Vision Centre
119-125 Village Green Square M1S 0G3 Toronto, ON, Canada

This year’s theme for World Diabetes Day is, The Nurse and Diabetes. Nurses help support people living with all types of health concerns especially those that have diabetes. They face several challenges and education is so important to help equip nurses with the skills they need to help support them.

Often, when winter is upon us our motivation to exercise and eat healthy foods tend to plummet along with the temperature. Don't let the cooler weather hold you back from staying healthy! Make sure you eat nutritious meals, stay active, limit alcoholic beverages, and avoid smoking tobacco.

Today, at 11 am on the 11th day of the 11th month marks the day the First World War ended in 1918. Take a moment of silence to remember and honour all those who sacrificed their lives serving our nation.

One of the best ways to give your eyes love is to get at least 7 - 9 hours of sleep a night. A good night’s rest keeps the eyes ready for the next day and can prevent eye spasms, dryness, itchiness, strain, and bloodshot eyes. It also prevents dark circles from appearing around the eyes and let's be honest, who wants those?!

Why is it so important for diabetics to get a yearly eye exam? Not only does diabetes affect your body but it can also seriously damage your vision, potentially leading to vision loss. With the proper care, like getting a yearly dilated eye exam & maintaining a healthy diet, you can help keep your eyes healthy! Contact us to schedule your yearly dilated eye exam.

Are objects at a distance or close by appearing blurry? If so, it's definitely time for an eye exam! Visit our website to schedule yours today.

Yay! It’s officially Fall! What do you look forward to the most this season? Comment below!

Which do you prefer to wear? Hit for glasses or for contacts.

Thousands of sports-related eye injuries occur every year. Here’s a few tips on how to avoid them: Wear the correct eye protection and make sure they're polycarbonate lenses, they’re 10x more resistant to impact than other lenses. Wear additional protective eyewear, if you wear contact lenses or glasses. Wear eye protection if you've had any previous eye injuries or surgeries. Regularly inspect protective eyewear for any damages. Lastly, contact us to determine which protective eyewear is best for your needs!

Our hands touch a variety of surfaces throughout the daycounters, doorknobs, our phones, etc. So remember to wash your hands before touching your face or eyes to prevent spreading any germs into your body!

Water on contact lenses is a big no-no! Water contains microorganisms that could cause an eye infection, even if the water is clean.

Happy Labour Day! Get ready to BBQ, grab some great sales, hit up the beach or pool, and enjoy the time off. How will you celebrate this #labourday?

Finding ways to alleviate stress is so important for your health, including your vision! Symptoms like blurry vision, eye twitching, watery or dry eyes, and headaches can be reduced significantly by finding tension relieving strategies, meditation anyone?

In honor of Healthy Aging Month, let's all stay active and vibrant as long as possible! No one can escape aging, but don’t let that get you down. Let’s focus on the positive! Take a good look at yourself: are you where you want to be physically, socially, mentally, or financially? It's never too late to reinvent yourself!

Using electronic devices right before bed can obstruct your body’s internal clock (circadian rhythm). The blue light emitted from these devices hinders the release of the sleep-inducing hormone, melatonin, making it difficult to get a good night of quality sleep. Consider changing the settings on your phone to blue light filter/night shift or stop using your digital devices for at least 45 minutes before bedtime.

To keep safe & healthy, we're constantly washing our hands. But what about our smartphones? Studies have shown that these devices can be carriers for viruses, bacteria, & even fungi! Check with your phone manufacturer for cleaning instructions. If your hands are contaminated & you’ve been using your phone, chances are... it’s contaminated too!

Did you know that your glasses can potentially transfer viruses? COVID-19 can live on plastic and glass surfaces for several days. Cleaning our glasses frequently after touching them could stop the contamination cycle. Here’s how to disinfect your glasses:

With some of the kids going back to school this fall, please spend some time with them discussing ways to stay safe & protect themselves from COVID-19.

