College of Optometrists of Ontario
Suite 900, 65 St. Clair Ave. E. M4T 2Y3 Toronto, ON, Canada

Highlights from the December 4 Council meeting: goodbye to outgoing Council members; Council approves the new Continuing Education Policy, as well as a fund to support the Internationally Graduated Optometrist Evaluating Examination. Read about the latest Council decisions & discussions: https://www.collegeoptom.on.ca//council-meeting-highlight/... #optometrists #optometry

Ontario #optometrists, annual membership renewal is open through Dec. 15. Submit your Renewal Report and pay member fees via the Member Login: bit.ly/2WNhUsX #optometry

Our next scheduled Council meeting is taking place virtually on Dec. 4 at 9 a.m. Council meetings are open to the public. Guests can join via live stream: https://youtu.be/8Br08aUXmDQ Meeting agenda is available online, briefing materials coming soon: https://www.collegeoptom.on.ca/about-us/council-meetings/ ... #optometrists #optometry

In remembrance of those who lost their lives in service. #RemembranceDay #LestWeForget

Need personal protective equipment (PPE) for your optometry practice? Ontario #optometrists can search the Ontario Government Workplace PPE Supplier Directory: https://covid-19.ontario.ca/how-your-organization-can-hel/... #optometry #COVID19

The College Council is calling a special on Nov. 23 at 12 p.m. to finalize a chair appointment process. Learn more: https://www.collegeoptom.on.ca//special-council-meeting-/ Guests can join via live stream: https://youtu.be/nShn_0C2Peo... #optometry

The College Council is calling a special meeting tomorrow (Nov. 5) at 12 p.m. to amend two committees' Terms of Reference. Learn more: https://www.collegeoptom.on.ca//special-council-meeting-t/ Guests can join via live stream: youtu.be/EEpnLAWcwok ... #optometry

The College Council has called a special meeting on Nov. 23 at 12 p.m. to finalize the Executive Committee election process. Learn more: https://www.collegeoptom.on.ca//special-council-meeting-/ Guests can join via live stream: youtu.be/nShn_0C2Peo... #optometry #optometrist

The College is closed today for Thanksgiving and will reopen tomorrow at 9 a.m. ET collegeoptom.on.ca/contact-us/

The College Council is calling a special meeting on October 15 at 7 p.m. to recast votes on motions presented by the Governance/HR Committee at the Sept. 25, 2020 Council meeting. This is to address a technical error in the voting process regarding amendments to College by-laws. Meeting materials are available here: https://www.collegeoptom.on.ca/about-us/council-meetings/ Guests may join via live stream: https://youtu.be/MiCWR10ayDo

It’s that time of year! Annual member renewal is now open. Renew by Dec. 15 to avoid late fees. Renew and submit fees vail the Member Login: http://bit.ly/2WNhUsX #optometrist #optometry

Optometrists: annual membership renewal opens soon! Starting Nov. 15, optometrists can submit their Renewal Report and pay member fees via the Member Login: http://bit.ly/2WNhUsX Renew by Dec. 15 to avoid late fees. ... #optometrist #optometry

The College Council is calling a special meeting on Nov. 5 to address amendments to committees' Terms of Reference. Learn more: https://www.collegeoptom.on.ca//special-council-meeting-t/ Council meetings are open to the public. Guests can join via live stream: https://youtu.be/EEpnLAWcwok ... #optometry

Ontario optometrists: now's the time to submit your vote for the 2020 Council election! Seven candidates are running for two seats in District 5. Voting closes Oct. 14. Learn more: https://www.collegeoptom.on.ca//2020-council-elections-vo/ ... #optometrists #optometry

Highlights from the September 25 Council meeting: revisions to the COVID-19 Return to Work guidance, approving the College auditor, and amendments to the College by-laws. Read about the latest Council decisions & discussions: https://www.collegeoptom.on.ca//council-meeting-highlight/... #optometrists #optometry

We're hiring! The College is seeking a Manager, Policy and Governance. Apply by Oct. 9, 2020 Learn more: collegeoptom.on.ca/careers/ #jobposting #jobs #JobOpening

Your optometrists will recommend different tests depending on your needs, but no ancillary test is mandatory. Talk to your optometrist about what tests you can expect at your next appointment. Learn more: https://www.collegeoptom.on.ca//its-your-decision-eye-exa/... #optometry #optometrist

DYK more than 100 optometrists volunteer with the College every year? Joining a College committee is a great way to share your knowledge, guide the profession, & work with colleagues. Submit a volunteer application form and CV by Oct. 26... Learn more: https://www.collegeoptom.on.ca//get-involved-with-the-co/ #optometrists #optometry

DYK more than 100 optometrists volunteer with the College every year? Ontario optometrists: consider joining a College committee to share your knowledge, work with colleagues, and contribute to public protection. Submit your application form and CV by Oct. 26... Learn more: https://www.collegeoptom.on.ca//get-involved-with-the-co/ #optometry #optometrist

Ontario #optometrists: time's almost up to submit your self-nomination for the 2021 Council election. Submit by 4 p.m. tomorrow. Learn how you can contribute to public protection and bring your perspective to the College's work: https://www.collegeoptom.on.ca//get-involved-with-the-col/

The agenda for the Sept. 25 Council meeting is now available: https://www.collegeoptom.on.ca/about-us/council-meetings/ Council meetings are open to the public. Guests can join via live stream: youtu.be/RRnOIVXBZ0Q... #optometry #optometrist

