South Calgary Eyecare

12/05/2025

It’s a wrap! 🎁 2025 was full of training wins, standout events, and moments that make us proud to support Canada’s leading network of independent ODs. Here’s to celebrating our wins, our people, and all the ways we’ve grown together this year! 💙

12/01/2025

We just wrapped an amazing month with up and coming ODs! ✨️

The future of independent optometry is in great hands, and our community is ready to support students every step of the way with mentorship, learning, and career opportunities. 🤝👓

Learn more about our student initiatives: 🔗https://ow.ly/3XY650XAitz

11/28/2025

A powerful two weeks for independent optometry at OD Business in Calgary and Toronto. 🌟

Our members stepped away from daily routines to focus on what drives long-term success. They clarified priorities, strengthened systems, and created actionable plans to implement right away.

With the right tools and teams, independent clinics excel. Thank you to the ODs who invested in their growth. Your momentum matters! 🚀

Ready to build a stronger practice in 2026? Connect with your Eye Recommend business coach or visit eyerecommend.ca today!

11/21/2025

✨ Aha moments from our OD Business training in Calgary! ✨

Independent ODs dedicated time to focus on the future of their clinics and map out their strategic next steps. We’re so proud to stand with a passionate community committed to excellence in their clinics!

Toronto, you’re up next! We can’t wait to see what you build!

11/19/2025

Where in the world is Lee Raffey? 🌎 Our CEO has been on the move, connecting with future ODs across North America. Today, he and Dr. Trevor Miranda are in the Windy City visiting the Illinois College of Optometry:

👉 Lunch & Learn with 45 CAOS students, sharing insights & exploring what's possible in independent optometry.
👉 Dinner with 3rd and 4th years for honest, career-shaping conversations

Strong connections start early, and we’re excited to help these students step confidently into the profession!

11/13/2025

We loved hosting our Dispensing 2.0 Bootcamp in Calgary! 👓

A fantastic group representing five clinics showed up full of enthusiasm and eager to expand their skills. It’s always such a highlight to see our network elevating their patient care!

Finish the year strong! Sign up for our last bootcamps of 2025 on our member site.

11/11/2025

We remember their courage.
We honour their sacrifice.

Lest we forget.

11/10/2025

When people come together with a shared purpose, progress follows.

During the Waterloo Eye Institute Fall Conference this weekend, our team met with eye care professionals who are advancing optometry across Canada.

At Eye Recommend, we invest in people and shared learning because that’s where we experience and see the difference.

11/07/2025

Friday food for thought 💭
"What would it be like if you were your own leader?"

It's a simple question that can change how we lead, and the perfect reminder as we wrap up a month focused on leadership growth and learning together.

So… how do people experience you as a leader? 👀

10/30/2025

Leadership is a skill you build and sharpen, not just a title you hold.

Eye Recommend, with Bright Wire Leadership, celebrates the graduates of our Executive Collective Coaching Program! Over 10 months, these independent optometrists underwent a transformative journey of personalized coaching, strategic mastery, and peer collaboration.

They now emerge as visionary executives ready to drive exceptional growth in their practices and in eyecare.

Congratulations to all the graduates! We are proud to stand behind a network of bold leaders.

10/22/2025

We’re ready to meet the next generation of independent optometrists!

Eye Recommend Virtual Interview Day gives members an exclusive opportunity to connect with graduating students across Canada — matching passionate new ODs with clinics shaping the future of independent optometry. 👓

We handle the matching and interviews, so you can focus on discovering talent that fits your practice and vision. ✨

📣 4th-year students: Ready to take the next step in your optometry career? Sign up here: https://ow.ly/a7It50Xgz8V

12/09/2015

Learn how to create your own rice eye mask.

This DIY rice eye mask is easy to make and perfect for a relaxing night at home after a stressful day!

12/07/2015

A majority of eye conditions are linked to Diabetes. To learn more, click here: http://expi.co/0iqNn

12/04/2015

Happy Friday, Baby!

12/02/2015

You don't have to be able to talk to have an eye exam. Children as young as 6 months can and should get an exam.

11/30/2015

Help prevent light-induced damage to your retina with Lycopene, which is abundant in tomatoes. http://expi.co/0iNUQ

11/27/2015

"Does reading in the dark damage your eyes?" and 11 other eye related myths you might be interested in.

Popular misconceptions and myths about eye health and vision problems that some believe to be true. Carrots improve vision, computers worsen vision, etc.

11/25/2015

Follow these 10 practical tips for a healthy life and healthy eyes! http://expi.co/0hvzg

11/23/2015

Did you know that goldfish can't close their eyes as they have no eyelids?

11/20/2015

SMILE its Friday!!!!

11/18/2015

How long ago was your last eye exam? Schedule an exam today if it's been over a year.

11/13/2015

The world is a beautiful place even if you only see in gray.

11/11/2015

Our office is closed today for Remembrance Day. We will reopen Thursday at 10:00am