VIEW POINT
Explore Fighting Blindness Canada’s View Point education series—events where you can discover the latest in vision research, ask questions, and connect with others affected by blinding eye diseases.
Explore our 2026 lineup below! For questions about our programming, or help registering, contact us at education@fightingblindness.ca or 1-800-461-3331 ext. 270.
Jump to: Inherited Retinal Diseases (IRDs): In Conversation | Registration for Coffee Connections | Past Recordings
Upcoming WEbinars
Inherited Retinal Disease (IRD): In Conversation
Webinar | Expert Q&A + Community Connect Session
Wednesday, May 20 | 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. ET | Zoom
Inherited Retinal Disease (IRD): In Conversation is an interactive evening designed to support learning, questions, and connection for people affected by IRDs.
The session will feature Dr. Brian Ballios, a clinician-scientist specializing in inherited retinal disease and ocular genetics. Dr. Ballios will share insights from his clinical and research work before opening the conversation to participant questions in an Ask-the-Expert format.
The final portion of the webinar will transition into a facilitated Community Connect session, offering space for participants to share experiences, reflect, and connect with others in the IRD community.
If you need assistance with registration or have any questions, please reach out to us at education@fightingblindness.ca or 1-800-461-3331 ext. 270.
Coffee Connections: Western Canada
What are Coffee Connections?
Coffee Connections is a welcoming in-person meet-up for people affected by age-related macular degeneration (AMD) or inherited retinal diseases (IRD). These events are a chance to connect with experts and members in your community, share experiences, ask questions, and learn about living well with AMD or IRD.
Each gathering features a mix of informative sessions and social connection, including:
- Expert conversation on the latest treatments and research for AMD or IRD
- Opportunities to ask questions and get guidance from specialists
- Time to network and meet others living with AMD or IRD
- Panels with individuals living with AMD or IRD, sharing their own strategies and experiences
Coffee and refreshments will be available, and seating is first come, first served. Whether you’re newly diagnosed, managing your condition for years, or supporting a loved one, Coffee Connections provides a friendly space to learn, ask, and connect.
AMD Coffee Connections
Victoria, BC
Tuesday April 7| 10 a.m.-12 p.m PT| Victoria City Hall
Vancouver, BC
Thursday, April 9| 10 a.m.-12 p.m PT |St James Community Square
Edmonton, AB
Saturday, April 11| 10 a.m.-12 p.m MT| Millwoods Senior & Multicultural Centre
Calgary, AB
Monday, April 13 | 10 a.m-12 p.m MT |Sunalta Community Association
IRD Coffee Connections
Victoria, BC
Tuesday April 7| 6 p.m.-8 p.m PT| Victoria City Hall
Vancouver, BC
Thursday, April 9| 6 p.m.-8 p.m PT | 411 Seniors Centre
Edmonton, AB
Saturday, April 11 | 3 p.m.-5 p.m MT | ACT Recreation Centre
Calgary, AB
Sunday, April 12 | 3 p.m.-5 p.m MT | Sunalta Community Association
Past Recordings
You can access a list of past View Point recordings at this link.
If you would like to receive updates about new View Point events, share discussion topic ideas, or require assistance registering, please email education@fightingblindness.ca or call us at 1.800.461.3331 ext. 270.
2026 View POint Recordings
- Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD): In Research & Practice – February 24, 2026, Dr. Shaheer Aboobaker, Vitreoretinal Surgeon and Managing Partner at the Toronto Retina Institute, shares insights from his clinical care, research, and global trials, highlighting advances in AMD technology and treatments. VIDEO | SUMMARY | TRANSCRIPT
- Glaucoma & Optic Nerve: In Conversation – March 13, 2026, Dr. Qianqian Wang, ophthalmologist and glaucoma specialist and Associate Clinical Professor at the University of Montreal, and Dr. Jason Meyer, Professor of Medical and Molecular Genetics at Indiana University and Director of the Stark Neurosciences Stem Cell Research Group, share insights from clinical care and research, highlighting current developments in glaucoma and optic nerve disease. VIDEO | SUMMARY | TRANSCRIPT
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