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Eye on the Industry Podcast Celebrates One-Year Anniversary with Special Reflection Episode

Thursday, June 18 2026 | 11 h 18 min | Eye on the Industry Podcast

The latest episode of the Eye on the Industry podcast marks a significant milestone as co-hosts Christine Zeggil and Isabelle Tremblay celebrate the...

HOYA Vision Care and Centennial Optical Announce Significant Multi-Year Investment in Canadian Opticianry and Optometry Education

Friday, October 24 2025 | 15 h 56 min | News

Through their shared commitment to investing in education and growth opportunities within the optical industry, HOYA Vision Care, Canada, and...

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Visionary Women: Leaders in Eyewear & Eye Care

Friday, January 3 2025 | 08 h 47 min | Practice Management

By Shan Khan, RO In this and subsequent issues, Optik spotlights remarkable women leaders shaping the future of our industry Their diverse...

Explore the Latest ZEISS Lens Innovations

ZEISS will host ZEISS Innovation 2026, a one-hour online event introducing new lens solutions designed to help ECPs strengthen their premium portfolio and grow prescription wear sales.

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The Vision Council Releases New Research on Sunglasses Non-Wearers

A new report from The Vision Council examines why 37% of U.S. adults do not wear sunglasses, pointing to comfort, fit, style and habit-related barriers as key factors.

Switching Gears

From Change Islands to practice ownership and independent sales, follow Michelle Skinner’s journey through the Atlantic Canada optical industry. A story of honesty, grit, and resilience.

EssilorLuxottica and Meta Launch New Meta Glasses Collection

EssilorLuxottica and Meta have introduced Meta Glasses, a new AI-enabled eyewear collection aimed at expanding access to smart glasses with Rx-able styles and multiple lens options.

Latest CORE Publication Focuses on AI & Myopia Management

Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to rapidly transform myopia...

ZEISS Innovation 2026 - Webinar Invitation

Explore the Latest ZEISS Lens Innovations

ZEISS will host ZEISS Innovation 2026, a one-hour online event introducing new lens solutions designed to help ECPs strengthen their premium portfolio and grow prescription wear sales.

Learn More

The Vision Council Releases New Research on Sunglasses Non-Wearers

A new report from The Vision Council examines why 37% of U.S. adults do not wear sunglasses, pointing to comfort, fit, style and habit-related barriers as key factors.

Switching Gears

From Change Islands to practice ownership and independent sales, follow Michelle Skinner’s journey through the Atlantic Canada optical industry. A story of honesty, grit, and resilience.

EssilorLuxottica and Meta Launch New Meta Glasses Collection

EssilorLuxottica and Meta have introduced Meta Glasses, a new AI-enabled eyewear collection aimed at expanding access to smart glasses with Rx-able styles and multiple lens options.

Latest CORE Publication Focuses on AI & Myopia Management

Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to rapidly transform myopia...

Explore the Latest ZEISS Lens Innovations

ZEISS will host ZEISS Innovation 2026, a one-hour online event introducing new lens solutions designed to help ECPs strengthen their premium portfolio and grow prescription wear sales.

Learn More

The Vision Council Releases New Research on Sunglasses Non-Wearers

A new report from The Vision Council examines why 37% of U.S. adults do not wear sunglasses, pointing to comfort, fit, style and habit-related barriers as key factors.

Switching Gears

From Change Islands to practice ownership and independent sales, follow Michelle Skinner’s journey through the Atlantic Canada optical industry. A story of honesty, grit, and resilience.

EssilorLuxottica and Meta Launch New Meta Glasses Collection

EssilorLuxottica and Meta have introduced Meta Glasses, a new AI-enabled eyewear collection aimed at expanding access to smart glasses with Rx-able styles and multiple lens options.

Latest CORE Publication Focuses on AI & Myopia Management

Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to rapidly transform myopia...

Explore the Latest ZEISS Lens Innovations

ZEISS will host ZEISS Innovation 2026, a one-hour online event introducing new lens solutions designed to help ECPs strengthen their premium portfolio and grow prescription wear sales.

Learn More

The Vision Council Releases New Research on Sunglasses Non-Wearers

A new report from The Vision Council examines why 37% of U.S. adults do not wear sunglasses, pointing to comfort, fit, style and habit-related barriers as key factors.

Switching Gears

From Change Islands to practice ownership and independent sales, follow Michelle Skinner’s journey through the Atlantic Canada optical industry. A story of honesty, grit, and resilience.

EssilorLuxottica and Meta Launch New Meta Glasses Collection

EssilorLuxottica and Meta have introduced Meta Glasses, a new AI-enabled eyewear collection aimed at expanding access to smart glasses with Rx-able styles and multiple lens options.

Latest CORE Publication Focuses on AI & Myopia Management

Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to rapidly transform myopia...

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Eye on the Industry Podcast Celebrates One-Year Anniversary with Special Reflection Episode

HOYA Vision Care and Centennial Optical Announce Significant Multi-Year Investment in Canadian Opticianry and Optometry Education

Visionary Women: Leaders in Eyewear & Eye Care

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Explore the Latest ZEISS Lens Innovations

The Vision Council Releases New Research on Sunglasses Non-Wearers

Switching Gears

EssilorLuxottica and Meta Launch New Meta Glasses Collection

Latest CORE Publication Focuses on AI & Myopia Management

Explore the Latest ZEISS Lens Innovations

The Vision Council Releases New Research on Sunglasses Non-Wearers

Switching Gears

EssilorLuxottica and Meta Launch New Meta Glasses Collection

Latest CORE Publication Focuses on AI & Myopia Management

Explore the Latest ZEISS Lens Innovations

The Vision Council Releases New Research on Sunglasses Non-Wearers

Switching Gears

EssilorLuxottica and Meta Launch New Meta Glasses Collection

Latest CORE Publication Focuses on AI & Myopia Management

Explore the Latest ZEISS Lens Innovations

The Vision Council Releases New Research on Sunglasses Non-Wearers

Switching Gears

EssilorLuxottica and Meta Launch New Meta Glasses Collection

Latest CORE Publication Focuses on AI & Myopia Management