seniors
As we age, our eyes and vision can change dramatically - that's why Ontario's optometrists provide a comprehensive approach to helping you manage the evolution of your eye health and vision care.
› moreparents & children
How soon should I have my child's eyes examined? How do I know if my child has a vision problem? Do optomterists provide pediatric eye care? We have the answers you need!
› moreoptometrists
As the voice of Ontario's optometrists OAO is committed to helping our members advocate for objectives that improve patient care, protect livelihoods and let our members give back to their communities.
› morephysicians & nurses
Ontario's optometrists are committed to working with fellow health care professionals to ensure that patients receive the best possible care and advice.
› moreeye see... eye learn
OAO's Eye See…Eye Learn program raises awareness among parents of the importance of having their children’s eyes checked before starting school.
› moresymposium 2010
OAO's 2010 Symposium and Infomart is the focal point for optometry May 5-8 this year! Registration for exhibitors is now open.
› moreLatest News and Initiatives
ESEL in Hamilton Spectator
OAO's Eye See... Eye Learn program has been profiled in the Hamilton Spectator
OAO Partners With CAN-ADAPPT
OAO is pleased to support the CAN-ADAPPT program to to deliver up-to-date evidence-based smoking cessation interventions
2010 Symposium Registration is Open!
Exhibitor Registration for Symposium 2010 is now open
OAO Wins at OCFP Conference
OAO is honoured to have garnered the Prize for the Use of Innovation and Technology at the recent OCFP conference.
OAO's Joe Chan on CityTV
OAO Past President Dr. Joe Chan discussing Floaters and Retinal Detachment
Eye See... Eye Learn in Best Start Hamilton
Eye See...Eye Learn is a pilot program aimed at getting more kindergarten children in for eye exams
Dedication of the Witer Learning Centre
OAO attended the dedication of UW's Witer Learning Resource Centre
OAO's Joe Chan on Canada AM
OAO Past President Dr. Joe Chan discussing Computer Vision Syndrome
Supreme Court Sends a Strong Message
The Hamilton Spectator has reported on a Supreme Court of Canada ruling that supports Ontario legislation governing prescribing.
OAO Student Outreach
OAO works in support of optometry's future by supporting optometry students and participating in many student outreach events each year.
Eye See... Eye Learn
OAO is gearing up to launch the national Eye See... Eye Learn initiative in partnership with selected Ontario school boards this fall.
Read OAO's Annual Report
As we celebrate our 100th year, OAO is focused on tomorrow; looking to the future for our goals, our inspiration and our responsibilities.
Who Inspires You?
In marking OAO’s 100th Anniversary theme of Focus on Tomorrow, we asked members "Who inspires you?" The results were noble, interesting,
Eye Health
Are You Being Framed?
Dr. John Mastronardi explains the risks of buying online.
Children's Vision
Make sure your children are prepared to succeed!
Eye Care and Diabetes
Dr. Bill Ulakovic discusses the impact of diabetes on vision health.
Eye Exams Explained
Dr. Christopher Nicol explains that it's more than an eye chart!

