Canadian Ophthalmological Society

06/05/2026

Looking to make the most of your time off or plan your next adventure? Through Perkopolis, COS members have exclusive access to thousands of exclusive perks across Canada—from travel and attractions to local experiences and activities.

Whether it’s a weekend getaway, a family outing, or checking something new off your bucket list, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Learn more at cos-sco.ca/membership

06/04/2026

Sessions not to be missed at COS2026!

Women in Ophthalmology with Professor Maja
- Stop Fixing Women: The Real Reasons Confidence Gets Undermined
- The Sorry Gap: How Apology Shapes Power in Medicine

Professor Maja is a sociologist, author, and TEDx speaker exploring what fuels—and fractures—women’s confidence. Since earning her Ph.D. she has led the largest global qualitative study on women’s confidence and communication.

Her TEDx talk, How Apologies Kill Our Confidence, sparked an international conversation and inspired TED IDEAS’ most-read article of 2019. A keynote speaker and author of Hey Ladies, Stop Apologizing, she blends research, storytelling, and humor to help women reclaim their confidence.

**These session are open to all attendees, including allies who are interested in supporting and advancing women in ophthalmology.**

More info at cos-sco.ca.

06/03/2026

Starting practice comes with a learning curve. The YO Symposium at is designed to help early-career ophthalmologists navigate it with confidence.

Join us June 18 in Montréal for conversations on locums, surgical anxiety, patient complaints, leadership, EDI, and more.

Hear from our speakers:
Dr. Stephanie Côté, Pediatrics in Montreal
Dr. Lyn Sonnenberg, EDI keynote
Dr. Majd Mustafa, Comprehensive & Cornea in Vancouver
Dr. Rishi Gupta, Retina in Halifax

Hosted by CCOR. Advanced registration required: https://sites.grenadine.co/sites/cos-sco/en/2026-cos-meeting-and-exhibition-montreal/pages/26201



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Commencer à exercer s’accompagne d’une courbe d’apprentissage. Le Symposium des jeunes ophtalmologistes à est conçu pour aider les ophtalmologistes en début de carrière à la surmonter avec confiance.

Soyez des nôtres le 18 juin à Montréal pour des échanges sur les postes de remplacement, l’anxiété liée à la chirurgie, les plaintes des patients, le leadership, l’EDI et plus encore.

Venez entendre le point de vue de nos conférenciers :
Dre Stephanie Côté, pédiatrie à Montréal
Dre Lyn Sonnenberg, conférence principale sur l’EDI
Dr Majd Mustafa, ophtalmologie générale et cornée à Vancouver
Dr Rishi Gupta, rétine à Halifax

Organisé par le CCOR. L’inscription préalable est obligatoire :https://sites.grenadine.co/sites/cos-sco/fr/2026-cos-meeting-and-exhibition-montreal/pages/26201

The COS Annual Meeting and Exhibition will take place from June 18 - 21, 2026 in Montréal, Québec.Join us at le Palais des congrès de Montréal where ophthalmologists and eye care professionals from across the spectrum of vision health, from research to patient care, will come together. This meet...

06/02/2026

Happy Pride Month!

Although Pride Month is celebrated in June, we must continue to celebrate the LGBTQ2S+ community, acknowledge their significant contributions, and remember to continue to respect each individual for who they are every day.

If you or someone you know is looking for support, , LGBT YouthLine and CMHA National are useful resources with more information and support.

06/01/2026

Today, we welcome Dr. Bolu Ogunyemi as president of the CMA.

A dermatologist from St. John’s, NL, Dr. Ogunyemi is the first Black president in CMA history and among its youngest. His priorities include strengthening primary care, reducing administrative burden and advancing community-based care to better support patients across Canada.

Full news release: https://bit.ly/4u2xUFo

06/01/2026

👁️ Ever heard of an orthoptist?

Today is World Orthoptic Day, a perfect time to spotlight these essential vision care professionals! Orthoptists specialize in how your eyes move and work together. They’re often the first to assess issues like strabismus (eye misalignment), amblyopia (lazy eye), double vision, or trouble focusing up close.

In this new resource, certified orthoptist Vaishali Mehta and pediatric ophthalmologist Dr. Annick Fournier (CHEO) break down how orthoptists support patients of all ages and work closely with ophthalmologists to improve care.

