The National Youth Council believes in recognizing youth with sight loss. That’s why it created the Leadership Award to celebrate people going above and beyond to make a difference in their community, province or country.
One winner is selected yearly and presented with a plaque and $250 prize. Their accomplishments are also shared across CNIB’s national social media channels.
The application form can be found HERE.
Application Due Date: September 20, 2020
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Lacoste Eyewear introduces a new sunglass style that is committed to social
responsibility. These adult and junior sunglasses from the eco-friendly Capsule
Collection are crafted using recycled injected material: each frame is made up of five
recycled PET water bottles, with biodegradable lenses. The Beach Pak collection comes with a dedicated pouch, made with a mix of recycled PET bottles and organic cotton.
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Essilor presents the most recent innovation in coatings: Crizal® Rock™, the best combination against scratches and smudges.
The Crizal Rock coating offers scratch resistance due to the unique High-Resistance Technology, together with ease of cleaning, while preserving the main attributes of the Crizal coating: reduced glare, UV protection and dust- and water-repellent properties. This technology combines specific oxides known for their dust, scratch and temperature resistant properties.
All these performances have been confirmed by a new rigorous test protocol: the Lifeproof multi-test. It combines technical, real-life and torture tests to assess the resistance of a lens to wearers’ hectic lives. Crizal Rock is at the cutting edge of innovation and technology.
Designed to deal with the unpredictability of everyday life and eyeglass wearers’ expectations of product durability without compromising clarity of vision, Crizal Rock is protected by five international patents.
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The American Academy of Optometry Foundationannounces Carolyn N. Chakuroff, OD, MS, as this year’s recipient of the Alfred A. Rosenbloom, Jr., Low Vision Residency Award.
Dr. Chakuroff is a graduate of The Ohio State University College of Optometry and an Ocular Disease/Low Vision Rehabilitation resident at the Kansas City VA Medical Center (KCVA).
This award is intended to promote the practice and development of the field of low vision by providing incentive and support to sustain talented optometric residents who demonstrate a passion and commitment to practice, research, and education.
Dr. Chakuroff presented an impressive resume of experience in clinical research, volunteer service, and poster presentation experience, thus earning this prestigious award.
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The American Academy of Optometry Foundation (AAOF) announces Charlotte Yiyi Wang, OD as this year’s recipient of the Hopkins Comprehensive Eye Care Award. Dr. Wang is a graduate of the University of California, Berkeley School of Optometry, and primary care/community health resident at the Meredith W. Morgan University Eye Center.
The award is intended to promote the practice and development of comprehensive eye care by providing incentive and support to talented optometric residents who demonstrate a passion and commitment to further clinical experience, research, and education.
Dr. Wang presented an impressive resume of experience in clinical research, volunteer service, and lecture presentations, thus earning this prestigious award.
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The Students of Vision Scholarship Program, presented by Transitions Optical and the Opticians Association of Canada, challenges future eye care professionals to develop a creative initiative that helps young adults better understand the impact of light on visual comfort, performance and everyday life. Top submissions will receive scholarships and smart eyewear equipped with Transitions lenses.
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A new Vision Council report shows most adults with digital eye strain symptoms never seek care, underscoring the importance of eyecare providers in guiding patients.
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Applications are now open for the MIDO AWARDS 2027, including the CSE Award, CSE Corporate Award and Best Store Award, recognizing sustainability, innovation and excellence across the global optical industry.
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Kevin rode four miles to a Healing California Pop-Up Vision Clinic supported by OGS, where he received a full exam and prescription bifocals at no cost—improving his safety, independence, and quality of life.
Read more Optometry Giving Sight has awarded nearly $1 million in 2026 grants to 20 organizations worldwide, supporting sustainable optometry education, school eye health programs, and community-based primary eye care across six continents.
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The Students of Vision Scholarship Program, presented by Transitions Optical and the Opticians Association of Canada, challenges future eye care professionals to develop a creative initiative that helps young adults better understand the impact of light on visual comfort, performance and everyday life. Top submissions will receive scholarships and smart eyewear equipped with Transitions lenses.
Learn More A new Vision Council report shows most adults with digital eye strain symptoms never seek care, underscoring the importance of eyecare providers in guiding patients.
Read More Applications are now open for the MIDO AWARDS 2027, including the CSE Award, CSE Corporate Award and Best Store Award, recognizing sustainability, innovation and excellence across the global optical industry.
Read More Kevin rode four miles to a Healing California Pop-Up Vision Clinic supported by OGS, where he received a full exam and prescription bifocals at no cost—improving his safety, independence, and quality of life.
Read More Optometry Giving Sight has awarded nearly $1 million in 2026 grants to 20 organizations worldwide, supporting sustainable optometry education, school eye health programs, and community-based primary eye care across six continents.
Read More
The Students of Vision Scholarship Program, presented by Transitions Optical and the Opticians Association of Canada, challenges future eye care professionals to develop a creative initiative that helps young adults better understand the impact of light on visual comfort, performance and everyday life. Top submissions will receive scholarships and smart eyewear equipped with Transitions lenses.
Learn More A new Vision Council report shows most adults with digital eye strain symptoms never seek care, underscoring the importance of eyecare providers in guiding patients.
Read more Applications are now open for the MIDO AWARDS 2027, including the CSE Award, CSE Corporate Award and Best Store Award, recognizing sustainability, innovation and excellence across the global optical industry.
Read more Kevin rode four miles to a Healing California Pop-Up Vision Clinic supported by OGS, where he received a full exam and prescription bifocals at no cost—improving his safety, independence, and quality of life.
Read more Optometry Giving Sight has awarded nearly $1 million in 2026 grants to 20 organizations worldwide, supporting sustainable optometry education, school eye health programs, and community-based primary eye care across six continents.
Read more The Students of Vision Scholarship Program, presented by Transitions Optical and the Opticians Association of Canada, challenges future eye care professionals to develop a creative initiative that helps young adults better understand the impact of light on visual comfort, performance and everyday life. Top submissions will receive scholarships and smart eyewear equipped with Transitions lenses.
Learn More A new Vision Council report shows most adults with digital eye strain symptoms never seek care, underscoring the importance of eyecare providers in guiding patients.
Read more Applications are now open for the MIDO AWARDS 2027, including the CSE Award, CSE Corporate Award and Best Store Award, recognizing sustainability, innovation and excellence across the global optical industry.
Read more Kevin rode four miles to a Healing California Pop-Up Vision Clinic supported by OGS, where he received a full exam and prescription bifocals at no cost—improving his safety, independence, and quality of life.
Read more Optometry Giving Sight has awarded nearly $1 million in 2026 grants to 20 organizations worldwide, supporting sustainable optometry education, school eye health programs, and community-based primary eye care across six continents.
Read more
