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Francis de Lara Recognized at NOW Awards as Suzanne Sendel Agency Takes on Canadian Distribution
Wednesday, March 18 2026 | 13 h 34 min | News
Francis de Lara was recognized as a double finalist at the NOW Awards during Vision Expo 2026, as Suzanne Sendel Agency signed on to distribute the collection in Canada and parts of the United States.
Read MoreWoodys SS26: Audacity with a Purpose
Wednesday, March 18 2026 | 12 h 18 min | Fashion Frames, Optik Magazine
Woodys presents its SS26 collection through a fashion-forward reinterpretation of its Unique Bakery campaign, featuring 44 new models, premium European materials, and bold new expressions in optical and sunwear.
Read MoreAltris AI and Captify Win 2026 VSP Vision Innovation Challenge at Vision Expo
Tuesday, March 17 2026 | 14 h 35 min | News
Altris AI and Captify were named the Judge’s Winner and Audience Choice Winner of the 2026 VSP Vision Innovation Challenge at Vision Expo in Orlando.
Read MoreOptometry Giving Sight Names Karen Walsh to Board of Directors
Tuesday, March 17 2026 | 13 h 33 min | News
Optometry Giving Sight has announced the appointment of Karen Walsh, Senior Director of Global Professional Affairs at CooperVision, to its Board of Directors.
Read MoreNOW Awards Winners Announced at Vision Expo 2026
Friday, March 13 2026 | 14 h 15 min | News
The winners of the 2026 NOW Awards by Vision Expo were revealed on March 12 in Orlando during Vision Expo 2026. Honouring excellence in eyewear design and innovation, the awards recognized leading brands, designers, and emerging talent across seven categories.
Read MoreCentennial Optical Launches Roots Sunglasses Collection
Thursday, March 12 2026 | 11 h 44 min | News
Centennial Optical introduces Roots Sunglasses, a Canadian-designed Rx-ready sunwear collection combining contemporary style, UV protection and accessible pricing.
Read MoreSpecsavers Names Jane Hoban Managing Director for Canada
Thursday, March 12 2026 | 11 h 17 min | News
Specsavers names Jane Hoban Managing Director of its Canadian operations as the company enters its next phase of growth with more than 270 stores nationwide.
Read MoreWomen Researchers Advancing Vision Health on International Women’s Day
Thursday, March 12 2026 | 09 h 57 min | News
On International Women’s Day, researchers across Canada are recognized for their contributions to advancing vision health and preventing vision loss.
Read MoreAmerican Academy of Optometry Announces 2026 Retina Summit in Indianapolis, Indiana
Thursday, March 12 2026 | 09 h 42 min | News
The American Academy of Optometry’s 2026 Retina Summit will bring clinicians together in Indianapolis for focused education on retinal disease and emerging technologies.
Read MoreNew Research Highlights Opticians’ Key Role in Contact Lens Care
Thursday, March 12 2026 | 08 h 35 min | News
A new See Tomorrow report from the Contact Lens Institute highlights the vital role opticians play in contact lens care and identifies strong interest in additional professional education.
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