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MCE 2023
2023-04-27 - 2023-04-30 | Rodd Charlottetown Hotel, 75 Kent St,, Charlottetown, pei, C1A 7K4, Canada
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

CONNECT SASKATCHEWAN 2023 SASKATOON
2023-04-27 17:00 - 21:30 (America/Toronto) | Cineplex Entertainment, 317 2 Ave S, saskatoon, Saskatchewan, S7K 1L1, Canada
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!

View Point Calgary 2023
2023-05-06 09:00 - 15:00 | 9030 Macleod Trail, Calgary, 9030 Macleod Trail, Calgary, Alberta, T2H 0M4, Canada
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.

2023 BCDO Annual Conference & OPTOFAIR
2023-05-12 - 2023-05-14 | Hyatt Regency Vancouver, 655 Burrard Street, Vancouver, BC, V6C 2R7, Canada
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.

Connect New Brunswick - Fredericton
2023-05-24 17:00 - 21:30 | Cineplex Cinemas Fredericton, 1381 Regent St, Fredericton, New Brunswick, E3C 1A2, Canada
Your national association, the Opticians Association of Canada, will be touring New Brunswick at the end of May!
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!

Connect New Brunswick - Moncton
2023-05-25 17:00 - 21:30 | Cineplex Cinemas Trinity Drive, 127 Trinity Dr, Moncton, New Brunswick, E1G 2J7, Canada

VISION-R 2023
2023-05-27 | Saint-Hyacinthe Conference Centre, 1325 Rue Daniel - Johnson O suite 119, Saint-Hyacinthe, Quebec, J2S 8S4, Canada
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.

Connect Ontario 2023 - Niagara Falls
2023-06-05 17:00 - 21:30 | Cineplex Odeon Niagara Square, 7555 Montrose Rd D2, Niagara Falls, Ontario, L2H 2E9, Canada
Your national association, the Opticians Association of Canada, will be touring Ontario this Spring!
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!

Connect Ontario 2023 - Kitchener
2023-06-07 17:00 - 21:30 | Cineplex Cinemas Kitchener, 225 Fairway Rd S, Kitchener, Ontario, N2C 1X2, Canada

THE Myopia Meeting Canada
2023-06-11 09:30 - 17:00 | Vancouver Marriott Pinnacle, 1128 W Hastings St, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6E 4R5, Canada
Eye care professionals must be sure they are current on the increasingly available treatments to manage myopia progression in children. THE Myopia Meeting focuses specifically on the hot topic of myopia management with a full day of 4 hours of COPE-approved continuing education courses presented by world-renowned experts in the field. Plus, periodic clinical reviews will cover the latest diagnostic and monitoring technologies along with the newest treatments to slow the progression of myopia. Also, break times, and the FREE lunch will provide you with peer-to-peer networking opportunities among eye care professionals such as yourself who are either starting their myopia management practice or growing an existing one. There will be so much to learn from so many sources. You won’t want to miss THE Myopia Meeting live in Vancouver for a full day of immersion in myopia management. Click the Agenda tab for complete details.

Transitions Certified Live-Toronto
2023-06-13 17:30 - 21:30 | Double Tree By Hilton, 108 Chestnut St, Toronto, Ontario, M5G 1R3
Grow your expertise in light management and Transitions® Light Intelligent Lenses™. Learn more about our product portfolio and how to increase patient satisfaction. By attending this event, you will become a Transitions® Certified Specialist and get access to materials designed to better prepare you to talk to your patients, circumvent the patients’ objections.
2 credits for Continuing Education (Opticians)

ZEISS MyoCare Webinar
2023-06-14 20:00 - 21:00 | Alberta
8:00 – 9:00 pm EST (5:00 – 6:00 pm PST)
An exclusive webinar where ZEISS will be unveiling an innovative new product that is set to revolutionize Myopia Management. During this webinar, Dr. Jeff Goodhew will showcase the remarkable features and benefits of the new Myopia product. ECPs will get an in-depth understanding of how it can enhance patient’s daily life and deliver outstanding results.

Transitions Certified Live- Vancouver
2023-06-20 17:30 - 21:30 | Fairmount Waterfront, 900 Canada Pl, Vancouver, BC, V6C 3L5
Grow your expertise in light management and Transitions® Light Intelligent Lenses™. Learn more about our product portfolio and how to increase patient satisfaction. By attending this event, you will become a Transitions® Certified Specialist and get access to materials designed to better prepare you to talk to your patients, circumvent the patients’ objection.
2 credits for Continuing Education (Opticians)

CAO Congress 2023
2023-07-05 - 2023-07-08 | Quebec City Convention Centre, Québec, Québec, Canada
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!

ON OPTICS: OTTAWA 2023
2023-09-10 | L’Excentricité Collège La Cité, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
The Ontario Opticians Association is proud to present our Incredible Ottawa in-person event:

ON OPTICS: Ottawa 2023 & Tradeshow
Sunday September 10th, 2023 Doors open at 7:30 AM | Lectures begin at 8:30 AM

Come to Ontario’s most dynamic educational experience!
ON OPTICS: Ottawa is a full day of education, networking, tradeshow booths and much more!

The event will be hosted at L’Excentricité Collège La Cité, Ottawa, ON.

Don’t miss our IN-PERSON event in our nation’s capital!
We offer:
✓ Reduced Registration Rate for OOA Members
✓ COO Accredited Programming
✓ Self-Directed Learning hours
✓ Networking Opportunities with other Optical Professionals
✓ As always… Awesome Meals and Snacks!

