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December 9, 2022 - News

Earn Continuing Education Credits

The College of Opticians is currently working with optician regulatory boards from across Canada to develop a multiple choice online assessment that will be used to assist internationally trained opticians determine if their level of skills and knowledge are comparable to an optician in Canada.  

December 7, 2022 - News

Reminder: Professional Portfolio due December 31, 2022

If you have not already submitted your 2022 Professional Portfolio, please ensure it is completed online through the Registrant Portal by December 31, 2022.

December 2, 2022 - News

Attend the Board of Directors meeting on YouTube

We invite you to join the next virtual Board of Directors meeting on YouTube. Details below:

November 18, 2022 - News

Potential Interruption to Registrant Portal on November 22, 2022

Our provider will be conducting maintenance to their server on November 22, 2022 which could temporarily impact our Registrant Portal. We expect the interruption to be from 7:00 pm on November 22 and to be completed by 9:00 pm.

November 2, 2022 - News

Bilingual (English / French) Examiners needed for November 20, 2022, exam session in Ottawa

The College is in urgent need of examiners who are bilingual (English/French) for the upcoming exam session on November 20, 2022, in Ottawa. For details on eligibility and how to apply visit the examiners page.

November 1, 2022 - News

Apply Now to Become a Peer and Practice Assessor!

The College is now accepting applications for Peer and Practice Assessors. Becoming a Peer and Practice Assessor is a great way to get involved with the College and give back to the profession.

October 14, 2022 - News

October 2022 News from the College

As we approach the end of the year, the College would like to provide you with some helpful updates.

September 29, 2022 - News

National Day for Truth & Reconciliation

September 30, 2022, will mark Orange Shirt Day, the national day of remembrance for victims of Indian Residential Schools in Canada, as well as the second federal National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

September 26, 2022 - News

Join our board meeting on YouTube

We invite you to join the next virtual Board of Directors meeting on YouTube. Details below:

July 14, 2022 - News

Reminder: Nominations Close on August 29!

An election will be held for Board of Directors positions in District 4 (Western), District 7 (Central Western), and District 6 (Ontario / Contact Lens Mentor) from October 14, 2022, to October 28, 2022. The successful candidates will begin serving a three-year term of office starting January 1, 2023.

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