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September 26, 2016October 11, 2019

Q2 June VisionWatch Canada Optical Data is Released

VuePoint has released the VisionWatch quarterly consumer data on the Canadian optical market. The dataset represents the third semi-annual data point since the inception of the Canadian consumer panel in June 2015.

You can view the report by clicking the icon below:

Key Highlights:

12-month consumer sales of corrective lenses shows a significant decline versus prior reported period.
Overall Canadian consumer usage of vision corrective devices and frequency of eye examinations remains steady and similar to levels in the US.
Eye examinations performed at Retail Optical Chains show a slight increase from the prior period. (N.B. VisionWatch data does not comment on the statistical significance of specific question data.)
Channel sales of corrective eyewear frames show a very slight increase in independents and Mass Merchants/Department stores.
Plano sunglass usage in Canada show considerable underdevelopment versus US, Rx Sun is slightly underdeveloped versus USA.
Physical location sales of Contact Lenses are reported higher than US levels and show an increase from the previous period.

Click here to see the Quantitative Report Online

Notice:
The Q2 reported data is subject to revision by VisionWatch. VuePoint will provided updated results if they are revised by VisionWatch.

September 26, 2016April 24, 2018

2016 Silmo d’or Winners

The jury attributed the prizes. Elegant yet festive, the evening party to unveil the winners of the 2016 SILMO d’Or Awards was held at the “Maison de la Mutualité” in Paris on September 23, 2016.

Here are the 2016 winners:

“Children” Category
KNCO – “Bili” by Karavan Kids

“Sport Equipement” Category
DEMETZ – “Lazer-Run”

“Low Vision” Category
special prize: VISIOLE – “Go Vision”
ex aequo: ESSILOR – “My Eye”
ex aequo: CECIAA – “NuEyes”

“Frame Technological Innovation” Category
OXIBIS GROUP – “77H” by Exalto

“PREMIERE CLASSE” Prize
PRIDE EYEWEAR – “305 BL”

“Material/Equipment” Category
NETLOOKS – “Netlooks 3D”

“Vision” Category
ESSILOR – “Eye Protect System”

“Sunglass” Category
PARASITE DESIGN – “Anti Retro X”

“Optical Frame” Category
BLAKE KUWAHARA – “Khan”

Click HERE to view full press release and images.

September 23, 2016April 24, 2018

Hilco Vision Joins Forces with Optiplus and Proteye

Hilco Vision confirms the ongoing execution of its European growth strategy through two acquisitions in the Netherlands.

Optiplus is the market leader for accessories, professional tools and lens-care serving major chains and the independent market. Proteye is the market leader for frame design and in-house lens edging catering to the RX needs of the industrial safety and swim markets.

Ross Brownlee, Chief Executive Officer of Hilco Vision commented: “This is an important strategic step for Hilco Vision to continue bringing comprehensive solutions to our customers on a global basis. The establishment of Hilco Benelux follows on from the acquisition made last year of Breitfeld and Schliekert in Germany – the combination of our companies brings not only scale but also greater opportunities to share innovation that can both delight and reduce complexity for our customers.”

Kees Rozema, the current Managing Director for Optiplus, will assume the role of Managing Director for Hilco Benelux overseeing the activities also of Proteye where the founders are retiring. Rozema added: “Optiplus is delighted to become part of Hilco Vision group – we have so much in common and are convinced our combined products and capabilities will bring meaningful value to our existing and future customers.”

September 23, 2016April 24, 2018

Ronald J. Kruzeniski Appointed as Chair of CNIB’s National Board of Directors

Ronald (Ron) J. Kruzeniski was appointed as Chair of CNIB’s National Board of Directors for a two-year term at the Annual General Meeting held on Saturday, September 10 in Toronto.

Ron has served on CNIB’s National Board since 2013. He is a lawyer, admitted to the Bar in 1973 and worked in private practice for 16 years. From 1983 to 1989, Ron served as the Chair of the Human Rights Commission, and also worked as the Assistant Deputy Minister of Labour and was appointed Public Guardian and Trustee.

In addition to his work with CNIB, Ron has been involved in senior volunteer roles over the years with different organizations, including The Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan, CBA National Elder Law Section, Public Legal Education Association; the Legal Aid Commission of Saskatchewan; the Law Society of Saskatchewan; Regina Separate School Board; Campion College Board of Regents; Regina Public Library Board; and Saskatchewan School Trustees Association.

Ron’s leadership of CNIB’s National Board will be vital as the organization prepares for its next century of service to Canadians who are blind or partially sighted.

“In 2018, CNIB will celebrate 100 years of service and the many things the organization has accomplished in that time,” Kruzeniski said. “I hope many will come and celebrate with us.”

Click HERE to read full press release.

September 22, 2016April 24, 2018

Spanish Influence Inspires Latest Women’s Titan Collection

Silhouette Titan Accent Flora Edition created for women, is inspired by Spanish flare for abstract prints and exotic floral gardens. Created for women wanting to personalize and create their own unique eyewear; eyewear as striking as a piece of jewellery or worn as discretely as their unique personality. Women can pick from six models, warm and cool colours, distinctive lens shapes, as it is always a personal choice.

Distributed in Canada by COS. www.silhouette.com