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5 Welcome to White Cane Week 2009 6 White Cane Week 2008 Person of the Year 7 Editorial - Increasing access to health care 8 Paralympic Glory 10 What’s Goalball? 13 Looking back on 2009 19 In the News 29 CCB Computer Training 27 The Council Goes International 30 CCB Board of Directors 31 CCB National Ofﬁ ce Staff 34 Lions Club Curling Championship 2009 37 The Accessible Channel 40 Resource Guide 52 I’m a Happy Camper Donovan Tildesley and his father Hugh Tildesley 54 New CCB Fundraising Product Lines 56 Listing Regional Divisions & Chapters

EDITOR SPONSORSHIP SALES EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR White Cane Week™ Mike Potvin Keith Communications Inc. Canadian Council of the Blind Email: [email protected] 1599 Hurontario Street, Suite 104, Jim Prowse Magazine Mississauga, Ontario L5G 4S1 White Cane Week Magazine is CONTRIBUTORS Telephone: (905) 278-6700 PRESIDENT published annually by the Canadian Matt Morrow, Jack Styon, Mike Potvin Fax: (905) 278-4850 Canadian Council of the Blind Harold Schnellert Council of the Blind under the direction of Keith Communications Inc. and with DESIGN & LAYOUT MONTREAL OFFICE the cooperation and assistance of Art Department, Xentel DM Inc. Lorraine Zakaib CANADIAN COUNCIL OF THE Xentel DM Inc. The publisher accepts Telephone: (514) 624-6979 BLIND no responsibility for advertiser claims, ART DIRECTION National Ofﬁ ce Fax: (514) 624-6707 unsolicited manuscripts, photographs, Paris Deligiannis 401 - 396 Cooper Street Email: [email protected] transparencies or other materials. Ottawa, Ontario K2P 2H7 COVER PHOTOGRAPHY No part of this magazine may be PRINTER Telephone: (613) 567-0311 Courtesy of the Canadian Paralympic reproduced in any form without Keystone Graphics Fax: (613) 567-2728 Committee written permission of the publisher. Calgary, Alberta Toll Free: 1(877) 304-0968 White Cane Week and Voice of the DISTRIBUTION Email: [email protected] Blind are registered trademarks of PUBLISHER Website: www.ccbnational.net the Canadian Council of the Blind. Janet McIvor Michael Baillargeon Copyright © 2009 by the Canadian Keith Communications Inc. Council of the Blind. All rights reserved. Proudly printed in Canada.

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4 WHITE CANE WEEK 2009 SIXTH ANNUAL WHITE CANE WEEK ™ Welcome to White Cane Week™ 2009

The celebration of White Cane Week 2009 marks the sixth year The Council assumes sole responsibility for this event. We are committed to increasing the impact and outreach of this important week of awareness of the blind and visually impaired. This year’s theme continues to promote accessibility and inclusion, as we ask you to “Help promote accessibility… measure me by my capabilities not my disabilities.” During White Cane Week our members and volunteers participate in many different public events at the chapter division and national levels. All events are committed to raising the awareness of the White Cane as a “symbol of ability not disability”, and extending public support for the accessibility that is crucial to the quality of life for those in our community – the community of the blind and visually impaired. The Lions Vision Impaired Curling Championship held in Ottawa is returning with more exciting competition. This event will again provide a platform to demonstrate the abilities and skills within our community. The Council is committed to managing the Week as a public awareness program and is seeking corporate support to cover its costs. To our donors and partners and future ones as well, I would like to extend a very special thank you for participating with the Council this White Cane Week. I look forward to an exciting week this February. I know the CCB members and volunteers will do a fantastic job of raising the awareness of the blind and visually impaired to the public. So let’s get out there and make a difference, let our abilities shine through and above all else, have fun!

Harold Schnellert National President Canadian Council of the Blind

WHITE CANE WEEK 2009 5 Lieutenant Governor of Ontario David Onley First Recipient of the White Cane Week™ Person of the Year Award

The Canadian Council of the Blind (CCB) was pleased to present His Honour, the Lieutenant Governor of Ontario David Onley with the fi rst White Cane Week® Person of the Year Award. The award for 2008 was presented to the Lieutenant Governor at the annual White Cane Dinner and Canadian Vision Impaired Curling Championship awards night at the Ottawa Curling Club on February 8, 2008. His Honour is the fi rst person to hold the offi ce of Lieutenant Governor who uses a wheelchair. As quoted from CCB spokesman Michael Potvin. “His appointment and goals while in offi ce inspires all Canadians with disabilities including the blind and vision impaired and his offi ce brings the issue of disability more to the forefront of the Canadian social agenda.” In his installation speech, the Lieutenant Governor Lieutenant Governor David Onley of Ontario receives White Cane Weeks fi rst stressed the need for computer literacy for aboriginal Person of the Year Award from CCB National President Harold Schnellert youth and the continued advancement of rights for all people regardless of their disability. As His Honour stated, “My commitment to accessibility includes all disabilities, not just the visible ones… I really want to be the compelling and driving force to help make this province a more accessible place,” Mr. Potvin was enthusiastic about the commitment from the Lieutenant Governor. “What the CCB is doing with its curling program, with other programs such as computer training, bursaries, the CCB computer club and plans for employment programs, we are changing what it means to be blind. The CCB emphasizes ability rather than disability. We cannot agree more with the objectives of the Lieutenant Governor and we look forward to working together.” q Lieutenant Governor David Onley with 2009 CCB Curling Champions

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may pay only for limited eye and vision assessments, As White Cane Week 2009 approaches, we should but certainly doesn’t cover advanced clinical low- be proud of the strides we have made, as members of vision assessment and rehabilitation services. Often, the blind community, in improving our quality of life; consumers themselves must search out these and raising awareness to our abilities. appropriate services, and few of them manage to do Whether it is enhancing our communications skills that. through participating in computer training courses, Often people’s quality of life can be improved showing the world what we are capable of as athletes signifi cantly with the use of assistive devices or low- on both the grass-roots and Olympic levels, or simply vision aids that allow people to read and travel more mentoring a peer who may be facing a challenge; we effectively. Many such devices are being researched are getting out and doing more and more. and developed, but remain very costly. As we continue to move forward, we must encourage Canadians have a right to a consistent, nationwide the rest of Canada to move forward along side us. Assistive Devices Program, that is sustainable, mobile, Unfortunately, Canada is on the verge of a crisis in and open to all age groups. A program should not end vision loss that is related to a crisis of access to vision- at provincial borders. It should be equally valid in all care. parts of Canada. Most challenging, perhaps, is the reality that, Our vision-care system needs an overhaul that despite our aging population and an increase in the involves vision-care specialists, government, and number of Canadians with serious visual impairments, support organizations such as the CCB. governments have not placed suffi cient support for CCB’s guiding belief is that vision rehabilitation, vision loss as a signifi cant quality of life issue on health- adaptive technology, and library services are as essential care agendas. as any other health or social service — and therefore The number of blind Canadians is expected to deserve direct government support and funding as a nearly double by 2015 as the baby-boomer generation matter of social justice for Canadians who are blind or ages. These Canadians have a right to vision-care, as visually impaired. much as they have a right to any other health-care The CCB continues to work with all levels of service. The right to vision-care refers to the right government to provide direction, and encourage to timely and affordable access to optometrists and health-care initiatives that improve quality of life, and ophthalmologists. support independence. In the past decade alone, Canadian residency White Cane Week provides an excellent platform programs in ophthalmology have shrunk from 40 to not only showcase our abilities, but to remind all graduates to about 20. Meanwhile, more than 35 per Canadians: we are here, we are strong-willed and we cent of present ophthalmologists are over the age of will continue to fi ght for our rights to live on an equal 55. playing fi eld as our sighted peers. Age-related macular degeneration, one of the most prevalent sight-limiting conditions affecting Canadians over the age of 50, is a condition that causes severe vision loss, affecting countless CCB members. Several new treatments have been found to slow or arrest the damage from this condition, but the primary Mike Potvin intervention is rehabilitation. Editor, Currently, only modest coverage is available which 2009 White Cane Week Magazine

WHITE CANE WEEK 2009 7 PARALYMPIC GLORY!

BY MATT MORROW Participation Director Canadian Blind Sports

CANADA’S PARALYMPIANS WHO ARE BLIND OR VISUALLY IMPAIRED PUT ON IMPRESSIVE PERFORMANCES IN BEIJING.

This past September twenty-nine Canadian athletes who are blind or visually impaired traveled across the globe to compete at the 2008 Beijing Paralympic Games. Nearly 1 in 5 of the 143 Canadian Paralympians were athletes who are blind or visually impaired, and over the course of 12 thrilling days, these remarkable competitors represented Canada well as they competed in athletics, goalball, judo, swimming and tandem cycling, some establishing new world records and winning medals in the process. From the very beginning it was a special event for Canada’s blind and visually impaired athletes as Vancouver’s Donovan Tildesley was selected by the Canadian Paralympic Committee as Canada’s Flag-Bearer. Donovan, who is blind, proudly led the Canadian contingent into the Bird’s Nest Stadium with the fl ag in one hand and his white cane in the other. He would go on to win a Bronze medal in the S11, blind classifi cation, 200 meter freestyle event. Perhaps the most remarkable moment of the games also occurred in the pool, as the Canadian trio of Kirby Côté, Chealsey Gotell, and Valérie Grand’maison accomplished the incredible feat of sweeping the podium not once, but twice by winning the Gold, Silver, and Bronze Medals in the S13 visually impaired classifi cation for both the 100 meter butterfl y and the 200 meter Individual Medley events. In total, these three outstanding

8 Donovan Tildesley and his father Hugh Tildesley WHITE CANE WEEK 2009 Brian Cowie competes with pilot Devon Smibert. Lone Canadian judo competitor William Morgan swimmers combined to win 13 medals and set a fast-paced sport played exclusively by athletes 4 world records to become some of the most who have a visual impairment or who are blind. decorated athletes of the games! Played three on three, on a volley-ball sized court, Other medal winners include cyclist Geneviève blindfolded players track the ball by sound as they Ouellet and her pilot Mathilde Hupin who won work together to defend their net and attempt to the Bronze in the women’s individual road race, score in their opponent’s goal. Jason Dunkerley who won the Bronze in the S11 All of Canada’s Paralympic athletes who are blind 1500 meter race, and of course fl ag-bearer blind or visually impaired represented Canada Donovan Tildesley. Canadian Blind Sports’ own well, and Canadian Blind Sports congratulates world-class Goalball Teams placed 5th them on their perseverance and in both the men’s and women’s Valérie Grand’maison - GOLD dedication to excellence. The Kirby Côté -SILVER tournaments. Fueled by Chelsey Gotell - BRONZE incredible performances by Mario Caron’s astounding these remarkable athletes 27 goals, the Canadian demonstrate that sport Blind Sports Paralympic for people who are Men’s Goalball Team blind or visually improved their world impaired is thriving rank from 6th to 5th in in Canada –so why a highly competitive not get involved? You sport played by too can participate in approximately 100 sport, and who knows, nations. Canadian the road to your own Blind Sports Paralympic Paralympic dream could Women’s Team had entered start today! the tournament as the back-to- Contact Canadian Blind Sports back defending Gold medalists and for more information on Goalball, or were disappointed by their 5th place fi nish, but to fi nd out how to get involved in a wide variety of they will bounce back and continue to be force in sport and recreation activities please visit www. international women’s Goalball. canadianblindsports.ca or call toll free 1-877-604- For those unfamiliar with the game, Goalball is 0480. q All photos and cover courtesy of the Canadian Paralympic Committee

WHITE CANE WEEK 2009 9 WHAT’S GOALBALL?

Amy Alsop Mario Caron front / Jeff Christy rear

BY MATT MORROW Participation Director Canadian Blind Sports

Canadian Blind Sport’s Paralympic Goalball At the National and Paralympic levels shots can Teams fi nished 5th in both the men’s and women’s exceed 60 km/h, considering the court is only competitions at the 2008 Beijing Paralympic 18 meters long, the defense does not have much Games – but what is Goalball? time to react. Top-tier Goalball players can also Goalball is a fantastic, fast-paced, team sport throw curve shots, bouncing shots, and spin shots invented for and played exclusively by athletes designed to confuse the defense. who are blind or visually impaired. Canada has done very exceptionally well in Goalball teams consist of 6 members, with only Goalball with the Men’s Team winning the silver 3 playing at a time. medal at the 1996 Atlanta Paralympic Games, and The game is played on a court measuring 9 by the Women’s Team winning the Bronze at the 18 meters (same size as volleyball), with goals at 1992 Barcelona Paralympics, and Gold Medals at either end spanning the entire 9 meter back-line. the 2000 Sydney Paralympics, the 2004 Athens The game is played by “throwing” a Goalball back Paralympics, and the 2006 World Championships and forth (rolling it across the court in a bowling in Spartanburg, USA. motion) while trying to get it past the opposition into their net to score a goal – at the end of the 20 GET INVOLVED! minute game whoever has the most goals wins! Canadian Blind Sports’ Provincial Member The Goalball itself weighs 1.25 kg and is Organizations currently run Goalball programs approximately 76 cm in circumference; it has across the country, and we are always happy to minimal bounce, and bells inside. The players help start new programs anywhere in Canada. If track the ball by listening for the sound of the you want a great workout playing a fantastic game bells and work together to block the net. please contact Canadian Blind Sports and we will Regardless of their degree of visual impairment, connect you with Goalball opportunities near all players must wear opaque eyeshades so you. everyone is on an even playing fi eld and cannot Contact Canadian Blind Sports by phone 1-877- see anything. Since the players can’t see the 604-0480, by email [email protected], markings on the court, all of the lines are applied or visit us on the web for more information on by taping cords to the fl oor which creates tactile Goalball www.canadianblindsports.ca.q markings the players use for orientation. Photos and cover courtesy of the Canadian Paralympic Committee

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WHITE CANE WEEK 2009 11 12 WHITE CANE WEEK 2009 Looking back on White Cane Week 2008

WHITE CANE WEEK 2008 WAS A TREMENDOUS SUCCESS!, VISION IMPAIRED CURLERS FROM ACROSS CANADA GATHERED AT THE OTTAWA CURLING CLUB FOR A WEEK OF INTENSE COMPETITION, AND LOCAL EVENTS FROM ACROSS THE COUNTRY HELPED SHOWCASE THE ABILITIES OF THE BLIND.

