44% accept international graduates and 33% describe a visa route; typical length 2 years. 7 institutions, mostly in Montreal, Calgary and Saskatoon. Each listing links to the official page; confirm dates there.
Frequently asked questions
How many oculoplastics fellowships are there in Canada?
9 listings at 7 institutions.
Can international medical graduates apply?
4 of 9 say they accept international applicants and 3 describe a visa route (J-1, H-1B or work permit). Rules differ by programme and guarantee nothing.
When are the next application deadlines?
No upcoming deadline is recorded. Check each official source for the next intake.
Compare programme details
Fees are costs paid by applicants; salary, stipend and funding are separate. Evidence labels distinguish programme facts, institutional policy, historical information and unresolved conflicts. Source checks belong to each field.
| Programme | Duration | Eligibility | Apply and deadline | Participant costs | Pay and funding |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oculofacial Plastic Surgery FellowshipOrbit Eye Centre / University of Calgary Cumming School of Medicine | Duration AUPO FCC training framework: 24 months, including reasonable time away from duties. The individual host appointment length should be confirmed with the programme. Institution policy · Source check: 2026-10-23Evidence scopeAUPO FCC subspecialty requirements linked to the named compliant clinical programme. A policy minimum is not an independently verified local contract or open position. | Eligibility Read full valueThe AUPO OPS standard requires enrolment in or completion of ACGME/RCPSC-accredited ophthalmology residency, together with the specified ABO examination/certification or RCPSC certification status. Any eligibility exception requires AUPO FCC approval. Evidence scopeAUPO FCC subspecialty requirements linked to the named compliant clinical programme. A policy minimum is not an independently verified local contract or open position. International applicants Not stated on the official page Recorded; not reverified | Application method AUPO OPS policy requires applicants and programmes to use the ASOPRS-sponsored OPS SFMatch. Confirm programme participation, cycle dates and local application requirements. Institution policy · Source check: 2026-10-23Evidence scopeAUPO FCC subspecialty requirements linked to the named compliant clinical programme. A policy minimum is not an independently verified local contract or open position. Documents Not recorded UnverifiedDeadline Not stated on the official page Recorded; not reverified | Tuition / fees Not recorded UnverifiedApplication fee Not recorded Unverified | Stipend / salary Not recorded UnverifiedFunding Not stated on the official page Recorded; not reverifiedScholarship Not recorded Unverified |
| Oculofacial Plastic Surgery FellowshipUniversity of Saskatchewan Department of Ophthalmology | Duration One or two years Recorded; not reverified | Eligibility Completed or completing Royal College of Canada (or equivalent) accredited ophthalmology residency; eligible for Educational or Independent licence from CPSS Confirmed programme fact · Source check: 2026-10-15Evidence scopeOfficial page; see note International applicants Not stated on the official page Recorded; not reverified | Application method Send CV, letter of intent, 3 reference letters (one from residency director) and surgical logs to fellowship@skeyesurgeons.com Confirmed programme fact · Source check: 2026-10-15Evidence scopeOfficial page; see note Documents CV (named in recorded application instructions; confirm full checklist) Confirmed programme fact · Source check: 2026-10-15Evidence scopeOfficial page; see note Deadline Not stated on the official page Recorded; not reverified | Tuition / fees Not recorded UnverifiedApplication fee Not recorded Unverified | Stipend / salary Fellows can expect compensation equivalent to salary of their training year, per USask program policy Confirmed programme fact · Source check: 2026-10-15Evidence scopeOfficial page; see note Funding Fellows can expect compensation equivalent to salary of their training year, per USask program policy Confirmed programme fact · Source check: 2026-10-15Evidence scopeOfficial page; see note Scholarship Not recorded Unverified |
| Oculoplastic and Orbital Surgery FellowshipUniversity of Toronto | Duration 2 years (commencing in odd years) Recorded; not reverified | Eligibility Read full valueInstitution policy: must be eligible for a CPSO postgraduate education certificate, including recognition as a medical specialist/family physician in the jurisdiction where the applicant practised before the fellowship International applicants Read full valueInstitution policy: Yes - international applicants who meet CPSO clinical-fellow licensure requirements contact the Fellowship Program Director; applicants from countries with training agreements apply via their sponsoring agency to the PGME Office | Application method SF Match; personal interview required Recorded; not reverifiedDocuments Not recorded UnverifiedDeadline Not stated on official page Recorded; not reverified | Tuition / fees Not recorded UnverifiedApplication fee Not recorded Unverified | Stipend / salary Not recorded UnverifiedFunding $85,564.01 CAD per year Recorded; not reverifiedScholarship Not recorded Unverified |
