CNIB Card

Provided by: CNIB Foundation - PEI - AKA: Formerly Canadian National Institute for the Blind
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Service Description

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 attractions admissions for Card holder or sighted guide
  • Additional accessibility services from banks and other business
  • Proof of disability for some government programs and tax benefits

Note: The CNIB card is not considered valid acceptable identification since it is not issued by any type of government authority.

Information

Eligibility:
Eligible for a CNIB card if you are legally blind, meaning:

-Visual acuity is 20/200 or less in both eyes after correction, and/or
-Have a visual field of 20 degrees or narrower
Fees:
Yes * $10 processing fee
How to Access:
Call or email
Documents Required:
Proof of sight loss, such as a doctor's note * Color passport-style photo taken within the last six months *
Program Email:
info@vlrehab.ca
Program Phone Numbers:
Language:
English
Website:
https://www.cnib.ca/en/cnib-card?region=pe
Coverage Area:
Epekwitk / Prince Edward Island

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