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Intro to Assistive Technology Info Session

DateNovember 12, 2024
Time
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm PST
( 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm EST )

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DateDecember 10, 2024
Time
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm PST
( 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm EST )
DateJanuary 14, 2025
Time
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm PST
( 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm EST )
DateFebruary 11, 2025
Time
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm PST
( 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm EST )
DateMarch 11, 2025
Time
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm PDT
( 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm EDT )
Event Type
Virtual
Program Type
Technology Programs

Like it or not, technology is becoming a big part of modern life. Nowadays, people rely on computers and smartphones for work, school, entertainment and connection. For people with vision loss, assistive technology offers all of this as well as increased confidence and independence. Join us over Zoom for Intro to Assistive Technology - find out what is possible and how we at CNIB can help you harness the power of assistive technology. 

Intro to Assistive Technology Info Session meets on the second Tuesday of every month from 12 to 1:30 p.m. Pacific Time on Zoom. Zoom information will be shared after registering. 

Please be advised that you must register for all programs. We kindly ask you to RSVP a minimum of 1 full business day before the start of the program. 

Registration required. To register, please contact Amit Ram, Assistant Coach, Smartlife and Accessible Technology Programs at amit.ram@cnib.ca or call 1-800-563-2642.

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