Canadian National Institute for the Blind: federal grants and contributions

Updated 12 October 2026 · Toronto, ON · grants and contributions register · Don Valley West

Canadian National Institute for the Blind: federal grants and contributions: 176 agreements; $34.5M value; 5 departments; 19 programs.

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176agreements
$34.5Mvalue
5departments
19programs

Largest agreements

Social Dev. Partnership/Grant - Disability Issues$7.1Mvalue2011start–end

The objective of this grant will help maintain the viability of the Library asset including digital services and the procurement of a new digital storage infrastructure and equipment while CNIB works with the Provinces and Territories and other stakeholders to develop long-term funding and service arrangements to help support the capacity of the library sector to provide accessible materials.

Opportunities Fund - Project$5.8Mvalue2019start2024end

The objective of the OF is to assist persons with disabilities prepare for, obtain and keep employment or become self-employed, thereby increasing their economic participation and independence.

SDPP - Disability Issues - Grant$3.0Mvalue2014start–end

The objectives of the Program are to: support the development and utilization of effective approaches to address social issues and challenges; develop, exchange and apply knowledge, tools and resources that address social needs of individuals, families and communities; foster partnerships and networks to address existing and emerging social issues; recognize and support the ability of not-for-profit organizations to identify and address social development priorities; and, recognize and promote community engagement initiatives (e.g. volunteerism, corporate social responsibility, innovation by n

Greening of CNIB Lake Joe$2.3Mvalue2023start2026end

This funding will enhance CNIB Lake Joe's resiliency and expand programming year-round by: 1. Upgrading wall insulation from R-15 to R-28 for cabins, dining hall, kitchen, wellness centre, and recreation hall. 2. Topping up roof insulation from R-20 to R-40 in dining hall and kitchen. 3. Replacing electric baseboard heating with ground source heat pumps in cabins, dining hall, kitchen, wellness centre, welcome centre, and recreation hall. 4. Replacing T12 fixtures with LED fixtures in most buildings (appx. 70 with 2 lamps each), replacing exterior halogens with LEDs, and replacing welcome cent

Bold Dreams, Bright Futures-Digital Literacy Skills Development for Children living with Blindness$2.0Mvalue2022start2025end

The objectives of the Program are to; support the development and utilization of effective approaches to address social issues and challenges;.develop, exchange and apply knowledge, tools and resources that address social needs of individuals, families and communities; foster partnerships and networks to address existing and emerging social issues; recognize and support the ability of not-for-profit organizations to identify and address social development priorities; and, recognize and promote community engagement initiatives (e.g. volunteerism, corporate social responsibility, innovation, p

Nurturing Future Leaders and Advocates for Disability Inclusion$1.5Mvalue2024start2026end

The objectives of the Program are to; support the development and utilization of effective approaches to address social issues and challenges;.develop, exchange and apply knowledge, tools and resources that address social needs of individuals, families and communities; foster partnerships and networks to address existing and emerging social issues; recognize and support the ability of not-for-profit organizations to identify and address social development priorities; and, recognize and promote community engagement initiatives (e.g. volunteerism, corporate social responsibility, innovation, p

Building an Evidence-Based Universal Design Framework for Employment Standards in Canada$1.5Mvalue2020start2023end

The program Advancing Accessibility Standards Research (The Program) funds the project. The Program funds research projects. The projects try to find, take away and stop obstacles to accessibility. This research will help to guide accessibility standards in the future.

Scaling Up CNIB Vision Mate Services for Seniors with Sight Loss$1.5Mvalue2023start2025end

The funding supports projects that enable seniors to age at home under two streams: .• In-Home Support Pilot Projects.• Scaling Up for Seniors. . .In-Home Support Pilot Projects stream.Provides funding to seniors-serving organizations to expand delivery of volunteer-based services to low-income and otherwise vulnerable seniors to help them age at home and provide a service that helps seniors navigate and gain access to services provided by other organizations active in the local area. .Scaling Up for Seniors stream.Provides funding to expand services that have already demonstrated results in h

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Accessible and Explainable Artificial Intelligence in Decision Making$1.0Mvalue2022start2025end

The program Advancing Accessibility Standards Research (The Program) funds the project. The Program funds research projects. The projects try to find, take away and stop obstacles to accessibility. This research will help to guide accessibility standards in the future.

Production of Alternative Format Published Material for Blind and Partially Sighted Canadians$1.0Mvalue2017start–end
Production of Alternative Format Published Material for Blind and Partially Sighted Canadians$1.0Mvalue2017start–end
Accessible and Inclusive Procurement and Supply Chain Model$750Kvalue2021start2024end

The program Advancing Accessibility Standards Research (The Program) funds the project. The Program funds research projects. Funded projects try to find, take away and stop obstacles to accessibility. This research will help to guide accessibility standards in the future.

Bold Dreams, Bright Futures: Employing Canadian Youth with Sight Loss$530Kvalue2021start2024end

The objectives of the Youth Employment and Skills Strategy Program (YESSP) are to help all youth navigate through the labour market and to successfully transition into sustained employment. These objectives are attained by supporting the needs of all youth, especially youth facing barriers to develop skills, knowledge and networks through education, skills development and meaningful work experiences.

