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DaTE 2026 Opens Exhibitor List and Registration for Napoli Edition

Friday, May 29 2026 | 11 h 48 min | News

DaTE has released the exhibitor list for its 2026 edition and opened registration for visitors and press ahead of this year’s event in...

Francis de Lara Recognized at NOW Awards as Suzanne Sendel Agency Takes on Canadian Distribution

Wednesday, March 18 2026 | 13 h 34 min | News

Independent eyewear brand Francis de Lara is gaining new momentum following its recognition at the NOW Awards during Vision Expo 2026 in Orlando,...

NOW Awards Winners Announced at Vision Expo 2026

Friday, March 13 2026 | 14 h 15 min | News

The winners of the NOW Awards by Vision Expo were announced during a ceremony held Thursday, March 12 at the NOW Stage during Vision Expo 2026,...

The Optical Foundry Refreshed Brand Identity and Website

Tuesday, September 30 2025 | 09 h 37 min | News

The Optical Foundry has introduced a refreshed brand identity, including a new logo, updated brand guidelines, and a redesigned website that offers...

Eye on the Industry Podcast Episode 4: Buying Groups and the Power of Community for Independents

Friday, September 26 2025 | 10 h 09 min | Eye on the Industry Podcast

The latest episode of Eye on the Industry podcast, sponsored by The Optical Group, brings together two seasoned Canadian opticians—Rachel Hill of...

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New Section 301 Tariffs Could Add Cost Pressure for the Optical Industry

As Section 122 duties near expiration, proposed new Section 301 tariffs tied to forced labour concerns could affect optical industry supply chains, including frames, lenses and components sourced from multiple countries.

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Roots Sunglasses Bring Canadian Style Outdoors

Centennial Optical introduces Roots Sunglasses, a proudly Canadian lifestyle sunwear collection designed for outdoor living, contemporary style, everyday performance, and exceptional value.

Limited-Edition Oakley MUZM FatCat Returns from the Archive

Oakley is bringing back the MUZM FatCat, a Y2K-era silhouette from its 2004 archive, with updated Prizm Lens Technology and two limited-edition colourways.

Bausch + Lomb Launches Blink® Triple Care Preservative Free Lubricant Eye Drops in the U.S.

Bausch + Lomb has launched Blink Triple Care Preservative Free eye drops in the United States, offering a preservative-free option designed to provide instant, long-lasting relief for dry eye symptoms.

Ray-Ban and A$AP Rocky Expand the Puffer Collection for Spring/Summer 2026

Ray-Ban and A$AP Rocky introduce the Puffer Evolution collection for Spring/Summer 2026, featuring oversized silhouettes, new colourways, mirrored lenses and crystal detailing across iconic Ray-Ban styles.

New Section 301 Tariffs Could Add Cost Pressure for the Optical Industry

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Roots Sunglasses Bring Canadian Style Outdoors

Centennial Optical introduces Roots Sunglasses, a proudly Canadian lifestyle sunwear collection designed for outdoor living, contemporary style, everyday performance, and exceptional value.

Limited-Edition Oakley MUZM FatCat Returns from the Archive

Oakley is bringing back the MUZM FatCat, a Y2K-era silhouette from its 2004 archive, with updated Prizm Lens Technology and two limited-edition colourways.

Bausch + Lomb Launches Blink® Triple Care Preservative Free Lubricant Eye Drops in the U.S.

Ray-Ban and A$AP Rocky Expand the Puffer Collection for Spring/Summer 2026

New Section 301 Tariffs Could Add Cost Pressure for the Optical Industry

Learn More

Roots Sunglasses Bring Canadian Style Outdoors

Centennial Optical introduces Roots Sunglasses, a proudly Canadian lifestyle sunwear collection designed for outdoor living, contemporary style, everyday performance, and exceptional value.

Limited-Edition Oakley MUZM FatCat Returns from the Archive

Oakley is bringing back the MUZM FatCat, a Y2K-era silhouette from its 2004 archive, with updated Prizm Lens Technology and two limited-edition colourways.

Bausch + Lomb Launches Blink® Triple Care Preservative Free Lubricant Eye Drops in the U.S.

Ray-Ban and A$AP Rocky Expand the Puffer Collection for Spring/Summer 2026

New Section 301 Tariffs Could Add Cost Pressure for the Optical Industry

Learn More

Roots Sunglasses Bring Canadian Style Outdoors

Centennial Optical introduces Roots Sunglasses, a proudly Canadian lifestyle sunwear collection designed for outdoor living, contemporary style, everyday performance, and exceptional value.

Limited-Edition Oakley MUZM FatCat Returns from the Archive

Oakley is bringing back the MUZM FatCat, a Y2K-era silhouette from its 2004 archive, with updated Prizm Lens Technology and two limited-edition colourways.

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DaTE 2026 Opens Exhibitor List and Registration for Napoli Edition

Francis de Lara Recognized at NOW Awards as Suzanne Sendel Agency Takes on Canadian Distribution

NOW Awards Winners Announced at Vision Expo 2026

The Optical Foundry Refreshed Brand Identity and Website

Eye on the Industry Podcast Episode 4: Buying Groups and the Power of Community for Independents

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New Section 301 Tariffs Could Add Cost Pressure for the Optical Industry

Roots Sunglasses Bring Canadian Style Outdoors

Limited-Edition Oakley MUZM FatCat Returns from the Archive

Bausch + Lomb Launches Blink® Triple Care Preservative Free Lubricant Eye Drops in the U.S.

Ray-Ban and A$AP Rocky Expand the Puffer Collection for Spring/Summer 2026

New Section 301 Tariffs Could Add Cost Pressure for the Optical Industry

Roots Sunglasses Bring Canadian Style Outdoors

Limited-Edition Oakley MUZM FatCat Returns from the Archive

Bausch + Lomb Launches Blink® Triple Care Preservative Free Lubricant Eye Drops in the U.S.

Ray-Ban and A$AP Rocky Expand the Puffer Collection for Spring/Summer 2026

New Section 301 Tariffs Could Add Cost Pressure for the Optical Industry

Roots Sunglasses Bring Canadian Style Outdoors

Limited-Edition Oakley MUZM FatCat Returns from the Archive

Bausch + Lomb Launches Blink® Triple Care Preservative Free Lubricant Eye Drops in the U.S.

Ray-Ban and A$AP Rocky Expand the Puffer Collection for Spring/Summer 2026

New Section 301 Tariffs Could Add Cost Pressure for the Optical Industry

Roots Sunglasses Bring Canadian Style Outdoors

Limited-Edition Oakley MUZM FatCat Returns from the Archive

Bausch + Lomb Launches Blink® Triple Care Preservative Free Lubricant Eye Drops in the U.S.

Ray-Ban and A$AP Rocky Expand the Puffer Collection for Spring/Summer 2026