Business Details
15 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your On-Campus Optometrist for Eye Care & Eyewear
Founded in 2011 by Dr. Karen Hodgins, Campus Vision has grown from a single location at the University of Calgary to a network of clinics across major Canadian universities, including UBC, the University of Saskatchewan, and Western University. Our mission is to provide accessible, high-quality eye care to students, faculty, and the broader community through comprehensive exams, advanced diagnostics, and a wide selection of eyewear. In 2025, we joined FYidoctors, Canadas largest eye care provider, to enhance our services with cutting-edge technology and expanded expertise. Our team of licensed optometrists delivers personalized care, including dry eye treatment, contact lens fitting, diabetic eye exams, and urgent care. We prioritize convenience with on-campus locations, direct billing to insurance plans, and in-house lens finishing labs for faster service.Our commitment to innovation is reflected in tools like optical coherence tomography (OCT) for early detection of eye health issues. We emphasize affordability through value-priced eyewear packages starting at $179 and tailored support for student insurance plans. Our clinics are designed to be inclusive spaces where patients of all ages receive thorough, compassionate care. With flexible appointment availability and a focus on preventive care, we aim to meet the diverse needs of university communities. Our partnership with FYidoctors ensures continued access to industry-leading resources while maintaining the trusted, local service our patients expect.
Services
Student Eye Exams
Contact Lens Fitting
Dry Eye Treatment
Diabetic Exams
Eyewear
Laser Surgery Consultation
Urgent Eye Care
Retinal Imaging
Child Eye Exams
Seniors Exams
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We offer on-campus convenience at major Canadian universities.
- Our in-house eyewear finishing labs ensure faster service.
- We provide direct billing to most insurance plans.
- We partner with FYidoctors for advanced eye care resources.
- We specialize in student insurance expertise and affordability.
Services
Student Eye Exams
Comprehensive eye exams tailored for students, covering vision correction, eye health assessments, and insurance-friendly pricing. Our optometrists use advanced diagnostics to update prescriptions and identify issues early. Direct billing options simplify coverage through student or provincial insurance plans.
Dry Eye Treatment
Personalized dry eye management using lubricating drops, prescription medications, and lifestyle adjustments. We address underlying causes like environmental factors or systemic conditions. Our optometrists provide ongoing monitoring to ensure long-term comfort and eye health.
Contact Lens Fitting
Custom contact lens fittings considering eye curvature, tear chemistry, and lifestyle needs. We offer diverse brands and materials, ensuring optimal vision and comfort. Annual consultations update prescriptions and adapt to changing eye health requirements.
Urgent Eye Care
Prompt evaluation and treatment for redness, pain, infections, or sudden vision changes. Our clinics prioritize urgent cases during operating hours. Referrals to specialists are arranged when advanced care is needed for conditions like retinal issues or trauma.
In-House Eyewear Lab
On-site lens finishing for faster eyewear production, including single-vision prescriptions. Our precision equipment ensures accurate fitting and high-quality results. Same-day service is available for select prescriptions with prior appointments.
Questions
Do you accept student insurance plans?
Yes, we work with most student insurance providers and offer direct billing options to simplify coverage for eye exams and eyewear.
Are eye exams covered by provincial health plans?
Many provinces cover annual exams for children under 19 or seniors. Contact lens fittings and services like retinal imaging may require additional coverage.
Can I use my own eyewear frame?
Yes, we accept frames brought from home for lens replacement. Availability of same-day service depends on prescription complexity and lab capacity.
What urgent eye issues do you treat?
We address redness, infections, pain, sudden vision changes, and foreign body removal. Call immediately for urgent concerns during clinic hours.
Do you offer laser surgery consultations?
Yes, we assess candidacy for laser surgery and coordinate referrals to certified centers. Post-operative care is provided at our clinics.
Reviews (6)
Breanna Dann
Nov 01, 2021
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Best eye care experience ever!! The eye doctor was friendly and funny, she made sure i was getting the right prescription and walked me through everything. The front staff was awesome and were very helpful in finding the right frames for my face.
Mateo Vitale
Oct 30, 2021
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Best eyecare experience I have ever had. The staff were super friendly, accommodating, efficient, and knowledgeable. The doctor who saw me (forgot her name) was extremely energetic, hilarious, and knew so much about soccer! You all made my day. Great job!
Abdul Subhan Qazi
Oct 24, 2021
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Extremely professional! I had my first appointment this morning it was super amazing. The staff is really courteous and friendly. They examine me very well with due care. They had given me the best advices I could ever have. Thanks Campus Vison!
Oanh Nguyen
Oct 02, 2021
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I went for an eye check for the first time in my life, so you could imagine the anxiety and confusion. The staffs and doctor all made it so easy. The friendliness and detailed instructions (from both medically and aesthetically point of view) helped me a lot!!! The one-year warrant sounds super cool too
Dan McDonald
Sep 28, 2021
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Best place to get glasses ever! Awesome technology for accurate prescription, super friendly service, amazing optometrist, and they even helped me pick out the coolest looking frames! Super grateful I got my eye exam, glasses, and contact lenses here! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
Merlin Shibu
Sep 24, 2021
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The staff were very friendly and communicated the details of the glasses and prices well. Rae, who assisted me throughout made my experience a breeze and is a wonderful lady. I had a pleasant and informative experience. Thank you!
