This combination style, the Cinzia 5128, is the eyewear equivalent of layering your look. Contrast metal frames beautifully coloured acetate that frames your beautiful eyes. A sculpted bridge adds further dimension.
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The latest edition of Ray-Ban Authentic represents Ray-Ban’s legendary style and Essilor’s expertise in sight. A whole new range of sun lens colours is available starting August 10, whether they are solid lenses (blue, indigo, purple), polarized chromance lenses (mauve gold gradient mirror, gold gradient mirror brown, silver gradient mirror brown) or mirrored lenses (silver green).
This new colour palette adds to the more than 1,400 lens and frame combinations already available, including models with Transitions® technology for photochromic lenses and blue light filtering.
This new variation of sun lens colours meets the demand of consumers for whom prescription eyeglasses have become an important part of their everyday look.
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The Eye Recommend (“Co-op”) Board of Directors has undertaken an extensive review of the Co-op’s organizational and leadership structure to accurately assess and diligently prepare for the future success of the organization.
The board is now commencing a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) search and has made the following developments to realign the cooperative’s organizational structure.
Lee Raffey, CFA, MBA, CPA (CMA), has accepted the role of Interim CEO (previously VP Finance and Administration) as the search for the next CEO commences.
This position will continue to develop and foster the management of overall resources, operations and provide the necessary support to ensure the organization remains financially successful during this time.
Lee has over 10 years of management, financial, and Executive experience with small and medium sized businesses.
He will work with the Board of Directors to advance the strategic plan and to build upon the members continued success.
Shenif Kassam has been promoted to the position of Chief Operating Officer (COO), adding the strategic oversight of member services (Coaching, Training, Events and Marketing) to his portfolio and continues to manage and expand all vendor partner relationships.
Over the last 5 years, Shenif has worked diligently with our vendor partners and internal resources to enhance strategic partnerships, member experiences and programs.
Eye Recommend will continue to offer exceptional coaching, training, marketing, and event programs, placing a high value on these services for members.
The organization is dedicated to providing timely communication, enhanced business support, and strong financial support to help members continue to offer personalized, comprehensive eye care and strategize for their future growth.
It is the intention to optimize member value with the organization through innovation and by enhancing and increasing accessibility to existing programs and services.
The Eye Recommend leadership team is working to build a solid roadmap for continued success in order to provide members with the utmost value and to continue growing independent optometry across Canada.
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This post is sponsored by Eye Recommend.
Going through the AO design archives illustrates how classic sunglasses stand the test of time. The AO-1002 is based on the vintage AO Sampson style, popularly worn by Truman Capote.
Though the styling looks as fresh as ever, we saw the opportunity to update the shape to flatter more faces and to be easily worn by any gender. To that end, we’ve reengineered the profile and size for a timeless look refreshed for modern times.
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FYidoctors today announced the addition of Bohnsack
& Steffler Optometrists to its eye care group in Atlantic Canada. The
clinic is the eighth in New Brunswick to join FYidoctors.
For over 25 years, Bohnsack & Steffler
Optometrists has been serving the residents of Fredericton and is led by
optometrists Dr. Harry Bohnsack, Dr. Paula Steffler and Dr. Andrea De Souza, collectively
bringing decades of experience in vision care.
“We’re excited to partner with a FYidoctors, and to
align ourselves with the growing group of professionals working under its
banner,” said Dr. Bohnsack. “The resources and technology now
available to us will further support the
commitment our clinic has to providing comprehensive, personalized eye care.”
Dr. De Souza and Dr. Steffler echoed the sentiment.
“We’re pleased to continue extending our services into
the Maritimes, and to welcome Bohnsack & Steffler Optometrists to the
FYidoctors family,” said Dr. Alan Ulsifer, CEO and Chairman of
FYidoctors. “As FYidoctors’ presence grows across Canada, so does the
ability to enhance the lives of patients through vision care.”
Bohnsack & Steffler Optometrists is also pleased
to support several non-profits, including annual support for the Fredericton
Sunrise Rotary Club, Optometry Giving Sight, Junior Achievement, and many other
local organizations.
Click HERE for the full press release.
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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GIGI STUDIOS is celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2026, marking a decade of growth for the Barcelona-based eyewear brand, now present in more than 50 countries.
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Learn More EssilorLuxottica has launched Nuance Audio Glasses in Canada, introducing assistive listening eyewear designed for adults with mild-to-moderate listening difficulty.
Read More A new Canadian survey finds that opticians are highly engaged in supporting contact lens patients, with many seeking greater involvement and additional training opportunities.
Read More 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.
Read More GIGI STUDIOS is celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2026, marking a decade of growth for the Barcelona-based eyewear brand, now present in more than 50 countries.
Read More
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.
Learn More EssilorLuxottica has launched Nuance Audio Glasses in Canada, introducing assistive listening eyewear designed for adults with mild-to-moderate listening difficulty.
Read more A new Canadian survey finds that opticians are highly engaged in supporting contact lens patients, with many seeking greater involvement and additional training opportunities.
Read more 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.
Read more GIGI STUDIOS is celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2026, marking a decade of growth for the Barcelona-based eyewear brand, now present in more than 50 countries.
Read more 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.
Learn More EssilorLuxottica has launched Nuance Audio Glasses in Canada, introducing assistive listening eyewear designed for adults with mild-to-moderate listening difficulty.
Read more A new Canadian survey finds that opticians are highly engaged in supporting contact lens patients, with many seeking greater involvement and additional training opportunities.
Read more 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.
Read more GIGI STUDIOS is celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2026, marking a decade of growth for the Barcelona-based eyewear brand, now present in more than 50 countries.
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