[nfbwatlk] Fw: CFB Convention Announcement

[Mike Freeman]

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From: "Doris" <dorisbel at telus.net>
To: "list" <list at cfb.ca>
Sent: Saturday, January 10, 2009 9:01 PM
Subject: CFB Convention Announcement


Louis Braille:  From Literacy to Liberty 2009
CANADIAN FEDERATION OF THE BLIND CONVENTION
Louis Braille Birthday Bash

Join the party!  Celebrate the 200th birthday of Louis Braille with us.



The fourth annual Canadian Federation of the Blind convention will be 
held on Friday, May 1, Saturday, May 2 and Sunday, May 3, 2009 in 
Victoria, British Columbia, Canada at the Traveller's Inn, City Centre, 
1961 Douglas Street (Corner of Douglas and Discovery Streets)

Everyone welcome.  Please pass the word.

CFB conventions provide a way for blind people from across distances to 
get
together to learn from each other, to share ideas and to gain confidence 
from being together.  Don't miss this positive and empowering 
experience.

We look forward to seeing you at the convention!
Please continue to check our Website for updates.

Speakers at the conference will discuss topics such as Braille literacy, 
blind leaders, advocacy, independence, the Federation and a positive 
perspective on blindness and the abilities of blind people.  Convention 
activities will include: hands-on Braille workshop; adaptive technology 
exhibit; white cane walk; welcome reception and auction; full-day 
conference and banquet.

CONVENTION REGISTRATION INFORMATION
The convention registration fee is $60 and $55 if you pre-register.
(Note: the registration fee includes Friday evening's reception, and 
Saturday's lunch and banquet.)

You can pre-register for the CFB convention by mailing your registration 
fee to the Canadian Federation of the Blind, with a note stating your 
name, address, phone number and email address of each attendee. 
Alternatively, you can email your name, address, phone number and email 
address to info at cfb.ca and then over our website pay your fee via Paypal 
to registration at cfb.ca.

HOTEL INFORMATION
Traveller's Inn, City Centre
1961 Douglas Street (corner of Douglas and Discovery). Victoria, BC
Phone: (250) 382-2111 or 1-888-877-9444



The following room rates are available to convention attendees if you 
reserve.  The rooms are not pre-booked, so it is advisable to reserve 
early to assure space.
Standard Single Rooms                   $64.95

Standard Double Rooms                 $74.95
(rates are non-commissionable and subject to 17.75% taxes and 
surcharges)



For more information about the convention or the CFB, please contact us.

We look forward to seeing you at the convention!

Canadian Federation of the Blind
www.cfb.ca
info at cfb.ca
(250) 598-7154
1-800-619-8789
P.O. Box 8007
Victoria, British Columbia
Canada V8W 3R7

Promoting the equality and empowerment of blind Canadians