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Meet Our Volunteers

From the caring Canadians who work directly with our participants as Vision Mates, to those who answer the phones or organize events, volunteers are the lifeblood of the CNIB Foundation. Meet some of the amazing people who make up our volunteer team. 

To become a volunteer, complete this Volunteer Interest Form so we can get in touch with you!

Dorothy smiling

Meet Dorothy

Dorothy raises funds that make new programs possible!
Dining and Wine-ing in the Dark, Night Steps to Bakesales! “If I can help raise funds and raise awareness of how CNIB has helped me and can help others, it is worthwhile”
Carol with Verna in a garden.

Meet Carol

Vision Mates like Carol directly help individuals in their community!
Barely a month into my new role, I can’t imagine post-employment life without Verna and Buster.
Alexa

Meet Alexa

I’m a recent graduate of the University of Windsor’s biological sciences and psychology program. It’s been seven months since I started volunteering and I’ve thoroughly enjoyed my experience and the relationship we’ve developed. For more of Alex's story
Charlene Young

Meet Charlene

Giving Back – Charlene Young's Story
For Charlene Young giving back is more than just a passion, it has given her life more meaning.
Veronika and her guide dog

Meet Veronika

Group facilitators like Veronika change lives!
"It helped me make sense and find a purpose for my pain by knowing I was able to help others going through the same experience”