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Newfoundland and Labrador Association of Optometrists The NLAO is the professional association that represents Doctors of Optometry in NL.

The NLAO is the professional association that represents doctors of optometry in Newfoundland and Labrador. Our mission is to foster excellence in the delivery of vision and eye health services through information, programs, and services that promote and enhance optometry and by licensing and regulating the delivery of vision care.

Getting your child’s Halloween costume ready? Before heading out for trick-or-treating, check out these tips to help pro...
10/29/2026

Getting your child’s Halloween costume ready? Before heading out for trick-or-treating, check out these tips to help protect your child's eyesight this Halloween!

- Make sure masks don’t block their vision or make it difficult to see what's around them.

- Check that costume accessories don’t have sharp edges or sit too close to the eyes.

- Face paint can be a fun alternative to masks, but be careful to keep it away from the eyes.

- Make sure your child can see clearly in the dark and can spot obstacles while walking from house to house.

A few simple steps can help keep Halloween fun and safe for everyone!👻🎃

Bravo Dr Hutchens and Team!
10/26/2026

Bravo Dr Hutchens and Team!

10/18/2026
10/18/2026

Yesterday, on World Sight Day, Vision Loss Rehabilitation Canada launched the first episode of their new podcast "Perspectives", exploring the people, ideas, and innovations shaping vision health across Canada.

We're excited to share that CAO President Dr. Allison Scott was featured in the inaugural episode, "Prevention & Early Detection: Your First Line of Defence". With 75% of vision loss considered preventable, regular eye exams with an optometrist remain one of our most effective tools for safeguarding sight. In the episode, Dr. Scott discusses why comprehensive eye exams are so important, not only for protecting vision, but also for detecting broader health conditions that can first be identified through the eyes.

A big thank you to Vision Loss Rehabilitation Canada for inviting CAO and Dr. Scott to join this important conversation and for creating a platform that elevates discussions about vision health across Canada.

🎧 Listen now: https://visionlossrehab.ca/en/vlrc-podcast or anywhere you get your podcasts!

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Hier, à l'occasion de la Journée mondiale de la vue, Réadaptation en déficience visuelle Canada a lancé le premier épisode de son balado «Perspectives», qui met en lumière les personnes, les idées et les innovations qui façonnent la santé visuelle partout au Canada.

C'est avec enthousiasme que nous soulignons la participation de la Dre Allison Scott, présidente de l'ACO, à cet épisode inaugural : « La prévention et le dépistage précoce : votre première ligne de défense ». Sachant que 75% des cas de perte de vision sont considérés comme évitables, les examens complets de la vue chez un optométriste demeurent l'un de nos moyens les plus efficaces pour préserver la vision. Au cours de l'épisode, la Dre Scott explique pourquoi les examens de la vue sont si importants, non seulement pour protéger la vision, mais aussi pour détecter certains problèmes de santé généraux dont les premiers signes peuvent être observés dans les yeux.

Un grand merci à Vision Loss Rehabilitation Canada d'avoir invité l'ACO et la Dre Scott à prendre part à cette importante discussion et d'avoir créé une plateforme qui fait progresser les conversations sur la santé visuelle partout au pays.

A wonderful weekend of education and networking in Corner Brook. Thanks to our amazing sponsors.
10/17/2026

A wonderful weekend of education and networking in Corner Brook. Thanks to our amazing sponsors.

Wonderful weekend of learning and networking in Corner Brook for NLAO members.Thank you to all our sponsors.NLAO
10/17/2026

Wonderful weekend of learning and networking in Corner Brook for NLAO members.
Thank you to all our sponsors.
NLAO

10/17/2026
This weekend, we're hosting our Focus on the Future 2026 Conference and AGM in Corner Brook! We’re looking forward to br...
10/16/2026

This weekend, we're hosting our Focus on the Future 2026 Conference and AGM in Corner Brook! We’re looking forward to bringing optometrists together for a chance to connect with colleagues, share ideas, and learn more about the latest in eye care.

A big thank you to all of our sponsors for their support in making this event possible. We appreciate your continued support of NLAO and the optometry community here in Newfoundland and Labrador!

We’re happy to be in Corner Brook and look forward to a great conference! 💙

10/09/2026

Take the Stage at the Canadian Association of Optometrists Congress in 2027

We’re looking for dynamic speakers, researchers, and industry experts to present at Congress 2027 in Saskatoon, July 7-10.

We're seeking sessions that challenge thinking, share practical takeaways, and explore the topics shaping the future of optometric care, from glaucoma and myopia management to dry eye, systemic disease, leadership, and practice growth.

Help bring fresh insights to Canada's optometry community and be part of the conversations that move the profession forward.

Speaker submissions are now open. Learn more: https://opto.ca/congress-call-for-speakers

10/09/2026

👀 It’s Children’s Vision Month!

As children grow, so do their eyes. Healthy vision is an important part of their overall well-being, helping them succeed in everyday activities at school and on the playing field.
Children may not always know that their vision is changing. They may assume everyone sees the way they do, and parents may not realize there’s a problem either.

This Children’s Vision Month, make your child’s vision part of their healthy start. 👀 Regular eye exams help support healthy vision and overall eye health.

https://opto.ca/childrens-vision-month

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