Upcoming Events
Join us to discover how StellarTrek, an AI-powered GPS and OCR device, can revolutionize daily navigation. Learn how its features, like pedestrian crossing detection and text-to-speech functionality, empower users to safely explore their surroundings.
As we embrace the power of AI-driven technologies, people with sight loss can now engage with their surroundings in revolutionary ways. Join us for an enlightening session on how the ARx AI headset is transforming daily navigation and interaction for those who are blind or have low vision.
Are you new to assistive technology? Want to get more out of your smart device or computer? This Zoom workshop is a 2 for 1! The first hour is devoted to structured learning – focusing on basics and beginner topics. Later on, we'll have a volunteer-led, tech-focused Q&A discussion group dealing with a wide range of questions. Come prepared to swap tips and tricks, share about your favorite apps, help one another and strengthen your own skills in the process. Join us while we figure it out – together! This technology group is hosted on Zoom on the second and fourth Wednesday of every month from 1 to 3 p.m. Pacific Time.
As we embrace the power of AI-driven technologies, people with sight loss can now engage with their surroundings in revolutionary ways. Join us for an enlightening session on how the ARx AI headset is transforming daily navigation and interaction for those who are blind or have low vision.
CNIB GTA Community Hub
1525 Yonge Street
Toronto ON M4T 1Z2
Canada
Want to get the most out of your new iPhone or iPad? Apple’s smart devices are full of handy accessibility features, from magnification to screen reading! CNIB SmartLife is hosting a series where we show you what you can do with your device and customize it for your unique needs. Every Thursday (June 6-27) from 1 to 3 p.m. at the CNIB GTA Community Hub.
CNIB Thunder Bay
229 Camelot Street
Thunder Bay ON P7A 4B2
Canada
If you need some tips on using your iPhone or iPad, CNIB Thunder Bay hosts a monthly drop-in session where a team of volunteer tech coaches are available to help you learn about your iOS accessible features. Fourth Thursday of every month from 1 to 3 p.m. at CNIB Thunder Bay.
CNIB Calgary
10 11A St. NE
Calgary AB T2E 4Z3
Canada
This is a local program available to those in Calgary where you can come and drop-in with your technology related questions. We will provide support with your phone, tablet, or computer inquiries whether you have an Android, Apple, or Windows device. Please feel free to bring in your own devices and we encourage family members to participate and learn, explore, and have fun. Accessible Technology Monthly Q&A Calgary meets on the last Thursday of every month from 2 to 3:30 p.m. at CNIB Calgary.
CNIB Halifax
6136 Almon Street
Halifax NS B3K 1T8
Canada
This is a braille practice group for clients to improve and gain new skills in reading and writing braille. Every Friday from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at CNIB Halifax.
Are you having challenges with using your technology or do you simply have questions about something new? Join this discussion group with others with sight loss where we share ideas and experiences that might be helpful. Many heads are better than one! First and third Tuesday of every month from 1 to 3 p.m. Eastern Time on Zoom.
Come join us, your hosts Kevin, Brian and Pierre, as we resume the widely popular – Tech Talk Tuesday. In these hour-long, weekly Zoom sessions we will discuss accessible technology as well as its practical application in everyday life. You don’t need to know a lot about technology: you can just listen if you like. The group consists of beginners as well as advanced users of accessible technology. All questions and ideas are welcomed. Every Tuesday from 7 to 8 p.m. Atlantic Time on Zoom.
CNIB Halifax
6136 Almon Street
Halifax NS B3K 1T8
Canada
This is a braille practice group for clients to improve and gain new skills in reading and writing braille. Every Friday from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at CNIB Halifax.
CNIB Ottawa Hub
425 Marché Way Suite 104,
Ottawa ON K1S 5H6
Canada
A monthly technology group on assistive devices for Ottawa-area participants. First Friday every month from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the CNIB Ottawa Hub.
Tech Connect is an interactive, engaging and educational program where participants discuss different technologies/apps that can help make life a bit easier! Participants will learn about technologies other participants use and you are then able to ask questions to get help with your own technology/apps. Second Tuesday of every month from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Newfoundland Time on Zoom.
