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.
How to Join Meetings:
All calls listed below, with the exception of the CCB-GTT Android Group, can be accessed via the following link:
https://zoom.us/j/9839595688?pwd=N01yeERXQk4rWnhvNCtHTzZwdXcwQT09
(Information on other options for joining the calls are located towards the end of this document)
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Mondays
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CCB-GTT MONDAY OPEN CHAT
Monday November 4, 18 & 25, 2024
1:00 PM Eastern/10:00 AM Pacific:
Host: David Greene
Join us each Monday as we discuss and share the tech topics of greatest interest and concern within our community. Come and ask your questions, network with others and share your knowledge and tips.
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CCB-GTT SMALL GROUP WORKSHOPS, Becoming more familiar with the Zoom app on IPhone and Windows (EXTENDED)
Monday November 4, 18 & 25, 2024
2:30 PM Eastern/11:30 AM Pacific:
Instructors: David Greene and Nolan Jenikov
Description: This workshop will continue beyond it original anticipated length due to participant interest. Topics include, becoming familiar with the Zoom program, how to change user name, how to update the program, how to use chat feature, how to find and understand all menu options, how to view participant list and much more.
(NOTE): Registration required, maximum of 10 participants per class, register by emailing david.gtt@ccbnational.net or Nolan.gtt@ccbnational.net
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Future CCB-GTT Small Group Workshops.
Gerry Chevalier has offered to moderate a small group workshop demonstrating the process for writing JAWS for Windows scripts. He will lead 3 1-hour lessons consisting of: the JAWS scripting environment, use of the Script Manager utility to write a short demo script and optimizing the demo script for best programming practices.
In only 3 hours this workshop cannot teach comprehensive JAWS scripting but it will introduce the process for those who may wish to pursue it further. Attendees should be experienced JAWS and Windows 10 or 11 users.
This workshop will be offered only if there is sufficient interest. If interested please email corry.gtt@ccbnational.net . Also please give a preference for daytime or evening and what day of the week is best for you. If enough interest we will begin the workshop later in November.
And…
David and Nolan will be offering a 3 week small group workshop on Editing text on an iPhone starting on December 2nd. topics include, but are not limited to, how to correct errors in a dictated message or email, how to find and select unwanted words or lines, how to check for punctuation and spelling and how to insert new text.
Maximum of 10 participants per class, register by emailing david.gtt@ccbnational.net or,Nolan.gtt@ccbnational.net
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Tuesdays
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CCB-GTT SMALL GROUP WORKSHOPS, All things Windows
Tuesdays November 5, 12, 19, & 26, 2024
1:00 PM Eastern/10:00 AM Pacific:
Instructors: David Greene and Nolan Jenikov
This group will focus on the Windows operating system using Microsoft Word, Microsoft outlook and navigating windows in general.
(NOTE): registration required. This group is limited to a maximum of 10 persons. To register email david.gtt@ccbnational.net
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CCB-GTT NORTHERN ONTARIO AND RURAL CALL
Tuesday November 19, 2024
7:00 PM Eastern/4:00 PM Pacific:
Hosts: Dorothy Macnaughton and Brian Bibeault
The topic will be online shopping – what’s new, challenges, success stories and tips to share. Elmer Thiesen has a new and different online shopping site to share with us. Everyone across Canada is welcome.
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Wednesdays
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CCB-GTT Unseen Touch Screen Course Session 23 with Michael Feir
Wednesday November 6, 2024
1:00 PM Eastern/10:00 AM Pacific:
Host: Kim Kilpatrick
Presenter: Michael Feir
Description: The Internet in your pocket is a core reason why you want an iPhone with you. Many apps tap into information available via the web. However, the Safari browser or a third party alternative of your choice will serve as your direct gateway to sites on the web which you want to visit. This month, we’ll take a deep dive and explore the Safari browser. It comes on your iPhone as an important part of iOS. You’ll learn how to navigate the web and how to take advantage of resources there through Safari. We’ll also talk about the settings associated with this browser. Third party alternatives won’t be covered in detail but we’ll briefly discuss why you might want to try them out.
