School of Optometry & Vision Science

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At the University of Waterloo's School of Optometry & Vision Science, you'll find the highest level of primary and specialty care, supported by ground-breaking ocular research.

This is not a drill... Registration is now open! Join us in Markham, Ontario on November 6-8, 2026, for three days of h...
06/01/2026

This is not a drill... Registration is now open!

Join us in Markham, Ontario on November 6-8, 2026, for three days of high-quality continuing education designed for optometrists and their teams, with this year's program highlighting TPA in Action: Modern Approaches to Primary Eye Care.

This is an event you do not want to miss; you can register here: bit.ly/4x7g2fm

We can’t wait to see you all there!

Counting down the days until June CE! This weekend is all about connection, celebration, and continuing education. We’r...
06/01/2026

Counting down the days until June CE!

This weekend is all about connection, celebration, and continuing education. We’re grateful to welcome an incredible lineup of guest speakers who will be sharing their latest insights:

Dr. Manreet Alangh – From Niche to Mainstream: The Evolution of Implantable Collamer Lenses

Dr. Husayn Gulamhusein – Cataract Surgery Complications: A Condition-by-Condition Approach to Co-Management

Dr. Jennifer Li, Dr. Jonathan Niavis, Dr. Sharon Qiu and Dr. Ethan Wohlgemuth – WEI Presents! A Collection of Unique Cases (Grand Rounds)

Still need to sign up? Head to the link in our bio.

Still time to register...but not for long. Our annual Continuing Education (CE) and Alumni Weekend is right around the c...
05/27/2026

Still time to register...but not for long.

Our annual Continuing Education (CE) and Alumni Weekend is right around the corner. Join us June 6 for five hours of CE (4 COPE, 1 non-COPE), insights into our clinical services, and the Alumni Awards of Honour. This convenient one-day event is your opportunity to learn, reconnect and celebrate this spring - you won't want to miss it!

Register here: https://bit.ly/49sNEu0

We can’t wait to see you there!

Depth perception without binocular vision, what really happens? Last week, we were thrilled to welcome Dr. Preetirupa D...
05/26/2026

Depth perception without binocular vision, what really happens?

Last week, we were thrilled to welcome Dr. Preetirupa Devi, Postdoctoral Fellow, for a VSRSS Seminar titled “Effect of Absence of Binocularity on Depth Perception and Depth‑Related Visuomotor Tasks.”

Dr. Devi shared compelling findings from studies examining depth‑related performance under complete absence of binocularity, degradation, and optical blur. Her insights sparked thoughtful discussion and gave our grad students a deeper understanding of how visual mechanisms shape everyday actions.

A huge thank you to Dr. Devi for her time, expertise, and truly fascinating presentation.

A day full of connection, learning, and community at Turtle Island Indigenous Science Conference. As the platinum spons...
05/26/2026

A day full of connection, learning, and community at Turtle Island Indigenous Science Conference.

As the platinum sponsors of this year’s event, we were honoured to host a booth and share our Pan‑Canadian Indigenous Strategy during our presentation. Dr. Andre Stanberry, Dr. Sarah MacIver, Dr. Deborah Jones, and Dr. Dana Blakolmer led an insightful session on supporting Indigenous learners, improving access to eye care in Indigenous communities, and advancing culturally informed approaches to vision health.

We were also grateful to spend the day alongside many Indigenous vendors showcasing beautiful artwork, jewelry, dream catchers, and more.

The Turtle Island Indigenous Science Conference is still underway — today is the final day, and you can find them at the STC. For more information, check out their website: https://bit.ly/4nSGCoc

Please join us from 3:30 - 4:30pm on May 25th.Join us as the School of Optometry & Vision Science shares its Pan‑Canadia...
05/22/2026

Please join us from 3:30 - 4:30pm on May 25th.

Join us as the School of Optometry & Vision Science shares its Pan‑Canadian Indigenous Strategy — a multipronged initiative rooted in curiosity, collaboration, and a commitment to culturally informed care.

This session will highlight the strategy’s core pillars; supporting Indigenous learners, co‑developing pathways and models of eye and vision care and strengthening education and training to ensure optometric care is culturally grounded. Participants will also hear from alumni and faculty who have delivered optometric care in First Nations communities across Canada.

Our speakers include:
Dr. Andre Stanberry
Dr. Sarah MacIver
Dr. Deborah Jones
Dr. Dana Blakolmer

The school is eager to continue building relationships with First Nations communities to help shape future collaboration and partnership opportunities. The session will conclude with a Q&A to encourage dialogue.

We hope to see you there. You can register through the link in our bio.

We’re thrilled to share that the School of Optometry & Vision Science raised over $64,000 during Giving Day! Thank you t...
05/22/2026

We’re thrilled to share that the School of Optometry & Vision Science raised over $64,000 during Giving Day!

Thank you to everyone who donated — your generosity directly supports the future of optometric education and patient care. We’re incredibly grateful for this community and the impact you are helping to create.

Midnight is the deadline to triple your impact. We invite you to show your support by choosing a giving option that’s me...
05/21/2026

Midnight is the deadline to triple your impact.

We invite you to show your support by choosing a giving option that’s meaningful to you:

Graduation Year Gift — Donate an amount that reflects your grad year (e.g., Class of 1995 = $1,995).

Eye Exam Challenge — Donate the cost of 12 eye exams ($125 × 12 = $1,500).

Your contribution today will help advance the Waterloo Eye Institute and strengthen the future of our profession.

Please show your support: https://bit.ly/4uPgM6I

There's not much time left!We are incredibly close to reaching our $35 million goal for the Waterloo Eye Institute. Your...
05/21/2026

There's not much time left!

We are incredibly close to reaching our $35 million goal for the Waterloo Eye Institute. Your support today can help push us over the finish line. Choose a giving option that’s meaningful to you:

Graduation Year Gift — Donate an amount that reflects your grad year (e.g., Class of 1995 = $1,995).

Eye Exam Challenge — Donate the cost of 12 eye exams ($125 × 12 = $1,500).

Today is your last chance to triple your impact. Help us shape the future of optometric education and patient care.

Show your support: https://bit.ly/4uPgM6I

Today is your last day to triple your impact. Last year, the School of Optometry & Vision Science led the way by raising...
05/21/2026

Today is your last day to triple your impact.

Last year, the School of Optometry & Vision Science led the way by raising $197,000. This year, every gift made today will be matched dollar for dollar, bringing us closer to our $35 million goal to complete the Waterloo Eye Institute.

Choose a giving option that’s meaningful to you:

Graduation Year Gift — Donate an amount that reflects your grad year (e.g., Class of 1995 = $1,995).

Eye Exam Challenge — Donate the cost of 12 eye exams ($125 × 12 = $1,500).

Help us shape the future of optometric education and patient care. Please show your support: https://bit.ly/4uPgM6I

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200 Columbia Avenue West
Waterloo, ON

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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