fbpx

OAO Symposium & Infomart Educates and Inspires

2017 OAO Conference 518The Ontario Association of Optometrists (OAO) hosted over 600 optometrists and optometric staff in Toronto for its annual Symposium and InfoMart at the Toronto Sheraton Centre Hotel April 7-9. Over 60 hours of high-level education with speakers from across North America highlighted this three-day event.

The OAO InfoMart was sold-out for exhibitors, with 80 booths packing the show floor and featuring the latest in equipment, advancements in pharmaceuticals, frames, lenses, business services and more.

The show’s Cappuccino Bar, with caffeinated hot drinks made by professional baristas, returned for the second straight year, to the delight of attendees. Johnson & Johnson sponsored a Friday night reception for the delegates.

2017 OAO Conference 022Saturday featured a plethora of terrific educational speakers. The Marquee Lunch Keynote Speaker was TV host and entrepreneur Amber Mac, who talked about social media steps to grow your business, sponsored by Alcon.

Sunday opened with the OAO Annual General Meeting, followed by a Town Hall where members had the opportunity to have their voices heard regarding their profession. The OAO. Sunday’s keynote speaker was Dr. Richard Adler, who spoke about Understanding the Psychology of Dry Eye.

Mark your calendar for next year’s event in Toronto from April 13 – 15, 2018.

Featured Posts

Centre for Ocular Research & Education (CORE)

Latest CORE Publication Focuses on AI & Myopia Management

Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to rapidly transform myopia management, offering new capabilities for predicting progression,...

Learn More
Specsavers_Canada-Specsavers_Joins_PC_Optimum-_Program

Specsavers Joins PC Optimum™ Program

Specsavers Canada has joined the PC Optimum loyalty program, allowing members to earn 10 points per $1 spent on eligible purchases at Specsavers locations nationwide.

Read more
Specsavers Blue Jays logos 2026

Specsavers Canada Becomes an Official Partner of the Toronto Blue Jays™

Specsavers Canada has announced a multi-year national partnership with the Toronto Blue Jays, becoming an official partner of Canada’s baseball team and presenting sponsor of the Strike Zone Challenge.

Read more
AI and EMR integration in optometry

AI and EMR Integrated into an Optometric Practice: The Future of Eye Care

Discover the future of eye care through AI and EMR integration. Learn how AI enhances clinical documentation, supports diagnostic imaging (OCT/AMD), and streamlines practice management for better patient outcomes.

Read more
Optik Voila May-June 2026 OGI Article One AOMW 2.0

Next-Generation Sun Lenses with TR-18 Tritan™

Article One AOMW 2.0 updates the original concept with refined proportions, a unifit bridge, OBE spring hinges, and TR18 polarized lenses designed for clear, comfortable sunwear.

Read more
Centre for Ocular Research & Education (CORE)

Latest CORE Publication Focuses on AI & Myopia Management

Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to rapidly transform myopia management, offering new capabilities for predicting progression,...

Learn More
Specsavers_Canada-Specsavers_Joins_PC_Optimum-_Program

Specsavers Joins PC Optimum™ Program

Specsavers Canada has joined the PC Optimum loyalty program, allowing members to earn 10 points per $1 spent on eligible purchases at Specsavers locations nationwide.

Read More
Specsavers Blue Jays logos 2026

Specsavers Canada Becomes an Official Partner of the Toronto Blue Jays™

Specsavers Canada has announced a multi-year national partnership with the Toronto Blue Jays, becoming an official partner of Canada’s baseball team and presenting sponsor of the Strike Zone Challenge.

Read More
AI and EMR integration in optometry

AI and EMR Integrated into an Optometric Practice: The Future of Eye Care

Discover the future of eye care through AI and EMR integration. Learn how AI enhances clinical documentation, supports diagnostic imaging (OCT/AMD), and streamlines practice management for better patient outcomes.

Read More
Optik Voila May-June 2026 OGI Article One AOMW 2.0

Next-Generation Sun Lenses with TR-18 Tritan™

Article One AOMW 2.0 updates the original concept with refined proportions, a unifit bridge, OBE spring hinges, and TR18 polarized lenses designed for clear, comfortable sunwear.

Read More
Centre for Ocular Research & Education (CORE)

Latest CORE Publication Focuses on AI & Myopia Management

Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to rapidly transform myopia management, offering new capabilities for predicting progression,...

Learn More
Specsavers_Canada-Specsavers_Joins_PC_Optimum-_Program

Specsavers Joins PC Optimum™ Program

Specsavers Canada has joined the PC Optimum loyalty program, allowing members to earn 10 points per $1 spent on eligible purchases at Specsavers locations nationwide.

Read more
Specsavers Blue Jays logos 2026

Specsavers Canada Becomes an Official Partner of the Toronto Blue Jays™

Specsavers Canada has announced a multi-year national partnership with the Toronto Blue Jays, becoming an official partner of Canada’s baseball team and presenting sponsor of the Strike Zone Challenge.

Read more
AI and EMR integration in optometry

AI and EMR Integrated into an Optometric Practice: The Future of Eye Care

Discover the future of eye care through AI and EMR integration. Learn how AI enhances clinical documentation, supports diagnostic imaging (OCT/AMD), and streamlines practice management for better patient outcomes.

Read more
Optik Voila May-June 2026 OGI Article One AOMW 2.0

Next-Generation Sun Lenses with TR-18 Tritan™

Article One AOMW 2.0 updates the original concept with refined proportions, a unifit bridge, OBE spring hinges, and TR18 polarized lenses designed for clear, comfortable sunwear.

Read more
Centre for Ocular Research & Education (CORE)

Latest CORE Publication Focuses on AI & Myopia Management

Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to rapidly transform myopia management, offering new capabilities for predicting progression,...

Learn More
Specsavers_Canada-Specsavers_Joins_PC_Optimum-_Program

Specsavers Joins PC Optimum™ Program

Specsavers Canada has joined the PC Optimum loyalty program, allowing members to earn 10 points per $1 spent on eligible purchases at Specsavers locations nationwide.

Read more
Specsavers Blue Jays logos 2026

Specsavers Canada Becomes an Official Partner of the Toronto Blue Jays™

Specsavers Canada has announced a multi-year national partnership with the Toronto Blue Jays, becoming an official partner of Canada’s baseball team and presenting sponsor of the Strike Zone Challenge.

Read more
AI and EMR integration in optometry

AI and EMR Integrated into an Optometric Practice: The Future of Eye Care

Discover the future of eye care through AI and EMR integration. Learn how AI enhances clinical documentation, supports diagnostic imaging (OCT/AMD), and streamlines practice management for better patient outcomes.

Read more
Optik Voila May-June 2026 OGI Article One AOMW 2.0

Next-Generation Sun Lenses with TR-18 Tritan™

Article One AOMW 2.0 updates the original concept with refined proportions, a unifit bridge, OBE spring hinges, and TR18 polarized lenses designed for clear, comfortable sunwear.

Read more