Canadian organization to host singing competition.

The i Factor is an American Idol-style music competition that is being conducted this summer by the Canadian National Institute for the Blind (CNIB) for Canadians with visual impairments aged 16 years and older. The top 10 finalists will receive one week of musical training from music industry professionals and compete during a live finale for a grand prize, which is the chance to perform as an opening act for Canadian singer-songwriter Terry Kelly. To audition, individuals need to upload a short video to the contest web site, <http://theifactor.ca>, before the July 13, 2009, deadline. An independent selection panel will review the video submissions, and choose the top 10 finalists. The contest will take place on August 8, 2009, when the 10 contestants will compete in three rounds of live performance before a panel of celebrity judges and audience members. For more information, contact: CNIB National Office, 1929 Bayview Avenue, Toronto, ON M4G 3E8, Canada; phone: [phone]; e-mail: <[e-mail]>; web site: <www.cnib.ca>.