40 Years of Impact: Come Celebrate With Us This June

Written by Austin Cozicar on May 16, 2024. Posted in News

We are thrilled to announce that our organization is celebrating its 40th anniversary this coming June.

Four decades of technology, knowledge, and passion. From humble beginnings to impactful programs, we’ve come a long way, thanks to your unwavering support.

Please join us in commemorating this milestone throughout the month of June by celebrating with us at one of our free regional events across Canada taking place in Burnaby, Regina, Ottawa, Fredericton, and Calgary. Details are below for each event.

Thank you for being part of our journey. Here’s to the next 40 years!

#40YearsOfImpact

A man smiles playing the guitar, with the Neil Squire 40th anniversary logo in the corner. Text: "Burnaby: You're Invited! 40th Anniversary Party in the Parking Lot. June 7th 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm, Neil Squire Burnaby Office."

Burnaby: We’d like you — our participants, volunteers, donors, partners, and friends, past and present — to join us for a lively afternoon celebration at our head office in Burnaby for our: 40th Anniversary Party in the Parking Lot.

When: Friday, June 7th from 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Where: Neil Squire Burnaby Office Parking Lot, 3999 Henning Drive, Burnaby, BC

Meet our staff, tour our facilities, demo some cool assistive technology, participate in fun activities, and mingle with friends, all while enjoying a free barbecue and live music.

RSVP: Please RSVP via our Eventbrite page

Neil Squire staff make hot dogs, with the Neil Squire 40th anniversary logo in the corner. Text: "Regina: You're Invited! 40th Anniversary Barbecue. June 7th 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, Neil Squire Regina Office."

Regina: Please join us for free hot dogs, drinks and chips at our 40th Anniversary Barbecue being held on June 19th. The whole community is invited!

When: Wednesday, June 19th from 10:00am to 2:00pm
Where: Neil Squire Regina Office Parking Lot on the North East corner of Broad Street & 8th Avenue, Regina, SK

There will be live music featuring Lone Rambler. Members of the Regina Police Service Community Engagement Unit will be helping us serve lunch.

Questions? Contact Nikki at nikkil@neilsquire.ca

People fill up plates from a charcuterie tray, with the Neil Squire 40th anniversary logo in the corner. Text: "Ottawa: You're Invited! 40th Anniversary Open House. June 19th 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm, Neil Squire Ottawa Office."

Ottawa: Please join us for a 40th Anniversary Open House celebration. Enjoy some nibblies and cake and learn about our programs and services. All are welcome — participants, employers, partners, neighbours, and friends!

When: Wednesday, June 19th from 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Where: Neil Squire Ottawa Office, 815 St. Laurent Blvd, Room 218, Ottawa, ON

RSVP: Please RSVP via our Eventbrite page

Two Neil Squire staff smile, with the Neil Squire 40th anniversary logo in the corner. Text: "Fredericton: You're Invited! 40th Anniversary Barbecue. June 6th 11:30 am to 1:30 pm, Neil Squire Fredericton Office."

Fredericton: Please join us at our 40th Anniversary Barbecue taking place on June 6th. We welcome all of our Atlantic regional participants, employers, volunteers, and friends to what is sure to be a lively celebration.

When: Thursday, June 6th from 11:30am to 1:30pm
Where: Neil Squire Fredericton Office Parking Lot, 440 York Street, Fredericton, NB

Questions? Contact Beverly at beverlyg@neilsquire.ca

Hands playing with OpenAT Joysticks and adaptive switches, with the Neil Squire 40th anniversary logo in the corner. Text: "Calgary: You're Invited! 40th Anniversary Open House. June 7th 11:00 am to 1:00 pm, Neil Squire Calgary Office."

Calgary: Please join us at our 40th Anniversary Open House taking place on June 7th. All are welcome to attend this free event — participants, employers, partners, neighbours, and friends!

When: Friday, June 7th from 11:00am to 1:00pm
Where: Neil Squire Calgary Office, 105 12 Ave SE #900, Calagry, AB

Meet our staff, tour our office, demo some accessible gaming, learn about our programs and services, and enjoy some light snacks.

RSVP: Please RSVP via our Eventbrite page

Support Our Work

Every Gift Makes an Impact

Consider making a special anniversary donation. Every dollar counts and fuels our mission for the next 40 years.

For other ways to give or to learn more about how your donation will make an impact, please visit our Donate page.

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