Upcoming Events

Microsoft offers free online certification courses where you can learn the fundamentals of their platform (e.g. Office 365). Each certification consists of passing a series of exams to earn certification.

Come to Work partners often approach CNIB with opportunities for people to engage in user experience testing. As day-to-day users of a variety of tools, we would like to seek out people who many be interested in participating in such activities. Each project is distinct and will have terms around it. It could be a focus group, active testing of concepts with developers, or it could be even more involved.

Would you love to get an email each week with a little bit of inspiration, motivation and examples of how people living with sight loss are stepping outside their own comfort zones, all in pursuit of living a life that they choose? Breaking through stereotypes, taking on new challenges, connecting with their communities and sharing practical tips on how they are doing the things they once thought "I can't do that!"?

Kids, use your braille skills at home or school to complete fun challenges including crafts and creative writing! Register to get your package, before March 10. Complete at least one Quest by March 31 to be eligible for the prize draw! Instructions will be provided in uncontracted and contracted braille and will be mailed to you.

LightHouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired is pleased to announce applications for the annual Holman Prize for Blind Ambition for 2022 are now open! Now in it’s sixth year in 2022, the Holman Prize for Blind Ambition annually awards three blind people from anywhere in the world, up to $25,000 each to carry out an incredible idea that will shatter misconceptions about blindness.

Come together and talk about a song you must listen to on a certain day – a song that helps you out during a certain emotion or just to get going in the morning. This group runs via Zoom web conference biweekly on Wednesday from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Newfoundland Time. Call in information will be given upon registration.

Parents of Children between the ages of three and six are invited to sign their children up for an exciting new program that combines socialization, creative play and entertainment!  This new program, the Zoom Zoom Room will give your child with sight loss the chance to chat and interact with others experiencing visual impairment or blindness. They will feel part of a nationwide community while playing games, listening to stories and collaborating on creative projects. Program facilitators will enlist professional authors and entertainers to keep content engaging.  This group runs via Zoom web conference every Wednesday from 6 to 7 p.m. Eastern Time. Call in information will be given upon registration.

The music social is a themed radio-style night of music appreciation, where participants give song requests to the hosts and we listen to music, chat, and answer trivia questions together! Join us for a night of music, fun, and games! This group runs via Zoom web conference on the fourth Wednesday of every month from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Eastern Time. Call in information will be given upon registration.

Join us for a virtual Lake Joe campfire with traditional campfire songs and stories. Fun for all ages! This group meets via Zoom web conference every Wednesday from 7 to 8 p.m. Eastern Time. Call in information will be given upon registration.

Join us for coffee, snacks and chatter! Kick back and relax over a cup of java and some great conversation. This group runs via Zoom web conference and teleconference every Thursday at 10:30 a.m. Newfoundland Time. Call in information will be given upon registration.

Grab a coffee and come chat each week about local things in the Burlington & Hamilton area. This group meets via Zoom web conference every Thursday from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Eastern Time. Call in information will be given upon registration.

A bi-weekly peer phone support to discuss different social and emotional issues each individual is facing due to vision loss. Sharing tips and tricks with one another. This group is for the Sault Ste. Marie/Algoma residents. The  peer support group meets biweekly on Thursdays from 1-3 p.m. Eastern Time. Call in information will be given upon registration.

Come join us if you are interested in gaining more personal power, deeper confidence, deeper awareness and a deeper sense of harmony in your life! A mix of lecture style & group discussions sessions on topics of believes, values, self talk, awareness and emotional intelligence. This program runs via Zoom conference on the last Thursday of the month from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Central Daylight  Time. Call in information will be given upon registration.

Join other blind and partially sighted individuals for a discussion of the Bible. Make new friends, or deepen existing friendships, find support from your peers and develop more theological insight and biblical understanding. This group meets via teleconference every Thursday from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Central Time. Call in information will be given upon registration.

This monthly series will cover all things Voiceover on iPhones and iPads. We will discuss things like using VoiceOver with the Messages app, using the VoiceOver rotor, and using VoiceOver with the Mail app just to name a few. Each session will feature 20 minutes of presentation content and 40 minutes of interaction. This technology workshop meets via Zoom web conference on the last Thursday of every month from 3 to 4 p.m. Eastern Time. Call in information will be given upon registration.

You're smarter than you think you are! Test your trivia limits at our monthly trivia sessions! Fun for all ages! Join us the last Thursday of each month from 3 to 4 p.m. Eastern Time.

Join us for to talk all things gaming for people living with sight loss. Come prepared to learn and bring all your questions and experience to share as well! This gaming group meets via Zoom web conference on biweekly on Thursday from 6 to 7 p.m. Eastern Time. Call in information will be given upon registration.

