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Decorative Contact Lenses now regulated as Class II medical device with Health Canada

07/26/2016

cosmetic contact lenses, coloured contacts

On July 16, 2016, Health Canada announced that decorative contact lenses (also known as cosmetic, coloured or fashion contact lenses) will be regulated as Class II medical devices in Canada. This means that all manufacturers of decorative contact lens

CAO Featured as Guest Expert Contributor in CMA Demand a Plan Seniors Initiative

05/05/2016

This May, in conjunction with National Vision Health Month, CAO President Dr. Barry Thienes will be featured in the "Expert in the Field" section of the Canadian Medical Association's DemandAPlan.

A comprehensive eye exam can do more than test your vision – it could help save your life

05/04/2016

OTTAWA, May 1, 2016 – May is Vision Health Month, and doctors of optometry are urging Canadians to make eye exams part of their preventative healthcare routines.

Saskatchewan Gains Improved Access to Glaucoma Treatment

01/10/2016

glaucoma, role of optometrists, Saskatchewan, prescribing authority

Saskatchewan Optometrists now have the authority to diagnose, treat and manage glaucoma, including prescribing oral medications.

PEI EXPANDS PRIMARY EYE CARE ACCESS THROUGH OPTOMETRISTS

08/19/2015

expanded services, PEI optometrists, primary care, diabetes

PEI Minister of Health and Wellness Minister Doug Currie, has announced an expansion of primary care services through optometrists.

Health Canada Strengthens Safety Standards for Cosmetic Contacts

07/30/2015

Bill C-313, Cosmetic Contacts, regulation

On July 29, 2015, Federal Health Minister Rona Ambrose, announced that Health Canada is proceeding with regulations that will require identical safety standards for non-corrective (cosmetic) contact lenses as prescription/corrective contact lenses.

Alberta Government Formally Approves Optometry Scope Expansion

06/26/2015

Alberta Government Formally Approves Optometry Scope Expansion

Canadian Patient Charter for Vision Care

06/08/2015

Canadian Patient Charter for Vision, patient-centered care, Vision Health Month

On May 7, 2015, Canada’s leaders in vision health and CNIB came together to make a shared commitment to providing optimal patient-centered care across all stages of the vision loss journey. Their commitment to ensuring that every Canadian receives hig