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Join the Standards of Practice Lunch and Learn on February 19!

The Professional Standards of Practice and Practice Guidelines for Opticians were updated on January 12, 2026. The updates reflect evolving practice environments and regulatory requirements. All Registered Opticians should familiarize themselves with the updated Standards and Guidelines, available here on our website. For a detailed summary of the changes, click here.

A Lunch & Learn will be held on February 19, 2026, to answer questions and provide an overview of the changes; register here to attend.

Contact our team at practiceadvice@collegeofopticians.ca for guidance on understanding and applying the Standards and Guidelines.