CNIB

How to Get Involved

Location: 70 the Boulevard

Contact: Kelly Picco

Phone Number: 709-754-1180 ext; 5813

Email: kelly.picco@cnib.ca 

Website: www.cnib.ca 

Organization Description: CNIB works with people who have vision loss to offer social and recreational activities. Volunteers are needed to offer these activities and there are a number of opportunities available for volunteers.

Volunteer Activities/Duties: 

  • Vision Mate - working with one person who has vision loss for two hours weekly doing social and recreational activities,
  • Virtual Program Lead - helping host virtual programs being offered on a monthly bases.
  • Kelly at CNIB would be happy to speak with any interested volunteers about more opportunities available.

Commitment: We ask that volunteers stay with their volunteer position for 6 months but if there is any issue and they aren't able to stay that long, they can ceertainly let Kelly know

Orientation and Training: There is a short conversation on the phone and then an orientation/training at CNIB.

Other Requirements: Criminal records and vulnerable sector check that will be conducted through Sterling Back Check. References.