Travel the World From Your Kitchen
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The CCB will raise funds under its Kitchens of the World™ cookbook program in an effort to aid in the much needed assistance to the Haitian Society for the Blind; and to people with vision loss in Haiti.
We have recently been informed that Dr. Michel Pean, President of the Haitian Society for the Blind, is unharmed, although his home and office have been damaged and many friends and family have lost relatives and neighbors.
Haiti is featured in the cookbook and a special Haiti page has been set up so the proceeds can be earmarked and dedicated to the project.
For a donation as low as $ 5.00 CDN the Haiti chapter can be downloaded specifically.
Canadian residents qualify for a tax receipt.
White Cane Week 2010
This year’s White Cane Week is going to be very exciting and lots of fun! Events include our sixth annual Canadian Vision Impaired Curling Championship, and countless local activities. Please continue to visit the CCB website to keep yourself updated on the many exciting events that will be taking place from February 7-13.
2010 Canadian Vision Impaired Curling Championship
The 6th Annual Blind and Vision Impaired Championship, coordinated by Doris Koop, will be held at the Ottawa Curling Club from February 7 to 12, 2010. Nine teams from coast to coast will be participating.
Please visit our 2010 Canadian Vision Impaired Curling Championship page for more details.
Embassy Day
CCB is hosting our second annual Embassy Day on Saturday, February 6, 2010 at the Ottawa Curling Club. This year we are expecting representatives from over 20 Embassies! The goal behind the day is to promote vision impaired curling on an international level, and to continue to network and support the blind all over the world.
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2009 B. C. Community Achievers Announced
Vancouver – Forty- five outstanding British Columbians were named the recipients of the sixth annual BC Community Achievement Awards by Premier Gordon Campbell and Keith Mitchell, chair of the British Columbia Achievement Foundation.
Included with the recipients of the 2009 awards is:
Lori Fry, member of the CCB 100 Mile House and District Chapter.
Lori Fry receives the BC Community
Achievement Award.
Lori Fry is an active member of the regional, provincial, and national Canadian Council of the Blind, where she has volunteered for 18 years, raising public awareness about vision loss and promoting equality for blind Canadians. Lori Fry also leads a vital program of Aquafit classes providing therapy and rehabilitation for her community.
“Together, British Columbians build a stronger province, and in the midst of these demanding times, we gather confidence from those in our province who consistently and honourably create safe, caring and vital communities,” said Premier Campbell. “ I applaud the outstanding contribution these individuals have made to regions throughout British Columbia and their commitment to making our province the best place on earth.”
“The initiative, impact and inspiration to others demonstrated by this year’s award recipients warrants public affirmation,” added Mitchell. “ We’re privileged to showcase and celebrate the contributions of these exceptional British Columbians.”
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White Cane Week 2010 Sponsorship Package Now Available!
In addition to our 2010 Sponsorship Package, we have also made our 2009 White Cane Week Magazine available for your convenience.
President's Message
Harold Schnellert, National President
I would like to welcome you to the web site of the Canadian Council of the Blind (CCB).
The CCB is an organization not FOR the blind but OF the blind. A board of directors who are blind and visually impaired governs the CCB, and as a result, there is a special sensitivity to the needs of the blind community.
To our present, new and potential members, the CCB offers assistance and opportunities to ensure a better quality of life. Remember, you can always reach me at my email address: CCB President for any comments and suggestions.
To our donors and partners and future ones as well, I would like to extend a very special thank you for participation with the CCB. We could not offer these vital and special programs without your help.
Once again, thank you for your support and faith in the CCB.
Yours truly,
Harold Schnellert
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