CNIB Unbound is a virtual book club for anyone interested in accessible literacy. Housed on Facebook, the club gives members an interactive community where they can read together, swap notes and perspectives on what they've read, and talk about all things books – from their favourite writers to the latest accessible reading technologies on the market.  Members get together every Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. Eastern Time over Zoom. Zoom meeting information is posted on the Facebook Group.

Join us for a blast from the past! Bring your friends and join us for a fun game of family feud. This group runs via Zoom web conference on the second and fourth Thursday of every month from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Eastern Time. Call in information will be given upon registration.

Adaptive Dance instructor, Tiffany Tjosvold, will be leading a zoom-based, high energy, seated dance class for participants ages 19 and up. This class is suitable for all fitness levels. This group runs via Zoom web conference every Thursday from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Pacific Time. Call in information will be given upon registration.

Join us to play games, chat, and make new friends. Please note that this program is for individuals between 10-14 years of age. The group meets online via Zoom web conference every Thursday from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Eastern Time. Call in information will be given upon registration. 

Join us to play games, chat, and make new friends. Please note that this program is for individuals between the ages of 15-21. The group meets online via Zoom web conference every Thursday from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Eastern Time. Call in information will be given upon registration. 

BALANCE for Blind Adults is excited to once again bring back professional playwright and screenwriter Alex Bulmer for this popular creative writing workshop that will get you past your blank screen, writing, and opening up new ideas you might not even know you have. Through a series of writing prompts and exercises, participants will enjoy the act of creative writing, together. 

Love trivia? This group is for you and the trivia is always different each week. The group meets via Zoom web conference every Friday from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Eastern Time. Call in information will be given upon registration.

This class is designed for yogis of all levels. Instruction is delivered in Mandarin and Cantonese and is highly descriptive to accommodate participants with vision loss. No experience required. The instructor will provide modifications so bring a chair or a mat – whichever works better for your body! This yoga class runs via Zoom web conference every Friday from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Eastern Time. Call in information will be given upon registration.

Join us every Friday for a virtual meet up in the prairies with a friendly bunch of people looking to connect with others across the country! This group meets via teleconference every Friday from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Central Time. Call in information will be given upon registration.

Music Therapist, Emily Brown, will be hosting a weekly call-in session where we will practice the art of mindfulness through the practice of music. We will listen/play music together and then participate in reflective and relaxation activities focused on mindfulness and relaxation. This program is designed for those ages 19+. This group runs via Zoom web conference every Tuesday from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Pacific Time. Call in information will be given upon registration.

Accessible yoga for most skill levels from the comfort of your home.  Check out accessible yoga if you are looking for a classic yoga class with descriptive prompts. Designed for people with vision loss, the instructor will verbally walk you through all the poses and movements. Please bring a yoga mat, a bottle of water, and your breath! This yoga class runs via Zoom web conference every Monday & Friday from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Eastern Time. Call in information will be given upon registration.

Are you looking for ways to manage stress or would like additional resources to help you relax? Join us virtually every Saturday for a half-hour of guided instruction for stress-reducing yoga poses.
This yoga program runs via Zoom web conference every Saturday from 12 to 12:30 p.m. Central Time. Call in information will be given upon registration.

A support group for blind/partially sighted parents.  From infancy to adulthood - blind mothers and fathers can learn, explore, and share their triumphs, challenges, tips and stories among peers in a supportive environment. The group meets twice monthly in order to accommodate busy schedules. This group runs via Zoom web conference on the second Wednesday of the month from 7 to 8 p.m. Eastern Time and the last Saturday of the month from 2 to 4 p.m. Call in information will be given upon registration.

Achilles Ottawa is a national capital-based running club which is creating a community of support for runners who are blind or partially sighted.

Gather together to talk about all things related to gardening.  Each session will have a topic and learn from others who have "green thumbs" and those who are new to the hobby. This gardening group meets via Zoom web conference biweekly on Monday from 1 to 2 p.m. Eastern Time.

Join Sarah Coates, Public Programmer at The Royal Canadian Regiment Museum, to discuss the early years of The Royal Canadian Regiment’s history.  Explore the regiment’s early creation as an instructional school for the Canadian Militia and its evolution to a mature army unit. We will discuss The Regiment’s place in the North West Field Force and the Yukon Field Force and its experiences in South Africa as part of the first Canadian unit deployed overseas: the 2nd (Special Service) Battalion. Please be advised that you must register for all programs. We kindly ask you to RSVP a minimum of 1 full business day before the start of the program. This museum visit meets via Zoom web conference on Monday, January 31 from 2 to 3 p.m. Eastern Time. Call in information will be given upon registration.

This 6-week workshop aims to reduce uncertainties and stress around communication in different contexts and give participants the opportunity to build their skills and practice in a safe setting. Some of the tools and strategies that will be developed in this workshop include, assertive communication, self-advocacy strategies, active listening, public speaking and creating a safe space. The goal is that at the end of this program, participants will be able to apply these skills in their everyday life and more actively engage in occupations that are important to them!

