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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

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

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

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.

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 LONDON ONTARIO
2022-10-03 17:00 - 21:00 | Landmark Cinemas, 983 Wellington Road South, London, Ontario, N6E 3A9, 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 KINGSTON ONTARIO
2022-10-05 17:00 - 21:00 | Landmark Cinemas, 120 Dalton Avenue, Kingston, Ontario, K7K 0C3, Canada

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

VisionPlus EXPO 2022 DUBAI
2022-10-19 - 2022-10-21 | New Brunswick
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)

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

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

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.

A Day of Education with Transitions Optical
2022-11-02 10:00 - 15:30 | 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
2022-11-04 18:30 - 22:30 | River Rock Casino Resort, 8811 River Road, Richmond, BC, V6X 3P8

Opticianry Student Night!
2022-11-05 19:00 - 23:00 | Vaughan Ballroom, Sheraton Parkway Toronto North Hotel & Suites, 600 Hwy 7, Richmond Hill, Richmond Hill, Ontario, L4B 1B2, Canada
Featuring:
Prizes – Games – DJ – Cash Bar
Networking Opportunities with Industry Leaders
Connecting with Other Opticianry Students

Meet the future
Future Employers – Future Opticians – Future Colleagues

Focus ON Optics 2022 (Formerly Specialty Symposium) Conference & Tradeshow! ​
2022-11-06 08:30 - 17:30 | Sheraton Parkway Toronto North Hotel & Suites, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Come see your favourite vendors, your colleagues and get excited for all our excellent speakers!

THE Myopia Meeting Canada
2022-11-06 10:00 - 17:00 | Toronto, Details available on website , Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Join us for a day packed with information and education on myopia, myopia management, ask the experts, sponsor displays, hands-on workshops and much more. Highlights of the program are below.
• Overcoming Obstacles to Incorporating Myopia Management Services into Your Primary Care Practice
• 4 Hours of COPE-Approved CE
• Workshops to hone your skills, and learn more
• Explore the latest technology from our sponsors

BUYING AN OPTOMETRY PRACTICE
2022-11-07 18:00 - 20:30 | Kitchener-Waterloo Deer Ridge Golf Club, 200 Deer Ridge Dr, Kitchener, ON, Kitchener, Ontario, N2P 2K5, Canada
Join ROI Corporation for a lively discussion about the factors you need to consider when buying your own practice.
Topics that will be discussed include:

Which factors affect the value of the practice
What financing options are available
Understanding key numbers
How to choose the right practice for you

DATES:
November 7: Kitchener-Waterloo Deer Ridge Golf Club
November 14: East Toronto Delta Toronto East Hotel
November 21: Mississauga ROI North, Streetsville

The Future of AMD Management Has Arrived
2022-11-07 20:00 - 22:00 | Virtual
This CE course is designed to enhance clinicians’ ability to detect and manage early, intermediate, and late stages of AMD, leading to timely referral for treatment and optimal long-term visual outcomes.

Identifying and Managing Keratoconus in Clinical Practice
2022-11-09 19:00 - 21:00 | Virtual
Are you ready to conquer keratoconus? This lecture focuses on the modern management of keratoconus, early diagnosis, how to stop progression and rehabilitate vision. We will cover everything from methods to detect keratoconus earlier, an overview of corneal collagen cross-linking, and contact lens and surgical treatment options. Recognizing the methods to manage keratoconus sooner will shift the treatment paradigm for patients to improve quality of life, reduce the economic burden of the disease and avert vision loss. Join Melissa Barnett, OD, FAAO, FSLS, FBCLA and John D. Gelles, O.D., F.I.A.O., F.C.L.S.A., F.S.L.S., F.B.C.L.A. explore identifying and managing Keratoconus.

Dry Eye Innovation Summit
2022-11-11 - 2022-11-13 | Sheraton Toronto Airport Hotel & Conference Centre, 801 Dixon Road, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
-November 11 – Dry Eye Innovation Summit
This event is a place for sponsors of the event to showcase new and exciting technologies in optometry.
This is a live event that is broadcasted on Youtube and Facebook.
-November 12-13 Dry Eye Summit
Canada’s Premiere Dry Eye Meeting – 10+ COPE hours for CE
This event is for OD’s and assistants.
We will have speakers, panel discussions, q&a and sponsor speakers.
We will have a dedicated assistant track for this event. The track will have hands on demonstration and classroom learning.
Tradeshow

NSAO Conference & Vision Expo 2022
2022-11-12 - 2022-11-13 | The Westin Scotian, 1181 Hollis St, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 2P6, Canada
NSAO is proud to present the 2022 AGM & Conference live this year, November 12 & 13th at The Westin Nova Scotian. This conference will provide flexibility and accessibility to meet the individual needs of all our member/delegates.
You can participate in meetings with associates and friends and plan to attend a very exclusive vendor expo on Saturday. Goal is to have all guest speakers to present live.
The Westin Scotian offers travelers both a relaxing interlude as well as a central location to an array of restaurants, nightlife, and attractions. Located in the Halifax Seaport District, along the Halifax Harbour and minutes from Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21, Scotiabank Centre and Halifax Seaport Farmers’ Market. Modern, upscale rooms and suites offer luxurious accommodations with contemporary amenities. Take in the stunning views of the Halifax Harbour while relaxing in signature Heavenly® Beds.

Diabetes Webinar
2022-11-14 19:00 - 19:45 | 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)
