An Optician is a licensed professional trained to help you see better – whether you’re near or far-sighted, or have low vision due to more complex eye health issues.

It’s reassuring to know the profession of Opticianry in Canada is regulated and governed by strict standards to protect your vision and ensure Licensed Opticians provide you care of the highest standard.

What does an Optician do?

A Licensed Optician interprets your vision prescription into the perfect lenses for your eyes. An Optician is highly skilled, working to exacting standards and precision, because creating the perfect lens requires attention to extremely fine detail. Using the latest technology Opticians help people see better, thereby enhancing their lives.

Licensed Opticians also ensure your lenses have been created accurately before giving them to you. In fact they ensure that the lenses and frames meet national and international standards of precision . They further ensure the fit of your glasses, contact lenses or special needs vision devices.

Many Licensed Opticians also test eyesight.

Did you know a Licensed Optician is trained to help you choose frames that suit your features?

Besides being an eye care professional, Licensed Opticians also understand design and style. And so of all the eye health professionals, Licensed Opticians take a balanced view to your vision care – they not only ensure you see well, but also "get" that eyewear is your most important accessory, and even part of your personality.

Be sure to ask for a Licensed Optician’s help when choosing your frames. You’ll be surprised how they can help you narrow your choice and find the right frame.