Connect Society

10/08/2026

DeafBlind Expo is taking place on Saturday, June 5, 2027 in Calgary, Alberta! More information to come.

Email: [email protected]

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Image description of the flyer:
Black background. Save the date! An image of two hands touching each other. DeafBlind Expo. Saturday, June 5, 2027. Calgary, Alberta. More information to come soon. Email: [email protected].

10/07/2026

Connect Society is hosting a Family ASL Class for families of Deaf Adult Immigrant Students starting October 17, 2026 to May 22, 2027 on Saturdays at 10:00am-11:30am! Click on the flyer for more details.

Register now: https://connectsociety.org/eforms/family-asl-saturdays-registration/25/

Image Description: Background colours [navy blue and beige]. Connect Society logo and some decorative graphics. 'JOIN US FOR Family ASL' [beige]. 'FREE' [navy blue in a green bubble]. Middle: Graphics of people learning and using sign language, a graphic of a calendar icon that says SAT. 'Introduction to ASL' 'Learn with Other Families' 'Improve Family Communication' 'Saturday Mornings' [navy blue]. Bottom: graphic of tree leaves on the side of the flyer. 'WHO? For families of Deaf Adult Immigrant Students' 'WHAT? Interactive ASL class for hearing family members' 'WHERE? Connect Society 6240 113st T6H 3L2' 'WHEN? October 17th-May 22nd 10:00am-11:30am (Saturdays)' [navy blue]. 'For more information email [email protected]' [navy blue]. Register here and a QR code. Bottom right hand corner ECALA logo.

10/06/2026

Connect Society is hosting a Protactile Gratitude Luncheon on Sunday, November 15, 2026 from 12:00pm-2:00pm at the Calgary Association of the Deaf! This is for DeafBlind community members only. Check out the flyer for more details!

RSVP by emailing [email protected]

Image description of the flyer:
Fall leaves around the borders. Protactile Gratitude Luncheon. Sunday, November 15, 2026. 12:00pm-2:00pm. Calgary Association of the Deaf Common Room #103, 2816-11 Street, Calgary T2E 7S7. Free lunch, fun social, learn Protactile. *for DeafBlind community only* RSVP is required. Email: [email protected]. Connect Society logo.

09/22/2026

With fall just around the corner we all know it means celebration of the International Day of Sign Languages is upon us.

Join us on September 23rd, with the Deaf flag raising ceremony at the City Hall Plaza then again in the evening to watch the Calgary Tower light up in blue!

Commemorating the global celebration of our beloved sign languages. More details are in the flyer.

Any questions or concerns, kindly do reach out to us @ [email protected]

Hope to see you all there ✨

09/18/2026

Connect Society is hosting an Open House and Family Meet & Greet for the Early Intervention Program on Wednesday, September 23 from 10:00am-11:30am! Check out the flyer for more details.

RSVP now! https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=WNdhivOPFUOsD6rG_nQxhFqX2czBTYVHgp6VGarCpoxUQU9NNjROWEFXWEdZMzAzOEtaOUpZMTRIUS4u&route=shorturl

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Image Description: Background color black and navy blue. Top: Connect Society logo. 'Early Intervention Program' [white]. A picture of a welcome sign with a sunflower. A picture of toddlers playing. 'OPEN HOUSE AND FAMILY MEET & GREET [green]' Wednesday September 23rd 10:00am - 11:30am [navy blue]. Middle: Bullet point list Meet other parents and children in the program. Connect with the Early Intervention team. Play and enjoy activities and fall-themed fun for little ones Light snacks and refreshments will be provided. Siblings welcome! [navy blue]' 'To register, scan the QR code below or visit registration link [white]' QR code. Bottom: navy blue text in green rectangles with rounded corners. 'Location: Connect Society, 6240 113 STreet Edmonton, AB T6H 3L2 For more information contact: [email protected] [navy blue]'

09/17/2026

Connect Society is hosting an in-person Deaf Newcomers ASL/English Class on Fridays from 10am-1pm starting October 2, 2026 to June 4, 2027! Check out the ASL video and flyer for more details.

Register now! https://connectsociety.org/eforms/deaf-newcomers-asl-english-in-person-class-registration/19/
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Video Description: Blue background. Connect Society logo top left corner. A person wearing a button up shirt that's blue and white polka dots. Using American Sign Language.

Video Transcript: Hello! My name is Rouzbeh and this is my sign name. I'm a Deaf teacher. Connect Society is excited to inform you about an in-person class for Deaf Newcomers to Canada. This class is starting on Friday, October 2, 2026 to Friday, June 4, 2027. This class is taking place every Friday from 10am-1pm. Students in this class will learn ASL and English. I will support the students achieve their individual goals every step of the way! There is no cost for this class, it's FREE. It's a great opportunity for Deaf people to come and register for this class! If you want more information contact the Program Manager, Marilyn, at [email protected]. See you soon, bye!

