Upcoming Events

Join us for one-on-one training sessions for a variety of popular, accessible technology options including smartphones, tablets, smart home devices and so much more. Ask questions and learn more about your technology in a dedicated time slot - just you and your instructor. Online sessions run via Zoom web conference or telephone by appointment only. Call in information will be given upon registration.

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.

Does your family include a 5-10-year-old in the early stages of learning braille?  CNIB has a program to support your family on this braille literacy journey!  Find out why braille is important and learn the basics yourself, get quick tips and tricks from other parents, and explore easy, inexpensive and fun ways to support a love of braille in your family. Get your free package, while supplies last!

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.

Join your Lake Joe pals for some friendly conversation with your afternoon tea on Thursdays from 1 to 2 p.m. Eastern time!

Bingo is fun for all ages. It's a game of chance and there is no skill involved! An opportunity to play bingo in a virtual way! Join us for telephone bingo. As long as you have a bingo card or two at home to use, you will be ready to play. This group runs via teleconference every Thursday 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Eastern Time. Call in information will be given upon registration.

Interested in meeting other members of the LGBTQ2S+ community who are also blind or partially sighted? Join the CNIB LGBTQ2S+ Social Group! The group meets monthly to discuss topics chosen by the group. This group meets via Zoom web conference on the fourth Thursday of every month from 2 to 3 p.m. Eastern Time. Call in information will be given upon registration.

Join AFB for a series of curated webinars focused on the most pressing issues and topics affecting the blind and low vision communities, pairing prominent speakers with younger voices. June 24 Conversation: Inclusion, Intersectionality, and the Future of Work

Come join us for this engaging life coaching series, hosted by certified life coach Veronika Kanya, to learn and have fun. You will gain insight into personal development, neuroscience and more in this engaging and fun series. This program runs via Zoom conference on the fourth Thursday of the month from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Central Daylight Time. Call in information will be given upon registration.

Join Fitness & Fun to get energized and active! Within these classes we will explore the many different ways to move your body through stretching, aerobics and cardio, seated chair workouts, upper body and lower body focused exercises, and more. All fitness levels welcome! This program runs via Zoom web conference on the second and fourth Thursday of every month from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Eastern 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.

As we celebrate all the decades during our 60th Anniversary, in June we're going to get radical and take the 80's to the max! Fun for all ages, Join us the last Thursday of each month from 3 to 4 p.m. Eastern Time.

BALANCE for Blind Adults Presents: Postural Alignment and Yoga Classes with Fazia Ackbarali. Many of us are familiar with the discomfort that comes from stubborn or chronic neck and back pain. Did you know that yoga can offer corrective and rehabilitative support to help you? Certified advanced yoga instructor Fazia Ackbarali, will leads classes with a focus on back care, pain reduction, and corrective posture. Fazia takes the time to offer 1-on-1 instruction to participants during the sessions and encourages feedback and questions throughout; the result is a supportive learning environment where peers learn from each other as well as the instructor!  Classes are being held via Zoom biweekly on Tuesday's and Thursday's at 3 p.m. (ending August 5). Spots are limited so register now!  

Each participant brings an item to the meeting and describes their object. You have to decide if they're lying or telling the truth!  This game runs via Zoom web conference on Thursday, June 24 from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time. Call in information will be given upon registration.

Are you an emerging or aspiring writer? Discuss or share your personal creative writing projects. Poetry, essays, memoirs ... anything you are working on.  

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. 
 

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 second and fourth Thursday of every month from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Eastern Time. Call in information will be given upon registration. 

Grab your Apple device and come join us for this introductory session where we will explore the basics from turning on your device to identifying which accessibility features are best suited for you. This is part one of a four-part series of group sessions that will help guide participants through the basics of using an iPhone and iPad (as well as understanding and using the built-in accessibility features). This group meets via Zoom web conference or teleconference on every Thursday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Eastern Time. Call-in information will be given upon registration.

BALANCE for Blind Adults Presents: “On the Same Page." This monthly book club is for readers and bookworms alike who are looking to explore different genres, titles, and to just have fun with it. Led by fellow community member Carol, this book club meets on the last Thursday of every month at 7:30 p.m. Eastern Time.

Registration required. To register for this program, please follow this link to the Zoom online registration form.

Whether sitting or standing, kick start your morning with some quick and easy exercises on Fridays from 9-9:30 a.m. Eastern time!

Join us for one-on-one training sessions for a variety of popular, accessible technology options including smartphones, tablets, smart home devices and so much more. Ask questions and learn more about your technology in a dedicated time slot - just you and your instructor. Friday sessions run via Zoom web conference by appointment only. Call in information will be given upon registration.

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.

