CNIB BEYOND PRINT
We are global industry experts in accessible formats, producing braille, electronic publications and audiobook materials for individuals and organizations across Canada.
What We Do
Braille
With over a century of lived experience through CNIB, we are Canada’s braille experts and the only certifying body in the country. We help organizations transcribe all printed documents into braille and offer a variety of braille courses.
Accessible Audiobooks
We produce audiobook materials for organizations and publishers across Canada interested in reaching a wider audience. Our audio materials are recorded in state-of-the-art recording studios and can be created in both official languages.
Accessible EPUBs
EPUB files ensure that all readers can inclusively access materials.
CNIB Beyond Print helps organizations produce Benetech Global
Certified Accessible EPUB 3 publications that conform to the latest
version of the standard.
Accessibility Consulting for Publishers
In addition to production services, CNIB Beyond Print provides support as an advisor to publishers and organizations interested in incorporating accessibility best practices into their operations.
News Releases & Blog
- Swimming Up Niagara Falls
Forty years ago, a major victory for disability rights took effect in Canadaâone that forever changed the legal and social landscape for people with disabilities. - Black Love Letters
Celebrate Black History Month and Valentine’s Day with the accessible audiobook Black Love Letters. This powerful collection of essays, poems, and letters, explores Black love and resilience. CNIB Beyond Print offers this vital addition, in accessible formats, bridging the gap for those with print disabilities.
Our Partners
CNIB Beyond Print works with commercial enterprises, independent publishers, federally regulated and goverment organizations and educational bodies to address print equity & inclusion on a national scale. Our partners are accessibility innovators who have an on-going commitment to improving access for all Canadians with print disabilities.