VISION IMPAIRED CURLING the embassies who attended and participated CHAMPIONSHIP in the Opening Ceremonies during the Curling The Canadian Vision Impaired Curling Championship, showing their support for blind Championships, held in Ottawa, helped to stress curling. There were a total of 13 embassies who the importance of staying active, good camaraderie attended, including: and to having fun. 1) Embassy of Bulgaria, 2) Embassy of Peru “This event really made a huge impact on raising 3)High Commission of the Republic of awareness across the country about the abilities of Cameroon, 4) Embassy of Czech Republic people living with vision loss.” States Doris Koop, 5) Embassy of Zimbabwe, 6) Embassy of Slovak coordinator of the event. Republic, 7) Embassy of Ukraine, 8) British High The fi nal game was defi nitely the highlight of Commission, 9) Embassy of Iceland, 10) Royal the week, as the championship decision came Danish Embassy, 11) Royal Norwegian Embassy down to the last rock. 12) Embassy of Croatia, 13) Australian High “Vision impaired curling or not, that was simply Commission one of the most exciting games of curling I have seen in a while” commented Danny Lamoureux NATIONAL WHITE CANE WEEK 2008 of the Canadian Curling Association. “I ask you to BOWLING CHAMPIONSHIP fi nd me a better game of curling anywhere!” This nationwide tournament took place during CCB would like to congratulate all the curlers the week of January, 30th through February, 6th, who participated in this year’s event. and it was a wonderful start to a major national Special congratulations to Team British Columbia, tournament. Over 120 bowlers participated in Team Alberta and Team Ottawa who placed fi rst, last year’s exciting event, from just about every second and third, respectively. province in Canada. If you take into account The media coverage during the Championship the sighted coaches we had over 150 people played a vital role in raising the profi le of the CCB involved! and their members by providing daily results from the competition on national CBC radio. Stories on event activities also ran throughout the week on various local television and radio stations – Rogers, Provincial Events A-Channel and CFRA. Guy Hemmings, “Canada’s Curling Ambassador” NEWFOUNDLAND delivered the ceremonial rock and gave a very The CCB E.A. Baker Club kicked off the week with motivational message to the curlers at the a White Cane Week Dinner that was held at the Opening Ceremonies. He is undoubtedly one of CNIB Centre in St. John’s where a delicious meal the most highly respected curlers in the history was served to 47 members and invited guests. of the sport. Following the dinner WCW Certifi cates of Merit CCB would also like to acknowledge all of were presented to Selwyn Warren, Wheelway 4

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14 WHITE CANE WEEK 2009 Transportation and Elizabeth Mayo for their will hopefully win some games! volunteer contribution to blind and visually To all our sponsors we wish to thank you for impaired people in the area. This was followed by making our events possible. These events improve a concert of music and songs given by the Singing self-esteem and independence for our members Legionnaires, a well known men’s choir. along with providing a time for peer-mentoring. In St. John’s on Feb 5th a cribbage tournament was held at the St. John’s Lions Chalet. The three teams NEW BRUNSWICK consisted of the St. John’s Lions, the Correctional The Bathurst CCB Chapter hosted a bowling Offi cers of Her Majesty’s Penitentiary and the CCB tournament on February 9, 2008, with Baker Club Members. The Correctional Offi cers representatives from 5 teams competing. Bathurst won by a slight margin over the CCB Team and a took fi rst place, with the following team members lunch was served by the Lions member following winning individual trophies: Leona Lavigne, (TB), the tournament. Denis Roy (PB), and Thomas Boucher (PB). Excellent media coverage was arranged by the WCW committee throughout the week, with two ONTARIO blind members being interviewed by CBC Radio Many Chapters in Ontario had presence in malls at the cribbage tournament and another member including hand outs, displays and awareness, speaking on several open line radio shows. Two which was actively maintained by current contracts were made to visit schools and give Chapter personnel. presentations to students. Hamilton, Barrie, Cornwall, Lindsay, Ottawa, Finally on Feb 9th, a bowling tournament was Windsor, and Sault Ste. Marie all took part in these held at St. Pat’s Alleys in St. John’s. There were eight activities. teams of fi ve participating. Again the Correctional In Hamilton, the CCB at its monthly dinner in Offi cers were victorious and walked away with February handed out Certifi cates of Merit (called the trophy. Another delicious meal was served by White Cane Award) to citizens in the community the St. John’s Lions and the end of the day. who made an outstanding contribution to the lives of blind and visually impaired persons. Each NOVA SCOTIA year there are 3 such awards handed out during White Cane Week 2008 was a time of raising the WCW dinner, and previous recipients have awareness in Nova Scotia. Chapters in Halifax and included political fi gures, CNIB staff, volunteers, Sydney did mall displays and school presentations media personnel, and Past Presidents and showing what it means to be blind or have vision members of the Chapter. loss. Both cities hosted Open Houses for the public The Pembroke/Petawawa Chapter hosted a to come and get information and learn more of who Bowl-as-the-Blind Bowlarama on Feb. 10th, with CCB is and what we are about. The big event in 14 teams in attendance, raising over $2,000.00. each area was bowling with sighted persons who Since the Bowlarama was a success, they are wore simulators. These were service organizations hoping to have another one in 2009. from the area, such as Lions clubs, Legions, Police, CNIB staff, etc. All enjoyed themselves and became MANITOBA more aware of what it is like to have vision loss. CCB Manitoba Division held an informational 2008 saw the very fi rst entry of a curling display in Portage Place, Edmonton Court, as part team from the province in the Canadian Vision of White Cane Week 2008 celebrations. Impaired Curling Championships, held in Ottawa. The purpose of the display was to focus on CCB Sydney Ladies set out to learn more about the abilities of people who are blind or vision the sport and were voted the Most Inspirational impaired; to highlight programs and activities that Team at the event. Although they did not win any CCB Manitoba Division offers; to increase public games they came home winners by attending and awareness about the CCB; to encourage the making a reasonable showing. community to talk to family, friends and others This year watch for a more improved team who about the programs, peer support and advocacy 4

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16 WHITE CANE WEEK 2009 for accessibility that CCB members offer; and to The CCB Manitoba Division would like to thank clearly identify that these programs are offered by all CCB members who helped organize the event people who are blind or vision impaired. and all who volunteered their time to participate. Members of CCB Manitoba Division took turns Also, thank you to all members and the general highlighting the various programs which support public for dropping by and supporting us during the CCB core goals. Each program was clearly this event. defi ned in its own segment of the event. This included Peer Support, addressed through curling, SASKATCHEWAN bowling, and cribbage, Winnipeg and District, The Regina Chapter had a display at the Public Tech-Ease and the L. P. Ings Scholarship. Library, several Public Service Announcements, Public awareness was highlighted in the “See and media coverage by CTV and CJTR and others. If You Can” program and the presentation of the A Blind Bowlers Challenge was won by the Regina “Inclusion Awards”. team and a proclamation from the Mayor was read A presentation of a certifi cate was made to this by the Deputy Mayor. year’s Inclusion Award recipients. The “Inclusion Thanks go to the media bowlers, the Lions for Award” is presented to a company, group, their assistance; also Jan Parsons, Charlotte Triffo organization or individual who has created or and the blind bowlers. expanded a product or service which increases accessibility for Manitobans who are blind or ALBERTA vision impaired. The CCB Fantastix Chapter raised public Winnipeg Transit – Barry Strike Supervisor awareness for White Cane Week 2008. This Customer Service accepted the Inclusion Award included a bowling challenge with Voice Print. for the “Next Stop” policy. The calling out of the CCB Edmonton club had a Reading of the next stop on Winnipeg Transit assists people with Proclamation at the Public Library along with vision loss to use public transportation on a daily a few songs sung by the Brailtone choir. Braille basis independently and with confi dence. books were read to children. They had a 65th Manitoba Library Services – Trevor Surgenor, anniversary dinner at the Kingsway Legion with a Acting Director and Winnipeg Public Library – presentation of the club’s history. Betty Parry, Coordinator Support Services accepted Calgary Club had a movie night in conjunction the Inclusion Award for the “Electronic Library of with Voice Print. Calgary Club also spoke at various Manitoba” program. Everyone benefi ts from the schools demonstrating both guide dog techniques universal design of both the website and client and White Cane Techniques. Demonstrations software. Manitobans with vision loss can now were also given on how to guide a blind or visually join fellow Manitobans by selecting, downloading impaired person. and listening to current audio books from the convenience of their home computers. BRITISH COLUMBIA Advocacy initiatives featured two petitions CHBC TV, Silk FM Radio, The Daily Courier available in either print, Braille or audio formats and Capital News featured Public Service which were available for the general public’s Announcements from the CCB Kelowna Chapter. consideration and support. The chapter also received a proclamation from Summary of the petitions include: The CCB the City of Kelowna and had a display booth at Manitoba Division reminds the government to the Plaza 33 Mall on February 4. consider all non-driving residents of Manitoba The CCB Dogwood Chapter placed when working out the details for the new photo advertisements in the local Tri-Cities newspaper for IDs to be made available to Manitobans. The their Open House, Feb. 5-7, 2008, at the Dogwood CCB Manitoba Division also encourages the Pavilion. On Feb. 7, Orv Jantzen displayed and government to set up an adaptive technology and demonstrated his reading aids, generating interest training funding program in Manitoba similar to from members belonging to the Pavilion and to other provinces. the surrounding community. q

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18 WHITE CANE WEEK 2009 IN THE NEWS • IN THE NEWS • IN THE NEWS

plan will get a tax deduction - you get the Grant in your plan instead. REGISTERED DISABILITY The Federal Government will also contribute a Cana- da Disability Savings Bond to your plan if your income SAVINGS PLAN: is below $20,833. The Bond is a $1,000/year contribution for up to 20 years. If your income is between A new way to save for your future $20,833 and $37,178 per year you will be eligible to receive a partial amount of the Bond. Most important- BY JACK STYAN ly, you do not have to make any contributions to re- Source: A Voice of Our Own, December 2008 ceive the Bond. Your income is your “net adjusted family income”, which means it is your and your spouse’s eople with disabilities will have a new way of se- income minus deductions combined. Pcuring their fi nancial future. A new Registered Dis- Your income will be determined by your previous ability Savings Plan (RDSP) is being implemented by year’s income tax so you need to ensure that you fi le the Federal Government that will benefi t as many as your 2007 income tax (and every year thereafter). 700,000 Canadians with disabilities. Withdrawals from the plan are where it gets a bit complicated. There are two types of withdrawals that You qualify to open an RDSP if: can be made from your plan: Disability Assistance Pay- • You are a resident of Canada ments and Lifetime Disability Assistance Payments. • You have a social insurance number If you make a withdrawal of any type within ten • You qualify for the Disability Tax Credit. years of receiving the last Grant or Bond from the federal government, then you must repay an amount Like RRSPs and RESPs, the RDSP provides a savings equal to the total Grant and Bond that you received in tool where your money will be able to grow without the past ten years. If you don’t want to pay the penalty, having to pay taxes until you withdraw. then you must wait ten years after you receive your More importantly, the Federal Government will con- last Grant or Bond. tribute a Canada Disability Savings Grant to your plan If there are funds remaining in your plan when you when you or a family member makes a contribution to pass away, they will be distributed according to your your plan. The amount of the grant depends on your will. income. Depending on which province you live in, your plan If your income is below $74,357 the Grant will be might affect provincial disability benefi ts. If you live in three dollars for every dollar you contribute on the BC or Newfoundland, your plan is an exempt asset and fi rst $500 and two dollars for every dollar you contrib- you are free to use any income from your plan in what- ute on the next $1000. That means if you contribute ever way you choose without affecting your income $1,500, your plan will receive a $3,500 Grant. assistance. Other provinces have not yet passed regula- If your income is more than $74,357 then the Grant tions that will permit people on disability assistance to is a dollar for every dollar you contribute up to $1000. use the plan freely. The maximum Grant is $3,500 per year and you can How might the plan work? Let’s assume that you receive up to $70,000 in your lifetime. are a 19 year old student with an income of less than Contributions can be made to your plan by you or $21,000 per year. You speak with your family and anyone you know, including parents, grandparents, they agree to assist you with payments into the plan. aunts, uncles, brothers, sisters or even friends. It is im- You decide to contribute $1,500 per year for 20 years portant to note that no one who contributes to the ($30,000). Your plan will receive a Grant of $3,500 4

