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Making live performance experiences more accessible
Wavefront Centre expands audio accessibility in live performance venues across Canada using the Bettear app, with support from The Slaight Family Foundation.
Free ASL LINC classes for Deaf and Hard of Hearing newcomers
Free ASL LINC classes in Vancouver help Deaf and hard-of-hearing newcomers build English skills, confidence, and community through Immigrant Services Society of BC.
Wavefront Centre: Celebrating 70 years of creating connection
Since 1956: Breaking barriers, building belonging On February 9, 2026, Wavefront Centre marks 70 years of breaking communication barriers and building connection for people who are Deaf, DeafBlind, and Hard of Hearing. The idea of supporting access for all began in...
Designing a Roadmap for Supporting Barrier-Free Travel Journeys in Canada
In partnership with the Council of Canadians with Disabilities, the Community Research team at the Wavefront Centre for Communication Accessibility has recently entered the next exciting stage of our community-led research work to support accessible transportation...
Wavefront Centre for Communication Accessibility appoints Andrea Bull as Chief Executive Officer
https://youtu.be/T3GUEiCfzt0 Vancouver, BC — October 17, 2025 — The Board of Directors of Wavefront Centre for Communication Accessibility proudly announces the appointment of Andrea Bull as its new Chief Executive Officer. Andrea’s appointment marks a pivotal step in...
Celebrating Seniors’ Appreciation Day at the Vancouver Aquarium
On October 3, 2025, Wavefront Centre for Communication Accessibility’s Better at Home Program hosted a Seniors’ Appreciation Day event in recognition of the International Day of Older Persons, a day to celebrate the contributions of older adults and highlight the...
Experience Every Note: How Wavefront Centre and Bettear Technology Are Transforming Live Events for Hard of Hearing Audiences
Solutions & Sales Manager, Communication Devices Program In the world of music, theatre, and live entertainment, the joy of a shared experience often depends on the ability to fully immerse yourself in the sounds of the performance. For people with hearing loss,...
Access Unlocked: How Virtual On-Demand Interpreting is Transforming Communication in Hospitality
Wavefront Centre for Communication Accessibility and the Holiday Inn Express Metrotown recently partnered on a two-week field test of Virtual On-Demand Interpreting from July 21 to August 1, 2025. This technology allows people who use sign language to communicate with...
Living with hearing loss: Real stories from the community
Starting your hearing health journey can feel overwhelming, especially if you're unsure of what to expect. Because of lingering stigma or outdated ideas about hearing aids, many people delay treatment for 5-7 years, sometimes longer. That said, hearing loss doesn't...
Vancouver Police Department and Wavefront Centre partner to improve accessibility for Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals
Wavefront Centre for Communication Accessibility is proud to announce a new chapter in its partnership with the Vancouver Police Department (VPD) and the Vancouver Police Foundation. Building on the success of the “Communication Tips: How to communicate with Deaf,...