Red Deer Public Library – Downtown Branch
4818 49 Street
Red Deer AB T4N 1T9
Canada
Join us at the Red Deer Public Library once a month. Bring in tech you have questions about. Be a part of conversation with peers about accessibility, and new exciting tech.
Come join us, your hosts Kevin, Brian and Pierre, as we resume the widely popular – Tech Talk Tuesday. In these hour-long, weekly Zoom sessions we will discuss accessible technology as well as its practical application in everyday life. You don’t need to know a lot about technology: you can just listen if you like. The group consists of beginners as well as advanced users of accessible technology. All questions and ideas are welcomed. Every Tuesday from 7 to 8 p.m. Atlantic Time on Zoom.
If you need help with your iOS device or just want to talk tech join our group to learn more or share your expertise! Second Tuesday of the month from 5 to 6:30 p.m. via teleconference.
Are you new to assistive technology? Want to get more out of your smart device or computer? This Zoom workshop is a 2 for 1! The first hour is devoted to structured learning – focusing on basics and beginner topics. Later on, we'll have a volunteer-led, tech-focused Q&A discussion group dealing with a wide range of questions. Come prepared to swap tips and tricks, share about your favorite apps, help one another and strengthen your own skills in the process. Join us while we figure it out – together! This technology group is hosted on Zoom on the second and fourth Wednesday of every month from 1 to 3 p.m. Pacific Time.
CNIB Edmonton
11150 Jasper Ave #600
Edmonton AB T5K 0C7
Canada
BlindSquare is an accessible GPS-app developed for the blind, Deafblind and partially sighted. Paired with third-party navigation apps, BlindSquare’s self-voicing app delivers detailed points of interest and intersections for safe, reliable travel both outside and inside. Join us for a technology workshop all about BlindSquare on Thursday, July 11 from 4 to 6 p.m. at CNIB Edmonton.
CNIB Calgary
10 11A St. NE
Calgary AB T2E 4Z3
Canada
BlindSquare is an accessible GPS-app developed for the blind, Deafblind and partially sighted. Paired with third-party navigation apps, BlindSquare’s self-voicing app delivers detailed points of interest and intersections for safe, reliable travel both outside and inside. Join us for a technology workshop all about BlindSquare on Thursday, July 11 from 4 to 6 p.m. at CNIB Calgary.
CNIB Halifax
6136 Almon Street
Halifax NS B3K 1T8
Canada
This is a braille practice group for clients to improve and gain new skills in reading and writing braille. Every Friday from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at CNIB Halifax.
Are you having challenges with using your technology or do you simply have questions about something new? Join this discussion group with others with sight loss where we share ideas and experiences that might be helpful. Many heads are better than one! First and third Tuesday of every month from 1 to 3 p.m. Eastern Time on Zoom.
Hosted by Steve MacInnes, Tech It Out is a monthly series that demos accessible and mainstream tech. Third Tuesday of every month from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Atlantic Time on Zoom.
Come join us, your hosts Kevin, Brian and Pierre, as we resume the widely popular – Tech Talk Tuesday. In these hour-long, weekly Zoom sessions we will discuss accessible technology as well as its practical application in everyday life. You don’t need to know a lot about technology: you can just listen if you like. The group consists of beginners as well as advanced users of accessible technology. All questions and ideas are welcomed. Every Tuesday from 7 to 8 p.m. Atlantic Time on Zoom.
CNIB Halifax
6136 Almon Street
Halifax NS B3K 1T8
Canada
This is a braille practice group for clients to improve and gain new skills in reading and writing braille. Every Friday from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at CNIB Halifax.
Come join us, your hosts Kevin, Brian and Pierre, as we resume the widely popular – Tech Talk Tuesday. In these hour-long, weekly Zoom sessions we will discuss accessible technology as well as its practical application in everyday life. You don’t need to know a lot about technology: you can just listen if you like. The group consists of beginners as well as advanced users of accessible technology. All questions and ideas are welcomed. Every Tuesday from 7 to 8 p.m. Atlantic Time on Zoom.
