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A Day of Education with Transitions Optical
2022-11-02 10:00 - 15:30 (America/Toronto) | Virtual
This virtual event will give attendees the opportunity to expand their knowledge with insights from industry experts on photochromics, solutions for younger patients, light management and the latest Transitions lens products –Transitions XTRActive Polarized and Transitions XTRActive new generation.

Comic Vision 2022 Event
2022-10-27 18:00 | Liberty Grand Entertainment Complex, 25 British Columbia Rd, Toronto, Ontario, M6K 3C3, Canada
Comic Vision is one of Canada’s original and most beloved comedy events. Comic Vision has been bringing people together since 1999, spreading hope and humour coast-to-coast raising a game-changing $10 million for Fighting Blindness Canada, in support of ground-breaking research developing cures and treatments for vision loss.

AAO Optifair
2022-10-21 17:00 - 20:00 | Edmonton Convention Centre, 9797 Jasper Ave, Edmonton, Alberta, T5J 1N9, Canada

AAO Annual Conference
2022-10-20 - 2022-10-22 | Edmonton Convention Centre, 9797 Jasper Ave, Edmonton, Alberta, T5J 1N9, Canada

VisionPlus EXPO 2022 DUBAI
2022-10-19 - 2022-10-21 | Ontario
The global optical business seems set for rebuilding and reclaiming lost ground. VisionPlus EXPO 2022 invites the optical world to come to Dubai for a true celebration of eyewear (19-20-21 october 2022)

VisionPlus EXPO 2022
2022-10-19 - 2022-10-21 | Festival City Arena Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

OPTIFAIR CANADA 2022
2022-10-16 09:30 - 16:30 | Terrace Banquet Centre, 1680 Creditstone Road, Vaughan, Ontario, L4K 5T4, Canada
There are almost 1,000 attendees at our events plus we are the only show in Canada that hosts all 3 O’s,
Ophthalmologists, Optometrists and Opticians, along with their sales and support staff, all under the same roof.
Our trade shows provide industry suppliers with the opportunity to showcase their products and services and reach
a large portion of their target market all in one day. Our floor plan ensures that every booth is in a premium
location with high traffic flow. Give your company even more exposure by becoming a sponsor. Sponsorships
range from lecture spots in our main programs, coffee breaks, breakfast and lunch, etc.

Western Conference 2022
2022-10-15 - 2022-10-16 | Delta Hotels Burnaby Conference Centre, 4331 Dominion Street, Burnaby, British Columbia, V5G 1C7, Canada
Your national Association, in partnership with your local chapter, will be hosting the Western Conference 2022 at the Delta Hotels Burnaby Conference Centre, 4331 Dominion Street, Burnaby, BC on October 15 & 16, 2022.
The Western Conference 2022 is a 2-day event which will feature 6 continuing education lectures, and for whom chooses to attend, workshops will also be available on a first-come, first-served basis. All continuing education will be mapped out for Opticians practicing in BC and AB, so they can complete their Continuing Competency Program. Our continuing education program will also be sent for accreditation for Opticians practicing elsewhere in Canada.
On Saturday evening, supper will be served at our trade show. This social event will be the occasion to interact more with your friends, peers, industry partners, College and association representatives.
We and our sponsors want you to fully enjoy your weekend, so for this reason a hotel room IS INCLUDED with your registration.

Student Night & Job Fair
2022-10-14 18:00 - 21:00 | Delta Hotels Burnaby Conference Centre, 4331 Dominion Street, Burnaby, British Columbia, V5G 1C7, 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 of music, beverages and appetizers.
** STUDENTS: If you are looking for employment, be sure to bring your resume **

This event is open to all students currently enrolled in an Optical Training Program, faculty, and special guests.

The Optical Metaverse (Virtual)
2022-10-07 | Virtual
BUILDING A SUCCESSFUL BUSINESS INSIDE OF THE METAVERSE REQUIRES IMAGINATION AT A NEW LEVEL. SEE THE BEGINNING OF THE POSSIBILITIES OF THIS NEW WORLD.

