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Transitions Academy 2025
2025-02-02 - 2025-02-05 | JW Marriot Grand Lake, Orlando, FL, United States
From February 2 to 5, the Transitions® Academy will be held, where over 1,000 professionals from around the world will be able to learn more about the brand, exchange best practices, broaden their knowledge and horizons on the latest trends, and immerse themselves in the “brand experience” section to inspire them! It will also be an opportunity to recognize optical professionals, including some Canadians, at the Transitions® Innovation Awards. They have submitted their applications to demonstrate how they have distinguished themselves throughout the year by making Transitions® a greater part of their practice, by innovating, by training their employees, by being active on social networks and more.

MIDO 2025
2025-02-08 - 2025-02-10 | Strada Statale del Sempione, 28 20017, Rho - Milano, Italy
MIDO is the place to be: the only tradeshow in the world that represents the entire supply chain, the only one with over 1,200 exhibitors from 50 countries and visitors from 160 nations.

7 pavilions and 8 exhibition areas to highlight the whole sector: from lenses to machinery, from frames to cases, from materials to technologies, from furniture to components. The intense communication, traditional and digital, is also one of the key elements of the fair, which contributes significantly to the achievement of the objectives of participation.The Eyewear Universe meets at MIDO every year, for over 50 years, to discover new collections, acquire new skills, be up to date, increase the brand awareness and, above all, do business!

Vision Expo East 2025
2025-02-19 - 2025-02-22 | Orlando County Convention Center in Orlando, 9800 International Dr, Orlando, FL, 32819, United States
Vision Expo East is the complete event for ophthalmic professionals, where eyecare meets eyewear and education, fashion and innovation mingle. Join eyecare professionals, buyers, influencers, and technology leaders at Vision Expo!
Education: February 19 – 22, 2025 | Exhibit Hall: February 20 – 22, 2025

AMD Coffee Connections: Vancouver 2025
2025-04-24 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Toronto) | Library Square Conference Centre, 350 W Georgia St, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6B 6B1, Canada
Join us for our new workshop series: AMD Coffee Connections. This unique gathering blends peer support and Ask the Expert sessions, providing individuals living with age-related macular degeneration (AMD) an opportunity to connect with others, share experiences, and gain insights from experts in the field.

AMD Coffee Connections: Edmonton 2025
2025-05-22 10:00 - 12:00 | Mill Woods Senior and Multicultural Centre, 2610 Hewes Way NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T6L 6W6, Canada

VIEW POINT Calgary 2025
2025-05-24 | Carriage House Hotel, 9030 Macleod Trail, Calgary, Alberta, T2H 0M4, 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.

Session topics include regenerative therapies, Ask the Expert sessions about age-related macular degeneration (AMD), inherited retinal diseases (IRDs) and living well with eye disease. There will also be a dedicated session for youth. More details to come.

FOCUS ON: SUDBURY CONFERENCE & TRADESHOW
2025-06-22 | Science North Vale Cavern, 100 Ramsey Lake Rd, Greater Sudbury, Ontario, P3E 5S9, Canada
Come to Ontario’s most dynamic educational experience!
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Focus ON: Sudbury is a full day of education, networking, tradeshow booths and much more!
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The event will be hosted at the Science North – Vale Caverns, Sudbury
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Bring the family to Science North!
All family members of attendees of FOCUS ON: SUDBURY will recieve 50% off admission price to Science North. (Valid on Sunday June 22nd, 2025 only)
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Don’t miss our ONLY NORTHERN IN-PERSON event of the year!
We offer:
✓ Reduced Registration Rate for Early Birds!
✓ COO Accredited Programming
✓ Self-Directed Learning hours
✓ Networking Opportunities with other Optical Professionals
✓ 50% off admission to Science North for family members
✓ As always… Awesome Meals and Snacks!

5th World Congress of Optometry (WCO5) / AOA Annual ‘Optometry’s Meeting’ 2025
2025-06-25 - 2025-06-28 | Minneapolis Convention Center, 1301 2nd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN, 55404, United States
In collaboration with the American Optometric Association (AOA) and American Optometric Student Association (AOSA), the World Council of Optometry (WCO) will host its 5th World Congress of Optometry during Optometry’s Meeting® 2025, welcoming optometric professionals from around the world.