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20 WHITE CANE WEEK 2009 per year for 20 years ($70,000) and a Bond of $1,000 per year for 20 years ($20,000). You decide to wait ten years after receiving the last grant and bond so you CCB Congratulates the Govern- don’t have to pay any penalties. You are now 49 years old and you have more than ment of Ontario on the new $350,000 in your plan. You will receive $10,000 per year from your plan in your 49th year. This amount Photo Identifi cation Card will increase each year, and if you live to be 83 you will be receiving over $60,000 per year. In total you will n advocacy initiative that the CCB can be particu- receive more than $995,528 from your plan over your Alarly proud of is the new photo-identifi cation cards lifetime. Not bad for a $30,000 investment! for Ontario residents. Shelly Scott, Chair Advocacy, Sec- If you want more information about the RDSP or if retary/Treasurer, Ontario Division, worked very hard to you want to use a special “RDSP” calculator to see how see this new legislation put into place. In fact, this was the plan can work for you, visit www.rdsp.com . q a great example of the CCB working with the CNIB to advocate successfully for positive change. Shelly worked closely with CNIB’s Chris McLean, Director of Government Relations for Ontario on this project. On June 3, 2008, the Ontario government introduced Free screen reading and legislation that will allow Ontarians to use an enhanced driver’s license as an alternative to a passport when magnifi cation software crossing Canada-U.S. borders by land and sea. Also proposed was a photo card for people who do not drive, which has long been advocated by youth, ith an internet connection and a computer run- people with disabilities and senior communities. Hold- ning Windows XP or Vista, people around the W ers of the photo card who are Canadian citizens will world will be able to access free screen reading and also have the option of enhancing this card for use as magnifi cation software. This is the most exciting news a passport alternative. to impact blind and low vision computer users in a Nearly four million people in Ontario do not have a very long time. driver’s license and therefore do not have access to a The AIR Foundation provides an advanced accessi- basic identifi cation document. q bility tool, System Access To Go (SAToGo), to any person connected to the Internet, at no charge. The tool operates on most Windows-based computers while the system is connected to the Internet. Who can apply for a photo card The AIR Foundation provides additional Internet- based training at no charge for the highly intuitive and enhanced photo card? SAToGo tool. SAToGo is presently only provided in English; however, The AIR Foundation will be making he proposed legislation would give people who do the tool available in other languages, and customized Tnot drive the option of obtaining a convenient, gov- for other cultures, with the assistance and funding of ernment-issued photo identifi cation card which is often responsible government and non-government groups requested for everyday transactions — such as opening concerned about accessibility. a bank account or proving age for a senior discount. Albert Ruel, CCB Computer Trainer, as well as many Ontario residents aged 12 and over who do not hold other folks in the blind community have used this soft- a valid driver’s license would be eligible to apply for ware, and think highly of its usability. Please try it for a photo card. This wallet-sized card would contain ba- yourself and consider beginning to promote it as an af- sic information about the card holder, such as date of fordable option for the Basic Computer Literacy Skills birth, name and photograph. Training and Re-furbished Computer programs at the Travelers may wish to “enhance” their card to include CCB. a citizenship identifi er. This Enhanced Photo Card For more information, please visit: could then be used as a passport alternative when http://www.accessibilityisaright.org/introduction. crossing Canada-U.S. borders by land or sea. html q For more information, please visit: http://ogov. newswire.ca/ontario/GPOE/2008/06/03/c7937. html?lmatch=&lang=_e.html q

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22 WHITE CANE WEEK 2009 ENABLING THE BLIND THROUGH TECHNOLOGY

THE CCB IS OPENING UP A WORLD OF COMMUNICATION AND INFORMATION TO THE BLIND AND VETERANS THROUGH OUR BASIC COMPUTER LITERACY SKILLS TRAINING AND TECHCANE PROGRAMS. CCB Computer Training for young or old

is really what the CCB is all about,” states Potvin. The CCB is changing what it means to be blind “The blind participants appreciate learning from by promoting communication through computer someone who can relate to what they are going literacy. through.” The CCB’s Basic Computer Literacy Training Computer skills also enhance the employability program trains blind and visually impaired of blind participants. individuals of all ages on computers using adaptive States Potvin, “Of all disabled groups in Canada, technology. “Computer skills open up a whole the blind and visually impaired have the highest new world to the blind,” states Michael Potvin, unemployment rate (70%) and the lowest per CCB Spokesman. “Access to information, via the capita income of any disabled group in Canada.” Internet, and communication through e-mail is Bob, a blind veteran from Ottawa remarked, “I’m diminishing the isolation felt so strong in the blind 90 years old, and I’ve decided I want to start up community.” an Internet- based company! With the skills I’ve The course is open to ALL blind and visually learned in the CCB Computer course, I’m ready impaired Canadians, and is not limited to CCB to go!” members. The free 2-week course has an estimated “I plan on attending college soon, and now value of $2000.00. I have the computer skills to keep up with the Over 150 individuals have received training other students”, commented Peter, a student from since the program began in March 2008. Training Ottawa. sessions have been held thus far in Ottawa, Feedback from the students shows that the ON; Victoria, BC; Hamilton, ON; Brantford, ON; program is demonstrating success. In fact, some Kitchener/ Waterloo, ON; Winnipeg, MB; 100 Mile of the participants don’t want the course to end House, BC; Sydney, NS; Kamloops, BC; Nanaimo, at 2 weeks! BC; Vancouver, BC; Sidney, BC; Halifax, NS; Prince “I found the CCB computer course to be very George, BC; Windsor, ON; Kelowna, BC; Chilliwack, informative and beneﬁ cial,” states John Keyes, BC; and Calgary, AB. Canadian Veteran. “Now I can use my computer at The program is extremely innovative, as blind home to keep in touch with family members, and instructors deliver the computer course to their a world of information is at my ﬁ ngertips. I would peers. Blind instructors equipped with two take the course again in a heartbeat.” accessible mobile training computer labs are “I absolutely loved the course,” stated Christine, traveling to communities across the country from Ottawa.“I am now able to better communicate delivering training all on their own. with friends and family.” “This approach of “by the blind, for the blind” “I’m a 70 year old ‘rookie’ when it comes to 4

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24 WHITE CANE WEEK 2009 computers,” remarked a student from a Victoria, BC session. “I struggled in the beginning of the course, and then it was like a light came on about 3 days into it, and I really started to understand the concepts. Instead of feeling fear, I was feeling empowered. It was quite magical.” MR GREGORY COLLVER PC “This course has done a lot to increase my comfort using the computer, and has given me more conﬁ dence as well.” commented Don, from Brantford ON. CCB intends to train 400 participants over a 2 year span. This program is sponsored by Human Resources and Social Development Canada and the Canadian Council of the Blind. For further information on the program, and registration, please contact: 1014B 12 AVE SW All of Canada: Mike Potvin at the CCB National CALGARY, AB T2R 0J6 ofﬁ ce, 1-877-304-0968 or mpotvin@ccbnational. (403) 974-3252 net BC Residents: Albert Ruel in Victoria at 250-590- 8085 or [email protected]

TECHCANE: PUTTING TECHNOLOGY IN THE HANDS OF THE BLIND

In regards to the TechCane program, this year CCB has delivered refurbished laptop computers to blind individuals and veterans in Saint John, New Brunswick and Winnipeg, Manitoba. “I got my computer which I just love,” states FAY & ARCHER Mary. “Thank you so much CCB and the Greater Saint John Community Foundation.” “I have just received my laptop,” said another Saint John resident. “I am very excited to begin using it and start getting in touch with my relatives. It’s going to be a lot of fun!” Many thanks go out to the Greater Saint John Community Foundation, with special thanks to Jane Barry; to the Winnipeg Foundation, the Calgary Foundation, the Victoria 444 237 8TH AVE SE Foundation and to the Kiwanis Club of Toronto for CALGARY, AB T2G 5C3 their support. (403) 237-9200 Special thanks also go out to Doris Koop and Glen Sepke in Winnipeg, for their assistance with the program. To register for the TechCane program, please contact the CCB National ofﬁ ce, toll-free at 1-877- 304-0968. q

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26 WHITE CANE WEEK 2009 The Canadian Council of the Blind Goes International

WORKING WITH OTTAWA’S EMBASSIES

To help the Canadian Council of the Blind con- tries, while others may just have a general interest, tinue to promote many life enhancing programs, or perhaps, they might be a prospective tourist. various Embassies in Ottawa hosted dinners The dinner parties are small, so there is direct per- throughout the year to assist the organization. sonal contact.” Supporters of the CCB attended dinners hosted by the Ambassadors of Pakistan, Jordan, Iraq, Af- PAKISTAN ghanistan, Romania, Kuwait, Azerbaijan, Lebanon, Pakistan was the next embassy to host a dinner India, Thailand, Trinidad & Tobago and Jamaica. in April. While the High Commissioner of Paki- stan, Mr. Musa Chohan was detained with other JORDAN business, His Excellency of the Islamic Republic In March, the Ambassador of Jordan, Nabil A. Bar- of Pakistan need not worry about a replacement to, and his wife, Madam Barto, held an intimate to carry on with diplomatic activities with charm dinner party for the CCB to help raise funds for and grace. His wife, Her Excellency Mrs. Naela programs for the blind and visually impaired. Chohan, Deputy High Commissioner enchanted “The Ambassador and his wife were extremely CCB ofﬁ cials and guests with humour and anec- kind and gracious to assist the CCB with our fund- dotes of ambassadorial life. raising efforts,” stated CCB spokesman, Michael Jim Tokos, CCB Board Member, came from Ham- Potvin. “The food was exquisite and the hospital- ilton to attend the dinner. “We are reaching out to ity could not have been more generous.” establish a dialogue with the blind community in Potvin went on to say, “For our supporters and other countries, exchange information and learn donors, these dinners are a tremendous opportu- from each other. I am so glad that I came, especial- nity to develop business contacts in other coun- ly after meeting Mrs. Chohan and the other guests. 4

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28 WHITE CANE WEEK 2009 WORKING WITH OTTAWA’S EMBASSIES

And I might add – the food and service was won- KUWAIT derful.” The Embassy of the State of Kuwait also hon- oured CCB in April and in the absence of Ambassa- IRAQ & ROMANIA dor Dr. Musaed al-Haroun, Third Secretary Meshal A second reception last April in support of CCB Alhubail hosted an enjoyable elegant dinner at the was co-hosted by His Excellency Howar Zaid, Ambassador’s residence. Ambassador of Iraq and Her Excellency Elena Prior to his appointment to the Embassy, Mr. Stefoi, the Ambassador of Romania and President Alhubail attended Carleton University and was of the Ottawa Diplomatic Association. Senior po- pleased to return to Canada in his diplomatic role. litical correspondent from the CBC, Don Newman By coincidence, the CCB has committed to raise served as Master of Ceremonies. $1 million for a bursary program for blind and vi- Opening the evening, the Honourable Peter Mil- sually impaired students at the university through liken, Speaker of the House, congratulated CCB on the Paul Menton Centre. behalf of all Parliamentarians. The CCB was grateful to the hospitality afforded “I thank you for all your hard work and I assure by Mr. Alhubail, and His Excellency Dr. al-Haroun you it is noted and appreciated, not only by the can take pride in the fact that the State of Kuwait members of the Canadian Council of the Blind, was represented with such dignity. but also by the members of the Canadian Parlia- ment. Your efforts are making a real difference in AFGHANISTAN the lives of the people you are helping.” stated The April also saw a dinner hosted by Afghanistan; Honourable Peter Milliken. Ambassador and Mrs. Samad at their residence. The event was well represented by dignitaries Ambassador Samad told CCB Executive Direc- such as Mr. Robert Peck, Chief of Protocol at the tor Jim Prowse, “Canada is contributing so much, Department of Foreign Affairs & International both in fi nancial support and lives, to the people Trade, as well as cabinet ministers, several mem- of Afghanistan; we would like to thank the people bers of parliament, members of the media and am- of Canada in some small way.” bassadors from numerous countries. Over a splendid dinner of traditional Afghan cui- “We believe that it is very important that the sine, the Ambassador explained the positive de- diplomatic community joins with local organiza- velopments that are occurring in Afghanistan as tions to learn and benefi t from what is happen- well as the challenges that lie ahead. He empha- ing around us.” remarked Ambassador Zaid. “I have sized that the economy is improving and the fu- been very impressed by the work of this group ture looks bright once the confl ict subsides. Mrs. (CCB), bringing valuable self-help to the visually Samad also informed guests on how the lives of impaired.” Afghan women have been transformed over the Ambassador Zaid fi nished by saying, “I know last several years in education and business. that we will all leave here this evening feeling impressed by the Canadian Council of the Blind and AZERBAIJAN enhanced by its willingness to reach out to others During a dinner in mid-May at the Arc restaurant and make a difference in many lives. The dedica- hosted by Farid Shafi yev, Charge d’Affaires, and tion, professionalism and utter devotion of the Ca- ably assisted by Second Secretary Jeyhun Shah- nadian Council of the Blind are inspiring.” verdiyev, issues of blindness and visual impair- The event raised thousands of dollars for CCB ment in Canada and Azerbaijan were discussed. programs which include bursaries, peer support Mr. Shafi yev is a graduate of law in Azerbaijan, and and computer training. did additional studies at Harvard. 4

WHITE CANE WEEK 2009 29 Canadian Council of the Blind Board of Directors

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE: MANITOBA Dan Monchak NATIONAL PRESIDENT Vice-President, Manitoba Harold Schnellert Division 513-261 Youville Drive East 7 Haddow Street Edmonton, AB T6L 7H3 Winnipeg,MB R2R 0L9 Ofﬁ ce Tel & Fax: 780-461-6397 Home: 204-694-2825 Cell: 780-668-1905 Cell: 204-989-2175 Home: 780-468-7081 Fax: 204-694-2825 [email protected] [email protected]

