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Council met on Friday, December 8, 2023 for a regularly scheduled meeting. During this meeting Council approved two motions that were brought forward by the Audit/Finance/Risk Committee. Audit/Finance/Risk CommitteeCouncil approved…more

We are pleased to announce the results for the recent Council Election to fill two seats in District 5 (Provincial). The following optometrists have been elected for three-year terms starting…more

Council met in a hybrid environment on Friday, September 15 where they received a presentation on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion from Dr. Carys Massarella, M.D., and passed several motions from…more

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