OptikConEd Summer Sale 2026

OptikConEd Summer Special Offers CE Credits Starting at $7.99

Wednesday, August 19 2026 | 14 h 55 min | News

Get Ahead on Your CE Requirements Opticians looking to make progress on their continuing education requirements before the year-end rush can take...

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Seneca College Trade Show: Still Going Strong

Tuesday, March 10 2026 | 11 h 06 min | News

By Shan Khan, RO Being back at the Seneca College Trade Show on February 5 was truly special for me Seeing an event that started years ago in my...

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Closure of Non-Essential Workplaces

Wednesday, March 25 2020 | 15 h 26 min | News

The College of Opticians of Ontario provides additional information regarding the COVID-19 pandemic and how it impacts regulated health...

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Opticians’ College Release COVID-19 Guidelines and Action Plan

Monday, March 16 2020 | 07 h 50 min | News

The College of Opticians of Ontario (COO) have issued a statement to the province's Opticians who, as front-line health care professionals,...

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Transitions Students of Vision 2026 - EN

Students of Vision Challenges Future Eye Care Professionals to Reimagine Light Management

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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New Research Finds Most Adults with Eye Strain Symptoms Skip Professional Care

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 Open for MIDO AWARDS 2027

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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Four Miles to Clear Vision

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.

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Optometry Giving Sight Provides Nearly $1M in Global Program Funding

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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Transitions Students of Vision 2026 - EN

Students of Vision Challenges Future Eye Care Professionals to Reimagine Light Management

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

New Research Finds Most Adults with Eye Strain Symptoms Skip Professional Care

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

Mido awards 2027 logos

Applications Open for MIDO AWARDS 2027

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

Four Miles to Clear Vision

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 Provides Nearly $1M in Global Program Funding

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

Transitions Students of Vision 2026 - EN

Students of Vision Challenges Future Eye Care Professionals to Reimagine Light Management

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

New Research Finds Most Adults with Eye Strain Symptoms Skip Professional Care

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

Mido awards 2027 logos

Applications Open for MIDO AWARDS 2027

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

Four Miles to Clear Vision

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 Provides Nearly $1M in Global Program Funding

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

Transitions Students of Vision 2026 - EN

Students of Vision Challenges Future Eye Care Professionals to Reimagine Light Management

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

New Research Finds Most Adults with Eye Strain Symptoms Skip Professional Care

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

Mido awards 2027 logos

Applications Open for MIDO AWARDS 2027

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

Four Miles to Clear Vision

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 Provides Nearly $1M in Global Program Funding

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