PAST PRESIDENT NEWFOUNDLAND - John Rempel LABRADOR 601 – 4615 Rae Street Elizabeth Mayo Regina, SK S4S 3B2 Vice-President, Newfoundland Home: 306-584-1464 - Labrador Division [email protected] P.O. Box 222 Avondale, NF A0A 1B0 1st VICE-PRESIDENT Home: 709-229-7205 Louise Gillis emayo@nﬂ d.com Vice-President, Nova Scotia Division ONTARIO 116 Crescent Street Don Grant Sydney, NS B1S 2Z8 Vice-President, Ontario Division Home: 902-564-4102 1847 Cumberland Street Cell: 902-565-0247 Cornwall, ON K6J 5W2 [email protected] Home: 613-932-5088 [email protected] 2nd VICE-PRESIDENT Linda Sobey Jim Tokos Vice-President, New Brunswick CNIB Liaison/Membership Division Development 761 Route 435 Hwy., #902-350 Concession Street Maple Glen, NB E1V 4X4 Hamilton, ON L9A 1B6 Home: 506-622-4997 Tag Line: 1-866-351-5099 [email protected] [email protected]

PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND BOARD MEMBERS: Sandra Poirier Vice-President, Prince Edward ALBERTA Island Division Heather Hannett 6 Main Drive East, Box 51 Vice-President, Alberta Division Miscouche, PEI C0B 1T0 #412 1451 21 Avenue S.W. Home: 902-436-5314 Calgary, Alberta T2T 5N9 [email protected] Home: 403-285-9382 [email protected] SASKATCHEWAN Jerome Kuntz BRITISH COLUMBIA - Vice-President, Saskatchewan YUKON Division Lori Fry 1105 Campbell Street Vice-President, British Columbia Regina, SK S4T 5P5 - Yukon Division Home: 306-352-9458 Box 1232 [email protected] 100 Mile House, BC V0K 2E0 Home: 250-395-2452 [email protected]

30 WHITE CANE WEEK 2009 Canadian Council of the Blind National Staff

Jim Prowse Executive Director As Executive Director at the Canadian Council of the Blind, Jim works closely with the President of the organization, as well as the Board of Directors. Jim has enjoyed working with President Harold Schnellert and the Board to effect all the positive changes to the CCB.

Janet McIvor Executive Administrator Janet is pleased to be working with such diverse and interesting individuals as the Board of Directors, staff members and chapter members. She looks forward to the future with CCB moving ahead in a positive direction as current programs and events such as White Cane Week evolve, enhancing the lives of blind and visually impaired Canadians across the country.

Mike Potvin Programs and Communications Manager Mike manages communications such as the annual White Cane Week magazine and monthly national newsletter, as well as various programs such as the Computer Literacy Training program and the Peer Mentor program.

Margaret Sedlar Accountant Margaret began working at the National ofﬁ ce in December 2004 as an accountant. Margaret enjoys brightening up the lives of the staff, whether it is through her sense of humor, or kind generosity.

Kelly Hutcheson Administrative Assistant Kelly started at the National ofﬁ ce in March of 2004 as an Administrative Assistant. Along with her receptionist duties, Kelly also looks after travel arrangements, donations and provides ofﬁ ce support.

WHITE CANE WEEK 2009 31 WORKING WITH OTTAWA’S EMBASSIES continuedfrom page 29

“Many Canadians do not know a lot about Azer- INDIA baijan” said Mr. Shaﬁ yev. “Part of our job is to speak In June, His Excellency Mr. Rajamani Lakshmi to as many Canadians as we can to inform them Narayan, High Commissioner of India to Ottawa about who we are and what our country is like.” and his wife Mrs. Regina Narayan provided a mag- The Republic of Azerbaijan is the largest and niﬁ cent dinner to support the CCB, hosted at their most populous country in the South Caucasus re- lovely residence. gion of Eurasia. Located at the crossroads of East- The exquisite dinner consisted of traditional ern Europe and Western Asia, it is bounded by the cuisine from India and was accompanied by In- Caspian Sea to the east, Russia to the north, Geor- dian classic music. gia to the northwest, Armenia to the west, and Iran The High Commissioner talked on issues relat- to the south. ing to the blind in India, emphasizing the high rate of preventable blindness; and he spoke of a vision LEBANON for his country, where all people would have access to high quality eye-care. “Preventable blindness is a major problem in the world today, which affects millions of people, especially in developing countries,” said Michael Potvin, CCB Spokesman. “With a staggering 25% of the world’s blind population living in India, it is very encouraging to see support for the issue from His Excellency Mr. Narayan.”

THAILAND Over the summer, Thailand hosted a dinner party in support of the CCB at the Ambassador’s residence. Guests enjoyed traditional spicy Thai cuisine during a beautiful July evening. “Thailand is very pleased to support the Canadi- Photo of the dinner of the Lebanon Embassy: an Council of the Blind and all their endeavours,” L/R: Mr. Khaled Gazzar, Mr. Georges Abou Zeid, First Secretary, Mrs. Baassiri, said Ambassador Snanchart Devahastin. “The blind Mr. Jim Prowse, Ms. Awatef Rasheed, Mr. Ali Sleiman, Mr. Ahmed Ali Sleiman, His Excellency MASSOUD MAALOUF, Yasser Abed, Mustafa Abed, Ms. Joycelyn have many capabilities, and if they have access to Glover, Mr. Nabih Baassiri, Mr. Alban Zena, Mr. Richard Doris. the tools they need, there is no end to what they Later in the month, during a sumptuous dinner can accomplish.” Ambassador Devahastin’s dedica- of traditional Lebanese food, Ambassador Mas- tion and outreach to the blind is very evident, as soud Maalouf of Lebanon welcomed the CCB and he insisted on inviting blind guests from the lo- guests at his residence. cal community. His Excellency extended a special Despite the tragic events in his country at the invitation to several blind members of the CCB: time, the Ambassador kept his commitment to the Sean Pigeon, accompanied by his wife Chris Pi- date to assist the CCB with its fundraising. geon, and Christine Duport. Ambassador Maalouf is a career diplomat and “It was truly a wonderful evening,” said Chris- was posted to Canada about 8 months ago. His tine Duport, CCB Ottawa Chapter Secretary, who previous assignments have covered various re- attended the event with her new guide dog. “Am- gions of the world such as Chile, Nigeria, Poland bassador Devahastin made me feel very welcome, and Washington. and the food was delectable.”

32 WHITE CANE WEEK 2009 WORKING WITH OTTAWA’S EMBASSIES

In the photo of the dinner of the Royal Thai Embassy: Photo of the dinner at Jamaica High Commission:

L/R: Mrs. Heather L. Davis, Mr. Mark Kielty, Mr. Douglas Robertson, Mrs. L/R: Her Excellency Evadne Coye, Ms. Hillary Williams, Counsellor, Dr. Harry Honor Robertson, Mr. Christopher Russell, Ms. Nadine Kittle, His Excellency Cleghorn, Councillor Marianne Wilkinson, Joanne Stober, Sara Prowse, Keith Ambassador Snanchart Devahastin, Ms. Sairoong Dhamacharoen/ Second Cameron, Jim Prowse, Gerry Bell, Awatef Rasheed Secretary at the Thai Embassy, Mr.Yasser Abed, Ms. Zeena Najjar, Mr. Michael Hayes, Mrs. Paulette Hays, Christine Duport, Sean Pigeon, Chris Pigeon, Mike Potvin

TRINIDAD & TOBAGO and delicious dishes. In late September, new High Commissioner of Her Excellency Coye welcomed guests and the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago to Ottawa, donors in a brief speech and discussed issues of Her Excellency Camille Robinson-Regis, hosted a blindness in Jamaica. She talked about the remark- dinner at the High Commission’s site. able experience of Senator Floyd Morris, the fi rst Over an elegant dinner of traditional cuisine blind person appointed to the upper house in the from Trinidad and Tobago, guests enjoyed friendly Jamaican Parliament. He has been instrumental in discussions with Her Excellency Regis about cul- promoting a national policy on disability and con- tural aspects and Carnival events. The High Com- tributes much of his time to motivational speak- missioner and the Information Attaché impressed ing in the nation’s schools. He obtained two uni- their guests with a very informative discussion versity degrees: A Bachelor of Arts degree in Mass and openness to the world. Communication and a Master’s of Philosophy in Government. JAMAICA In November, High Commissioner of Jamaica to CCB looks forward to working further with the Ottawa, Her Excellency R. Evadne Coye, hosted a Embassies who so graciously hosted fundraising dinner at her residence. Both H.E Coye and Dep- dinners over the last year, and will continue to uty Hillary Williams provided a magnifi cent at- reach out to the diplomatic community in an ef- mosphere and refl ected on the generosity of the fort to promote dialogue on international issues Jamaicans through comments, warm welcoming, faced by the blind. q

WHITE CANE WEEK 2009 33 FIFTH ANNUAL BLIND & VISION IMPAIRED CURLING CHAMPIONSHIP

Lions Vision Impaired Curling Championship 2009

The 5th Annual Blind and Vision Impaired states Michael Potvin, CCB Spokesman. “Not only Curling Championship will be held at the Ottawa are the blind curler’s showcasing their amazing Curling Club from February 1 to 6, 2009. This talents on the ice, but to see the support from the year’s event is a milestone for two reasons: given Lions, and Embassies on an international level is support from Lions clubs across Canada and truly remarkable.” now approved by their national organization, the Teams from coast to coast will be participat- bonspiel will be named in honour of the ing. Last year it came down to the fi nal rock Lions. The Championship Bonspiel when B.C. triumphed over Alberta. is also now recognized as an Past guests have included former offi cial event sanctioned by the men’s’ champions Ed Wereni- Canadian Curling Association ch and Jean-Michel Menard, (CCA). the Governor General and “The Lions of Canada the Lieutenant Governor wish the curlers all the of Ontario. best,” states Lion Dr. Doris Koop, CCB Patti Hill, Interna- member from Winni- tional Director. “It peg, is co-ordinating is so important for the championship our blind citizens for the second to be able to enjoy year in a row; and recreational opportu- continues to promote nities such as curling.” visually impaired grass- One of the main mis- roots curling across the sions of the championship country. is to demonstrate the ability With fi nancial support of blind and visually impaired to from the TSX, the CCA is offering all Canadians and to encourage par- training and coaching sessions for ticipation at the local level. persons with disabilities at various cen- “The event is inspirational in so many ways,” tres throughout the country. q

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Canadian Council of the Blind

The main objectives of the CCB are to give people who are blind or vision impaired a voice in their own affairs and to provide rehabilitation through peer support and social and recreational activities.

The Objectives of the Council are threefold:

a. To promote the well-being of individuals who are blind or vision impaired through higher education, proﬁ table employment and social association, and to create a closer relationship between blind and sighted friends.

b. To organize a nation-wide organization of people who are blind and vision impaired and groups of blind persons throughout Canada.

c. To promote measures for the conservation of sight and the prevention of blindness.

36 WHITE CANE WEEK 2009 •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• A Major Breakthrough for Blind and Vision-Restricted Canadians: The Accessible Channel

To explain the need for a TV channel that serves “Description versus no description is like the people who are blind or vision-restricted, Geoff difference a sighted person would experience Eden tells the story of watching Fatal Attraction watching an NHL game on TV versus listening to years ago. His wife had been gamely trying to a play-by-play sportscaster call the game on local describe the action in the gripping thriller when radio,” says Rob Sleath, chair of Advocates for Sight suddenly, at an especially tense moment when Impaired Consumers (ASIC), who lost his vision Glenn Close appears to drown in a bathtub, she in 1992. “The radio broadcaster provides a much fell silent. more vivid ‘visual’ picture of the on-ice action, as “What’s going on,” asked Eden, who is blind. he is aware of painting a picture for his listening “Wait a minute, wait a minute...” his wife replied audience. breathlessly. “With The Accessible Finally, after Eden had Channel, people will know listened in frustration to that just because they’re dramatic music and sound blind or vision-restricted, effects until the scene they’re not excluded from ended, his wife told him programming that everyone what had happened. else has access to.” The “Naturally she found National Broadcast Reading it difﬁ cult to watch the Service a registered charity movie and at the same time created nearly two decades describe to me what was going on,” explains Eden, ago with a mandate to enhance media access for “Not everyone’s wife or son or daughter or friends millions of print- and vision-restricted Canadians. can think quickly and are good at describing a The Accessible Channel will broadcast a range show. And why should we have to rely on them?” of programming - including news, information, Description is a process in which a narrator drama and entertainment - for everyone, from describes the visual elements of a movie, children to seniors. It will seek to acquire top-rated documentary or TV show. That narration is added shows seen on CTV, CanWest Global, CBC, BBC to the soundtrack. For vision-restricted and blind and other networks. People will know that just Canadians, it’s the equivalent of closed captioning, because they’re blind or vision-restricted, they’re which has long been available for people who are not excluded from programming that everyone deaf or hearing-restricted. else has access to.” q

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CARTER D W CHORNEY OPTOMETRY PC EDWARD JONES (780) 483-5447 (519) 258-0942 (403) 239-8632

