Groups and Events Calendar
Use the calendar below to see upcoming groups, workshops, and events, and learn how to register.
Activities change often. Use this calendar to check dates and register for an activity. For fuller weekly updates about upcoming groups and events, plus other BALANCE news, subscribe to our newsletter to stay connected.
How to Use This Calendar
You can view this calendar in Grid or List format.
Grid view
Activities appear in a calendar layout by date. Open an event item to view more information and the registration link. If you use JAWS or NVDA, press Enter or use the right-click menu to access those details.
List view
Activities appear in a list, with the title, date, time, and description shown together. Because List view shows one date at a time, check the description to see whether an activity is a single event or part of a series or longer program.
Month
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Need help?
If you need help finding or registering for a group or event, call 416-236-1796 ext. 0 or email info@balancefba.org
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March 5, 2026
Winter 2026 Pre-Employment Program
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March 5, 2026
This free, five-week program is designed for job seekers with visual disabilities who want to strengthen their employment skills, explore career pathways, and build confidence in their job search.
Many people use the start of a new year to set goals or renew their focus, and this program offers a meaningful way to turn job-related resolutions into practical, achievable steps. Held Monday to Friday from 10 AM to 1 PM (EST) on Zoom, the program provides an accessible and supportive learning environment where participants will:
- Learn about today’s job market
- Build self-awareness and personal branding
- Strengthen interview and communication skills
- Enhance workplace technology skills
- Connect with community Employment Service Providers
- A past participant shared, “Facilitators work so well together and are so supportive in lifting my doubts.”
For more information, contact Elizabeth Mohler at pep@balancefba.org.
A Space to Be Heard: Sharing Space Support Group Winter 2026
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March 5, 2026
Looking for a space to connect, share openly, and feel truly heard? Join our Sharing Space Winter 2026 Session—a welcoming, judgment-free environment where your voice and experiences matter.
The group is facilitated by Melanie Marsden, a skilled professional with lived experience of blindness. With her guidance, participants will explore their thoughts and feelings in a supportive, confidential setting that encourages reflection, growth, and connection.
Throughout the 10 weeks together, we’ll share stories, listen deeply, and learn from one another. We’ll also explore helpful resources and supports you may find meaningful. By the end of the program, participants often leave feeling more empowered, connected, and grounded—carrying forward new insights and a strengthened sense of community
To register, please contact us at info@balancefba.org or 416-236-1796 ext. 0. If needed, you may also request a Zoom phone call-out option for easier access.
Most of the groups and events that you love are supported through Donations and Grants.
Learn more on our Donate page.