Founded in 1918, CNIB is a non-profit organization driven to change what it is to be blind today. We deliver innovative programs and powerful advocacy that empower people impacted by blindness to live their dreams and tear down barriers to inclusion. Our work as a blind foundation is powered by a network of volunteers, donors, and partners from coast to coast to coast.
An integral part of our strategic plan – The Way Forward – involves engaging passionate allies who are ready and willing to join us in this work. CNIB cannot tear down these barriers alone. We need support. We need to shout our message from the rooftops and engage everyone we can – including parents of children with low vision, like-minded organizations, political representatives, our community advocates, and the general public – to stand with us.
Active in every province, CNIB Strategic Leadership Councils play a pivotal role in bringing The Way Forward to life in our communities. Together, we are fostering an understanding of blindness and dispelling misconceptions about people who are blind, partially sighted, or Deafblind; removing barriers to create safe, accessible door-to-door journeys for all; and giving parents and children the support they need to excel in and out of the classroom.
Strategic Leadership Council Ontario
Buruzoth Bala
Claudia Brabazon
Christopher Williamson
Elaine Harrison
Jennifer Bromley
Kristin Pahapill
Laura Amantea
Malini Ondrovick
Pakizah Kozak
Shawn Maloney
Stephen Ondrick
Tim Smitherman
Thank you to our incredible leadership volunteers who are committed to creating a Canada where everyone with sight loss can live, learn, work, and play without barriers.