News

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Minimizing the impact of the Canada Post strike on CNIB participants and donors

The Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) went on strike this morning, Friday, November 15. CNIB is working to minimize the impact the strike will have on Canadians who are blind, Deafblind, or who have low vision, particularly as it relates to the delivery of alternative-format materials provided through our partners at CELA (Centre for Equitable Library Access).

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Events

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Beyond Sight Series

February 24, 2025

The Beyond Sight Series feature monthly virtual presentations from various services, businesses and organizations in our community. Each month, we will offer a different topic and speaker will join us to discuss a variety of topics. Examples include: RDSP’s, wills, budgeting, nutrition and lots more. Fourth Monday of every month from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Newfoundland Time on Zoom.

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Blogs

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New CNB Legal Support Offerings

By: Shannon Kinch
Through the largest consultation process in CNIB’s history, we heard directly from people impacted by blindness across Canada that they wanted CNIB to provide more support in instances where their human rights are infringed upon. In response to their feedback and to help provide greater access to justice, we are now offering legal support (referral services and litigation grants) to Canadians who encounter legal issues they may require support with as part of the CNIB Advocacy program.

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Say #SnoWay and advocate for better snow removal in your region!

As snow blankets our streets and sidewalks, CNIB’s annual “SnoWay” advocacy campaign is back to highlight the barriers that snow and ice create and remind municipalities, businesses, snow removal contractors, and homeowners about their responsibility to clear snow and ice from paths of travel.

Learn more about the SnoWay campaign and get involved

Our Programs

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CNIB British Columbia – Winter Programs

Register for a program today!

Our free programs are available to people who are blind, Deafblind, or have low vision as well as their families, friends and caregivers. Explore upcoming programs offered in B.C. throughout the winter!

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Volunteer Opportunities

Community Engagement Volunteer – Unsupervised

From classrooms to city hall or speaking to businesses, our Community Engagement Volunteers provide public education and advocacy to help raise awareness about key issues facing the sight loss community and create positive change for people who are blind or partially sighted. Unsupervised Community Engagement Volunteers attend community events and give presentations on behalf of CNIB without direct supervision of CNIB staff and are screened to attend engagements at settings with vulnerable populations (i.e school settings, seniors homes etc). 

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Community Engagement Volunteer – Supervised

From classrooms to city hall or speaking to businesses, our Community Engagement Volunteers provide public education and advocacy to help raise awareness about key issues facing the sight loss community and create positive change for people who are blind or partially sighted. Community Engagement Volunteers support our advocacy programming and campaigns under the supervision of CNIB staff and do not work directly with vulnerable populations (i.e school settings, seniors homes etc).

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