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Optometry Practice Strategy Series Builds Momentum for Fall Program
Thursday, July 2 2026 | 11 h 10 min | News
Following the first event in the Optometry Practice Strategy Series, the program now turns to its fall lineup of COPE-accredited webinars for Canadian optometrists, with more than 100 registrants already confirmed for each upcoming session.
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Think Sunscreen Is Enough? Your Eyes Can Get Sunburned Too, Canadian Ophthalmologists Warn
Thursday, July 2 2026 | 15 h 21 min | News
The Canadian Ophthalmological Society is encouraging Canadians to protect their eyes from harmful UV exposure this summer, warning that cumulative UV damage can increase the risk of cataracts, photokeratitis and other serious eye conditions.
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Applications Open for 2027 Sergio Cereda Eyewear Design Award
Thursday, July 2 2026 | 11 h 55 min | News
Applications are now open for the 2027 Sergio Cereda Eyewear Design Award, inviting emerging designers to submit a three-frame optical or sunglass collection under the theme “The DNA of Design: Eyewear Reimagined.”
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Safilo Completes Acquisition of SPY+ and Serengeti
Thursday, July 2 2026 | 11 h 40 min | News
Safilo Group has completed the acquisition of SPY+ and Serengeti from Bollé Brands, adding two complementary brands to its portfolio and strengthening its position in sport, outdoor and premium performance eyewear.
Read More Optometry Practice Strategy Series Builds Momentum for Fall Program
Thursday, July 2 2026 | 11 h 10 min | News
Following the first event in the Optometry Practice Strategy Series, the program now turns to its fall lineup of COPE-accredited webinars for Canadian optometrists, with more than 100 registrants already confirmed for each upcoming session.
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Bausch + Lomb Survey Links Dry Eye Symptom Management with Quality-of-Life Improvements
Thursday, July 2 2026 | 10 h 36 min | News
Bausch + Lomb’s third annual State of Dry Eye survey suggests that dry eye symptoms may affect emotional wellbeing, stress, productivity and self-confidence, while also highlighting awareness gaps around related health conditions.
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Prevent Blindness Declares July as Dry Eye Month
Monday, June 29 2026 | 10 h 56 min | News
Prevent Blindness has declared July as Dry Eye Month and is offering no-cost educational resources to help the public and allied healthcare professionals better understand dry eye symptoms, risk factors and management.
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Explore the Latest ZEISS Lens Innovations
Friday, June 26 2026 | 10 h 13 min | News
ZEISS will host ZEISS Innovation 2026, a one-hour online event introducing new lens solutions designed to help ECPs strengthen their premium portfolio and grow prescription wear sales.
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The Vision Council Releases New Research on Sunglasses Non-Wearers
Thursday, June 25 2026 | 17 h 09 min | News
A new report from The Vision Council examines why 37% of U.S. adults do not wear sunglasses, pointing to comfort, fit, style and habit-related barriers as key factors.
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Switching Gears
Thursday, June 25 2026 | 08 h 34 min | Optik Magazine, Practice Management
From Change Islands to practice ownership and independent sales, follow Michelle Skinner’s journey through the Atlantic Canada optical industry. A story of honesty, grit, and resilience.
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EssilorLuxottica and Meta Launch New Meta Glasses Collection
Wednesday, June 24 2026 | 15 h 34 min | News
EssilorLuxottica and Meta have introduced Meta Glasses, a new AI-enabled eyewear collection aimed at expanding access to smart glasses with Rx-able styles and multiple lens options.
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