Insight Optometry
1575 Brunswick St B3J 2G1 Halifax, NS, Canada

Easter Weekend - We will be closed Friday, April 2nd, and Saturday, April 3rd. See you back on Monday! Have a great long weekend and stay safe!

Doesn't he look SPEC-tacular? Rover from HFX Wanderers FC recently dropped by to pick up his custom-made sunglasses. He is now officially ready for the 2021 soccer season! Check out the video! Special thanks to Ray of Halifax for helping us design these one-of-a-kind sunglasses. https://youtu.be/U29FOAYdWvg... #officialeyecarepartner #hfxwanderers Ray of Halifax #sunnydays #protectyoureyes #COYW #TogetherFromAways #SupportLocal #downtownhalifax

SNEAK PEEK - Behind the scene shots. Video and more images to come! Rover was pretty excited to pick up his custom made sunglasses today . They were made just before COVID happened a year ago but he didn’t get a chance to pick them up until today! Can’t wait to see @hfxwanderersfc play again! #eyecarepartner HFX Wanderers FC Ray of Halifax #sunnydays #protectyoureyes

It’s World Optometry Day!! We’re so lucky as Canadians to have access to eye care in our own communities, and we’re grateful to have such a strong team of optometrists right here in our own clinic! Don’t forget to (virtually) hug an optometrist today . . . .... . #WorldOptometryDay #eyecare #optometry #medical #health #downtownhalifax #healthylifestyle #eye #halifaxlocal See more

Our March local business feature - Black Sheep Restaurant - is doing another giveaway! Head over to Instagram for a chance to win a $100 gift certificate. Hurry! It ends on March 27th. https://www.instagram.com/p/CMxRSbAnqD-/ #BekindHFX #MakeKindnessTheNorm #spreadkindness #leadwithkindness #kindnesschallenge #RAKDTHFX #supportlocalbusiness Nikon Lenswear

: @tokyorollhalifax This year, we want to show our love to local small businesses in Downtown Halifax They need our support and we would like to help promote them by sharing their stories and show them some special social media love. We encourage you to show them some love too Tokyo Roll on Argyle is a venture by the original owners of Suzuki Restaurant on Dresden Row. Our staff can't get enough of their delicious food. In fact, they are the ones who nom...inated them for this month's feature. @tokyorollhalifax is offering you a chance to win one of four $50 gift cards during Random Act of Kindness Week. You can share it with a friend or pass it on as a gift. You have until February 19th to enter. Visit their Instagram account @tokyorollshalifax for complete rules. We are also grateful to our friends at Nikon Lenswear for partnering with us on our kindness journey and helping contribute to Tokyo Roll's giveaways. Kindness is free and doesn’t have to look or be extravagant. Sometimes the simplest things make the most significant difference. As part of our year-long mission to spread kindness, we are hoping each small kindness step we take will incite a ripple effect to make a positive impact in our community. @tokyorollhalifax . . . #BeKindHFX #leadwithkindness #Insightkindnesschallenge #makekindnessthenorm #randomactofkindnessweek #giveaway #giftcertificate #nikonlenswearca #sushi #sushilovers #sushitime #sushirolls #instafood #sushichef #yougottaeathere #delivery #downtownhalifax #halifax #hfxlocal #hfxfood #halifaxrestaurant #Argylestree #Novascotia #supportlocal

Today is Random Act of Kindness Day If you want to find out more about our Make Kindness the Norm Challenge, visit https://insightoptometry.com/blog/bekindhfx/ "Kindness is a gift everyone can afford to give" ~ RAKtivist. .... . . #BeKindHFX #rakdthfx #rakday2021 #rakday #rakweek #rakweek2021 #randomactsofkindnessday #randomactsofkindnessweek #randomactsofkindness #randomactsofkindnessfoundation #downtownhalifax #Insightkindness #leadwithkindness See more

