News
Leadership Announcement
January 26, 2021
The College is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Rick Gambrel, B Com., LLB, to the position of Registrar/CEO, effective February 1, 2021. Rick’s extensive experience as a leader of organizations in both non-profit organizations and self-regulated professions in the law and health sectors will support the work of the College in protecting the […]
Read MoreHealth Canada Advisory
January 6, 2021
The following information was received today from Health Canada: Health Canada Advisory The link for Health Canada’s Guide 84 seems to be broken. Health Canada’s Bringing health products into Canada for personal use (GUI-0116) provides similar information. Health Canada’s Importing and exporting health products for commercial use (GUI-0117) may also be helpful.
Read MoreCOLLEGE OFFICE HOLIDAY CLOSURE
December 18, 2020
Please be advised that the College office will be closed for the holidays, from December 24 at 12:00 p.m. to January 1 and will reopen January 4, 2021. The Staff of the College joins me in extending our best wishes to you and your family, for a safe and happy holiday season.
Read MoreProvince-wide restrictions: new COVID-19 measures
November 20, 2020
The College continues to monitor the status of the COVID-19 pandemic closely and takes direction from BC’s Provincial Health Officer (PHO), the BC Centre for Disease Control, and the Ministry of Health. Effective November 19, 2020, new orders and restrictions were announced by the PHO, including orders about mask use. Masks (non-medical) must by worn […]
Read MoreEmployment opportunity
November 18, 2020
The College of Optometrists of British Columbia is seeking a Coordinator, Registrant Services. The Coordinator will administer registration processes and monitor registrant files and records to ensure compliance with internal policies and legislative requirements. Information on the role, key duties and responsibilities, and the required skills, qualifications and experience are available. WHO WE ARE: The […]
Read MoreCOBC update on mask use following clarification from the Public Health Officer
November 12, 2020
Provincial Health Officer, Dr. Bonnie Henry, has provided further clarification on the scope and application of the Ministry of Health’s policy communique Mask Use in Health Care Facilities During the COVID-19 Pandemic. In a November 11, 2020 letter to registrars of the BC health professions, Dr. Henry states that the mask use directive in the […]
Read MorePPE UPDATE
November 9, 2020
On Friday, November 6, 2020, the Ministry of Health issued an advisory regarding the mandatory use of masks in health care facilities and in the provision of health care services in the community. The College confirms this policy to apply to optometry offices as well. A medical mask looks like the picture on the BCCDC […]
Read MoreRegistrar and CEO employment opportunity
October 26, 2020
The College of Optometrists of BC is seeking a new Registrar. The Registrar/CEO provides leadership to the Board and Staff related to all aspects of the College’s operations. A full profile of this opportunity, the job description and details on how to apply can be found at https://engagedhr.prevueaps.com/jobs/147214-33979.html This posting will be active until November […]
Read MoreInterim Registrar announcement
September 16, 2020
COLLEGE OF OPTOMETRISTS OF BC On behalf of the Board of Directors and staff at the College of Optometrists of BC (“the College”) I wish to announce that the College has appointed, Dr. Mary Watterson, an Interim Registrar, effective Monday, September 14, 2020. Dr. Watterson brings a wealth of experience in Health Regulation in BC, […]
Read MoreAnnouncement of Dr. Dergousoff Interim Registrar resignation
September 10, 2020
On behalf of the Board of Directors and staff at the College of Optometrists of BC (“the College”) I wish to advise you that the board has accepted Dr. Dale Dergousoff’s resignation as Interim Registrar, effective Friday Sept. 11, 2020. The board wishes to sincerely thank Dr. Dergousoff for his many years of service to […]
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