Hear Entendre Québec

Hear Entendre Québec Hear Québec is the only non-profit registered charity serving the anglophone community affected by hearing loss in Québec.

Making the most of the hearing we have is at the very core of everything we do.

Accessibility starts with communication 💛 During National Accessibility Week, we're reminded that accessibility doesn't ...
06/02/2026

Accessibility starts with communication 💛

During National Accessibility Week, we're reminded that accessibility doesn't only happen through ramps, policies, or infrastructure.

It also happens in the everyday moments were people connect, participate, and communicate.

For many people with hearing loss, communication accessibility can shape whether a conversation feels inclusive or isolating.

It can look like:
-Trying to follow overlapping voice in a group conversation
- Missing important information during a meeting or appointment
- Relying on guesswork to stay included
- Feeling exhausted from constantly truing to keep up.

These barriers are often invisible to others, but they can have a real impact on participation, confidence, and connection.

That's why communication accessibility matters.

Using captions, reducing background noise, facing someone while speaking, or sharing information in accessible ways may seems small, but these changes can make a meaningful difference.

Because accessibility starts with communication, and communication is where inclusion begins.

Most communication challenges don't come from a lack of effort, they come from the environment we're in and the assumpti...
05/28/2026

Most communication challenges don't come from a lack of effort, they come from the environment we're in and the assumptions we make about how understanding should happen.

Think about a restaurant where the background noise slowly starts to take over the conversation. You're still talking, still engaged, but pieces of the discussion begin to slip away. Or a moment where someone didn't catch what was said, and the response is to repeat it exactly the same way, just louder...When what actually helps is different wording, not more volume.

Or even something as simple as watching a video or joining a meeting and realizing halfway through that you're working harder than others just to keep up.

These moments are common, but they're also adjustable.

Accessibility doesn't always require big changes. Sometimes it's small intentional shifts that make communication easier, clearer, and less exhausting for eveyone involved.

Here are 3 simple hearing hacks you can use everyday to help reduce effort and improve understanding in everyday situations.

Because better communication often starts with changing how we approach it, not just how loudly we say it.

We tend to picture hearing loss in a very specific way.Maybe it's an older adult wearing visible hearing aids. Maybe it'...
05/25/2026

We tend to picture hearing loss in a very specific way.

Maybe it's an older adult wearing visible hearing aids. Maybe it's someone who immediately asks for repetition or clearly identifies their hearing loss.

But in reality, hearing loss doesn't always look like what you'd expect.

It can look different across ages, experiences, and communication needs.

It can be managed through hearing aids, cochlear implants, captioning, lip reading, communication startegies, or a combination of these. And sometimes, it's not visible at all.

That means many people are navigating conversations, workplaces, social spaces, and daily life without others realizing they need support or adjustments.

And when we rely on assumptions about what hearing "should look" like, we can unintentionally miss opportunities to communicate more clearly and inclusively.

Accessibility starts with awareness, and awareness starts with letting go of the idea that you can always see it.

Because hearing loss doesn't always look like what you'd expect.

Hearing loss is often talked about in terms of sound. But for many people, it's also about energy, confidence, connectio...
05/21/2026

Hearing loss is often talked about in terms of sound.

But for many people, it's also about energy, confidence, connection, and the effort it takes to keep up with everyday conversations.

Sometimes the hardest part isn't hearing, it's constantly trying to fill in the gaps.

It can look like:
-Smiling and nodding when you missed something
-Avoiding noisy enviornments
-Feeling exhausted after social gatherings
-Pretending everything is fine
-Slowly pulling back from conversation that once felt easy

And because hearing loss is often invisible, many people don't realize how much effort is happening behind the scenes.

That's why awareness and accessibility matter.

Small changes; patience, captions, clearer communication, reducing background noise, can make a meaningful difference in helping people feel included and connected.

Sometimes the best support comes from someone who truly understands. Through Hear Quebec's Include ME Program, Accessibi...
05/19/2026

Sometimes the best support comes from someone who truly understands.

Through Hear Quebec's Include ME Program, Accessibility Ambassadors help support individuals navigating hearing loss, communication barriers, and accessibility challenges in everyday life.

This can include:
- Helping individuals feel more comfortable using assistive listening devices
- Supporting members with amplified phones are adapted TV devices
- Offering guidance, encouragement, and peer-based support
- Helping people feel more connected and confident in their daily lives

And don't worry, training and support are provided.

