Full-time Membership

A licensed optometrist, practicing in Alberta who works a minimum of 75 days per year and who holds valid membership with the Alberta College of Optometrists, may apply for Full-Time Membership with the AAO.  The applicant must pay all relevant professional dues, fees and levies and agree to uphold the bylaws of the AAO.
Benefits include (a full benefits guide will be provided with membership):
• A voice in legislative affairs
• A listing on the patient Find an Optometrist tool on the AAO webpage
• Patient information materials and aids
• Public promotional campaigns, materials and equipment loans
• Member discounts for personal and professional services
• Regional meetings and workshops
• Continuing education opportunities, in-person and online
• AAO annual general meeting and conference
• Monthly newsletters that provide current and trending practice and optometry news
• AAO vision care programs (Eye See. . .Eye Learn® and Eyesafe™)
• Online resources
• Membership with the Canadian Association of Optometrists

For additional information, please contact our Member Services Coordinator at:
[email protected]