Accessible yoga for most skill levels from the comfort of your home.  Check out accessible yoga if you are looking for a classic yoga class with descriptive prompts. Designed for people with vision loss, the instructor will verbally walk you through all the poses and movements. Please bring a yoga mat, a bottle of water, and your breath! This yoga class runs via Zoom web conference every Monday & Friday from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Eastern Time. Call in information will be given upon registration.

There are many strong emotions that can get in the way of our self-advocacy goals. During the month of February, we'll come together for an interactive three part-series facilitated by registered therapist Malini Ondrovcik. Each session will focus on the feelings that can rise during self-advocacy and skills for coping with these emotions. We'll discuss inaction, reaction, and empowerment and provide resources, tips, and trick to harness emotions for powerful advocacy.  This advocacy series runs via Zoom web conference Monday, January 31, February 7  & 14 from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Call in information will be given upon registration.

Music Therapist Erin Koop hosts weekly sessions on Zoom for children and youth participants across the country. These interactive sessions are filled with songs, stories, and more!  Get ready to make some music!  This group runs via Zoom web conference every Tuesday from 2 to 2:45 p.m. Pacific Time. Call in information will be given upon registration.

Get your head in the game and join us for some weekly Bingo fun on Mondays from 7 to 8 p.m. Eastern Time!

A support program for parents of children with sight loss, combined with interactive family recreational events. This group meets via Zoom web conference on the last Monday of every month from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Eastern Time. Call in information will be given upon registration.

Join us on Zoom Tuesday mornings, 9-10 a.m. Eastern Time for conversation, laughter, and a chance to reminisce about your favourite CNIB Lake Joe memories. Pour yourself a coffee, tea, or beverage of choice, login and connect with your friends from Lake Joe.

If you are a morning person, join in on CNIB’s weekly coffee chat group that occurs every Tuesday morning. This is a warm and welcoming group that has been getting together for quite some time. New people are always welcome. We chat about everyday life and get to know each other in the meantime. This group runs via Zoom web conference every Tuesday from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Atlantic Time. Call in information will be given upon registration

Are you craving that social interaction you normally get from going for coffee, attending meetings or going shopping? We are here to provide a safe alternative. We’ll get to know each other, share some good news stories, and discuss practical tips for staying healthy and connected. Join us on Tuesday mornings from 10 to 11 a.m. Eastern Time for a friendly group chat. Call in information will be given upon registration.

Join your event host who will play a selection of audio clips that will serve as a launchpad for discussion. These interesting audio clips will inspire, motivate, or get you thinking. Nothing controversial, just positive topics. This program runs via Zoom web conference every Tuesday from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Eastern Time. Call in information will be given upon registration.

This monthly peer support group will connect you with other people living in the Brockville area who have experienced sight loss. Enjoy a variety of guest speakers and take part in social activities. This group runs via Zoom web conference on the first Tuesday of every month from 1 to 2 p.m. Eastern Time. Call in information will be given upon registration.

Are you having challenges with using your technology or do you simply have questions about something new? Join us for a forum discussion by teleconference. Tech successes are welcome too! Many heads are better than one! The technology drop-in session meets via Zoom web conference on the first and third Tuesday of every month from 1 to 3 p.m. Eastern Time. Call-in information will be given upon registration.

Music Therapist, Emily Brown, will be hosting a weekly call-in session where we will practice the art of mindfulness through the practice of music. We will listen/play music together and then participate in reflective and relaxation activities focused on mindfulness and relaxation. This program is designed for those ages 19+. This group runs via Zoom web conference every Tuesday from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Pacific Time. Call in information will be given upon registration.

Like word games? This group is for you so come play word games led by our game show hosts and join in the laughter. The group meets via Zoom web conference every Tuesday from 1 to 2 p.m. Eastern Time. Call in information will be given upon registration.

Join us every Tuesday for Advocacy spotlight – an 7-week program where we'll highlight and discuss a different advocacy topic every week. Learn about advocating in the areas of customer service, employment, education, healthcare, housing, transportation, and social media.  This weekly advocacy series runs via Zoom web conference every Tuesday (January 18 to March 1) from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Eastern Time. Call in information will be given upon registration.

Music Therapist Erin Koop hosts weekly sessions on Zoom for children and youth participants across the country. These interactive sessions are filled with songs, stories, and more!  Get ready to make some music!  This group runs via Zoom web conference every Tuesday from 2 to 2:45 p.m. Pacific Time. Call in information will be given upon registration.

Chair yoga is a good option for anyone with injuries or with mobility issues. You will need comfortable clothing and a sturdy chair without arms or armrests for this class. Techniques include breath work, gentle movement with repetition, postures, sitting meditation and relaxation. No experience required. This yoga class runs via Zoom web conference every Tuesday from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Eastern TIme. Call in information will be given upon registration.