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Denise Justin: Finding Purpose, Passion & Community

It started with the stairs—Denise Justin, who was then 52, noticed her depth perception was off—and the stairs, in fact looked more akin to a child’s slide. This led to appointments with…

Mo Lalani: Adapting to a Life with Vision Loss

If Mo Lalani could offer one piece of advice to someone facing the prospect of vision loss, it would be to not live in fear. Mo was driving to a restaurant with…

Ed Glassman: Adapting, Connecting and Moving

October 10, 2024, is World Mental Health Day in Canada. We spoke to retired psychologist Dr. Ed Glassman about his experiences of living with cone dystrophy and to get some tips on…

Dr. Ruanne Lai and her dog Portia snowshoeing

Dr. Ruanne Lai: Transforming Personal Challenges into Scientific Breakthroughs

At just 12 years old, Dr. Ruanne Lai began experiencing night vision loss — a challenge that would profoundly shape both her personal life and professional journey in the field of vision…

Sitka Polk and Nora Francis: Nora’s First Rainbow and the Power of Gene Therapy

Imagine being told your newborn might never see the world. This was the harsh reality for Sitka Polk and her husband David. Just five weeks after the joyous arrival of their daughter…

Jack McCormick: A Triumphant Experience with Gene Therapy

Jack McCormick’s story is inspiring and uplifting. As one of the first Canadians to receive Luxturna, Canada’s first approved gene therapy for inherited retinal diseases, McCormick’s experience not only reflects his personal…

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