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In Memoriam: Dr. John Morgan

Dr. John (“Jack”) Morgan passed away on July 12th in Kingston, Ontario at the age of 86. He was on the faculty at Queen’s University, Department of Medicine and Chief of Ophthalmology at Hotel Dieu Hospital in Kingston.

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Vuarnet Opens First US Store

The 1,000 square foot space in New York’s Nolita opened its doors July 14, timed to coincide with Bastille Day.

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First SILMO Bangkok Records 3,750 Trade Visitors from 42 Countries

The first edition of SILMO Bangkok 2018 reflected its success as the gateway to ASEAN’s optical industry.

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Vista Outdoor Announces Sale of Bollé, Cébé and Serengeti Brands

Vista Outdoor Inc. announced Monday, July 9, that it has entered into a definitive agreement to sell the legal entities operating its Bollé, Cébé and Serengeti brands to an entity controlled by a significant European private equity fund.

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Kate Spade New York is Playful with Poppy Flowers   

Vandra from Kate Spade New York features a cat eye shaped optical frame with flat metal construction.

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Altair Eyewear and Draper James Sign Exclusive Global Licensing Agreement

Altair Eyewear Inc., a division of Marchon Eyewear Inc., and Draper James, the Southern-inspired lifestyle brand founded by Reese Witherspoon, announced that they have entered into an exclusive global licensing agreement.

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First Annual Canadian Dry Eye Summit

The first annual Canadian Dry Eye Summit (CDES) was held on May 25 -26th, 2018 at the Hotel Novotel in Mississauga Ontario.

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Myopia Awareness Week to Go Global

The World Council of Optometry and the Brien Holden Vision Institute (BHVI)  have formed a partnership to bring Myopia Awareness Week, previously limited to Australia, to a global audience.

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Genetic Factors for Myopia Identified

A genetic study from the Mainz University Medical Center has identified 161 genetic factors for myopia.

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Essilor Canada Launches New Crizal® Sapphire 360° UV

The Anti-reflective Coating for Best in Class Transparency

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