Who is the Canadian Ophthalmological Society (COS)
The Canadian Ophthalmological Society (COS) is the national, recognized authority on eye and vision care in Canada. As eye physicians and surgeons, we are committed to assuring the provision of optimal medical and surgical eye care for all Canadians by promoting excellence in ophthalmology and by providing services to support our members in practice.
Our membership includes over 1,000 ophthalmologists and ophthalmology residents. We work collaboratively with government, other national and international specialty societies, our academic communities (ACUPO), our provincial partners and affiliates, and other eye care professionals and patient groups to advocate for health policy in Canada in the area of eye and vision health.
Newsroom
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(Ottawa, ON) May 5, 2026 – May marks Vision Health Month, an opportunity to highlight the importance of eye health and the steps Canadians can take to preserve their vision. The Canadian Ophthalmological Society (COS) is encouraging Canadians to better understand the expertise behind the care they receive—particularly when procedures involving the eye are considered.…
Patient safety must remain the foundation of scope of practice decisions in Canada
(Ottawa, ON) April 15, 2026 – As scope of practice expansion is actively being considered across Canada, the Canadian Ophthalmological…
Canadian Ophthalmologists Highlight Seasonal Environmental Risks to Eye Health
April 7, 2026 – Ottawa, ON – Ophthalmologists across Canada are observing the impact of seasonal environmental exposures — including…
Canadian Ophthalmological Society marks AMD Awareness Month by highlighting advances in care and patient impact
Toronto, ON – February 3, 2025 – The Canadian Ophthalmological Society (COS) is recognizing Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) Awareness Month…
Member Benefits
COS membership offers access to professional development, advocacy, networking, and resources to support you at every stage of your ophthalmology career.
Job Postings
Explore current career opportunities in ophthalmology. New postings are added regularly for positions in academic, clinical, and surgical practice settings.