Upcoming Events

27 March 2025
3:30 pm to 4:30 pm EDT
Thursday Games
Virtual
A red roll of dice.
A red roll of dice.

Everyone loves games. This games group meets to socialize playing 2 to 3 different lively word games for the hour. Sessions are led by our own professional game hosts (aka CNIB staff and volunteers). We embrace a safe fun time to exercise your mind. Every Thursday from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time on Zoom.

27 March 2025
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm EDT
Woodturning
In Person

CNIB GTA Community Hub
1525 Yonge Street
Toronto ON M4T 1Z2
Canada

A lathe sits on a counter. Two hands maneuver a piece of wood.
A lathe sits on a counter. Two hands maneuver a piece of wood.

Discover the art of woodturning and what it’s all about. No experience required! Volunteers will be on hand to show you the fundamentals and help to create a beautiful project.  Last Thursday of every month from 6 to 8 p.m. at the CNIB GTA Hub.

27 March 2025
3:30 pm to 4:15 pm PDT
( 6:30 pm to 7:15 pm EDT )
Seated Dance Fitness Zoom
Virtual
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An illustration of a running outlined in a black paintbrush style design with yellow accents.

Adaptive Dance instructor, Tiffany Tjosvold, will be leading a Zoom-based, high energy, seated dance class for participants ages 19+. This class is suitable for all fitness levels. Every Thursday from 3:30 to 4:15 p.m. Pacific Time on Zoom.

27 March 2025
6:30 pm to 7:30 pm EDT
Ottawa Youth Games Club
In Person

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

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

Join us at the CNIB Ottawa Hub for a monthly games group! Play games with peers and chat. We will offer a variety of games including board games, indoor axe throwing and trivia style games. This program is offered to children and youth (ages 5+) in the  Ottawa area. Fourth Thursday of every month from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the CNIB Ottawa Hub.

27 March 2025
6:30 pm to 7:30 pm EDT
Tween Zoom Hangout
Virtual
The back of a young woman's head. She sits at kitchen table and types on her laptop computer.
The back of a young woman's head. She sits at kitchen table and types on her laptop computer.

Join us to play games, chat, and make new friends. Please note that this program is for individuals between 10-14 years of age. Every Thursday from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Eastern Time on Zoom.

27 March 2025
4:15 pm to 5:15 pm PDT
( 7:15 pm to 8:15 pm EDT )
LOBBY Seated Dance Fitness
Virtual
An illustration of a running outlined in a black paintbrush style design with yellow accents.
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 March 2025
7:30 pm to 8:30 pm EDT
Community Voices
Virtual
CNIB Learning academy logo. A graphic-art illustration of a smiling face/icon wearing a graduation cap with white accents. Text: CNIB Learning Academy
CNIB Learning academy logo. A graphic-art illustration of a smiling face/icon wearing a graduation cap with white accents. Text: CNIB Learning Academy

CNIB Learning Academy invites youth who are blind or have low vision, parents, and educators to join us for Community Voices, an opportunity to learn from adults living with blindness.  Each month we will hear from a different guest speaker living with blindness who will share their lived experience in high school, post-secondary education, building a career, and social aspects of sight loss. Following the presentations, attendees will have an opportunity to ask questions. Last Thursday of each month from 5 to 7 p.m. Eastern on Zoom.

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

31 March 2025
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm EDT
Let's Get Gardening
Virtual
A small garden lined with potted plants on a shelf.
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 March 2025
5:30 pm to 6:30 pm EDT
Accessible Yoga
Virtual
A woman kneels on a yoga mat and stretches in a downward dog pose.
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 March 2025
3:45 pm to 4:30 pm PDT
( 6:45 pm to 7:30 pm EDT )
Music for Kids – Monday Session
Virtual
An illustration of two music notes.
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.

04 April 2025
11:00 am to 12:30 pm EDT
Ottawa SmartLife Technology Drop In
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 Technology Drop In
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 June 2025
11:00 am to 12:30 pm EDT
Ottawa SmartLife Technology Drop In
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 July 2025
11:00 am to 12:30 pm EDT
Ottawa SmartLife Technology Drop In
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 August 2025
11:00 am to 12:30 pm EDT
Ottawa SmartLife Technology Drop In
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 September 2025
11:00 am to 12:30 pm EDT
Ottawa SmartLife Technology Drop In
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 October 2025
11:00 am to 12:30 pm EDT
Ottawa SmartLife Technology Drop In
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 November 2025
11:00 am to 12:30 pm EST
Ottawa SmartLife Technology Drop In
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 December 2025
11:00 am to 12:30 pm EST
Ottawa SmartLife Technology Drop In
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.