We're not looking for perfection. We're looking for people who are patient, approachable, compassionate and interested in helping others feel supported and included.

Often, lived experience and a willingness to help can make a meaningful difference.

If you've ever wanted to give back to the community in a supportive and approachable way, becoming an Accessibility Ambassador could be a great fit.

Interested in learning more?

📞438-380-4327
📩info@hearhear.org

As many gather with family and friends this long weekend, we also want to gently remind our community that small communi...
05/15/2026

As many gather with family and friends this long weekend, we also want to gently remind our community that small communication changes can help everyone feel more included. 💛

Reducing background noise, speaking clearly, and making sure everyone can follow the conversation can make gatherings more accessible and enjoyable for people living with hearing loss.

Please note that the Hear Quebec office will be closed on Monday, May 18, 2026 for Victoria Day.

We will reopen and resume regular operations on Tuesday, May 19.

Wishing everyone a safe, relaxing, and connected long weekend.

Sometimes awareness begins with one conversation. After a recent Hear Quebec outreach presentation, one participant shar...
05/14/2026

Sometimes awareness begins with one conversation.

After a recent Hear Quebec outreach presentation, one participant shared that the session changed how they understand hearing loss.

Before attending, they hadn't fully realized the everyday impact hearing loss can have, from communication challenges to fatigue, and feeling left out.

But with greater understanding came something even more meainigul: empathy

They later had a deeper conversation with a family member about their own hearing journey, one they may not have had otherwise.

That is why outreach matters.

Because when people better understand hearing loss, they communicate differently, support differently, and connect differently.

Interested in bring a Hear Quebec presentation to your workplace, community group, school or organization? We'd love to hear from you.

Sometimes the most meaningful part of a HEARTalk happens after the presentation ends. Following our recent Aging Well wi...
05/13/2026

Sometimes the most meaningful part of a HEARTalk happens after the presentation ends.

Following our recent Aging Well with Hearing Loss, members stayed to connect over lunch, ask questions, hare experiences, and receive one-on-one support from staff.

These moments matter.

Because living with hearing loss isn't only about information, it's also about community, feeling understood, and knowing you're not navigating things alone.

A big thank you to everyone who joined us, participated in the discussion, and helped create such a warm and welcoming atmosphere. And thank you to our guest audiologist for leading and engaging and informative session on hearing health, communication, and aging well.

At Hear Québec, HEARTalks are more than presentations, they're spaces to learn, connect, and support one another. 💛

Interested in joining a future HEARTalk? Stay tuned for upcoming events and community programming.

Growing older brings change, but losing connection doesn't have to be one of them. Many people think hearing loss is sim...
04/30/2026

Growing older brings change, but losing connection doesn't have to be one of them.

Many people think hearing loss is simply about sound but it can also affect communication, confidence, social connection, and overall well-being. The good news? There are ways to stay informed, supported, and empowered.

Join us for our upcoming May HEARTalk: Aging Well with Hearing Loss, led by a licensed audiologist.

This special session will explore how hearing health can support healthy, independent aging and help you stay connected to the people and moments that matter most.

Whether you're experiencing hearing loss yourself, supporting a loved on, or simply looking to learn more, this HEARTalk is open to all.

Creating an accessible event doesn't happen by chance, it happens through planning, partnership, and a commitment to mak...
04/29/2026

Creating an accessible event doesn't happen by chance, it happens through planning, partnership, and a commitment to making sure everyone can fully participate.

We were proud to support the Résonance Montréal 75th Anniversary Alumni Event by helping build accessibility into the experience from the ground up.

Together, we helped make the event more inclusive through:
-Live captioning
- AI captioning
- ASL interpretation
- Augmented sound through a DM system
-Accessibility planning and on-site coordination

A special thank you to the West Island Music Academy for their support with audio expertise and equipment, helping strengthen the listening experience for attendees.

Because when accessibility is considered from the start, more people can connect, engage, and feel welcome.

Seeing this event come to life was a reminder that inclusive spaces are possible, and powerful.

Through Hear Quebec's Consult ME program, we can help make your next event even more accessible too.

Whether you need:
-Equipment rentals
-Captioning solutions
-Accessibility guidance
- Full event coordination and planning through an accessibility lens

We're here to help.
📞438-380-4327
📩info@hearhear.org

Let's create events where everyone belongs

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