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November 2, 2018

Commitment to Accessibility in New Independent Leader’s Debate Commission

The Government of Canada announced the creation of an independent Leader’s Debate commission. Democratic Institutions Minister Karina Gould said an emphasis will be on accessibility, to reach the greatest number of Canadians, including people living with disabilities.

The CNIB Foundation applauds the federal government in this decision. For many Canadians who are blind or partially sighted, the federal Leader’s Debates are an opportunity to listen to federal leaders debate high profile issues before an election. Often, election material distributed door-to-door is inaccessible and candidate websites are not usable for Canadians who rely on screen readers or screen magnifiers. Ensuring accessibility as a central component to future Leader’s Debates is imperative to offer all Canadians a chance to inform themselves ahead of voting.

CNIB appeared before the House of Commons Standing Committee on Procedural and House Affairs in December 2017 and recommended the Committee ensure full accessibility for Canadians who are blind or partially sighted at all future leader’s debates.

Technology offers new platforms for viewing political debates in an accessible way. The CNIB Foundation recommended to the Committee that future leader’s debates have described video and be hosted on a platform that supports screen readers and screen magnifiers. As federal leader’s debates are a focal point in federal elections, the CNIB Foundation is proud to have highlighted the need for accessibility to the Committee.

Source : CNIB

November 1, 2018May 20, 2026

Superbly Modern Frames with a Uniquely Vintage Design

The Marius Morel 1880 collection features modern versions of Morel’s historic and iconic styles. The collection’s designer has used the shapes, colours, and style of Morel’s very first frames to create a distinctly modern conception of “retro chic.” High-quality materials have been combined with new technologies to provide the Marius Morel 1880 collection with authenticity, sophistication, and a one-of-a-kind design.

The frames of the Marius Morel 1880 collection are directly inspired by the Tydée, a thin metal frame first introduced by Morel in the 1960s.

Morel has revived the unmistakable thin temples and 1960s style design of its Tydée frames with two new models: the half-moon frame and the Nylor frame.

These half-moon frames have been redone in two new shapes, one for women and one for men. Their arched bridge connectors and gold, copper, and silver-colored finishes make for a fabulously chic product that reinvents traditional half-moon frames with the most modern of styles.

A Nylor construction brings out the full finesse and elegance of these frames. And a metal and plastic brow bar provides for either a touch of natural colour or hints of black jasper, blue, brown, or red.

These Nylor frames come in four retro shapes: one circle, one oval, and two pantos designed with a trendy double bridge.

Photo: nylor shape 60037M

Distributed by Lanctôt: www.rlanctot.com

October 31, 2018May 19, 2026

Be Smart and Connected: Smart Boost

The perfect NL Viewfit upgrade for smartphone users

Optical zoom effect makes the screen easier on the eyes

More comfortable, natural vision

Protection & comfort all-in-one when combined with SeeCoat Blue Premium coating

www.nikonlenswear.ca/products/smart-boost/

October 31, 2018

Professor Kovin Naidoo Joins Essilor

Essilor announces Professor Kovin Naidoo has been appointed Senior Vice President of Inclusive Business, Philanthropy and Social Impact. In this newly created position, Professor Naidoo will lead the Group’s efforts to reach the 2.5billion people living with uncorrected poor vision through inclusive business and philanthropy.

Most recently serving as Associate Professor of Optometry at the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN), former CEO of the Brien Holden Vision Institute and former Africa Chair of the International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness, Professor Naidoo is internationally celebrated as a public health leader. This year Kovin has been recognised by American Academy of Optometry with the Carel C. Koch Memorial Medal Award for his outstanding contributions to the enhancement and development of relationships between optometry and other professions.

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October 31, 2018October 26, 2018

Connie Lai Sin Ching Appointed as Commercial Head APAC and Greater China

Safilo appoints Connie Lai Sin Ching as Senior Commercial Head of APAC & Greater China, effective November 5th, 2018.

In her role, Connie will report to Safilo Group’s CEO Angelo Trocchia. Connie Lai Sin Ching will be based in Hong Kong and will be supported by Miguel Negrão, Commercial Head of Greater China, and David Pearson, Senior Director APAC.

Throughout her career Connie has held a number of regional positions with increasing responsibility. For the last five years she served as Managing Director Asia Pacific for Marchon Eyewear, focusing on strengthening business development capability in the Region. Previously she served as Group General Manager Greater China for Reebok and Puma (Swire Resources Limited), Regional Commercial Director of ECCO Asia Pacific, and Vice President, Asia Pacific of Timex Group.

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