This week, show Downtown Halifax how you are being kind to #DowntownHalifax businesses and you could win a $100 gift card to a #Downtown business of your choice! #BeKindHFX #RandomActsofKindnessWeek #ExploretheGood #MakeKindnesstheNorm #RAKmovement #BeKind #ShopLocal #BuyLocal #giveaway #SupportLocal

Random Act of Kindness Week - Feb 14-20. As we continue our year-long challenge to make kindness the norm, we invite you to join us this week to spread extra kindness within your community. Kindness is free, let's sprinkle it everywhere! For some inspiration, visit Random Acts of Kindness . . . . #BeKindHFX ... #rakdthfx #rakday2021 #rakday #rakweek #rakweek2021 #randomactsofkindnessday #randomactsofkindnessweek #randomactsofkindness #randomactsofkindnessfoundation #downtownhalifax #Insightkindness #leadwithkindness See more

We will be closed Saturday and Monday, Feb 13-15 for Nova Scotia Heritage Day. This year's honouree is Edward Francis Arab. Born in Halifax in 1915, Edward Francis Arab was the grandson of the first Lebanese settlers in Halifax. He enlisted in the army on the outbreak of the Second World War and was killed in the 1944 Battle of the Scheldt Estuary in Holland. #NovaScotia #HeritageDay

Giveaway Alert - Downtown Halifax Holiday Prize Package is worth over $2,500 and it includes a $200 gift certificate for Insight Optometry! Make sure you’re following Virgin Radio Halifax’s Facebook page every weekday between November 16 - 22. See below for more details. #Giveaway #Contest #ShopLocal #SupportLocal

For Children’s Vision Month, here are 4 reasons your child needs a complete eye exam: 1. Preschoolers don’t often complain because they don’t know if their vision is poor. Kids are used to how they see because they don’t have anything to compare it to. You may not even be able to tell that they have any eye problems. 2. Learning is 80% visual for children (that are sighted). Learning and vision go hand in hand so set your child up for success. Vision problems can often be ...misdiagnosed as learning disabilities. 3. Screenings can miss common vision problems in children. School or family doctor screenings do not replace complete eye exams. They typically only assess a few areas related to vision and don’t assess the full health of your child’s eyes. 4. Early detection can prevent permanent vision loss. Lazy eye refers to amblyopia which is poor vision in one eye, a commonly diagnosed condition in children. This can be treated so that vision can develop properly, but the older a child gets the less likely it is that they will achieve full visual potential in their poorer eye. #childrensvisionmonth #childrensvision #parenting #parentingtips #babies #health #momtips

Oct 24-31 is Brain Tumour Awareness Week! Comprehensive eye exams are vital for more than just your vision, they could help save your life. Not only can your optometrist assess your eye health, they can identify symptoms of conditions elsewhere in the body like brain tumours, aneurysms, high blood pressure, and diabetes. It's all connected! Book an appointment with your optometrist today! #braintumourawarenessweek #internationalbraintumouralliance

We are giving our wonderful staff an extra two days off this week as a big THANK YOU for working incredibly hard these past few months. As such, our office will be closed Friday and Saturday, Nov 13-14. We recognize it hasn't always been easy and we are incredibly proud of our team members who went with the flow and adapted while we changed our hours, implemented new schedules and safety protocols, and changed responsibilities within the practice. Have a great long weekend! You deserve it! #extralongweekend #thankyou #dreamteam #enjoythemoment

CLOSED - Remembrance Day - November 11, 2020 Our office is closed today to honour those who fought and continue to fight for the rights we enjoy today.

Stay Safe and Scary this Halloween Protect your eyes !

Our office hours for Remembrance Week: Nov 11: CLOSED (Remembrance Day) Nov 12: 8 a.m.-7 p.m. Nov 13-15: CLOSED "They gave their lives so we can live ours. Lest we forget."

