Virtual reality is an exciting world where the imagination comes alive, and the boundaries of reality are pushed back. However, in this visual immersion, it's crucial not to lose sight...

Eyes are often described romantically as "the windows to the soul," but in practical terms, these intricate organs play a vital role in our overall well-being. Our vision is crucial...

Digital screens have become ubiquitous in our daily lives, whether through smartphones, tablets, laptops or even televisions. While these devices facilitate communication and access to information, they also pose challenges...

The benefits of a balanced, nutritious diet can never be overstated. Almost all of us can maintain the right balance of our immune defences simply by filling our plates daily...

While loving sunglasses is easy, choosing the perfect pair for function and fashion can be tricky. Like beautiful shoes that pinch, sunglasses minus comfortable vision are a bad investment.  ...

A major gift from IRIS brings the Waterloo Eye Institute a significant step closer to reality Thanks to a leadership gift from IRIS The Visual Group, the University of Waterloo’s...

Your eyes are precious. They're your window on the world. That's why we want to keep them healthy for the rest of your life. Here are a few tips for...

Looking after your eyewear pays off with frames that last longer and lenses that perform their best.  Take a minute to read our eyewear maintenance guide, and you’ll see the...

Many of us come to them for advice on choosing glasses, contact lenses and/or sunglasses. But what exactly is the optician's role? We'd like to tell you more about the...

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IRIS is a proud Canadian company that is passionate about vision. We work hard, we play hard, and we have fun striving to be the best at what we do....

To become an optometrist, you must first have a scientific mind, keen interest, and curiosity for the health field. University studies in optometry are very demanding and limited. After college...