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Research Grants and Awards

Through the CNIB Grants and Fellowships Program, we fund both new and experienced researchers in their investigations in the fields of vision health and vision rehabilitation. Funding applications are peer-reviewed by scientists who are experts in vision health.
 
To learn more about funding for students, such as Educational Awards and Scholarships, visit our Awards section.

CNIB Baker Grants:

  • CNIB Baker New Researcher Fund
    These are grants to encourage new investigations that may lead to the prevention of vision loss.
  • CNIB Baker Applied Research Fund
    This fund supports research that is focused on the social, educational, cultural and rehabilitative needs of Canadians living with vision loss, and the application of assistive devices to meet these needs.

Fellowships:

  • CNIB Baker Fellowship Fund
    The Fellowship fund is geared towards researchers who are doing advanced post-graduate training in ophthalmic sub-specialties.
  • The Ross C. Purse Doctoral Fellowship
    This award supports theoretical and practical research and studies at the postgraduate or doctoral level, in the field of vision loss in Canada.

Other Grants and Awards:


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