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Minimizing the impact of the Canada Post strike on CNIB participants and donors
The Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) went on strike this morning, Friday, November 15. CNIB is working to minimize the impact the strike will have on Canadians who are blind, Deafblind, or who have low vision, particularly as it relates to the delivery of alternative-format materials provided through our partners at CELA (Centre for Equitable Library Access).
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Kootenay Connections Group
A community-based support group for Castlegar and surrounding area residents that offers ongoing emotional adjustment to vision loss support. Third Monday of every month from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Castlegar & District Community Complex, Columbus Room (2101 6 Ave, Castlegar).
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The Next Generation is Here: Meet Our ‘10 Under 10’!
At CNIB, we believe every child deserves the chance to shine – and we’re determined to break down the barriers standing in their way.
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CNIB Legal Support Offerings
CNIB has expanded its advocacy work to now include legal support – offering both Referral Services and Litigation Grants to help remove barriers to justice. These two legal support offerings will help guide participants through navigating legal challenges and ensure they get access to the legal support they need to challenge iniquities and discrimination.
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CNIB British Columbia – Winter Programs
Register for a program today!
Our free programs are available to people who are blind, Deafblind, or have low vision as well as their families, friends and caregivers. Explore upcoming programs offered in B.C. throughout the winter!
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Volunteer Opportunities
Community Engagement Volunteer – Unsupervised
From classrooms to city hall or speaking to businesses, our Community Engagement Volunteers provide public education and advocacy to help raise awareness about key issues facing the sight loss community and create positive change for people who are blind or partially sighted. Unsupervised Community Engagement Volunteers attend community events and give presentations on behalf of CNIB without direct supervision of CNIB staff and are screened to attend engagements at settings with vulnerable populations (i.e school settings, seniors homes etc).
Community Engagement Volunteer – Supervised
From classrooms to city hall or speaking to businesses, our Community Engagement Volunteers provide public education and advocacy to help raise awareness about key issues facing the sight loss community and create positive change for people who are blind or partially sighted. Community Engagement Volunteers support our advocacy programming and campaigns under the supervision of CNIB staff and do not work directly with vulnerable populations (i.e school settings, seniors homes etc).