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 […]

From the President’s Desk While we say goodbye to Thanksgiving and trick or treating, a lot of our Chapters and groups are planning ahead for Christmas celebrations. This means many will be getting together with peers at Chapter functions of all kinds. This is so encouraging, and I thank everyone for their forward thinking and […]

Welcome to CCB’s Fall/Winter 2024 issue of White Cane Magazine and Vision Health Month.Check out this issue to: Accessible in Word and PDF formats, this issue is packed with valuable insights, updates, and community stories. Enjoy the Read!

The State of Vision Health in Canada Conference Wednesday, October 30, 202410 am – 2 pm (EDT) Vision Health Conference 2024 WATCH THE CONFERENCE This conference presented the results from the newly-released Report Card Part 2, undertaken by the Canadian Council of the Blind (CCB) and Fighting Blindness Canada (FBC), which is a follow-up to the Report Card Part 1, released in October 2022. The report provides an update on the current state of vision health in Canada and what we can anticipate as we move forward from the post-pandemic era. The report offers insights into the key issues affecting...

CCB 1st Vice President Leslie Yee sits down with Hometown PTBO to discuss her service to the blind and low-vision community in Peterborough. It’s a must-listen! https://youtu.be/FRpdtY6WEIs?feature=shared

From the President’s Desk While the fall/winter season is evident with the daylight hours becoming shorter, and the weather changing, the Council welcomes its many Chapters and Members who are starting back with their social events including sports, recreational activity, and peer engagement. The CCB members are blessed with a wide range of activities available […]

Congratulations to the Canadian Council of the Blind Peterborough Chapter on opening their new office, which includes a lending library! If you’re in the Peterborough area, be sure to schedule an appointment to explore the amazing assistive technology they offer for individuals with low vision or blindness