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Visions Newsletter

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Visions – December 2025

From the President’s Desk Welcome to that time of year where cold weather and snow become evident across Canada. In Ontario we have had early snowfalls this year, sending the retail business into a Christmas frenzy. Cities across Canada have completed Santa Clause parades, hence decorating downtown areas to mirror the Griswald’s idea of lighting […]

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Visions – November 2025

From the First-Vice President’s Desk As we move into November, I’m pleased to share highlights from a powerful month of advocacy, connection, and reflection. National Conference Recap: “Act Now, Act Together” On October 9, the CCB hosted its national conference in Toronto under the powerful theme “Act Now, Act Together.” This inspiring event brought together […]

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Visions – October 2025

From the President’s Desk While we cherish the beginning of the autumn season, we welcome October, a monumental month for the Council and its members. On October 9th, we celebrate World Sight Day with our vision partners, with a gala event in Toronto and you can find more details on this event below in this […]

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Visions – September 2025

From the President’s Desk I would like to begin by wishing everyone the best for the upcoming fall season, and hope your summer was adventurous and safe. I would be remiss if I did not mention on behalf of all at CCB; that we hope all of our members and their families have not been […]

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Visions – Summer 2025

From the President’s Desk Summer is finally here! As the country shifts into summer mode, I hope all members are re-charging their batteries and getting to spend some relaxing time with family and friends over the next couple of months. This is a bonus summer newsletter edition to tie our members over until September, when […]

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Visions – June 2025

From the President’s Desk Awakening this morning to brilliant sunshine and warmer temperatures aligns us better with the Month of June. It is understood, although May has been a very busy month, it has been somewhat uncomfortable in Southern Ontario, where Mother Nature has stalled her efforts to welcome Spring into fruition. While many of […]

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