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Upcoming Events

27 Mar 2025
5:00 pm to 7:00 pm MDT
( 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm EDT )
Youth Leadership and Volunteer Group
In Person

CNIB Edmonton
11150 Jasper Ave.
Edmonton AB T5K 0C7
Canada

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An illustration of a smiling sunshine icon outlined in a black paintbrush style design with yellow accents.

If you are a youth between the ages 14-21 in the Northern Alberta region and you would like to give back to the community, gain volunteer experience, learn leadership, problem solving and delegation skills, join our youth leadership and volunteer group! Second and fourth Thursday of every month from 5 to 7 p.m. at CNIB Edmonton.

27 Mar 2025
4:15 pm to 5:15 pm PDT
( 7:15 pm to 8:15 pm EDT )
LOBBY Seated Dance Fitness
Virtual
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An illustration of a running outlined in a black paintbrush style design with yellow accents.

A social group for those who want to keep connect after Seated Dance Fitness has ended. We invite participants to stay and socialize with each other. You can talk about the session, get to know one and other and socialize with the community across Canada.

27 Mar 2025
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm MDT
( 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm EDT )
Calgary Social Meet Ups
In Person

CNIB Calgary
10 11a St NE
Calgary AB T2E 4Z3
Canada

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An illustration of a smiling sunshine icon outlined in a black paintbrush style design. A dash of yellow paint appears on the centre of the sunshine.

If you are between the ages of 18-30 yrs and would like to meet up with others this group is for you.  Meet at CNIB Calgary to socialize and participate in activities. Last Thursday of every month from 6 to 8 p.m. at CNIB Calgary.

27 Mar 2025
7:00 pm to 8:00 pm CDT
( 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm EDT )
Manitoba Community Engagement Volunteers
Virtual
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An illustration of a megaphone outlined in a black paintbrush style design with yellow accents.

Community Engagement Volunteers provide public awareness and education, and advocate to break down barriers faced by people who are blind or partially sighted. Together, this dynamic group of individuals will work to Change attitudes about the lived experience of blindness, engage with policymakers to address the need for safe and accessible travel, and actively support our youth, so they can thrive. Connect with other passionate individuals, build your confidence, and learn the skills to effectively advocate. Last Thursday of every month from 7 to 8 p.m. on Zoom.

28 Mar 2025
to
05 Mar 2026
Braille Sessions
In Person

CNIB Halifax
6136 Almon Street
Halifax NS B3K 1T8
Canada

An illustration of a braille book.
An illustration of a braille book.

This is a braille practice group for clients to improve and gain new skills in reading and writing braille. Every Friday from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at CNIB Halifax. 

28 Mar 2025
10:00 am to 12:00 pm CDT
( 11:00 am to 1:00 pm EDT )
Friday Morning Coffee Group
In Person

CNIB Winnipeg
1080 Portage Avenue
Winnipeg MB R3G 3M3
Canada

two people sitting at a table drinking coffee
two people sitting at a table drinking coffee

The in-person Friday Coffee Group is back! Rekindle old friendships while making new ones, meet new people and have enjoyable conversations. This group offers a safe, positive social network for those that are blind or partially sighted. This group meets in-person at CNIB Winnipeg every Friday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Central Time. Every Friday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Central Time at CNIB Winnipeg .

28 Mar 2025
12:00 pm to 1:30 pm EDT
Yarnivores
Virtual
Two hands hold knitting needles and knit a blue fabric.
Two hands hold knitting needles and knit a blue fabric.

Designed for knitters/advanced knitters to work on projects, learn from peers, and enjoy knitting fellowship. Every Friday from 12 to 1:30 p.m. Eastern Time on Zoom.

28 Mar 2025
1:30 pm to 3:30 pm CDT
( 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm EDT )
Virtual Coffee Group
Virtual
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two people sitting at a table drinking coffee

Join us every Friday for a virtual meet up in the prairies with a friendly bunch of people looking to connect with others across the country! Make new connections and find friendships and enjoyable conversation. The focus is on a positive, inclusive, and safe support network of people who have experienced sight loss. Everyone is welcome. Virtual Coffee Group meets every Friday from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Central Time on Zoom. 