CONNECT KINGSTON ONTARIO
2022-10-05 17:00 - 21:00 | Landmark Cinemas, 120 Dalton Avenue, Kingston, Ontario, K7K 0C3, Canada
Your national association, the Opticians Association of Canada, will be touring Ontario at the beginning of October.
Meet us from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM at one of the luxury theaters listed below, to watch three of our 2022 exclusive continuing education lectures. You can already smell the warm popcorn mixed with butter… Do not worry, your cravings will be satisfied as concessions will be provided.
Registrations also include the access to our accredited bonus feature lecture that will be accessible on-demand from the OAC APP.

CONNECT KITCHENER ONTARIO
2022-10-04 17:00 - 21:00 | Landmark Cinemas, 135 Gateway Park Drive, Kitchener, Ontario, N2P 2J9, Canada

CONNECT LONDON ONTARIO
2022-10-03 17:00 - 21:00 | Landmark Cinemas, 983 Wellington Road South, London, Ontario, N6E 3A9, Canada

AGM 2022
2022-10-02 09:30 - 11:30 | Virtual
Free event for all Ontario Opticians, 1 pg credit and 1 hour of self directed learning!

CONNECT SASKATCHEWAN 2022
2022-10-02 08:00 - 17:00 | The Hotel Saskatchewan, Autograph Collection, 2125 Victoria Ave, Regina, Saskatchewan, S4P 0S3, Canada
Happy to be back in person, the Opticians Association of Canada will be in Regina on October 2, 2022 for a day of continuing education. Meet us at the fabulous The Hotel Saskatchewan, Autograph Collection, watch with us OAC’s 2022 exclusive CE lectures, participate in the SCO Annual General Meeting and earn 8 CE credits.

VIEW POINT TORONTO
2022-10-02 08:00 - 15:30 | Toronto Reference Library, 789 Yonge Street, Toronto, Ontario, M4W 2G8, Canada
Join us in-person for a full day of informative sessions from leaders in vision care and research. Topics include:

Age-related vision loss, including age-related macular degeneration, glaucoma, and cataracts
Optogenetics and stem cells
New research into inherited retinal diseases
Updates on innovative treatments and clinical trials

MAO Fall 2022 Continuing Education
2022-09-30 19:00 - 2022-10-02 12:45 | Elkhorn Resort, Spa and Conference Centre Onanole, Manitoba, 3 Mooswa Dr E, Onanole, Onanole, Manitoba, R0J 1N0, Canada

NBAO CE & AGM
2022-09-29 - 2022-10-01 | Hilton Garden Inn, Fredericton, 620 Queen St, Fredericton, Fredericton, New Brunswick, E3B 1C2, Canada
We are meeting Live and In Person
OD Continuing Education & Reception are Thursday
Continuing Education & Trade Show are Friday
& the Business Meeting is Saturday
Conference Venue: Fredericton Convention Centre
Host Hotel: Hilton Garden Inn, Fredericton

CONNECT ALBERTA 2022
2022-09-28 17:00 - 21:00 | Landmark Cinemas, 955 Tamarack Way NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T6T 0X2, Canada
Your national association, the Opticians Association of Canada, will be in Alberta in September.
Meet us from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM at one of the luxury theaters listed below, to watch three of our 2022 exclusive continuing education lectures. You can already smell the warm popcorn mixed with butter… Do not worry, your cravings will be satisfied as concessions will be provided.
Registrations also include the access to our accredited bonus feature lecture that will be accessible on-demand from the OAC APP.

