Connecting the Dots - Conference Information: Toronto 2025

Join us at Connecting the Dots 2025

Thursday, October 23
10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. 
KPMG Toronto (Bay Adelaide Centre, 333 Bay St.)

Connecting the Dots brings together an extraordinary community of thought leaders, innovators, educators, and advocates—uniting one community in pursuit of a more inclusive, accessible future. Through inspiring keynotes, hands-on demonstrations, and engaging panel discussions, attendees will explore emerging ideas, tools, and strategies that drive progress in education, technology, employment—and beyond. This year, under the theme “One Community, A Future in Focus,” we’re creating space for connection, empowerment, and action. 

At Connecting the Dots, you’ll have the opportunity to:

• Engage in thought-provoking workshops and panel discussions that spotlight the latest trends, research, and innovations shaping the future of accessibility and inclusion.
• Connect with a vibrant community of experts, academics, employers, entrepreneurs, and advocates from across a range of industries and institutions.
• Experience hands-on demonstrations of accessible and assistive technologies that are changing how we learn, work, and live.
• Discover programs, services, and resources designed to support individuals and families impacted by sight loss.
• Join in meaningful conversations about braille with transcribers, producers, and specialists advancing literacy and access.
• Explore opportunities with CNIB’s Come to Work program, which connects job seekers who are blind or partially sighted with inclusive employers across Canada.
• Access tools, resources, and strategies that empower people with sight loss to live independently and confidently.
• Learn how to create inclusive workplaces and recruit employees with sight loss in a way that reflects your commitment to accessibility and equity.

At Connecting the Dots, you’ll learn from the best.

Connecting the Dots brings together an extraordinary community of thought leaders, innovators, educators, and advocates—uniting one community in pursuit of a more inclusive, accessible future. Through inspiring keynotes, hands-on demonstrations, and engaging panel discussions, attendees will explore emerging ideas, tools, and strategies that drive progress in education, technology, employment—and beyond. This year, under the theme “One Community, A Future in Focus,” we’re creating space for connection, empowerment, and action.

Education: Gain insight from leading voices in the field of accessible education. Connect with educators, researchers, braille transcribers and producers, and specialists to explore the latest research, tools, and practices impacting learners who are blind, Deafblind, or have low vision.

Technology: Experience the future of access and innovation—right at your fingertips. Discover breakthrough technologies, adaptive tools, and custom solutions designed to break down barriers and build a more inclusive world. Meet vendors, try hands-on demos, and explore the devices and apps transforming daily life and independence.

Employment: Whether you’re launching your career, looking to advance, or simply exploring your options, Connecting the Dots is your space to build confidence and connection. Discover strategies for navigating the job market, developing your professional profile, advocating for inclusion, and connecting with employers who see your potential.

Wellness: Thriving goes beyond academics and careers—it includes well-being. This year’s conference also shines a light on holistic wellness, with sessions and resources focused on mental health, community connection, self-care, and work-life balance. Join conversations that affirm and support the full lived experience of people with sight loss.

Together, we are one community—with a future in focus.

Stay tuned for finalized program details as we get closer to the event date.

Experience Connecting the Dots from anywhere! Join sessions, network with attendees, visit exhibitor booths, and access all event resources from the comfort of your home. Access the vFairs platform on your desktop or via the vFairs app for a fully immersive virtual experience.