Federal Advocacy

 

What Is Bill C-284?

In June 2022, the Honorable MP Judy Sgro (Humber River - Black Creek) introduced Bill C-284: An Act to establish a national strategy for eye care. The bill aims to improve eye care and invest in vision research to address preventable blindness.

 

View our key goals for Bill C-284: An Act to establish a national strategy for eye care (CAO Infographic)

 

The time is now! Enrol in CAO's advocacy training!

CAO offers advocacy training to our member optometrists interested in engaging with their provincial Senators.

In 30 minutes over Zoom, you will learn our priorities at the federal level and more about how the federal government can demonstrate leadership in vision policy. You will learn how to speak to your local politician in terms they understand, leaving you with tips and tricks for meeting success.

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