CNIB Learning Academy
Provided by: CNIB Foundation
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Service Description
Offers virtual and in-person summer programs for Canadian youth experiencing sight loss. Includes workshops and challenges to help develop pre-employment, leadership, independence and social skills. Opportunities are based on grade level categories. Visit the website for current program descriptions.
- Youth Job Club – assists motivated youth, 15 – 21 years of age, in developing reachable goals and actualizing targets toward securing paid work.
- SCORE (Skills, Confidence & Opportunities through Recreation & Education) Scholars Program – 2-week in-person program (Toronto – all expenses paid) to help develop pre-employment, leadership, independence and social skills. Visit the website for details.
Eligibility
Youth Job Club
Youth ages 15 - 21
SCORE
- Be a Canadian student (or recent graduate) in grades 10-12, or first year of post-secondary.
- Have strong orientation & mobility skills and independent living skills.
- Be interested in experiential learning activities and developing leadership skills.
- Be determined to work on personal independence and problem-solving skills.
- Have a demonstrated interest in putting personal strengths to use for the betterment of peers, family, and community.
- Be committed to participating in all program activities.
Application Process
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Documents Required
Youth Job Club
Application Form, resume.
SCORE
Application Form, resume (if you have), letter of recommendation from an endorser. (This should be someone who knows you well, like a CNIB staff member, teacher, workplace/volunteer supervisor or youth group leader), and a 750-word essay introducing yourself and discussing how you’ll benefit from attending the SCORE Scholars Program.
Fees
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Regina: 306-525-2571
Saskatoon: 306-374-4545
Toll-Free: 1-877-748-4028
Service Website
www.cnib.ca/en/cnib-learning-academy?region=sk
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Coverage Area
Saskatchewan
Languages Offered
English
CNIB – Regina
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- Bold Dreams (2 locations)
- Celebrating Parenthood (2 locations)
- Children and Youth Program (2 locations)
- CNIB Card (2 locations)
- CNIB Learning Academy (2 locations)
- Come to Work (2 locations)
- Connecting the Dots Conference (2 locations)
- Culture, Sports and Recreation (2 locations)
- Family Fun Days (2 locations)
- iPhone / iPad Training Workshops (2 locations)
- Operation: Braille (2 locations)
- Saskatchewan Advocacy Group (2 locations)
- Scholarships and Awards (2 locations)
- Shop CNIB (2 locations)
- Smart Phone Training (2 locations)
- The Venture Zone (2 locations)
- Unbound Book Club / Facebook Group / Podcast (2 locations)
- Vision Mate Program and Virtual Vision Mate (2 locations)
- Young Champions Program (2 locations)
- Zoom Hangout (2 locations)
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CNIB - Regina
2160 Broad Street
Regina SK S4P 1Y5 -
CNIB - Saskatoon
1149 8 Street East
Saskatoon SK S7H 0S3
Location Info
Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday
8:30 am - 12:00 pm (noon), 1:00 - 4:30 pm
Accessibility
Wheelchair access - designated parking spaces; Wheelchair access - front or side doors; Wheelchair access - washrooms; Braille signage
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