Alliance for Equality of Blind Canadians

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I spent a year and a half using smart glasses—from Ray-Ban Meta to Meta Oakley Vanguard—to see what they actually offer for people who are blind. Honest pros, cons, and practical realities from lived experience. Read the full review: wix.to/qasTGMe
#SmartGlasses #AssistiveTech #BlindCommunity

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Join us for our BC Chapter's 6th Annual Trivia Fundraiser and support scholarships for students who are blind, deafblind, and partially sighted! It's going to be an afternoon of laughter and learning, so don’t miss out!
Learn more: wix.to/XO8CWwo
#Trivia #Fundraiser #BlindCanadians

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Today is World Braille Day! Louis Braille changed the world with his revolutionary system of reading and writing for the visually impaired. Dive into his legacy and its relevance in our digital world: wix.to/NceGAt8
#LouisBraille #Accessibility

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From everyone at AEBC, we wish you a very Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! Listen to our audio greeting made specially for all our members and friends: www.blindcanadians.ca/podcast/epis...

An Empowering Message from International Disability Alliance (IDA) President, Dr Nawaf Kabbara, on 3 December 2025, the International Day of Persons with Disabilities As we close 2025, I speak not only as President of IDA but as one person within a global community whose dignity, rights, and futures continue to be treated as an afterthought. This message is address...

An empowering message from Dr Nawaf Kabbara, President of the International Disability Alliance, on the importance of dignity & rights for persons with disabilities. Together, we can create a meaningful impact. wix.to/1bSCDVz
#DisabilityRights #IDPD2025
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Johnny demonstrating a martial arts move

And last but certainly not least, our final speaker introduction for our IDPD Conference! Johnny Tai is a blind and partially deaf Canadian-Taiwanese artist, martial arts instructor, and disability advocate. To learn more about Johnny Tai visit his websites at johnnytiger.com and tigertactile.com

YouTube video by ANewsVanIsland Blind Pianist Sky Mundell's Got Talent

We are excited to have Sky Mundell providing musical entertainment for us at our upcoming IDPD Conference! Check out this video showcasing Sky's incredible talent!
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Karoline with her guide dog

We are so close to our IDPD Conference on Saturday, so it's time to introduce our 2 main speakers! First up is Karoline Bourdeau. Karoline, accompanied by her guide dog Raven, will join us to speak on the topic of AI. Karoline is a popular speaker and a member of the Triple Vision podcast team.

A Step Forward in Accessible Air Travel – New Standardized Form Launching in 2025 We are very pleased to announce some good news on the air travel front—something we have been pushing for, and something AEBC raised directly at the 2024 Air Accessibility Summit.Canada’s four major a...

Good news for travellers who rely on medical-related accommodations when flying. Air Canada, Air Transat, Jazz, and WestJet have agreed to use the same medical form beginning Dec 3. wix.to/0A4e5iK
#AccessibleTravel
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Today marks International Day of Persons with Disabilities — a moment to lift up the voices, rights, and leadership of people with disabilities in every community. Access isn’t a favor. It’s a shared responsibility. When barriers come down, everyone gains.

#IDPD2025 #InclusionBenefitsEveryone

AEBC Board Director Linda Bartram and other members of the Victoria Accessibility Advisory Committee assessing the accessibility of the Crystal Pool facility in Victoria, BC. There are two white cane and two wheelchair users, along with Victoria EDI office staff, sporting red hoodies which say “National AccessAbility Awareness Week, Nothing About Us Without Us, City of Victoria Accessibility Advisory Committee." Everyone pictured here with visible and invisible disabilities is working in some capacity.

It’s Giving Tuesday! Join us—Inclusion Benefits Everyone. Consider a gift of any amount to support our work. Donate: blindcanadians.ca/donate or at CanadaHelps.org
E-transfers: accounting@blindcanadians.ca Thank you for helping build a more accessible Canada.
#GivingTuesday2025

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Introducing Amber Kaur--another panelist joining us on December 6th! Amber is a Business Administration student at Nova Scotia Community College studying inclusive design, assistive technology, and equitable systems. Follow Amber on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/amber-kau...
#IDPD2025

A Mini Memoir By Louise Johnson About Louise JohnsonLouise Johnson is a long-time member of the AEBC BC Affiliate, a recently appointed National Board Member, and a dedicated advocate for people who are blind or partially sighted. T...

This Giving Tuesday, your support makes stories like Louise's journey of self advocacy possible. Louise has become a dedicated advocate & AEBC has been there for her-mentoring and guiding along the way. wix.to/ZuTzYyq #Advocacy #Accessibility #GivingTuesday2025
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Yagiz Boran will be joining us on our panel on December 6! Yagiz is an international, physically disabled professional and community advocate with lived experience as a leukemia survivor and wheelchair marathoner.

A smiling Alicia wearing a pink and white checkered sun dress and holding her white cane.

Introducing you to another one of our amazing guest panelists joining us on Dec 6th at our IDPD Conference. Alicia Grace Chenier! Alicia is a blind actor, filmmaker, accessibility consultant & Disability Studies student. Follow Alicia on Facebook & Instagram at Alicia Grace Official. #IDPD2025

Ben Fulton and his guide dog

As we lead up to our IDPD Conference, we want to introduce our speakers & panelists. First up is Ben Fulton--a blind, Toronto-based Human Rights lawyer. Ben is passionate about disability rights activism and helping people understand their rights and how to fight for them. @benlawmedia.bsky.social

Canada Post’s Delivery Accommodation Program: A Reminder for Members As the Christmas and holiday season approaches, our mail tends to increase. Canada Post has a Delivery Accommodation Program that can help when getting to your mailbox becomes difficult. For some memb...

