Home to the Waterloo Regional Eye Program

WRHN's eye program connects patients across Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge, Guelph, and surrounding areas with expert care for cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy, using the latest treatments and techniques. Your gift helps make sure that care is there close to home.

Join community members across Waterloo Region already funding this care.

Care that's there when it matters

WRHN's regional eye program connects patients with cataract and retinal surgery, clinic visits, and education, including a partnership with TLC Vision to help lower wait times for cataract surgery.

Give to eye care

You can give to our eye care team. Your support helps fund equipment and programs for the surgeons and specialists who help patients across the region see clearly.

Regional eye care, close to home

Made possible by donor support across the region.

One Regional Program

The Waterloo Regional Eye Program serves patients from across Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge, Guelph, and surrounding areas.

Expert Surgical Care

WRHN’s ophthalmologists have expertise in cataract and retinal surgery, using the latest treatments and techniques to help restore vision.

A Trusted Partnership

WRHN partners with TLC Vision to help lower wait times for cataract surgery, with procedures performed by fully credentialed surgeons.

One of Five Regional Programs

Eye care is one of WRHN’s named regional surgical programs, alongside heart, spine, HPB, and chest surgery.

Eye Programs at WRHN

Here's what your gift helps make possible: comprehensive eye care for Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge, Guelph, and communities across the region.

Cataract Surgery

Expert surgical care to remove clouded lenses and restore vision, including access to WRHN’s partnership with TLC Vision to help lower wait times.

Retinal Surgery

Specialized surgical care for retinal conditions, using the latest treatments and techniques to help restore and protect vision.

Regional Eye Program Coordination

Coordinated referrals and clinic visits that connect patients with the right eye specialists and services across the region.

Pre-Surgical Clinics

Appointments and preparation support to help patients feel ready and recover more quickly after eye surgery.

Common Questions About Eye Care at WRHN

How can I support eye care at WRHN?

You can give today or become a monthly donor, and give to our eye care team.

Will I receive a tax receipt for my donation?

Yes. WRHN Foundation is a registered Canadian charity (Charitable Registration No. 889180394 RR 0001), and tax receipts are issued for eligible donations. Monthly donors receive an annual tax receipt each February covering all gifts from the previous calendar year.

If I need eye care myself, who should I contact?

Most eye care begins with a referral from a family doctor, optometrist, or nurse practitioner. WRHN's regional eye program can help connect you with the right specialist.

Let your experience inspire others.

Whether you’re a patient, family member, donor, event participant or proud WRHN staff, sharing your story and connection to Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN) is a powerful way to show how donations impact our community in real, tangible ways.

Your gift funds the tools our eye care team needs, for the care patients deserve.

Home to the Waterloo Regional Eye Program

Care that's there when it matters

Give to eye care

Regional eye care, close to home

One Regional Program

Expert Surgical Care

A Trusted Partnership

One of Five Regional Programs

Eye Programs at WRHN

Cataract Surgery

Retinal Surgery

Regional Eye Program Coordination

Pre-Surgical Clinics

Common Questions About Eye Care at WRHN

Your gift funds the tools our eye care team needs, for the care patients deserve.

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Renal / Kidney Care

Pediatric Care

Chest & Lung Care

Mental Health & Addictions

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Waterloo Regional Health Network Foundation

Fueled by community.
Focused on care.

Home to the Waterloo Regional Eye Program

Care that's there when it matters

Give to eye care

Regional eye care, close to home

One Regional Program

Expert Surgical Care

A Trusted Partnership

One of Five Regional Programs

Eye Programs at WRHN

Cataract Surgery

Retinal Surgery

Regional Eye Program Coordination

Pre-Surgical Clinics

Common Questions About Eye Care at WRHN

Your gift funds the tools our eye care team needs, for the care patients deserve.

Cardiac Care

Renal / Kidney Care

Pediatric Care

Chest & Lung Care

Mental Health & Addictions

Stroke Care

Cancer Care

Waterloo Regional Health Network Foundation

Fueled by community.Focused on care.

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