CAW CANADA D&B CONVENIENCE STORE LTD EL SOMBRERO (709) 753-7191 (780) 639-3289 (905) 502-0011

CENTRE DRYCLEANERS DAISY MART ELITE EARNS (250) 545-2002 (905) 887-5271 (705) 326-9711

CINTAS CANADA DAVE DOOLITTLE’S TAPROOM & GRILL ENERSOL DISTRIBUTORS LTD (613) 354-4313 (902) 435-5311 (204) 474-5170

CITY DRUG STORE DECORAL PAINTING ENVIRO SAFE CLEANING WORK CORP (902) 742-3579 (905) 669-2897 (204) 803-1068

CITY OF BRANTFORD GOLF OPERATIONS DELTA MANAGEMENT SERVICES ESCO ENGINEERING (519) 756-6345 (204) 239-6629 (519) 733-3122

CLIC KLAK ACCESSORIES & GIFTS DERKSEN PRINTERS LTD EXTREME DETAILING (905) 564-7757 (204) 326-3421 (519) 776-6050

CLUB CAFE DH PETCARE & SERVICE INCORPORATED FAIRFIELD WATSON AND COMPANY INC (780) 352-5230 (403) 807-3702 (403) 262-7278

COLLINGWOOD PLUMBING LIMITED DOCS NOW FAST TRUCKING SERVICE LTD (613) 968-4836 (204) 945-9500 (306) 482-3244

COLONIAL EQUESTRIAN CENTRE DOME MANAGEMENT INC FIDUCIARY TRUST COMPANY OF CDA (905) 623-7336 (519) 253-3426 (403) 543-3950

COMFORT INN DONNA DIDUCH BEAUTY SALON FITZRAYS RESTAURANT & LOUNGE (519) 685-9300 (204) 452-1281 (519) 646-1112

COMMISSIONAIRES MANITOBA DON’S TIRE SHOP LTD FOREST LAWN MEMORIAL GARDENS (204) 942-5993 (306) 634-3637 (519) 451-2410

COMMUNICATION EXCELLENCE DOUGLAS FIRE SAFETY SYSTEMS LTD FORT MCMURRAY INDUSTRIAL CLEANERS (519) 681-9238 (613) 733-5348 (780) 742-2262

CONNIE’S CARE HOME DOUGS PLACE COLLISION REPAIR INC FRAMING AND ART CENTRE (306) 682-4584 (780) 439-3665 (519) 759-6989

CONSOLIDATED MONITORING LTD DOWNTOWN YOGA FRANTIC UPHOLSTERY (780) 488-3777 (613) 722-6860 (519) 842-2025

COOKS QUALITY MEATS DR D HUMPHREYS DENTISTRY PROF CORP FREIGHTLINER MANITOBA LTD (250) 768-4228 (705) 264-1259 (204) 694-3002

CORAL BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS INC DR ROBERT CARTER FRONTIER CRANE SERVICE INC (902) 468-3282 (403) 342-1247 (905) 628-6251

COUNTRY GRILL FAMILY RESTAURANT DUBETZ ENGINEERING LTD FUN TO LEARN MONTESSORI INC (519) 442-5714 (403) 265-0747 (905) 812-9606

COUNTRY HILLS PETROLEUM LTD DUDLEY CO G K BRAUN INSURANCE SERVICES (403) 532-4748 (306) 757-5555 (204) 942-6171

CREATIVE DECOR DUMOUCHEL MEAT DELI G S AUTO REPAIR (519) 652-9650 (613) 744-6683 (905) 276-0025

CREATIVE ESTHETICS DENTAL LAB DUNNVILLE AUTO WRECKERS LTD G.S. (902) 566-5313 (905) 774-7444 (403) 277-2583

CURLERS CORNER DURASEAL WINDOW AND DOOR GARRY LUNA (403) 270-0220 (204) 482-9099 (403) 268-9888

CURTIS LASANTE E. Y. E. MARINE CONSULTANTS GAS CITY DRYWALL & ACOUSTIC CEILING (780) 875-1765 (902) 463-8940 (403) 362-6613

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EmployAbility Partnership Phone: 306-374-4448 Fax: 306-373-2665 Fax: 819-762-8403 250-500 George Street, E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected] Sydney, NS B1P 6R7 Website: www.abilitiescouncil.sk.ca Website: www.cablevision.qc.ca/aphvrn Phone: 888-336-1135 Product: Rehabilitation and training services, Product: Adaptive equipment, advocacy, Fax: 902-539-6226 recreation education E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.employabilitypdpa.ca Self-Help Resource Association of British Columbia Coalition of People Product: Job training, advocacy, education, skills British Columbia with Disabilities training 306-1212 Broadway Street, 204-456 West Broadway Street, Vancouver, BC V6H 3V1 Vancouver, BC V5Y 1R3 Fondation des Aveugles du Quebec Phone: 604-733-6186 Phone: 800-663-1278 5112 rue Bellechasse, Fax: 604-730-1015 Fax: 604-875-9227 Montreal, QC H1T 2A4 E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected] Phone: 514-259-9470 Website: www.selfhelpresource.bc.ca Website: www.bccpd.bc.ca Fax: 514-254-5079 Product: Skills training, peer support, referral, Product: Advocacy E-mail: [email protected] education Website: www.aveugles.org Canadian Braille Authority (CBA) Product: Sports and leisure, housing, education, AWARENESS c/o The CNIB Library for the Blind, research and development 1931 Bayview Ave., Toronto, ON M4G 3E8 Alberta Committee of Citizens with Phone: 416-480-7522 Guide Dog Users of Canada Disabilities Fax: 416-480-7700 181 Bank Street, Ottawa, ON K2P 2L9 #707 Princeton Place E-mail: [email protected] Contact: Sue Archibald 10339 - 124 Street NW Website: www.canadianbrailleauthority.ca Phone: 613-416-236-1796 Edmonton, AB T5N 3W1 Product: Advocacy, Braille Fax: 416-236-4280 Phone: 780-488-9088 E-mail: [email protected] Toll Free: 1-800-387-2514 Canadian Council on Rehabilitation Website: www.gduc.ca TDD/TTY: 780-488-9090 and Work Product: Education, peer support Fax: 780-488-3757 401-111 Richmond Street, E-mail: [email protected] Toronto, ON M5H 2G4 Multi-Ethnic Association for Website: www.accd.net Contact: Carole Barron the Integration of Persons with Phone: 416-260-3060 Disabilities Alliance for Equality of Blind Fax: 416-260-3093 6462, boul. St-Laurent, Canadians E-mail: [email protected] Montreal, QC H2S 3C4 Box 20262 RPO Town Center Website: www.ccrw.org Phone: 514-272-0680 Kelowna, BC V1Y 9H2 Product: Advocacy, skills training, employment Fax: 514-272-8530 Toll Free: 1-800-561-4774 assistance E-mail: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Website: www.ameiph.com Website: www.blindcanadians.ca Canadian Disabled Individuals Product: Employment assistance, integration, Association skills training AMD Alliance International 8623 Granville Street, 1929, Bayview Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6P 5A2 Neil Squire Foundation Toronto, ON M4G 3E8 Phone: 604-301-1029 220-2250 Boundary Road, Phone: 877-AMD-7171 Fax: 604-301-1049 Burnaby, BC V5M 3Z3 E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected] Phone: 604-473-9363 Website: www.amdalliance.com Website: www.disabledindividuals.ca Fax: 1-604-473-9364 Product: Advocacy, education Product: Advocacy, education, housing E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.neilsquire.ca Association des Personnes Canadian National Society for Products: Learning and rehabilitation programs, Handicapees de la Peninsule the Deaf-Blind research and development of adaptive devices. Acadienne 405-422 Willowdale Avenue, 643 Boul. St-Pierre O., North York, ON M2N 5B1 Resource Centre for Manitobans who Caraquet, NB E1W 1A2 Fax: 416-223-0182 are Deaf-Blind Phone: 506-727-6095 E-mail: [email protected] 295 Pembina Hwy, Fax: 506-727-4831 Website: www.cnsdb.ca Winnipeg, MB R3L 2E1 E-mail: [email protected] Product: Advocacy, adaptive equipment Fax: 204-452-0688 Website: www.jeunessepacadienne.org Products: Advocacy, education, rehabilitation Product: Advocacy, employment assistance Citizen Advocacy and skills training 495 Glengarry Avenue, Association des Personnes Windsor, ON N9A 1P5 Saskatchewan Abilities Council Handicapees Visuelles Phone: 519-966-5010 2310 Louise Avenue, 230-380 rue Richard, Fax: 519-966-5015 Saskatoon, SK S7J 2C7 Rouyn-Noranda, QC J9X 4L3 E-mail: [email protected] Branches: Regina, Swift Current, Yorkton Branches: Gatineau, Website: www.citizen-advocacy.ca Contact: Dana Kingsbury Phone: 819-762-2823 Product: Advocacy, peer support, animal therapy

42 WHITE CANE WEEK 2009 Honour Roll Patrons

GATSON CHAGNON PROPERTY LTD HEBDEN ENGINEERING INC JOSH’S GAS SERVICE (902) 423-0946 (250) 652-1605 (519) 659-3356

GEDDES FURNITURE AND ANTIQUES HELLYER S FOODLAND JRW DESIGN (902) 454-7171 (519) 793-3415 (905) 672-1726

GENERAL VANIER NURSERY SCHOOL INC HILLCREST HOME BAKING JULEES (204) 253-2559 (519) 669-1381 (613) 826-1243

GENIVAR HILLSIDE BUILDING SALES LTD JUST INK SERVICES (306) 665-6223 (506) 855-5066 (403) 348-0102

GEO MEDIA HINZ PAVING EXCAVATING GRAVEL JUSTIFIED TYPE INC (416) 203-7747 (519) 653-2184 (519) 823-8973

GIL’S NEW & USED FURNITURE LTD HODGETTS SERVICES K B DESIGN (204) 582-8726 (780) 499-9507 (250) 384-1550

GLENN & SYDNEY SELLICK HOLY ROSARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL K M CLEANING (519) 322-0363 (519) 824-5620 (902) 479-2068

GOGUEN ADRIEN FILS LTEE HOME BUILDING CENTRE K MICHAELS FLOWERS AND GIFTS (506) 576-6601 (780) 853-4757 (519) 988-0050

GOLD KEY INSURANCE SERVICES LTD HOUSE COMPANY LTD KATHLEEN IRVINE (604) 502-0441 (780) 438-1877 (604) 261-1038

GOLDBAR MECHANICAL CO LTD HUNTING ENERGY SERVICES LTD KEG STEAK HOUSE & BAR (403) 320-7460 (403) 543-4477 (306) 653-3633

GOODFELLOW & DOUGHERTY LTD ICI PAINTS KELLYS ALTERATIONS (705) 742-8801 (613) 933-3791 (519) 743-2145

GOSSEN INSURANCE SERVICES LTD IFH DESIGNS & INSTALLATIONS INC KENRAE FARMS (306) 945-2353 (519) 461-1078 (306) 862-4849

GRACIER RIDGE HOME IMPERIAL CAFE KEYSTONE GRAPHICS (807) 623-2978 (905) 640-2150 (403) 543-6060

GREAT LAKES INS ANNUNITY SERV INC IMPRESSIONS LADIES FASHIONS LTD KEYTECH WATER MANAGEMENT (519) 974-2871 (613) 257-2124 (519) 748-4822

GREENLAND WASTE DISPOSAL LTD INDUS AUTOMATION INC KI PENBROOKE LP (306) 763-3133 (204) 943-0112 (613) 735-5566

GREEN’S AUTO PARTS LTD. INDUSTRIAL SAFETY WORLD INC KINGSTON WALMART (506) 458-9234 (902) 755-2060 (613) 384-9071

GREGOIRE ESSO LTD IRONROSS INC KINGSWAY ASSET MANAGEMENT LTD (780) 743-5016 (519) 742-0171 (780) 413-6266

GREY NUNS OF MANITOBA IVAN CYCLE MOTOR REPAIR KLASSEN DIESEL SALES LTD (204) 233-1618 (403) 314-9733 (604) 940-6400

GRUNTHAL BAKERY JACQUES LAGRANGE KNIGHTS INN (204) 434-6969 (604) 657-5026 (519) 372-2929

H R BLOCK JACQUES P ALEXANIAN CGA KOOL RITE REFRIGERATION (204) 642-7402 (613) 749-4666 (709) 726-7997

HAGEMANN JEWELLERS JAMES MCCALLUM PROFESSIONAL COR KOOL STUFF (250) 545-1528 (403) 209-0159 (905) 547-7280

HAIR ENERGY JAYMAR DIESEL LTD KRUSHEL FARRINGTON BARR. & SOLIC. (204) 956-1488 (902) 624-2400 (403) 320-4666

HANS BIERI CUSTOM WOODWORK JOHN & ROSWITHA DES ROCHES LA CO OPERATIVE DE BAIE STE ANNE LTD (204) 762-5849 (604) 533-1827 (506) 228-4211

