During the pandemic, many of us got a small taste of what it feels like to be cut off from the world around us. We experienced the loneliness, anxiety, and fear that comes from being unable to see friends, hear the chatter of a busy street, or feel the presence of community. It was a time of deep uncertainty, and it took a toll on our mental health.

But for those of us who are Deafblind, without proper support, this isolation is not a temporary hardship—it is a constant, unrelenting reality.

f you are an influential community or business leader who is passionate about this mission and want to play a critical role in supporting the Deafblind Community, we want to hear from you. We are looking for board members and potential committee members for the Audit & Finance Committee and Service Quality Committee who have lived experience as a Deafblind individual or family member, a finance background (CA, CGA, CMA), and individuals from British Columbia and Nova Scotia.

In the heart of July, the CNIB Deafblind Community Services (DBCS) team embarked on an enriching journey to the 18th International World Conference hosted by Deafblind International. This week-long event, held at the Shaw Centre in Ottawa, welcomed more than 600 participants, including individuals who are Deafblind, researchers, interpreters, intervenors, support professionals, community organizations, and stakeholders from across the world

The Haptibraille translates braille to audible phrases using an app. Mississauga inventor Fedor Belomoev hopes it will transform the lives of people who are Deafblind helping them be more independent.

The 18th Deafblind International World Conference is coming to Ottawa, Canada on Saturday, July 22 to Friday, July 28, 2023!

February is Black History Month. Black History Month is about honouring the enormous contributions that Black people have made, and continue to make, in all sectors of society. In honour of this important awareness month, one of our clients, Diane Lodge, shared her article, “All About Michaëlle Jean.”

We have created a concise list of some new accessibility features Apple will be offering for iPhones’ models released since 2017 with the release of iOS 16, including the new medication tool, detection mode, real-time captions and more.

We are thrilled to announce that CNIB Deafblind Community Services has joined Deafblind International's  network of corporate members. 

s I glanced at my phone, I realized that it was DBCS’s Emergency Intervenor Services (EIS) calling.

Meet DBCS's newest staff members - Blair and Akane!