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The Vision Institute of Canada Annual Fall Conference and Trade Show
2019-11-08 - 2019-11-10 | Markham Hilton Suites and Conference Centre, 8500 Warden Avenue, Markham, Ontario, L6G 1A5, Canada
The Vision Institute of Canada is holding its 38th Annual Fall Conference and Trade Show on November 8-10, 2019 at the Hilton Suites Hotel and Conference Centre in Markham, Ontario. This year we have a 20 hour Category “A” TPA Refresher Course with guest faculty Nathan Lighthizer, OD, FAAO, Blair Lonsberry, MS, OD, MEd, FAAO, and Paul Karpecki, OD, FAAO. We invite you to register early and join us for our 38th Annual Fall Conference and Trade Show.
Our long tradition of providing high quality educational programs continues this year and, as a charitable organization, the funds we raise from this event support our mandate of providing clinical services to underserved communities and at-risk patient populations.
The Vision Institute was established in 1981 with funding from the Ontario Association of Optometrists, the College of Optometrists of Ontario and the University of Waterloo, School of Optometry. For 38 years the clinical staff and board of directors of the Vision Institute have worked to promote quality comprehensive vision care to Canadians across the country. We are an independent voice for optometry-delivered quality vision care services and the only charitable optometry clinic in North America. Your support is vital and we encourage you to come to Markham in November for another superb educational event.
As always, we will have one of the largest and best ophthalmic trade shows in Canada, along with a Vision and Eye Health Book Store, Silent Auction, a 6 hour CAO Approved Optometric Assistants Program, and a special Keynote Address on Vision and ADHD by Rick Green.
We look forward to seeing you in November.
Yours sincerely,
Mira Acs, OD, FAAO
Paul Chris, OD
President Executive Director
Click HERE for the OPTOMETRIST Program and Registration Form.
Click HERE for the OPTOMETRIC ASSISTANTS Program and Registration Form.

3rd World Congress of Optometry
2019-10-23 - 2019-10-28 | Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, FL, United States
The World Council of Optometry (WCO) and the American Academy of Optometry (Academy) will be co-hosting the 3rd World Congress of Optometry in conjunction with the Academy meeting. The meeting will be held in Orlando, Florida, USA at the Orange County Convention Center, October 23-28, 2019 and will feature joint CE tracks. To learn more, visit worldcouncilofoptometry.info or www.aaopt.org.

Specialty Symposium 2019
2019-10-20 | Riviera Events & Convention Centre Inc., 2800 Hwy 7,, Concord, Ontario, L4K 1W8, Canada
Specialty Symposium 2018 was a success! We look forward to seeing you in 2019 as we continue to provide specialized content and workshops on the latest trends and practices in the field of opticianry.
NEW VENUE!
Specialty Symposium 2019 will be held at Riviera Events & Convention Centre in Vaughan to better accommodate our valued members, guests and industry partners. This venue has plenty of space to network and learn, has an amazing menu, and is accessible via TTC (just a few minutes walk from Vaughan Metropolitan Centre Station)!
More details coming soon.

Silmo Paris 2019
2019-09-27 - 2019-09-30 | Parc des Expositions de Paris Nord Villepinte, Hall 5A-6, 95420 Villepinte, France
Paris Nord Villepinte: an oustanding exhibition centre

A venue that hosts major international business trade fairs
user-friendly (all online services)
Accessible (free shuttle service)
2 pavilions gathering 11 sectors

Professional Learning Ottawa 2019
2019-09-22 | Hilton Garden Inn Ottawa Airport, 2400 Alert Road, Ottawa, Ontario, K1V 1S1, Canada
The OOA looks forward to seeing you at Professional Learning Ottawa 2019 as they share engaging, relevant content from dynamic speakers with opticians in Eastern Ontario.

Applying Disney Customer Service & Leadership Principles to Your Optometric Practice
2019-09-18 18:00 - 22:00 (America/Toronto) | Stonehooker Brewery Co, 866 Lakeshore Rd E,, Mississauga, Ontario, L5E 1E1, Canada
An Evening with Lee Cockerell, former Executive VP of Disney World
Join us for a FUN night of BEER TASTING and A ONCE IN A LIFETIME OPPORTUNITY to hear from Lee Cockerell, former Exeutive Vice President of Disney World and Best Selling Author, discuss how to apply Disney’s World Renowned Customer Service and Leadership principles to your optometric practice.

