Ontario Hands & Voices

04/15/2026

Happy National ASL Day from Hands & Voices!

04/14/2026

04/02/2026

Fostering Joy Forum Presents - Rooted in Joy: Identity, Access, and Belonging

Date: Tuesday, April 21st, 2026
Time: 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm MT

https://handsandvoices.org/registrations/fostering-joy-reg.html

What does joy look like in the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (D/HH) experience? Too often, conversations focus on challenges, barriers, or systems. This forum shifts the lens. Together, we will explore the power of joy as told through lived experience—by individuals who are D/HH. Hosted by Hands & Voices, this conversation celebrates identity, connection, growth, and belonging. Through personal stories and shared reflections, this session will highlight everyday moments that make the D/HH journey meaningful and vibrant. Whether you are a chapter leader, family member, professional, or community partner, you are invited to listen, learn, and reflect on how we can intentionally foster joy—in our programs, in our leadership, and in our relationships... Because joy is not an afterthought. It’s foundational.

Presenters: Thomas Horejes, Ph.D. and Heidi Klomhaus

02/25/2026

Today is International Cochlear Implant Day!

We recognize cochlear implants as one of many tools that can support access to sound and language for some deaf and hard of hearing children and adults. At Hands & Voices, we know there’s no one “right” choice—only what works best for each child and family. Today, we’re celebrating informed choice, respect for different paths, and all the ways our community connects and communicates.



Visit https://handsandvoices.org/virtual-waiting-room/parent-resources.html for audiological resources and learn more about cochlear implants.

01/28/2026

We wanted to shout out a wonderful company that has helped us here at Ontario Hands & Voices . GTA accounting has been incredible in helping out our small but mighty Non-Profit submit our taxes. We are so grateful for this wonderful gift. They have done an amazing job and made the whole experience easy and strait forward.

GTA Accounting

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01/11/2026

H&V Fostering Joy and the H&V Military Project Presents:

Fostering Joy: Navigating Military Life with DHH Children
Tuesday, January 20
1:00-2:00pm MT

Presenters: Amanda McGowen - Co-Lead, Board Member
(Coast Guard Spouse) and Nicole Rogers - Board Member (Air Force Spouse, Retired)

Learn more and Register here: https://handsandvoices.org/registrations/fostering-joy-reg.html

01/11/2026

Join us for a special evening session of the O.U.R. Children's Safety Project: Monthly Learning Community for Parents, DHH Leaders and Professionals.

A Teacher's Role in Keeping Kids Safe
Tuesday, January 13th, 2026
6:00pm – 7:00pm MT

Presented by Kristin Grender, Board Certified TVI, Bright Spot /Council for Exceptional Children, Concordia University

Learn more and register here: https://handsandvoices.org/registrations/our/index.html

12/23/2025

Come walk with us January 4th or Donate if you are so inclined.

11/10/2025

We are thrilled to have Alyson Ward, PhD, share from her research on the experience of children with special healthcare needs and deaf/hard of hearing children with bullying. Join us for an update on this important topic and insights into what can be done for prevention and support, as well as policies to support these children. Register for the Nov 11th session (yes, Veteran's Day) here or at the QR code below. https://www.handsandvoices.org/registrations/our/index.html