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Try something new with the CNIB Foundation!
Whether it's career support, tech training, youth groups, cooking classes or book clubs – our virtual programs are guaranteed to keep you entertained and engaged. Programs are free and available to Canadians who are blind or partially sighted as well as their families, friends and caregivers. Visit our new COVID-19 resources page to learn more about our innovative programs and powerful advocacy. Please note: CNIB offices are open to the public by appointment only. For more information, please call 1-800-563-2642. The Canadian COVID Alert app is now available in six provinces. Please download it to your phone today.
News
Ninety years later, voting is still not accessible in Canada
The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms gives Canadian citizens the right to vote. But for many Canadians living with sight loss, voting isn’t as simple as walking into a voting booth and checking a name on the ballot. It’s an inaccessible process that involves little to no secrecy, and numerous barriers.
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How to use Amazon to help you find, “All I want for Christmas is…”
Join us as we explore Amazon and how it can help you with your online shopping. Whether you plan on doing your shopping through a website or an app, we will show you how easy and stress-free the experience can be. This technology workshop meets via Zoom web conference on December 3 from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Eastern Time. Call in information will be given upon registration.
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Humans with CNIB Guide Dogs: Danika & Ulysses
“I remember I was so nervous and excited when I met Ulysses for the first time. When the trainer brought him out to the training property, I threw my cane to the side, knelt on the ground and Ulysses licked my entire face!" - Danika
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COVID-19 Resources
Visit our new COVID-19 Resources webpage to get the latest information on everything from new foundation programs to our physical distancing advocacy initiatives and interviews with program participants.
Volunteer Opportunities
Tech Mate
Make a difference for people who are blind or partially sighted by providing leisure companionship in your community to someone who is blind or partially sighted.
Leisure Mate
Make a difference for people who are blind or partially sighted by providing leisure companionship in your community to someone who is blind or partially sighted.