Accessibility and Inclusion Competencies as a Culture Building Tool for Inclusive Workplaces$525Kvalue2023start2026end

The program Advancing Accessibility Standards Research (The Program) funds the project. The Program funds research projects. The projects try to find, take away and stop obstacles to accessibility. This research will help to guide accessibility standards in the future.

Clearing Our Path: Evidence-based Guidelines on Accessibility in the Built Environment$502Kvalue2020start2024end

The program Advancing Accessibility Standards Research (The Program) funds the project. The Program funds research projects. The projects try to find, take away and stop obstacles to accessibility. This research will help to guide accessibility standards in the future.

0$437Kvalue2009start–end

To assist persons with disabilities to prepare for and obtain employment or self-employment as well as to develop the skills necessary to maintain that new employment.

0$272Kvalue2010start–end

To assist persons with disabilities to prepare for and obtain employment or self-employment as well as to develop the skills necessary to maintain that new employment.

Guide Dog Access in Canada$248Kvalue2022start2023end

The program Advancing Accessibility Standards Research (The Program) funds the project. The Program funds research projects. The projects try to find, take away and stop obstacles to accessibility. This research will help to guide accessibility standards in the future.

Responsible conduct of research through an accessibility and inclusion lens$225Kvalue2023start2024end

The program Advancing Accessibility Standards Research (The Program) funds the project. The Program funds research projects. The projects try to find, take away and stop obstacles to accessibility. This research will help to guide accessibility standards in the future.

Agreement$200Kvalue2013start–end

Multi-year award for fiscal years 2011/12 through to 2013/14 inclusive. Amendment in the amount of $27,836 to contribution agreement reported January 1 to March 31, 2012.

0$200Kvalue2012start–end

This Pan-Canadian initiative project leverages the work previously funded by HRSDC through the Federal Elder Abuse Initiative (FEAI), by broadening the dissemination scope to include allied health professional groups such as physiotherapists and rehabilitation assistants across Canada. A regional focus will provide the opportunity to discuss regional cases and to generate a regional resource base for service providers.

Changing Attitudes: National AccessAbility Week Campaign to Transform Attitudes about Blindness and$200Kvalue2025start2027end

The objectives are to provide funding to organizations that will increase awareness through National AccessAbility Week (NAAW) activities that:.• improve understanding and knowledge of Canadians on accessibility and disability inclusion.• reduce stigma and attitudinal barriers towards persons with disabilities.• share best practices and lessons learned related to NAAW activities within the disability community

0$193Kvalue2009start–end

To assist persons with disabilities to prepare for and obtain employment or self-employment as well as to develop the skills necessary to maintain that new employment.

Agreement$172Kvalue2012start–end

Multi-year award for fiscal years 2011/12 and 2012/13.  Amendment in the amount of $77,458 to contribution agreement reported January 1 to March 31, 2011.

Inclusion and Equality for All: Improved participation and integration of persons with disabilities$150Kvalue2019start2020end

The objectives of the Program are to; support the development and utilization of effective approaches to address social issues and challenges;.develop, exchange and apply knowledge, tools and resources that address social needs of individuals, families and communities; foster partnerships and networks to address existing and emerging social issues; recognize and support the ability of not-for-profit organizations to identify and address social development priorities; and, recognize and promote community engagement initiatives (e.g. volunteerism, corporate social responsibility, innovation, p

SDPP - Disability Issues - Grant$135Kvalue2014start–end

The objectives of the Program are to: support the development and utilization of effective approaches to address social issues and challenges; develop, exchange and apply knowledge, tools and resources that address social needs of individuals, families and communities; foster partnerships and networks to address existing and emerging social issues; recognize and support the ability of not-for-profit organizations to identify and address social development priorities; and, recognize and promote community engagement initiatives (e.g. volunteerism, corporate social responsibility, innovation by n

Opening Doors to Employment for People with Disabilities at CNIB Lake Joe$96.2Kvalue2023start2025end

The objective of the EAF is to support community based projects across Canada that improve accessibility, remove barriers, and enable Canadians with disabilities to participate in and contribute to their community.

Overcoming Barriers to Sight Loss through Diversity Outreach (York, Peel, and Durham Regions)$95.0Kvalue2019start2020end

Multiculturalism Program

Agreement$95.0Kvalue2011start–end
0$73.7Kvalue2011start–end

The Small Project Component of the EAF is designed to provide grants for small projects that will improve the built environment through renovation, construction and retrofitting of buildings, modification of vehicles for community use and through the provision of accessible information/communication technologies. This project will enhance accessibility for people with disabilities within Canada.

Social Dev. Partnership/Grant - Disability Issues$69.5Kvalue2007start–end

To assist persons with disabilities to prepare for and obtain employment or self-employment as well as to develop the skills necessary to maintain that new employment.

Agreement$63.0Kvalue2013start–end

Single-year award for fiscal year 2013/14.

