Upcoming Events

Check out a guided yoga class to improve your mind, body and spirit. We provide the mats! Classes are held every Wednesday in the Craft Room.

Grab your Apple device and come join us for this introductory session where we will explore the basics from turning on your device to identifying which accessibility features are best suited for you. This is part one of a four-part series of group sessions that will help guide participants through the basics of using an iPhone and iPad (as well as understanding and using the built-in accessibility features). Each session includes 90 minutes of structured lecture delivery of material, followed by 60 minutes of individualized support.

Check out a guided yoga class to improve your mind, body and spirit. We provide the mats! Classes are held every Monday.

Learn woodturning fundamentals and tackle a small project at The Hub. The group meets on the last Thursday of the month. 

This monthly book club will meet and discuss audiobooks. The group meets the last Wednesday of the month.

Calling all book lovers! Spend an afternoon in the company of friends discussing the book of the month. The CCB group meets on the third Wednesday of the month.

Learn to play guitar at The Hub! One-hour classes beginning at 3 p.m., 4 p.m. or 5 p.m. Guitar enthusiasts of any skill level are welcome and you don’t need to own a guitar. Our visually impaired instructor Joe Bernard teaches in a patient, inclusive environment. The group meets every Wednesday. Registration required.

A support program for parents of children with sight loss, combined with interactive family recreational events. The group meets on the last Sunday of the month. 

This small support group will connect you with other people in your community who have experienced sight loss.  The group meets the fourth Tuesday of the month.

Singers, musicians, music fans - come jam! Join us for a night of live music and experience the unique joy that only music brings. Bring an instrument, your voice, or just a love of music. The group meets on the second Tuesday of the month. 

Join other Ontario Youth for a monthly meetup via Teleconference. Learn, engage and share among peers across the province. Chat about a new topic and collaborate to develop new friendships, new skills and initiatives in your community.

Join us for one-on-one training sessions for a variety of popular, accessible technology options including smartphones, tablets, smart home devices and so much more. Ask questions and learn more about your technology in a dedicated time slot - just you and your instructor. Thursday, October 10, 17, 24, and 31. 1 p.m. – 7 p.m. 

Try a new sport! The Oshawa Curling Club is recruiting new members. The group practices every Tuesday at the Oshawa Curling Club.

Learn a new sport or brush off your cleats! Check out 5-a-side blind soccer in Pickering.

Learn fashion coordination, makeup and styling needs. For youth who are transitioning into young adulthood. The group meets on the second Tuesday of the month at CNIB Mississauga.

A support group for blind/partially sighted parents. From infancy to adulthood - blind mothers and fathers can learn, explore, and share their triumphs, challenges, tips and stories among peers in a supportive environment. Meet in person or via teleconference, the second Wednesday of the month. 

Grab your Apple device and come join us for this introductory session where we will explore the basics from turning on your device to identifying which accessibility features are best suited for you. This is part one of a four-part series of group sessions that will help guide participants through the basics of using an iPhone and iPad (as well as understanding and using the built-in accessibility features). Each session includes 90 minutes of structured lecture delivery of material, followed by 60 minutes of individualized support.

Hey Siri, set a reminder for Phone Drive at Dixie Outlet Mall on November 22 & November 23.  Come drop off your gently-used smartphone - iPhone 5, or Android equivalent.

Join us as CNIB Guide Dogs celebrates the guide dog teams, buddy dog partnerships, and ambassador dog partnerships that have successfully completed training this year!

This small support group will connect you with other people in your community who have experienced sight loss.  The group meets the fourth Friday of the month.  

Come and join us for a pilot class learning techniques of ballet barre fitness, combining ballet techniques and strength training!

Come and join us for a pilot class learning techniques of ballet barre fitness, combining ballet techniques and strength training!

An opportunity to use creative techniques, (drawing, painting, collage, colouring, sculpting) to express yourself artistically. We provide all the art supplies. Discover and explore your inner Picasso!  This group meets on the last Sunday of the month.

Join us as we explore the wonderful world of online shopping. We will teach you the tips and tricks to using accessible apps so that you can shop till you drop right on your own smartphone or tablet.

'Tis the season for shopping! If you'd like to learn about some quick, easy and accessible ways to get your shopping done online, join us via teleconference for this practical and informative workshop!

