You are invited to the CCB’s GTT Zoom meetings where we focus in on the technology needs and concerns of Canadians who are blind or low vision. The calls will take place over the accessible Zoom Conference system, which will allow participants to dial in using their landline phones, smart phones, or computers. You will find the Zoom link and phone numbers below the meeting listings. Please pay special attention to the “(NOTE)” notation after some of the meeting listings. Different zoom platforms are used for different meetings, and some require preregistration.
(Information on how to Join the various meetings is located towards the end of this document)
CCB-GTT OPEN TECH CHAT
Monday June 13, 2022, 1:00 PM Eastern/10:00 AM Pacific:
Host: Kim Kilpatrick
During this lively weekly zoom chat, we discuss all things tech. From book readers and apps to computers. From appliances to smart speakers. All questions and tech topics are welcome.
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CCB-GTT WORKSHOPS, Navigating the world using the Soundscape App from Microsoft (Group 1 session 1)
Monday June 13, 2022, 2:30 PM Eastern/11:30 AM Pacific:
Instructors: Kim Kilpatrick and David Greene
Description: We introduce you to the GPS app Soundscape from Microsoft.
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/research/product/soundscape/
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CCB-GTT MAC USERS GROUP
Tuesday, June 14, 2022, 2:00 PM Eastern/11:00 AM Pacific:
Host: Wayne Antle
Topic: Exploration of the mac voiceover utility.
Our presentations start at 2 PM Eastern. We open the room for people who would like a little extra help with their Mac at 1:30 pm Eastern, 10:30 am Pacific.
(NOTE): Registration required. To register, please e-mail: gtt@ccbnational.net
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CCB-GTT PRESENTATION CALL
Wednesday June 15, 2022, 1:00 PM Eastern/10:00 AM Pacific:
Host: Kim Kilpatrick
Presenter: Michael Feir
Topic: Discussion of sessions coming in the fall featuring sections from Michael’s book on IOS.
Description: Michael Feir has kindly agreed to join us once a month in the fall to go through sections of his book “Personal Power” and this discussion will help him determine which topics will be of most interest to the group.
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CCB-GTT WORKSHOPS, Navigating the world using the Soundscape App from Microsoft (Group 2 session 1)
Wednesday June 15, 2022, 2:30 PM Eastern/11:30 AM Pacific:
Instructors: Kim Kilpatrick and David Greene
Description: We introduce you to the GPS app Soundscape from Microsoft.
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/research/product/soundscape/
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CCB-GTT ANDROID USERS GROUP
Wednesday June 15, 2022, 7:00 PM Eastern/4:00 PM Pacific:
Hosts: Tracy Mousseau and Matthew Lorentz
Topic: Android Questions and Answers
Tracy and Matthew have put this group together to share their experiences navigating Android devices. We welcome the input from users of all experience levels so we can learn together. Please make sure your device in which you will be signing into the Zoom meeting has your proper name, so the host will recognize you and let you into the meeting.
(NOTE): Registration required, A different zoom room is used. Details given to those who register. Email: aaug.canada@gmail.com
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CCB-GTT BRAILLE DISPLAY USERS GROUP
Thursday June 16, 2022, 2:30 PM Eastern/11:30 AM Pacific:
Host: Kim Kilpatrick
Topic: General Q and A.
Description of group: If you are using an electronic Braille display, come join us to ask questions, share tips and tricks, and get the most use out of your device.
(NOTE): Registration required. Please e-mail: gtt@ccbnational.net
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CCB-GTT OPEN CHAT
Friday June 17, 2022, 1:00 PM Eastern/10:00 AM Pacific:
Hosts: David Greene and Shelley Morris
Topic: Sharing our stories
Today we introduce you to Fran Cutler. Fran worked for many years for the CBC and has been a tireless advocate for Canadians who are blind or partially sighted for decades. Come and hear her fascinating story.
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Not tech but may be of interest…
Upcoming event of interest to Braille users.
On Friday June 17 from 1-5 PM Eastern time, Braille Literacy Canada is proud to present its second annual braille symposium.
There will be four workshops with a variety of topics appealing to all braille users.
To find out more and to register, go to
https://www.brailleliteracycanada.ca/en/programs/workshops/2022-braille-literacy-canada-symposium
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Workshops will resume in the fall of 2022.
We thank everyone for such an enthusiastic interest in our weekly small group workshops. We have learned a lot from the workshops that we have had thus far and look forward to continuing with our new topics in the fall of 2022. Once completed the workshops listed above will mark the beginning of our summer recess.
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ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:
CCB-GTT PODCAST FEED
You can subscribe to the CCB Podcast feed by searching for CCB/Canadian Council of the Blind Podcast on the Victor Reader Stream, or your favourite smart device Pod Catcher.
You can use this link to the originating distribution source. https://ccbpod.podbean.com/
CCB-GTT TECH SUPPORT LIST
CCB sponsors a GTT email support list to provide help and support with technology for blind and low vision Canadians. To subscribe to the email list, send an empty email to:
Gttsupport+subscribe@groups.io
You will get an email back from the list asking you to confirm your subscription. Simply reply to that email and you are subscribed. You will then receive a second email welcoming you to the list and describing how to use it. You are then ready to post your technology questions and/or answers to the list.
For more information visit: https://groups.io/g/GTTsupport
CCB-GTT BUY, SELL, TRADE OR DONATE LIST
This is a Canadian Group for blind, partially sighted, and deaf-blind folks to buy, sell, trade, or donate previously enjoyed assistive technology.
To subscribe to the email list, send an empty email to:
Main+subscribe@ccb-tech-buyselltrade.groups.io
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Security procedure remains in effect.
When you enter the waiting room before a meeting, please ensure that you give us a recognizable name. If you are calling for the first time or from a land line, please e-mail the CCB’s Receptionist, (Shelley Morris) ahead of time to let us know your name and number so we will let you in. Shelley’s email is: ccb@ccbnational.net
If you need help doing these things or learning to use zoom, please contact us and we can help you.
How to Join Meetings:
You can participate by phone or Internet from wherever you are:
All calls listed above, except for the CCB-GTT Android Users Group, can be accessed via the following link:
https://zoom.us/j/9839595688?pwd=N01yeERXQk4rWnhvNCtHTzZwdXcwQT09#success
Meeting ID: 983 959 5688
Password: 320119
Alberta One tap mobile for Smart Phones:
+15873281099,9839595688#
BC One tap mobile for Smart Phones:
+17789072071,9839595688#
Manitoba One tap mobile for Smart Phones:
+12045151268,9839595688#
Montreal One tap mobile for Smart Phones:
+14388097799,9839595688#
Toronto One tap mobile for Smart Phones:
+16473744685,9839595688#
Direct Dial:
Alberta: +1 587 328 1099
BC: +1 778 907 2071
Manitoba: +1 204 515 1268
Montreal: +1 438 809 7799
Toronto: +1 647 374 4685
Contact us:
For more information, contact:
Kim Kilpatrick, CCB GTT Coordinator
1-877-304-0968 Ext 513
David Greene, CCB GTT Accessibility Trainer
1-877-304-0968 Ext 509
Corry Stuive, CCB National Program Coordinator
1-877-304-0968 Ext 550
GTT Program blog and resources 