Ontario’s optometrists detect disease early and help keep pressure off emergency rooms. Outdated funding is putting your health at risk.
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90%
of Ontarians rank vision as the most important of all five senses.
74%
believe greater government funding of vision care would improve public health.
78%
believe Ontario should increase funding for optometry services to match other large provinces like Alberta, BC, and Quebec.
Optometrists across the province, including in rural and northern communities, are ready to deliver expert eye care that keeps patients healthy and out of emergency rooms.
With advanced diagnostic technology and specialized training, they detect disease early and relieve pressure on hospitals and family doctors. But outdated OHIP funding hasn’t kept pace with the true cost of care, putting clinics and patient access at risk.
Modernized funding will ensure Ontarians can continue to receive timely, high-quality eye care close to home.
Advanced technology helps diagnose eye diseases sooner and prevent vision loss.
Fewer unnecessary ER visits and shorter specialist wait times.
Stronger community clinics across Ontario, including rural and northern areas.
Greater flexibility for optometrists to expand urgent care, allowing ERs to focus on complex cases.
