Advocacy
Resources
Tools and Materials for OAO Advocacy
Access tools, campaign materials, policy documents and updates supporting OAO’s advocacy work across Ontario.
Find resources related to OHIP negotiations, Scope of Practice, member advocacy campaigns and recent communications.
OHIP Negotiations
Access shareable tools and materials to support OAO’s OHIP negotiations, including social media posts, infographics, posters, and key messages for members.
Social Media Posts
Infographics
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For Healthcare ProvidersVision Care
Committed to strengthening Ontario’s frontline eye-care system by modernizing the scope of practice.
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For Healthcare ProvidersReady to Deliver
Invest in Ontario’s vision care model to align with your health: A plan for connected and convenient care.
Posters
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For Healthcare ProvidersThis Eye Exam Does More Than You Think
Key Messages for Members
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Member Engagement Key Messages
Campaign overview
Scope of Practice Resources
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Proposed Changes to Scope of Practice, July 2024
OAO proposal for changes to the optometry scope of practice, July 2024.
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College of Optometrists of Ontario: Letter to the Minister of Health
Letter from the College of Optometrists of Ontario to the Minister of Health.
Advocacy Communications
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Advocacy Update February 4
Update to members on the progress of OAO advocacy.
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Advocacy Update February 13
Update to members on the progress of OAO advocacy.
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Advocacy Update February 27
Update to members on the progress of OAO advocacy.
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Advocacy Update March 13
Update to members on the progress of OAO advocacy.
Advocacy Reports
Auditor General’s Report 2025
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Oversight of Access to Primary Care
Auditor General of Ontario, 2025 Annual Report.
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Oversight of Medical Education in Family Medicine
Auditor General of Ontario, 2025 Annual Report.
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Oversight of Physician Billing
Auditor General of Ontario, 2025 Annual Report.



