These special edition glasses have been designed to commemorate Canada’s 150th in a way that promotes reconciliation and healing. Canada’s 150th Special Edition is screened in gold on the inner temples of all glasses. Berry is a handmade optical quality sunglass with a glamorous up-sweep silhouette to flatter most faces. Ojibwe artist Donald Chretien’s artwork is beautifully captured on handmade acetate temples polished for a luxurious finish.
People with obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS), a disorder characterized by repetitive episodes of paused and shallow breathing during sleep, are approximately ten times more likely to develop glaucoma. This is a well-known and well-documented relationship, but the underlying cause of this correlation has remained a mystery.
Is there an increase in intraocular pressure (IOP) during these episodes of paused breathing, or is it something else altogether? Because increased IOP is most often associated with glaucoma, it is the first thing that researchers investigate when they see correlations with other disorders, such as OSAS.
Researchers recently developed an innovative contact lens to track intraocular pressure. The contact lens sensor (CLS) allows for round-the-clock monitoring of IOP without needing to wake you up or interrupt your daily/nightly routine.
By using this new contact lens technology, researchers are hoping to gain new insight into obstructive sleep apnea by continuously monitoring the eye pressure even during sleep cycles.
Researchers hope to demonstrate that during apnea events there is spike in IOP, as pressure in the chest rises when people stop exhaling. The results, however, are quite the opposite of what they anticipated: apnea episodes are associated with a drop in IOP.
OSAS is still associated with glaucoma, but researchers have now realized that it isn’t due to an IOP increase or changes in chest pressure. Instead, it might be due to a drop in oxygen levels in the blood, which happens when you stop breathing.
With novel discoveries and new technology to implement in studies of this disease, researchers may be able to uncover the underlying triggers of all varieties of glaucoma.
View the complete News Release from the Glaucoma Research Foundation
Think About Your Eyes has announced the addition of two new partners, VFO Group (Optelec) and Compliancy Group, who have joined the 21 current partners from across the vision industry in supporting the campaign to promote annual eye exams and grow the industry overall.
The addition of the new partners coincides with the hiring of a full-time Director of Development for Think About Your Eyes, Ron Sallerson, who joined the team in August.
“The addition of new partners allows Think About Your Eyes to continue to grow eye exams and the industry overall,” said Jon Torrey, Executive Director, Think About Your Eyes. “We’re looking forward to putting Ron’s expertise to use and continuing the campaign’s expansion, and increased consumer influence, in support of the industry.”
VFO Group provides assistive technology for the visually impaired, specifically blind and low vision patients, and is comprised of several brands, including Optelec. VFO’s Canadian distributor, Optelec Canada, is located in Longueuil, Quebec.
Port Chester, NY: Zyloware employees raise over $1,300 in donations towards the Houston Flood Relief Fund to benefit the victims of Hurricane Harvey.
Hurricane Harvey has taken a catastrophic toll on Houston, Texas and the surrounding areas, leaving many stranded and in need of assistance. In efforts to send aid, Zyloware partnered with the Houston Flood Relief Fund for the Victims of Hurricane Harvey which was organized by Houston Texans NFL player JJ Watt. The fund’s original goal of $200,000 was reached within hours, and the current amount raised to date climbing towards $33 million!
To help the victims of Hurricane Harvey, Zyloware created a platform for employees to donate toward disaster relief efforts. The company promised to match employee donations and within the period of one week, Zyloware employees had raised $657 toward the cause. Zyloware matched the donation for a total amount raised of $1,314 for the Houston Flood Relief Fund.
For more information on the Justin J. Watt Foundation, please visit: https://www.youcaring.com/victimsofhurricaneharvey-915053
VuePoint IDS, publisher of Optik Magazine and InfoClip.ca, is pleased to announce they are a successful recipient of an Ontario Media Development Corporation’s (OMDC) 2017 Magazine Fund grant.
