Ontario

Through the Know Your Rights Project, CNIB has developed plain language legal information and resources (fact sheets, videos, training, etc.) to empower Ontarians who are blind, partially sighted or Deafblind to better understand their rights, navigate the Ontario legal system and self-advocate to challenge discrimination. The project began in the fall of 2018 when the development of these important resources was graciously funded by the Law Foundation of Ontario.

How do you feel when you're discriminated against because of your sight loss? Join us for a 9-part journey where Jacob Charendoff hosts informative conversations with people who have encountered discrimination and reaches out to lawyers and experts for their input. Know your rights and learn more about the legislation, resources and laws in Ontario that can help you challenge discrimination.

Guide dogs belong everywhere. It’s the law. Under Ontario’s Blind Persons’ Rights Act, it’s an offence to deny guide dog handlers access to accommodations, services and facilities that are normally available to the public.

Learn more about Ontario’s Blind Persons’ Rights Act and how Ontario police can support guide dog handlers who experience access denials.