HARRIS ROOME SUPPLY JOHN GERBER LA PETITE GARDRIE DE STE ANNE (902) 481-2565 (807) 482-2017 (506) 743-6038

HART REALTY COMPANY JOS DUBE GARAGE LAKEVIEW INNS AND SUITES (204) 453-1217 (506) 235-2367 (506) 459-0035

HAVEN HOME COMFORT INC JOSEPH MCGRATH LARCA CUSTOM MACHINING INC (613) 634-7722 (902) 449-2474 (519) 740-7374

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Citizen Advocacy of Ottawa Website: www.msnet.org/leo Tel/TTY: 450-463-9899 1 Community Place Product: Advocacy, adaptive equipment Courriel: [email protected] 312 Parkdale Avenue Web: www.unionfrancophonedesaveugles.org Ottawa, ON, K1Y 4X5 PEI Council of the Disabled Phone: 613-761-9522 25 University Avenue, ASSISTANCE TTY: 613-725-6175 Charlottetown, PE C1A 8B9 EmployAbility Partnership Fax: 613-761-9525 Phone: 902-892-9149 500 George Street, suite 250 E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected] Sydney, NS B1P 6R7 Website: www.citizenadvocacy.ca Website: www.peicod.pe.ca Tel: 902-539-5673 Product: Advocacy, education, employment Fax: 902-539-6226 Coalition of Persons with Disabilities assistance Toll-Free: 1-888-336-1135 1-160 Traders Blvd. East, E-mail: [email protected] Mississauga, ON L4Z 3K7 REACH Canada Website: www.employabilitypdpa.ca Phone: 800-270-3861 400 Coventry Road, Ottawa, ON Fax: 905-755-9953 K1K 2C7 E-mail: [email protected] Phone: 800-465-8898 Saskatchewan Abilities Council Website: www.disabilityaccess.org Fax: 613-256-6605 2310 Louise Avenue Product: Advocacy, employment assistance E-mail: [email protected] Saskatoon, SK S7J 2C7 Website: www.reach.ca Tel: 306-374-4448 Confederation des Organismes de Product: Advocacy, education, fundraising Fax: 306-373-2665 Personnes Handicapees du Quebec E-mail: [email protected] (COPHAN) Regroupement des Associations Website: www.abilitiescouncil.sk.ca 1210-1055 Boul. Rene-Levesque E., Montreal, de Personnes Handicapees de QC H2L 4S5 l’Outaouais CHILD SERVICES Phone: 514-284-0155 127, rue Jean-Proulx, Fax: 514-284-0775 Gatineau, QC J9Z 1T4 Between Friends Club E-mail: [email protected] Phone: 819-770-0535 304-501 18th Avenue SW, Website: www.cophan.org Fax: 819-770-7006 Calgary, AB T2S 0C7 Product: Advocacy, Peer Support, Education E-mail: [email protected] Phone: 403-269-9133 Product: Advocacy, education Fax: 403-269-3919 Council of Canadians with Disabilities E-mail: [email protected] 926-294 Portage Avenue, Regroupement des Aveugles et Website: www.betweenfriends.ab.ca Winnipeg, MB R3C 0B9 Amblyopes du Montreal-Metropolitain Product: Recreational activities, youth camp, Phone: 204-947-0303 5215, rue Berri, bureau 200 support E-mail: [email protected] Montréal (Québec) H2J 2S4 Website: www.ccdonline.ca Téléphone: 514-277-4401 EDUCATION Product: Advocacy Télécopieur: 514-277-8961 Courriel: [email protected] Atlantic Provinces Special Education International Society of the Website: www.raamm.org Authority Handicapped of Greater Vancouver 5940 South Street 125-8880 no. 1 Road, Sam Sullivan Disability Foundation Halifax, NS, B3H 1S6 Richmond, BC V7C 4C3 770 Paciﬁ c Blvd. South, Tel./TTY: (902) 424-8500 Phone: 604-271-8387 Vancouver, BC V6B 5E7 Fax: (902) 424-0543 Fax: 604-271-8343 Phone: 604-688-6464 Website: www.apsea.ca E-mail: [email protected] Fax: 604-688-6463 Website: www.vcn.bc.ca/ishbc E-mail: [email protected] The Hadley School for the Blind Product: Advocacy Website: www.disabilityfoundation.org 700 Elm Street, Product: Advocacy, rehabilitation, recreational Winnetka, IL 60093 – 2554, USA Manitoba League of Persons with activities, sports Phone: 800-323-4238 Disabilities Fax: 847-446-9916 105, 500 Portage Avenue, Saskatchewan Voice of People with E-mail: [email protected] Winnipeg, MB, R3C 3X1 Disabilities Website: www.hadley-school.org Telephone: 204-943-6099 984 Albert Street Product: Integration, advocacy, instruction and (Voice/TTY) Fax: 204-942-3146 Regina, SK S4R 2P7 skills training Website: www.mlpd.mb.ca Tel/TTY: (306) 569-3111 Fax: (306) 569-1889 W. Ross MacDonald School for the Toll Free: 1-877-569-3111 Blind Nova Scotia League for Equal E-mail: [email protected] 350 Brant Street, Opportunities Website: www.saskvoice.com Brantford, ON N3T 3J9 1211-5251 Duke Street, Phone: 519-759-2522 Halifax, NS B3J 1P3 Fax: 519-759-1036 Branches: Sydney, New Glasgow, Truro Union Francophone des Aveugles Type: Education Phone: 866-696-7536 1111 rue St. Charles Ouest, 3e etage Product: Integration, advocacy, instruction and Fax: 902-454-4781 Longueuil, QC J4K 5G4 skills training E-mail: [email protected]

44 WHITE CANE WEEK 2009 Honour Roll Patrons

LATRATTORIA D ITALIA RESTAURANT MARLIN TRAVEL THUNDER BAY MR ALAN GOSNELL (403) 276-6026 (807) 623-8353 (204) 677-3720

LAURENT’S MOBILE FARM SERVICE LTD MARRIOTT INTL MR CLEON HORST (306) 937-3252 (506) 443-7521 (519) 846-5451

LEACOCK TRAVEL & TOURS MARTHA’S CATERING MR LINDEN REIMER (613) 275-2263 (519) 753-9017 (204) 326-3109

LES TOURNESOLS SUNFLOWERS BILINGUAL MARTINS GARAGE LTD MR MATH (780) 431-2534 (519) 664-2281 (416) 489-1799

LETO TRAVEL MARY SQUIRES MR R C WILBEE (519) 258-8002 (905) 427-3855 (204) 534-2938

LIBERTY CLEANERS MASSTON CONSTRUCTION CO MR RICHARD KENNEDY (604) 277-2712 (780) 963-5533 (506) 368-2525

LIBERTY TAX SERVICE MAUDE’S CONVENIENCE MRS BELVA PARK (613) 729-5999 (902) 368-8821 (306) 586-6913

LIBERTY TAX SERVICE MBS STEEL LTD MRS IDA MILLER (613) 747-4447 (905) 799-9922 (902) 423-1952

LIQUID LASER JETTING SYSTEMS INC MCKAY TRAVEL LIMITED MRS JILL QUAST (905) 738-2121 (519) 759-4882 (705) 738-2201

LITEHOUSE SEAFOOD BAR GRILL MEADOW LAKE WELDING & MACHINE LTD MRS MARILYN BLAIR (905) 890-2500 (306) 236-2901 (204) 727-4225

LITTLE DREAMBUG MEDALLION ELECTRIC LTD MRS P’S HOMESTYLE BAKERY (403) 686-6664 (403) 286-4545 (902) 479-1293

LONG BRANCH OPTICAL INC MERIDIAN ENGINE SERVICES LTD MUELLER FLOW CONTROL (416) 255-0445 (780) 875-2921 (204) 774-3461

LOREZ VIBRATION CONTROL LTD MG MOTORS MULTISTREAM ENVIRONMENTAL (604) 879-2974 (905) 472-7464 (905) 451-8283

LORI ISHII STATE FARM INSURANCE MID CANADA PRODUCTION SERVICES INC MY PHARMACY (613) 830-8340 (204) 772-0368 (306) 922-3784

LORMAC RENOVATIONS CENTRE MIDNORTHERN ELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE NAKAMUN SUPERETTE (519) 652-2820 (780) 715-0220 (780) 967-2151

LUSO MART IMPORTS LTD MIKE SNAIL ROOFING NANAKSAR GURDWARA GURSIKH TEMPLE (204) 783-5659 (519) 467-5275 (604) 270-7369

LYNEDOCH CARRIAGE WORKS MILLENIUM DIRECTIONAL SERVICE LTD NAPOLIS CAFE & GRILL (519) 582-4175 (403) 264-8206 (613) 836-7722

M & JF CLEANING SERVICES MINUTE AUTO WASH NATIONAL BUILDING INSPECTIONS (519) 948-0446 (613) 932-3711 (403) 340-8603

M & M ENGINEERING LTD MISSING LINK TECHNOLOGIES LTD NATURE’S GROVE GARDEN CENTRE (709) 753-8101 (506) 855-6000 (905) 846-9073

MACDOUGALLS TOOL SALES & SERVICE LTD MISSION TERMINAL INC NEABORS FAMILY RESTAURANT (403) 291-2970 (204) 940-3010 (705) 324-1862

MACGOWAN’S OLDWARE & ANTIQUES MONICA CALDBICK NEWFOUNDLAND DESIGN ASSOCIATES LTD (306) 653-4033 (613) 728-0853 (709) 726-4490

MACMILLAN HUTTERIAN BRETHREN MONTE CARLO INN AIRPORT SUITES NIAGARA ARMS RETIREMENT HOTEL (403) 395-2224 (905) 564-8500 (905) 687-3388

MAGUIRE & ASSOCIATES INSURANCE MONTO RENO MARINA LIMITED NIAKWA PARK PLAZA (204) 727-4700 (705) 456-2122 (204) 255-8844

MAPLE LEAF FRESH FOODS MOOREFIELD EXCAVATING NICOL FLORIST (905) 637-2301 (519) 343-3571 (519) 752-3142

MAPLE LODGE MOTHER HUBBARDS NATURAL PRODUCTS NORSTAR INSURANCE SERVICES (519) 426-4065 (613) 820-3178 (204) 376-5474

MARILYN HAMELIN MOTOSPORTS NORTH POLE TREASURES (705) 326-4881 (613) 965-6626 (613) 253-2533

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EMPLOYMENT Path Employment Services P.O., Ottawa, ON K1P 5P0 Effort Square, Phone: 613-830-1398 ATN 140 King Street East, Suite 7 E-mail: [email protected] 504-141 Dundas Street, Hamilton, ON L8N 1B2 Website: www.gduc.ca London, ON N6A 1G3 Phone: 905-528-6611 Product: Guide dog assistance Phone: 519-433-7950 TTY: 905-528-3336 Fax: 519-433-0282 Fax: 905-528-2181 Lions Foundation of Canada Dog E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected] Guides Website: www.atn.on.ca Website: www.pathemployment.com 152 Wilson Street, Oshawa, ON Type: Employment L6K 3H2 Product: Employment assistance, skills training Reaching E-Quality Employment Phone: 905-842-2891 Services Fax: 905-842-3373 Career Flight 305-1200 Portage Avenue, E-mail: [email protected] 1753 Water Street, Suite 2 Winnipeg, MB R3G 0T5 Website: www.dogguides.com Miramichi, NB E1N 1B2 Contact: Teresa Andreychuk Product: Guide dog training, fundraising Tel: 506-627-4350 Phone: 204-947-1609 Fax: 506-627-4356 Fax: 204-947-2932 Western Guide Dog Foundation TTY: 506-627-4358 E-mail: [email protected] 14550, 116th Avenue, Website: www.career-ﬂ ight.com Website: www.re-es.org Edmonton, AB T5M 3E9 Product: Employment assistance, rehabilitation, Phone: 877-252-9433 Chrysalis skills training Fax: 780-944-9571 13325 St-Albert Trail, E-mail: [email protected] Edmonton, AB T5L 4R3 GUIDE DOGS Website: www.guidedog.ca Contact: Stan Fisher Product: Guide dog training Phone: 780-454-9656 BC Guide Dog Services E-mail: [email protected] #10-4767 64th Street, HOUSING Website: www.chrysalis.ab.ca Ladner, BC V4K-3M2 Product: Employment assistance, skills training Phone: 604-940-4504 Bethany Care Society Fax: 604-940-4506 1001 17th Street NW, Calgary, AB Durham Region Employment Network E-mail: [email protected] T2N 2E5 60 Bond Street West, 8th Floor Website: www.bcguidedog.com/ Phone: 403-210-4600 Oshawa, ON L1G 1A5 Type: Guide Dogs Fax: 204-947-2932 Tel: 905-720-1777 Product: Guide dog training, fundraising E-mail: [email protected] Fax: 905-720-1363 Website: www.bethanycare.com E-mail: [email protected] Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind Product: Housing, skills training Website: www.dren.org 4120, Rideau Valley Drive N., Manotick, ON K4M 1A3 LAW EmployAbilities Branches: Richmond, Victoria, Kingston 4th Floor, 10909 Jasper Avenue Phone: 613-692-7777 ARCH Legal Clinic Edmonton, AB T5J 3L9 Fax: 613-692-0650 110-425 Bloor Street E., Tel: 780-423-4106 E-mail: [email protected] Toronto, ON M4W 3R5 Fax: 780-426-0029 Website: www.guidedogs.ca Phone: 866-482-ARCH E-mail: [email protected] Product: Guide dog training, fundraising Fax: 1-866-881-ARCF Website: www.employabilities.ab.ca E-mail: [email protected] Canine Vision Canada Website: www.archlegalclinic.ca IAM Cares Society P.O. Box 907, Oakville, ON L6J 5E8 Product: Legal services 102-5623 Imperial Street, Phone: 905-842-2891 Burnaby, BC V5J 1G1 Fax: 905-842-2891 PROVINCIAL TECHNICAL AIDS AND Branches: Surrey, North Vancouver E-mail: [email protected] DEVICES FUNDING PROGRAMS Phone: 604-436-2921 Website: www.dogguides.com Fax: 604-436-9100 Product: Provides dog guides for the blind or Alberta Aids to Daily Living (AADL) E-mail: [email protected] visually impaired 10030 - 107 Street, Website: www.iamcares.com Edmonton, AB T5J 3E4 Product: Employment assistance Fondation Mira Branches: Edmonton 1820, rang Nord-Ouest, Phone: 780-427-2631 Link Up Employment Services for Ste-Madeleine, QC J0H 1S0 Persons with Disabilities Phone: 450-795-3725 Ontario Assistive Devices Program 55 Eglinton Avenue East, Suite 502 Fax: 450-795-3789 (ADP) Toronto, Ontario M4P 1G8 E-mail: [email protected] Suite M1-57, Macdonald Block, Tel: (416) 413-4922 Website: www.mira.ca 900 Bay Street, Toronto, ON M7A 1R3 Fax: (416) 413-4927 Product: Guide dog training Phone: 800-268-1154 TTY: (416) 413-4926 Website: www.health.gov.on.ca E-mail: [email protected] Guide Dog Users of Canada (GDUC) Website: www.linkup.ca 1460 Merivale Rd., P.O. Box 78026, Meriline

