River, new from AYA Eyewear, is a classic style with intricately detailed Eagle metalwork by Donald Chretien. Available in gorgeous horn acetate or classic black. This frame will truly stand out from the crowd and satisfy that customer that wants a unique look that they can wear every day.
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New Look Vision announced on May 10th that the nominees listed in the management information circular dated March 29, 2018 were elected as directors of New Look Vision.
Each of the following seven (7) nominees proposed by management was elected as a director of New Look Vision:
Source: New Look Vision Group
The Vision Council has announced that James Rosin of Rosin Eyecare will serve as the inaugural Chair of the recently formed Optical Retail Division. Stuart Jolly of Sam’s Club/Wal-Mart has been named as Vice Chair.
“We’re thrilled to add Jamie and Stuart to the team as we grow the Optical Retail Division. Their input will be invaluable to the development of the Division’s programs and services, ensuring that we’re meeting our members’ needs and addressing their concerns,” said Ashley Mills, CEO of The Vision Council. “The Division, under their leadership, will enhance our ongoing efforts to support a healthy optical marketplace and broaden the resources available to The Vision Council’s six other operating divisions, and to allow our programs and services to better reflect the whole of the optical industry.”
As Chair of the Optical Retail Division, James will also serve on The Vision Council Board of Directors.
The American Academy of Optometry announces the launch of a brand new online CE and resource platform, Academy Online.
Users can find a collection of session recordings from past annual meetings as well as distance learning credits. This initiative is aimed at assisting optometrists and vision scientists in obtaining new knowledge and staying on top of current trends while earning CE hours outside of the annual meeting. Content can be viewed at any time using any device that connects to the Internet.
Currently uploaded content includes video footage of the 2016 Plenary Session, “Today’s Research, Tomorrow’s Practice®: Current State of Health Care and Research,” featuring world renowned author and speaker Malcolm Gladwell, and several sessions from Academy 2017 Chicago.
Users can also browse posters from the 2016 Scientific Program and interact with the presenters via discussion threads. Academy members have complimentary access to Academy Online and non-members can access the content for a fee.
Click HERE for the full press release.
VuePoint IDS Inc, publisher of Optik Magazine, is launching its first annual comprehensive survey of Canadian optical retailers for inclusion in the 2018 Top Optical Retailers report this fall.
First results from the survey will be published in the July-August digital and print issues of Optik. The survey includes optical retail revenue for the period ending December 31, 2017, as well as location information, e.g. the number of optical dispensing doors in the country for each retail banner.
Canadian optical retailers with annual revenue in excess of $20 million CAD are invited to participate. The Top Canadian Retail survey form can be downloaded here.
A Vision Monday, published by Jobson Medical Information LLC, publishes a Top 50 Optical Retail report for the USA market. The report includes sales and units for the leading USA optical retailers and compares them to prior years. The US report is now online at Vision Monday.
MIDO has released the exhibitor list for its 2026 edition, returning to Milan with around 1,200 exhibitors, new exhibition areas, and expanded industry programming.
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The World Council of Optometry has announced the theme for World Optometry Week 2026, emphasizing collaboration as a cornerstone of global eye care.
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MIDO has released the exhibitor list for its 2026 edition, returning to Milan with around 1,200 exhibitors, new exhibition areas, and expanded industry programming.
Learn More The World Council of Optometry has announced the theme for World Optometry Week 2026, emphasizing collaboration as a cornerstone of global eye care.
Read More Patients are searching online for answers long before they see their eye doctor, changing how trust, education, and care begin.
Read More Centennial Optical has partnered with Ió:ken Designs to develop and distribute a new Indigenous culturally inspired eyewear collection created in collaboration with Mohawk artist Bruce Boots.
Read More Menicon has announced a change to the distribution of ROSE K lenses in Canada, concluding its licensing agreement with Blanchard Contact Lenses and continuing availability through Art Optical.
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MIDO has released the exhibitor list for its 2026 edition, returning to Milan with around 1,200 exhibitors, new exhibition areas, and expanded industry programming.
Learn More The World Council of Optometry has announced the theme for World Optometry Week 2026, emphasizing collaboration as a cornerstone of global eye care.
Read more Patients are searching online for answers long before they see their eye doctor, changing how trust, education, and care begin.
Read more Centennial Optical has partnered with Ió:ken Designs to develop and distribute a new Indigenous culturally inspired eyewear collection created in collaboration with Mohawk artist Bruce Boots.
Read more Menicon has announced a change to the distribution of ROSE K lenses in Canada, concluding its licensing agreement with Blanchard Contact Lenses and continuing availability through Art Optical.
Read more MIDO has released the exhibitor list for its 2026 edition, returning to Milan with around 1,200 exhibitors, new exhibition areas, and expanded industry programming.
Learn More The World Council of Optometry has announced the theme for World Optometry Week 2026, emphasizing collaboration as a cornerstone of global eye care.
Read more Patients are searching online for answers long before they see their eye doctor, changing how trust, education, and care begin.
Read more Centennial Optical has partnered with Ió:ken Designs to develop and distribute a new Indigenous culturally inspired eyewear collection created in collaboration with Mohawk artist Bruce Boots.
Read more Menicon has announced a change to the distribution of ROSE K lenses in Canada, concluding its licensing agreement with Blanchard Contact Lenses and continuing availability through Art Optical.
Read more
