In Memory of The David onley, a Strong Voice for Tearing Down the Many Barriers Still Impeding People with Disabilities It is with great sadness that we inform the community of the passing of former Ontario Lieutenant Governor David Onley. Onley was a close friend and patron of the CCB and was awarded the President’s […]
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Advertisement: Discover a variety of phones designed with accessibility in mind on Canada’s best national network. Plus special savings are available for customers with accessibility needs. Learn more. bell.ca/network Bell. VISIONS Canadian Council of the Blind Newsletter November 2022 “A lack of sight is not a lack of vision” From the President’s Desk While we
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Alan Low and Gail Attara , along with their respective teams, have created a COVID-19 Resource Hub. Everything you need to know about COVID-19, including information on symptoms, prevention, testing, treatments, and variants is available in one place at www.badgut.org/covid-19. The site includes active links to each province and territory so you can quickly learn your eligibility
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The Council of Canadians with Disabilities are looking for 15 volunteers to partake in a research project to inform accessibility standards for heritage buildings under Federal jurisdiction in Canada.An honorarium will be provided to those who become part of the working group. For further information and registration, please see the following document. Registration closes September 15, 2022.
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The CCB GTT Program is a national training and support program that facilitates increased independence with the help of efficiently utilized accessible technology. The CCB GTT Program has enjoyed tremendous success since its inception, and has adapted quickly and seamlessly to the unique needs and challenges of its participants. The programs main component consists of
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The Mobile Eye Clinic (MEC) is an initiative to bring regulated optometrists to schools, youth centres, seniors’ residences, and community health centres to perform essential eye exams. The purpose of this vital program is to get people the regular exams they need to maintain their eye health and to detect eye diseases early to prevent
