Upcoming Events

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. Wednesday, September 11, 18, October 2, 9.

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 third Sunday of the month. 

This monthly book club will meet and discuss audiobooks. The group meets on the second Tuesday 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 first Friday 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 a new sport or brush off your cleats! Check out 5-a-side blind soccer in Pickering.

Join us for this introductory session where we will explore the basics from turning on a device to identifying which accessibility features are best suited for you. After this session, you will be able to hold your device correctly and identify important access points, identify the main accessibility, explain how the build-in accessibility features make Android devices easier to use. This is a four-part series of group sessions that will help guide participants through the basics of using Android devices, as well as understanding and using the built-in accessibility features. It is recommended that participants take all sessions, but participants can choose the sessions best suited for their needs. Thursday, September 12, 26, October 3, 10.

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. 

Boost participation in the world of work by learning about concepts of leadership. These call-in sessions will guide you towards becoming a confident, intelligent leader wherever your ambitions land you.

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. By appointment only, every Thursday. Ask questions and learn more about your technology in a dedicated time slot - just you and your instructor.

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

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.

Unleash the power of technology with Microsoft Word and Outlook! This call-in session will provide a basic introduction to commonly used features of this widely used software. Special attention will be given to the integration of assistive technology such as Windows ZoomText and JAWS.

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

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. 

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

This small support group will connect you with other people in your community who have experienced sight loss. Held on the second Wednesday of the month in Oshawa.

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.

You have the first 30 seconds in an interview situation to make an impression. You have the next one minute to leave a lasting impression! Put your best foot forward, brush up on the skills you need to compete and be successful!  The 6-week virtual group meets every Wednesday (beginning September 18). Participants can join the sessions from the comfort of their own home via Zoom Virtual Conference.

Calling all aspiring artists and musicians! Pursuing Our Passions (POP) will host monthly guest speakers, creatives and professional artists from diverse streams in the art and entertainment industry to share their skills, knowledge and talent and help grow your artistic dreams into successful careers. The group meets on the third Friday of the month. 

Calling heroes of all ages – don your capes, dust off your superpowers, and join forces at the CNIB Superhero Walk in support of the CNIB Foundation!

Lime Connect Recruitment Reception for Students/Professionals with Disabilities. Interested in a hot new career or internship with some of the top companies in Canada? Join Lime Connect for a Toronto recruitment reception! 

Tee off for a good cause and golf under the night sky. Whether you are a seasoned pro or a newcomer, you'll have a blast at this night tournament. Enjoy a 9-hole golf course decorated with the best LED technology to light up the night! 

The nature walk will start at the CNIB Bayview office and go through the trails East of the building to Edwards Gardens. We will enjoy the gardens and people are welcome to purchase a snack or treat at the Garden Café before we make our way back to the CNIB.

Participants have the option of ending the hike at Edwards Gardens as per their ability.

Total time/distance for this nature walk is approximately 2.5 hours and 7 KM. This nature walk will involve stairs, uneven ground and a decent physical effort.

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.

You’re never too old to learn! Expand your horizons in a welcoming, inclusive environment. Each month we’ll explore a new topic: History, geography, science, travel, social trends, etc. This month’s Curiosity Club will explore the world of scent! Tracey Tief, Certified Natural Health Practitioner, of Anarres Natural Health, will lead a workshop on the use of scent in creating safe and delightful body care products. You’ll get the chance to sample many aromatic oils, and you’ll make your own scented perfume/cologne to take home! To help pay for supplies a $10 contribution is encouraged but not required. Come out for a fun conversation.

Join us and explore a new way to travel with Microsoft Soundscape! Unlike step-by-step navigation apps, Soundscape uses 3D audio cues to enrich ambient awareness and provide a new way to relate to the environment. It allows you to build a mental map and make personal route choices while being more comfortable within unfamiliar spaces. 

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

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

Referred to as Toronto’s founding landscape, Fort York National Historic Site is also a Heritage Conservation District, a registered archaeological site, and home to Canada’s largest collection of original War of 1812 buildings. Participants will be led on an adapted tour of the museum, focusing on period objects we can touch, period musical instruments and the songs they played, and an experience of a soldier’s drill.

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.  

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 two-part series (offered at the Whitby Public Library) will teach participants about the accessibility features for PC computers. The group meets Tuesday, October 8 & 15. 

CNIB and Elections Canada are hosting an accessible voting training session just in time for the 2019 Federal Election. Come learn about what accessible voting options are available to you!

CNIB and Elections Canada are hosting an accessible voting training session just in time for the 2019 Federal Election. Come learn about what accessible voting options are available to you!

CNIB and Elections Canada are hosting an accessible voting training session just in time for the 2019 Federal Election. Come learn about what accessible voting options are available to you!

CNIB and Elections Canada are hosting an accessible voting training session just in time for the 2019 Federal Election. Come learn about what accessible voting options are available to you!

Join the CNIB Foundation as we launch our nationwide conference – Connecting the Dots – the largest educational and professional development experience focused on technology, employment and literacy for people with sight loss. 

Save the date! The CCB Mysteries chapter is teaming up with the CNIB Foundation to bring you an evening of entertainment that is guaranteed to keep you on the edge of your seats!