“The OMDC grant will accelerate our growth and facilitate the provision of even more value-added services to the benefit of our viewers, readers, sponsors and advertisers in 2018. We are proud of this achievement and look forward to project implementation starting immediately.” said, David Pietrobon, VuePoint president.
OMDC, an agency of the Government of Ontario, supports the province’s creative economy by providing innovative programs, services and funding for magazine and book publishing, interactive digital media, and film, television, and music industries.
The OMDC Magazine Fund supports the business development of independent Canadian-owned Ontario-based magazine publishers. Funds are provided to assist in the growth of these businesses through the creation and implementation of new strategic initiatives that enable publishers to achieve business development and/or marketing objectives.
Click here for more information on the Ontario Media Development magazine fund.
About VuePoint IDS:
VuePoint IDS is a private 100% Canadian-owned media and marketing services company focused on serving the information needs of the eyewear and eye care industry’s professional service providers including optometrists, opticians and ophthalmologists and affiliated personnel. VuePoint publishes print and digital titles for eye care professionals under the Optik, InfoClip, Canadian Eye Care Business Review and EyeCareUpdate.com brands, and Tmag Optical Trends for eyewear consumers. In addition to its publications, VuePoint IDS offers and array of marketing and business development services to the industry, including targeted and customized communications, marketing research and accredited continuing education program development and delivery. VuePoint has offices in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) and Montréal.
The Canadian Association of Optometrists has appointed Joelle Walker as its new CEO, effective January 2026, succeeding François Couillard after more than 40 years of leadership.
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Read More Silhouette unveils SPX Illusion 2025, featuring two new lightweight shapes— including a striking geometric design—offered in five trend-forward colors like Canary Green Havana and Smokey Blossom. A refined, featherlight way to express personal style with elegance.
Read More EssilorLuxottica will acquire Signifeye, adding 15 Belgian clinics to its growing ophthalmology network and strengthening its integrated medical eye-care strategy.
Read More CORE has published issue 87 of Contact Lens Update, summarizing key findings from the TFOS DEWS III dry eye reports. Expert-authored content and downloadable PDFs provide clinicians with practical guidance on diagnosis, management, and evolving best practices.
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The Canadian Association of Optometrists has appointed Joelle Walker as its new CEO, effective January 2026, succeeding François Couillard after more than 40 years of leadership.
Learn More The World Council of Optometry and Alcon have released a new video featuring eye care professionals from around the world sharing how they use the Dry Eye Wheel to support dry eye diagnosis, education, and management.
Read more Silhouette unveils SPX Illusion 2025, featuring two new lightweight shapes— including a striking geometric design—offered in five trend-forward colors like Canary Green Havana and Smokey Blossom. A refined, featherlight way to express personal style with elegance.
Read more EssilorLuxottica will acquire Signifeye, adding 15 Belgian clinics to its growing ophthalmology network and strengthening its integrated medical eye-care strategy.
Read more CORE has published issue 87 of Contact Lens Update, summarizing key findings from the TFOS DEWS III dry eye reports. Expert-authored content and downloadable PDFs provide clinicians with practical guidance on diagnosis, management, and evolving best practices.
Read more The Canadian Association of Optometrists has appointed Joelle Walker as its new CEO, effective January 2026, succeeding François Couillard after more than 40 years of leadership.
Learn More The World Council of Optometry and Alcon have released a new video featuring eye care professionals from around the world sharing how they use the Dry Eye Wheel to support dry eye diagnosis, education, and management.
Read more Silhouette unveils SPX Illusion 2025, featuring two new lightweight shapes— including a striking geometric design—offered in five trend-forward colors like Canary Green Havana and Smokey Blossom. A refined, featherlight way to express personal style with elegance.
Read more EssilorLuxottica will acquire Signifeye, adding 15 Belgian clinics to its growing ophthalmology network and strengthening its integrated medical eye-care strategy.
Read more CORE has published issue 87 of Contact Lens Update, summarizing key findings from the TFOS DEWS III dry eye reports. Expert-authored content and downloadable PDFs provide clinicians with practical guidance on diagnosis, management, and evolving best practices.
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