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April 20, 2020

A Press Release from Barrier Free Canada

Press Release:

Barrier free Canada – Canada sans barrières congratulates the government on the formation of an advisory group to take action on issues relating to Canadians with disabilities

We are very pleased to congratulate Minister Qualtrough on the initiative to establish this very important advisory group as there are many Canadians with disabilities who are quite concerned over how their needs and requirements are going to be met. From concerns over health issues, to financial issues, to scoial distancing, and more.

We believe that each time that the government rolls out any type of initiative to help combat COVID-19, the voices, needs, and concerns of Canadians with disabilities must also be included.

While the COVID-19 Disability Advisory Group (CDAG) includes strong repesentation from a cross-section of the disability community, it is important that the individuals appointed to the CDAG actually be representatives on behalf of their constituents, and not merely of the organizations with which they are affiliated.

We encourage all those sitting as representatives on the CDAG to engage in broad and inclusive consultation with their respective communities, to ensure that a broad spectrum of views and experiences are considered.

April 9, 2020

VISIONS – April 2020

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April 2, 2020

Health products that make false or misleading claims to prevent, treat or cure COVID-19 may put your health at risk

Please look at the following link from the Canadian Government about health products making false claims about COVID-19 and what you should do about it.

https://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2020/72659a-eng.php

March 27, 2020

Accessibility information resources on Coronavirus disease (COVID-19)

Government of Canada: Canada.ca/coronavirus

World Health Organization WHO: WHO-Coronavirus-COVID-19

March 19, 2020March 26, 2020

The National Office and COVID-19

For the safety of our employees, their families, and our society, the employees of the National Office of the Canadian Council of the Blind will be working from home.

What does this mean for you?

Our physical doors are shut. There is no GTT drop in, and all meetings scheduled in the space are cancelled. BUT we are still answering our emails, and the phones (please be patient with the phones as they are being forwarded to our homes), and doing our best to keep things running.

We are all in this together.

March 18, 2020April 9, 2020

A Statement from CCB about COVID-19

As President of the Canadian Council of the Blind at this very important time with the Corona Virus (COVID-19) I want to assure all members that we at the Council express concern for our country and most particularly our membership whom we consider as family.

We have compiled a few things for your attention. Our office will be opened at varying hours throughout this time. Emails and telephone messages will be answered in due course so please if you have any concerns let us know. 1-877-304-0968, ccb@ccb.monthlyconversion.com and check our web site for updates.

It is important to cancel all CCB social activities at this time. What is important is to have phone contact with your membership especially those who live alone. You can still conduct your local meeting via phone, Skype and GTT which is a great way to pass time as well as ensuring everyone is safe. If you are calling a meeting that normally would be in person check with Becky regarding setting up by phone. Also check with your GTT contacts.

We know and realize there is a lot of information on the news and social media and it can be overwhelming so best advice is to stay inside your home, avoid close contact if you need to go out and wash your hands frequently. We have no idea how long this will go on!

Many stores and restaurants are now offering take out services so that will reduce contact. As we realize there are many who are unable to get out to buy essentials so this is a time that we can contact our neighbours and friends to pick up these items for those of us who are healthy but not able to get out.

On the positive side this is a great time to download more books to read, watch TV – AMItv and radio, and movies. It is also a great time to get some long awaited chores to get done while we are all home.

Best wishes and Keep safe everyone.
Sincerely,

Louise Gillis, CCB National President