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Myopia Fund
Funding for myopia research initiatives
Latest source updateLast Update: July 7, 2026Latest change: The Myopia Fund rules now show a 2026 two-step deadline window, a $50,000 award, and one renewal possibility.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: July 7, 2026
Latest change: The Myopia Fund rules now show a 2026 two-step deadline window, a $50,000 award, and one renewal possibility.
Myopia Fund 2026 dates and award updated
The Myopia Fund 2026 competition rules/application form now show a two-step deadline window: letter of intent due June 15, 2026 for Sections 1 and 2, and full application due July 15, 2026 for all sections. The earlier single deadline of July 15, 2025 is no longer the only date shown. Funding terms were also updated to a single $50,000 award, and the grant now states that one renewal is possible with progress described in Section 9. The updated application form and documentation links point to the 2026-2027 materials and new submission instructions, including a single PDF full application with the required CVs.
Funding available
$ 50,000
Deadline
July 15, 2026
Location
Montréal, Quebec, Canada
Who can apply
Researchers with a research position at a recognized university in Quebec.
See full eligibility
Overview
The Myopia Fund 2026 Competition supports myopia research initiatives at recognized universities in Quebec, with funding of up to $50,000 for one year. It is intended for fundamental, applied, social, and preventive research that helps understand, prevent, and treat myopia.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Montréal
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Higher Education
- Research
- Hospitals and Rehabilitation
Target groups
- Children & youth
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Research initiatives that help to understand, prevent and treat myopia.
- Fundamental, applied, social and preventive research.
- High-risk, high-reward research initiatives in myopia.
Documents Needed
- Only sections 1 and 2 of the Myopia Fund Program Application Form for the letter of intent
- All sections of the Myopia Fund Program Application Form for the full application
- Common Canadian CV for Quebec researchers, or the equivalent for researchers outside Quebec
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Researchers with a research position at a recognized university in Quebec.
- Co-investigators from outside Quebec who work in a university environment.
How to apply
- For the letter of intent, complete only sections 1 and 2 of the Myopia Fund Program Application Form.
- For the full application, submit a single PDF document.
- Include all sections of the duly completed Myopia Fund Program Application Form.
- Include a Common Canadian CV for Quebec researchers, or the equivalent for researchers outside Quebec.
- Send the complete request by email to Steeve Lachance, Executive Director, Fondation des maladies de l’œil.
Processing and Agreement
- Funding applications will be evaluated by a committee of researchers according to the criteria set out at the top of each section of the form.
- A one-page scientific report must be submitted at the end of the grant.
- A financial report must be submitted at the end of the fiscal year (March 31) following the grant, until the end of the period during which the funds are to be used.
- Principal investigators and co-investigators must acknowledge the support of the Fondation des maladies de l’œil and the Vision Sciences Research Network, when applicable, in any publication or presentation resulting from the funded research project.
Additional information
- The application must be submitted as a single PDF document.
- Incomplete or non-compliant applications will be rejected.
- Applicants may request one renewal only, with a progress report and appropriate justification.
- A one-page scientific report and a financial report are required at the end of the grant period.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Myopia Fund Program
What is the Myopia Fund?
The Myopia Fund 2026 Competition supports myopia research initiatives at recognized universities in Quebec, with funding of up to $50,000 for one year. It is intended for fundamental, applied, social, and preventive research that helps understand, prevent, and treat myopia.
How much funding can be received?
Myopia Fund Funds up to $50,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Myopia Fund program?
To be eligible for the Myopia Fund program, you must:
Project must focus on myopia.
Principal investigator must hold a research position at a recognized university in Quebec.
Principal investigator must meet the FRQS definition of an autonomous researcher.
What expenses are eligible under Myopia Fund?
Research initiatives that help to understand, prevent and treat myopia.
Fundamental, applied, social and preventive research.
High-risk, high-reward research initiatives in myopia.
Who can I contact for more information about the Myopia Fund?
You can contact Vision Network (VSRN) by email at slachance@fondationoeil.com or by phone at none.
Where is the Myopia Fund available?
The Myopia Fund program is available Montréal, Quebec.
Who are the financial supporters of the Myopia Fund?
Myopia Fund is funded by Vision Network (VSRN)