Love your eyes, Canada
Celebrating eye health in every corner of our great country
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WORLD SIGHT DAY WAS OCTOBER 9, 2025
World Sight Day, led by the International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB), is a global awareness day focused on the importance of eye health.
It’s a perfect opportunity to spread the word and empower ourselves, our families, and our communities to take care of our eyes.
SEE THE POSSIBILITIES PHOTO CONTEST
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In honour of World Sight Day 2025, we invited you to take a moment to love your eyes – and the beautiful views they offer. The See The Possibilities Photo Contest was back. This year, we zoomed in on the places that matter most to you.
My corner of Canada
We asked you to share the view from your corner of Canada to help tell the story of the places you call home. We were blown away by your submissions!
YOUR ‘MY CORNER OF CANADA’ SNAPS
Congratulations to our winners
Cos choice winner
“Puffin at Elliston, NL gathering nesting materials“
Sandy – Tiverton, Ontario
People's choice winner
“Toronto Summers”
Philip – Vancouver, British Columbia
We had photos roll in from every corner of Canada. Take a look at the submissions.
What are Canadians saying about their eye health?
No matter what corner of Canada you call home, Canadians overwhelmingly agree: eye health matters.
A recent national survey by the Canadian Ophthalmological Society offers a snapshot of what people across the country think about eye health and reveals where there’s more to learn – so we can all take better care of our eyes.
Eye Health at a Glance: Canadian Perspectives
Canadians care deeply about their vision:
97% believe that eye care is crucial to overall wellbeing
83% say they prioritize their vision health
Most Canadians rate their overall eye health as excellent or good, but many of us still have some blind spots when it comes to knowing how to take care of our eyes
Only about half of Canadians:
Understand what factors affect their eye health
Feel familiar with treatment options for serious eye conditions
Are aware of the different roles of eye care professionals
When it comes to eye health, Canadians are increasingly concerned about:
Screentime, especially for kids
Extreme weather like UV exposure, wildfire smoke, and cold winds
Canadians value innovative eye care and are confident in their ability to access it
92% say access to cutting-edge exams and treatments is important
82% believe vision care in Canada is innovative
75% feel they currently have access to innovative eye exams and treatments
It’s clear that Canadians love their eyes. And by learning more about eye health, you can make confident choices that help protect your vision for years to come.
Results are from an online survey of 1,501 Canadians aged 18+, conducted in March 2025 on behalf of the Canadian Ophthalmological Society.