Are you new to assistive technology? Want to get more out of your smart device or computer? This Zoom workshop is a 2 for 1! The first hour is devoted to structured learning – focusing on basics and beginner topics. Later on, we'll have a volunteer-led, tech-focused Q&A discussion group dealing with a wide range of questions. Come prepared to swap tips and tricks, share about your favorite apps, help one another and strengthen your own skills in the process. Join us while we figure it out – together! This technology group is hosted on Zoom on the second and fourth Wednesday of every month from 1 to 3 p.m. Pacific Time.
CNIB Thunder Bay
229 Camelot Street
Thunder Bay ON P7A 4B2
Canada
If you need some tips on using your iPhone or iPad, CNIB Thunder Bay hosts a monthly drop-in session where a team of volunteer tech coaches are available to help you learn about your iOS accessible features. Fourth Thursday of every month from 1 to 3 p.m. at CNIB Thunder Bay.
CNIB Calgary
10 11A St. NE
Calgary AB T2E 4Z3
Canada
This is a local program available to those in Calgary where you can come and drop-in with your technology related questions. We will provide support with your phone, tablet, or computer inquiries whether you have an Android, Apple, or Windows device. Please feel free to bring in your own devices and we encourage family members to participate and learn, explore, and have fun. Accessible Technology Monthly Q&A Calgary meets on the last Thursday of every month from 2 to 3:30 p.m. at CNIB Calgary.
CNIB Halifax
6136 Almon Street
Halifax NS B3K 1T8
Canada
This is a braille practice group for clients to improve and gain new skills in reading and writing braille. Every Friday from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at CNIB Halifax.
CNIB Kingston
826 Princess Street
Kingston ON K7L 1G3
Canada
A monthly technology group on assistive devices for Kingston-area participants. Last Tuesday of every month from 12 to 2 p.m at CNIB Kingston.
Come join us, your hosts Kevin, Brian and Pierre, as we resume the widely popular – Tech Talk Tuesday. In these hour-long, weekly Zoom sessions we will discuss accessible technology as well as its practical application in everyday life. You don’t need to know a lot about technology: you can just listen if you like. The group consists of beginners as well as advanced users of accessible technology. All questions and ideas are welcomed. Every Tuesday from 7 to 8 p.m. Atlantic Time on Zoom.
CNIB Halifax
6136 Almon Street
Halifax NS B3K 1T8
Canada
This is a braille practice group for clients to improve and gain new skills in reading and writing braille. Every Friday from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at CNIB Halifax.
CNIB Ottawa Hub
425 Marché Way Suite 104,
Ottawa ON K1S 5H6
Canada
A monthly technology group on assistive devices for Ottawa-area participants. First Friday every month from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the CNIB Ottawa Hub.
Are you having challenges with using your technology or do you simply have questions about something new? Join this discussion group with others with sight loss where we share ideas and experiences that might be helpful. Many heads are better than one! First and third Tuesday of every month from 1 to 3 p.m. Eastern Time on Zoom.
Come join us, your hosts Kevin, Brian and Pierre, as we resume the widely popular – Tech Talk Tuesday. In these hour-long, weekly Zoom sessions we will discuss accessible technology as well as its practical application in everyday life. You don’t need to know a lot about technology: you can just listen if you like. The group consists of beginners as well as advanced users of accessible technology. All questions and ideas are welcomed. Every Tuesday from 7 to 8 p.m. Atlantic Time on Zoom.
CNIB Calgary
10 11A St. NE
Calgary AB T2E 4Z3
Canada
Microsoft Soundscape is a free app that provides travellers who are blind or have low vision with information about places around them in the environment. Soundscape enables you to set audio beacons at familiar destinations and landmarks, and then use 3D audio cues to improve your ambient awareness as you make your way to the destination. As you walk, Soundscape will help you stay aware of where you are by calling out roads and landmarks as you pass them. Join us for a technology workshop all about Microsoft Soundscape on Thursday, August 8 from 4 to 6 p.m. at CNIB Calgary.
