2024 Conference & Optifair

Registration for the 2024 AAO Conference & Optifair is open! 

This year's event will take place in beautiful Banff, Alberta. We have prepared a packed schedule tailored for both Optometrists and Optometric Staff.

Our Continuing Education Committee has curated an exceptional package of education sessions that are certain to exceed your expectations. Additionally, our social events provide the perfect opportunity to reconnect with colleagues, while our daily luncheons promise a variety of enriching experiences.

 

Be sure to explore the guides for full details, and don't forget to register early to take advantage of our early bird draws.



We look forward to welcoming you in Banff!

REGISTER HERE

Registration Guides:  

Optometrist Program
Optometric Staff Program

For more information regarding AAO events please contact:

Amy Sylvestre
Events Coordinator
[email protected]

AAO Awards 2024

The Awards Luncheon at the AAO annual conference is always an exciting time and an opportunity to acknowledge members who have contributed to the profession and/or their community.

Now Accepting Nominations for:

• Honourary Member 
• Lifetime Member
• AAO Service Award
• Optometric Assistant of the year
• Optician of the year

Here's what you need to know!

1. More details including: Descriptions, Eligibility, Criteria, Selection and Nomination process. Please use links below.
2. Submit the nomination prior to August 23, 2024
3. The awards will be presented at the Awards Luncheon at conference on Friday, October 4, 2024.

Optometrist Awards

Optometric Staff Awards

2024 Virtual Regional Meeting

Thank you to everyone who came out for our in-person Regional Meetings! As always, our members shared valuable feedback on our activities and insight into industry priorities.

We are seeking feedback and insights on:
• AAO Strategic Plans
• Issues important to you
• Work that has taken place over the past year
• Emerging priorities to the profession

If you were not able to attend in person, you can still join us for a virtual session on the evening of Tuesday, July 30. This is a great opportunity to share your input and connect with your association.

Please join us in supporting the profession as we move forward!
 
REGISTER HERE

Are You Interested in Joining the AAO Council?


This is for AAO members who may be interested in running for council one day.

Dr. Andrea Lasby (President) and Dr. Richard Cowles (Past President) are hosting a 30-minute virtual council information session.

SESSION DETAILS
AAO Council Info Session
Wednesday, August 7 | 7-8 PM MST
Zoom webinar

TOPICS TO BE COVERED
What council does
What it means to be a council member
Personal and professional growth opportunities

There will be a Q&A session after the presentation.

REGISTER HERE

CE, Ski & More

We’re headed to Banff for a weekend of fun in the snow, social evens at the Banff Springs, and some great CE!

Event Details

Date: March 7 to 9, 2025
Location: Fairmont Banff Springs