WestGroupe Partners with the University of Waterloo School of Optometry & Vision Science to Drive Innovation in Vision Care at the WEI

Wednesday, March 19 2025 | 13 h 48 min | News

As part of its ongoing commitment to advancing eye care in Canada, WestGroupe has donated a total of $35,000 to the Waterloo Eye Institute (WEI). This includes an initial contribution of $15,000 in 2023, followed by an additional $20,000 in 2024, reinforcing WestGroupe’s dedication to supporting vision research, education, and expanded access to care.

The Waterloo Eye Institute, part of the University of Waterloo School of Optometry & Vision Science, is set to become a national centre of excellence for eye and vision care, research, and education. The Waterloo Eye Institute’s 68,000 square feet of new and renovated space will include state-of-the-art clinics emphasizing both primary eye care and specialty services like myopia management, vision therapy, and low vision rehabilitation. With enhanced facilities, future optometry professionals will train to provide the highest level of care to their patients.

“We are thrilled to support the groundbreaking work of the Waterloo Eye Institute,” said Michael Suliteanu, President of WestGroupe. “At WestGroupe, we believe innovation and accessibility are key to advancing eye care. By contributing to WEI, we are investing in a brighter future for patients across Canada.”

“We are grateful to WestGroupe for this ongoing support of the Waterloo Eye Institute,” said Dr. Stanley Woo, Director of the School of Optometry & Vision Science. “This additional gift indicates WestGroupe’s ongoing commitment to our shared vision of helping people see.”

WestGroupe’s donations play a vital role in fuelling innovation in vision care at the University of Waterloo School of Optometry & Vision Science, helping to ensure greater access to essential eye care services for Canadians. This initiative aligns with the company’s core values of innovation, excellence, and accessibility in the field of optometry.

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