| Oculoplastic and Orbital Surgery Fellowship (DES en oculoplastie)Université de Montréal Department of Ophthalmology (CHUM / CUO-Hôpital Maisonneuve-Rosemont / CHU Sainte-Justine) | Duration 2 years Recorded; not reverified | Eligibility Ophthalmologists who have completed residency; functional French required (French exam on admission) Recorded; not reverifiedInternational applicants Not stated on official page (external bursary from recognised body required) Recorded; not reverified | Application method Email application (diplomas, CV, two recommendation letters, motivation letter) to the programme contact listed on the page Recorded; not reverifiedDocuments CV (named in recorded application instructions; confirm full checklist) Recorded; not reverifiedDeadline 1 May of the preceding year Recorded; not reverified | Tuition / fees Not recorded UnverifiedApplication fee Not recorded Unverified | Stipend / salary Not recorded UnverifiedFunding Only bursaries from a university, government body, recognised granting agency or MSSS-eligible foundation are accepted Recorded; not reverifiedScholarship Not recorded Unverified |
| Oculoplastic Surgery FellowshipMcGill University | Duration 1 year Recorded; not reverified | Eligibility Completed residency and Royal College or Board certification; recognised specialist; graduate of FAIMER-listed school Recorded; not reverifiedInternational applicants International specialists accepted with non-profit scholarship funding Recorded; not reverified | Application method McGill online application (PGME); see Application Timelines Recorded; not reverifiedDocuments Not recorded UnverifiedDeadline Institution policy: 1 September 2026 for the 2027-2028 academic year (McGill PGME online application opens 15 May 2026) Recorded; not reverified | Tuition / fees Not recorded UnverifiedApplication fee Not recorded Unverified | Stipend / salary Not recorded UnverifiedFunding Candidates must secure funding (non-profit, min. R-1 equivalent) Recorded; not reverifiedScholarship Not recorded Unverified |
| Oculoplastics and Orbit FellowshipUniversity of British Columbia Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences | Duration 1 year (two 6-month rotations) Recorded; not reverified | Eligibility Read full valueLicensed medical practitioner; Canadian residency graduates must complete PGY1-5; US graduates ABO certified/eligible; other foreign graduates must show completion of an approved programme; CPSBC English proficiency International applicants Yes - graduates of foreign ophthalmology programmes eligible with proof of completion; accepted candidates need a visa/work permit and medical exam (start at least 6 months ahead) Recorded; not reverified | Application method Application with reference letters and confirmation of external funding Recorded; not reverifiedDocuments Not recorded UnverifiedDeadline 30 April (for July start) / 30 September (for January start) of the preceding year Recorded; not reverified | Tuition / fees Not recorded UnverifiedApplication fee Not recorded Unverified | Stipend / salary Not recorded UnverifiedFunding Must be funded by an external institution at Canadian-equivalent level; self-funding not permitted Recorded; not reverifiedScholarship Not recorded Unverified |
| Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery FellowshipMcGill University | Duration 2 years Recorded; not reverified | Eligibility Completed residency and Royal College or Board certification; recognised specialist; graduate of FAIMER-listed school Recorded; not reverifiedInternational applicants International specialists accepted with non-profit scholarship funding Recorded; not reverified | Application method McGill online application (PGME); see Application Timelines Recorded; not reverifiedDocuments Not recorded UnverifiedDeadline Institution policy: 1 September 2026 for the 2027-2028 academic year (McGill PGME online application opens 15 May 2026) Recorded; not reverified | Tuition / fees Not recorded UnverifiedApplication fee Not recorded Unverified | Stipend / salary Not recorded UnverifiedFunding Candidates must secure funding (non-profit, min. R-1 equivalent) Recorded; not reverifiedScholarship Not recorded Unverified |
| Ophthalmic Plastic Reconstruction & Orbital FellowshipMcMaster University, Division of Ophthalmology | Duration Not stated on sister directory profile Unverified | Eligibility Not stated on sister directory profile UnverifiedInternational applicants Not stated on sister directory profile Unverified | Application method Not recorded UnverifiedDocuments Not recorded UnverifiedDeadline Not recorded Unverified | Tuition / fees Not recorded UnverifiedApplication fee Not recorded Unverified | Stipend / salary Not recorded UnverifiedFunding Not stated on sister directory profile UnverifiedScholarship Not recorded Unverified |
| Orbit Eye CentreUniversity of Calgary | Duration 1 years Unverified | Eligibility Not stated on sister directory profile UnverifiedInternational applicants Not stated on sister directory profile Unverified | Application method Not recorded UnverifiedDocuments Not recorded UnverifiedDeadline Not recorded Unverified | Tuition / fees Not recorded UnverifiedApplication fee Not recorded Unverified | Stipend / salary Not recorded UnverifiedFunding Not stated on sister directory profile UnverifiedScholarship Not recorded Unverified |
Montreal 3
CANOculoplastic and Orbital Surgery Fellowship (DES en oculoplastie)Université de Montréal Department of Ophthalmology (CHUM / CUO-Hôpital Maisonneuve-Rosemont / CHU Sainte-Justine) · Montreal, CanadaCANOculoplastic Surgery FellowshipMcGill University · Montreal, CanadaCANOphthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery FellowshipMcGill University · Montreal, CanadaCalgary 2
CANOculofacial Plastic Surgery FellowshipOrbit Eye Centre / University of Calgary Cumming School of Medicine · Calgary, CanadaCANOrbit Eye CentreUniversity of Calgary · Calgary, Alberta, CanadaHamilton 1
CANOphthalmic Plastic Reconstruction & Orbital FellowshipMcMaster University, Division of Ophthalmology · Hamilton, CanadaSaskatoon 1
CANOculofacial Plastic Surgery FellowshipUniversity of Saskatchewan Department of Ophthalmology · Saskatoon, CanadaToronto 1
CANOculoplastic and Orbital Surgery FellowshipUniversity of Toronto · Toronto, CanadaVancouver 1
CANOculoplastics and Orbit FellowshipUniversity of British Columbia Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences · Vancouver, Canada