Archive for the ‘Convention Speech’ Category

The Power of Individual Engagement and Collective Action

A speech presented by Mary Ellen Gabias, CFB President at the CFB “Vote of Confidence” Convention on May 6, 2017, Harbour Towers, Victoria, B.C., Welcome all of you to the convention of the Canadian Federation of the Blind. This is the 25th anniversary of Federationism in Canada, as well as the 150th anniversary of our […]

Breaking the Mold: From Clienthood to Citizenship

by Mary Ellen Gabias, President “It ain’t easy to break out of a mold, but, if you do your work, people will ultimately see what you’re capable of. Too often, people find it easier to make assumptions and stick with what they believe. They put you in a place, and it makes their job easier.” […]