Join CNIB’s Public Policy Team for a weekly advocacy trivia session! We break down headlines from Canada and around the world with weekly current events trivia, followed by a thematic trivia topic where we dive deeper into the world of government and advocacy. The group engages in lively and educational conversations about complex topics related to advocacy. This program runs via Zoom web conference every Thursday from 1 to 2 p.m. Eastern Time. Call in information will be given upon registration.

This is a safe and supportive place for guide dog handlers from across the country to get together and chat. Share the joys and challenges of being a guide dog handler as well as tips to keep our guide dogs happy and engaged. This group runs via Zoom web conference biweekly on Friday from 1 to 2 p.m. Eastern Time. Call in information will be given upon registration.

Embrace your creativity with us on Fridays from 1 to 2 p.m. Eastern time!

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.

Weekly call-in social group. Each session will have a topic of discussion that changes each week, topics range. This program is designed for those 19+. This group runs via Zoom web conference every Friday from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Pacific Time. Call in information will be given upon registration.

Accessible yoga for most skill levels from the comfort of your home. 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.

BALANCE for Blind Adults Presents: Dungeons and Dragons Board Game Group! Join BALANCE for an interactive fantasy board game group where storytelling and single-character play, set on a loosely medieval world, takes players on the adventure of a lifetime! This group meets every Friday from 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Come join us every other Friday for Song Bingo Game Night! All you need to participate is access to phone or Zoom and a bingo card at home or online!  Each Song Bingo Night will have a different musical theme! Feel free to play as a family or house, you could even make a night of it by dressing up to match the theme! There will be prizes for the first 3 bingo winners and for the person who names the most tunes! This program is designed for participants of all ages.

Do you have a sport or fitness goal and are unsure of how to go about achieving that goal? Would you like to play the sports your family and friends or favorite sports teams do? Do you need help knowing where to start and how to access the resources in your community? Well, there is no time like the present! The Velocity-Collaborative Sports Solutions program is designed to be a 1 on 1 short term mentoring program. We are here to help you as you advocate, adapt, and find essential resources to play the sport you love and reach any goal you dream of!

The World Blind Union Youth Committee is hosting a virtual World Blindness Summit for youth (ages 18-25). The summit will feature exciting speakers discussing topics relevant to youth, such as employment, leadership, equality, fitness, and so much more!

Join us for a trip back into the world of old-time radio with OTR Rewind. Featuring comedies, dramas and a variety of programs from the time when network radio was king and every buddy tuned in for their entertainment. Shows will originate from the Thirties through the eighties. You are welcomed to briefly comment between shows or just sit back and enjoy the vast variety presented by your host Kelly MacDonald. This group runs via Zoom web conference biweekly on Saturday from 12 to 1:30 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 3 p.m. Call in information will be given upon registration.

Build upon the success of last year‘s Trans Canada step challenge where we collectively walked 8 million steps across the country. Now we are upping our game!

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 Sunday of every month from 1 to 2 p.m. Eastern Time. Call in information will be given upon registration.

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

Love gardening or would love to know more about gardening? Join this group weekly to share ideas, tips and the joy of gardening and listen to guest speakers! The group meets via Zoom web conference every Monday from 1 to 2 p.m. Eastern Time.

Join us every Monday to start learning and practicing some beginner French together. We will find different ways to incorporate learning French into the session, whether it be through song or exercises. We are excited to learn and have fun together! This group runs via Zoom web conference every Monday from 3 to 4 p.m. Atlantic Time. Call in information will be given upon registration

Accessible yoga for most skill levels from the comfort of your home. 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.

A weekly online group, facilitated by Ability4Good Calgary, providing a safe environment for children and youth to build connections and friendships with peers across Canada. We will explore different indoor activities, online games, arts and crafts, baking, and other fun activities. We will be using a safe online platform to facilitate the group. Youth Group (ages 8-11) meets every Monday from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Mountain Time via Zoom web conference. 

Join us to gain exposure to languages and cultures from other lands. Language and culture are intertwined so every time we learn a new language, we will also be learning about the broader culture that comes with it. This eight-week program meets via Zoom web conference every Monday from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Eastern Time.   Call in information will be given upon registration.

Do you want to learn how to play piano? Join us for a weekly piano series workshop for beginner players. This program will take place for seven weeks and all you need is access to a piano or keyboard. Space is limited! This piano class meets via Zoom web conference every Monday (June 14 to July 26) from 7 to 8 p.m. Eastern Time. Call in information will be given upon registration. 

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

A weekly online group, facilitated by Ability4Good Calgary, providing a safe environment for children and youth to build connections and friendships with peers across Canada. We will explore different indoor activities, online games, arts and crafts, baking, and other fun activities. We will be using a safe online platform to facilitate the group. The Teen Group (ages 12-17) meets every Monday from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Mountain Time via Zoom web conference. 

Come join us to hear the Manitoba Youth Council host presentations and discussions on different topics for parents. This group meets via Zoom conference on the last Monday of every month from 7 to 8 p.m. Central 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.

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.