Ambleside Family Optometry

Ambleside Family Optometry We are a local, independent optometry clinic dedicated to maintaining your eye health and vision.

Our optometrist provides comprehensive care including eye exams, contact lens consultations and emergency eye visits.

Just because the weather is cooling down in Edmonton does not mean it is time to pack away your sunglasses.In our latest...
09/03/2026

Just because the weather is cooling down in Edmonton does not mean it is time to pack away your sunglasses.

In our latest blog, The Autumn Sun Shift: Why Year-Round UV Protection Still Matters in Edmonton, we break down how low solar angles cause eye fatigue, why children are at a higher risk for UV damage, and how polarized and photochromic lenses keep your vision clear and safe.

Visit the link below to read the full article and protect your vision this season.

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09/01/2026

You CAN buy glasses online, until they arrive and… 👀

They’re the wrong size
They slide down your nose
Your eyes feel strained
Your vision doesn’t feel quite right

Save yourself the guess work and come see us instead 😉

September is the perfect time to reset your family routine.As the busy autumn season begins and schedules fill up with s...
08/31/2026

September is the perfect time to reset your family routine.

As the busy autumn season begins and schedules fill up with school, work, and extra-curricular activities, do not forget to prioritize your visual health. Clear, comfortable vision is essential whether you are sitting in a classroom, working in front of a computer monitor, or driving in changing autumn lighting.

The clinical team at Ambleside Family Optometry is here to help you start the season with sharp vision and healthy eyes. Visit the link in our bio to book your comprehensive eye health assessment in South Edmonton today.

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08/28/2026

Your eyes process a world far more colourful than any screen can display.

The human eye can recognize roughly 1 million distinct colours. This incredible ability relies on millions of specialized photoreceptor cells in your retina, called cones, working together in real time to process every shade, tint, and hue around you.

However, uncorrected refractive errors, digital eye strain, and surface dryness can dull contrast and cause subtle visual fatigue without you realizing it. Keeping your retinas healthy and your prescription up to date ensures you experience the full vibrancy of your surroundings every day.

Experience clear, comfortable vision. Visit the link in our bio to schedule your comprehensive eye health assessment at Ambleside Family Optometry today.

Are long hours spent working from home leaving your distance vision feeling noticeably blurry by the end of the day? Whi...
08/26/2026

Are long hours spent working from home leaving your distance vision feeling noticeably blurry by the end of the day? While childhood nearsightedness stems from the physical elongation of the eyeball, adult vision shifts are frequently tied to intense, continuous close-up visual demands from laptops, monitors, and smartphones.

When you focus on a digital screen for hours without adequate breaks, your internal focusing muscles can experience an accommodative spasm. This leaves the muscles locked in a contracted state that closely mimics true nearsightedness. Combined with a reduced blink rate that rapidly dries out the eye surface, continuous screen work causes significant ocular fatigue and can even contribute to permanent prescription shifts over time.

Our latest blog explores how screen time impacts adult vision, how to distinguish between true myopia and digital eye fatigue, and how specialized anti-fatigue or occupational lenses from Ambleside Family Optometry can restore your daily visual comfort.

Visit our website to read the full post and learn how to optimize your digital workspace for healthier, more comfortable vision.

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Step into the new school year with confidence.Our newest collection of back-to-school frames has just arrived at Amblesi...
08/24/2026

Step into the new school year with confidence.

Our newest collection of back-to-school frames has just arrived at Ambleside Family Optometry, featuring unique, independent styles that stand out in the classroom. From bold acetates to lightweight, comfortable metals, we have the perfect fit for students who want to express their personal style while enjoying crisp, clear vision.

Stop by our South Edmonton optical boutique today to find their new favourite pair before the September rush begins.

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08/22/2026

Your friendly reminder to always take out your contact lenses before bed 😌

(not applicable to our wonderful Ortho-K patients)

Find the right contact lenses for your vision and lifestyle—right here at our clinic 👁️

Between tablets, laptops, and smartboards, modern students spend more time looking at digital screens than ever before. ...
08/20/2026

Between tablets, laptops, and smartboards, modern students spend more time looking at digital screens than ever before. While technology enhances learning, it also places unique demands on developing young eyes.

When children stare at screens for long periods, their blink rate drops by up to fifty percent, leading to dry, irritated eyes. Combined with glare and blue light, screen time forces focusing muscles to work extra hard, often resulting in headaches, frequent eye rubbing, and neck strain. Beyond daily fatigue, prolonged close-up screen work is also closely linked to the rapid progression of pediatric myopia, or nearsightedness.

Our latest blog covers practical ways to prevent digital eye strain at home, simple screen rules to protect developing eyes, and how specialized lenses or myopia management at Ambleside Family Optometry can help your child stay comfortable all school year long.

Visit our website to read the full post and help set your child up for a healthy, focused school year.

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16224 Ellerslie Road SW
Edmonton, AB
T6W3S8

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 11am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 3pm

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