The third annual NextGEN OD Canada event is set to take place on March 26, 2025, bringing together Canadian optometry students from across North America for an evening of insights, networking, and career-building opportunities.
This year, the event expands its reach, broadcasting live from the University of Waterloo’s Federation Hall and New England College of Optometry (NECO) and simulcast to other participating U.S. optometry schools.
NextGEN OD Canada is dedicated to supporting the next generation of Canadian optometrists by providing access to industry leaders, career resources, and essential discussions on the future of optometry in Canada. The event, starting at 5:30 PM local time in both Waterloo and Boston, will feature a keynote presentation by Dr. Jenny Lee (UW 2023), who will share her experiences and insights with students preparing to enter the profession.
At 7:00 PM (ET), the event will transition to a live Zoom simulcast, allowing students across North America to tune in for a dynamic expert panel discussion featuring top Canadian Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) in optometry. Panelists will share valuable perspectives on the Canadian optometric landscape, providing students with essential knowledge for their future careers.
Dr. Jenny Lee (UW 2023) will deliver the keynote address, sharing insights from her journey from School, through residency and practice.
In addition to expert discussions, registered attendees will have the chance to win exciting prizes, with a total prize pool exceeding $3,000!
Sponsors Supporting the Next Generation of Optometrists
NextGEN OD Canada 2025 is made possible through the generous support of leading industry sponsors:
🔹 Visionary Sponsors: Eye Recommend, FYidoctors, OSI Group, and Specsavers
🔹 Horizon Sponsors: Vogue Optical, Clinical & Refractive Optometry, and ROI Corporation
Their commitment to fostering the growth and success of future optometrists ensures that students have access to invaluable learning and networking opportunities.
Event Details:
📍 Live Event Locations:
- Federation Hall, University of Waterloo (Waterloo, ON)
- New England College of Optometry (Boston, MA)
- Additional participating optometry schools
🕠 Local Check-in: 5:30 PM (Waterloo & Boston)
🖥 Zoom Simulcast Begins: 7:00 PM (ET)
Optometry students are encouraged to register now for the ZOOM event and secure their spot at this must-attend event for future Canadian optometrists.
In addition to the March 26 event, a live event and rebroadcast is scheduled for April 3rd at 6 PM Pacific time to accommodate students in the western time zones.
📌 Register Here: https://vuepoint.ac-page.com/Futurefocus-2025-ZOOM
For more information, please contact:
David Pietrobon
Eye Care Business Canada
📧 Dpietrobon@vuepoint.ca
📞 226-780 6871 x 5111
