August 11, 2025 -
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Amendments to the College’s Registration Regulation came into effect on July 1, 2024, and the new regulation states that individuals who fall into one of the following three categories must complete a refresher program in order to maintain, transfer to, or be granted a certificate of registration with the College.
June 20, 2025 -
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At the June board meeting, the board launched a new Legacy Retired Optician program to recognize long-serving opticians who have retired from the profession.
June 20, 2025 -
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Nominations for the 2025 Board of Directors Elections have closed. Read on for an update on the 2025 Board Elections.
May 21, 2025 -
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You are invited to watch the Board of Directors meeting in real time on YouTube on Monday, June 2, 2025.
April 8, 2025 -
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Nominations for the 2025 COO Board of Directors Elections open on April 23, 2025. This is a great opportunity to get involved and shape the future of the profession.
March 11, 2025 -
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The COO recognizes the impact of systemic racism in Ontario and is committed to supporting registrants in the equitable delivery of healthcare in the province.
February 18, 2025 -
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Join the March Board Meeting to stay informed on important updates and discussions on Ontario’s Opticianry Profession.
February 12, 2025 -
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The College is seeking your feedback through a survey to help shape the future of the opticianry profession. Your input is essential to ensure that the strategic priorities for the 2026-2028 Strategic Plan reflect the real challenges, opportunities, and trends you face in your practice.
February 11, 2025 -
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All 2025 renewal decals and badges have been mailed out for all Registered Opticians who have renewed for 2025. Please allow until the end of February for delivery, as Canada Post works to resume full-service levels following the recent strike.
February 7, 2025 -
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The COO is reviewing the current process of recognizing long-serving opticians after retirement. Please respond to the survey before it closes on February 9.
