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A call for nominations was announced in July to fill two seats in District 5. Four candidates self-nominated to run in this year’s elections. Voting will open on September 27,…more

Consider volunteering with the College as a Coach.  Share your knowledge and expertise, and work with your fellow practitioners, while making a lasting impact on the vision and eye health…more

The College of Optometrists of Ontario (College) is inviting organizations and/or individual professionals to submit proposals to modernize the standards of practice reference guide for optometrists. The Optometric Practice Reference…more

Council held a special Council meeting on June 28, 2023. Council approved the following two motions by special resolution: The next Council meeting is set for Friday, September 15, 2023….more

It’s that time of year again! We’re looking for optometrists to join Council or serve on a College committee. Bring your perspective and experience to our work! Help us achieve…more

Council met in a hybrid environment on Friday, June 23 and passed several motions that were brought forward from various committees. Please see the details below: Registration Council passed three…more

As of September 1, 2023, there will be changes to which eye exams are covered by the Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP). The details of those changes can be found…more

Council met in a hybrid environment on Friday, March 31. Council learned about disabilities and accessibility from DEI speaker, Ms. Lorin MacDonald, and passed three motions. Please see below:  CPMF …more

Overview The College Performance Measurement Framework (CPMF) is a standardized reporting tool that was launched by the Ministry of Health in 2020. Through the CPMF, regulatory colleges are required to…more

On April 14, 2022 the Ontario Government passed the Pandemic and Emergency Preparedness Act, 2022. This Bill requires regulatory health colleges to put in place an Emergency Class of Registration,…more