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Diabetes Webinar
2022-11-14 19:00 - 19:45 (America/Toronto) | Virtual
Have you been diagnosed with diabetes? Did you know diabetes is a leading cause of blindness in Canada? Join optometrist Dr. Monzer Al-Bekai and learn how diabetes can affect your eye health, what you can do to manage possible issues, and how to maintain your eye health. You will have an opportunity to submit your questions during the presentation. Register for this free virtual presentation today. Seeing is a gift that deserves protecting!

Eyes On 2023
2022-11-18 - 2022-11-20 | Virtual
If you’re looking to make next year your best year, you won’t want to miss Eyes On 2023. At the last and largest virtual eyecare event of the year, join us for 9 hours of free COPE-approved CE and CME from leading optometrists and ophthalmologists around the world. Choose from a vast catalog of expert-led topics and case studies moving the needle in eyecare today—and return to your practice with fresh insight about emerging trends in ophthalmic research, new pharmaceutical developments, and unique therapeutic applications that will elevate patient care in 2023.

WATERLOO EYE INSTITUTE ANNUAL FALL CONFERENCE AND TRADE SHOW
2022-11-18 - 2022-11-20 | Hilton Markham Suites Hotel and Conference Centre, 8500 Warden Ave, Markham, Ontario, L6G 1A5, Canada
The Vision Institute had a long tradition of providing high quality educational programming at their annual fundraising event and we look forward to carrying on this tradition for a different fundraising cause. 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.
The event includes: 20 hours COPE-approved live continuing education for Optometrists | WEI Reception (Friday) | 6 hours live education for Optometric Assistants and Staff (Saturday only) | Trade Show (Saturday)

The Opticians Association of Canada (OAC) Annual General Meeting
2022-11-20 11:30 - 12:30 | Virtual
The Opticians Association of Canada (OAC) Annual General Meeting will take place online on Sunday, November 20th, 2022 from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM Central Standard Time and will be presented in English.
All OAC members are encouraged to attend. The OAC AGM will not be eligible for CE credits.

The OAC Meeting Package is available in the AGM section on the dashboard of the OAC Member Portal.

Member Billing Webinar
2022-11-21 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual
The AAO recognizes the importance of correct billing and that it can be a challenging learning curve for even the most experienced optometrist. Join us for a virtual billing information webinar on Monday, November 21. This is an opportunity to learn about billing resources, definitions, what is and isn’t covered, the most common billing errors, and review the billing basics with examples.

Connect Nova Scotia
2022-11-27 13:00 - 17:00 | Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel, 1919 Upper Water St, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3J 3J5, Canada
Connecting Students and Opticians.

opti Munich
2023-01-13 10:00 - 2023-01-15 17:00 | Fairground Messe München, Munich, Germany
opti opens its trade fair halls in Munich – and you can be there! From 13 to 15 January 2023, the optical industry will meet to find out about trends and news. Experience the latest products live, exchange ideas with international creatives and experts. opti will offer all this and more again in 2023.

Dry Eye Spotlight 2: Measurement
2023-01-31 | Virtual
ST. LOUIS (December 8, 2022) The World Council of Optometry (WCO) and Alcon have opened registration for “Dry Eye Spotlight 2: Measurement,” the second in a series of global dry eye disease education webinars. The January 31 webinar, led by Professor James Wolffsohn and featuring Professors Jennifer Craig and Lyndon Jones, explores the signs and symptoms of dry eye and how to confirm a diagnosis. In this installment, the expert faculty shares evidence-based, practical methods for adopting measurement techniques and highlights those which are available without additional investment in instrumentation.

MIDO 2023
2023-02-04 - 2023-02-06 | RHO Fiera Milano, Milan, Italy
MIDO reserves new opportunities for exhibitors every year and, through innovative and well-finished installations, offers emotions to its visitors.

The Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) Clinical Trial Landscape
2023-02-21 16:00 - 17:15 | Virtual
Join FBC this February to raise awareness during AMD-Awareness month!
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of vision loss in people over the age of 55, affecting approximately 2.5 million Canadians.
In this new webinar, we will sit down with Dr. Tom Sheidow for a discussion about the current state of therapies for dry and wet AMD. We will cover types of treatments, treatment outcomes and what is coming in the future.
There will be time for audience questions. You can ask them live, or email us in advance at education@fightingblindness.ca.

100% Optical 2023
2023-02-25 10:00 - 2023-02-27 17:00 | ExCel London, 1 Western Gateway Royal Victoria Dock, London, United Kingdom
Since launching in 2014, 100% Optical has quickly established itself as the largest and ONLY optical event in the UK, attracting 9,680 UK and international visitors with more than 200 exhibitors.
Organised in partnership with the Association of Optometrists (AOP), the annual show provides a platform for professionals to:
Source the latest eyewear, contact lenses, technology and solutions for their businesses
Gain invaluable CPD points as part of our world-leading education programme
Network with fellow industry peers through one-to-one meetings and parties.
The 9th edition of 100% Optical will take place on 25 – 27 February at London’s ExCeL.