46 WHITE CANE WEEK 2009 Honour Roll Patrons

NOVA ELECTRIC LTD PHOENIX AGRITECH CANADA LTD RICHIBUCTO ALUMINUM RAILINGS (506) 452-1123 (902) 662-2444 (506) 876-4636

NOVANTESIMO MINUTO SPORTS BAR PHYLLIS MADIUK RIVER EDGE COMPUTERS (905) 850-7151 (780) 789-3606 (780) 656-2101

NUFLOORS PINE ALLARD PROPERTIES ROADREDDY AUTO SERVICE (780) 743-1373 (705) 253-9002 (780) 998-2036

OFFICE INTERIORS PINE CRAFT WOODWORKING ROMAN BARSKI TRANSPORT LTD (902) 455-3333 (807) 937-4268 (905) 547-7536

OLSON REFIGERATION PIONEER PETROLEUMS RON PELTIER TRUCKING LTD. (204) 284-3412 (905) 640-5121 (519) 351-2445

ONTARIO CUTTING & CORING LIMITED PIZZA LATINA ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION (905) 279-2660 (613) 478-2222 (902) 892-6022

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WHITE CANE WEEK 2009 47 Resources for Blind and Visually Impaired Canadians

Quebec Programme D’aides Visuelles Phone: 709-722-7011, Fax: 709-722-4424 Website: www.gov.sk.ca/odi 1125, chemin Saint-Louis, TTY: (709) 722-7998 Sillery QU G1S 1E7 Yukon Phone: 418-646-4636 Northwest Territories Offi ce: Department of Health & Offi ce: Northwest Territories Council Social Services, Adult Services Saskatchewan Aids to Independent for Disabled Persons PO Box 2703, Living (SAIL) 5014-47th St., P.O. Box 1387, Yellowknife, NT Whitehorse, YK Y1A 2C6 3475 Albert Street, Regina, SK S4S 6X6 X1A 2P1 Contact: Leona Corniere Phone: 800-667-7766 (Saskatchewan only) Contact: Cecily Hewitt Phone: 867-668-3674 E-mail: [email protected] Phone: 867-873-8230 Fax: 867-667-3096 Fax: 867-873-4124 E-mail: [email protected] PROVINCIAL/TERRITORIAL ADVISORY TTY: 867- 920-2674 Website: www.hss.gov.yk.ca/ssframe.html COUNCILS & CONTACTS E-mail: [email protected] REHABILITATION Nova Scotia Alberta Offi ce: Nova Scotia Disabled Persons Alberta Council of Disability Services Offi ce: Premier’s Council on the Status of Commission Bay 19, 3220 - 5 Avenue NE Persons with Disabilities PO Box 222, Halifax, NS B3J 2M4 Calgary, AB T2A 5N1 301-11044 82nd Ave. Contact: Judy Hughes Ph: 403-250-9495 Edmonton, AB T6G 0T2 Phone: 902-424-8280 Fax: 403-291-9864 Contact: Terry Keyko Fax: (902) 424-0592 E-mail: [email protected] Phone: 780 422-1095 (and TTY) TTY: 902-424-2667 Website: www.acds.ca Toll-Free: 800-272-8841 (and TTY) E-mail: [email protected] Fax: 780-422-9691 Website: www.gov.ns.ca/disa Centre for Sight Enhancement E-mail: [email protected] University of Waterloo Website: www.premierscouncil.ab.ca Nunavut No listings at present. 200 University Avenue West Waterloo, ON N2L 3G1 British Columbia Ontario Phone: 519-888-4567 Ext. 33178 Offi ce: Disability Issues & Awareness, Ministry of Offi ce: Accessibility Advisory Council of Ontario Fax: 519-725-0784 Human Resources 400 University Ave., 3rd Fl., Toronto, ON M7A Website: www.optometry.uwaterloo.ca 614 Humbolt St., 2nd Fl. 2R9 Victoria, BC V8W 9H8 Contact: Jeff Adams Montreal Association for the Blind Contact: Frank Jonasen Phone: 416-314-7545 7000, Sherbrooke Street West Phone: 250-365-1716, Fax: 205-387-1610 Fax: 416-314-7467 Montreal, QC, H4B 1R3 E-mail: [email protected] TTY: 877-877-0126 Tel: 514-489-8201 E-mail: [email protected] Fax: 514-489-3477 Manitoba E-mail: [email protected] Offi ce: Family Services and Housing, Prince Edward Island Website: www.mab.ca Policy and Planning Offi ce: PEI Council of the Disabled Inc. 219-114 Garry St., 300-25 University Ave., P.O. Box 2128, RESEARCH Winnipeg, MB R3C 4V6 Charlottetown, PE C1A 7N7 Contact: Jim Derksen Contact: Anne Lie-Nielsen Foundation Fighting Blindness Phone: 204-945-5351 Phone: 902-892-9149 12th fl oor, 890 Yonge Street Fax: 204-945-2156 Fax: 902-566-1919 Toronto, ON M4W 3P4 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.peicod.pe.ca Tel: 416-360-4200 E-mail: [email protected] Fax: 416-360-0060 New Brunswick Toll-Free: 1-800-461-3331 Offi ce: Premier’s Council on the Status Quebec E-mail: info.ffb.ca of Disabled Persons Offi ce: Offi ce des personnes handicapées Website: www.ffb.ca 648-440 King St., du Québec Fredericton, NB E3B 5H8 309 Brock St., Contact: Randy Dickinson Drummondville, QC J2B 1C5 SERVICE PROVIDERS Phone: 506-444-3000 (and TTY) Contact: Denis Boulanger Toll-free: 800-442-4412 (in NB) Phone: 819-475-8533 Canadian National Institute for Fax: 506-444-3001 Fax: 514-284-0775 the Blind E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected] 1929 Bayview Avenue, Website: www.gnb.ca/0048 Toronto, ON M4G 3E8 Saskatchewan Branches: Calgary, Edmonton, Kamloops, Newfoundland Offi ce: Offi ce of Disability Issues Vancouver, Winnipeg, Bathurst, Miramichi, Offi ce: Coalition of Persons with Disabilities 14-1920 Broad St., Regina, SK S4P 3V8 Moncton, Fredericton, Saint John, Grand Falls/ – Newfoundland & Labrador (COD) Contact: Daryl Stubel Windsor, St-John’s, Sydney, Halifax, Brantford, 4 Escasoni Place, Phone: 306-787-7283 Oshawa, Cornwall, Windsor, Mississauga, St. John’s, NF A1A 3R6 Fax: 306-798-0364 Hamilton, Kingston, Ottawa, Pembroke, Sault Contact: Mary Ennis E-mail: [email protected] Ste. Marie, Barrie, Waterloo, Montreal, Regina

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WHITE CANE WEEK 2009 49 Resources for Blind and Visually Impaired Canadians

Phone: 416-486-2500 Fax: 416-480-7677 7, 15 Colonel Baker Place NE Centre de Loisirs Metropolitain pour E-mail: [email protected] Calgary, AB T2E 4Z3 Handicapes Visuels Website: www.cnib.ca Tel: 403-262-5332 7350 de la Nantaise Product: Adaptive equipment, referrals, Fax: 403-265-7221 Anjou, QC, H1M 1B5 education, library services, rehab services Toll Free: 1-888-882-7722 Tel: 514-354-8840 E-mail: [email protected] Children’s Ability Fund Website: www.asrab.ab.ca Manitoba Blind Sports Association 301-12431 Stony Plain Road, 200 Main Street, Winnipeg, MB Edmonton, AB T5N 3N3 Association Quebecoise de Loisirs R3C 4M2 Phone: 780-454-9191 pour Personnes Handicapees Contact: Cathy Derewianchuk Fax: 780-452-5036 4545, av. Pierre-De Coubertin Phone: 204-925-5694 E-mail: [email protected] C.P. 1000, succursale M Fax: 204-925-5703 Website: www.childrensabilityfund.ab.ca Montréal, QC H1V 3R2 E-mail: [email protected] Product: Adaptive equipment, bursaries Tél: 514-252-3144 Website: www.blindsport.mb.ca Téléc: 514-252-8360 Product: Sports and recreation Children’s Link Society E-mail: [email protected] 2-4412 Manilla Road SE, Website: www.aqlph.qc.ca National Capital Visually Impaired Calgary, AB T2G 4B7 Sports Association Phone: 403-230-9158 BC Disability Sports 223 Deerfox Drive Ottawa, ON K2J 5H5 Fax: 403-230-3252 322-1367 West Broadway Street, Tel: 613-829-3183 E-mail: [email protected] Vancouver, BC V6H 4A9 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.childrenslink.ca Phone: 604-737-3035 Website: www.ncscd.ca/NCVISAPage.html Product: Support, education, research Fax: 604-737-3039 E-mail: [email protected] Zone Loisir Monteregie Institut Nazareth & Louis-Braille Website: www.cnib.ca 3800, Boulevard Casavant Ouest 1111, rue St-Charles O., Type: Sports and recreation Saint-Hyacinthe, QC J2S 8E3 Longueuil, QC J4K 5G4 Product: Coaching, sports and recreation Téléphone: 450-771-0707 Phone: 800-361-7063 E-mail: [email protected] Fax: 450-463-0243 British Columbia Blind Sports and Website: www.zlm.qc.ca E-mail: [email protected] Recreation Association Website: www.inlb.qc.ca #330 - 5055 Joyce Street, SUPPORT Product: Integration, support, rehab services Vancouver , BC V5R 6B2 Phone: 604-325-8638 Family Support Institute Manitoba Intervention Manitoba Inc. Fax: 604-325-1638 Blind Sports Association Suite 201 - 1100 Concordia Avenue E-mail: [email protected] 300-30 East Sixth Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R2K 4B8 Website: www.bcblindsports.bc.ca/ Vancouver, BC V5T 4P4 Tel: 204-949-3730 Product: Coaching, sports and recreation Phone: 604-875-1119 Fax: 1-604-875-6744 Fax: 204-949-3732 E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected] Blind Sailing Canada Website: www.familysupportbc.com Website: www.msen.mb.ca/cdbra.html 45 Brahms Avenue, Toronto, ON Product: Family support M2H 1H3 Society of Manitobans with Phone: 416-496-5089 TEXT CONVERSION Disabilities Fax: 416-489-8221 825 Sherbrook Street E-mail: [email protected] La Magnetotheque Winnipeg, Manitoba R3A 1M5 Website: www.blindsailing.ca 301-1055 Boul. Rene-Levesque, Tel: 204-975-3010 Product: Sailing Montreal, QC H2L 4S5 Toll free: 1-866-282-8041 Phone: 800-361-0635 Fax: 514-282-1676 TTY: 1-800-225-9108 - Canada/US Canadian Blind Sports Association E-mail: [email protected] Fax: 204-975-3073 7 Mill Street, Lower Level, Website: www.lamagnetotheque.qc.ca Almonte, ON K0A 1A0 Product: Converting written literature to audio SOCIAL Phone: 613-256-7792 format Fax: 613-256-8759 Connectra Product: Sports and recreation T-Base Communications Suite 207, 3077 Granville Street 19 Main Street, Ottawa, ON K1S 1A9 Vancouver, BC, Canada V6H 3J9 Central Ontario Developmental Riding Phone: 613-236-0484 Fax: 613-232-6881 Tel: 604-688-6464 Program E-mail: [email protected] Fax: 604-688-6463 584 Pioneer Tower Road, Website: www.tbase.com E-mail: [email protected] Kitchener, ON N2P 2H9 Product: Converting text to Braille and audio Website: www.connectra.org Phone: 519-653-4686 formats Fax: 519-653-5565 SPORTS AND RECREATION E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.codrp.com Alberta Sport and Recreation Product: Therapeutic horseback riding, youth Association of the Blind camp

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77734%#+,%9#!WHITE CANE WEEK 2009 51 EYE HEALTH CARE FOR THOSE SUFFERING FROM WET AGE-RELATED MACULAR DEGENERATION (AMD) I’M A HAPPY CAMPER!

