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CNIB Partners With THE TEN SPOT® To Launch Braille Nails in Support of Braille Literacy
TORONTO, January 5, 2026 – January is Braille Literacy Month in Canada, a time to recognize braille as a cornerstone of literacy, learning, and independence for people who are blind, Deafblind, or have low vision. To mark the month, CNIB is partnering with THE TEN SPOT® to launch Braille Nails, a national fundraising initiative that invites Canadians to support braille literacy through creativity, conversation, and giving.
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Tuesday Zoom Coffee and Chat
This informal coffee chat group is a chance to socialize virtually and meet new people. It’s a relaxed and inclusive group where everyone is welcome. Every Tuesday from 10 to 11 a.m. Atlantic Time on Zoom.
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Join the CNIB Lake Joe Team this Summer!
As we look ahead to a busy and exciting Summer 2026, we’re building a strong team of staff, volunteers, and leaders who will help create unforgettable experiences for our guests.
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CNIB Legal Support Offerings
CNIB has expanded its advocacy work to now include legal support – offering both Referral Services and Litigation Grants to help remove barriers to justice. These two legal support offerings will help guide participants through navigating legal challenges and ensure they get access to the legal support they need to challenge iniquities and discrimination.
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Volunteer Opportunities
Senior Techmate – Empowering Connections
Join CNIB’s volunteer team! We’re looking for 10 compassionate and reliable Senior Techmates (55+) who are technologically savvy to work with seniors living with vision loss from January 2026 until March 2026.
Breeder Carer – CNIB Guide Dogs
Volunteers are a critical part of our guide dog program, and we’re always in need of volunteer puppy raisers and boarders. With support from CNIB Guide Dogs staff, you would play a vital role in bringing future CNIB guide dogs into the world by caring for one of our adult dogs from 12 months of age through the end of their breeding career, as well as supporting whelping and the early socialization of puppies up to 12 weeks old.