Upcoming Events

Try a new sport! The Oshawa Curling Club is recruiting new members. The group practices every Tuesday at the Oshawa Curling Club.

A support program for parents of children with sight loss, combined with interactive family recreational events. The group meets on the last Sunday of the month. 

Check out a guided yoga class to improve your mind, body and spirit. We provide the mats! Classes are held every Wednesday in the Craft Room.

Meet new people. Learn something new! Mix and mingle. Each monthly meetup will have a different theme, topic or outing. Join us in December to learn more about tax credits and benefits, including ones designed for persons with disabilities.

Singers, musicians, music fans - come jam! Join us for a night of live music and experience the unique joy that only music brings. Bring an instrument, your voice, or just a love of music. The group meets on the second Tuesday of the month. 

Learn to play guitar at The Hub! One-hour classes beginning at 3 p.m., 4 p.m. or 5 p.m. Guitar enthusiasts of any skill level are welcome and you don’t need to own a guitar. Our visually impaired instructor Joe Bernard teaches in a patient, inclusive environment. The group meets every Thursday. Registration required.

Calling all book lovers! Spend an afternoon in the company of friends discussing the book of the month. The CCB group meets on the third Wednesday of the month.

Check out a guided yoga class to improve your mind, body and spirit. We provide the mats! Classes are held every Monday.

Join other Ontario Youth for a monthly meetup via Teleconference. Learn, engage and share among peers across the province. Chat about a new topic and collaborate to develop new friendships, new skills and initiatives in your community.

A support group for blind/partially sighted parents. From infancy to adulthood - blind mothers and fathers can learn, explore, and share their triumphs, challenges, tips and stories among peers in a supportive environment. Meet in person or via teleconference, the second Wednesday of the month. 

'Tis the season! Make the holidays bright with CNIB this December 9th at Dundas Square.
Join us and grab a hot chocolate. Meet some of our CNIB advocates. Greet our Guide Dog puppies. Buy a raffle ticket to win a gorgeous 1950 vintage Ford Coupe car. Hang a new ornament on our very bright and very yellow holiday tree!

How to get that…. "I nailed that interview" feeling!  Let's talk about your interview successes and tools that will enhance your employment opportunities.

Join the Ministry for Seniors and Accessibility for a webinar to learn more about accessible transit in Ontario. Accessible transit not only means providing barrier free travel for persons with disabilities but is also about making it possible for seniors to remain independent and active in their communities.

The Accessible Technology team at the CNIB Hub would like to invite you to our end-of-year event! Join us as we revisit some of the best tech moments of 2019. We'll be reviewing the various topics that were covered during the year as well as talking about what to expect in 2020.

Learn new skills that current employers are expecting when it comes to being prepared to compete with other talent in the new emerging workforce.

Learning through competition! The Braille Challenge is the only academic competition of its kind in North America for students who are blind or partially sighted. Braille Institute developed the Braille Challenge to motivate students to practice and hone their braille literacy skills, which are essential to academic and employment success. If your child is interested in testing their braille skills in reading, writing and spelling, join us at the CNIB GTA Community Hub for a fun, free event with food and prizes for the entire family and workshops for parents. Any braille-using students in Ontario can participate.

The CNIB Foundation proudly presents its signature Toronto gala, Night at the Carnival on March 26th, 2020. We invite you to join us for a splendid experience where guests will sip champagne cocktails and sample hors d'oeuvres as extraordinary musicians, contortionists, floor acrobats, jugglers, and others dazzle with their magnetic performances. It will be an unforgettable evening not to be missed in Toronto's vibrant downtown core!

June 1-4, 2020: Northern Exposure (NorEx) is an opportunity for you to engage in activities in a safe, accessible and fun environment that support the learning outcomes of the physical education curriculum.

June 15-19, 2020: Start your adventure high atop the canopy on a challenge course before you head into the wilderness for a multi-day canoe trip in Algonquin Park. Facilitated by skilled staff, you will paddle, portage, cook outdoors and camp while connecting with nature and other like-minded individuals.

June 15-19, 2020: Join like-minded young adults on the shores of beautiful Lake Joseph for a chance to relax, unwind and have fun! This five-day, four-night experience will include a combination of workshops, leisure activities and social events. Compete in an Amazing Race, participate in a murder mystery or book club, and enjoy classic summer camp activities in beautiful Muskoka.

June 28-July 3, 2020: Choose your specialization for the week as you learn new skills while developing confidence and independence in a safe and supportive environment.

June 28-July 3, 2020: Test your mettle in the wild! Wilderness Immersion for Leadership Development (WILD) is an adventure program where you will work cooperatively with others on a multi-day canoe trip in Algonquin Park.

July 5-11, 2020: Escape and spend a week on the shores of beautiful Lake Joseph in Muskoka. Whether you are seeking adventure or relaxation, we have something for you.

July 12-18, 2020: Escape and spend a week on the shores of beautiful Lake Joseph in Muskoka. Whether you are seeking adventure or relaxation, we have something for you.

July 19-25, 2020: Our family program gives you and your family an opportunity to enjoy the beauty of Muskoka together. Activities are available for all ages and there are also events just for adults, youth and kids.

July 26-August 8, 2020: Gain job skills while having fun at our two-week program designed to develop leadership skills and empower youth to take an active role in camp life.

July 26-31, 2020: Pushing Limits for Active Youth (PLAY) is for those who want to have fun experiencing different sports at CNIB Lake Joe.

July 26-31, 2020: Want to try a triathlon, or work on paddling skills? This goal-based program is aimed at athletic development. You will receive one-on-one coaching from experts and instructors who will help guide you to achieve your performance goals through specialized sports programs.

August 2-8, 2020: Our family program gives you and your family an opportunity to enjoy the beauty of Muskoka together. Activities are available for all ages and there are also events just for adults, youth and kids.

Aug 10-14, 2020: Be the change! Connect with other youth with sight loss from across the country and join in on the conversation.

August 18-22, 2020: Enjoy our four-night, five-day adult mini-camp to get a taste of the Lake Joe experience.

August 23-29, 2020: New this year, Family Week 3 will be devoted to families with children who are blind or partially sighted. In addition to the classic camp activities offered during other family weeks, this program will include workshops for parents. Go for a dip in the lake, take a tandem bike for a spin, go fishing, cruise the lake or relax by the campfire. There's something for everyone!

August 30-September 5, 2020: Escape and spend a week on the shores of beautiful Lake Joseph in Muskoka. Whether you are seeking adventure or relaxation, we have something for you.

October 2-4, 2020: In this program you and your child will be partnered with an angler to explore fishing opportunities in Muskoka! You will learn different techniques and strategies on the hunt for the big one while participating in fun challenges throughout the day. Fish on!

October 5-9, 2020: Enjoy our four-night, five-day adult mini-camp to get a taste of the Lake Joe experience.