Whether your child is going to be learning at home or in school, don’t forget to add an eye exam to their back-to-school checklist. Learning usually involves reading, writing, computer work & even physical education all of which require great vision. If your child is having trouble seeing clearly, he or she may feel tired & struggle to maintain focus. Here are 4 signs your child may have undetected vision problems:

In honor of National Eye Exam Month, don’t put off your eye exam and schedule it! Go the extra mile and tell a friend, family, neighbor, anyone... to get theirs done too!

With the new school year right around the corner, this is the perfect time to schedule your child’s yearly eye exam, if you haven’t done so already! Keeping your child’s eyes safe is also an important part of maintaining healthy vision. Eye injuries are one of the leading causes of vision loss in children.

Don't forget to wear your sunglasses... enjoy your weekend!

There are many reasons to have your toddler undergo an eye exam. Eye problems can cause a variety of learning and behavioral problems later in life. The earlier problems are diagnosed, the more effectively they can be treated. Excellent vision and visual skills can lead to academic success and, in turn, self-confidence.

If you could have any eye color what would it be? Comment below!

A study conducted by John Hopkins University shows that a specific protein in the eyes makes them a target for COVID-19 transmission. This may also explain why certain people with coronavirus first developed conjunctivitis.

Experiencing blurred vision? We can help! We're pros, after all

Contact lens wearers: make sure to practice good hygiene when handling your contact lenses! Prior to inserting or removing contacts, wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water for 20 seconds, and fully dry your hands using a clean paper towel.

Schedule your healthy eye appointment today!

While the sun provides us with countless benefits, it can also be harmful to our skin and eyes. Over time, unprotected exposure to UV rays can lead to macular degeneration, cataracts, and even skin cancer. Below are three essential ways to protect yourself from harmful UV rays:

Ever wonder whether wearing a mask and social distancing really works? A recent study conducted by McMaster University confirms the effectiveness of personal protective equipment (PPE) - including eye protection - along with physical distancing in preventing the spread of COVID-19.

As pollen allergy symptoms begin to manifest during the COVID-19 pandemic, we may confuse one for the other, as both have similar symptoms. These include sore throat, headaches, and feeling tired.

Oh, Canada! This year, Canada Day will be celebrated virtually. So whip out your flags, enjoy some great music, delicious food, dance away, and watch your favorite comedies, all in celebration of Canada’s 153rd Birthday! Happy Canada Day!

Get your cameras ready We’re celebrating #NationalSunglassesDay and we want to see you rockin’ your favorite pair of shades! Send us your #SunglassSelfie below

Like most of us, when the coronavirus pandemic hit, all summer vacation plans got canceled and pushed to the side. Everyone deserves a vacation, more now than ever. Here are some ideas of things you can do to have a safe summer vacation:

June is Fireworks Eye Safety Month! Canada Day is right around the corner and the first thing that comes to mind is FIREWORKS ! They are fun and beautiful to look at but can be so dangerous. Here are some safety tips to keep your eyes safe from fireworks:

Happy Father’s Day to all the amazing dads out there! Today is also National Selfie Day, what a great way to celebrate both than by taking an amazing selfie with your favorite old man! Drop your selfies down below

Hello Summer! How are you spending the first day of summer? Comment below!

Giant squids have the largest eyes in the world. A giant squid's eye is about 10 inches in diameter which is about the size of a dinner plate or a human head!

Here’s a message from our favorite Anti-villain League agent, Gru and the Minions, with some tips on how to get through this challenging:

Pink-tinted lenses; confidence-expressing thick rouge frames; cat-eye shapes and glittery decorations - these are the eyewear trends in 2020. And if that is not for you, minimalistic elegance is still going strong.

With business and parks slowly reopening and summer approaching, one thing most people are thinking is, is it safe to be outdoors since COVID-19 is still around? Going outside is great for everyone's physical and mental health but please remember to take all safety precautions. Here’s Your COVID-19 Summer Safety Guide:

Children need more eye protection than adults do since their eyes are still developing. Have fun outdoors but stay safe!