This course is based on the second edition of Michael Feir’s free e-book, Personal Power: Getting the Most From iOS as a Totally Blind User. This book can be downloaded in several formats from: Michael Feir’s Blog: April 2022
People who have trouble downloading the book in the format of their choice should email Michael directly at: Michael.feir@gmail.com
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CCB-GTT BACK TO BASICS CALL
Wednesday November 13, 2024
1:00 PM Eastern/10:00 AM Pacific:
Host: Kim Kilpatrick
In this call, any and all questions are welcome! If there is something you’ve always wanted to know but thought it was too basic to ask, bring your questions and curiosity to the group. Today’s question, will AI change how easy it is to learn tech?
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CCB-GTT Q & A WITH MICHAEL FEIR
Wednesday November 20, 2024
1:00 PM Eastern/10:00 AM Pacific:
Host: Kim Kilpatrick
Presenter: Michael Feir
Join Michael for his very popular Q and A session. Come with all of your questions about iDevices and Voiceover.
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CCB-GTT ANDROID USERS GROUP
Wednesday November 20, 2024
7:00 PM Eastern/4:00 PM Pacific:
Hosts: Tracy Mousseau and Matthew Lorentz
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 LOW TECH TIPS AND TRICKS CALL
Wednesday November 27, 2024
1:00 PM Eastern/10:00 AM Pacific:
Host: Kim Kilpatrick
Come join us as we once again share our low-tech tips and tricks. Today’s question: Today’s topic what are some low tech gifts that are a must for any person that is blind or low vision.
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Thursdays
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CCB-GTT BRAILLE DISPLAY USERS GROUP
Thursday November 7, 2024
2:00 PM Eastern/11:00 AM Pacific:
Host: Kim Kilpatrick
Topic: A variety of presentations and time for general Q and A.
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 MAC USER’S GROUP
Tuesday November 14, 2024
2:00 PM Eastern/11:00 AM Pacific:
Hosts/Presenters: Kim Kilpatrick and Wayne Antle
This group is for people who are using Mac computers. The room opens at 1:30 Eastern to give anyone who needs it, some extra help before the meeting starts.
(NOTE): Registration is required. Please e-mail gtt@ccbnational.net
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CCB-GTT ATLANTIC CALL
Thursday November 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2024
8:00 PM Atlantic/8:30 PM NST:
Host: David Greene
This group has a strong focus of tech support and socialization. If you don’t live in Atlantic Canada but have a connection with that region, for example you went to the Halifax School for the blind, you are welcome to join us. Registration required. To register and/or for more information please e-mail David.gtt@ccbnational.net
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Fridays
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CCB-GTT FRIDAY OPEN TECH CHAT
Friday November 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29, 2024
1:00 PM Eastern/10:00 AM Pacific:
Hosts, Shelley Morris and Nolan Jenikov
Join us each Friday as we discuss and share the tech topics of greatest interest and concern within our community. Come and ask your questions, network with others and share your knowledge and tips.
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Additional Resources:
CCB-GTT PODCASTS
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/
New this month, Unseen Touch Screen Course, podcast, Session 22 with Michael Feir
(NOTE): Unseen Touch Screen Course, podcast, Session 23 with Michael Feir, will be available on or before November 8th.
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
(The list will serve as a connection venue only, and the CCB will assume no responsibility for the quality of goods or the value of the transaction(s) between two people, or a person and a company.)
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How to Join Meetings:
You can participate by phone or Internet from wherever you are: All calls listed above, with the exception of the CCB GTT Android Group, can be accessed via the following link:
https://zoom.us/j/9839595688?pwd=N01yeERXQk4rWnhvNCtHTzZwdXcwQT09
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:
Corry Stuive, CCB National Program Coordinator
1-877-304-0968 Ext 550
David Greene, CCB GTT Accessibility Trainer
1-877-304-0968 Ext 509
Nolan Jenikov
1-877-304-0968
GTT Program blog and resources 