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As the principal national public voice for ophthalmology in Canada, the Canadian Ophthalmological Society (COS) plays a critical role in advocating for optimal eye care for all Canadians.

Representing eye physicians and surgeons from coast to coast to coast, COS strategically collaborates with governments, industry partners and health care allies on a wide range of advocacy issues, including stronger vision standards, improved federal regulations, and shorter wait times for speciality eye surgeries.

For media enquiries, please contact:

Kim Tytler
Manager, Communications and Public Affairs
[email protected]
613.729.6779 x231

Monday May 14, 2018

Everything you need to know about sun safety for kids

“Children’s eyes are particularly vulnerable to the sun’s UV rays, as their ocular lenses are still developing and cannot filter UV light in the same way as an adult’s can, Dr. Christine Law, a pediatric ophthalmologist and spokesperson for the Canadian Ophthalmological Society told HuffPost Canada.”Huff Post

Thursday May 10, 2018

Preventing and treating the leading cause of blindness for seniors: AMD

“It’s important we educate ourselves about AMD and the steps we can take to reduce vision loss with these tips from the Canadian Ophthalmological Society (COS) and Canadian Retina Society (CRS).”Forever Young

Tuesday May 1, 2018

Study shows only half of Canadians seek treatment for symptoms of potential eye disease that may lead to vision loss

The Canadian Ophthalmological Society sheds light onto Canadian eye health behaviours during National Vision Health Month A new survey, commissioned by the Canadian Ophthalmological Society (COS), revealed the majority of Canadians (59 per cent) experience symptoms of potential eye disease, yet only half of these people (54 per cent) reported they had seen a health […]

Tuesday March 13, 2018

Vision protection for all seasons

“According to information from the Canadian Ophthalmological Society, unprotected exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation can cause short-term pain and discomfort, but permanent damage to the eyes can result from prolonged exposure to the sun without adequate protection.”Occupational Health & Safety Magazine

Friday June 9, 2017

What the heck is an ophthalmologist

“Incredible stories are being shared on SeeThePossibilities.ca to highlight the important work ophthalmologists do in correcting, restoring and preserving vision.”

Wednesday June 7, 2017

The CDA and COS want Canadians to know that sunglasses can save your eyes

When it comes to sun safety, the Canadian Dermatology Association (CDA) is asking Canadians to think about more than just their skin. They want people to take precautions to protect their eyes from the sun’s harmful rays too. That’s why the CDA has partnered with the Canadian Ophthalmological Society (COS) to launch The Sunglasses Project, an […]