Oct 19-25 is Waste Reduction Week! The Plastic Bags Reduction Act will also take effect on October 30, 2020. That means businesses will no longer be able to provide single-use plastic shopping bags. Here are some tips on how to safely switch back to reusable bags. #WasteReductionWeek #savetheplanet https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1274947696208558

It’s #DiabetesAwarenessMonth Did you know there are two main types of Diabetes? Type 1 is slightly less common so here are some things you may not know about Type 1 Diabetes: - it’s an incurable autoimmune disease involving the pancreas - it can develop at any age, not just in children - it requires lifelong insulin use... - it cannot be cured by changed lifestyle - it’s diagnosed in people over 30 as often as in people under 30. -people with type 1 diabetes can live a healthy normal life Get more info at beyondtype1.org #health #diabetes #vision #healthy eyes #diabetes awareness #eye wise

As parents, we do know our children best but even if you don’t think your child is having any vision problems it’s important to get complete eye exams regularly. Many symptoms of vision problems show up in ways that we, as parents, might not even realize has to do with their eyes. First exams can begin at age 6-9 months! Call us at 902-422-4444 to book your child’s eye exam today! #childrensvision #childrensvisionmonth #health #parenting #family #parentingtips #kids #babies #education

UPDATE: Our contest is now closed. The winner was randomly selected and contacted by private message. Thanks to everyone who participated. ! Do you or someone you know need SPECTACULAR new glasses? Would you like a chance to win a $50 gift certificate towards your next purchase?... TO ENTER: Like this picture, Follow us, Tag a friend : For each friend you tag (separate comments) you will get an additional chance to win a FogBlocker anti-fog cloth (retail value $15). * Giveaway closes Thursday, September 17th @ 5:00 p.m. * The winner will be announced Friday, September 18th. * Curbside pick up available by appointment. * Redeemable on eyewear only. * For updates on our Covid-19 procedures, please check out our Facebook/Instagram posts. This giveaway is in no way sponsored by, administered or associated with Facebook. Special thanks to Downtown Halifax for their #MeetMeDowntown initiative. #MeetMeDTHFX #WhatsOpenDTHFX #Giveaway #SpectacularGiveaway

New Shipment - We quickly sold out of the - last week but our new shipment just arrived! Enjoy this video demonstration by Dr. Roach on how it works and click on the link below to order from our online store: https://insight-optometry.myshopify.com//fogblocker%C2%AE- #FogBlocker #Antifogcloth

’ ! Did you know? Excessive recreational screen time can lead to poor sleep quality, poor school performance, and even dry eyes. Recommended guidelines for recreational screen time are no more than 1 hour for kids under 5 and no more than 2 hours for kids ages 5-18. #childrensvisionmonth #protectyoureyes

Happy Thanksgiving! We will be closed for the long weekend but will return on Tuesday at 8:00 a.m. #thankful

Your sunnies are your eyes healthy ageing tool! #HealthyAgingMonth Summer may be winding down but dont stop wearing your shades on bright days! We all know UV causes our skin to age prematurely, but in our eyes it increases our risk for early cataracts and macular degeneration. shades by Etnia Barcelona... #healthyliving #healthyageing #ageinggracefully #health #healthylifestyle #healthyeyes

Just a reminder that we will be closed Saturday and Monday September 5-7 for Labour Day. Enjoy your long weekend and stay safe!

World Sight Day (WSD) is an annual day of awareness to focus global attention on blindness and vision impairment. At least 2.2 billion people have a vision impairment that may or may not be addressed. Of those, at least 1 billion people have a vision impairment that could have been prevented or has yet to be addressed. #HopeInSight

’ ! Classroom learning is 80% visual. Untreated vision issues can lead to frustration with learning and development. Even if a child has 20/20 vision, there could be underlying visual processing issues related to eye muscle coordination, focusing ability, colour perception, or depth perception. A comprehensive eye exam tests for visual acuity, visual function, and overall ocular health. #childrensvisionmonth #bookaneyeexamtoday

