View Point Toronto 2023
2023-09-30 09:00 - 15:00 (America/Toronto) | 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

Focus ON Optics, Student Night 2023
2023-11-04 19:00 - 23:00 | Sheraton Parkway North Toronto Hotel & Suites, 9005 Leslie Street, Richmond Hill, ON, L4B 1B2 , Canada

Transitions Certified Live
2023-11-13 17:00 - 19:00
Earn your Transitions Specialist certification during one virtual session.
This session is at 5pm PST.

Transitions Certified Live
2023-11-14 18:00 - 20:00
Earn your Transitions Specialist certification during one virtual session.
This session is at 6pm EST.

Canadian Dry Eye Summit 2023
2023-11-17 - 2023-11-19 | Sheraton Toronto Airport Hotel & Conference Centre, 801 Dixon Road, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Improve your patient’s quality of life by learning how to efficiently diagnose and treat their dry eye disease. In person or live stream.

SALON VISION 2023
2023-11-17 10:00 - 18:00 | Centre Mont-Royal, Montréal, QC, Canada

THE Myopia Meeting Toronto 2023
2023-12-03 09:00 - 16:00 | THE INTERNATIONAL CENTRE, 6900 Airport Rd, Mississauga, Ontario, L4V 1E8, 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.

Ask the Expert: Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD)
2024-02-27 10:00 - 12:00 | Christ Church Cathedral Ottawa, 414 Sparks St, Ottawa, Ontario, K1R 0B2, Canada
In collaboration with the Canadian Council of the Blind, Fighting Blindness Canada presents a special live, hybrid event to recognize Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) awareness month. Join us for a full morning of interactive sessions with doctors and people living with AMD and learn more about this prevalent eye condition that affects over 2.5 million Canadians. Virtual or in person event.

VIEW POINT OTTAWA 2024
2024-02-27 10:00 - 12:00 | Christ Church Cathedral Ottawa, 414 Sparks St, Ottawa, Ontario, K1R 0B2, Canada
In collaboration with the Canadian Council of the Blind, Fighting Blindness Canada presents a special live hybrid event to recognize Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) awareness month. Join us for a full morning of interactive sessions with doctors and people living with AMD and learn more about this prevalent eye condition that affects over 2.5 million Canadians.

WHITE CANE WEEK CONFERENCE 2024
2024-02-27 10:00 - 14:00 | Christ Church Cathedral Ottawa, 414 Sparks St, Ottawa, Ontario, K1R 0B2, Canada
Fighting Blindness Canada and the Canadian Council of the Blind invites you to a special conference to recognize age-related macular degeneration (AMD) awareness month and to share the results of the Canadian Survey on Disability 2022. You can attend virtually on Zoom or join us in-person in Ottawa.

CE, Ski & More 2024
2024-03-08 - 2024-03-10 | Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, Banff, Alberta, Canada
We’re headed to Banff for a weekend of fun in the snow, social evens at the Banff Springs, and some great CE.
March 8 to 10, 2024

2024 Annual Conference and OPTOFAIR
2024-04-05 - 2024-04-07 | Hyatt Regency Vancouver, 655 Burrard Street, Vancouver, BC, V6C 2R7, Canada
BC Doctors of Optometry brings you three days of cutting-edge insight and inspirational education in our 2024 Annual Conference & OPTOFAIR. Join us for our continuing education, networking and professional development event for doctors of optometry and optometric staff. The conference features a full roster of engaging and renowned speakers from across the continent for both doctors of optometry

CONNECT NEW BRUNSWICK 2024
2024-04-07 08:00 - 17:00 | Delta Hotels by Marriott Beausejour, 750 Main Street, Moncton, New Brunswick, E1C 1E6, Canada
Join us for Connect New Brunswick, a full day of in-person continuing education tailored to bring together Opticians from across New Brunswick. Enjoy a day of learning that not only help you meet your yearly CE requirements but also promises a fantastic time. All announced speakers will be present, ensuring a dynamic and engaging live experience for everyone.

2024 OAO Symposium and InfoMart
2024-04-12 - 2024-04-14 | rbc place london
The annual OAO Symposium and InfoMart invites world-class speakers from North America to present a thoughtfully-curated program of continuing education lectures to enhance your knowledge and skills and learn how to treat the often-challenging scenarios of the patients you serve.

The Future of Optometry: It's not what it used to be 2024
2024-04-16 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly becoming a part of the healthcare landscape. This session will examine the opportunities and challenges faced in implementing AI solutions in optometry.
It will explore the impact of AI on current practices in eye care and look ahead to the likely impact AI will have in improving diagnostics, personalizing treatments, and improving practice management.

Myopia Summit: 2024
2024-04-20 - 2024-04-21 | Sheraton Suites Eau Claire, Calgary, AB
The Myopia Summit will unleash revolutionary concepts from trailblazing experts, helping you push the boundaries and propel you to unprecedented heights in Myopia Management.

View Point Vancouver 2024
2024-04-20 13:00 - 18:30 | Robert H. Lee Alumni Centre, University of British Columbia, 6163 University Blvd, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6T 1Z1, Canada
Fighting Blindness Canada presents VIEW POINT, an educational conference bringing you the latest information in vision health and research! Hear from experts, connect with others affected by vision loss and visit our exhibitors to learn about new resources.

INSIDE OPTICS 2024
2024-04-21 | Sheraton Parkway North Toronto Hotel & Suites, 9005 Leslie Street, Richmond Hill, ON, L4B 1B2 , Canada

2024 AAO Regional Meeting - Grande Prairie
2024-05-01 08:00 - 17:00 | Pomeroy Grande Prairie, 11633 100 Street, Grande Prairie, Alberta, T8V 3Y4, Canada
The AAO and ACO are again headed out to meet with members at in-person Regional Meetings across Alberta.
They will be seeking your feedback on strategic plans, looking for your insights on issues important to you, updating you on the work that has taken place over the past year, and taking a look at the emerging priorities like scope expansion and Alberta Health billings.
This is a great opportunity to provide your thoughts and comments and, at the same time, catch up with colleagues over dinner.

MAO SPRING CONVENTION
2024-05-10 - 2024-05-12 | RBC Convention Centre, 375 York Ave , Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Spring Continuing Education, trade show, and presidents celebration.

Manitoba Association of Optometrists Spring 2024 Event
2024-05-10 - 2024-05-12 | RBC Convention Centre, 375 York Ave , Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Spring Continuing Education, Tradeshow, Annual general meeting, and Presidents Celebration.

OAC Student Night & Job Fair 2024
2024-05-24 18:00 - 20:00 | The Westin Edmonton, 10135 100 St NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T5J 0N7, Canada
This evening, hosted by the Opticians Association of Canada, is an opportunity for optical program students, recent graduates (non-licensed), faculty and optical community guests to enjoy an evening of engaging conversation, networking, appetizers, beverages and to explore potential employment opportunities.

CONNECT ALBERTA 2024
2024-05-26 08:30 - 17:00 | The Westin Edmonton, 10135 100 St NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T5J 0N7, Canada
Join us for Connect Alberta, a full day of in-person continuing education tailored to bring together Opticians from across Alberta. Enjoy a day of learning that not only help you meet your yearly CE requirements but also promises a fantastic time. All announced speakers will be present, ensuring a dynamic and engaging live experience for everyone.