✔️ How orthoptists help improve vision
✔️ Their role in diagnosis, treatment, and recovery
✔️ Tips on non-surgical care like patching or prism therapy

Eye care is a team effort and orthoptists are a vital part of it.

Explore the resource: seethepossibilities.ca/orthoptics

Annick Fournier, MD, FRCSCOphthalmologistChildren’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario, University of Ottawa Eye Institute, Ottawa, ON Dr. Fournier is a practicing ophthalmologist specializing in pediatric ocular surgery and the management of complex pediatric and adult strabismus. She is also involved i...

05/30/2026

Ophthalmologists play a central role in maintaining high standards in vision care.

As the system evolves, the profession must remain visible and aligned in advocating for care models that reflect required training.

Use your voice, through leadership and advocacy, to help shape the future of eye care.




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Les ophtalmologistes jouent un rôle central dans le maintien de normes élevées en matière de santé visuelle.

À mesure que le système évolue, la profession doit demeurer visible et unie dans la défense de modèles de soins qui reflètent la formation requise.

Utilisez votre voix, par votre leadership et votre engagement, afin de contribuer à façonner l’avenir des soins oculaires.

05/29/2026

It was a pleasure to meet with MP Judy Sgro during Vision Health Month as we joined fellow members of the Vision Health Partners’ Coalition to raise awareness of the importance of vision health and implementing Canada’s National Strategy for Eye Care.

05/28/2026

OOKP is changing what’s possible for patients with severe corneal blindness, and we’ve got Dr. Greg Moloney to tell us more!

Dr. Saheb and Dr. Moloney cover how the procedure works, who qualifies, recovery and outcomes, as well as access to OOKP in Canada, including referral pathways, wait times, and future directions in care.

Full episode coming soon.

Season 6 is co-sponsored by Astellas Pharma Canada, Inc. and Johnson & Johnson Vision. We thank them for their support.

05/27/2026

As part of Vision Health Month, the Vision Health Partners’ Coalition (VHPC) is calling on the federal government to fund implementation of Canada’s National Strategy for Eye Care (Bill C-284, Royal Assent November 2024).

More than 2.2 million Canadians live with vision impairment, and the economic burden is projected to reach $56 billion by 2050. Yet one in three adults skips recommended eye exams, often resulting in late-stage diagnoses, that are more difficult and costly to treat. Vision loss affects children’s learning, workforce productivity, and older adults’ independence.

Watch the press conference: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5otu-ONDr3I
Read the full release: https://www.cos-sco.ca/vision-health-partners-coalition-urges-federal-investment-to-establish-canadas-national-eye-care-strategy/

The Vision Health Partners’ Coalition represents: Canadian Association of Optometrists, Canadian Council of the Blind, Canadian Ophthalmological Society, CNIB, Fighting Blindness Canada, Opticians Association of Canada, Orbis Canada, and Vision Loss Rehabilitation Canada.



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Dans le cadre du Mois de la santé visuelle, la Coalition des partenaires en santé oculaire (CPSO) demande au gouvernement fédéral de financer la mise en œuvre de la Stratégie nationale sur les soins oculaires du Canada (projet de loi C-284, sanction royale en novembre 2024).

Plus de 2,2 millions de Canadiennes et Canadiens vivent avec une déficience visuelle, et le fardeau économique associé devrait atteindre 56 milliards de dollars d’ici 2050. Pourtant, un adulte sur trois ne passe pas les examens de la vue recommandés, ce qui entraîne souvent des diagnostics tardifs plus complexes et
plus coûteux à traiter. La perte de vision a des répercussions sur l’apprentissage des enfants, la productivité de la main-d’œuvre et l’autonomie des personnes âgées.

La Coalition des partenaires en santé oculaire regroupe l’Association canadienne des optométristes, le Conseil canadien des aveugles, la Société canadienne d’ophtalmologie, INCA, Vaincre la cécité Canada, l’Association des opticiens du Canada, Orbis Canada et Réadaptation en déficience visuelle Canada.

Regardez la conférence de presse : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5otu-ONDr3I
Lisez le communiqué de presse complet : https://www.cos-sco.ca/fr/la-coalition-des-partenaires-en-sante-oculaire-demande-un-investissement-federal-pour-mettre-en-oeuvre-la-strategie-nationale-sur-les-soins-oculaires-du-canada/

The Vision Health Partners’ Coalition (VHPC) holds a news conference on Parliament Hill to call on the federal government to fund implementation of Canada’s ...