September is Healthy Ageing Month and its all about the positive aspects of growing older. This year has been hard and many of us are left feeling pretty exhausted and maybe even like weve lived through a few extra years over the course of a few months. Lets reconnect our minds and bodies and continue to take the steps to stay healthy, despite what life has thrown at us. Whatever your age, you can make healthy ageing choices this month like: Move your body in ways that bri...ng you joy. Exercise your mind! Eat a healthy diet. Stay social - however that looks for you right now, in person or digitally, stay safe! Set aside time for your mental health and growth. Get regular health check ups - dont neglect the importance of preventative care as you get older. Ageing well isnt about looking young, its about feeling alive!! #HealthyAgeing #aginggracefully #health #aging #joy #healthylifestyle #healthyliving #healthyeyes

GAME CHANGER ALERT - - are here! The ultrafine microfiber cloth is injected with the FogBlocker formula that can be used over 500 times with effects lasting between 48-72 hours per wipe. Weve tested them at the office and they truly work. Click on the link below for our online store or call the office if youd like one put aside for you! https://insight-optometry.myshopify.com//fogblocker%C2%AE-

We would like to remind our patients that in order to keep everyone safe: 1. ALL of our services continue to be by appointment only. 2. Prior to entering our office, you will need to pass a Covid-19 screening. 3. Wearing a face mask is required. We look forward to seeing you again!... #CovidUpdate #facemaskrequired See more

’ ! Did you know? Optometrists recommend that infants have their first eye exam after of age and that children should have at least one eye exam between the ages of two and five. #childrensvisionmonth #bookaneyeexamtoday

Let’s eat more greens for #HealthyAgeingMonth with this tasty Vanilla-Pear smoothie! We know, it’s hard to get leafy greens in our diet everyday! But they’re packed with essential vitamins, fibre, and minerals that can help reduce risks for things like heart disease, high blood pressure, and vision loss from macular degeneration. So here’s a delicious recipe that is super fast and actually tastes good!! Vanilla milk alternative (we tried soy and it was delish) 1.5 cups ...1 Ripe pear, cored Baby spinach, 2 cups packed Blend until smooth, enjoy right away! Cheers! #healthyageing #ageinggracefully #health #ageing #joy #healthifestyle #healthyliving #healthyeyes

Here is a simple hack to help reduce the fogging of your eyeglasses while wearing a face mask.

Meet WABI, our newest team member! This little gem is a /. As part of our COVID-19 cleaning protocols, we have been washing every single frame after each fitting. That was incredibly time-consuming and we needed to adapt to our new normal more efficiently. Waby allows us to spend more time with our patients and ensures all our frames are properly sanitized for everyone's safety. - UV-C light is proven to be effective against all tested pathogenic bacteria and viruses, including all reported strains of coronavirus. #wabi #newteammember #timesaver #safetycomesfirst #covidprotocols WABI BABY

Were excited to now be welcoming our patients back to the office. Here is a quick look at how some of our services have changed, staff have adapted, and ways weve implemented new techniques to keep everyone safe. We hope to see you soon!

Oh, how excited are we?! Its June 5th and were BACK to routine care! We have some new protocols and new equipment to keep everyone safe and physically distanced. Rest assured: its the same smiles greeting you, albeit behind some stylish masks! Our plan is to begin all office visits, whether for eye health care or eyeglass selection, by appointment only. This means our front door will be locked for the time being. Although weve staggered our appointment times, its pos...sible that a short line may form outside. Weve painted blue sunglasses on the sidewalk, all separated by 2m, for you to stand on. To book your appointment, please call the team at 902-422-4444 during our new office hours: - Monday-Thursday 8am-7pm - Friday 8am-6pm - Saturday 9am-2pm, excluding June 6th and holidays or long weekends We will be protecting you by donning the appropriate PPE. We do require that you wear a mask to your appointment and sanitize your hands upon arrival. Once inside, your experience will be like it was before, with the addition of many clear partitions and the fact that some of us could use haircuts. For more details, please visit our blog post: https://insightoptometry.com//reopening-for-routine-care-/ Be safe and be kind! We cant wait to see you! See more

When optometrists are given spray paint... Do you like our new 2m markings?! . We cannot wait to see you all again! Please stay tuned for details surrounding our reopening!!

