June 30, 2026 -
News
Recently, the College honoured Noreen Mary Allen and Shirley Louise Snelgrove for their dedication and contributions to the profession by granting them Legacy Retired Opticians status in Memoriam.
June 23, 2026 -
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We are seeking feedback on a proposed new diversity, equity and inclusion Initiative: the COO Demographic Data Collection Project.
May 22, 2026 -
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Join us on June 1, 2026, on YouTube for the COO's board meeting.
May 6, 2026 -
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The College of Opticians of Ontario is issuing an RFP for IT services and invites qualified vendors to submit proposals.
May 6, 2026 -
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The Registration Committee is reviewing the policy this summer and is looking for feedback from Registered Opticians. The Currency Policy was developed to explain how Registered Opticians can meet the new ongoing currency requirement introduced in 2024. The policy includes a requirement for opticians to maintain at least 500
April 13, 2026 -
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On Tuesday April 28, the COO will hold a webinar to share information about the election process and what it means to be a Board Member. You will have the chance to hear first hand from Board Member and have your questions answered in real time.
March 18, 2026 -
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The Updates to the Standards of Practice Webinar held February 19, 2026, is now available on the website.
March 18, 2026 -
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This spring, an election will be held to elect three board directors. This is a great opportunity to become more involved in the regulation of the profession.
February 23, 2026 -
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Use the link to watch the meeting live on YouTube, starting at 10:30 am.
January 15, 2026 -
News
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.
