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CNIB free programs for people who are blind or partially sighted (and their families)

CNIB free programs for people who are blind or partially sighted (and their families) is a free service run by CNIB for Canadians who are blind or partially sighted, as well as their families, friends and caregivers, of all ages. Checked on the official page on October 11, 2026.

You likely qualify if: Blind or partially sighted; Family, friends and caregivers also welcome.

Ongoing. See the online calendar for what is on in your community.

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CNIB runs free programs for people who are blind or partially sighted: daily living skills, children and youth groups, employment workshops, recreation, peer support and technology training. A mobile hub brings in-person programs to communities at no cost.

Who qualifies

Canadians who are blind or partially sighted, as well as their families, friends and caregivers, of all ages.

You likely qualify if:

  • Blind or partially sighted
  • Family, friends and caregivers also welcome

How to apply

  1. Apply on their website.
  2. Questions? 1-800-563-2642
  3. Come back here and tell us if it worked.

Where else they are

Their website is cnib.ca/en/programs-and-services.

Good to know

  • CostFree
  • LanguagesEnglish, French
  • Their stepsOpen the CNIB programs page and pick Live, Play, Work, Learn or Tech. Check the online calendar for what is on in your community. Call 1-800-563-2642 to ask about a program near you.

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What to bring

  • Contact CNIB to join a program

Dates

Ongoing. See the online calendar for what is on in your community.

Source

Checked on October 11, 2026 on the official page

Run by CNIB.

We read this on their own website on October 11, 2026. Read from: cnib.ca/en/programs-and-services.

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