News
CNIB reacts to Government of Canada Budget 2024
April 17, 2024 – Yesterday, the Government of Canada released Budget 2024 and announced that the long-awaited Canada Disability Benefit will start in July 2025, pending a regulatory design process. The benefit will be funded with $6.1 billion over the next six years.
This investment equates to a proposed maximum of $200 per month for eligible recipients who qualify for the Disability Tax Credit. Further, Budget 2024 does not invest in a strategy or programs that enable people who are blind or have low vision to join the workforce.
While the passage of the Canada Disability Benefit Act was an important first step, CNIB joins the growing list of organizations and advocates calling on the government to commit to more support to lift people with disabilities out of poverty.
Events
Name That Tune
Do you enjoy music? Well, Name that Tune is the game for you! Name that tune is a fun game where people can join in to listen and try to name as many songs as they can. First and third Thursday of every month from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Eastern Time on Zoom.
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Save the date for the fifth annual CNIB Guide Dogs Pup Crawl!
Get ready! The fifth annual CNIB Guide Dogs Pup Crawl is coming back this year on April 17 and will run for six amazing weeks. This virtual five-kilometre fundraising event is an amazing way to stay active, have fun, and support guide dogs and handlers across Canada.
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CNIB Mobile Hub
CNIB is hitting the road to bring our innovative programs to life in your community!
Meet the CNIB Mobile Hub – a new program delivery model where we visit your community to deliver in-person programming at no cost to you. Drop in to meet CNIB staff and learn more about free programs and resources for people who are blind, Deafblind, or have low vision. Enjoy a day of recreational and social activities, technology workshops, and much more. Experience the latest breakthroughs in assistive tech from CNIB SmartLife and connect with other members of the sight loss community.
To see where we’re headed next, check out our tour schedule.
CNIB British Columbia – Spring Programs
Register for a program today!
Our free programs are available to Canadians who are blind or partially sighted as well as their families, friends and caregivers. Explore upcoming programs offered in B.C. throughout the spring!
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Volunteer Opportunities
Vision Mate
Make a difference for people who are blind or partially sighted by providing sighted assistance and companionship to a person in your community who is blind or partially sighted.
CNIB Eye Appeal Art Gala and Artists’ Reception Auction Chair - CNIB Eye Appeal Art Gala and Artists’ Reception
The Eye Appeal Art Gala Auction Chair is responsible for organizing the live and silent auctions by identifying and securing attractive and high value auction items, ensuring the auction is a success and generates revenue for the event.