Marpole Optometry Clinic

Marpole Optometry Clinic We provide a range of services including eye examinations, contact lens care, optical dispensing, pr

Headaches After Working on a Computer? 💻Your eyes could be contributing.An outdated prescription, focusing difficulties,...
08/31/2026

Headaches After Working on a Computer? 💻

Your eyes could be contributing.

An outdated prescription, focusing difficulties, glare, dry eyes, or simply spending hours concentrating at the same distance can lead to discomfort.

If headaches regularly show up after a day of computer work, mention it at your next eye exam.

Sometimes a small change can make your workday much more comfortable.

Quick Eye Health Quiz! 🤔Which of these can contribute to dry eyes?A) Lots of screen timeB) Air conditioningC) Contact le...
08/29/2026

Quick Eye Health Quiz! 🤔

Which of these can contribute to dry eyes?

A) Lots of screen time
B) Air conditioning
C) Contact lenses
D) Certain medications
E) All of the above

The answer is... E!

Dry eye can have many different causes, which is why the right treatment isn't necessarily the same for everyone.

Your Prescription Isn't the Whole Eye Exam 👁️“I'm seeing fine, so I don't need an eye exam.”We hear this one a lot.A com...
08/28/2026

Your Prescription Isn't the Whole Eye Exam 👁️

“I'm seeing fine, so I don't need an eye exam.”

We hear this one a lot.

A comprehensive eye exam isn't only about determining whether you need glasses.

Your optometrist also examines the health of your eyes and looks for signs of conditions that may not cause obvious symptoms early on.

Seeing clearly and having healthy eyes aren't always the same thing.

Do Carrots Really Improve Your Eyesight? 🥕There's some truth behind this one!Carrots contain beta-carotene, which your b...
08/27/2026

Do Carrots Really Improve Your Eyesight? 🥕

There's some truth behind this one!

Carrots contain beta-carotene, which your body converts into vitamin A, an important nutrient for healthy vision.

But eating extra carrots won't give you superhero eyesight. 🦸

A balanced diet with leafy greens, colourful vegetables, fish, nuts, and other nutrient-rich foods is better for supporting overall eye health.

Back-to-School Means Back-to-Eye-Exams 🎒👓New shoes? ✅School supplies? ✅Backpack? ✅Eye exam? 👀Clear, comfortable vision c...
08/26/2026

Back-to-School Means Back-to-Eye-Exams 🎒👓

New shoes? ✅
School supplies? ✅
Backpack? ✅
Eye exam? 👀

Clear, comfortable vision can make a big difference when kids are reading, using screens, seeing the board, and participating in sports.

Before the school year gets busy, it's a great time to make sure their eyes are ready too.

Why Do My Eyes Feel Tired by 3 PM? 😵‍💫If your eyes feel heavy, dry, or blurry by the afternoon, your screen might be par...
08/25/2026

Why Do My Eyes Feel Tired by 3 PM? 😵‍💫

If your eyes feel heavy, dry, or blurry by the afternoon, your screen might be part of the problem.

When we're focused on a screen, we tend to blink less. That can leave your eyes feeling dry and tired by the end of the workday.

Try taking regular screen breaks, blinking intentionally, and keeping your monitor about an arm's length away.

Still struggling? An eye exam can help determine what's really causing the discomfort.

Children often assume everyone sees the way they do. That's why regular eye exams are so important. Many vision problems...
08/08/2026

Children often assume everyone sees the way they do.
That's why regular eye exams are so important. Many vision problems have no obvious symptoms but can affect learning, reading, and confidence in school.
Healthy vision helps kids succeed both inside and outside the classroom.

Dry Eyes? It Might Be More Than the Weather 💧Burning, watery eyes, blurry vision, or the feeling that something is stuck...
08/07/2026

Dry Eyes? It Might Be More Than the Weather 💧
Burning, watery eyes, blurry vision, or the feeling that something is stuck in your eye can all be signs of dry eye.
Dry eye can be caused by screen time, medications, aging, or even the environment around you.
The good news? There are treatment options that can make a real difference.

Is It Time to Replace Your Glasses? 🤔Even if your prescription hasn't changed, your glasses might have.Scratched lenses,...
08/06/2026

Is It Time to Replace Your Glasses? 🤔
Even if your prescription hasn't changed, your glasses might have.
Scratched lenses, loose frames, worn coatings, or glasses that constantly slide down your nose can all affect how well you see and how comfortable your glasses feel.
If it's been a while, stop by and let us make sure your eyewear is still working as well as it should.

You've probably heard a lot about blue light glasses, but do they actually work?While they may help some people feel mor...
08/05/2026

You've probably heard a lot about blue light glasses, but do they actually work?
While they may help some people feel more comfortable during long hours on digital devices, the biggest cause of digital eye strain is actually how we use our screens.
Try the 20-20-20 rule: Every 20 minutes, look at something 20 feet away for 20 seconds. Your eyes will thank you!
Need help finding the right lenses for your lifestyle? We're happy to help.

Address

8679 Granville Street
Vancouver, BC
V6P5A3

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 3:30pm

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