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Mission and Values

Learn about our mission and the values that animate everything we do.
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The ABCs of IOS Manual

This free manual provides parents and educators with the age-appropriate information they need to teach a child how to interact with an iPad using VoiceOver. To put the latest knowledge at children's fingertips, it incorporates accessible apps with educational content.
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About the Contest

Show off your creative writing talents for a chance to win cash prizes!
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Library Services for People who are Blind

Access a world of books and information through specialized library services in your community.
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Gift Matching

As an employee, you may be able to double or triple your donation and impact if your company has a gift-matching program.
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Executive Leadership Team

CNIB's team of senior leaders across the country are passionate about changing what it is to be blind today. Learn more about our executive leadership team.
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Gift in your will

Leaving the CNIB Foundation a gift in your will is a wonderful way to build your legacy, while making a difference to future generations of people impacted by blindness.
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Venture Zone: Vision and Mission

The work world has changed. Entrepreneurship and self-employment are a growing part of our work culture. Maybe you want to start your own business or work as a freelancer or consultant. The Venture Zone is here to give you the resources and inspiration to succeed.
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Interviews with our advocates

CNIB interviewed five of our advocates across the country to capture their experience as voters who are blind or partially sighted. Watch the video below to get their take on what works during federal elections in Canada, what still needs to be changed, and get some tips and tricks on advocating at the polls!
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Accessible voting around the world

Voting around the world can look very different to what we are used to in Canada, where steps to reduce barriers to the electoral process have been underway for decades. Some countries have begun to reduce barriers to voting more recently, while others have already implemented popular solutions for electors with sight loss.
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From the Archives

The following archival materials were provided to CNIB by Elections Canada. Elections Canada is celebrating their 100th anniversary as Canada’s independent electoral agency.