Causeway Optical/Coastal Vision Clinic

05/06/2026

OFFICE CLOSURE ANNOUCEMENT: We will be closed again today, May 6th, for further Optosys training. Please call 902-624-3937 for emergencies. We apologize for any inconvenience.

04/28/2026

OFFICE CLOSURE NOTICE:
Our offices will be closed on May 4th and 5th while we train and transition to our new electronic medical records system, Optosys.
We’re very excited about this improvement and thank you for your patience as we make this change!

04/14/2026

BOOKING NOTICE: Our St. Peter's office, Coastal Vision Clinic, has bookings available in April if you are need an appointment. Please call 902-535-2000 to reach our St. Peter's office.

As well, Dr. Nicole Sampson and Dr. Emily Smith now have additional availability in May (Dr. Smith) and June (Dr. Smith and Dr. Sampson). Please call our office promptly to book as these spots will not last long.

We are still welcoming new patients at this time—please contact us soon to secure your spot, as availability is limited.

Thank you.

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04/01/2026

April 1st: Causeway Optical will delay opening until 10 am this morning due to weather. Coastal Vision Clinic in St. Peter’s will open for 9 am as usual. We apologize for any inconvience. Please stay safe. ❄️

03/31/2026

Causeway Optical is excited to begin a new chapter tomorrow at our new location: 830 Reeves St., Port Hawkesbury.

We look forward to welcoming you and continuing to care for the community in this beautiful new space.

This move would not have been possible without the incredible support of our family, friends, dedicated staff, and valued partners. A heartfelt thank you to Winmar Antigonish, Rockdale Electric, Sebastian Ritz (painter), Maple Signs & Engravings, and the previous owners, Dr. Johanna Sampson and Warren Sampson.

Our journey began in 1971, when Clem Bates opened Causeway Optical in the basement of a church. In 1976, we moved to the Town Centre, where we remained for nearly five decades. In 2008, Dr. Johanna Sampson and Warren Sampson carried the business forward, and now in 2026, we are honoured to continue that legacy as the new owners of this long-standing part of the community.

Thank you for your continued support over the years. We look forward to serving you for many years to come.

Sincerely,

Dr. Emily Smith & Dr. Nicole Sampson
Co-Owners, Causeway Optical & Coastal Vision Clinic

WINMAR Property Restoration Specialists - New Glasgow/Antigonish
Sebastian Ritz Painting
Rockdale Electric LTD

03/25/2026

📢 ANNOUNCEMENT:
Our office will be closed on Friday, March 27 (open for pick-ups in the morning only), as well as March 30 and 31.

We’re excited to reopen on April 1st (no joke!) at our new location: 830 Reeves St., Port Hawkesbury.

Thank you for your patience during our move—we can’t wait to welcome you to our new space!

03/23/2026

We would like to extend a huge thank you to the team at Maple Signs & Engravings for creating our beautiful road and building signs at our new location (830 Reeves St.). Your hard work and excellent communication were truly appreciated during our busy renovation period!
The countdown to our big move is officially on. Come visit us this April at 830 Reeves St.
To book an eye exam, call 902-625-3937.
Thank you for your continued support during this time of transition.

03/09/2026

This International Woman’s Day we are reflecting on all of the incredible women in our offices. We feel privileged to be surround by such smart, hard working, thoughtful, and community oriented individuals.

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Today, we celebrate all the incredible women in optometry. Optometrists, optometric assistants and staff whose dedication and expertise help us all see a brighter future!

02/24/2026

February 24th: Causeway Optical will be open at 9am for orders/pickups and at 1 pm for eye examinations. Thank you. ❄️

02/24/2026

February 24th: Coastal Vision Clinic in St. Peter’s will be open as normal. Causeway Optical in Port Hawkesbury will be rescheduling patients from this morning. We will update you here when the office is open for orders/pickups. ❄️

02/07/2026

February is AMD Awareness Month 💙
Risk factors for age-related macular degeneration include family history, smoking, diet, and UV exposure.
Remember: the best medicine is prevention—routine eye exams help with early detection and protecting your vision.