Vision Expo East 2023
2023-03-16 - 2023-03-19 | Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, New York, NY, USA

2023 Spring Symposium - Gonioscopy Workshop
2023-03-18 09:00 - 2023-03-19 14:30 | British Columbia
Saturday, March 18 – Calgary
Sunday, March 19 – Edmonton
This is a packed day of lectures and hands-on activities directed at learning gonioscopy techniques, the implementation of gonioscopy in current practice in the diagnosis and management of glaucoma, and the utilization of gonioscopy in advanced scope procedures. Plan on gaining hands-on skills in the practical portion of the workshop. Lunch will be provided. The workshop content presented will be identical in both cities.

OAC Student Night & Job Fair 2023
2023-03-24 18:00 - 21:00 | Sheraton Parkway Toronto North Hotel & Suites, Toronto, Ontario, 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 **
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Free bus transportation is being provided to and from Student Night. Transportation is available for all students and faculty of all Opticianry Programs and will be accessible from Georgian College (Barrie Campus) and Seneca College (Newnham Campus). Any student enrolled in an Opticianry Program at any educational institution can make use of this free transportation at any campus. NAIT Students, this includes you!
This event is open to all students currently enrolled in an Optical Training Program, faculty, and special guests.

OPTIFAIR CANADA 2023
2023-03-26 09:30 - 16:30 | Terrace Banquet Centre 1680 Creditstone Road, Vaughan, Ontario, 1680 Creditstone Rd, Concord, Ontario, L4K 5T4, Canada
Why Choose Optifair Canada Trade Shows?
• Optifair Canada Trade Shows are the only trade shows and CE conferences in Canada that cater to
Optometrists and Opticians under the same roof
• There are almost 1,000 attendees at our events
• We are a Canadian independent non-political organization serving the industry since 1994
• Our trade shows are the best return on your investment
• We believe in industry being a partner in education

AOE Optifair
2023-03-26 09:30 - 16:30 | Terrace Banquet Centre 1680 Creditstone Road, Vaughan, Ontario, 1680 Creditstone Rd, Concord, Ontario, L4K 5T4, Canada

CONNECT QUEBEC 2023 Montreal
2023-03-29 17:00 - 21:30 | Cineplex, Cinéma Banque Scotia Montréal, 977 rue Sainte-Catherine Ouest, Montréal, Quebec, H3B 4W3, Canada
Your national association, the Opticians Association of Canada, will be touring Quebec at the end of March!
Meet us from 5:00 PM to 9:30 PM at one of the Cineplex theaters listed below, to watch three of our 2023 exclusive continuing education French lectures. The lectures will begin at 6:00 PM.
You can already smell the warm popcorn and sweets, can’t you? Don’t worry, your cravings will be satisfied! Concessions will be provided. What are you waiting for? Save your seat today!

Opportunities & Options for New Optometrists
2023-03-29 19:30 - 21:30 | University of Waterloo – School of Optometry & Vision Science, 200 Columbia Street West, Waterloo, Ontario, N2L 3G1, Canada
Join NextGenOD ambassadors Jenny Lee (OD-4 Waterloo) and Nyah Miranda (OD-1 NECO) as they discuss opportunities and options for new Canadian Optometrists. Recent OD graduates and optometry students ready to consider career opportunities will find the agenda of interest. Agenda includes:

Peer learning and expert advice
Nearly $1000 of Prizes – Free stuff
Complimentary COPE CE Credit

Click here to view agenda, speakers and prizes.
Live Event at University of Waterloo & Livecast on ZOOM
This event is co-presented by Bausch + Lomb Canada and
Eye Care Business Canada https://www.eyecarebusiness.ca/nextgenodwebinar/

CONNECT QUEBEC 2023 Gatineau
2023-03-30 17:00 - 21:30 | Cineplex, Cinéma Starcité Gatineau, 115 boulevard Du Plateau, hull, Quebec, J9A 3G1, Canada

2023 OAO Symposium and InfoMart
2023-04-01 - 2023-04-02 | Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel, 123 Queen St W, Toronto, Ontario, M5H 2M9, Canada
Continuing Education on April 1 and 2
Includes: Optometric Assistant Program on April 1
President’s Luncheon and OAO Awards Presentation
InfoMart Trade Show on April 1
AGM on April 2
Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel
Delegate registration will open in the New Year (2023)

SILMO SINGAPORE
2023-04-12 - 2023-04-14 | Suntec Singapore Exhibition and Convention Centre, 1 Raffles Blvd, Suntec City, Singapore
SILMO Singapore aims to be the key annual event for the eyewear and optics world.
It is the place where brands and the opticians meet tomorrow’s business and their future success.