CONNECT ALBERTA 2022
2022-09-27 17:00 - 21:00 | Landmark Cinemas, 100-16061 MacLeod Trail SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2Y 3S5, Canada

CONNECT MANITOBA 2022
2022-09-25 08:00 - 17:00 | Landmark Cinema, Grant Park,, Unit 127 - 1120 Grant Ave, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3M 2A6, Canada
Making our way over to the prairies, the Opticians Association of Canada will be hosting an event in Winnipeg on September 25, 2022 at the wonderful Grant Park Landmark Cinema. Running from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM we hope to see you there from a full day of learning.

2022 New Grad Bootcamp
2022-09-25 | Virtual
New Grad Bootcamp provides recent graduates with a better understanding of optometric profession in British Columbia. The one-day seminar provides practical tools, information, and advice to ensure new ODs get the most out of their profession for years to come. This event is geared towards New Grads within their first 3 years of practice after graduation, but all are welcome to attend!

2022 Fall Virtual Symposium
2022-09-25 | Virtual
This year’s Fall Symposium conference will be held virtually, so be sure to take this opportunity to engage with speakers and colleagues over presentations on engaging topics in Optometry. The conference will be FREE for BCDO members, and attendees will be able to gain COPE-accredited CE credits. An in-person evening social will also be held on Sunday, September 24 as part of the Fall Symposium weekend- be sure to mark your calendars!

SILMO Paris Optical Fair
2022-09-23 - 2022-09-26 | Center Paris Nord Villepinte, Paris, France
SILMO Paris, Live the experience! This annual trade show takes place at the exhibition Center Paris Nord Villepinte (Paris) , and welcomes the professional of the optical & eyewear sector (opticians, optometrists, ophtalmologists, manufacturers,…).

InVision 2022
2022-09-22 17:00 | 99 Cornish Avenue, 99 Cornish Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3C 1A2, Canada
How sweet it will be to gather together for the return of our signature fall event! Eager attendees will enjoy this gorgeous black-tie affair with a delicious dinner, exuberant entertainment, and the opportunity to bid on exciting prizes.​ We anticipate a jubilant, joyous night and hope you can join us!

Gene Agnostic Therapies
2022-09-22 15:00 - 16:15 | Virtual
Over the past few years we have talked a lot about the promise of gene therapy – treatments designed for a specific gene, like Luxturna for RPE56. There is growing interest now in therapies that are not designed for a specific gene – but instead may be able to treat many mutations causing at disease. These potential treatments are called gene agnostic therapies.
In this webinar, join us for a conversation with Dr. Daniel Chung, chief medical officer at SparingVision, which is developing a gene-agnostic therapy to preserve cone vision in people with retinitis pigmentosa, Usher syndrome, and related conditions.

Vision Expo West 2022
2022-09-14 - 2022-09-17 | Sands Expo & Convention Center, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
Join your colleagues in Las Vegas Nevada for Vision Expo West

9th International Congress of Behavioral Optometry
2022-08-25 - 2022-08-28 | Ottawa, ON K2P 1B9, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
ICBO is a global optometric congress that celebrates the collaborative nature of our profession. It brings people together from many countries, many disciplines, many backgrounds and many stages of their careers.

2022 Vision Therapy Canada - Annual Conference and AGM
2022-08-19 - 2022-08-21 | Ottawa, Ontario, Ontario, Canada
Save the date.
Vision Therapy Canada 2022 AGM and Annual Conference will be held in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

2022 VTC Conference on Vision & Learning
2022-08-19 | The Westin Ottawa, 11 Colonel By Dr, Ottawa, Ontario, K1N 9H4, Canada
Vision Therapy Canada is dedicated to enhancing optometric education and public awareness of Vision Therapy and Visual Rehabilitation, and has a reputation for delivering high quality educational content and an exceptional conference experience for optometrists and vision therapists alike. Join us this August at The Westin Ottawa for the 2022 VTC Conference on Vision & Learning, where you’ll have the opportunity to meet and network with hundreds of optometrists and vision therapists! This year we are excited to welcome international lecturers Dr. John Abbondanza and Dr. Nancy Torgerson as our highlighted speakers at the conference.
