Did you know that… 🇨🇦700 Canadian workers per day sustain eye injuries on the job (Eye Safe BC) 🥽90% of eye injuries are preventable with the correct fitting eyewear (BC Doctors of Optometry) 👁️10 to 20 percent of workplace injuries will cause temporary or permanent vision loss in the affected employees (Oregon State University) ...
Allergies and Dry Eyes in the Spring: Expert Tips for Soothing Irritated Eyes
What Can I Do About Allergies and Dry Eyes This Spring? For those who suffer from seasonal allergies, springtime blooms mean red, itchy, watery eyes, and blurred vision. But if your symptoms linger before or after allergy season (or feel more intense than usual), it might be more than allergies. You could be dealing with...
Early Close and Monthly Meeting
Please note, we’ll be closing early at 3pm on Saturday, October 27. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause! We will also be close for our monthly meeting on Wednesday, October 31 from noon-1:30pm.
World Sight Day 2018
Throughout the month of October, we’ll be teaming up with Optometry Giving Sight for World Sight Day 2018. On October 11, join us in-store for treats and refreshments as we raise funds and awareness for the campaign! By providing access to eye care everywhere, we’ll be helping children like Le Thahn excel at school. Keep...
Meet the Doctor: the founder of Royal Oak Optometry — Dr. Marvin Argatoff!
Meet the Doctor, the founder of Royal Oak Optometry — Dr. Marvin Argatoff! When Dr. Argatoff opened Royal Oak Optometry 40 years ago, it was his first job out of optometry school. In order to support the office while it got started, he had to work in Port Hardy at the same time. Dr. Argatoff’s...
Saturday June 2 Temporary Closure
Please note, Royal Oak Optometry will be closed on Saturday, June 2 for software updates . We apologize for the inconvenience and look forward to seeing you soon! Need to request appointment? Please use our online form and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible!
May 30 Hours
Royal Oak Optometry will be temporarily closed from noon – 1:30pm, on Wednesday May 30 for our monthly staff meeting. We apologize for any inconvenience and look forward to seeing you soon!
The Unofficial Start to Summer!
Happy Victoria Day! We’ll be closed on Monday, May 21st as we enjoy the long weekend with friends and family, and hope you have to chance to do the same !
Earth Day – Do Your Part!
April 22 is Earth Day. Worldwide, various events are held to demonstrate support for environmental protection. First celebrated in 1970,Earth Day events in more than 193 countries are now coordinated globally by the Earth Day Network. This year the campaign is focusing on to securing a future free of plastic pollution! From poisoning and injuring marine life to disrupting...
Staff Meeting Closure
We will be closed from 12-1:30pm on Wednesday, Feb 28 for staff meeting. As always, we’ll be open late until 6:30 this Wednesday to help you with your optical needs!