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) April 15, 2026 – As scope of practice expansion is actively being considered across Canada, the Canadian Ophthalmological Society (COS) is emphasizing that patient safety must remain the central and non-negotiable principle guiding any changes to healthcare delivery. While COS supports innovation and system modernization, it is deeply concerned that several proposed changes…
Wearing sunglasses year-round is crucial to maintain optimal eye health
As June also marks Cataract Awareness Month, it becomes all the more important to raise awareness and educate Canadians about…
Vision Health Month: Canada’s aging population highlights need to prioritize eye health and vision loss prevention
May is Vision Health Month, and the Canadian Ophthalmological Society (COS) wants to stress the importance of vision health care,…
Vision care is health care: Canada’s vision health stakeholders collectively stress the need to support vision care in federal budget
TORONTO, March 28, 2023 /CNW/ – Today, the Government of Canada has shown its commitment and leadership towards health care in the country with…
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.