Wavefront Centre for Communication Accessibility

07/24/2025

What does better hearing really sound like?

In our latest blog, real clients share their hearing journeys and how Wavefront Centre supported them with care, compassion, and personalized solutions.

Read the full story: https://ow.ly/gZno50Wtveh

07/23/2025

Calling all kids living with disabilities — CBC Kids News wants to hear from YOU!

Wavefront Centre is excited to share this opportunity from CBC Kids News to help shape more inclusive, representative media for young Canadians.

They’re hosting accessible feedback sessions — both virtually (August 8) and in-person in Toronto (August 13) — and they’re still looking for participants!

Deadline to sign up is TOMORROW, July 24. Register here: https://ow.ly/Pa7c50WukxK

Whether you use ASL, captions, screen readers, or other supports, CBC Kids News is committed to making these sessions fully accessible.

Let’s help amplify the voices of Deaf, DeafBlind, and Hard of Hearing kids — and all kids living with disabilities — so they can see themselves reflected in the stories that matter.

CBC Kids News wants to hear the opinions of kids living with disabilities. Join us for an accessible news feedback session.

07/23/2025

Please note that our Kitsilano office will be closed this Friday, July 25, 2025. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.

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07/23/2025

What do your summer plans look like? We hope you check out a few popular musical theatre shows with Theatre Under the Stars Vancouver

Wavefront Centre is thrilled to share Theatre Under the Stars Vancouver Stanley Park where the popcorn’s hot, the stars are bright, and audio accessibility is available to enjoy at the show! 🌙🦻

If you're hard of hearing, just download the Bettear app and tune in to clear, live audio from your own device. 🎧

▶ More info at: wavefrontcentre.ca/bettear

🎥 This summer’s lineup includes favourites like Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and Legally Blonde and more. Don’t miss out!

07/22/2025

Tech Talk: The Evolution of Hearing Aid Technology is now available on YouTube!

Learn how hearing aid technology is evolving — from Bluetooth streaming and brain-friendly sound processing to all-day battery life.

Hosted by Rebecca Angel, Director of Audiology & Business Transformation, and moderated by Beth Feltner, Manager of Clinical Services, this session explores the latest innovations and how they’re improving everyday life for people with hearing loss.

Thinking about upgrading your hearing aids or exploring options for the first time? This is a great place to start.

▶ Watch now: https://youtu.be/ffk97L_vsmw

Have questions? Call us at 604-736-7391 to book a one-on-one appointment with a clinician.

07/17/2025

Our 2024 Impact Report is here.

Over the past year, Wavefront Centre has continued to break down communication barriers and improve accessibility for Deaf, DeafBlind, and Hard of Hearing individuals in British Columbia and beyond.

From hearing healthcare to accessibility advocacy, this report highlights the people, programs, and progress that shaped our year.

Swipe through to see the highlights — and the impact we made, together.

View the full report: https://wavefrontcentre.ca/why-us/newsletters-and-reports/

07/16/2025

🎶 GIVEAWAY TIME! 🎶

Wavefront Centre for Communication Accessibility is giving YOU a chance to win 2 tickets to the happening this weekend at Jericho Beach Park — July 18–20!

Here’s how to enter:
✅ Follow us
✅ Comment & tag a friend you’d bring!

Are you Hard of Hearing? Let us know in the comments. We’d love for you to try Bettear, an audio accessibility app, available at the Main Stage all weekend long. Experience live music in a whole new way!

🎟 Contest closes Thursday, July 17 at noon PST — winner will be contacted directly.

07/15/2025

🎶 GIVEAWAY TIME! 🎶

Wavefront Centre for Communication Accessibility is giving YOU a chance to win 2 tickets to the Vancouver Folk Music Festival happening this weekend at Jericho Beach Park — July 18–20!

Here's how to enter:
✅ Follow us
✅ Comment & tag a friend you'd bring!

Are you Hard of Hearing? Let us know in the comments. We'd love for you to try Bettear, an audio accessibility app, available at the Main Stage all weekend long. Experience live music in a whole new way!

🎟 Contest closes Thursday, July 17 at noon PST — winner will be contacted directly.

07/08/2025

Wavefront Centre for Communication Accessibility is proud to be driving audio accessibility forward starting in the West and expanding nationwide!

Check out this recent feature by Miss604 spotlighting how venues across Vancouver are making their events more inclusive for individuals hard of hearing with innovative technology like Bettear
🔗 miss604.com/2025/07/audio-accessibility-at-summer-events-around-vancouver

We’re thrilled to be working with amazing partners like:

🎶 Vancouver Folk Music Festival
🏛️ City of Burnaby - Local Government
🎭 Bard on the Beach
🎬 Metro Theatre Vancouver
🌟 Theatre Under the Stars Vancouver

🌍 Our goal? To bring audio accessibility to venues across Canada, making public events and spaces welcoming and inclusive for all.

Interested in making your venue more accessible? Contact us to learn more.

This summer individuals with hearing loss can enjoy clear, high-quality audio at several Metro Vancouver events using an app on their phone

07/03/2025

Where is hearing aid technology heading next?

Think real-time sound optimization, health-tracking sensors, and Auracast™ for crystal-clear public audio streaming.

Tomorrow’s hearing aids will be even more personalized, connected, and brain-friendly. And we’re just getting started.

Learn more and request an appointment at https://ow.ly/Ycm450W4wNb

06/30/2025

Please note that our Kitsilano office is closed today. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.

06/30/2025

Wishing everyone a safe and happy Canada Day! 🍁

Please note that all Wavefront Centre offices will be closed on Tuesday, July 1, 2025 and will reopen with regular hours on Wednesday, July 2, 2025.

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