

Braille and literacy

Why braille = literacy
This section explains the relevance, usage and importance of braille for people with sight loss and the braille services available for CNIB participants. Learn about our braille services and the importance of braille.

Readasaurus kit
Get practical tips to help kids with sight loss learn to love books and reading.

Braille creative writing contest
An annual braille creative writing contest for Canadian elementary and secondary students.
Braille resources
Resources for youth, families, educators or anyone interested in learning more about braille and literacy options for those with sight loss.
Third level terms

Braille services and courses
For 100 years, CNIB has been providing services to people impacted by blindness. We believe in braille as a tool to literacy and we have lots of services to support braille learning.