CALGARY, AB – July 14, 2025 – CNIB is launching an innovative pilot project that will revolutionize career development accessibility for Canadians who are blind or have low vision. In partnership with IAXOV Inc., CNIB Alberta and Northwest Territories is pioneering the implementation of the CNIB STRATEVITA Platform as part of its Come to Work initiative, delivering the world's first fully accessible, voice-enabled career development ecosystem designed specifically for the blind and low-vision communities.
The CNIB STRATEVITA Platform represents a paradigm shift in how career services are delivered to individuals who are blind or partially sighted. Built on IAXOV's foundation of "hand-crafted continuous skills-investment management," the platform leverages sophisticated automated intelligence to create personalized career pathways that honour unique aspirations and individual capabilities.
"This pilot project embodies our commitment to ensuring that every Canadian who identifies as blind or low vision has equal access to meaningful employment opportunities," said Shoko Kitano, Executive Director of CNIB’s Come to Work program. "Through our partnership with IAXOV and their innovative STRATEVITA platform, we're not just providing tools – we're changing attitudes and tapping into the full potential of Canadian talent through accessible technology.”
The CNIB STRATEVITA Platform distinguishes itself through comprehensive accessibility features that eliminate traditional barriers to career development, including:
- Voice-First Design: Navigate the entire platform using natural voice commands, ensuring accessibility for users with varying levels of vision and technical experience.
- Intelligent Skills Assessment: Comprehensive evaluation systems that identify individual strengths and growth opportunities through personalized assessments tailored to each user's unique circumstances.
- Dedicated Career Coaching: Direct connection to specialized career coaches who provide personalized guidance throughout the entire career development journey.
- Automated Intelligent Matching: Advanced algorithms that connect users directly with employment opportunities aligned to their skills, preferences, and career aspirations.
- Real-World Scenario Practice: Interactive scenario-based training, including critical workplace situations such as disclosure conversations, preparing users for confident professional interactions.
- Strategic Career Investment Reports: Detailed analytics providing actionable insights and recommendations for continued professional growth and development.
- Hyper-Personalized Employer Recruitment: Employers can post positions directly within the platform, leveraging STRATEVITA's automated intelligence to create unprecedented precision in candidate matching based on verified skills, accessibility requirements, and career aspirations.
"We are honored to partner with the CNIB Foundation in delivering truly hand-crafted career development solutions," said Lance Douglas, CEO at IAXOV Inc. "STRATEVITA's bespoke architecture allows us to create deeply personalized experiences that mirror the exceptionality and tailored precision our clients deserve, while ensuring complete accessibility for all users."
The pilot project will track key performance indicators including user engagement, employment placement rates, career advancement metrics, and accessibility satisfaction scores. Success metrics will inform the potential expansion of the CNIB STRATEVITA Platform to other provinces and territories across Canada. Initial pilot participants will gain access to the platform through CNIB Alberta and Northwest Territories' established networks, with comprehensive onboarding support ensuring successful adoption across all experience levels and technical backgrounds.
About CNIB
CNIB is a non-profit organization driven to change what it is to be blind today. We deliver innovative programs and powerful advocacy that empower people impacted by blindness to live their dreams and tear down barriers to inclusion. Our work as a blind foundation is powered by a network of volunteers, donors, and partners from coast to coast to coast. To learn more about our work and impact, visit cnib.ca.
About IAXOV Inc.
IAXOV Inc. develops proprietary automated intelligence solutions focused on verifiable understanding and algorithmic transparency. The company operates on three core principles: Algorithmic Integrity, Verifiable Cognition, and Trust as Bedrock. IAXOV's solutions span multiple domains, with STRATEVITA serving as their continuous skills-investment management platform. The company specializes in creating explainable automated intelligence systems that provide transparent, auditable insights for decision-making across various industries. Learn more at iaxov.com.
Media Contacts:
Courtney Groot
Email: media@cnib.ca
Phone: 403-617-0489
IAXOV, Media Relations
Email: media-relations@iaxov.com
Phone: 866-774-2968
Note to Editors: High-resolution images, executive interviews, and platform demonstrations are available upon request. The CNIB STRATEVITA Platform can be accessed for media preview at cnib.stratevita.com, as well as a fully audible version of this press release. IAXOV is pronounced eye-ox-ov.
This press release contains forward-looking statements about the pilot project's expected outcomes and potential expansion plans. Actual results may vary based on pilot performance and participant feedback.