Quebec

The Accessible Canada Directorate of Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) is hosting the third annual Canadian Congress on Disability Inclusion (CCDI) on Thursday, May 23, 2024. The theme for the event is Forward Together: Accessibility and Inclusion for All.

These three consecutive mini- workshop are designed to provide mindfulness tools and peer support for people adjusting to sight loss, and those who are dealing with symptoms of Charles Bonnet Syndrome. Supportive family and friends are also welcome to attend. Monday, May 27, June 3 and  June 10 from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time on Zoom.

The CNIB Mobile Hub visits Fredericton on Wednesday, May 29 at the Fredericton Public Library (12 Rue Carleton Street, Fredericton) from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Explore the schedule and register.

The CNIB Mobile Hub visits Brantford on Thursday, May 30 at the Brantford Public Library (173 Colborne Street, Brantford) from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Explore the schedule and register.

The CNIB Mobile Hub visits Morden on Thursday, May 30 at the South Central Regional Library (514 Stephen Street, Morden) from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Explore the schedule and register.

Keep curious and engaged with lifelong learning. In this monthly session we will be inviting special guests and experts to inform and inspire us on a variety of interesting topics! Join us the first Monday of the month  from 3 to 4 p.m. Eastern Time. Zoom information will be provided after registering. 

The CNIB Mobile Hub visits Whitehorse on Tuesday, June 4 at the Golden Age Society (4061 4 Ave., Whitehorse) from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Explore the schedule and register.

Are you a parent of a child living with vision loss, in a more rural community? Do you find it impossible to attend in person programs at the nearest CNIB office? Do you find that all the peer groups held in person are just too far away for you to attend? Do you feel a bit overwhelmed on how to support your child while living on the outskirts of town where resources may seem limited? We've got you covered! Join the Outskirts Parent Support and Resource Group where you will share in a solutions focused approach to finding the help you need.

Adjustment to Vision Loss Intro program is for people who are new to sight loss and are seeking a supportive and safe environment for discussion with peers in similar situations. This program is led by facilitators with lived experience of sight loss. This peer support group meets four consecutive Wednesdays (June 5 to June 26) from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Eastern Time on Zoom. A commitment to the four week series is required as this is not a drop in program.

The Digital Treasure Chest is a new virtual program that will explore, examine, and highlight some of the best accessible technologies for people living with sight loss across Canada. It's a place for exploring, discovering, and sharing innovative tech solutions for your accessible technology needs. Join us on Wednesday, June 5, as we unveil SmartLife’s top 10 navigation apps, meticulously selected to enhance mobility and independence for people with vision loss.