Join us as we explore the wonderful world of online shopping. We will teach you the tips and tricks to using accessible apps so that you can shop till you drop right on your own smartphone or tablet.

A celebration of Indigenous Culture.

The Braille Challenge is the only academic competition of its kind in North America for students who are blind or partially sighted. Braille Institute developed the Braille Challenge to motivate students to practice and hone their braille literacy skills, which are essential to academic and employment success. If your child is interested in testing their braille skills in reading, writing and spelling, join us at the CNIB GTA Community Hub for a fun, free event with food and prizes for the entire family and workshops for parents.

The CNIB Foundation proudly presents its signature Toronto gala, Night at the Carnival on March 26th, 2020. We invite you to join us for a splendid experience where guests will sip champagne cocktails and sample hors d'oeuvres as extraordinary musicians, contortionists, floor acrobats, jugglers, and others dazzle with their magnetic performances. It will be an unforgettable evening not to be missed in Toronto's vibrant downtown core!

Northern Exposure (NorEx) is an opportunity for youth who are blind or partially sighted to engage in active experiences in a safe, accessible and fun environment that support the learning outcomes of the physical education curriculum.

Start your adventure high atop the canopy on a challenge course before you head into the wilderness for a multi-day canoe trip in Algonquin Park. Facilitated by skilled staff, our participants will actively share responsibilities like paddling, portaging, outdoor cooking and camping while connecting with nature and other like-minded individuals.

Join a group of like-minded young adults on the shores of beautiful Lake Joseph for a chance to relax, unwind and have fun! This five-day, four-night experience will include a combination of workshops, leisure activities and social events. Compete in an Amazing Race, participate in a Murder Mystery or book club, all in addition to the traditional activities that make Lake Joe so special.

Choose your specialization for the week as you learn new skills while developing confidence and independence in a safe and supportive environment.

Test your mettle in the wild! Wilderness Immersion for Leadership Development (WILD) is an adventure program where participants will work cooperatively with others on a multi-day canoe trip in Algonquin Park. With the assistance of skilled staff, our adventurers will work on outdoor skills like paddling, portaging and camping while gaining valuable lessons on communication, teamwork, and problem-solving. Participants will have the opportunity to take on a high-ropes course to start their adventures.

Escape and spend a week on the shores of beautiful Lake Joseph in Muskoka. Whether you are seeking adventure or relaxation, we have something for you.

Our family program gives people with sight loss and their families an opportunity to enjoy the splendour of Muskoka on beautiful Lake Joseph in a safe and inclusive environment. Activities are available for all ages and there are also events just for adults, youth and kids.

Gain job skills while having fun at our two-week program designed to develop leadership skills and empower youth to take an active role in camp life.

Want to try a triathlon, or work on paddling skills? This goal-based program is aimed at athletic development. Participants will receive one-on-one coaching from experts and instructors who will help guide you to achieve your performance goals through specialized sports programs.

Pushing Limits for Active Youth (PLAY) is for those that want to experience different sports at Lake Joe. From basketball to archery, Power Showdown to goalball, participants will try their hand at a variety of different sports and activities that encourage an active lifestyle. Health and wellness workshops including independence, healthy eating and personal care complement this adaptive sports program.

Be the change! Connect with other youth with sight loss from across the country and join in on the conversation. This program will focus on areas such as public speaking, advocacy, critical thinking, self-awareness and the personal brand, all the while developing confidence and independence through specialized activities. Working with skilled facilitators, participants will have the opportunity to try new things in this fun, safe and supportive environment.

Enjoy our four-night, five-day adult mini-camp to get a taste of the Lake Joe experience.

New this year, Family Week 3 will be devoted to families with children who are blind or partially sighted. In addition to the traditional camp activities offered during other family weeks, this week will include workshops designed specifically for parents. Go for a dip in the lake, take a tandem bike for a spin, go fishing, cruise the lake or relax by the campfire. There are activities available for all ages and fun for the whole family!

In this program a parent and child will be partnered up with an angler to explore fishing opportunities here in Muskoka! Participants will learn different techniques and strategies on the hunt for the big one while participating in fun challenges throughout the day. Fish on!

Enjoy our four-night, five-day adult mini-camp to get a taste of the Lake Joe experience.