About White Cane Days

• White Cane Events Around the World
  The familiar white cane with a red band at the bottom is used by blind and visually impaired persons in many countries. Lions help to increase awareness of the use of the white cane and laws governing its use. Specific days or weeks may be designated for white cane events worldwide. During these times Lions help to educate the public about the aspirations, hopes and abilities of people who are blind or visually impaired.
• Canadian Event In 1946
  The Canadian Council of the Blind designated the first week in February as "White Cane Week." Each year a theme is chosen to focus public attention on a facet of blindness and visual impairment. White Cane Week in Canada has become a national network of special events and hands-on demonstrations.
• USA Event
  As a result of a 1964 congressional resolution, the President of the United States annually issues a proclamation designating October 15th as "National White Cane Safety Day."
• International Event In 1970
  The President of the International Federation of the Blind declared October 15 as "International White Cane Safety Day."
• National Event
  The National Federation of the Blind A leading organization for the blind, has established the third week in May as "White Cane Week."
• Symbol of Blindness
  While the White Cane is commonly accepted as a "symbol of blindness", various countries have different rules concerning what constitutes a cane for the blind. In the United Kingdom, for example, the White Cane is recognized as being used by visually impaired persons; if the cane has two red bands added, it indicates that the user is deaf-blind. In some areas, the cane is yellow. In the United States, laws vary from state to state, but in all cases, those carrying white canes are afforded the right of way when crossing a road and when in a public place.
• Lions White Cane Awareness Projects
  In their efforts to advocate for people who are blind or visually impaired or deaf-blind, Lions clubs may: organize an event that emphasizes equal capabilities and talents of people who are blind, visually impaired or deaf-blind. Special themes may be chosen to focus public attention on a facet of blindness and visual impairment; educate the public about white cane laws; advocate for "beep" traffic lights and other safety devices.

Our Mission: To create and foster a spirit of understanding among all people for humanitarian needs by providing voluntary services through community involvement and international cooperation.

Lions Theme: We Serve Jimmy M. Ross - President - Lions International John Doyle - District Governor - District 19 C-3 Andi Lanxon - Zone Chairperson - District 19 C-3