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COO Media Release
College of Opticians of Ontario Responds to CBC Marketplace Program on Eyewear.
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Public Awareness: A Cautionary Tale
 Online purchasing has made its way into virtually every aspect of life. In many cases, shopping on the Internet is easy and convenient and provides a quality, reliable service. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. The attraction of buying prescription eyewear over the Internet is that it may be faster or cheaper than visiting an optical store. But at what cost?
Toronto Star Newspaper articles - November 25, 2011, Life Section
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‘Focus on the future’ pages L1-2 and
‘A cautionary contact lens tale’ page L2. (PDF)
Reproduced with permission by Torstar Syndication Services
 The College Viewpoint
Protecting the Public
Newsletter - March 2012 (pdf)
ELECTION RESULTS 2011
The College of Opticians held elections for three (3) districts on Thursday, November 24, 2011. The three districts up for election were District 1 (SOUTHERN ONTARIO), District 5 (TORONTO), and District 8 (CENTRAL ONTARIO).
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New Address Change Form
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NOTICE: Filing of Amended Registration Regulation
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Council Meetings:
Monday May 14, 2012
Time: 9:00am – 4:30pm
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**Please note the Council may make a motion at the beginning of the meeting that a portion of the meeting be held in-camera as provided for in the Regulated Health Professions Act 1991, Procedural Code Section 7 (2)(b).
Tuesday September 25, 2012*
Time: 9:00am – 4:30pm
*Annual General Meeting – Time TBD
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Monday December 3, 2012
Time: 9:00am – 4:30pm
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Council meetings are typically held at the College of Opticians of Ontario, Toronto. Please check with the office beforehand for the latest time(s).
Location: College of Opticians of Ontario – Boardroom.
Council meetings are open for observation by the public.
Space is limited; please call 1.800.990.9793 or 416.368.3616 ext. 200, 48 hours prior to the meeting date to confirm your attendance.
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National Public Awareness Initiative
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An optician is a licensed professional trained to help you see better – whether you’re near or far-sighted, or have low vision due to more complex eye health issues.
It’s reassuring to know the profession of Opticianry in Ontario is regulated and governed by strict standards to protect your vision and ensure opticians provide you care of the highest standard. |
 Legislative amendments to the Regulated Health Professions Act 1991, includes an object for colleges “To promote and enhance relations between the College and its members, other health profession colleges, key stakeholders, and the public”. This college supports a public awareness campaign initiative with the best interest of serving and protecting the public in mind as it relates to Ontario Opticians. The College of Opticians of Ontario has piloted this project through the beginning stages with the intent to educate. The college in conjunction with National Opticianry Groups will use our website, newsletter and events to promote ongoing updates and progress. This college continues to be mindful of our Mission and Vision statements. The College’s mission is to serve and protect the public interest through effective regulation of the practice of Opticianry. The college’s vision is to be recognized and valued as a progressive accessible organization that ensures the public’s right to quality vision care while providing accountable leadership in the self regulation of Opticians.
Protecting the Public – Make an informed choice
Choose only a qualified Licensed Optician; an Optician
Registered with this College.
Look for:
• Your Optician's Photo ID Badge, administered by the College
• Your Optician's certificate displayed prominently
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Great Glasses Updates
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