From the President’s Desk Welcome to Spring 2025!!!  We truly are subjected to very changeable weather; and how do you think the groundhogs feel, as I am sure pink slips are on the way for those predicting an early spring. March has been a very busy month, and I was honoured to attend our CCB […]

The Canadian Council of the Blind’s 2024 impact report is now available to be viewed. We had a wonderful year and accomplished so much in the community. We would like to thank our members, chapters, volunteers, partners, and sponsors for making this such an impactful year. 2024 Impact Report – PDF Version 2024 Impact Report […]

From the 1st President’s Desk Hi everyone, my name is Leslie Yee, 1st Vice President and it is my pleasure to write the report for March. February has shown us how windy it could be in B.C., record low temperatures in our prairies, and moving East, snow, snow, and more snow! I am sure some […]

The Toronto Public Library has curated a special book list for White Cane Week: “Reading Beyond Vision: White Cane Week”! These books reflect the stories of people who are blind or partially sighted. Explore the myths and realities of blindness, celebrate the achievements of blind athletes, musicians, and activists, or immerse yourself in another galaxy or an […]

From the President’s Desk Happy White Cane Week! It is that time of year where we as proud persons with vision loss celebrate our abilities not disabilities. Our chapters and members across Canada will be showcasing this through public education and awareness campaigns. White Cane Week has been a tradition during the first full week […]

CVICC makes local headlines as teams get ready to play in Sydney, Nova Scotia February 3-7th. Check out the local news at the following links Local Cape Breton news at following link: Canadian Vision Impaired Curling Championships coming to Cape Breton | Information Morning – Cape Breton | On Demand | CBC Listen Local Sydney, Nova […]

Happy New Year! From the President’s Desk While ending 2024 and with the work continuing into 2025, the Council has paved the road for its journey and involvement into the New Year. White Cane Week (February 2 through 8) is always at the forefront of planning and involvement of our members and chapters, and this […]

From the President’s Desk While finishing October with Thanksgiving, beginning November with Remembrance Day, moving forward to International Day of Persons with Disabilities on December 3rd, all signs now appear to point us in a direction of Christmas, and all of the celebration that become a part of that wonderful time of the year. Let […]

For Immediate Release: November 21, 2024 Ontario Announces Significant Improvements to the Assistive Devices Program Ottawa, Ontario – The Canadian Council of the Blind (CCB) is proud to share a significant advancement for Ontarians with vision loss following the announcement of the proposed Cutting Red Tape, Building Ontario Act, 2024. This legislation, introduced as part […]

As we pause to honor the brave men and women who have served and sacrificed for our freedom, we remember their courage, resilience, and dedication. Remembrance Day is a time to reflect on the profound impact of their service on our lives and to ensure that their legacy lives on. From Jim Tokos, National President:“While […]