CNIB Foundation - PEI

Offers a variety of reading and writing braille courses via correspondence. Course material in print or braille is provided in hardcopy or via download. Students work at their own pace. Examples of courses includes: Reading and writing contracted and uncontracted braille UEB (Unified...

Provides braille transcription services. Includes items such as: Letters and greeting cards Household labels Music scores Course materials Prescription/medical information

Provides variety of virtual recreational programs for children with sight loss to connect with peers to socialize while learning or playing. Includes: Listening to live reading Singing and dancing together Playing game and more

Provides a free festive dinner to CNIB clients to celebrate the holiday ambience. CNIB clients are welcome to bring a guest to enjoy the evening together. Time and location for 2024: Charlottetown Party is held at the Winslow Lions Club, 14 Campbell Road Charlottetown on November 30th fro...

The card provides discounts and services from governments, businesses, and community partners. Benefits vary by location but may include: Free municipal transit passes Free or discounted air, train and bus fares for Card holder or sighted guide Free or discounted events and attrac...

Provides confidential telephone and email support as well as information to help access the right programs and services such as support groups, and assistive technologies.

Provides in-person and online programs to Canadian youth with sigh loss to develop pre-employment, leadership, independence and social skills.

Provides scholarships to support students who are blind, deafblind, or have low vision for pursuing a master's degree.

Provides variety of recreational in-person and online programs. Includes: Seated dance fitness Book club Yoga Social meet up Guitar meet up (In-person meeting hosted locally at Charlottetown office) Music (music appreciation meet up etc.) Amateur Radio Game meet up ...

Provides financial support for extraordinary veterinary expenses, support to attend conferences and meetings related to guide dog issues, and support available to assist with legal fees related to guide dog access rights.Extraordinary veterinary expenses include emergency or unexpected expens...

A guide dog is partnered with individuals with sight loss to help with mobility and fosters independence by avoiding obstacles, stopping at curbs and steps or navigating traffic. Once application is received, applicants undergo an orientation and mobility assessment and an in-home assessmen...

Online training for vision accessibility features on an iPhone, iPad or iPod touch. Topics include: Low vision VoiceOver Calls, texts, emails Siri Web browsing Writing Seeing Artificial Intelligence (AI) app Learning platform is provided by Hadley Institute.

Provides year round online and phone camp programs. Includes: Coffee/tea chats Arts and crafts Reading room Pub night Improve Club Sports talk Afternoon games Meditation Song writing Karaoke and talent show Campfire singalongs Camps change throughout the ...

A variety of overnight summer camps offered for kids and adults living with sight loss. Located in Muskoka, Ontario, camps blend recreation and skills development. Examples of activities include: Make a splash: fishing, canoeing, stand-up paddleboarding, boating, waterskiing, wakeboardi...

Provides a two-week summer transformational opportunity for youth with sight loss to learn and develop skills for their academic and job-seeking goals. Includes: Leadership skill Independence skill Pre-employment skill Social skills Connecting with like-minded peers Educ...

Provides a virtual support group for parents of a child living with vision loss, in a more rural community. Common questions and concerns are covered during the meeting. Topics include: Inclusive activities Advocacy Transportation Financial assistance School inclusion ...

Provides variety of virtual peer support groups for individuals with sigh loss, their family and friends to connect with peers for support, mentorship. Includes: General virtual meet up to make connection Indigenous peer support group LGBTQ2S+ support group Diabetes and vision ...

Provides free smartphones for people with sight loss. Training videos on how to use accessibility features on an iPhone, iPad or iPod touch are available online. Phones are subject to availability.

Provides multiple scholarships and bursaries to support individuals who are blind, deafblind, or have low vision to cover post-secondary studies. By Submitting an application, applicants will automatically considered for any eligible scholarships based on the criteria.

Online sales of hundreds of products that can make life easier after a loss of sight.

Provides in-person and online social event for individuals with sight loss, their family and friends. In-person gatherings are hosted in Charlottetown, Summerside and Montague. Meeting location and time vary. Virtual coffee chat is delivered via Zoom every Friday at 10am. In-person activities...

Staff will demonstrate how to use different assistive devices such as: Google Home Amazon Echo Desktop and handheld digital magnifiers Computer programs such as Zoomtext and Jaws iPad, iPhone voice over training and more

Online entrepreneur resource that provides tips and inspiration to help individuals with sight loss succeed in their business venture. Includes: Podcast App to learn about being an entrepreneur Partners and opportunities Business plan tips and more

Online collection of articles, books, videos, list of services and information related to sight loss. Includes: Accessible environments guidelines Eye care, safety, health and diseases Facts on blindness in Canada Blindness at work Library services for people with sight loss...

Provides weekly hour-long walking group. Walks are followed by a cup of tea and treat.