Innovative Glaucoma Treatments: MIGS and More
2023-04-12 15:00 - 16:15 | Virtual
Join FBC as we talk to Dr. Patrick Gooi about innovative treatments for glaucoma. One of the new and exciting prospects in the treatment of glaucoma is called MIGS, or Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgeries. MIGS devices can be helpful in managing intraocular pressure in the early stages of glaucoma, thereby reducing patients’ reliance on medication. In addition to MIGS, we will discuss other innovative treatments being investigated.

2023 MAO/MPAO
2023-04-14 - 2023-04-15 | The Fairmont Winnipeg, 2 Lombard Place, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3B 0Y3, Canada
Spring continuing education & annual general meeting at Fairmont Winnipeg, MB.

2023 HR 201 Virtual Series
2023-04-17 19:00 - 20:30 | Virtual
Diversity & Inclusion – April 17, 7-8:30PM
Managing Mental Health – May 1, 7-8:30PM
Motivation at Work – May 15, 7-8:30PM
Respect in the Workplace – May 29, 7-8:30PM
Effective Communication Techniques & Tips – June 12, 7-8:30PM

**Please note that you must be an active AAO member to attend and that registration is limited.
Registration Opening Soon!

CONNECT BRITISH COLUMBIA 2023
2023-04-20 17:00 - 21:30 | Galaxy Cinemas Nanaimo, 4750 Rutherford Rd #213, Nanaimo, British Columbia, V9T 4K6, Canada
Your national association, the Opticians Association of Canada, will be visiting British Columbia at the end of April!
Meet us from 5:00 PM to 9:30 PM at the Cineplex theater listed below, to watch our 2023 exclusive continuing education English lectures. The lectures will begin at 6:00 PM.
You can already smell the warm popcorn and sweets, can’t you? Don’t worry, your cravings will be satisfied! Concessions will be provided. What are you waiting for? Save your seat today!

ARVO 2023
2023-04-23 - 2023-04-27 | The New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, 900 Convention Center Blvd, new orleans, LA, 70130, United States
Diversity is a hallmark of nature and has provided us with a beautiful natural world. Likewise, there is mechanistic diversity in ocular disease, and we, as vision scientists, are a diverse group with multiple backgrounds and perspectives. Let us embrace and celebrate this diversity at the 2023 ARVO Annual Meeting as we share our research and pursue our common goals of improving people’s vision and lives.

Join us April 23 – 27 in New Orleans, La., for this showcase of new research hosted under the theme, The Beauty of Diversity in Science and Nature.

CONNECT ALBERTA 2023
2023-04-23 08:00 - 17:00 | Galaxy Cinemas Red Deer, 357-37400 Alberta 2, red deer, Alberta, T4E 1B9, Canada
Your national association, the Opticians Association of Canada, will be visiting Alberta at the end of April!
Meet us from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM at the Cineplex theater listed below, to watch our 2023 exclusive continuing education English lectures. The lectures will begin at 9:00 AM.
In addition to our usual meal breaks, concessions will be provided. You can already smell the warm popcorn and sweets, can’t you? What are you waiting for? Save your seat today!

INSIDE OPTICS 2023
2023-04-23 08:30 - 17:30 | Sheraton Parkway Toronto North Hotel & Suites, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
The Ontario Opticians Association is proud to present our Incredible Spring in-person event:

INSIDE OPTICS 2023 & Tradeshow
Sunday April 23rd, 2023
8:30 AM

Doors open at 7:30 AM | Lectures begin at 8:30 AM

Come to Ontario’s most dynamic educational experience!

Inside Optics is a full day of education, networking, tradeshow booths and much more!

CONNECT SASKATCHEWAN 2023 REGINA
2023-04-26 17:00 - 21:30 | Cineplex Cinemas Southland, 3025 Gordon Rd, regina, Saskatchewan, S4S 6H7, Canada
Your national association, the Opticians Association of Canada, will be touring Saskatchewan at the end of April!
Meet us from 5:00 PM to 9:30 PM at one of the Cineplex theaters listed below, to watch three of our 2023 exclusive continuing education English lectures. The lectures will begin at 6:00 PM.
You can already smell the warm popcorn and sweets, can’t you? Don’t worry, your cravings will be satisfied! Concessions will be provided. What are you waiting for? Save your seat today!

SAO CONFERENCE, AGM, AND TRADE SHOW
2023-04-27 - 2023-04-29 | TCU Place in Saskatoon., 35 22 St E, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, S7K 0C8, Canada
The 2023 SAO CE Conference and Trade Show takes place April 27 to 29 at TCU Place in Saskatoon.
The conference will feature high-quality continuing education, the annual general meeting of the association, our first full trade show since 2019, and much more!