Image Description: Background color [light blue]. Top: Connect Society logo. ECALA logo. Picture of posters with ASL letters and books on a table. Middle: 'Deaf Newcomers ASL/English Class [white]' 'In-Person Class [white]' Bottom: 'When: October 2, 2026 - June 4, 2027 (Fridays 10:00am-1:00pm) [navy blue]' 'Where: 6240 113 Street Edmonton, AB T6H 3L2 [navy blue]' 'Our Class Offers: Personalized Learning, ASL and English Practice, Experience Instructor, FREE! No extra costs [navy blue with red and white check marks]. QR Code. 'Register Here' [Red]. 'Need more information? email [email protected] [navy blue]'

09/14/2026

Hands Across Alberta: A Deaf Cultural Celebration event is happening in Calgary on September 26, 2026 at the Calgary Association of the Deaf. Watch the ASL video or check out the flyer for more details!

RSVP Now! https://www.jotform.com/form/262527325237053

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Image Description: Light blue background. International Week of Deaf People. Hands Across Alberta: A Deaf Cultural Celebration. Saturday, September 26th, 2026 from 1pm to 6pm. Calgary Association of the Deaf (CAD) Common Room #103, 2816-11 Street NE, Calgary, AB T2E 7S7. Opening Ceremony (1pm to 4pm) Celebrating World Federation of the Deaf’s 75th Anniversary, A Journey Through Sign Languages, CAD History, Demystifying Deaf Culture & Community, Cake Cutting Celebration *ASL/English Interpretation will be provided* Movie (4pm to 6pm) “Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire” *Special tribute to Deaf actress, Kaylee Hottle” Free Popcorn (while quantities last). Free Admission! Everyone is welcome! Limited Spaces - RSVP is required. https://www.jotform.com/form/262527325237053 or Scan QR code. For information: [email protected]. For accessibility services: [email protected]. Four logos at the bottom: International Week of Deaf People 2026, Calgary Association of the Deaf, Connect Society, and Government of Alberta.

Video Description: A woman with long brown hair, wearing a black shirt, is signing with a blue background.
Transcript:
Hello! Connect Society is excited to announce that we have partnered with Calgary Association of the Deaf (CAD) with a special grant funding from the Government of Alberta to host an event called “Hands Across Alberta: A Deaf Cultural Celebration” on Saturday, September 26th from 1pm to 6pm at CAD Common Room to celebrate the International Week of Deaf People. There will be presentations, a movie, cake, and popcorn. The event is free and open to the public. Everyone is welcome to attend. RSVP is required due to limited spaces. Thank you!

09/14/2026

09/11/2026

Hands Across Alberta: A Deaf Cultural Celebration event is happening in Edmonton on September 27, 2026 at the Edmonton Association of the Deaf. Watch the ASL video or check out the flyer for more details!

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Image Description: Light blue background. International Week of Deaf People. Hands Across Alberta: A Deaf Cultural Celebration. Sunday, September 27th, 2026 from 1pm to 6pm. Edmonton Association of the Deaf Community Centre, 11404-142 Street, Edmonton, AB T5M 1V1. Opening Ceremony (1pm to 4pm) Celebrating World Federation of the Deaf’s 75th Anniversary, A Journey Through Sign Languages, Demystifying Deaf Culture & Community, Cake Cutting Celebration *ASL/English Interpretation will be provided* Movie (4pm to 6pm) “Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire” *Special tribute to Deaf actress, Kaylee Hottle” Free Popcorn (while quantities last), Handtalk Bar will be open. Free Admission. Everyone is welcome! For information: [email protected]. For accessibility services: [email protected]. Four logos at the bottom: International Week of Deaf People 2026, Edmonton Association of the Deaf, Connect Society, and Government of Alberta.

Video Description: A woman with long brown hair, wearing a black shirt, is signing with a blue background.

Transcript: Hello! Connect Society is excited to announce that we have partnered with Edmonton Association of the Deaf (EAD) with a special grant funding from the Government of Alberta to host an event called “Hands Across Alberta: A Deaf Cultural Celebration” on Sunday, September 27th from 1pm to 6pm at EADCC to celebrate the International Week of Deaf People. There will be presentations, a movie, cake, and popcorn. The event is free and open to the public. Everyone is welcome to attend. Thank you!

09/10/2026

Reminder that the Job & Volunteer fair is tonight at Connect Society from 6:30pm-8:00pm!

We are having a Job & Volunteer Fair on Thursday, September 10, 2026 from 6:30pm-8:00pm at Connect Society! The Literacy program is looking for Deaf instructors, bring your resumes! More information to come...

Image Description: background color [white and navy blue panel on the left hand side]. An image of an instructor pointing at a screen and students looking towards the board.
TOP: Connect Society logo. 'JOB & VOLUNTEER FAIR' [green] 'Open Job Positions' [navy blue oval with white text] 'Looking for Deaf instructors for the Literacy Program! Bring your resume! More info to come...' [black text]
MIDDLE: 'Volunteer Opportunities' [navy blue oval with white text]. 'Everyone welcome!' [black text]
BOTTOM: Location icon. '6240 113 Street Edmonton, AB T6H 3L2' [black text] Calendar icon. 'Thursday, September 10, 2026 6:30pm-8:00pm' [black text] 'Questions? email [email protected]' [green oval with white text]