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May 27, 2021May 27, 2021

Weyburn Eye Care Clinic Joins FYidoctors

FYidoctors announces the addition of Weyburn Eye Care Clinic to its banner. The merger marks FYidoctors’ first optometry practice in the city of Weyburn, which is regarded as one of the growing regional centres in southeast Saskatchewan.

In operation since the 1940s, Weyburn Eye Care is the only vision care clinic in Weyburn. Led by optometrists Dr. Sonya Hung and Dr. Robert Labbie, the clinic provides complete and comprehensive eye care.

“Weyburn Eye Care Clinic has been the exclusive provider of quality, comprehensive eye care in the community for over 80 years,” said Dr. Alan Ulsifer, CEO and Chairman of FYidoctors. “The new partnership will continue to serve the Weyburn and surrounding areas through the patient-centric care they are accustomed to.”

“We’re thrilled to partner with an organization who, like us, share in the vision of enhancing the lives of patients through quality eye care,” said Dr. Robert Labbie. “In partnering, we join a growing team of experts, and have access to an abundance of resources and technological advances,” added Dr. Hung. “

A supporter of excellence outside the clinic’s doors too, Weyburn Eye Care has taken part in community initiatives and projects for decades including Family Place, the Weyburn Humane Society, United Way, and many others. This impactful work will continue through FYidoctors’ Enhancing Life Foundation.

Click HERE for the full press release.

RONOR Establishes Multidisciplinary Workforce: Anonymous Designers Society

RONOR announces the creation of the Anonymous Designers Society, a workforce dedicated to creating the new NORDIC, KING SIZE by Nordic and DIVINE frame collections to be released in September.

RONOR wanted to create unique frames designed both for the consumer and the optician in mind. The Anonymous Designers Society has rallied around a common vision of pooling their expertise to analyze all aspects to enhance functionality and fit while creating classical lines with just the right touch of audacity. Simplifying the work of the opticians was also at the forefront of the creative process. Hence the Fit to Form Function.

Here are the outlines of the Fit to Form approach that guided their work:

• All front proportions (eye size and bridge) are respected to ensure a perfect fit;

• The comfort of the end user was taken into account in the creation of each frame;

• The pantoscopic angle of all eyewear can be easily adjusted;

• The arms of the nose pads have been reworked to be refined and discreet. They are adjustable at any angle;

• The length of the stems corresponds to the front calibre;

• The ends of the acetate stems are thinner and more refined. The optician can precisely adjust their length;

• Cutting and mounting lenses are simple;

• All eyewear is made with cellulose acetate and stainless steel.

The collections will be unveiled in September 2021; some models are already on the market.

Click HERE for the full press release.

May 27, 2021May 27, 2021

FFL Partners and CDPQ Complete Acquisition of New Look Vision

New Look Vision Group announced the completion of the transaction under which FFL Partners, Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec (CDPQ), and the Dr. H. Doug Barnes Family have acquired all of the outstanding Class A common shares of the Company for $50.00 in cash per Share, other than certain Shares held by certain shareholders who received, in respect of such Shares, consideration consisting of common shares of the purchaser.

“We look forward to working together with our new partners to take New Look Vision to the next level of growth and add value for our customers, partners and employees across North America,” said Antoine Amiel, President and Chief Executive Officer of New Look Vision.

FFL has a strong track record of investing in and building leading eyecare and optical retail businesses, including Eyemart Express, the second largest independent, value-focused optical retailer in the U.S.; and EyeCare Partners; one of the leading vision care providers and a former portfolio company of FFL.

CDPQ supports companies to grow, expand internationally, and accelerate their technological turn, while investing in projects that produce a more sustainable economy. CDPQ’s diverse presence in the health care services sector includes a previous investment in New Look Vision in 2019.

The Plan of Arrangement was originally announced on March 18, 2021.

As a result of the completed transaction, the Shares of New Look Vision are expected to be delisted from the Toronto Stock Exchange (the “TSX”) at the close of trading on May 28, 2021.

Click HERE for the full press release.

May 26, 2021May 18, 2021

Sandro Summer Collection

For 2021 Sandro has made some geometric updates that focus on a softer feminine approach with no harsh lines or corners. The 70s styling – a nostalgic but contemporary look in an oversized styling. A modern take on a 70s squared off shape with a slightly chunkier acetate for a clean new appeal. The SD2031 is a statement acetate style that adds a fashion appeal to the summer collection.

Distributed by Lanctôt: www.rlanctot.com

May 26, 2021May 25, 2021

Safilo Launches New Corporate Website

Safilo presents the new graphic design of its corporate website, completely redesigned and built with the aim of improving the interaction with all its stakeholders and, at the same time, spotlighting the Company’s values: craftsmanship, innovation in technology and materials, product excellence, respect for the environment and sustainability.

In the new site, designed to make navigation easier and offer information in a clear and immediate way, content is organized by areas and enriched with images, data and infographics.

“Our new website aims to be a representative showcase of Safilo’s essence and mission. It is designed to meet two essential imperatives: provide information that meets the expectations of our visitors, and share the unique spirit of the Group,” commented Angelo Trocchia, CEO of Safilo Group.

The new corporate website is one of the milestones of Safilo’s digital transformation, which also includes the launch of the new business-to-business platform, which took place last year throughout Europe, and the adoption of a new CRM platform (Customer Relationship Management).

Click HERE for the full press release.