CNIB Edmonton
11150 Jasper Ave #600
Edmonton AB T5K 0C7
Canada
Microsoft Soundscape is a free app that provides travellers who are blind or have low vision with information about places around them in the environment. Soundscape enables you to set audio beacons at familiar destinations and landmarks, and then use 3D audio cues to improve your ambient awareness as you make your way to the destination. As you walk, Soundscape will help you stay aware of where you are by calling out roads and landmarks as you pass them. Join us for a technology workshop all about Microsoft Soundscape on Thursday, August 8 from 4 to 6 p.m. at CNIB Edmonton.
CNIB Halifax
6136 Almon Street
Halifax NS B3K 1T8
Canada
This is a braille practice group for clients to improve and gain new skills in reading and writing braille. Every Friday from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at CNIB Halifax.
Tech Connect is an interactive, engaging and educational program where participants discuss different technologies/apps that can help make life a bit easier! Participants will learn about technologies other participants use and you are then able to ask questions to get help with your own technology/apps. Second Tuesday of every month from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Newfoundland Time on Zoom.
Red Deer Public Library – Downtown Branch
4818 49 Street
Red Deer AB T4N 1T9
Canada
Join us at the Red Deer Public Library once a month. Bring in tech you have questions about. Be a part of conversation with peers about accessibility, and new exciting tech.
Come join us, your hosts Kevin, Brian and Pierre, as we resume the widely popular – Tech Talk Tuesday. In these hour-long, weekly Zoom sessions we will discuss accessible technology as well as its practical application in everyday life. You don’t need to know a lot about technology: you can just listen if you like. The group consists of beginners as well as advanced users of accessible technology. All questions and ideas are welcomed. Every Tuesday from 7 to 8 p.m. Atlantic Time on Zoom.
If you need help with your iOS device or just want to talk tech join our group to learn more or share your expertise! Second Tuesday of the month from 5 to 6:30 p.m. via teleconference.
Are you new to assistive technology? Want to get more out of your smart device or computer? This Zoom workshop is a 2 for 1! The first hour is devoted to structured learning – focusing on basics and beginner topics. Later on, we'll have a volunteer-led, tech-focused Q&A discussion group dealing with a wide range of questions. Come prepared to swap tips and tricks, share about your favorite apps, help one another and strengthen your own skills in the process. Join us while we figure it out – together! This technology group is hosted on Zoom on the second and fourth Wednesday of every month from 1 to 3 p.m. Pacific Time.
CNIB Halifax
6136 Almon Street
Halifax NS B3K 1T8
Canada
This is a braille practice group for clients to improve and gain new skills in reading and writing braille. Every Friday from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at CNIB Halifax.
Hosted by Steve MacInnes, Tech It Out is a monthly series that demos accessible and mainstream tech. Third Tuesday of every month from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Atlantic Time on Zoom.
Are you having challenges with using your technology or do you simply have questions about something new? Join this discussion group with others with sight loss where we share ideas and experiences that might be helpful. Many heads are better than one! First and third Tuesday of every month from 1 to 3 p.m. Eastern Time on Zoom.
Come join us, your hosts Kevin, Brian and Pierre, as we resume the widely popular – Tech Talk Tuesday. In these hour-long, weekly Zoom sessions we will discuss accessible technology as well as its practical application in everyday life. You don’t need to know a lot about technology: you can just listen if you like. The group consists of beginners as well as advanced users of accessible technology. All questions and ideas are welcomed. Every Tuesday from 7 to 8 p.m. Atlantic Time on Zoom.
CNIB Thunder Bay
229 Camelot Street
Thunder Bay ON P7A 4B2
Canada
If you need some tips on using your iPhone or iPad, CNIB Thunder Bay hosts a monthly drop-in session where a team of volunteer tech coaches are available to help you learn about your iOS accessible features. Fourth Thursday of every month from 1 to 3 p.m. at CNIB Thunder Bay.
CNIB Halifax
6136 Almon Street
Halifax NS B3K 1T8
Canada
This is a braille practice group for clients to improve and gain new skills in reading and writing braille. Every Friday from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at CNIB Halifax.
CNIB Kingston
826 Princess Street
Kingston ON K7L 1G3
Canada
A monthly technology group on assistive devices for Kingston-area participants. Last Tuesday of every month from 12 to 2 p.m at CNIB Kingston.