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Fighting Blindness Canada (FBC) is the largest charitable funder of vision research in Canada. Over our 50-year history, FBC has contributed critical funding for the development of sight-saving treatments and cures for…
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Since 1974, Fighting Blindness Canada (FBC) has funded the best, most promising vision research to advance new treatments and cures for blinding eye diseases. This investment means that there are effective treatments…
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Careers
Join Our Team! Fighting Blindness Canada (FBC) is comprised of a high-energy, dedicated team determined to make a difference in the fight against blindness. We are motivated by the profound impact that…
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Contact Us
Get in touch with our team by telephone or e-mail through our staff directory. Our directory is alphabetized by first name. To reach Fighting Blindness Canada’s Health Information Line, visit the Health…
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