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Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of vision loss in people over the age of 55, affecting approximately 2.5 million Canadians. In AMD, central vision is affected, making it harder…
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Glaucoma is a group of diseases that damage the optic nerve in the eye and lead to vision loss. It is one of the leading causes of blindness for people over the…
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Funding innovative vision research is at the heart of Fighting Blindness Canada. Throughout the year, we’ve shared articles and publications showcasing the amazing research and advocacy work taking place within the community…
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“This program has been a life-changing experience for me, and I strongly recommend it.” 2023 Program Mentee. Did you know that Fighting Blindness Canada offers an innovative mentorship program? Morgan Ineson, Fighting…
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This October, we were back in-person for our 2023 Young Leaders Toronto Summit. Held at the Novotel Toronto North York, 33 young adult participants from across the country joined us for two…
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Fighting Blindness Canada has awarded three new Clinician Scientist Emerging Leader Awards, helping build the pipeline of ophthalmologist researchers. Clinician-scientists can translate laboratory research into the clinic and help bring clinical trials…
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