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The College has completed its Fair Registration Practices Report for 2016. Read it here

The Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care (MOHLTC) has announced it has expanded the list of drugs that optometrists may prescribe for the treatment of eye and vision conditions. As of…more

In late fall of last year, the College circulated several proposed amendments to the Registration Regulation and College by-laws: the addition of a good character clause, the addition of a…more

The College, in collaboration with the College of Opticians of Ontario, has drafted a guide for optometrists and opticians working together in practice. “Records: Optometrists and Opticians Working Together” explains…more

At its January 16, 2017 meeting, College Council approved a reduction of 50% in annual fees for non-practising members, effective for the 2017 annual renewal period. To read how this…more

The College Council met on Monday, January 16, 2017. Here are some highlights: Executive Committee Election Council has three new officers on its 2017 Executive Committee: Dr. Pooya Hemami, PresidentDr….more

December 14, 2016 – In an effort to protect Ontario patients, the College, in partnership with the College of Opticians of Ontario, has initiated a legal proceeding against Essilor Group…more

Effective December 1, 2016, most patients receiving social assistance (ODSP or OW) will no longer be issued a paper drug card as proof of social assistance eligibility. Instead, optometrists can…more

Members – Join the College on Friday, November 4 at the Hilton Suites Hotel and Conference Centre in Markham, where we’ll be holding our annual town hall meeting and reception…more

Our 2015 annual report, with audited financial statements, is now online (PDF).