New Grad Orientation 2025 - Calgary
2025-09-07 10:00 - 15:00 | Silver Springs Gold & Country Club, 1600 Varsity Estates Drive NW, Calgary, Alberta, T3B 2W9, Canada
The 2025 New Grad Orientation is an opportunity for graduates to gain a better understanding of the optometric profession in Alberta and it leaves them with practical tools, information, and advice to ensure they are getting the most out of their profession for years to come.
These in-person sessions will present new grads with information on several topics. From patient and practice management, Alberta Health billing, accounting, and debt management, it is a very full day of learning and discussion.

New Grad Orientation 2025 - Edmonton
2025-09-14 10:00 - 15:00 | The Derrick Golf and Country Club, 3500 119 St NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T6J 5P5, Canada

Vision Expo West 2025
2025-09-17 - 2025-09-20 | The Venetian Expo in Las Vegas, 201 Sands Ave,, Las Vegas, NV, 89169, United States

FOCUS ON: OTTAWA CONFERENCE & TRADESHOW
2025-09-21 09:00 - 19:00 | L’Excentricité Collège La Cité, 801 Aviation Pkwy, Ottawa, Ontario, K1K 4B2, Canada
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!
Price On or Before September 7th, 2025:
EARLY BIRD (MEMBERS ONLY) – $65.00**
NEW Non member early bird – $85.00**
Price Starting September 8th, 2025:
Member – $85.00**
Student – $45.00**
Tradeshow ONLY (CE not Included) – $40**
Non-Member – $95.00**

AMD Coffee Connections: North York
2025-10-09 10:00 - 12:00 | North York Central Library Concourse Event Space, 5120 Yonge St, North York, Ontario, M2N 5N9, Canada
Join us for our new workshop series: AMD Coffee Connections. This unique gathering blend peer support and Ask the Expert sessions, providing individuals living with age-related macular degeneration (AMD) an opportunity to connect with others, share experiences, and gain insights from experts in the field.

What to Expect:

Learn: Hear from experts in the field about the latest treatment options and ask your questions.
Connect: Meet others who understand the journey of living with AMD
Share: Participate in conversations with experts and peers to exchange valuable insights and strategies.

Refreshments will be provided.

AAO Conference & Optifair: Beyond Vision
2025-10-16 - 2025-10-18 | Edmonton Convention Centre, 9797 Jasper Ave, Edmonton, Alberta, T5J 1N9, Canada
Registration is now live for this year’s conference! Join us in beautiful Edmonton, Alberta for a packed schedule of curated CE opportunities for both optometrists and optometric staff.

Waterloo Eye Institute Annual Fall Conference & Trade Show
2025-11-07 - 2025-11-09 | Hilton Markham Suites Hotel and Conference Centre, 8500 Warden Ave, Markham, Ontario, L6G 1A5, Canada
The WEI annual fall conference and trade show consist of 20 COPE-accredited (pending) hours of live continuing education for optometrists and 6 hours live CE programming designed for optometric assistants, ophthalmic technicians, office managers and front desk staff.
Entrance to trade show (Saturday) included
Bobier and Woodruff Distinguished Award lectures
Breakfast, lunch and snacks
Check in and breakfast starts on Friday AM @ 7AM.
Early-Bird rates available until October 5th.
Rates vary by period.
Visit the event website for details and registration

View Point Toronto: Speaker Symposium
2025-11-08 10:00 - 12:00 | North York Central Library Concourse Event Space, 5120 Yonge St, North York, Ontario, M2N 5N9, 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.

THE Myopia Meeting - Markham ON
2025-12-07 | Hilton Markham Suites Hotel and Conference Centre, 8500 Warden Ave, Markham, Ontario, L6G 1A5, Canada
Two programs—one powerful day
THE Myopia Meeting returns to the Greater Toronto Area on Sunday,
7 December, featuring the Mastering Myopia Training Program, plus 3 hours of COPE-approved CE.

100% Optical
2026-02-28 - 2026-03-02 | ExCel London, 1 Western Gateway Royal Victoria Dock, London, United Kingdom
100% Optical 2026 is the UK’s largest optical event, taking place on 28 February – 2 March 2026 at Excel London. With 11,000+ professionals and 250+ suppliers under one roof, this is your unmissable opportunity to discover the latest in eyewear, innovation and education.

OAO SYMPOSIUM 2026
2026-03-27 - 2026-03-29 | rogers centre, Rogers Centre, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Showcase your brand to Ontario’s optometry leaders and decision-makers while supporting education, innovation, and the future of eye health.

ARVO 2026 Annual Meeting
2026-05-03 - 2026-05-07 | 700 14th St., Denver, Colo., 80202, 700 14th St, Denver, CO, 80202, United States
ARVO’s Global Community
The opportunity to learn from top eye and vision researchers from around the world, and connect with the ARVO community.
