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May 6, 2022

Grant Duff was a gentle giant and a caring man with an infectious laugh and smile. His enthusiasm and optimism were infectious too, as was his belief in the importance of giving…

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May 4, 2022

Register and Join us Today After two years of virtual events, Cycle for Sight is back in-person, and we couldn’t be more excited to move with you again! Since its inception in…

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Apr 5, 2022

The late Sam Zunder, who passed away peacefully on February 12, 2022, at the age of 95, was a pillar of his community and a dear friend of Fighting Blindness Canada (FBC)….

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Apr 4, 2022

We’re excited to give our eNews readers a sneak peek at a new initiative Fighting Blindness Canada (FBC) is launching this month. This competition will solicit applications from the best and brightest…

Read More about $2.5 million research competition to drive treatments for retinal degeneration
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Apr 1, 2022

Ben Akuoko is a Young Leaders mentor, Fighting Blindness Canada Ambassador, and University graduate currently completing a master’s degree in social work. Although dedicated to helping his community and advancing his education…

Read More about The White Cane Series: Ben Akuoko’s Story
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Mar 31, 2022

This season, prioritize your eye health with these 5 tips! 1. Have a Healthy Diet Maintaining a healthy, balanced diet is important for long-term health as well as your vision. Certain nutrients…

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