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October 1, 2025 - News

Apply to become a Professional Appointee!

This Fall, the COO is recruiting eligible registered opticians to serve as a Professional Appointees. Applications will be accepted until October 31.

September 29, 2025 - News

Vote in COO Board Elections

COO Board Elections are now open in District 4 (Western) and District 6 (All Ontario; Contact Lens Mentor).

September 17, 2025 - News

Have your say on proposed changes to the Standards of Practice!

Complete the survey by October 14! Your feedback will be shared with the committee and will shape the decisions made about the Standards of Practice.

September 16, 2025 - News

Join The COO Board Meeting on September 22

Join us on September 22 on YouTube for the COO's fall board meeting.

August 11, 2025 - News

Share your feedback on proposed changes to the College's Refresher Program!

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 - News

Legacy Retired Optician Program

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 - News

June 2025 Board Elections

Nominations for the 2025 Board of Directors Elections have closed. Read on for an update on the 2025 Board Elections.

May 21, 2025 - News

Join the COO Board Meeting on June 2, 2025!

You are invited to watch the Board of Directors meeting in real time on YouTube on Monday, June 2, 2025.

April 8, 2025 - News

Nominations Open April 23 for COO Board Elections

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 - News

Upcoming E-Forum: Towards Accountable Action on Equality, Allyship, and Peacemaking in Healthcare

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.

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