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March 10, 2020March 10, 2020

FYidoctors Continues Expansion in British Columbia

FYidoctors announced Kootenay Optometry as the latest clinic to join the company. The addition marks the company’s continued expansion into British Columbia, now operating 33 clinics across the province.

Kootenay Optometry operates two clinics in the West Kootenay region of British Columbia and has served the communities of Castlegar, Trail and surrounding areas for over 30 years. They were recently awarded the 2019 World Sight Day Challenge Silver award from global fundraising initiative Optometry Giving Sight for their commitment to accessible vision care.

Under the FYidoctors banner, the clinic will now enjoy the benefits of FYidoctors’ Internal Freeform technology, that produces high-quality lenses from their ophthalmic laboratory in Delta, B.C., in addition to a variety of support and a wide range of designer frames.

Click HERE for the full press release.

March 10, 2020March 9, 2020

CEO Massimo Renon Leaves Marcolin Group April 14

The Marcolin Board of Directors and the Chief Executive Officer and General Manager, Massimo Renon, have mutually agreed to terminate their contractual relationship with effect from April 14, 2020.

The Board of Directors thanks Massimo Renon for his efforts and support to the company over the last three years directing it towards a future of further success.

Massimo Renon will continue to exercise his powers of Chief Executive Officer and General Manager of Marcolin until the established termination date.

Source: Marcolin

March 9, 2020March 9, 2020

Essilor Canada Launches Transitions® Signature® GEN 8 in New Colours

Following the launch of Transitions® Signature® GEN 8^TM, the new technology and new frontier of performance in brown and grey, last fall, Essilor Canada introduces Transitions Signature GEN 8in the iconic Graphite Green tint and in style colors: Amethyst, Sapphire, Emerald and Amber.

The 63% of wearers who expect their glasses to provide a unique look will appreciate all the possibilities that these 5 new colours will provide to express their style and personality. Their requirement for high overall performance including faster activation and fade back, UV and harmful blue light protection, responsiveness, darkness, full indoor clarity and long-lasting quality will also be fulfilled.

Click HERE for the full press release.

March 9, 2020May 19, 2026

Vote for Your Favourite Suppliers and Win!

Optik is pleased to announce the first ever Viewers’ Choice 2020 supplier awards, including a total prize giveaway of $1,000 for eligible participants.

The Viewers’ Choice 2020 contest provides ECPs the opportunity to nominate “best-in-class” optical and ophthalmic products, services and companies in 2020! There are 16 categories where you can make your vote count, in all major segments of the eyewear and eye care business.

It’s easy to vote, simply complete the online entry form for your chance to win gift cards from Canada’s leading retailers and service providers, including Best Buy, Indigo, Canadian Tire, Cineplex, and many more!

Cast your votes now.

ECPs may vote in one or all categories and cast their ballots every two weeks. A running “leaderboard” will be posted on the Optiknow.ca website so you can track your favourites.

Prize winners will be chosen from the participants that voted for the winning entries. All prizes will be announced after the end of the contest, October 31, 2020.

For complete rules – click here.

Vote early, and vote often and may the best products and services win!

March 6, 2020March 9, 2020

Vision Expo Takes Decision to Cancel March 2020 NY Trade Show

The Vision Council and Reed Exhibitions announced that the NY Vision Expo East show due to be held on March 26-29 will be rolled into the September 23-26 Vision Expo West. The organizers indicated their goal is to find new ways for the vision community to connect leading up to Vision Expo West in Las Vegas.

The decision is based on active and close monitoring of ongoing developments related to the COVID-19 virus; recent reports from public health officials and in line with national and regional authorities and World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines, together with extensive consultation with Vision Expo’s partners at The Vision Council and in the global vision care and services community.

“This was a difficult decision for our organization, but ultimately The Vision Council’s Board of Directors believes the safety and well-being of our members, exhibitors, attendees and staff must come first,” said Ashley Mills, CEO of The Vision Council. “Furthermore, we want to be respectful to the exhibitors and attendees who would not be able to attend Vision Expo East due to travel restrictions.”

Click here to read the full Statement