Vision Health Month 2026 and the GetEyeWise Campaign
For Vision Health Month 2026, the Canadian Association of Optometrists promoted its GetEyeWise awareness campaign. Announced on May 1 with sponsorship support from Alcon, the campaign was scheduled for May and June on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube in English and French. Canadian Association of Optometrists - May 2026 campaign release
Its message remains useful beyond the campaign dates: make eye care part of your health routine and take changes in vision seriously.
What GetEyeWise encouraged Canadians to notice
The campaign used everyday mistakes and difficulty with fine print to draw attention to vision. Its website also explains that some eye conditions can develop without obvious symptoms. A comprehensive exam can investigate both how well you see and the health of your eyes. Canadian Association of Optometrists - GetEyeWise campaign
An awareness campaign can prompt you to arrange care, but it cannot determine your diagnosis or the correct interval between visits. Those decisions belong with your eye-care professional.
Turn the reminder into a plan
Check the date of your last exam and the return interval your optometrist recommended. If you do not have that information, contact the clinic. When asking for an appointment, describe any symptoms and when they began.
For general guidance, read when to get an eye exam in Canada. The 2025 Canada Eyecare Report describes what surveyed adults said about overdue exams, cost and waiting for symptoms. Parents can use our children's eye exam guide to prepare for a first visit or a routine check.
Ask about the visit before you arrive
Find out what your appointment will include, how long to allow and whether you should make travel arrangements if your eyes are dilated. Bring your glasses, medication information and any relevant health or insurance documents. Canadian Association of Optometrists - What to bring
If cost is a concern, ask for the expected fee and check your public or private coverage. A clear explanation of the appointment and charges can make it easier to plan.
Use the official campaign resources
The CAO GetEyeWise campaign page contains the organization's awareness material. iSeeWell is summarizing the campaign for readers; this article does not imply a partnership with or endorsement by the CAO.
Find a clinic for routine care
Browse optometry clinics on iSeeWell and contact a suitable clinic to confirm its services and appointment. For urgent symptoms, contact an appropriate clinical service directly rather than waiting for routine booking.
This article is an archive of the 2026 campaign. Its original campaign dates remain part of the story.
Book an eye exam online
iSeeWell helps you find a clinic and request an appointment:
- Find optometry clinics across Canada
- Confirm the clinic offers the service you need
- Wait for the clinic to confirm the appointment
For coverage by province, see eye exam coverage in Canada. For signs it may be time to book, see when to get an eye exam. For cost details, see eye exam cost in Canada. More guides. Clear vision starts with the right care and the right appointment.
About this information: iSeeWell helps patients find clinics and request appointments; it does not provide clinical care. This is general information, not individual medical advice. Appointment requests require clinic confirmation.