ON OPTICS: Ottawa 2023 & Tradeshow
2023-09-10 08:30 - 17:30 | L’Excentricité Collège La Cité, 801 Aviation Pkwy, Ottawa, Ontario, K1K 4R3, Canada
The Ontario Opticians Association is proud to present our Incredible Ottawa in-person event:

ON OPTICS: Ottawa 2023 & Tradeshow
Sunday September 10th, 2023 Doors open at 7:30 AM | Lectures begin at 8:30 AM

Come to Ontario’s most dynamic educational experience!
ON OPTICS: Ottawa is a full day of education, networking, tradeshow booths and much more!

The event will be hosted at L’Excentricité Collège La Cité, Ottawa, ON.

Don’t miss our IN-PERSON event in our nation’s capital!
We offer:
✓ Reduced Registration Rate for OOA Members
✓ COO Accredited Programming
✓ Self-Directed Learning hours
✓ Networking Opportunities with other Optical Professionals
✓ As always… Awesome Meals and Snacks

Connect Newfoundland and Labrador 2023 - St. John's
2023-09-13 17:00 - 21:30 | Scotiabank Theatre St. John’s, Avalon Mall, 48 Kenmount Rd, St. John's, Newfoundland, A1B 1W3, Canada
Your national association, the Opticians Association of Canada, will be touring Newfoundland in September!
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!

Transitions Certified Live- Ottawa
2023-09-14 17:30 - 21:30 | Novotel Ottawa, 33 Nicholas St, Ottawa, ON, K1N 9M7

Transitions Certified Live- Regina
2023-09-14 17:30 - 21:30 | DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Conference Centre Regina, 1975 Broad St, Regina, SK, S4P 1Y2

Transitions Certified Live- Halifax
2023-09-14 17:30 - 21:30 | Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel, 1919 Upper Water St, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3J 3J5, Canada

Transitions Certified Live-Calgary
2023-09-22 17:30 - 21:30 | Hyatt Regency Calgary, 700 Centre Street SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2G 5P6, Canada

NBAO Conference & Trade Show
2023-09-28 - 2023-09-30 | Delta Bessborough, Saskatoon, SK, Canada
We are meeting Live and In Person
Continuing Education & Reception (Evening) – Thursday
Continuing Education & Trade Show + Social Event (Full Day) – Friday
Continuing Education & AGM (1/2 Day) – Saturday

View Point Toronto 2023
2023-09-30 09:00 - 15:00 | Novotel North York, 3 Park Home Ave, Toronto, Ontario, M2N 6L3, Canada
Join FBC this fall for a full day event in Toronto! 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.
This is a mask-friendly event. While a mask is not required, we welcome all guests to take precautions based on their individual comfort. Please note, this is subject to change based on public health regulations at the time of the event.

OAC Student Night & Job Fair
2023-10-05 18:00 - 21:00 | Sheraton Guildford Hotel, 15269 104 Ave, Surrey, British Columbia, Canada
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 an evening of music, beverages and appetizers. ** STUDENTS : If you are looking for employment, be sure to bring your resume **

Complementary bus transportation may be provided if there is enough interest. At time of registration, please indicate which campus you would like to be pick up and dropped off at. Busses will depart from Douglas College as well as Stenberg College.

MAO Fall Continuing Education 2023
2023-10-13 - 2023-10-14 | The Fairmont Winnipeg, 2 Lombard Place, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3B 0Y3, Canada
Special Guest lecture by Dr. Marcia Anderson, Vice-Dean of Indigenous Health, University of Manitoba
All about IOLs today
This session is a critical precursor for the afternoon lectures and discussion
Referrer and Receiver, a discussion from both sides – Dr. Tyler Buffie and Dr. Alberto Aguayo
Let’s get everyone on the same page – better understand differences in scope of practice and other limitations. Discussion of both before and after the referral from both the referrer and receiver’s perspectives.
Optometrist/Ophthalmologist Round table
This round table panel will include local Optometrists and Ophthalmologist discussing issues and challenges related to Manitoba.
Happy Hour to follow the Friday afternoon sessions

CONNECT PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND 2023 - Charlottetown
2023-10-16 17:00 - 20:00 | Holiday Inn Express, 200 Capital Drive, Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, C1E 2E8, Canada
Your national association, the Opticians Association of Canada, will be touring Charlottetown this October!
Meet us at Holiday Inn Express and take in our exclusive 2023 event continuing education activities.
What are you waiting for? Save your seat today!

Annual Conference & Optifair
2023-10-26 - 2023-10-28 | Calgary Telus Convention Centre, Calgary Telus Convention Centre, 136 8th Avenue, Calgary, Alberta, T2P 0K6, Canada
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!

AAO 2023 Annual Conference & Optifair
2023-10-26 - 2023-10-28 | Calgary Telus Convention Centre, Calgary Telus Convention Centre, 136 8th Avenue, Calgary, Alberta, T2P 0K6, Canada
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!

NSAO AGM & VISION EXPO 2023
2023-10-28 - 2023-10-29 | The Westin Scotian, 1181 Hollis St, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 2P6, Canada
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.

Waterloo Eye Institute Annual Fall Conference and Trade Show
2023-11-03 - 2023-11-05 | Hilton Markham Suites Hotel and Conference Centre, 8500 Warden Ave, Markham, Ontario, L6G 1A5, Canada
The University of Waterloo’s School of Optometry and Vision Science, in collaboration with the Ontario Association of Optometrists, is thrilled to announce the 2023 version of our in-person continuing education program to carry on the legacy of the annual continuing education fundraiser once hosted by the Vision Institute of Canada.
The funds raised from this event will help to support the Seeing Beyond 2020 Campaign for the Waterloo Eye Institute (WEI). Once built, the WEI will advance eye and vision care services, enhance clinical education, expand telehealth capacity and provide innovation through vision research