52 WHITE CANE WEEK 2009 People who were almost blind are on Lorna Ball, a 70 year old retired teacher, is a vol- the road again unteer and a proud mother and grandmother, who enjoys skiing and golfi ng. If you met her today, you What’s it like to be almost blind then, a few months later, see well enough to drive a car? Some Canadians are fi nding out. People would never have guessed that two years ago she suffering from the leading cause of age-related vision loss, wet age- was well down the road to losing her eyesight. related macular degeneration (AMD), are able to get back much In 2006, Lorna went to see her optometrist for of their sight, including the ability to drive a car, thanks to a new treatment, “Lucentis.” a routine eye exam. Suffering from dry age-relat- The diagnosis of wet AMD previously meant severe central vision ed macular degeneration (AMD), she knew the loss and possibly even blindness, in a matter of weeks to months. importance of regular check-ups. But what she People’s lives were devastated because their independence and didn’t expect was her optometrist’s reaction. She autonomy were at risk. With Lucentis, some people with wet AMD can see their vision improve in a lasting way, starting quickly after was diagnosed with the more serious wet form of the fi rst treatments. Lucentis is the fi rst and only treatment for wet AMD, the leading cause of age-related vision loss AMD that has been shown to actually improve vision. in Canada. How to recognize the signs of wet age- related macular degeneration before ”THERE’S NO BETTER it’s too late

GIFT THAN RESTORED What is age-related macular degeneration? Age-related macular degeneration, or AMD, is a degenerative eye EYESIGHT” disease that affects the macula – the central part of the retina at the back of the eye that is responsible for the “straight ahead” central vision necessary for identifying faces and performing everyday In just a few weeks, Lorna lost most of her cen- activities like reading and driving. AMD is the most common cause tral vision. She had to stop her activities and was of severe vision loss for Canadians over the age of 50. There are two types of AMD, dry and wet. on the verge of stopping to drive. “I was devastated because my vision was deteriorating very quickly. What are the symptoms of wet AMD? The possibility of not being able to do everything Symptoms can include visual distortion such as things that should for myself was very frightening.” be straight appearing wavy or crooked. Or, you might see a blank spot in your visual fi eld, or your vision might blur. As wet AMD As an active woman and a voracious reader, progresses, the loss of central vision can be rapid and severe. Lorna could not fathom the thought of losing her eyesight and independence, so she was not going How quickly do patients lose sight? Although it’s impossible to predict when any one patient will to stand idly by as it happened. After trying other experience vision loss, severe vision loss can happen in as quickly treatments which provided little help, she was as a few weeks to months. Early detection is critical in order to start given “Lucentis,” a new treatment made available treatment that could help preserve or even improve deteriorating in Canada in 2007. By actually improving her vi- vision. sion, it has changed her life, and her outlook. “Af- What can patients do to stop the progression of wet ter being treated with Lucentis I could see every AMD? single fl ight of every ball that was hit on the golf Due to the rapid progression of wet AMD, it’s important to get a course. It was very exciting.” diagnosis and treatment as quickly as possible to slow down and prevent the amount of vision loss. If you detect any changes in your “Many drugs that come to market claim to be a vision, such as progressive visual distortions, a central spot that breakthrough, but a real breakthrough should be rapidly becomes blurry or a quick loss of central vision, schedule an defi ned as life-changing to the patient and until eye exam immediately. now it was against all odds to make blind patients How is wet AMD treated? see again,” says Dr. Carol Schwartz, ophthalmolo- Thanks to a new drug called “Lucentis” treatment for wet AMD gist at the Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre in has taken a giant step forward. This new drug does not only stop Toronto, Ontario. “It’s important to see your physi- progression of wet AMD, but can also restore vision for some cian shortly after the fi rst symptoms appear.” patients So how does Lorna describe herself these days? To learn more about wet AMD, please consult your physician or eye “I’m a happy camper!”.q specialist.

WHITE CANE WEEK 2009 53 New CCB Fundraising Product Line: Quality Products Supporting the Blind

CCB CLOTHING LINE ADVOCATE FOR THE the Blind pin, please call the LAUNCHED BLIND PIN CCB National offi ce toll-free at 1-877-304-0968, or e-mail us at The CCB is pleased to announce [email protected]. its new clothing line under the trademark “BLIND AMBITION CCB CALENDAR AND DESIGN™”. The emphasis will be on quality casual wear with The CCB 2009 calendar is products such as hoodies, caps, now available for members, toques and long sleeve T-shirts. chapters and supporters. Other items will be added for The calendar can be used the spring such as golf shirts and Now you can show your support by chapters or non-profi t spring jackets. Orders are available for the blind by wearing a stylish organizations as a fundraiser in large or small quantities and pin. The CCB’s newly designed and increases recognition of come with the new logo. “Advocate for the Blind” pin is the CCB in your area. The The BLIND AMBITION AND now available, and is helping theme for 2009 is to inform DESIGN™ product is not only for to raise funds for important the public what the CCB CCB members to wear with pride, programs for the blind. does for the blind and visually but creates the opportunity to The CCB’s programs to help impaired community, and offer the product beyond the blind the blind and visually impaired identifi es specifi c programs and visually impaired and reach lead more productive lives on how the CCB may assist out to the sighted community include our Basic Computer them. for support for employment and Literacy Training program, To order the calendar, please programs for the blind. States CCB spokesman Mike helping the blind to learn how contact the CCB offi ce at 1- Potvin: “We offer a quality to use computers and adaptive 877-304-0968 product that is competitive at the software; and our TechCane wholesale and retail level where program, offering computers at a Thank-you for your the consumer and retailer not only reduced rate in selected regions support! know their purchase supports across the country. the blind, but they are getting To make a quality with value – we do not donation to receive want a hand out, just a hand up. an Advocate for For retailers, we offer a distinctive product that gives them that extra edge in the marketplace both in brand recognition and consumer affi nity.” For more information on the products, or to place an order, please contact the CCB at 1-877- 304-0968

54 WHITE CANE WEEK 2009 The Canadian Council of the Blind wishes to express our deepest appreciation to the sponsors of White Cane Week™ 2009

WHITE CANE WEEK 2009 55 THE CANADIAN COUNCIL OF THE BLIND – DIVISIONS and CHAPTERS

Division Chapter Contact City Telephone E-mail

Newfoundland Labrador CCB Baker Club Gerald Hedd Mount Pearl (709) 745-7525 [email protected]

CCB Helen Keller Club Leona Blackmore Grand Falls/Windsor (709) 489-7327 [email protected]

Prince Edward Island CCB Prince County Club Sandra Poirier Miscouche (902) 436-5314 [email protected]

CCB Queensland Chapter Harley Harper Stratford (902) 569-3760 [email protected]

Nova Scotia CCB Connected Youth Melissa Rohloff Lower Sackville (902) 252-6525 [email protected] Chapter of the Maritimes CCB Halifax Club Leon Keyes Dartmouth (902) 223-4401 [email protected]

CCB Sydney Club Louise Gillis Sydney (902) 564-4102 [email protected]

CCB VIP’s Professionals Louise Burley Bedford (902) 835-6560 [email protected] of Nova Scotia

New Brunswick CCB Bathurst Club Anita Boudreau Dauversiere (506) 783-8261

CCB Fredericton Club Eva Randall Fredericton (506) 472-2563

CCB Miramichi Chapter Thea McEvoy Whitney (506) 622-2436 [email protected]

CCB Moncton Club Samuel Albert Riverview, NB (506) 854-7199 [email protected]

CCB Restigouche Club Sylvio Carrier Dalhousie (506) 684-3925

CCB Saint John Club Carol Baker Saint John (506) 696-7598 [email protected]

CCB Shippagan Francine Robichaud Shippagan (506) 336-1121 Caraquet Club CCB Western Valley Club John Stairs South Hampton (506) 575-2649

Ontario CCB Burlington Jacquie Carmichael Oakville (905) 842-6950 Skyway Chapter

CCB Carleton University Mike Potvin Ottawa (613) 230-4698 [email protected] Chapter CCB Chatham-Kent Chapter Hilda Wiersma Chatham (519) 354-4673

CCB Club “60” Douglas Ayres Barrie (705) 721-4889 [email protected] Barrie Chapter CCB Cornwall Chapter Julie Villeneuve-Labelle Cornwall (613) 936-2142 [email protected]

CCB Glenvale Players Kelly MacDonald Toronto (416) 422-4222 [email protected]

56 WHITE CANE WEEK 2009 Division Chapter Contact City Telephone E-mail CCB Hamilton Chapter Ray Huffman Hamilton (905) 383-4686 [email protected]

CCB Hamilton Junior Chapter Dawn Rowe Hamilton (905) 385-9546 [email protected]

CCB Kawartha White Fay O’Neill Lindsay (705) 799-5120 [email protected] Cane Club CCB Kingston Lynn Rizzo Kingston (613) 549-6196 [email protected] Friendship Chapter CCB London Chapter Carole Holton London (519) 434-2941 [email protected]

CCB McMaster Ian Chan Toronto (905) 525-9140 [email protected] University Chapter CCB Oshawa Eleanor Hardy Oshawa (905) 435-0721 [email protected] Humoresque Chapter CCB Ottawa Blind Joe Wirvin Ottawa (613) 565-9079 [email protected] Curlers’ Club CCB Ottawa Chapter Mary Buchanan Ottawa (613) 731-0301

CCB Pembroke WC Chapter Darrell Furgoch Pembroke (613) 735-7092 [email protected]

CCB RTMC Brian Wice Brantford (519) 732-5487 [email protected]

CCB SSM White Cane Dorothy MacNaughton Sault Ste. Marie (705) 759-0733 [email protected] Matinee Chapter CCB Toronto Curlers Chapter Randy Nelson Toronto (416) 627-6010 [email protected]

CCB Waterloo Regional Club Cecilia Beechey Waterloo (519) 572-5435 [email protected]

CCB Windsor/Essex Chapter Christine Copeland Windsor (519) 944-5773 [email protected]

Manitoba CCB Recreational Doris Koop Winnipeg (204) 663-7193 [email protected] Sports Chapter CCB Tech-Ease Chapter Doris Koop Winnipeg (204) 663-7193 [email protected]

CCB Winnipeg & Doris Koop Winnipeg (204) 663-7193 [email protected] District Club

Saskatchewan CCB Moose Jaw WCC Geraldine Roman Moose Jaw (306) 693-1951 [email protected]

CCB Regina WCC Judy Koenig Regina (306)543-4625 [email protected]

Alberta CCB Calgary Club Bill Eng Calgary (403)248-2589 [email protected] c/o CCB Calgary Chapter CCB Edmonton Club Geoff Connor Edmonton (780)454-7092 [email protected]

CCB Edmonton Wendie Schnellert Edmonton (780)468-7081 [email protected] Fantastix Chapter CCB Order of Inner Raymond Cartier Edmonton (780)481-0268 [email protected] Sight Recreation

WHITE CANE WEEK 2009 57 Division Chapter Contact City Telephone E-mail

British Columbia CCB 100 Mile House Ralph Middlemass 100 Mile House (250)395-4484 [email protected] & District Chapter CCB Chilliwack Chapter Vivian Edwards Chilliwack (604)824-7555

CCB Comox Valley Chapter George Andrews Courtanay (250)334-4610

CCB Dogwood Chapter Elaine Harris Port Coquitlam (604)942-4680 [email protected]

CCB Festival of Bob Comba Kelowna (250)862-8121 [email protected] Friends Chapter CCB Fraser Valley Chapter Gayle Steeves Abbotsford (604)557-7947 [email protected]

CCB Kamloops WC Chapter Vern Short Kamloops (250)376-4493 [email protected]

CCB Kelowna White Al Hanet Kelowna (250)765-2753 [email protected] Cane Club CCB New Westminster Eugene Amburg New Westminster (604)525-9383 New & District Chapter CCB North Shore Joan Buchholtz North Vancouver (604)985-2293 WC Chapter CCB Parksville & Cecil Crouse Qualicum Beach (250)752-7227 [email protected] District 69 Chapter

CCB Penticton WC Chapter Irene Warlow Penticton (250)487-1228

CCB Powell River Geraldine Braak Powell River (604)485-5028 [email protected] WC Chapter CCB Prince George Sylvia Cooney Prince George (250)563-6254 [email protected] WC Chapter CCB Sunshine Coast Flo Hill Sechelt (604)885-3187 WC Chapter CCB Vancouver Chapter Lori Fry (250)395-2452 [email protected]

Congratulations to Canada’s Blind or Visually Impaired Paralympians Beijing 2008

CANADIAN WOMENS GOALBALL: Amy Alsop, Amy Kneebone, Annette Lisabeth, Nancy Morin, Contessa Scott, Shawna Ryan. Head Coach: Janice Dawson and Assistant Annie Pouliot. Physiotherapist: Maggie Kayes. CANADA MENS GOALBALL: Mario Caron, Jeff Christy, Rob Christy, Bruno Haché, Dean Kozak, Brendan Gaulin. Head Coach: Danny Snow and Assistant Mike Huzuliak. Physiotherapist: Isabelle Trottier. Team-leader: Alan Carlsson. ATHLETICS CANADA: Dustin Walsh with guide Steve Walters, Jason Dunkerley with guide Greg Dailey, John Dunkerley with guide Sean Young. CYCLING CANADA: Brian Cowie with pilot Devin Smibert, Daniel Chalifour with pilot Alexandre Cloutier, Geneviève Ouellet with pilot Mathilde Hupin, Stéphane Cote with pilot Pierre-Olivier Boily. JUDO CANADA: William Morgan. SWIMMING CANADA: Flag-bearer Donovan Tildesley, Amber Thomas, Brian Hill, Chelsey Gotell, Devin Gotell, Jaqueline Rennebohm, Jessica Tuomela, Kirby Côté, Valérie Grand’maison. Tappers: Christena Hurley and Hugh Tildesley.

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