College Of Opticians Of Ontario

We protect the public by regulating Ontario opticians, to ensure they maintain a high Standard of Practise and professionalism. When it comes to your health, especially your eyes, being informed is essential. With vision care, patients are often uncertain which health professional delivers which service.

The three eye care professionals that we will discuss and define are Opticians, Optometrists and Ophthalmologists. In 2004, the Ontario Government introduced the Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA) to ensure clarity and consistency amongst all health care providers when it comes to the collection, use, disclosure, and protection of your personal health information.