The holiday season is coming, and mail delivery increases! If you find accessing your mailbox difficult, don’t forget about Canada Post’s Delivery Accommodation Program. Learn more about here: wix.to/v9ipKyE
#CanadaPost
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When inclusion leads, everyone moves forward This year, AEBC has continued doing what we do best—making Canada more inclusive for people who are blind, Deafblind, and partially sighted.Over the past few months, we have trained advocates, pushed ...

When inclusion leads, everyone moves forward. Thank you for standing with us and for believing in a Canada where accessibility benefits all. Read more: wix.to/xuIbJhh
#GivingTuesday2025 #IDPD2025 #InclusionBenefitsEveryone
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AEBC has signed on to the following statement from the National Disability Network regarding Budget 2025. 27% of Canadians left without a plan to participate in the economy. wix.to/q4aA0kC
#DisabilityInclusion #Budget2025

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Join us for the 9th Annual International Day of Persons with Disabilities Conference! Register now: wix.to/TxGPKZr #InclusionBenefitsEveryone #IDPD2025
Thank you to our partners and sponsors! TRAILBLAZERS Tandem Cycling Club, Ontario Council for International Cooperation, Baker McKenzie!

Budget 2025 highlights opportunity to unlock Canada’s untapped talent, say national blindness organizations National blindness organizations welcome the federal government’s focus on skills and workforce development, but say greater inclusion of people with disabilities is key to Canada’s economic success.F...

The 2025 Budget shines a light on the importance of including all Canadians in the workforce, particularly those with disabilities. Read our joint statement along with The Canadian Council of the Blind and CNIB . wix.to/fgxrBgc
#Budget2025
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Wearing the Poppy with Meaning Each November, Canadians pause to remember the men and women who served and sacrificed in times of war, conflict, and peacekeeping. The poppy, small and bright against our coats, remains one of the mo...

Each November, we pause to remember the brave men and women who served. The poppy stands as a significant symbol of this remembrance. Discover the meaning and tradition behind wearing the poppy. Read more at tinyurl.com/2erdrw85
#RemembranceDay #Poppy
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Getting Started with Podcasts Podcasts are a great way to listen to stories, interviews, and news on almost any topic you can think of. They’re especially popular in the blind and low vision community because they’re built around ...

Podcasts are fantastic for the blind and low vision community! Read about how to access podcasts and our recommended list of popular disability sector programs: wix.to/qq3m3wW
#Podcasts #AudioStories
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Beyond One Month: Why Blindness Awareness Must Extend All Year (and Why the 2025 Federal Budget Is a Key Moment) AUDIO VERSIONEach October, we mark World Blindness Awareness Month—a time to highlight the experiences of blind, low-vision and Deafblind Canadians. It’s an opportunity to shine a light on barriers, c...

Blindness Awareness Month is coming to a close. However, awareness for blindness and low vision shouldn't just last a month. It's about pushing for changes that make a difference all year round. wix.to/zwjBD6D
#BlindnessAwarenessMonth
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How to Interact Respectfully with a Blind Person (Without Being Awkward) Most people mean well — they just don’t always know how to help. When meeting someone who’s blind or is partially sighted, the fear of saying or doing the wrong thing can make interactions tense or awkward. The truth? It doesn’t have to be complicated.Respect and good manners go a long way. Here are a few simple ways to make sure your good intentions come across the right way. 1. Speak Normally — Not Louder or SlowerBlindness doesn’t affect hearing. You don’t need to raise your voice or exaggera

When meeting someone who's blind or partially sighted, your intentions matter! Here are simple ways to make sure your good intentions come across without being awkward. wix.to/oG3qVmF #Respect #Inclusion #Accessibility #BlindnessAwarenessMonth
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Building Awareness and Community at the Vancouver Vision and Hearing Resource Fair By Chantal OakesAEBC’s BC Affiliate was pleased to participate as a vendor at the Vancouver Vision and Hearing Resource Fair held on September 27, 2025 at the Lions Den in Vancouver. The event was hos...

Big shoutout to everyone who attended the Vancouver Vision and Hearing Resource Fair! Read more about our day at the fair here: wix.to/1nFIPMW
#VisionFair #CommunitySupport
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How Technology is Changing Life for People Who Are Blind At the Alliance for Equality of Blind Canadians (AEBC), we believe technology should empower, not exclude. Over the past decade, innovation has transformed what independence and inclusion look like fo...

Discover how technology is revolutionizing the lives of people who are blind. From smartphones to navigation apps, innovation is breaking barriers and fostering independence! Read more here: wix.to/bhBtMAL #TechForGood #Inclusion #WorldBlindnessAwareness
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Happy Thanksgiving Canada! We’re feeling thankful to live in a country that continues to value and celebrate diversity. At AEBC we know there’s always more work to do but we’re grateful to be part of a community that believes in inclusion and equality for everyone.

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Blindness portrayals in movies and TV: what’s getting better, what still misses the mark. Read it here: wix.to/5EaJk6M
#RepresentationMatters #BlindnessInFilm #BlindnessAwarenessMonth
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We need a fully funded Canada Disability Benefit.
We’re joining Daily Bread Food Bank and a coalition of partners in calling on the federal government to fully fund the Benefit to help lift Canadians with disabilities out of poverty. Join us and take action at www.FundTheBenefit.ca
#FundTheBenefit