28 Mar 2025
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm PDT
( 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm EDT )
CNIB Harmony Choir
In Person

CNIB Victoria
1675 Douglas Street – Suite 102
Victoria BC V8W 2G5
Canada

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An illustration of a smiling sunshine icon outlined in a black paintbrush style design with yellow accents.

Music alone shall live. It is hard for us not to fall in love with music. It is soothing and it greatly touches our soul. This program intends to bring youth and adults with blindness and vision loss from across Vancouver Island to experience many benefits for the mind, body, and soul that community and singing can bring. We are thrilled to welcome Marcelina Stanton as the musical director. She is a Latin American musician who loves to perform popular and traditional songs and play guitar. No prior singing experience is necessary. Everyone is welcome and if you play an instrument, you are invited to bring it along. The Victoria Community Choir meets at CNIB Victoria every Friday from 2 to 4 p.m. 

28 Mar 2025
7:00 pm to 8:00 pm EDT
CNIBLakeJoe@Home: "The Lounge"
Virtual
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Six men and women sit around a table in a restaurant eating and talking with each other.

Fridays are fun! Meet us in "the lounge" the fourth Friday of the month to relax, meet friends and make connections!  Zoom information will be provided after registering. 

31 Mar 2025
10:00 am to 11:00 pm CDT
( March 31, 2025 11:00 am to April 1, 2025 12:00 am EDT )
Winnipeg Walking Group
In Person

CF Polo Park
1485 Portage Ave.
Winnipeg MB R3G 0W4
Canada

sighted guide walking with a woman using a white cane
sighted guide walking with a woman using a white cane

The Walking Group provides a chance for individuals who are blind or partially sighted to exercise and practice their mobility and travel skills. Every Monday (Tuesday when there is a long weekend) from 10 to 11 a.m.

31 Mar 2025
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm EDT
Let's Get Gardening
Virtual
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A small garden lined with potted plants on a shelf.

If you have a green thumb (or you'd like to have one), then this gardening discussion group is for you! We swap success stories, talk about our favorite plants, and generally 'dish the dirt' on all things horticultural. For all levels of garden enthusiasts. Whether you patio or container garden, or have lots of gardening space, the time in this group will just buzz by. Every Monday from 1 to 2 p.m. Eastern Time on Zoom.

31 Mar 2025
5:30 pm to 6:30 pm EDT
Accessible Yoga
Virtual
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A woman kneels on a yoga mat and stretches in a downward dog pose.

Accessible yoga for most skill levels from the comfort of your home. Check out accessible yoga if you are looking for a classic yoga class with descriptive prompts. Designed for people with vision loss, the instructor will verbally walk you through all the poses and movements. Please bring a yoga mat, a bottle of water, and your breath! Accessible Yoga meets every Monday from  5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Eastern Time on Zoom.

31 Mar 2025
3:45 pm to 4:30 pm PDT
( 6:45 pm to 7:30 pm EDT )
Music for Kids – Monday Session
Virtual
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An illustration of two music notes.

Music Therapist Erin Koop hosts weekly sessions on Zoom for children and youth participants across the country. These interactive sessions are filled with songs, stories, and more!  Get ready to make some music!  This group runs on Zoom, every Monday from 3:45 to 4:30 p.m. Pacific Time.

31 Mar 2025
6:00 pm to 8:30 pm MDT
( 8:00 pm to 10:30 pm EDT )
Grande Prairie Peer Support Group
In Person

Cairn on the Boulevard
10405 - 102nd Street (Main floor of the Cairn building)
Grande Prairie AB T8V 0H6
Canada

A group of five people sit in a circle and engage in lively conversation.
A group of five people sit in a circle and engage in lively conversation.

If you're struggling to overcome the emotional challenges of sight loss and wish you had someone to help you work through these feelings, you’re not alone. We're here for you. This peer support group is for community members in the Grande Prairie area to get together and chat about vision loss and their experiences. Last Monday of every month from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at Cairn on the Boulevard. 

04 Apr 2025
11:00 am to 12:30 pm EDT
Ottawa SmartLife Group & Demo Session
In Person

CNIB Ottawa Hub
425 Marché Way Suite 104,
Ottawa ON K1S 5H6
Canada

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An illustration of a smartphone outlined in a black paintbrush style design with yellow accents.

