News
University of Waterloo Platform Produces 3D-Printed Contact Lenses in 20 Minutes
Tuesday, July 14 2026 | 11 h 40 min | News, Vision Science
A new 3D-printing platform developed at the University of Waterloo could eventually enable patient-specific contact lenses to be designed, manufactured and dispensed during a single optometric visit.
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Specsavers Canada Celebrates the Wonder of How Kids See the World
Tuesday, July 14 2026 | 09 h 00 min | News
Specsavers Canada is encouraging families to make routine eye exams part of children’s healthcare, citing the importance of early detection and regular vision care before the new school year.
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Myopia Management 2.0:What’s Next?
Tuesday, July 14 2026 | 08 h 45 min | Optik Magazine, Practice Management
Explore "Myopia Management 2.0" with Dr. Sheila Morrison. Discover how retinal image engineering, choroidal response, and a whole-child approach are redefining myopia control.
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Breeze Loon Clan: Featherlight Style Meets Powerful Indigenous Storytelling
Monday, July 13 2026 | 14 h 27 min | Fashion Frames, Optik Magazine
AYA Optical’s Breeze Loon Clan combines featherlight stainless steel construction with commissioned Indigenous artwork by Ojibwe artist Donald Chrétien, creating a comfortable frame rich in colour, symbolism and contemporary style.
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Transitions® Lights Up Festival d’été de Québec with Interactive Lens Expérience
Friday, July 10 2026 | 09 h 32 min | News
Transitions will be at Festival d’été de Québec with an interactive experience inviting festival-goers to explore light, lens colours, UV activation and personalized lens solutions for everyday vision.
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Canadian Eyewear Designers Make Their Mark
Friday, July 10 2026 | 08 h 07 min | Fashion Frames, Optik Magazine
Discover how Canadian eyewear designers like Clara Faniel and Douglas Gaudet are shaping the industry with authentic craftsmanship, recycled acetates, and bold creativity.
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Contact Lens Institute Opens Nominations for 2026 Culture Awards
Thursday, July 9 2026 | 09 h 21 min | News
The Contact Lens Institute is accepting nominations through October 1, 2026, for its fourth annual Culture Awards, recognizing eye care professionals in the U.S. and Canada who support positive contact lens culture.
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Nuance Audio Glasses Launch in Canada
Thursday, July 9 2026 | 09 h 09 min | News
EssilorLuxottica has launched Nuance Audio Glasses in Canada, introducing assistive listening eyewear designed for adults with mild-to-moderate listening difficulty.
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New Report Highlights Opticians’ Role in Contact Lens Success
Thursday, July 9 2026 | 08 h 46 min | News
A new Canadian survey finds that opticians are highly engaged in supporting contact lens patients, with many seeking greater involvement and additional training opportunities.
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Optician’s Role in Myopia Management: A new CE Course by Dorina Reiz
Wednesday, July 8 2026 | 16 h 18 min | News, Vision Science
OptikConEd.com has collaborated with Dorina Reiz to offer a new 2-hour CE course for opticians on myopia care and the optician’s role as a key provider.
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