The College is closed today for Labour Day and will reopen tomorrow at 9 a.m. ET collegeoptom.on.ca/contact-us/ #labourday #optometry #optometrist

We're hiring! The College is seeking a Manager, Policy and Governance. Apply by Sept. 10, 2020 Learn more: collegeoptom.on.ca/careers/ #jobposting #jobs #JobOpening

Your optometrists may recommend different tests depending on your needs. Not all tests are covered by OHIP. Talk to your optometrist about what you can expect at your next exam. Learn more: https://www.collegeoptom.on.ca/resou//eye-exams-and-tests/... #optometry #optometrist

Our next scheduled Council meeting is taking place virtually on Sept. 25, 2020 at 9 a.m. Council meetings are open to the public. Guests can join via live stream: https://youtu.be/RRnOIVXBZ0Q Agenda & meeting materials will be available soon: https://www.collegeoptom.on.ca/about-us/council-meetings/ ... #optometrist #optometry

Ontario optometrists: Two weeks left to submit your self-nomination for the upcoming Council election! Submit your self-nomination by Sept. 14 and learn how you can contribute to public protection and bring your perspective to the College's work: https://www.collegeoptom.on.ca//get-involved-with-the-col/ #optometrist #optometry

We want to hear from you! Consultations on proposed revisions to our Continuing Education Policy and College By-laws close this week. Optometrists, stakeholders and the public are asked to submit comments by Aug. 28 via email to [email protected]... Learn more: https://www.collegeoptom.on.ca/about-us/consultations/ #optometrist #optometry

Nominations are now being accepted for two seats on College Council - open to optometrists across Ontario. Submit a self-nomination by Sept. 14. Learn more:... https://www.collegeoptom.on.ca//get-involved-with-the-col/ #optometrists #optometry

The agenda for the Sept. 25 Council meeting is now available: https://www.collegeoptom.on.ca/about-us/council-meetings/ Council meetings are open to the public. Guests can join via live stream: youtu.be/RRnOIVXBZ0Q... #optometry #optometrist

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The College is closed today for Labour Day and will reopen tomorrow at 9 a.m. ET collegeoptom.on.ca/contact-us/ #labourday #optometry #optometrist

The College of Optometrists of Ontario announces the departure of Maureen Boon, Registrar and CEO, effective July 23 to pursue other opportunities. The College would like to thank Ms. Boon for her leadership and vision over the past year, particularly during the unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic, and wishes her all the best in her future endeavours. During the transition, Mr. Ira Teich will be stepping in as Interim Registrar and CEO.... Learn more: https://www.collegeoptom.on.ca//college-of-optometrists-a/

The College is closed today for the Civic Holiday and will reopen tomorrow at 9 a.m. ET collegeoptom.on.ca/contact-us/

We want to hear from you! Consultations on proposed revisions to our Continuing Education Policy and College By-laws close this week. Optometrists, stakeholders and the public are asked to submit comments by Aug. 28 via email to [email protected]... Learn more: https://www.collegeoptom.on.ca/about-us/consultations/ #optometrist #optometry

The College Council has scheduled an ad hoc meeting today (July 27) at 7p.m. The meeting agenda is available here: https://collegeoptom.on.ca/about-us/council-meetings/ We apologize for technical difficulties at the beginning of the live stream. A recording of the meeting will be available on our YouTube channel shorlty:... https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQotdXjf6ziIf1hv0n0gsww Email [email protected] with any questions.

Windsor-area optometrist Baseem Wahab has had his licence removed and can no longer practise optometry, or call himself "doctor" or "optometrist". Former patients can contact the College with questions. Learn more:... https://collegeoptom.on.ca//windsor-area-optometrist-has-/ #Windsor #WindsorOntario #Tecumseh

Get involved with the College! There are lots of exciting ways for Ontario optometrists to bring their experience and perspective to College work: run in the upcoming Council election, or volunteer to serve on a committee. Learn more: https://collegeoptom.on.ca//news/get-involved-with-the-co/... #optometrists #optometry

Our new Strategic Plan 2020-2023 focuses on increased transparency, engagement, and working to anticipate the changing regulatory and professional environment. Learn more: https://www.collegeoptom.on.ca//council-meeting-highlight/ #optometrists #optometry

Highlights from the June 25 Council meeting: new Strategic Plan; consultations on changes to continuing education and by-laws; and more! Read about the latest Council decisions & discussions: https://www.collegeoptom.on.ca//council-meeting-highlight/ #optometry #optometrists

The College is closed today for #CanadaDay and will reopen tomorrow at 9 a.m. ET collegeoptom.on.ca/contact-us/

We're seeking feedback from optometrists, stakeholders, and the public on revisions to two key items: our Continuing Education Policy and the College By-laws. Submit comments by Aug. 28 to [email protected] Learn more: https://www.collegeoptom.on.ca/about-us/consultations/... #optometrists #optometry

We've recently revised our Return to Work guidance for optometrists. Of note: new contact lens fittings are no longer prohibited; and Ministry of Health screening criteria has been revised regarding travel outside of Ontario. Review updates here: https://collegeoptom.on.ca/res/covid-19-and-optometry-care/ And access the latest Return to Work doc here: https://collegeoptom.on.ca//profe/covid-19-return-to-work/... #COVID19 #optometrists #optometry