Children's and Family Eye Care

Exams and Care for Children and Families 

Our optometrists have extensive skills and a particular interest in child-friendly care, including: 

• Children's eye exams 
• Myopia control methods 

• Children's glasses and contact lenses 
• Binocular vision assessment 
• Visual field analysis 
• Children's vision therapy 

Children's eye tests 

According to the Canadian Association of Optometrists, children should have an eye exam at least once a year from the age of 6 months to ensure their eyes are healthy and developing normally. Health Canada recommends at least one eye exam every two years for school-aged children, and once a year if your child wears corrective lenses. 

Warning Signs 

Signs that your child may have a vision problem: 

• Sitting too close to the TV 
• Squinting or tilting their head 

• Frequently rubbing their eyes 
• Light sensitivity 
• Excessive tearing 
• Closing one eye to read 
• Frequent headaches 

• Declining academic performance 

FACTS 

• According to the Canadian Association of Optometrists, nearly 25% of school-aged children have vision problems - and often, parents are unaware of them. 
• According to Health Canada, over 80% of children's learning in the first 12 years is vision-related. 
• Studies show a direct relationship between poor academic performance and uncorrected vision problems. 

Children's Eye Exam Coverage