Yesterday, CAO council members from across the country had a fantastic opportunity to connect with around 100 students at the University of Waterloo School of Optometry & Vision Science/Waterloo Eye Institute and Canadian Association of Optometry Students (CAOS/ACÉO) representatives. We enjoyed discussing the work of the CAO, answering questions, and sharing insights as students consider their future transition into practice. Thank you to the University of Waterloo for hosting us and making this meeting possible!
Canadian Association of Optometrists
Hospitals and Health Care
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Healthy eyes and clear vision for all Canadians. For life. Des yeux en santé, une vision claire pour tous les Canadiens.
About us
The Canadian Association of Optometrists is the national voice of optometry, providing leadership and support to its members to enhance the delivery of healthy eyes and clear vision for all Canadians. L’Association canadienne des optométristes est le porte-parole national de l’optométrie. Elle fournit un leadership et du soutien à ses membres afin de promouvoir des yeux en santé et une vision claire pour tous les Canadiens et Canadiennes. The CAO is dedicated to collaboratively advancing the highest standard of primary eye care through the promotion of optimal vision and eye health, in partnership with all Canadians. Doctors of Optometry are independent primary health care providers and represent the front line of vision health. ODs practice in a range of settings: most work in private practice, others work in clinics, hospitals, community health centres, corporate optometry, research, teaching and administration. Optometry is a regulated profession. A Doctor of Optometry completes a Bachelor of Science degree or higher, followed by a four year Doctor of Optometry degree from an accredited university’s school of optometry. Each year, approximately 130 new ODs graduate from the two Canadian schools of optometry (University of Waterloo and Université de Montréal). In addition, there are Canadian graduates from US schools of optometry who return to Canada to practice and internationally trained ODs. Upon completion of the optometry degree, the graduate is required to satisfy provincial licensing requirements in the province or territory in which they intend to practice. This process includes a national examination administered by the Canadian Examiners in Optometry (CEO). Licensure by the provincial or territorial governing body is required. These requirements ensure the public receives the highest standards of optometric care.
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https://opto.ca/
External link for Canadian Association of Optometrists
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- Hospitals and Health Care
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- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Ottawa, Ontario
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- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1941
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234 Argyle Ave
Ottawa, Ontario K2P, CA
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Today, the CAO council members had the pleasure of visiting the University of Waterloo School of Optometry & Vision Science/Waterloo Eye Institute! Our council members had the pleasure of touring the labs and meeting with researchers, gaining valuable insights into the innovative research being conducted in vision science. Thank you to the University of Waterloo for hosting our meeting! Up next, our council members are looking forward to meeting with students this evening!
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October 10th is #WorldSightDay! CAO is joining the International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB) in prioritizing Children’s Eye Health on world sight day, and everyday! Together, we are reminding parents, caretakers, teachers and young people everywhere that eye health is vital! It is never too soon to #LoveYourEyes. 💙💙💙💙 Le 10 octobre, c’est la Journée mondiale de la vue ! L’ACO se joint à l'Agence internationale pour la prévention de la cécité (IAPB) pour faire de la santé oculaire des enfants une priorité lors de la Journée mondiale de la vue, et tous les jours ! Ensemble, nous rappelons aux parents, aux tuteurs et tutrices, aux enseignant.e.s et aux jeunes du monde entier que la santé oculaire est primordiale ! Il n'est jamais trop tôt pour « aimer ses yeux ».
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En octobre, nous lançons une nouvelle campagne nationale en partenariat avec l'Association des optométristes du Nouveau-Brunswick, l'Association des optométristes de l'Île-du-Prince-Édouard, l'Association des optométristes de Terre-Neuve-et-Labrador et l'Association des optométristes de la Nouvelle-Écosse. Cette campagne numérique vise à sensibiliser le public sur les risques réels associés à la myopie, devenue une crise mondiale de santé publique. Nous encourageons les familles à gérer leur santé oculaire en prenant rendez-vous avec leur optométriste pour un examen complet de la vue régulièrement. Merci à nos commanditaires Alcon, CooperVision et SUN PHARMA Canada pour leur soutien! https://lnkd.in/dNf-47e7
faut y voir : VOTRE VUE, VOYEZ-Y. CONSULTEZ VOTRE OPTOMÉTRISTE.
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This October, we have released a new national campaign in partnership with the New Brunswick Association of Optometrists, Prince Edward Island Association of Optometrists, Newfoundland and Labrador Association of Optometrists and Nova Scotia Association of Optometrists. This digital campaign aims to shatter misconceptions and reveal the real risks associated with #myopia which has evolved into a global public health crisis. We are encouraging families to take control of their eye health, booking regular comprehensive eye exams with their optometrists. Thank you to our sponsors Alcon, CooperVision and SUN PHARMA Canada for their support! To learn more, visit: https://lnkd.in/gDn8SmzY https://lnkd.in/dBHUWCrR
Canadian Association of Optometrists | One optometrist. One vision. And a license to treat.
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Octobre est le mois de la santé visuelle des enfants ! La myopie est l’une des principales causes de la perte de vision et devrait toucher près de 50 % de la population mondiale d’ici 2050. Cette épidémie progresse de plus en plus rapidement, surtout parmi les enfants d’âge scolaire. Cette année, brisons les idées fausses et révélons les risques réels associés à la myopie, devenue une crise mondiale de santé publique qui exige notre attention immédiate. Aidez-les à voir plus loin ! https://lnkd.in/gPr5kRuw
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October is #ChildrensVisionMonth, and we’re encouraging all parents to help their children see farther! #Myopia is one of the leading causes of vision loss, impacting an estimated 50% of the world’s population by 2050. A rising epidemic among school-aged children, especially, Myopia is progressing at a faster rate than ever before. This year, let’s shatter misconceptions and reveal the real risks associated with myopia which has evolved into a global public health crisis demanding our immediate attention. Get ready to see farther! https://lnkd.in/gDn8SmzY
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September is Sports Eye Safety Month! Eye injuries that happen while playing sports can be prevented by using protective eyewear! Gear up – all athletes should consider protective eyewear as part of their equipment! Get #EyeWise and talk to an optometrist about the best options for your sport and your eyes
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Septembre est le mois de la sécurité oculaire dans le sport ! Les blessures oculaires qui surviennent lors de la pratique d’un sport peuvent être évitées en utilisant des articles de lunetterie de protection. Equipez-vous - tous les athlètes devraient considérer les lunettes de protection comme faisant partie de leur équipement ! #FautYVoir. Consultez votre optométriste pour connaître les meilleures options pour votre sport et vos yeux
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