Read how Specsavers Lambton Mall Retail Partner, Jessica Benson, RO, achieved her hopes of business ownership. Q: What has inspired your journey within the optical industry? I always wanted to have a career where I could have a positive impact on people’s lives, but I struggled to define what that could look like for me. […]
Dan Ranger’s fascination with the optical industry started at the age of seven, when he received his first pair of glasses. He was amazed by the effect clear vision had on his life and accepted a co-op placement in a retail optical. He then geared all his courses towards ophthalmic dispensing, applying to Georgian College […]
Comprehensive business support and start-up incentives continue to spark ownership interest across Canada Specsavers, an eyecare and eyewear provider driven by its mission of ensuring more accessible eyecare for all, today announced its plan to expand into Manitoba in the summer of 2024. The expansion, following the successful launch in Ontario, Alberta and B.C., will […]
Dr. Stephanie Kwan’s path into optometry all started when she had a part-time job on reception in a local optometry clinic. Coincidently, her great-aunt and great-uncle were regular patients and she thought, ‘how great would it be to be the one examining their eyes?’ Not long after, Dr. Kwan took the steps to pursue […]
For Dr. Ellen Sun, the path to optometry wasn’t always clear. After a few placements in research and analytic labs during university, she felt discouraged about her future career as nothing had really ignited a passion for a particular profession. It wasn’t until she attended a healthcare networking event, where she met an optometrist, […]
Kirsty Shaw’s career to date is a great example of just how far you can go with Specsavers. Here, Kirsty talks about her career progression, starting at just 18 in the UK, to the incredible place she is now as a retail partner and business owner at Specsavers CF Masonville Place after relocating to London, Ontario.
Rachel Perez, retail partner at Specsavers CF Lime Ridge, discovered her passion for opticianry through a friend’s enthusiasm of her career in the industry. After that, she decided to pursue it wholeheartedly and took the steps to become an optician. Here, Rachel reflects on her time so far as a business owner with Specsavers. Q: […]
For optometrists, one of the most rewarding parts of the profession is being able to make a difference to people’s lives. Whether that’s helping them to see clearly, with glasses or contact lenses, to even saving their life. Dr. Ellen Sun, optometry partner at Specsavers CF Masonville Place, shares one such experience during her very […]
Dr. Theo Buzea always had a clear vision for his future – he wanted to be an optometrist and a business owner. With his path set, he oriented his education towards becoming an optometrist, completing both his undergraduate and optometric degree at the University of Waterloo. After years in the optical industry, Dr. Buzea took […]
Embarking on a mission to redefine accessible eyecare, Specsavers proudly reached new heights as it surpassed its 75th store to serve Canadians. Since November 2021, Specsavers has kickstarted the ownership journey of over 150 optometrists opticians and retail professionals, with a supportive partnership model that makes business ownership an attainable reality. At Specsavers, affordable, quality […]
