Video submissions for the 2027 COS Annual Meeting and Exhibition, taking place June 24–27, 2027 in Ottawa, Ontario, are due November 3, 2026 at 3:59 p.m. ET.

Please review the submission guidelines and requirements before submitting.

Submit your abstract or video submission: 2027 COS Annual Meeting and Exhibition – Ottawa

Abstract submissions for the 2027 COS Annual Meeting and Exhibition are due Saturday, October 3, 2026 at 3:59 PM ET.

The 2027 COS Annual Meeting and Exhibition will take place June 24–27, 2027 in Ottawa, Ontario.

Please review the submission guidelines before submitting.

Submit your abstract or video submission: 2027 COS Annual Meeting and Exhibition – Ottawa

Date/Time
06/11/2026 – 07/11/2026
All Day

Location
Omni King Edward Hotel, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

About the Symposium
Join Canadian retina and glaucoma colleagues and expert guest speakers for an interactive learning experience focused on advances in ophthalmic imaging, including OCT, OCT angiography, wide-field imaging, and artificial intelligence.

Learning Objectives
Explore advances in imaging, apply image findings to clinical decision-making, and gain updated knowledge on evidence-based management of retinal diseases and glaucoma.

Registration is complimentary

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Date/Time
07/11/2026 – 08/11/2026
All Day

Location
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

About the Course
Registration is now open for the Canadian Neuro-Ophthalmology Review Course (CNORC) 2026/2027.

This interactive two-day course will feature small-group discussions and didactic teaching delivered by ophthalmology and neurology faculty from across Canada.

Who Should Attend
Practicing ophthalmologists, residents, fellows, and other learners are welcome to attend. Senior residents will particularly benefit from the opportunity to consolidate their neuro-ophthalmic knowledge in preparation for Royal College examinations.

Accreditation & Credits
This event is an Accredited Group Learning Activity (Section 1) as defined by the Maintenance of Certification Program of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and approved by the University of Ottawa’s Office of Continuing Professional Development.

Participants may claim a maximum of 13.50 hours. Credits are automatically calculated.

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Join us from September 24-26, 2026 in Ottawa for the 57th Sally Letson Symposium. 

“Reimagining Glaucoma Care Together” will bring together world leaders in ophthalmology, neuroscience, artificial intelligence and digital health to explore the cutting edge of glaucoma diagnosis, monitoring and management.  This dynamic symposium will highlight practical innovations ready for clinical integration from AI-powered diagnostics and next-generation therapeutics to digital health tools and personalized precision medicine .  Designed to spark collaboration between eye care practitioners, researchers, and technologists, this event aims to move beyond theory to tangible solutions that preserve sight and transform patient outcomes.

Over the course of 2.5 days, the program will delve into the realm of ophthalmology with top experts, captivating lectures, interactive learning and cutting-edge insights that will elevate your learning and practice. Seize this opportunity to enrich your knowledge and skills in this vital field, all while earning Section 1 MOC credits! 

Learning Objectives

At the end of the symposium, participants will be able to:

1. Evaluate emerging innovations in glaucoma diagnostics, including AI-enabled imaging, risk-prediction tools, and assessment technologies, and describe how they can support earlier and more accurate detection.

2. Assess current and next-generation therapeutic options—pharmacologic, surgical, device-based, neuroprotection, and gene therapy—and determine how these advances can be integrated into personalized treatment plans to optimize patient outcomes. 

3. Collaborate across clinical, research, and technology domains to co-create practical workflows, referral models, and interdisciplinary approaches that improve screening, monitoring, and treatment adherence

CanMEDS: Medical expert, Collaborator

Target Audience: This symposium is designed for attendance by ophthalmologists, ophthalmology fellows and residents, optometrists, orthoptists, medical students, technologists, nurses, and other allied health professionals.

Location: Westin Ottawa, 11 Colonel By Drive, Ottawa, ON K1N 9H4

The COS Annual Meeting and Exhibition will take place from June 24-27, 2027 in Ottawa, Ontario.

Join us at the Rogers Centre (previously the Shaw Centre) where ophthalmologists and eye care professionals from across the spectrum of vision health, from research to patient care, will come together. 

This meeting boasts an outstanding international and Canadian faculty presenting the latest in ophthalmic research and practice. The COS Annual Meeting and Exhibition includes invited lectures, scientific papers, wet labs and workshops, as well as networking opportunities and an extensive exhibition of ophthalmic equipment and services. 

Learning Objectives

By participating in this year’s meeting, attendees will:

• Integrate into their practice, knowledge and skills gained from the sharing of Canadian and international research and scientific studies
• Discuss recent advances in the diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases
• Compare and contrast core concepts, new advances and clinical experiences by networking with colleagues and internationally renowned keynote speakers
• Enhance or develop new skills through innovative hands-on learning experiences in Self-Assessment Program (SAPs) and Surgical Skills Transfer Course (STCs)
• Appraise new and innovative technology and discuss developments in treatment and medical devices with industry representatives in the Exhibition Hall

COS is accepting abstracts and video submissions for the 2027 Annual Meeting in Ottawa, Ontario. 

What We’re Looking For:  

• Latest research findings  
• Clinical innovations  
• Best practices in ophthalmology  
• Videos featuring ophthalmic surgery, procedure, education or innovative techniques, for our second annual COS Film Festival—an exciting new initiative to feature surgical videos, innovative techniques, and creative storytelling in ophthalmology. 

Key Details: 

• Abstract Submission Deadline: Saturday, October 3, 2026 at 3:59 PM (EST)  
• Video Submission Deadline: Tuesday, November 3, 2026 at 3:59 PM (EST)
• Meeting Dates: June 24-27, 2027  
• Location: Ottawa, Ontario  
• Please review the submission guidelines before you submit. 

Submit your abstract or video submission: 2027 COS Annual Meeting and Exhibition – Ottawa

The Canadian Retina Society is pleased to announce that our next in-person annual meeting will be held in Montreal, Quebec, at the Le Westin Montreal.

The Atlantic Eye Symposium is an accredited educational conference geared to address the needs of the comprehensive ophthalmologist. There will be 13 visiting speakers covering a variety of topics including cataract, cornea, retina, glaucoma, neuro-ophthalmology, and oculoplastics.

This two-day meeting will be held on the Halifax waterfront at the Harbourfront Marriott Hotel on September 18^th and 19^th, 2026. The informal setting will facilitate dialogue and interaction with the speakers and your colleagues. You can expect innovative talks and exhibitions addressing current issues in the field of ophthalmology.