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January 15, 2026 - News

Recent Changes to the Standards of Practice

Changes to the Standards of Practice and Practice Guideline take effect on January 12, 2026. The updates are designed to provide clear and relevant guidance on delivering safe, ethical, and effective care.

January 7, 2026 - News

Watch the COO Board meeting on YouTube on January 1 2026

Join us on January 1, 2026 at 9:00 am on YouTube for the COO's board meeting.

January 5, 2026 - News

2026 Board of Directors By-Election in District 5 (Toronto)

The elections will take place from January 23, 2026, to February 6, 2026, at 12:00 p.m.

January 1, 2026 - News

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.

October 29, 2025 - News

Join the COO board meeting on December 1 and December 2

Join us on December 1 and 2 on YouTube for the COO's board meeting.

October 16, 2025 - News

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

Complete the survey by October 21! Your feedback will be shared with the committee and will shape the decisions made about the Standards of Practice.

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. The application deadline has been extended to November 7.

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 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.

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