6pm beer tasting & finger foods
7-9pm Lee Cockerell
9-10pm mix & mingle

Due to the intimate venue, this event is expected to sell out quickly. Use the evening as a Team Building opportunity or come with a colleague and enjoy a relaxing networking opportunity.
Single tickets $125
Early Bird Discount (until June 30th)
Purchase two or more tickets and save an additional 10%

Vision Expo West 2019
2019-09-18 - 2019-09-21 | Sands Expo & Convention Center, 201 Sands Ave, Las Vegas, NV, 89169
Get a full overview of what’s new, key locations, special events, partners, education and show highlights at the 2019 Vision Expo West.

TOGEducation Day
2019-09-08 | Ajax Convention Centre, 550 Beck Crescent, Ajax, Ontario, L1Z 1C9, Canada
Please join The Optical Group on Sunday, September 8th for a full day of education and a tradeshow. This year we have expanded our education to include all our eye care professionals. Whether you require optician or optometrist based education, The Optical Group has something for you. Together with our fantastic vendor sponsors we invite you to a day packed with education, community, and good food! Members get 4 free passes per account. Fifth passes and above, and non-members will be charged a small fee of $65.00.
Click HERE for the registration form.

OptikEyeStyle Tour- Montreal
2019-09-05 17:00 - 22:00 (America/Toronto) | Galerie Gora, 279 Sherbrooke Ouest, Suite 205,, Montréal, Québec, Canada
HOW MUCH? $25.00 per person (includes admission, light fare and refreshements.)
REGISTER NOW FOR MONTREAL

OptikEyeStyle Tour- Toronto
2019-08-22 17:00 - 22:00 (America/Toronto) | The ArtScape Sandbox, 301 Adelaide St. W, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2E8, Canada
Join Optik Magazine Optical/Fashion Editor Sheena Taff for an evening of networking & education. Peruse and purchase world-class Independent Eyewear Frame Collections. Network with like-minded eyewear enthusiasts!
Independent Eyewear for Independent Eye Care Professionals
Set in the heart of downtown Toronto’s Theatre District, The ArtScape Sandbox is our unique venue for this event. Join us and celebrate Independent Eyewear!
HOW MUCH? $25 per person (includes admission, light fare and refreshments)
REGISTER NOW FOR TORONTO

ARBO 2019 Annual Meeting
2019-06-16 - 2019-06-18 | Four Seasons Hotel St. Louis, St. Louis, MO, United States
Please join us for the 100th ARBO Annual Meeting in St. Louis, Missouri. Members and staff of Regulatory Boards of Optometry in the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand are invited to attend this important meeting. The ARBO Annual Meeting provides an excellent forum for keeping up-to-date with regulatory issues. This is a great opportunity to interact with your regulatory colleagues discussing hot topics and shared concerns in the regulatory community.

CE 2019: Glaucoma and Ocular Surface Disease
2019-06-14 - 2019-06-16 | University of Waterloo – School of Optometry & Vision Science, 200 Columbia Street West, Waterloo, Ontario, N2L 3G1, Canada
The School of Optometry & Vision Science, University of Waterloo is pleased to present our annual continuing education program.
The 2019 CE weekend will offer a TPA-intensive program to refresh and update the primary care optometrist on glaucoma and ocular surface disease, including an interesting exploration into the overlap of these chronic diseases.
Information will be presented in a clinically practical and contemporary format that will be valuable to clinicians in all any and areas of optometric practice, and at any stage of their career.
All lectures (unless otherwise noted) will be Category A and COPE approved CE credit.

COS Annual Meeting and Exhibition
2019-06-13 - 2019-06-16 | Centre des congrès de Québec, Québec, Québec, Canada
COS ANNUAL MEETING & EXHIBITION

Each June, the Canadian Ophthalmological Society hosts Canada’s premier scientific meeting for ophthalmology. The COS Annual Meeting is the largest educational gathering of ophthalmic professionals in Canada with more than 600 ophthalmologists and 300 allied health professionals attending.
This four-day meeting boasts an outstanding international and Canadian faculty presenting the latest in ophthalmic research and practice. The COS Annual Meeting includes invited lectures, scientific papers, wet labs and workshops, as well as networking opportunities and an extensive exhibition of ophthalmic equipment and services.
The COS Annual Meeting brings together ophthalmologists and eye care professionals across the spectrum of vision health, from research to patient care.

2019 GCOMM Conference
2019-06-07 08:00 - 2019-06-08 17:00 (America/Toronto) | The Westin Prince Hotel, 900 York Mills Rd, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Making History Together.

The 2019 GCOMM Conference brings international doctors and researchers together to meet and share new methods, trends, and industry outlooks.
This is a historic time for the industry. New myopia management methods will increase the quality of life for millions globally. With the potential to transform the vision care industry, now is an ideal time for health care providers to get connected and aligned with emerging trends.

