HI, I'M CHARLENE

Specializing in the management of American Sign Language services and making communication connections.

ASL Breaking Barriers (ASLBB) was founded in 2018 as an extension to My Smart Hands London which came to be in 2004.  ASL Breaking Barriers is an advanced, current and thriving American Sign Language Corporation based in London, Ontario. Our clients consist of individuals (children to seniors) business’s, schools and more.  Being accessible is a vital part of any business with inclusivity awareness being more predominant than ever before. We are committed to assisting you in being known as a leader who supports accessibility and inclusivity.

With years of experience in signing, involvement in the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Communities, compiled with the expertise of our Deaf instructors, it’s fair to say we are well versed on offering sign language services!

Also, an expert in Guest Lecturing on the benefits of using sign language as a means of communication to those with, APHASIA, AUTISM, CEREBRAL PALSY, DOWN SYNDROME, TRAUMA, and other speech and/or brain disorders.  Charlene has experienced that through the amazing benefits of ASL you can help give most anyone a “voice”.

“As a trained American Sign Language Instructor, Founder of ASLBB and experienced professional speaker who motivates her audiences, Charlene is truly laugh provoking and inspirational, leaving her engaged listeners wanting more.

Without hesitation I highly recommend Charlene as a Guest Speaker on the importance of learning ASL in business or your personal life.”

~Kara Wilson – Educational Assistant ~

Charlene Slaats-Gray
Founder/CEO
Award Nominee Mompreneur® Award of Excellence
Three Times Award winner London Community Votes

Pleasantly surprised!

I was originally nervous and unsure what to expect when signing up for this class,
but I could not have been more pleasantly surprised with the whole experience!
Charlene makes sure everything runs smoothly.
My class is something I look forward to every week and am excited to move to the next level.
I would highly encourage everyone to learn ASL through this program!
A truly enjoyable experience every week!

Katie McKenzie

Fantastic guest speaker!

As a trained American Sign Language Instructor, Founder of ASLBB and
experienced professional speaker who motivates her audiences,
Charlene is truly laugh provoking and inspirational, leaving her engaged listeners wanting more.
Without hesitation I highly recommend Charlene as a Guest Speaker
on the importance of learning ASL in business or your personal life.

Kara Wilson

London, Ontario

“Highly recommend”

Charlene is an inspiration to others! Such dedication and passion.
A beautiful kind spirit, I would highly recommend becoming educated
by this amazing women!

Sara Ivanisevic

Fitness club owner

Great instructors technique!

Charlene is amazing to collaborate with and very accommodating when it comes to planning
instruction/workshops on a schedule that fits your needs.
I have also had the pleasure of taking American Sign Language classes with ASL Breaking Barriers
before and was pleasantly surprised at how comfortable the instructor made
it to learn with others that I’d not met before.
The instructors technique was appealing and made it easier to learn.
I look forward to taking additional classes in the future.

Jillian D

London, Ontario

Amazing!

When you meet this lady, you will be blown away with her passion, dedication and knowledge of her craft.
She really wants to help everyone to be able to communicate efficiently.
If you want to learn or expand your knowledge this lady is the one you want.

Dominique Campbell

Business owner

Fantastic; thank you!

*How would you improve this course?*

Shelley and Charlene are fantastic! I wouldn’t change anything.

Sara Hennessey