Application for PLAR
 IMPORTANTOOM conducts the registration and licensing process in English only. As a result, all application forms must be completed in English, and all required documents must be written in English or must be translated into English and notarized.The Immigrant Centre provides referrals to cost-effective translation services. The Immigrant Centre also provides free notary public services for permanent Manitoba residents.
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Phone: 204.943.9158
The Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) process requires you to provide information about your training and work experience. You must complete these four tasks to apply for PLAR:
Task 1. Required Documents
Gather your required documents:
a) Certificate of Completion
Provide a certificate of completion from your educational institution, such as a photocopy of your diploma.
b) Curriculum Details
Provide information that describes the content of your course/education. For example, course outlines, course descriptions, syllabi. The information must include:
- List of subject areas
- Description of skills taught
- Number of credit hours in theoretical education
- Number of credit hours in practical education
c) Resume
Provide a resume that details your work history and experience since graduation. Include:
- Job Title
- Start Date
- End Date
- Business Name
- Business Address, including country
- Tasks you performed
d) Letters of Reference
Your previous and current employers related to Opticianry must each provide a letter of reference. The letters of reference should match the work history and experience described on your resume.
Each letter of reference must include:
- Your job title
- Your start date and end date
- A description of the tasks that you performed
- A statement about your job performance
Your employer must sign the letter and mail it directly to OOM.
e) Dispensing Experience and Fittings Form.PDF
Provide one Dispensing Experience and Fittings form for each place of employment. Your supervisor must complete and sign the form.
f) Letter of Good Standing
You must provide a letter of good standing if you are currently a member of regulatory body. The letter of good standing must include:
- Name and address of the regulatory body
- Your membership category such as Eyeglasses or Contact Lenses
- Your status such as active or inactive
- The expiry date of your current licence
- Information on any disciplinary action taken against you
g) Information Regarding Previous Applications for Registration Form
You must complete this form if you have applied for registration in any other province or territory in Canada.
h) Examination Marks
If you have successfully completed an Opticianry exam in Canada or any other country, you must provide:
- Name of the certifying agency
- Date of the exam
- Mark achieved
- Original exam certificate
i) Criminal Record Search Report
Complete a Criminal Record Check and provide the original Criminal Record Search Certificate to OOM. A Vulnerable Sector Screening is required.
Contact The Winnipeg Police Service or your local police station for details on the process and fees.
You may complete the application online at winnipeg.ca
j) English Language Proficiency (Optional)
Demonstrating English language proficiency is NOT a requirement. However, you will accelerate the registration process if you can provide the items below.
If you have completed an English as an Additional Language (EAL) course, please provide:
- Name of the course
- Level completed
- Original transcript
If you have completed a Canadian Language Benchmark Test (CBPT) in English, please provide:
- Original transcript
IMPORTANTIf your required documents are unavailable, you must write a letter that states which documents are unavailable and explain the reason why you cannot produce the documents. You must send the letter to the following:
Registrar,
Opticians of Manitoba
215 – 1080 Portage Avenue
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada R3G 3M3
The Registrar will review your letter, look at the alternatives that can be considered, and advise you of the outcome within 60 days of receiving your letter.
TIP
Accelerate the registration process. Start the process from your home country as soon as possible.
Task 2. Application Form
Complete the Application for PLAR form:
Application for PLAR Form.PDF
Task 3. Application Fee
Prepare your application fee of $225.75
You may pay by one of the following methods:
- Money order
- Credit card – VISA or MasterCard only (To pay by telephone, call OOM at 204.222.8404)
- Certified cheque (Please make cheques payable to Opticians of Manitoba)
- NOTE:Â We cannot accept cash or debit cards
Task 4. Delivery
Mail or hand-deliver all required documents with your application form and application fee to:
Opticians of Manitoba
215-1080 Portage Ave.
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
R3G 3M3
IMPORTANTDo NOT send documents by fax or email. Original signatures are required. OOM will return all original documents by registered mail once you complete the Prior Learning and Recognition (PLAR) process.