A monthly technology group on assistive devices for Ottawa-area participants. First Friday every month from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the CNIB Ottawa Hub.

02 May 2025
11:00 am to 12:30 pm EDT
Ottawa SmartLife Group & Demo Session
In Person

CNIB Ottawa Hub
425 Marché Way Suite 104,
Ottawa ON K1S 5H6
Canada

An illustration of a smartphone outlined in a black paintbrush style design with yellow accents.
An illustration of a smartphone outlined in a black paintbrush style design with yellow accents.

A monthly technology group on assistive devices for Ottawa-area participants. First Friday every month from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the CNIB Ottawa Hub.

06 Jun 2025
11:00 am to 12:30 pm EDT
Ottawa SmartLife Group & Demo Session
In Person

CNIB Ottawa Hub
425 Marché Way Suite 104,
Ottawa ON K1S 5H6
Canada

An illustration of a smartphone outlined in a black paintbrush style design with yellow accents.
An illustration of a smartphone outlined in a black paintbrush style design with yellow accents.

A monthly technology group on assistive devices for Ottawa-area participants. First Friday every month from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the CNIB Ottawa Hub.

04 Jul 2025
11:00 am to 12:30 pm EDT
Ottawa SmartLife Group & Demo Session
In Person

CNIB Ottawa Hub
425 Marché Way Suite 104,
Ottawa ON K1S 5H6
Canada

An illustration of a smartphone outlined in a black paintbrush style design with yellow accents.
An illustration of a smartphone outlined in a black paintbrush style design with yellow accents.

A monthly technology group on assistive devices for Ottawa-area participants. First Friday every month from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the CNIB Ottawa Hub.

01 Aug 2025
11:00 am to 12:30 pm EDT
Ottawa SmartLife Group & Demo Session
In Person

CNIB Ottawa Hub
425 Marché Way Suite 104,
Ottawa ON K1S 5H6
Canada

An illustration of a smartphone outlined in a black paintbrush style design with yellow accents.
An illustration of a smartphone outlined in a black paintbrush style design with yellow accents.

A monthly technology group on assistive devices for Ottawa-area participants. First Friday every month from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the CNIB Ottawa Hub.

05 Sep 2025
11:00 am to 12:30 pm EDT
Ottawa SmartLife Group & Demo Session
In Person

CNIB Ottawa Hub
425 Marché Way Suite 104,
Ottawa ON K1S 5H6
Canada

An illustration of a smartphone outlined in a black paintbrush style design with yellow accents.
An illustration of a smartphone outlined in a black paintbrush style design with yellow accents.

A monthly technology group on assistive devices for Ottawa-area participants. First Friday every month from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the CNIB Ottawa Hub.

03 Oct 2025
11:00 am to 12:30 pm EDT
Ottawa SmartLife Group & Demo Session
In Person

CNIB Ottawa Hub
425 Marché Way Suite 104,
Ottawa ON K1S 5H6
Canada

An illustration of a smartphone outlined in a black paintbrush style design with yellow accents.
An illustration of a smartphone outlined in a black paintbrush style design with yellow accents.

A monthly technology group on assistive devices for Ottawa-area participants. First Friday every month from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the CNIB Ottawa Hub.

07 Nov 2025
11:00 am to 12:30 pm EST
Ottawa SmartLife Group & Demo Session
In Person

CNIB Ottawa Hub
425 Marché Way Suite 104,
Ottawa ON K1S 5H6
Canada

An illustration of a smartphone outlined in a black paintbrush style design with yellow accents.
An illustration of a smartphone outlined in a black paintbrush style design with yellow accents.

A monthly technology group on assistive devices for Ottawa-area participants. First Friday every month from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the CNIB Ottawa Hub.

05 Dec 2025
11:00 am to 12:30 pm EST
Ottawa SmartLife Group & Demo Session
In Person

CNIB Ottawa Hub
425 Marché Way Suite 104,
Ottawa ON K1S 5H6
Canada

An illustration of a smartphone outlined in a black paintbrush style design with yellow accents.
An illustration of a smartphone outlined in a black paintbrush style design with yellow accents.

A monthly technology group on assistive devices for Ottawa-area participants. First Friday every month from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the CNIB Ottawa Hub.