BC Deaf Sports Federation

10/01/2026

4 BC athletes are on the Canada Team! Support and cheer them on!

With the Winter Deaflympics just months away in Austria, 28 Canadian athletes are preparing to represent their country across four sports: cross-country skiing, curling and ice hockey. But without the funding needed to get them there, their participation is far from guaranteed.

CTV News takes a closer look at the financial challenges facing Deaf sport in Canada, and what’s at stake for our athletes.

👉 Read the full story online: Team Canada’s participation at Deaflympics at risk

Your support matters. Victory is in your hands. Donate now : bit.ly/deaflympics27

10/01/2026

Come out & Support!

Burger & B**r Fundraiser
for BC Darts Teams - Men and Women

They will be representing BC on November 6 and 7 at Canadian Deaf Darts 2026!

October 17, 2026
5 PM
Rusty's Pub, 101-17770 Highway 10, Cloverdale, BC.

$30 per ticket.

Includes a hamburger, veggie burger or chicken burger, fries, and one beverage. Non-alcoholic options available.

Raffle baskets, w**e baskets, surprise items, and a 50/50 draw.

Only 100 tickets available.

DM Mark Tarchuk or text 604-329-3999 for tickets. 🎯

10/01/2026

GVAD is sharing this information:
Come out and have some fun at the GVDBC 10 Pin Deaf Bowling League 2026-2027!

Anyone who is Deaf or Hard of Hearing is welcome. We accept teams of 3 or more bowlers and a minimum of 9 bowlers to run the league.

We will bowl three games each month on the following Mondays from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM. The cost is $11.50 per session for three games, payable before each session. Bowlers are required to pay $11.50 directly to Zone Bowling by debit or credit card only. No cash accepted. The league will run for 6 months, with the final playoffs on February 15, 2027.

The schedule is as follows:
*September 21, 2026
*October 5 and October 19, 2026
*November 2, November 16, and November 30, 2026
*December 14, 2026 (Xmas Celebration)
*January 4 and January 18, 2027
* February 1, 2027

Please join us for a short meeting on Monday, September 21st at 10:00 AM before our first set of games at Zone Bowling, 228 Schoolhouse St, Coquitlam, Unit 16, Coquitlam, BC.

Please call or email us and reserve your spot as soon as possible, even if you cannot attend the September 21st session, if you will not be able to come this day.

Each bowler shall pay $15.00 for GDVBC membership due before October 19th, 2026, and $50.00 before October 19th, 2026, to GDVBC treasurer for playoff cash prizes.

We will have many exciting events!
Provincial 10 Pin Deaf Bowling Playdown
National Deaf Championships
Travelling to USA for Northwest Bowling Association of the Deaf (NWBAD) tournament in March/April.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact:
Jeanne Durnion (President) [email protected]
Lynda Milton (Vice President) [email protected]

02/19/2026

See our updated video about Canada Deaf Games 2026 Registration Process!

Canada Deaf Games 2026: https://assc-cdsa.com/en/event/2026-canada-deaf-games/

https://youtu.be/jg3KtCundew?si=rLEF0V5PW3OOLrUt

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01/16/2026

WE ARE HIRING: Chef de Mission – Team BC 🏔️🏅

Are you a leader passionate about Deaf sports? The BC Deaf Sports Federation (BCDSF) is looking for a Chef de Mission to lead our delegation to the 2026 Canada Deaf Games in Edmonton!

📍 Where: Edmonton, AB (Traveling with the team!)
📅 Dates: June 14–21, 2026
🤟 Requirement: Fluency in ASL
🩹 Asset: First Aid experience/certification
🚫 Note: To ensure full focus on leadership, the Chef de Mission cannot participate as an athlete in any sports during these Games.

As the "Head of Mission," you will be the primary spokesperson and mentor for BC's athletes and coaches.

📧 How to Apply: Send your resume and a cover letter to [email protected] with Email Subject Line: Chef de Mission - CDG 2026.