Sign Languages of Canada Exhibit

Name: Sign Languages of Canada Exhibit
Start: 2023-09-23T09:00:00
End: 2023-09-28T20:00:00

In-person

Deaf & Disability arts Indigenous Intercultural Self-guided

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Date and time

Sat, Sep 23, 2023, 9:00am - 5:00pm

Sun, Sep 24, 2023, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Mon, Sep 25, 2023, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Tue, Sep 26, 2023, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Wed, Sep 27, 2023, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Thu, Sep 28, 2023, 10:00am - 8:00pm

Location

Orillia Public Library

36 Mississaga Street West

Orillia, ON

Access

Free.

Offered in English.

Wheelchair accessible and has gender-neutral washrooms.

About

We are pleased to host a travelling exhibit from the Canadian Language Museum on the Sign Languages of Canada. This exhibit introduces viewers to six Sign Languages used in Canada: American Sign Language, Langue des signes québécoise, Plains Indian Sign Language, Inuit Sign Language, Maritime Sign Language, and Oneida Sign Language. Maps, videos, and illustrations explore the histories and unique characteristics of these different languages.

This exhibit can be viewed during library hours.

Organizer

Orillia Public Library

The Orillia Public Library is a fully accessible community and cultural hub in the downtown; we provide free access to books, magazines, DVDs, downloadable resources, and Internet access. Community members are welcome to participate in a wide variety of programs and events, including storytimes, technology learning opportunities, classes for seniors, and programs for children, teens, and adults ranging in topics from art and trivia to yoga, book clubs and more. We also house a large collection of print material and photos documenting Orillia’s storied past available for in-library use in the Local History Room.