September is Inherited Retinal Disease Month

Approximately 21,000 Canadians have an IRD — a group of genetic diseases that can lead to vision loss or blindness. Learn about how you can mark the month.

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Webinar: Accessibility in Action

Technology is evolving at an unprecedented pace, creating new opportunities for people living with vision loss. Join us on Sept. 22 to hear from experts and community partners on AI, low vision technology and more.

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Webinar: AMD In Conversation

Living with age-related macular degeneration (AMD) can raise many questions about treatment, lifestyle, and maintaining independence. Hear from a clinician and researcher in this webinar on Oct. 14.

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Science into Sight

When you're told you're losing your sight, the future can feel like it's disappearing: the moments, the faces, the life you imagined. But there is hope. Science is moving forward, turning hope into progress, and progress into sight.

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IRD Coffee Connections

Join us in Halifax, St. John's, Winnipeg and Toronto for small, in-person gathering for people living with an inherited retinal disease. Hear from experts and connect with others with an IRD.

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AMD Coffee Connections

Join us in Halifax, St. John's, Winnipeg and Oakville, ON, for an in-person meet-up for people affected by age-related macular degeneration. Connect with experts and members in your community.

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Webinar: Inherited Retinal Diseases

Watch the recording of our recent webinars on inherited retinal disease featuring Dr. Brian Ballios is a clinician-scientist specializing in inherited retinal diseases as he discuses the most recent research.

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DID YOU KNOW 1.2 MILLION CANADIANS LIVE WITH VISION LOSS?

At Fighting Blindness Canada, we bring hope to those living and impacted by blindness by moving critical vision research forward and advocating for access to new treatments.

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VISION RESEARCH NEWS

Learn about innovative treatments for blinding eye diseases and the latest breakthroughs in vision research.

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JOIN OUR COMMUNITY

Are you passionate about supporting a good cause while connecting with Canada’s vision loss community? We’re seeking support from enthusiastic volunteers like you!

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Learn how your support is helping to bring a future without blindness into focus! Be the first to learn about the latest breakthroughs in vision research and events in your community by subscribing to our e-newsletter that lands in inboxes the beginning of each month.

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