see. These experiences remind us of the importance of challenging stereotypes, listening without judgement, and recognizing that disability doesn't always have visible signs.

This , we encourage everyone to learn more, build understanding, and help foster communities where people feel valued, supported, and included.

Not all disabilities are visible, but every person deserves to be understood, respected, and included. 💚

10/19/2026

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Scholarship Committee Recruitment

The Canadian Hard of Hearing Association (CHHA) National is seeking volunteers to join our Scholarship Committee. Are you interested in helping students with hearing loss achieve their educational goals? This is a rewarding opportunity to support the next generation of learners and contribute to the success of our scholarship program.

✨What it involves
As a Scholarship Committee volunteer, you will:
Participate in the final applicant selection process between April and July (depending on the number of applications).
Review the scholarship application form and supporting documentation (as CHHA begins the next scholarship season).
Provide input and recommendations regarding the CHHA Scholarship Program.
Support ongoing improvements to the scholarship program.
✨Requirements
Internet
Computer, laptop, tablet, or smartphone
✨Assets (not required)
Ability to use SharePoint (internet-based file sharing program)
Experience with Microsoft Excel
Bilingual
How to apply

Please send an email outlining your interest in the position and why you would be a good fit for the Scholarship Committee to:
[email protected]
Thank you to all interested applicants for supporting students with hearing loss and advancing educational opportunities through the CHHA Scholarship Program.

10/14/2026

Sharing an online event Monday Oct 26th CART and ASL provided. Pls share . It’s important to reach out.

10/13/2026

The Association of Late Deafened Adults brought their national convention to a close Sunday Oct 11th in Williamsburg VA. The Con starts with a welcome party then 3 days of workshops and speakers and many meals included. Saturday night finale with karaoke ALDA style then farewell breakfast Sunday morning. 2027 ALDACON location was announced Fri night and it will be Naperville IL. Just sharing a few highlights here. The highest award given is the I. king Jordan award . The 2026 winner was John Kinstler and presented by Jordan himself. Go to ALDA INC or ALDA.org for more information on the awards and ALDACON.

10/02/2026

ALDA Ontario attended the 10th Anniversary of Canada VRS Sept 26th at the National Art Centre in Ottawa. I was most fortunate to speak with the Vicky Eateries the CEO from the CRTC - Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission and she has connected me to Director Nanao Kachi for further conversation about cellular and home phone accessibility.
All oral deaf Canadians should be requesting their phone companies for captioned phone services similar to CapTel and Hamilton CAPTEL large screen home phones or cellular apps such as INNO Ryo cellular caption apps.
Have a look at what we are missing in Canada . I will share YouTube videos for you to see. Theses companies will be at ALDACON next week.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oLi5VUPHNys
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oLi5VUPHNys
For low vision https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HnzK2Nqr52U

09/29/2026

Sharing some Canadian resources here.

A guide to disability rights, provincial support programs, and financial aid across Canada, plus where to turn when you need mental health help.