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Your nine-step business plan

Use the business model canvas to create your business plan.

Learn more by downloading our “nine-step business plan” resource, originally from alexandercowan.com. 
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Our History

Learn about the CNIB Foundation’s impact over a century of change.
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National Board of Directors

CNIB is governed by a National Board of Directors. Learn more about our National Board.
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2023/24 CNIB Scholarship Recipients

CNIB received many remarkable scholarship applications this year and awarded $142,000 in funding to people who are blind or partially sighted in recognition of their educational and professional aspirations and achievements.
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Champions for Change self-advocacy video series

This four-part video series is designed to provide people who are blind, partially sighted, or Deafblind with the knowledge and skills to effectively advocate in their communities. Whether you’re new to advocacy or a seasoned advocate, you’ll find tips for making a positive change for yourself and others. 
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Holiday Programs (all ages)

Visit CNIB Lake Joe with your friends and family and enjoy camp exactly the way you like it. Instead of formal camp programming you can choose your own adventures and build your own experiences. Sample the wide array of amenities and activities and tailor your holiday time at Lake Joe to your own tastes.
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Meet our CNIB Lake Joe Team

Our dedicated and experienced team share their gifts to make a difference in the lives of campers and ensure that participants have a fantastic experience at Lake Joe.
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Let's Talk Money Series

The CNIB National Youth Council presents: Let’s Talk Money! In this 5-part series, our guest speakers break down complex topics related to personal finance. Join us as we dive into banking basics, registered disability savings plan, investing, provincial support programs, and first-time home buying!
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Siri Series

Learn how to use your voice, and your iPhone's built-in assistant Siri, to make calls, send texts, set reminders, check the weather, and more. Check out how to get the most out of Siri in this series of workshops.
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Meet Genevieve

Genevieve began volunteering with CNIB in April 2011, starting as a vision mate and event volunteer. Three years later she was asked to begin teaching a person with sight loss who wanted to improve their braille. She accepted and has been volunteering as a braille teacher ever since.