Consumer Complaints

Complaints can be made in writing to the Opticians of Manitoba office and can be sent via mail, email, fax or delivered in person. If you have any questions about what needs to be included in your written complaint, please contact the Opticians of Manitoba office.

Articles of Interest

October 21, 2009 - October Is Eye Health Month... READ MORE

October 23, 2009 - Press Release - Opticians Council of Canada Warns Against Purchasing Cosmetic Contact Lenses From A Non-Regulated Provider... READ MORE

October 23, 2009 - Press Release - Opticians Council of Canada Warns Against Purchasing Cosmetic Contact Lenses From A Non-Licensed Professional. Consumer Handout... READ MORE

September 26, 2008 - Health Canada Warns Public About Coloured Contact Lenses
OTTAWA - Health Canada, in consultation with the Canadian Ophthalmological Society, the Canadian Association of Optometrists, the Opticians Association of Canada, the Retail Council of Canada and the Canadian Association of Chain Drugstores, is warning consumers of serious safety concerns with the use of non-corrective coloured contact lenses, also commonly known as "cosmetic" contacts. CLICK HERE to read more.

September 26, 2008 - FDA Warns Consumers Against Using Decorative Contact Lenses Obtained Without a Prescription or Professional Fitting
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is warning consumers about serious risks of permanent eye injury, potentially leading to blindness, presented by non-corrective, decorative contact lenses distributed without a prescription and without proper fitting by an eye care professional. CLICK HERE to read more.

July 23, 2008 - Sunglasses: More Than a Fashion Statement
With all the focus on protecting your skin from the damaging effects of the sun, it's good to remember that your eyes need protection too. Read More courtesy of MSN Health & Fitness.