Join the Opticians Association of Canada Today!

At the OAC, we are dedicated to boosting your professional success. We advocate for you with the government, provide essential services like liability insurance and free learning, and foster industry connections through networking opportunities.

Optician Membership

OAC Optician Members enjoy many benefits, including professional liability insurance, access to online continuing education, a strong collective voice, exclusive discounts on OAC CE events, partner perks, valuable resources, and much more.

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Student Membership

Students currently enrolled in accredited Optical Training programs in Canada and not yet licensed can enjoy a free OAC membership. Although this exclusive membership does not include all the benefits of a full Optician membership, it provides access to OAC resources, communications, select perks and more.

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Associate Membership

The OAC Associate membership is perfect for non-opticians, non-students, and international residents who want to stay informed about opticianry in Canada. While this membership does not include all the benefits of a full Optician membership, it offers access to OAC resources, communications, select perks, and more.

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2026 Membership Rates

Optician Membership:

AB | BC | MB | SK: $154.88 +GST
QC: $154.88 +GST (PLI included; fee is lower if not selected.)
ON: $120.00 +HST
NFL EG | NS | PEI: $154.88 +HST
NFL CONTACT LENS FITTER: $189.88 +HST
NB: Paid by the Opticians Assoc. of N.B

If you are a Canadian company interested in offering an Opticians Association of Canada membership as part of your employee benefits package, please get in touch with us!

Other Memberships:

STUDENTS - All Provinces: FREE
ASSOCIATES: $154.88 +tax
INTERNATIONALS: $154.88

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