Manitoba Deaf Association - MDA

04/04/2026

ILRC will host its 2026 Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Thursday, June 18th at 12:00 pm. Please join us at our downtown office (100-167 Lombard Avenue) to celebrate and recognize milestones, successes and future challenges. A general report on ILRC's programs will be followed by light refreshments and the opportunity to connect.

For more information and/or to register (live streaming on Zoom also available) please contact ILRC:

phone: 204 947-0194
email: [email protected]

Hope to see you there!

04/04/2026

03/05/2026

DCM 50th anniversary Gala

03/04/2026

02/26/2026

good news!!!

01/28/2026

Manitoba Deaf Association Hosts

Town Hall on Discussion Papers of The Sign Languages Recognition Act (Bill 6)

Purpose:
Explanatory Note:The Sign Languages Recognition Act recognizes sign languages as the primary languages of
communication for the Deaf and Deaf-Blind communities in Manitoba.
Recommendations on discussion papers for the members of Manitoba Legislative Assembly (MLA)
Write the letters of support on Bill 6 to MLA members
Email any comments regarding Deaf persons’ needs and rights of Sign languages to MLA members

Meeting in person:
When: Thursday, February 19, 2026
Time: 6 pm - 8 pm
Where: Affleck Room and Fiola Room, DCM Building, 285 Pembina Hwy.

OR

Zoom meeting:
When: Saturday, February 21, 2026
Time: 1 pm - 3 pm
Zoom link will be sent on Friday February 20, 2026

Please RSVP with Doug Momotiuk at [email protected] if you need any assistance for ASL interpreters,
notetakers or interpreters for Deafblind persons. Also register for Zoom.

Thanks/Miigwech
MDA Board

01/26/2026

We are very sad to share that we have had to cancel the Manitoba Deaf Expo for 2026.

This was not an easy decision, and we truly thank everyone for your understanding and support.

Looking ahead, we are looking for someone interested in becoming the Chairperson for the Manitoba Deaf Expo next year. If you enjoy working with the community and helping plan events, we would love to hear from you!

Please feel free to message Kayle Miller or email [email protected] if you are interested or would like more information.

Thank you to our amazing Deaf community for always supporting us

01/26/2026

Hello everybody,

Manitoba Deaf Community would like to share an event invitation with you and your network. We kindly ask that you share this information with your members, contacts, and communities to help spread awareness.

IMPORTANT NOTE: This event is led by various people from Deaf community, not in any way affiliated with any of Deaf organizations in Manitoba.

Event: Language Deprivation Awareness Town Hall – Manitoba
Date: Sunday, February 1, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: 285 Pembina Highway, Winnipeg, MB

ASL Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sXb7bXY8Ty4
Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1152939523343166

Event Description:
🌱 What happens when a child’s brain doesn’t get language in time?
Imagine a garden that never got water when it needed it most.

That’s what language deprivation looks like — and it’s entirely preventable.

This video explains language deprivation in a simple, powerful way and why early access to ASL is not optional — it’s essential for healthy brain development, emotional regulation, and lifelong learning.

This isn’t about deafness.

It’s about language access and human rights.

📍 If you care about Deaf children in Manitoba — whether you’re Deaf, a parent, a professional, or an ally — this conversation matters.
👉 Watch the video: https://youtu.be/sXb7bXY8Ty4?si=ET5pOjvPmGJeHp4h
👉 Join us at the Deaf-led Town Hall
🗓 Sunday, Feb 1, 2026 | 10 AM – 12 PM
📍 Deaf Centre Manitoba – 285 Pembina Hwy
☕ Light snacks provided

Let’s come together to protect our children’s language rights and prevent language deprivation — before it’s too late.

This event will be interpreted. Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and hearing parents/guardians of D/HH children are welcome, as well as ASL interpreters and community members.

Thank you for helping us share this important event.

Sincerely,
Manitoba Deaf Community

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01/11/2026

This video explains Manitoba Law Bill 6 in a clear and easy-to-understand way. Please watch and learn more. Thank you.

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