Career in Canada Practicing in Canada Write the Optometry Examining Board of Canada qualifying exam Pick the province you wish to practice in Register with the provincial College Join your provincial association ID: 1047374
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1. Thinking about a Future Career in Canada?
2. Practicing in CanadaWrite the Optometry Examining Board of Canada qualifying exam*Pick the province you wish to practice inRegister with the provincial CollegeJoin your provincial associationCheck CAO’s jobs board (opto.ca)
3. ProvincePopulationPracticing ODs Population/ODNL*519,716618,520PE*142,907216,806NS923,5981326,997NB747,1011246,025QC8,164,36115495,271ON13,448,49423475,730MB*1,278,3651657,478SK1,098,3521836,002AB4,067,1757665,310BC4,648,0557456,239Population/OD by Province* A hardcopy of this chart is available
4. Influences on location of new grad practice* A hardcopy of this chart is available
5. Scope of PracticeCan prescribe TPA in all ProvincesOrals available in Alberta, Saskatchewan and OntarioODs in Alberta and Manitoba can order lab testsNeed to ensure with Government that appropriate scope maximizes opportunity to ensure the right provider at the right time
6. Provincial Scope of TreatmentAUTHORITY TO TREATProvinceAllergiesInfectionInflammationGlaucomaPainNLTTT--PEITTT--NSTTT--NBTTTO (CA)-QCTTTT (co-man)-ONTT/OTT O (CA)OMBT/OT/O (Lab)TT (co-man) O (CA)-SKTTTT (co-man) -ABTTTT -BCTTTT -* A hardcopy of this chart is available
7. Provincial Eye Exam CoverageProvinceChildrenAdults (generally 18-64)SeniorsDiabetesBCUnder 19If ocular disease, systemic disease or medication associated with risk to ocular health65+yABUnder 19If medically necessary, or diabetes or by MD requisition65+ySKUnder 18If urgent or emergent condition, diabetesIf urgent or emergent condition, diabetes yMBUnder 19If medically necessary65+yONUnder 20If specified eye disease or disorder or MD requisition65+yQCUnder 18If ocular emergency 65+yNBOne-time eye exam and glasses coverage at 4NoneNonenNSUnder 10 – once every 2 yearsIf health condition/medication presents a risk to ocular health, infection, allergies, inflammation, foreign body65+ once every 2 yearsyPEOnce during Kindergarten year & for red/dry eyeIf red-eye, dry eye, diabetesIf red-eye, dry eye, diabetesyNLNoneNoneNonen* A hardcopy of this chart is available
8. Each province has its own Optometry Act to govern the practice of optometryODs in each province elect colleagues to form the College, responsible for administering the Act.Primary role of the College: Protect the public. Self Regulation: A privilege
9. CAO Strategic PlanThe CAO is dedicated to collaboratively advancing the highest standard of primary eye care through the promotion of optimal vision health.We strive to create awareness and be the go-to resource for:MembersDecision makersStakeholdersPublic
10. CAO’s 5 Strategic GoalsCreate high awareness of the full benefits of optometric care. Serve as the go-to resource for government decision-makers, the public, media, and other health care professionals on primary eye care/ vision care in Canada and the profession. Protect and expand economically successful practices based on member priorities. Serve as the go-to resource for optometrists for news, trends, products and new developments in optometry. Increase accessibility and utilization of comprehensive eye care in underserved populations.
11. Active engagement with Parliamentarians in both the House of Commons and the Senate as well as political and bureaucratic staff.Advocating for optimal eye health and vision careNational Political Action
12. Quarterly publication with insightful articles, research, case studies and practice management tips. Canadian Journal of OptometryMonthly eNewsletter with current news and issues affecting optometry.ContactNotifications of relevant and urgent matters for practicing optometrists.CAO eBlastsCommunications – News and trends
13. Get Eyewise is a digital awareness campaign to inform the public about preventable vision loss and eye health. It includes a #SpecsAppeal contest with Maui Jim.Public Education
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15. Continuing EducationMembers have access to our exclusive continuing education opportunities.
16. Professional Liability InsuranceRegulatory Legal Expense CoverageCriminal Defence Coverage Sexual Abuse Therapy FundCyber Security and Privacy LiabilityBusiness Professional LiabilityPro Bono Legal AdviceNB: New grads qualify for discounts!
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18. Thank You!Opto.ca