The Voice of the Blind in Canada.

14 Chamberlain Avenue, Suite 2
Joined April 2010
Thank you to everyone who stopped by the #CCB #GTT booth at the Vision and Hearing Resource Fair that was held in #Surrey, #BC, on September 26, 2026! A special thank you goes out to the Surrey Central Lions Club and the CCB BC-Yukon division for hosting the event!
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Join us for free at the Vision and Hearing Resource Fair! The fair will have demonstrations of accessible technology, light snacks, door prizes and fun activities. Join us at the Fleetwood Community Centre, 15996 84 Ave, Surrey, BC, on September 26, 2026, from 11 AM to 3 PM.
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📢 Les inscriptions sont ouvertes pour la série de webinaires Au-delà du diagnostic de la CCB! Série virtuelle GRATUITE offrant info, ressources et soutien pour les personnes touchées par la perte de vision. 👉 Inscrivez-vous : buff.ly/5ti4RSZ #SantéOculaire #CCA
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📢 Registration is now open for CCB's Beyond the Diagnosis Webinar Series! Don't miss this FREE virtual series packed with practical information, resources, and support for anyone affected by vision loss. 👉 Register today: buff.ly/5ti4RSZ #VisionLoss #EyeHealth #CCB
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The Canadian Council of the Blind (CCB) national office will be closed on Monday, May 18, in observance of Victoria Day. 🇨🇦 We will reopen during regular business hours on Tuesday. Wishing everyone a safe and happy long weekend! ☀️ 💙
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During Mental Health Week, CCB is reflecting on the power of social connection. Supportive communities have a lasting impact on mental health and well-being. As we work toward a more accessible Canada, we must strengthen inclusive spaces. For more info: mentalhealthweek.ca
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Thank you to our incredible volunteers this Volunteer Appreciation Week. Your time and dedication make a real difference. 💙 Merci à nos bénévoles extraordinaires en cette Semaine de l’appréciation des bénévoles. Votre temps et votre engagement font une réelle différence. 💙
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Our annual report is here! Thank you to our members, volunteers, donors, partners, and sponsors whose support makes the work we do possible. You can read the 2025 Annual Report at the following links: PDF: buff.ly/skvaQJ0 Word Document: buff.ly/W2SGx1Q
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Scholarship Opportunity! The Alliance for Equality of Blind Canadians (AEBC) is now accepting applications for the 2026-2027 AEBC/Allyant Scholarship Program. The deadline is Friday, May 29th, 2026. The application package can be downloaded from: buff.ly/3mEUQZu.
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Join @CNIB to attend a special Touch Tour Airspace: Art of the Landfill by Jordan Danger, her newest exhibition. Thursday, April 9th, 12:30-2:00pm 101 Centrepointe Dr., Ben Franklin Pl. A Touch Tour for CNIB participants + sighted guides. Register here: buff.ly/W2k0lnn
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Upcoming Event in Peterborough, ON. TandemEyes Cycling Club is hosting their official kick off and orientation meeting on Sunday, April 19th from 10am until 12pm at the Holiday Inn Peterborough (Saffron Room). Please RSVP by emailing: [email protected]
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Attention birders and nature-lovers! Experts and amateurs alike are invited to register for Birdability's annual Blind Birder Birdathon from May 3rd-4th, 2026 and tune in to the sounds of as many birds as possible. For more information: buff.ly/xNX6KBc
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Event Announcement! From March 21st-22nd, Common Boots Theatre in Toronto, ON. is hosting Joy in My Ears, a Blind and Low-Vision accessible audio-led theatre festival. For more information, find the program at the following link: buff.ly/KCc5hfC
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For International Women’s Day 2026, the Canadian Council of the Blind recognizes the leadership and contributions of women who are blind, Deafblind, low vision, or living with vision loss. Justice, rights, action for all women and girls! #IWD2026 #IWDCanada #GiveToGain
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The House of Commons Finance Committee approved changes to Bill C-15 that reinstate protections for free literature for people who are blind and reduce postage fees for library materials under the CPC Act. More info: CELA: buff.ly/3FrzRmL NNELS: buff.ly/kTEy7b9
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The CCB is hosting a second presentation on Balance, this time as a Webinar, focusing on practical ways to improve stability and reduce fall risk for people with vision loss! When: Mar 5, 2026 Time: 7:30 PM NLST; 6 PM EST; 3 PM PST Interested? Contact: [email protected]
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The CCB is hosting a free Zoom presentation on balance, especially relevant for people with vision loss who want to move more safely and confidently as they age. Anyone can attend! When: Feb 19, 2026 Time: 8:30 PM NLST; 7 PM EST; 4 PM PST Interested? Contact: [email protected]
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🏆 Congrats to the Natalie Morin rink (Alberta), champions of the 2026 CVICC in Edmonton, and our new Team #Canada! They defeated the Fraser Hiltz rink (BC) for gold 🥇. BC takes silver 🥈, and the Louise Gillis rink (NS) claims bronze 🥉. Curlers head home after the banquet! 🥌
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Final day at the CVICC is here! 3 playoff games this morning, followed by the 2 finals this afternoon. The curling all week has been outstanding. Huge credit to everyone involved! Live results: buff.ly/ZpiEHqr Gold medal game live @ 1pm MST today: buff.ly/iuEdAy2
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The round robin is complete at the 2026 #CVICC! Team #Alberta leads the standings, but Team #Canada is heading into playoffs tomorrow, ready to defend their national title! Scores & standings: buff.ly/kdmmd2h Final livestream tomorrow at 1 PM MST: buff.ly/iuEdAy2
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