Glasses slipping down your nose in the heat. Check out this great product on our online store! As see on Shark Tank! https://insight-optometry.myshopify.com///products/nerdwax

Have a listen! Dr. Roach and Dr. Bonang are on the latest episode of #DowntownLowdown to talk about how Insight Optometry is adapting to #PhysicalDistancing.

What are we jumping for joy about, 6 feet apart?! Our online shop is HERE! Please visit insight-optometry.myshopify.com to check it out. You can now order contact lenses, dry eye products, accessories, gift cards, and stylish sunglasses from our online store! Purchases can be picked up contact-free at the office Monday-Friday from 10-3 or we can ship it to your door, anywhere in Canada! Thank you for supporting our local Halifax business!... #insight #shoplocalhfx #downtownhalifax #downtownhfx #optometrist #eyecare See more

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Our doors are locked but were available Monday-Friday from 10-3 to address your urgent eye care needs. This list may not be comprehensive, so if you are having an issue, please call or leave a message to be triaged and we will come up with a plan. Our office number is 902-422-4444. Stay healthy!

We all must work together to #flattenthecurve. After many hours of careful deliberation, we have decided to close to non-urgent care in order to protect our staff and patients and prevent the spread of COVID-19 in our community. If you have a routine appointment scheduled, you will be contacted to reschedule. As healthcare providers, our goal is to lessen the strain currently felt on the healthcare system and our hard-working physician and other healthcare colleagues. We will... be opening for limited hours by appointment only for urgent care. If you have an urgent eye care need, please call our office at 902-422-4444 to be triaged. We ask for your understanding if we cannot examine you or return your call or e-mail immediately as we are operating with a limited team. Please also understand that, if you are experiencing flu-like symptoms, have traveled, or are in close contact with someone who is ill or has traveled, we cannot accommodate you at this time and you must call 811 to be triaged. Unfortunately, due to limited time and resources, we cannot accept new patients at this time. We would love the opportunity to meet you in a few months. We continue to work behind the scenes to fill prescriptions and deliver contact lenses and eyeglasses. If you call us when youve arrived in our parking lot, we can walk your eyeglasses out to your car. We can also deliver your contact lenses to your home. Our website is up and running and you can place your contact lens orders; we would greatly appreciate your business during this time. Thank you for your patience and for your support of small businesses during this unprecedented event.

We would like to remind our patients, who may be in self-isolation or practicing social distancing, that they can order their contact lens supplies online at https://insightoptometry.com/order-contacts/ which can be shipped to their home.

Check out this quick reference list for eye healthy nutrients. https://www.allaboutvision.com/nutrit/nutrition_summary.htm #NutritionMonth #MoreThanFood #EyeFood #EyeHealth #VisionHealth #EyeCare

We are adding steps to our diligent sanitation protocol to ensure the safety of everyone entering our space. In addition to thorough hand washing and disinfecting between patients, our team will be regularly cleaning high-traffic areas including pre-testing equipment, eyeglass frames, chairs, counters, phones, door handles, and more. We have spread extra hand sanitizing stations throughout our office for our patients to use. Furthermore, we are adhering to t...he governments health advisories and have removed magazines, newspapers, and toys from our sitting areas, and exam rooms. As per public health guidelines, we kindly ask that you: - Stay home or reschedule your appointment if youre feeling sick or have traveled outside of the country in the last 14 days. The most common symptoms of COVID-19 include fever, cough, difficulty breathing, and pneumonia. Rest assured that our cancellation policy during this time. - Wash your hands for 20 seconds or use the hand sanitizer available throughout our office. - Follow other recommended hygiene practices such as: * Avoiding close contact with people who are sick * Avoiding touching your face * Use a tissue to cover your cough or sneeze and throw away the tissue We are committed to our communitys health and safety. Thank you for your help as we work together to protect each other and our most vulnerable communities.

