VIEWS for the Visually Impaired

We've got a new name! We are now operating as Ontario Parents of Visually-Impaired Children (OPVIC) we believe that this new name better describes our mandate and what our organization is all about. We continue to work for parents and families of children whoa are visually-Impaired as we advocate and educate within Ontario about the needs of youth in the BLV community.

Invitation to Participate in Youth-Centred Focus Group CNIB is developing plain language legal information workshops and resources that will provide youth (ages 15 to 29) with sight loss and their families with essential legal information and self-advocacy skills to assist them with breaking down barriers and challenging discrimination in areas that impact them the most. We are seeking your input to:... Determine which barriers and legal issues are commonly faced by youth with sight loss; and Determine which legal topics should be prioritized during the delivery of the workshops. The focus group for youth will be taking place on the following date/time: Tuesday, January 12, 2020 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The focus group for parents/guardians will be taking place on the following date/time: Thursday, January 14, 2020 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. At the conclusion of the focus groups, the names of all focus group participants will be put in a draw for a chance to win a $50.00 gift card to Amazon. To RSVP, please contact Keya Osborne by phone at (647) 535-9701 or by email at [email protected], or Shannon Kinch by phone at (416) 277-0438 or by email at [email protected].

Topic: CNIB/OPVIC Parent Resource Zoom Meeting: Q&A with Ka (Zoom link included) Time: Wednesday Dec 16, 8:00- 9:30... Ka Li is an accessibility and usability consultant in the area of digital access. He has worked with a variety of organizations such as Microsoft and Google, to make sure that their products and services provide an outstanding experience for everyone that goes beyond compliance. He is a huge advocate for universal accessibility especially in the areas of science, technology, engineering and math. Currently, Ka works with the National Network for Equitable Library Service and Fable Tech Labs as an accessibility analyst and is an assistive technology instructor with LearnStyle. Outside of work, he is a university student working towards a Kinesiology degree and enjoys practicing Krav Maga. Join us as we chat with Ka. Join Zoom Meeting https://cnib.zoom.us/j/95720021129 Meeting ID: 957 2002 1129 One tap mobile +15873281099,,95720021129# Canada +16132093054,,95720021129# Canada

Wednesday Dec 16 8pm-CNIB/OPVIC Parent Resource Zoom Meeting: Q&A with Ka Ka Li is an accessibility and usability consultant in the area of digital access. He has worked with a variety of organizations such as Microsoft and Google, to make sure that their products and services provide an outstanding experience for everyone that goes beyond compliance. He is a huge advocate for universal accessibility especially in the areas of science, technology, engineering and math. Currently, Ka works with the National Network for Equitable Library Service and Fable Tech Labs as an accessibility analyst and is an assistive technology instructor with LearnStyle. Outside of work, he is a university student working towards a Kinesiology degree and enjoys practicing Krav Maga.

The below research participant solicitation is being provided for informational purposes only. OPVIC/ VIEWS for thr Visually-Impaired has no involvement in this research, but it may be of interest to our parents. OPVIC has no involvement in this research, either, but it may prove helpful to children with visual impairments in the future. Seeking participants for a design research survey: How might we improve the... INCLUSIVE and ACTIVE PLAY experience for low-vision and blind children? My name is Megan and I'm a design student working on a project that aims to address this question. My goal is to design a product that helps your child play with sighted kids, while enhancing their physical activity. Your responses will help inform my design process and the development of a future solution. Eligibility Criteria: + Your child is currently between the ages of 6 and 8 Link to survey: https://forms.gle/B39Qn5KtGNtcuRjs6

Events!! Topic: CNIB/ OPVIC Toys! Games! And accessible gift ideas! Time: Wednesday Dec 2, 8:00- 9:00... Join us as we chat about Holiday gifts what might be practical, fun and accessible . How can you find them? On line or other places. How can you make them accessible? What websites do you know about and what ones don’t you know about? And just some good gift ideas. Join Zoom Meeting https://cnib.zoom.us/j/95720021129 Meeting ID: 957 2002 1129 One tap mobile +15873281099,,95720021129# Canada +16132093054,,95720021129# Canada Dial by your location +1 587 328 1099 Canada +1 613 209 3054 Canada +1 647 374 4685 Canada +1 647 558 0588 Canada +1 778 907 2071 Canada +1 204 272 7920 Canada +1 438 809 7799 Canada 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free Meeting ID: 957 2002 1129 Find your local number: https://cnib.zoom.us/u/acr9MyConM