The legendary Bon Scott, frontman of AC/DC in the 70s, had a huge impact on Rock Music, and not only because of his atypical voice and his tight pants. The sunglass model Scott, created by Vinyl Factory as a tribute to the late singer, shouldn’t remain unnoticed either.
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Issue 28 of Contact Lens Update, published by the Centre for Contact Lens Research (CCLR), University of Waterloo, features a “chemical nose” for detecting ocular pathogens using gold nanostars. Debarun Dutta of the University of New South Wales reviews a simple and inexpensive technique to visually detect contamination in contact lens cases using gold nanoparticles, which can be tuned to change colour when bacteria are detected.
Dr. Dutta also shares insights from the Annual Meeting of The Association for Research in Vision and Opthalmology (ARVO) regarding antimicrobial peptides.
Included in this issue is a new patient handout on cleaning instructions for contact lens wearers.
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IRIS The Visual Group, one of the most respected eye care companies in North America, is excited to announce the acquisition of two new locations in Sherbrooke and Rock Forest, QC.
“I am particularly proud of the acquisition of Dr. Poulin’s two optometry clinics in Sherbrooke and Rock Forest. IRIS will continue its expansion in Quebec and across Canada looking for eye care professionals of the same caliber as Dr. Poulin and his team, who like us, want Canadians to Experience Better Vision” – Dr. Michael Chaiken, Vice-President, Business Development & Regulatory Affairs.
These locations, previously known under the brand Espace Vue will begin operating as IRIS as of this month. With this new acquisition, we are also pleased to welcome optometrists; Dr. Éric Poulin, (Optometrist & owner of L’Espace Vue) and Dr. Manon Lavergne to the IRIS Network.
Oakley introduces authentic prescription technology designed to emphasize colours and details to enhance optics for the road, trail, golf and baseball. For the first time in history, these lenses have been designed to specific activities and the results have been revolutionary. Launching this month, Oakley Prizm lenses will be available in high-wrap Oakley sport and active frames with OTDTM and OTD EdgeTM lens technologies.
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According to a company press release, while most consumers associate the NIKON brand with high quality camera lenses, many remain unaware of the brand as it relates to eyeglass lenses.
In order to build awareness of the NIKON Lenswear brand, the company has launched a multi-pronged direct to consumer national media campaign including outdoor digital media in Toronto and billboards in Vancouver, Calgary and Montreal.
The consumer campaign is coupled with a special offer from NIKON. Isabelle Mongeau, VP of Marketing and Business Development indicates, “By tying in a special offer, it becomes actionable for consumers and invites conversations with Eye Care Professionals.”
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More than 1,000 attendees gathered in Toronto for Eye Recommend's National Training Event East 2026, the largest event in the cooperative's history, featuring education, networking and a sold-out supplier tradeshow.
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Read more The special-edition collection reimagines classic Ray-Ban silhouettes with designs inspired by Spider-Man, Captain America, Doctor Doom and Deadpool.
Read more Starting November 1, Alberta will allow specially trained optometrists to perform select laser and minor surgical procedures, expanding access to eye care.
Read more More than 1,000 attendees gathered in Toronto for Eye Recommend's National Training Event East 2026, the largest event in the cooperative's history, featuring education, networking and a sold-out supplier tradeshow.
Learn More Discover how emotional intelligence in succession planning helps optometry practices protect staff relationships, patient trust, family dynamics, and practice culture.
Read more Riva brings Donald Chrétien’s Catfish artwork to a handcrafted premium acetate frame, pairing an oversized square silhouette with subtle cat-eye styling.
Read more The special-edition collection reimagines classic Ray-Ban silhouettes with designs inspired by Spider-Man, Captain America, Doctor Doom and Deadpool.
Read more Starting November 1, Alberta will allow specially trained optometrists to perform select laser and minor surgical procedures, expanding access to eye care.
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