- How to take care of your eyes while having fun! #eyecare #eyesmart #GetEyeWise #MarchBreak #BeSafe #HaveFun https://opto.ca/health-l/quick-tips--take-care-of-your-eyes

~~ Including PMs and other social media platforms, its a tie! 6 voted for #1, 6 voted for #2, and 5 voted for both! Sorry Liz, that wasnt much help! ______________________________ ! Our fabulous clinic coordinator is in a dilemma. Shes heading down south for a trip and cant decide which of these sunglasses to bring! ... : Etnia Barcelona - "Corso Como" in Havana green : Maui Jim - OluOlu in burgundy fade Which one do you prefer? See more

"Glaucoma is the most common cause of irreversible blindness. In many cases, glaucoma may be asymptomatic, meaning it shows no symptoms; half of those living with glaucoma are unaware that they are affected." #WorldGlaucomaWeek #EyeCare #GetEyewise #GetTestedForGlaucoma

- Today we are celebrating Canadian trailblazers who have made significant contributions to equality for women and girls in Canada and around the world. #BecauseOfYou

Next week is ! All it takes is a simple eye test to "Save Your Sight". Book your appointment now. For more information on glaucoma, visit www.glaucomapatients.org #EyeCare #GetEyeWise #WorldGlaucomaWeek

Good eye health starts with the food on your plate. This month we will be sharing tips on how to boost your eye health. To get started, visit www.nutritionmonth2020.ca to download a great recipe e-book. #NutritionMonth #MoreThanFood #EyeFood #EyeHealth #VisionHealth #EyeCare

The swag is in! Proud to be part of this medical team again this year. Feb 28 - March 1 at Scotiabank Centre See you there this weekend!#DowntownHalifax #medicalteam #otpometrists #eyecare

Its #AmdAwarenessMonth...whats that?! Macular Degeneration (AMD) forms when theres a build-up of deposits under the macula, the center of the retina. The most common type (80%) is called "Dry" and can gradually affect your central vision. The less common "Wet" AMD can suddenly steal your sight. Both can lead to blindness and early detection is the most important part. See your optometrist regularly to assess your risk for AMD and other eye diseases BEFORE you have problems. Check out our other posts this month for more on AMD. #eyewise #optometry #maculardegeneration #AMD #eyecare

February Staff Pick: Katherine is part of our amazing front desk team and she is wearing a Steve Madden frame. "I like choosing frames to elevate my outfit and my mood, and reflect my personality! I treat glasses like jewelry or shoes, I like to have fun with them." #eyecare #eyefun #inspiration #stevemaddeneyewear #honey

Who is at risk of Macular Degeneration? #AmdAwarenessMonth The biggest risk factors include: Age 55+ biologically female Family history... White race - most common (possible in other races) Smoking tobacco: increases your risk five fold!! Cardiovascular disease: heart disease, high blood pressure UV exposure Read more about what you can do for prevention: https://www.allaboutvision.com/e/conditions/amd-prevention/ #eyewise #optometry #maculardegeneration #AMD #eyehealth

- . Our office will be closed Saturday and Monday Feb. 15th & 17th. https://heritageday.novascotia.ca//2020-honouree-community

- Insight Optometry is delighted to welcome Dr. Kelsey Bonang as a Partner. Please join us in congratulating her! Our doctors first welcomed Dr. Bonang in August 2017 as a graduate in Honors from the New England College of Optometry. Her areas of special interest include general ocular pathology, glaucoma diagnosis and treatment, dry eye, and post refractive surgery. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Kelsey and look forward to her contribution to the well-being of our many patients for years to come.