Cycling Infrastructure and People with Sight Loss: Design Challenges$50.0Kvalue2023start2024end

Compile a comprehensive understanding of existing guidance and issues with raised cycle track bus stops as they pertain to persons who are blind or partially sighted.

CNIB Beyond Print Accessible Ebook and Audiobook Production Internships$48.4Kvalue2023start2023end

Canada Book Fund - Support for Organizations

0$38.0Kvalue2009start–end

The Enabling Accessibility Fund supports community-based projects across Canada. It provides funding for projects that improve accessibility and enable Canadians, regardless of physical ability, to participate in and contribute to their communities and the economy.

CSJ 2021 - CNIB (Don Valley West)$33.8Kvalue2021start2022end

Through the application of national and local priorities, the CSJ program seeks to provide youth, particularly those who face barriers to employment with access to work opportunities. Funded employers must demonstrate that they are providing quality work experiences for youth that provide opportunities to develop and improve their skills.

Enabling Accessibility Fund - Grants$33.7Kvalue2013start–end

The Small Project Component provides grant funding to create or enhance accessibility for people with disabilities within Canada.

Youth - Canada Summer Jobs$26.2Kvalue2007start–end

The Youth Employment Strategy is the Government of Canada's commitment to help young people, particularly those facing barriers to employment, get the information and gain the skills, work experience and abilities they need to make a successful transition to the workplace.

New Horizons for Seniors Program$25.0Kvalue2019start2020end

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New Horizons for Seniors Program$25.0Kvalue2019start2020end

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Departments

Employment and Social Development Canada161agreements$26.7Mvalue14programs
  • Social Dev. Partnership/Grant - Disability Issues
  • Opportunities Fund - Project
  • SDPP - Disability Issues - Grant
  • ELCC - Innovation
  • AWAH - Scaling Up
  • 0

All grants from Employment and Social Development Canada

Accessibility Standards Canada7agreements$4.8Mvalue1programs
  • Advancing Accessibility Standards Research

All grants from Accessibility Standards Canada

Department of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities2agreements$2.4Mvalue2programs
  • Green and Inclusive Community Buildings program
  • Active Transportation Fund

All grants from Department of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada4agreements$531Kvalue0programs
Canadian Heritage2agreements$143Kvalue2programs
  • Multiculturalism Program
  • Canada Book Fund - Support for Organizations

All grants from Canadian Heritage

Years

20262agreements$49.8Kvalue1programs
  • New Horizons for Seniors Program
202520agreements$391Kvalue3programs
  • Accessible Canada Initiative - Grants
  • Youth - Canada Summer Jobs
  • New Horizons for Seniors Program
202414agreements$1.6Mvalue4programs
  • SDPP - Disability Issues - Grant
  • Youth - Canada Summer Jobs
  • New Horizons for Seniors Program
  • Enabling Accessibility Funds (EAF) - Youth
202324agreements$5.0Mvalue9programs
  • Green and Inclusive Community Buildings program
  • AWAH - Scaling Up
  • Advancing Accessibility Standards Research
  • New Horizons for Seniors Program
  • Youth - Canada Summer Jobs
  • Enabling Accessibility Fund - Grants
202221agreements$3.5Mvalue4programs
  • ELCC - Innovation
  • Advancing Accessibility Standards Research
  • Youth - Canada Summer Jobs
  • New Horizons for Seniors Program
202124agreements$1.5Mvalue4programs
  • Advancing Accessibility Standards Research
  • Youth Employment and Skills Strategy
  • Youth - Canada Summer Jobs
  • New Horizons for Seniors Program
202011agreements$2.1Mvalue4programs
  • Advancing Accessibility Standards Research
  • Youth - Canada Summer Jobs
  • New Horizons for Seniors Program
  • Enabling Accessibility Fund - Grants
201920agreements$6.2Mvalue5programs
  • Opportunities Fund - Project
  • SDPP - Disability Issues - Grant
  • New Horizons for Seniors Program
  • Multiculturalism Program
  • Youth - Canada Summer Jobs
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201822agreements$135Kvalue1programs
  • Youth - Canada Summer Jobs
20172agreements$2.0Mvalue2programs
  • SDPP - Disability Issues - Contrib.
  • Social Development Partnerships Program - Disability Issues
20142agreements$3.1Mvalue1programs
  • SDPP - Disability Issues - Grant
20133agreements$297Kvalue1programs
  • Enabling Accessibility Fund - Grants
20122agreements$372Kvalue1programs
  • 0
20113agreements$7.2Mvalue2programs
  • Social Dev. Partnership/Grant - Disability Issues
  • 0
20101agreements$272Kvalue1programs
  • 0
20093agreements$668Kvalue1programs
  • 0
20072agreements$95.7Kvalue2programs
  • Social Dev. Partnership/Grant - Disability Issues
  • Youth - Canada Summer Jobs

Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada. Source: Government of Canada proactive disclosure of grants and contributions (open.canada.ca, dataset 432527ab-7aac-45b5-81d6-7597107a7013), 1,327,352 rows as published, collapsed to one agreement per agreement number (per reference number where none is given) at its latest amendment, which carries the full agreement value. Years are the agreement start year. Agreements with individuals are counted but not named.