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TTC CNIB Transit Pass Update – 2024

The TTC has extended the expiration date for TTC CNIB cards used by eligible CNIB clients when travelling on the system. TTC CNIB cards that were set to expire on January 31, 2024, will now expire on January 31, 2025. This means that your card is now valid for another year. To activate the new expiration date, simply tap your TTC CNIB card on a PRESTO card reader on a fare gate, bus, streetcar or Wheel-Trans vehicle anytime between January 22, 2024 and April 20, 2024.

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Events

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The Flip Side

February 12, 2025

The Flip Side is a virtual group where participants experiencing vision loss can meet other members of the community and hear directly from them about their accomplishments and the barriers they have overcome in order to make those accomplishments. The Flip Side meets on the second Wednesday of every month from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Newfoundland Time on Zoom.

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Blogs

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Sam Smadella: Bringing Music to the Ears of CNIB Lake Joe’s Virtual Campers

Sam Smadella is a recreational therapist who has always had a passion for helping others. Whether it's in palliative care, child care, or diverse communities, Sam always finds herself making an incredible impact wherever she goes.

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Say #SnoWay and advocate for better snow removal in your region!

As snow blankets our streets and sidewalks, CNIB’s annual “SnoWay” advocacy campaign is back to highlight the barriers that snow and ice create and remind municipalities, businesses, snow removal contractors, and homeowners about their responsibility to clear snow and ice from paths of travel.

Learn more about the SnoWay campaign and get involved

Our Programs

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CNIB Ontario – 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 Ontario throughout the winter!

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Volunteer Opportunities

Accessible Technology Group Facilitator, SmartLife Technology Programs

CNIB SmartLife Technology Programs aims to support the technology needs of people living with vision loss across Canada. With the availability of a wide range of accessible technologies, people with vision loss can accomplish almost any task, provided they have the right device, and the right support!

Volunteer for Accessible Technology Group Facilitator, SmartLife Technology Programs

Resource Development Assistant, SmartLife Technology Programs

CNIB SmartLife Technology Programs aims to support the technology needs of people living with vision loss across Canada. With the availability of a wide range of accessible technologies, people with vision loss can accomplish almost any task, provided they have the right device, and the right support!

Volunteer for Resource Development Assistant, SmartLife Technology Programs