Salt Spring Eyecare Optometry Clinic

August is Children's Eye Health Month!

Signs your child should have an eye exam...
Squinting
Excessive blinking
Excessive eye rubbing
Tearing, red, itchy, or burning eyes
Holding objects close to the eyes
Headaches or eye strain
Blurry vision or double vision
Eye turn (strabismus)
Turning or tilting the head
Covering or closing one eye.

Contact us to schedule an exam.

We’re hiring! We would like to welcome a kind, patient, organized, and respectful individual to our team.
We are looking for someone who has experience in customer service and enjoys working with people.
They must also be open to expanding their scope of knowledge.
Experience in the optical field would be an asset, but not required; training as an optometric assistant will be provided.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Please note that we will only be contacting those we are considering for the position.
Email: [email protected]

We will be closed Monday August 3 for BC Day.
If you have an ocular emergency please go to Lady Minto Hospital.

Protect your eyes against poor Air Quality.
1. Check your local air quality health index.
2. Stay indoors whenever possible.
3. If you’re outside, protect your eyes. Wear sunglasses or other eye protection.
4. Resist the urge to rub your eyes. Rubbing them will only make things worse.
5. Practice good contact lens hygiene. If your contacts cause you discomfort or pain, stop using them.
6. When in doubt, contact your optometrist.

July is UV Safety Awareness Month. The quality of sunglasses is important. Sunglasses with anti-reflective coating on both sides of the lens are better as it prevents both front and back glare. In addition to UV protection, the quality of the materials and consistency of the tints is crucial in providing good optics for comfortable viewing. Imperfections in the lenses can distort vision, causing a mild headache or eyestrain when the sunglasses are worn.
Come on in if you have any questions or if you'd like us to check your current sunglasses are fully UV protected.

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We are closed July 1 and 2 for Canada Day! If you have an ocular emergency please go to Lady Minto Hospital.

We are hiring!
We’re looking for a Licensed Optician who is eager to join us at our long-established optometry clinic on beautiful Salt Spring Island, BC. Someone who truly loves to connect with people and wants to be part of a close-knit community and caring “work family” would be the perfect fit. We are excited to welcome a kind, patient, organized, and respectful professional to our team.
Flexible start date. Extended health benefits available. Vision care. Store discount. We look forward to hearing from you!
Opticians Association of Canada

Just like your skin, your eyes can be damaged by long-term sun exposure. UV rays may increase the risk of cataracts, eye disease, and long-term vision problems.

Easy ways to remember your sunglasses:
☀️ Keep a pair in your bag or car
☀️ Store them by your keys or bag
☀️ Have a backup pair for work or travel
☀️ Make them part of your daily routine - even on cloudy days

Pair your sunglasses with a wide-brim hat for even more protection and keep your vision healthy all summer long.

Healthy vision starts with healthy habits!

✅ Visit our Eye Health Library post to read more on the symptoms of UV Eye Damage and how to help reduce UV damage: https://bc.doctorsofoptometry.ca/library/risks-associated-with-sun-exposure/

June is Cataract Awareness Month! A cataract forms when the clear lens inside your eye becomes cloudy. It can affect vision and generally develops as people get older. Cataracts can develop slowly over many years or rapidly progress over a few months. When a cataract is “ripe”, it can be easily treated with cataract surgery.
Regular eye exams are the best way to know if they are developing.