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Optometrists Warn Ontarians of the Scary Health Risks of Wearing Halloween Cosmetic Contact Lenses
Every year at Halloween there is a rush of people looking to add a spooky finishing touch to their costume by wearing cosmetic contact lenses.
Optometrists Tell Ontarians to Stop Making “Eyescuses”
This May for Vision Health Month, the OAO is launching its “Eyescuses” campaign which calls on Ontarians to stop making excuses and to book an eye exam with their local optometrist.
Be on the lookout for signs of a vision problem in your child
March Break is quickly approaching, and remember to keep your child’s vision care and eye health at top of mind.
Five ways to be EYE safe on Family Day
When planning your Family Day winter activities, be sure to think about the safety of your family’s eyes.
Ontario Association of Optometrists Appoints Justin A. Brown as CEO
TORONTO, January 7, 2019 – The Ontario Association of Optometrists (OAO) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Justin Brown
Ontarians in the Dark on Eye Care Options
New study finds only four per cent of Ontarians would visit an optometrist first for common eye-related health issues.
Eye See…Eye Learn Ontario Partners with Plastic Plus and Modern Optical Canada
The OAO is pleased to announce the continuation of its Eye See…Eye Learn program for 2018-19, made possible by the support of its new industry partners.
Ontario’s Optometrists Call on Parents to Get Their Children’s Eyes Checked
As children are settling into the new school year, it’s important that they are seeing properly. It’s a perfect time for parents to make sure their child is ready to learn.
Optometry Week 2017: a glance into the world of optometry
Optometry Week, consisting of 30-minute meetings between OAO members and their local MPP, serves to strengthen an MPP’s understanding of what optometry brings to Ontarians.
