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Deaf and hard of hearing recreation pilot program

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Project background:

Regional Council approved an 18-month pilot program to offer sign language, interpreter services as well as to include more technology specifically designed for the Deaf and hard of hearing within municipal recreation programs.

Project timeline – current phase:

Parks & Recreation is currently working to establish program guidelines and are looking for feedback from the public to gather information about the following topics:

  • which programs are services people who are Deaf or hard of hearing are hoping to access
  • the best and easiest way for the public to request interpreter services
  • training for front line recreation staff
  • communication plans that met the needs of the Deaf community

Once public feedback is gathered and program guidelines are established, a focus group of dedicated Deaf and hard of hearing community members will be created. The group would be comprised on individuals that are able to commit to meet on a few occasions during the 18-month pilot program, to ensure that it continues to meet the needs of the community.

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Next steps: Establish a focus group

Once public feedback is gathered and program guidelines are established, a focus group of dedicated Deaf and hard of hearing community


Learn more about the pilot project at halifax.ca/DHHPilot.


Project background:

Regional Council approved an 18-month pilot program to offer sign language, interpreter services as well as to include more technology specifically designed for the Deaf and hard of hearing within municipal recreation programs.

Project timeline – current phase:

Parks & Recreation is currently working to establish program guidelines and are looking for feedback from the public to gather information about the following topics:

  • which programs are services people who are Deaf or hard of hearing are hoping to access
  • the best and easiest way for the public to request interpreter services
  • training for front line recreation staff
  • communication plans that met the needs of the Deaf community

Once public feedback is gathered and program guidelines are established, a focus group of dedicated Deaf and hard of hearing community members will be created. The group would be comprised on individuals that are able to commit to meet on a few occasions during the 18-month pilot program, to ensure that it continues to meet the needs of the community.

________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Next steps: Establish a focus group

Once public feedback is gathered and program guidelines are established, a focus group of dedicated Deaf and hard of hearing community


Learn more about the pilot project at halifax.ca/DHHPilot.


  • Deaf & hard of hearing recreation pilot program survey

    Privacy Statement:

    In accordance with Section 485 of the Municipal Government Act (MGA), any personal information collected in this survey will only be used by municipal staff and, if necessary, individuals under service contract with the Halifax Regional Municipality for purposes relating to the Deaf & Hard of Hearing Recreation Pilot Program and the information will not be presented or compiled in a manner that could potentially identify any respondent.

    If you have any questions about this form/survey, please call 311 or email contactus@311.halifax.ca.

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    This survey should take approximately 10-15 minutes to complete. The deadline for completing this survey is September 30, 2024. Responses will be kept strictly confidential and the results of the survey will not be used in any way that will allow anyone to identify you or your responses. Your participation is voluntary and you can discontinue your participation at any time.

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