Speaking to Inform and Inspire.

International myopia management experts will be presenting on various topics of popular interest at the upcoming GCOMM Conference.

Click HERE to view the speakers.

OptikEyeStyle Tour- Vancouver
2019-06-04 17:00 - 22:00 (America/Toronto) | Suite Genius (Mt Pleasant), 225 West 8th Ave, #300, Vancouver, Canada
Join Optik Magazine Optical/Fashion Editor Sheena Taff for an evening of networking & education. Peruse and purchase world-class Independent Eyewear Frame Collections. Network with like-minded eyewear enthusiasts!
Independent Eyewear for Independent Eye Care Professionals
HOW MUCH? $25 per person (includes admission, light fare and refreshments)
REGISTER NOW FOR VANCOUVER
Suite Genius provides an open and inspiring space within walking and transit distance from Main Street, Cambie Street, West Broadway and Olympic Village.

Photonics North Conference 2019
2019-05-21 - 2019-05-23 | Centre des congrès de Québec, Québec, Québec, Canada
On behalf of the Canadian Photonic Industry Consortium, we would like to invite you to the Québec City Convention Centre, Québec, Canada for the Photonics North conference on May 21-23, 2019. This conference will be an excellent opportunity to network and exchange with researchers, government representatives and industry professionals.
Optics and photonics technologies are strategic to the overall growth of many industry sectors in Canada; the pervasive nature of these enabling technologies results in novel applications covering numerous fields. To respond to the increasing needs of the industry and population, researchers in optics and photonics from all over the world are developing new capabilities, knowledge and products by transforming research outcomes into innovation with socio-economic impact.
Moreover, this year, Photonics North 2019 will be held jointly with the ETOP 2019 Conference (Education and Training in Optics and Photonics). Your registration to Photonics North 2019 will give you access to ETOP 2019 conferences!
We look forward to welcoming you to Photonics North 2019!
Conference Chairs
Réal Vallée André Fougères
COPL / Université Laval, Québec Canada INO, Québec Canada
Scientific Program Chairs
Jose Azana Ebrahim Karimi
EMT-NRS, Montréal, Canada University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Canada

ARVO 2019 annual Meeting
2019-04-28 - 2019-05-02 | Vancouver Convention Centre, 999 Canada Place, Vancouver, BC, V6C 3E1, Canada
From Bench to Bedside and Back
Today, more and more, the research conducted in labs travels the full journey from bench to bedside. Whether you are examining the genetics of disease or the possibilities of a new technology to diagnose, treat, or even prevent an eye condition, this work often begins with a burning question that leads to more questions and answers. Those answers and more questions may journey to a patient’s bedside, for a novel treatment. Still, the treatment may lead to more questions – bringing us back to the bench with more questions.
To highlight this important work and its evolving journey, ARVO 2019 will have the theme “From Bench to Bedside and Back.” Mark your calendar and make plans to join ARVO in Vancouver, British Columbia in 2019.

Optical Summit 2019
2019-04-27 - 2019-04-28 | Hyatt Regency Calgary, 700 Centre Street SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2G 5P6, Canada
Optical Summit is coming to Calgary, AB on April 27-28, 2019 and is open to all eye care professionals, optical students and dispensary or office management and auxiliary staff.
This event will focus on providing opportunities for networking, education, and to experience first-hand, the products and services available within and pertinent to our industry.
Check back to www.opticalsummit.ca for updates!

ROI Corporation: The Business of Optometry - Halifax
2019-04-25 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Toronto) | Prince George Hotel, 1725 Market Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Even Optometrists Need Help Seeing the Future
Join ROI Corporation and BMO for a lively discussion:
-Factors Affecting Value
-Financing Options
-Understanding Key Numbers
-How to Choose the Right Practice

WHERE: Prince George Hotel, Hanover Room
Light fare will be served.
RSVP: info@roicorp.com or 1-888-764-4145, ext. 242
Click HERE to view.

CRO Live Event: An Overview of Ocular Conditions Presenting in Eye Health Examinations
2019-04-24 09:00 - 10:00 (America/Toronto) | Serendipity Labs, Nashville TN, 159 4th Ave N, Nashville, TN, 37219
In the course of conducting routine eye examinations to write or update prescriptions for new spectacles or contact lenses, patients may often present with clinical signs & symptoms of an underlying ocular condition that will require immediate and/or extraordinary attention. This program has been designed to review both the diagnostic criteria for these conditions as well as the latest treatment and management regimens for non-traumatic red eye conditions including dry eye diseases (DED), which often presents in an eye examination with red eye.
Diagnosis, Treatment & Management of Non-Traumatic Red Eye Conditions Instructor – Pavan Avinashi OD
Contents: DED, Blepharitis, Chalazion, Conjunctivitis: Allergic, Bacterial and Adenoviral), Herpes Simple, Episcleritis and Scleritis.
Register Now:
COPE Course ID# 49484 / 62294
COPE Event # – 117321 (2 Hours)
Detailed Information Click Here

