Calgary, Alberta – TheNewswire - June 26, 2025 - Ocumetics Technology Corp. (“Ocumetics” or the “Company”) (TSXV: OTC) (OTCQB: OTCFF) (FRA: 2QBO), a leader in advanced ophthalmic technology, is pleased to announce the successful completion of a virtual site initiation visit at its clinical partner site in Mexico City. This critical milestone confirms that the investigative site is fully prepared to conduct the upcoming first-in-human (FIH) clinical study of its revolutionary accommodating intraocular lens (the “Ocumetics Lens”), in accordance with international standards.

Dean Burns, CEO of Ocumetics commented on the significance of the site inspection: “Conducting the clinical partner site initiation is a major step forward in bringing the Ocumetics Lens to clinical reality. The site initiation occurred remotely and will be finalized when our team visits the site. Successful completion of this critical process confirms clinical readiness to commence the study and to perform surgeries on our first patients. We couldn’t be more excited to proceed to validate the clinical environment for what will be a landmark moment in Ocumetics’ history.”

The site initiation assesses the site’s infrastructure, clinical workflows, equipment compatibility, and staff training. This thorough evaluation ensures that all elements are in place to support a safe, effective, and compliant clinical trial environment.

Following a successful site initiation, the clinical site is now preparing for final activation, enabling patient screening and selection to begin in preparation or FIH surgeries.

About Ocumetics

Ocumetics Technology Corp. (TSXV: OTC) (OTCQB: OTCFF) (FRA: 2QBO) is a Canadian research and product development company that is dedicated to developing advanced vision correction solutions that enhance the quality of life for patients.  Through innovative research and development, Ocumetics aims to transform the field of ophthalmology with state-of-the-art intraocular lenses and other vision-enhancing technologies.

Ocumetics is in the preclinical study phase of a game-changing technology for the ophthalmic industry.  Ocumetics has developed an intraocular lens that fits within the natural lens compartment of the eye, potentially to eliminate the need for corrective lenses.  It is designed to allow the eye’s natural muscle activity to shift focus from distance to near, providing clear vision at all distances without the help of glasses or contact lenses.  

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Dean Burns                                

President and Chief Executive Officer        

(817) 874-7564           

Roger Jewett               

Chief Financial Officer    

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