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HOYA Vision Care and Centennial Optical Announce Significant Multi-Year Investment in Canadian Opticianry and Optometry Education

Through their shared commitment to investing in education and growth opportunities within the optical industry, HOYA Vision Care, Canada, and Centennial Optical are underway with substantial multi-year investments to support opticianry and optometry colleges and schools across Canada. This commitment underscores HOYA’s and Centennial’s ongoing dedication to advancing eye care education and fostering the next generation of vision care professionals.

HOYA Canada remains committed to supporting the professional development and education of practicing eye care professionals through conference sponsorships and Continuing Education events across the country. The company invested nearly $400,000 in these important events and learning opportunities nationwide in 2024 alone, and HOYA is on track to invest more than $330,000 in 2025. Likewise, Centennial Optical has invested nearly $450,000 through grants and various educational programs since 2024.

This combined funding will provide critical resources to these institutions of higher learning, supporting various initiatives aimed at enhancing educational programs, acquiring new technologies, and providing students with enhanced learning opportunities.

“HOYA is honoured to contribute to the education of the next generation of Canadian opticians and optometrists through our support of these distinguished schools,” said Steven Haifawi, President of HOYA Vision Care, Canada. “These investments underscore our deep focus on the progress of the optical industry in Canada. By bolstering these programs, we are ensuring that eye care professionals are equipped with the expertise, understanding, and tools necessary to deliver exceptional service to their communities.”

HOYA Canada and Centennial recognize the vital role these educational institutions play in shaping a robust and innovative landscape of eye care for future generations of students and professionals.

Source: Hoya

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