CRO Live Event: The Optometrists Role in Protecting Patients from the Dangers of UV and HEVL
2019-04-23 15:45 - 18:00 (America/Chicago) | Serendipity Labs, Nashville TN, 159 4th Ave N, Nashville, TN, 37219
While the human eye is a marvel of evolution, the manner in which our eyes are used in our modern digital age has changed dramatically in the last few decades. The subject of Ultraviolet (UV) radiation and human response to High Energy Visible Light (HEVL) – also referred to as “blue light” – is widely mentioned in consumer media and debated in scientific and academic circles.
In response to the increasingly recognized adverse affects of both UV and HEVL in the digital age, the optical industry has created various solutions to reduce patients’ risk.
This program provides a review of the impact of UV radiation and HEVL and brings awareness to the impact on the visual system and overall human health. Various product solutions and patient communications strategies can be deployed to help primary eye care practitioners answer patients’ question. This course will help primary eye care practitioners educate and inform patients and choose appropriate strategies.
This is a 2 hour COPE CE event including the following COPE approved courses:
Sunshine has a dark side:
Course ID# 62239-PM
Instructor Gregory Naes
Safe versus unsafe claims in blue light management
Course ID# 59642-PM
Instructor. Mr. Gregory Naes
COPE Event# 117310
Limited spaces available.
More information: Click Here
REGISTER NOW FOR THIS EVENT:

OAO 2019 Symposium and Infomart
2019-04-12 - 2019-04-14 | Westin Harbour Castle, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Vision Saskatchewan - April 2019
2019-04-10 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Toronto) | Alberta
The SK Chapter of the Opticians Association of Canada would like to invite you to join us for a evening of professional learning. Attendance at this event is in-person only.
For more information, visit OAC Live or contact the Opticians Association of Canada.

NSSDO Annual Education & AGM 2019
2019-04-07 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Toronto) | DoubleTree by Hilton Halifax Dartmouth, 101 Wyse Road, Dartmouth, NS, B3A 1L9, Canada

Inside Optics Spring 2019
2019-03-31 07:00 - 18:00 (America/Toronto) | Riviera Event Space, 2800 Hwy 7, Concord, ON, L1K 1W8, Canada
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN FOR INSIDE OPTICS 2019!
We have a lot of great things in store for next year’s marquee event… including NEW VENUE!
Inside Optics 2019 will be held at Riviera Events & Convention Centre in Vaughan to better accommodate our valued members, guests and industry partners. This venue has plenty of space to network and learn, has an amazing menu, and is accessible via TTC (just a few minutes walk from Vaughan Metropolitan Centre Station)!
REGISTER ONLINE
REGISTER BY EMAIL/FAX (Download pdf form)

Vision Expo East 2019
2019-03-21 - 2019-03-24 | Alberta
Over 700 exhibitors and thousands of exhibit staff will interact with over 15,000 key buyers, ophthalmic professionals and key decision-makers, introduce new products and services, gain greater visibility for your company, and expose their brands to media coverage in US and international trade outlets.

Vision British Columbia
2019-03-10 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Toronto) | Sheraton Vancouver Guildford Hotel, 15269 104 Ave, Surrey, BC, Canada
The BC Chapter of the Opticians Association of Canada would like to invite you to join us for a day of professional learning. Attendance at this event is in-person only.
For more information, visit OAC Live or contact the Opticians Association of Canada.

Mido 2019
2019-02-23 - 2019-02-25 | FIERAMILANO, Milan, Italy

Buying an Optometry Practice - Ottawa
2019-02-07 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Toronto) | BMO Ottawa, 979 Bank Street, 6th Floor, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Join ROI Corporation and BMO for a lively discussion:– Factors affecting value– Financing options– Understanding key numbers– How to choose the right practice
Light fare will be served
Click HERE for all the details.

Transitions Academy 2019
2019-02-03 - 2019-02-06 | JW Marriott Grande Lakes, Orlando, FL, United States
Learning, Networking, and More at
Transitions Academy
Transitions Academy is one of the most recognized and unique educational events in the optical industry. Hundreds of industry professionals from across North America – and from around the world – attend each year. Attendees participate in professional development and product technology workshops, hear from experts on marketing and industry trends, and learn from their peers at panel discussions.
