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COO June 2024 Board Meeting

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Have your say on proposed by-law changes!

The College is seeking stakeholder feedback on proposed changes to the by‐laws. The proposed changes relate to: [ read more ]

Public Blog

April 21, 2021
Optician, Optometrist, Ophthalmologist? Do you know the Difference?

When it comes to your health, especially your eyes, being informed is essential. With vision care, patients are often uncertain which health professional delivers which service. [ read more ]

November 5, 2020
Here’s what you need to know about accessing your personal health information

In 2004, the Ontario Government introduced the Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA) [ read more ]

Registrant Blog

May 9, 2024
Staying Current: The New Ongoing Currency Requirement for Registered Opticians 

The healthcare landscape is evolving, and with it, the regulations for healthcare professionals. Changes are coming to Ontario’s Opticianry Act as of July 1st including amendments to the Registration Regulations.   [ read more ]

February 10, 2023
Delegation, Assignment and Pre-Testing

Delegation is when a regulated health professional transfers their authority to perform a controlled act to a person who is not authorized to perform that act. Delegation can only occur where it complies with relevant standards and/or regulations governing the professional who is delegating the act. [ read more ]

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