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June 3, 2016April 24, 2018

Essilor Announces New Business Development Director – Transitions

MONTREAL, QC – Essilor Group in Canada has named Isabelle Tremblay-Dawson, Business Development Director – Transitions, effective immediately. In her new role, Tremblay-Dawson will support each of the entities and affiliates of the Essilor Group in Canada through development, management and execution of Transitions trade and consumer marketing programs, to accelerate growth for the Transitions^® brand. Tremblay-Dawson will report directly to Marc Tersigni, Chief Strategic Officer – Canada.

“Isabelle has an extensive knowledge of the Canadian market within our industry and a proven track record for building integrated marketing plans that deliver significant results across multiple channels,” said Tersigni. “With over 17 years of marketing and sales experience, she is an ideal choice to lead the Transitions^® brand in Canada within the Essilor team.”

Tremblay-Dawson joined Transitions Optical in 2002 as a Marketing Specialist, and has since provided guidance for the company’s growing consumer outreach initiatives and trade relations in her most recent role as Senior Marketing Manager.

Prior to joining Transitions Optical, Tremblay-Dawson held sales and marketing positions for Air Canada and Sunquest Vacations. She served as a Corporate Giving Officer for the Transitions Healthy Sight for Life Fund and is currently on the Executive Board of Directors of the Eye Disease Foundation

June 2, 2016May 19, 2026

Update: Latest Canadian Optical Market Data now Available

The Q4 consumer panel data from VisionWatch Canada has been updated. The report now reflects a breakout of key measures by gender and by age category. Per cent use of vision correction devices, repurchase cycles, and average price paid for lenses and frames, are among the “demographic comparisons” provided.

As reported by VuePoint InfoClip in April, the data shows that the key measures from the initial Q2 study are confirmed, including 65% use of any vision correction device, 26% of the adult population having an eye examination in the last 6 months and a 2.5 year eyewear repurchase cycle. The report also adds consumer measures of Refractive Surgery, indicating that the percentage of Canadians having refractive surgery in the past 6 months as being considerably higher than in the US.

A Chicago Tribute article, published May 30 in the Toronto Star indicated that the number of LASIK procedures had fallen more than 50% form 2007 to 2015. No Canadian data was reported in the Star article.

The full Vision Watch Canada report can be viewed by clicking here.

June 1, 2016May 20, 2026

Mirta Sunglasses with a Glitter Touch

The eyewear collection for Spring/Summer 2016 introduces new sunglasses and optical frames inspired by Jimmy Choo’s signature glamour and high fashion aesthetic. Embellishment and luxurious detailing is de rigueur as the new eyewear introduces jeweled ornamentation, exotic leather inlays and bands of glitter that harmonize with the brands accessories collections.

Mirta, the futuristic round‐shaped sunglasses are accented with a sparkling diagonal band of glitter that continues through to the temple on one side. An optical half‐frame version with the same treatment is also available. These sunglasses are offered in black with black tonal glitter and grey flash shaded lenses, Havana with gold glitter stripe and brown flash shaded lenses, petrol with green glitter and grey shaded/aqua lenses, red with red glitter and grey shaded lenses, glitter black with black detail and dark grey shaded lenses.

www.safilo.com

May 31, 2016May 19, 2026

Opto-Réseau Changes Granby’s Landscape

Granby, QC – Dr. Alain Côté, Dr. Jean‑Yves Roy and Dr. Lisiane Tomassini, optometrists, were delighted to inaugurate their new Opto‑Réseau clinic in Granby, QC during a special event held May 25. The new concept for the 4,000-foot² clinic offers over 1,500 frames in a minimalist decor.

The clinic’s owners are fortunate to have a well-known team of optometrists from the community: Dr. Mélanie Beaudry, Dr. Gilbert Fortier and Dr. Marie-Michelle Clair. Dr. Fortier is also a columnist for Optik Magazine.

Clients will also benefit from the expertise of a team of three seasoned opticians and four assistants.

Dr. Marie-Michelle Clair, Dr. Mélanie Beaudry and Dr. Gilbert Fortier, Optometrists

May 30, 2016May 19, 2026

Safilo and Jimmy Choo Renew Licence Agreement Through 2023

Safilo Group and Jimmy Choo, the luxury fashion brand, announce the early renewal of their agreement for the design, manufacturing and distribution of the Jimmy Choo Eyewear collection.

The agreement has now been extended to December 31, 2023.

The new agreement also includes the launch of a Jimmy Choo men’s collection, with a first capsule edition to be presented in the brand’s boutiques and in a global selection of the most prestigious optical stores, starting from January 2018.

Click HERE for the full press release.