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Here's what you need to know about sunglasses

The sun is shining and we’re ready to let you know about what you need to know about what to look for in your next pair of sunglasses....

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Blue Light Protection Lenses – Shield Your Eyes from Digital Screen Strain

Blue Light Blocking Glasses Blue light blocking glasses are a new trend that is being talked about more and more frequently. They are...

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What is PD (Pupillary Distance)? A Complete Guide to Understanding and Measuring Your PD

This has become a topic of conversation in our industry. We will do our best to tread lightly, but we want to share what we believe is...

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Why Does My Eye Hurt When I Blink

Why Does My Eye Hurt When I Blink? If you are asking yourself this question, then read on! You may experience random pains in your body...

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Pink Eye vs. Stye: How to Tell the Difference and Get the Right Treatment

Learn the key differences between pink eye and styes, including symptoms, causes, and treatment options. Find out how to identify and treat

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How Much is an Eye Exam in Calgary? Everything You Need to Know

Wondering about eye exam costs in Calgary? Learn the price range, what’s included in a comprehensive exam, and how Alberta Health covers.

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When Should a Child have their First Eye Exam?

If you have a child, you are familiar with the many doctor’s visits you will have to bring your kid back and forth to. Another doctor...

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What is the Difference Between Strabismus and Amblyopia

The Difference Between Strabismus and Amblyopia Strabismus and amblyopia are eye issues that can arise in people of any age. They are...

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What is a Comprehensive Eye Exam

Why should I get a comprehensive eye exam? Here are 15 reasons why you should see your Optometrist for an eye exam: Updating Your...

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What To Look For In Your Prescription Glasses

Here are our five tips to consider before you invest in your prescription glasses for clear, comfortable vision: Say “NO” to...

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How Do I Take Care of My Contact Lenses?

Getting contact lenses for the first time is a very exciting time in your life. Here’s how to wear your contact lenses safely. 1. Avoid...

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What is Farsightedness?

Hyperopia (aka farsightedness) is a visual condition in which distant objects appear clearer than up close objects including computer...

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What is Myopia?

Myopia (aka nearsightedness) is a common visual condition where objects/images close are clear (eg. reading, TV), but objects at a...

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What is Amblyopia?

Amblyopia (aka lazy or wandering eye) occurs when there is a reduced or loss of vision in one or both eyes. What causes Amblyopia? Common...

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What is Binocular Vision?

Take a moment to think back about the last time you went to see a 3-D movie at the Cineplex. Do you remember how things were out of...

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What To Expect For My Eye Exam?

Annual eye exams are your best friend in making sure you’re eyes are healthy and that you’re seeing optimally. Eye exams are beneficial...

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How to protect your eyes from UV damage?

It’s finally Spring time in the year 2020, and we want to educate our friends about the importance of UV protection. Did you know that...

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COVID-19: Can I still safely wear my contact lenses?

Our fellow eye nerd friends at the University of Waterloo released a statement on March 16, 2020 that, “there is no evidence that contact...

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Screen time: How much is too much for my kids?

We take this question to heart when it comes to our childrens' exam, and make it our mission to educate all of our parents, especially...

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My Kid’s Prescription Keep Getting Worse, what can I do?

The answer is not quite stop, but slow down significantly yes. This blog is for kids who are nearsighted, not far-sighted, between the...

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