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March 2023
OAC Student Night & Job Fair 2023
This evening will provide a relaxed atmosphere for optical program students, faculty and optical community guests to network, explore potential employment opportunities, and enjoy an evening of music, beverages and appetizers. ** STUDENTS: If you are looking for employment, be sure to bring your resume ** +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Free bus transportation is being provided to and from Student Night. Transportation is available for all students and faculty of all Opticianry Programs and will be accessible from Georgian College (Barrie Campus) and…
Find out more »OPTIFAIR CANADA 2023
Why Choose Optifair Canada Trade Shows? • Optifair Canada Trade Shows are the only trade shows and CE conferences in Canada that cater to Optometrists and Opticians under the same roof • There are almost 1,000 attendees at our events • We are a Canadian independent non-political organization serving the industry since 1994 • Our trade shows are the best return on your investment • We believe in industry being a partner in education
Find out more »AOE Optifair
Why Choose Optifair Canada Trade Shows? • Optifair Canada Trade Shows are the only trade shows and CE conferences in Canada that cater to Optometrists and Opticians under the same roof • There are almost 1,000 attendees at our events • We are a Canadian independent non-political organization serving the industry since 1994 • Our trade shows are the best return on your investment • We believe in industry being a partner in education
Find out more »Opportunities & Options for New Optometrists
Join NextGEN OD Canada ambassadors for this event - Live @ University of Waterloo or online through a ZOOM webinar. Your choice. Joing young Canadian ODs and optometry students from Canada and also those in the US. Registration is now open.
Find out more »April 2023
2023 OAO Symposium and InfoMart
Continuing Education on April 1 and 2 Includes: Optometric Assistant Program on April 1 President’s Luncheon and OAO Awards Presentation InfoMart Trade Show on April 1 AGM on April 2 Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel Delegate registration will open in the New Year (2023)
Find out more »CONNECT BRITISH COLUMBIA 2023
Your national association, the Opticians Association of Canada, will be visiting British Columbia at the end of April! Meet us from 5:00 PM to 9:30 PM at the Cineplex theater listed below, to watch our 2023 exclusive continuing education English lectures. The lectures will begin at 6:00 PM. You can already smell the warm popcorn and sweets, can’t you? Don’t worry, your cravings will be satisfied! Concessions will be provided. What are you waiting for? Save your seat today!
Find out more »CONNECT ALBERTA 2023
Your national association, the Opticians Association of Canada, will be visiting Alberta at the end of April! Meet us from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM at the Cineplex theater listed below, to watch our 2023 exclusive continuing education English lectures. The lectures will begin at 9:00 AM. In addition to our usual meal breaks, concessions will be provided. You can already smell the warm popcorn and sweets, can’t you? What are you waiting for? Save your seat today!
Find out more »CONNECT SASKATCHEWAN 2023 REGINA
Your national association, the Opticians Association of Canada, will be touring Saskatchewan at the end of April! Meet us from 5:00 PM to 9:30 PM at one of the Cineplex theaters listed below, to watch three of our 2023 exclusive continuing education English lectures. The lectures will begin at 6:00 PM. You can already smell the warm popcorn and sweets, can’t you? Don’t worry, your cravings will be satisfied! Concessions will be provided. What are you waiting for? Save your seat today!
Find out more »MCE 2023
We are meeting Live and In Person Continuing Education & Reception (Evening) - Thursday Continuing Education & Trade Show (Full Day) - Friday Continuing Education & Social Function (Full Day) - Saturday Continuing Education (1/2 day) - Sunday
Find out more »CONNECT SASKATCHEWAN 2023 SASKATOON
Your national association, the Opticians Association of Canada, will be touring Saskatchewan at the end of April! Meet us from 5:00 PM to 9:30 PM at one of the Cineplex theaters listed below, to watch three of our 2023 exclusive continuing education English lectures. The lectures will begin at 6:00 PM. You can already smell the warm popcorn and sweets, can’t you? Don’t worry, your cravings will be satisfied! Concessions will be provided. What are you waiting for? Save your seat today!
Find out more »May 2023
View Point Calgary 2023
Join FBC this spring for a full day event in Calgary! Hear from experts about age-related vision loss and inherited retinal diseases. Visit our exhibitors to learn more about community resources and connect with other individuals and families affected by vision loss. Lunch and snacks included in ticket price.
Find out more »2023 BCDO Annual Conference & OPTOFAIR
BC Doctors of Optometry’s 2023 Annual Conference & OPTOFAIR is a three-day continuing education, networking and professional development event for doctors of optometry and optometric staff. This is your opportunity to gain valuable and relevant insight and education into the optometric field.
Find out more »VISION-R 2023
The REGARD ACTION Cooperative organizes a memorable edition of the SALON VISION-R every year! We are pleased to open the doors of this unmissable event to all eye care professionals, partners and optical students.
Find out more »July 2023
CAO Congress 2023
Join us in beautiful historic Quebec City for the 38th Biennial Conference of the Canadian Association of Optometrists (COA)! The CAO Congress brings together optometrists, optometric students, optometric assistants, expert speakers and industry representatives from across Canada and beyond! This is a wonderful opportunity to come together to reconnect, learn and explore together!
Find out more »October 2023
Annual Conference & Optifair
Conference - October 26, 27, 28 Optifair - October 27 Conference & Optifair Venue - Calgary Telus Convention Centre, 136 8th Avenue Host Hotel - Calgary Marriott Downtown,110 9th Avenue Join your colleagues at Alberta's leading continued education and networking event! Registration to Open in Spring!
Find out more »NSAO AGM & VISION EXPO 2023
NSAO is proud to present the 2023 AGM & Conference live this year, October 28-29 at The Westin Nova Scotian. This conference will provide flexibility and accessibility to meet the individual needs of all our member/delegates. You can participate in meetings with associates and friends and plan to attend a very exclusive vendor expo on Saturday. Goal is to have all guest speakers to present live.
Find out more »November 2023
Canadian Dry Eye Summit 2023
Improve your patient’s quality of life by learning how to efficiently diagnose and treat their dry eye disease. In person or live stream.
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