Nova Scotia Association of Optometrists

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Nova Scotia Association of Optometrists

Our mission is to support our members to deliver excellence in eye and vision care to all Nova Scotians.

Our goal is to promote collaboration with other health professionals and increase public awareness about the important role of optometrists in preventive care and Eye health.

02/18/2026

What increases your risk of Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD)?

Some factors you can’t change, like family history and ethnicity.
👉 Others you can, like smoking, diet, weight and UV exposure.

Small lifestyle changes can protect your vision long term.

Watch Dr. Maria Coward, Optometrist break it down, and don’t forget to book your eye exam with an optometrist! 👁️

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02/13/2026

Not all blindness looks like darkness. 👁️✨

“Legally blind” doesn’t mean seeing black, it means vision is significantly reduced, and it looks different for everyone.

Learn more from Dr. Alexandra Baillie about what this truly means!

02/06/2026

AMD, or age-related macular degeneration, impacts the part of the eye that governs central vision, gradually making activities like reading and recognizing faces increasingly challenging.

February is AMD Awareness Month! Regular eye exams with an optometrist can help identify early changes. Save this post and share it with someone you care about. 💙👁️

01/05/2026

As we start a new year, our vision for 2026 is clear 👁️✨

Protect your eyes from screen strain, wear sunglasses to shield your eyes from UV, and stay on top of regular eye exams. Small habits today help protect your vision for years to come.

What are your favourite ways to protect your eyes?

12/29/2025

Optometrist or ophthalmologist, what’s the difference? 👁️

In this video, Dr. France Muise, Optometrist explains the distinct roles of each eye care professional and when it’s appropriate to see one or the other. Understanding the difference helps ensure you receive the right care for your vision needs.

12/22/2025

Optometrists see eye injuries every year from toys that aren’t age-appropriate. Those labels are based on real injury data, not how “ready” a child seems. Following age recommendations helps protect children's eyes from preventable injuries.

The Association of Optometrists of Nova Scotia recommends checking age labels every time, safer play means healthier eyes 💙✨

🎁❄️ Wishing you happy, safe holidays filled with joy and play.

12/19/2025

Age labels aren’t optional, they’re a safety guideline 👀🧸

Toy age recommendations are based on real injury risks, including eye injuries, not on how mature or capable a child may seem. Small parts, projectiles, cords, and sharp edges can cause serious harm when toys are used too early.

The Nova Scotia Association of Optometrists encourages parents and caregivers to check age labels before buying or gifting toys, especially during the holidays. Protecting vision starts with safer play.

12/17/2025

December is Safe Toys and Gifts Awareness Month, and some toys are way riskier than they look 👀🎁

From sharp edges to flying projectiles, elastic cords, and small parts that snap or shoot off, these toys are some of the biggest causes of eye injuries in kids. A split second of play can turn into an emergency eye visit.

The Nova Scotia Association of Optometrists reminds parents and caregivers to choose toys carefully, check and follow age recommendations, and supervise play, especially during the holidays.

Eye injuries are preventable, vision is not replaceable. If an accident happens, see an optometrist right away 💙

12/09/2025

If small print is starting to blur or you find yourself holding things farther away to read, your eyes might be hinting it is time for reading glasses. 👓

In this reel, Dr. Maria Coward, Optometrist breaks down the most common signs, why they happen, and when you should book an eye exam with an optometrist to get ahead of the strain.

12/03/2025

👁️ Even if everything looks crystal clear, your eyes can still be hiding issues you cannot feel. Dr. France Muise, Optometrist breaks down why routine exams matter and how they protect your vision long term. Book with an optometrist and keep your eyes in check.

11/28/2025

👁️✨ In 40 seconds, Dr. Alexandra Baillie of FYidoctors in Halifax explains glaucoma, a condition that can progress without noticeable symptoms. Early detection matters, schedule an eye exam with an optometrist to safeguard your vision.

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11/26/2025

The Canadian Association of Optometrists (CAO) is working with governments to update optometrists’ scope of practice so patients can access safe, evidence-based eye care sooner. Provinces like Alberta and Ontario are reviewing additions such as YAG capsulotomy, SLT for glaucoma, and benign eyelid lesion removal, procedures already taught in optometry programs and performed safely in the U.S. and U.K.

“As the front line of vision health and eye care, optometrists are highly trained, regulated professionals who already provide comprehensive diagnosis and management of ocular disease,” - Dr. Allison Scott, President of CAO.

With long specialist wait times and gaps in rural and northern communities, allowing optometrists to provide these routine in-office procedures will reduce delays while keeping ophthalmologists focused on complex surgeries that require their expertise. Optometrists’ training and safety record strongly support this update.

Read the full CAO release: https://rebrand.ly/o9nxddj

Address

604 – 5657 Spring Garden Road Box 142
Halifax, NS
B3J3R4

Telephone

+19024352845

Website

https://www.nsoptometrists.ca/

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