Programs and Activities
CNIB is active in every region of Canada, with staff and volunteers working in offices in Alberta and Northwest Territories, and often traveling to provide support to people in their homes and in rural communities.
In this section, you can find information about the various events, programs, services, resources and volunteer opportunities available in your community.
Upcoming Events:
Open House and Technology Fair
Join CNIB to discover the latest technology available for people who are blind, partially sighted and deafblind. We will showcase technical devices and low vision aides available from Humanware. A representative will be available to answer your questions and demonstrate equipment.
Do you have questions about your vision loss? Do you want to access a CNIB service or learn more about what CNIB can do for you? You can pick up information, get new ideas or speak with our staff members.
Date: Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Time: 12:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Location: CNIB Lethbridge Office at 410 Stafford Drive South
For more information, call CNIB at 403-327-1044
What’s New:
- CNIB applauds Alberta government approval of new treatment for leading cause of vision loss
CNIB congratulates the Alberta government for the recent decision to include Lucentis, a groundbreaking treatment for wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD), under the provincial drug benefit list. The decision means Lucentis is now covered by provincial supplemental health plans. Read the full release here
- Specialized Technical Equipment Program (STEP)
For Albertans in need of a helpful product or technical device for use at home. Deadlines for application to the STEP program are May 31, September 30 and January 15