Foundation
TAA Supports CNIB
Founded in 1918, the CNIB Foundation is a non-profit organization driven to change what it is to be blind today. They deliver innovative programs and powerful advocacy that empower people impacted by blindness to live their dreams and tear down barriers to inclusion. Their work as a blind foundation is powered by a network of volunteers, donors and partners from coast to coast to coast.
CNIB empowers Canadians who are blind, Deafblind, or who have low vision to live the lives they choose. Each year, they connect with individuals from all age groups and regions of the country, providing programs and services that cater to their unique needs. In the 2023-2024 fiscal year, CNIB served 12,270 unique participants, an increase of more than 15 per cent from the previous year. These numbers reflect individuals actively tracked through our program registration and attendance, though many more benefit from our community outreach and resources.
Their Commitments
Increase understanding and dispel misconceptions
Lack of awareness about the realities of life with blindness and sight loss is the underlying barrier that creates most of the issues for the people we serve across all parts of their lives – issues from lack of employment opportunities to accessibility barriers to unequal education experiences to social exclusion.
Remove barriers and create safe journeys
People with sight loss continue to loudly voice that transportation barriers are among the greatest they face, whether they live in rural or urban environments.
Support parents and kids in and out of the classroom
Kids who are blind or have low vision aren’t receiving the classroom support they need to excel, while parents who are blind are often unable to participate in their children’s education, as assignments, report cards, and other critical communications aren’t provided in accessible formats. At the same time, parents report a distinct lack of awareness about sight loss among medical professionals, which leads to a lack of information, resources, and guidance.
Want to get involved?
Keep an eye out on our events calendar for foundation events and fundraisers.
Here are volunteer opportunities available through CNIB:
Resource Development Assistant, SmartLife Technology Programs
Accessible Technology Group Facilitator, SmartLife Technology Programs
Bilingual Judge (or Judging Team) for the CNIB Braille Creative Writing Contest
Puppy Finisher – CNIB Guide Dogs
Puppy Starter – CNIB Guide Dogs
Puppy Raiser – CNIB Guide Dogs
Other ways to get involved:
- donate old eye glasses through the Lion's Club (click here for a drop off location near you)
If you want to help or have any other ideas on how to contribute please contact us at dgtorontoalumnae@gmail.com
