News & Stories

Our latest news and sight stories: the stories of the women, children and people living in extreme poverty and isolation that have been given the power of sight because of our donors are inspiring. Every one of them is worth sharing.

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    The Recipe for Eye Care Program Success!

    Every Seva Canada eye care program is customized to meet the specific needs of each country and community. However, the recipe for success always includes some essential ingredients. Learn what they are in this article.

    Blog | May 17th, 2023
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    Traditional Nepalese Momos, mmm!

    Raju Tuladhar, a friend of Seva Canada's, invited some of our team to his home in Kathmandu where his lovely wife, Gita Gurung, treated us to her homemade momos (a traditional Nepalese dumpling). They were so tasty that we asked her for the recipe to share with you. Enjoy!

    Blog | March 24th, 2023
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    Losing His Sight But Not His Humour

    When our partners in Burundi first met grade 10 student Thierry, he seemed shy and too serious for his young age. Deep down, he was a fun-loving teen, but he had developed a reserved demeanor at times - life had not been easy for Thierry over the past few years.

    Blog | March 22nd, 2023
  • Ratana Vann Seva Cambodia Honoured with Royal Order

    Seva Cambodia Staff Honoured with Royal Order

    We have lots of ways of measuring success at Seva - and one way to tell we're meeting local needs is when our overseas teams are recognized for their achievements by their own people. We are very proud to share that several Seva Cambodia staff members have received prestigious awards conferred by the King and Prime Minister of Cambodia!

    Blog | March 22nd, 2023
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    The Recipe for Eye Care Program Success - Letter from Liz Brant, Executive Director

    It has been a joy reconnecting with the Seva community over my first few months as Seva Canada’s new Executive Director. In this newsletter you'll learn the key elements or “ingredients” needed to set up an eye care program for success, from how we choose where we work, to who we partner with, to best practices in program delivery

    Blog | March 22nd, 2023
  • Marie Amee at the CEC wearing glasses Ambilobe Madagascar

    Helping Children See their Dreams Come True

    Your generosity helps women just like Marie Amée, not only achieve their dreams but the dreams of the next generation! This International Women's Day, let's #EmbraceEquity so more women can see and succeed!

    Blog | March 2nd, 2023
  • Kali Maya and Suka - Nepalese couple after cataract surgery banner

    A Teenage Love Story

    Suka and Kali Maya, an elderly Nepalese couple, fell in love as teenagers and ran away from home to start their life as a couple together. The did everything together, they grew up together, they raised a family together, and they got cataract surgery together!

    Blog | February 2nd, 2023