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Events in October 2026

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2 12:00 pm: Beyond Telling Time: Exploring Apple Watch Accessibility: Fall 2026 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm October 2, 2026 Details : When: Friday, October 2nd at 12:00pm to 1:00pm As fall approaches, it’s a great time to discover new ways to stay active and connected! Join us to discover practical Apple Watch accessibility features that can support everyday tasks. Learn how the Apple Watch can help you track your health and fitness, find your devices, stay connected and more. Come explore how the Apple Watch can be a useful and accessible tool in your everyday life! What you will take away? Accessibility: VoiceOver, larger text/display options, haptics and sounds Everyday use: Siri, notifications and simple Apple Watch navigation Health & activity: checking steps, heart rate and activity information Safety: Medical ID, Emergency SOS and Fall Detection Facilitated by Windy Ho-Li, Low Vision Assistive Technology Instructor, with co-facilitator Sahibpreet Gahunia, a fourth-year Occupational Therapy student at the University of Alberta. This Lunch & Learn will provide practical demonstrations and helpful tips for using the Apple Watch in everyday life. Register for the Beyond Telling Time: Exploring Apple Watch Accessibility. If you are unfamiliar with zoom, please email info@balancefba.org or call 416-236-1796 ext 0 to request for a Zoom phone call-out. Zoom View Location

14 12:00 pm: Online Security: Staying Safe from Scams 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm October 14, 2026 Using technology is an important part of everyday life, from banking and shopping to staying connected with others and managing work. However, navigating technology safely can present unique challenges for people living with vision loss, particularly when scam warning signs commonly rely on visual cues. This workshop will explore practical ways to recognize scams, protect your personal information, and help you feel more confident navigating digital spaces. Join us for an online workshop focused on recognizing scams and protecting yourself online, with tips tailored to individuals living with vision loss. Details: When: October 14th from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM Where: Zoom Together, we’ll discuss: Common online scams and how to recognize them Warning signs that may be easy to miss Practical strategies for protecting your personal information at home and at work Facilitated by Sahibpreet Gahunia, MSc Occupational Therapy student at the University of Alberta. Come learn practical strategies to help you feel more confident and secure digitally! Register for the Online Security: Staying Safe from Scams. If you are unfamiliar with zoom, please email info@balancefba.org or call 416-236-1796 ext 0 to request for a Zoom phone call-out. Zoom View Location

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