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September 1, 2021
As the Ontario government has continued to refuse to adequately fund OHIP insured eye exams, optometrists across Ontario have made the difficult decision to withdraw from delivering OHIP-insured eye exams as of September 1st, 2021.
Why OHIP Withdrawal Job Action ?
For over 30 years, successive Ontario governments have ignored optometrists about this important health care issue. In 1989, the fee paid for an OHIP insured eye exam was $39.15; today, 32 years later, it is on average $44.65.
This has not kept up with inflation and does not come close to covering the cost (including rent, staff, utilities, equipment, taxes and supplies) to provide an eye exam. When optometrists perform an OHIP insured eye exam we do so at a loss. This is not sustainable.
Ontario optometrists are the lowest paid in Canada. Our fees would have to increase by over 60% to reach the next lowest province. The following bar graph shows how Ontario compares to other provinces that fully fund eye care.
The Provincial Government’s Offer
You may have read the government has offered optometrists an 8.48% increase in our fees. For a senior’s eye exam that would raise the fee to $51.00, but this still does not come close to covering the cost of performing the eye exam. This still leaves optometrists’ fees more than 30% lower than Manitoba, the next lowest paid province.
The government needs to prioritize and properly fund your eye care.
What Does The OHIP Withdrawal Job Action Mean For Me?
If you are a senior (65+), a child (19 and under), or an adult with OHIP covered eye conditions, unfortunately we will not be able to see you for an OHIP ensured eye exam at this time. If you have an OHIP insured appointment booked during this job action our team will reach out to you and put you on a waiting list. You will be contacted at the latest, the Friday before your appointment in the event that it needs to be cancelled/moved due to job action.
For all our patients who are between the ages of 20 – 64 and do not have an OHIP covered condition we WILL continue to see you for eye exams. We WILL be seeing all vision therapy patients, contact lens exams, non-OHIP eye exams, myopia control patients and all second opinion exams as per usual.
Can I Pay For My Eye Examination?
No. Unfortunately, provincial law prevents anyone from paying for any OHIP insured service, even if you have your own health benefits.
Regardless of age, if you have an eye emergency we will ensure you are seen or referred appropriately.
How Can You Help Support Eye Care?
Please visit saveeyecare.ca for more information. On this website you can easily send a letter directly to your MPP, the Minister of Health and the Premier. Just let them know how much eye care matters to you.
Our Services
Where to Find Us
Our clinic is located on Yonge Street, right beside the Royal Bank. We’re on the second floor, so we are not wheelchair accessible at this time. But, if you have a stroller, please call ahead, and we would be happy to help you up the stairs.
Our Address
3220 Yonge Street, 2nd FloorToronto, ON M4N 2L2
Located in Yonge Lawrence Village
Contact Information
- Phone: 416-901-9771
- Email: [email protected]
Our Hours
Our Hours
Monday
10 AM – 5 PM
Tuesday
10 AM – 5 PM
Wednesday
10 AM – 5 PM
Thursday
11 AM – 7 PM
Friday
10 AM – 5 PM
Saturday
10 AM – 2 PM
Sunday
Closed
*please call to confirm hours
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Our Testimonials
My daughter did Vision Therapy with April, who was fantastic! It was life changing for my daughter. School was exhausting for her, reading was challenging and not fun – everything was hard and emotional. The Vision Therapy helped my daughter tremendously! She is now so much calmer and more confident at school. She actually now enjoys school and is an avid reader. We didn’t just notice the difference, her teachers noticed the difference as well.
It was challenging to find a program in Toronto for my daughter that didn’t involve year long wait lists. Dr Awadia and her team were incredibly accommodating and supportive through the whole process.
Elly
My daughter has been seeing Dr. Awadia for a few years. She did vision therapies at Dr. Awadia’s clinic, which helped her significantly in her reading speed. We are so thankful for Dr. Awadia’s expertise
Linda
I’m so glad I found this place, all of the staff are incredible. I’ve been here for an emergency visit as well as regular appointments and they have taken fantastic care of me every time. I have nothing but positive things to say about Dr Awada and the team. HIghly recommend!
Courtney
Dr. Awadia was great with both my kids, but I was more impressed that she was able to get my 3 year old to sit through the various eye exams. She’s extremely patient and has many different ways to engage the younger set. Really happy to have found her and in my local neighbourhood.
Lisa
From the moment I walked through the door, the staff were very friendly and helpful. Dr Awadia and her staff were very thorough, both, in the tests and in their explanation of the procedures and the results. I could not have had a better experience. I will definitely recommend them and they have earned a customer for life.
Gregory
Our Testimonials
My daughter did Vision Therapy with April, who was fantastic! It was life changing for my daughter. School was exhausting for her, reading was challenging and not fun – everything was hard and emotional. The Vision Therapy helped my daughter tremendously! She is now so much calmer and more confident at school. She actually now enjoys school and is an avid reader. We didn’t just notice the difference, her teachers noticed the difference as well.
It was challenging to find a program in Toronto for my daughter that didn’t involve year long wait lists. Dr Awadia and her team were incredibly accommodating and supportive through the whole process.
Elly
My daughter has been seeing Dr. Awadia for a few years. She did vision therapies at Dr. Awadia’s clinic, which helped her significantly in her reading speed. We are so thankful for Dr. Awadia’s expertise
Linda
I’m so glad I found this place, all of the staff are incredible. I’ve been here for an emergency visit as well as regular appointments and they have taken fantastic care of me every time. I have nothing but positive things to say about Dr Awada and the team. HIghly recommend!
Courtney
Dr. Awadia was great with both my kids, but I was more impressed that she was able to get my 3 year old to sit through the various eye exams. She’s extremely patient and has many different ways to engage the younger set. Really happy to have found her and in my local neighbourhood.
Lisa
From the moment I walked through the door, the staff were very friendly and helpful. Dr Awadia and her staff were very thorough, both, in the tests and in their explanation of the procedures and the results. I could not have had a better experience. I will definitely recommend them and they have earned a customer for life.
Gregory
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Yonge Eyes Optometry
- 3220 Yonge Street, 2nd Floor
- Toronto, ON M4N 2L2
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P: 416-901-9771
[email protected]