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 (America/Toronto) | 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.

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.
