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A smiling senior in blue looking at a new pair of glasses.

Frames & Lenses, Glasses • December 1, 2025

How Long Does It Take To Adjust To New Glasses?

Adjusting to new glasses can be like breaking in a new pair of shoes—it takes time, patience, and often a little discomfort before everything fits just right. Although it typically only takes two to three days to adjust to wearing new glasses, this process can be particularly disconcerting for first-time glasses wearers. This guide will…

A diverse selection of sunglasses with different shapes, colours, and tints.

Fashion, Frames & Lenses, Head Shapes & Sizes, Sunglasses • June 19, 2025

What Sunglasses Suit My Face?

Along with the SPF of your sunscreen, sunglasses with 100% UVA and UVB protection are your trusted companions for long summer days. As you prepare your wardrobe for the upcoming season, consider upgrading your eyewear. Although the idea of "matching frames to your face shape" has been a trusted rule of thumb for years, there’s…

A man in a white shirt cleaning his glasses using a black microfibre cloth

Frames & Lenses, Glasses • July 6, 2023

How to Clean Your Glasses the Right Way

If you’re one of the many Canadians who rely on glasses to see, you probably already know the struggle of dirty lenses. A smudge or fingerprint can quickly get in the way of crystal-clear vision. While you may be tempted to clean your glasses with the nearest tissue or t-shirt, doing so can cause scratches,…

A man outside hiking a mountain while wearing UV protection sunglasses to protect his eyes.

Frames & Lenses, Sunglasses • May 3, 2023

What Are Polarized Sunglasses?

Whether you work outside or just love to play in the sunshine, sunglasses are an important part of caring for your eyes and vision. There isn’t a one-size answer for what type of lenses you should have in your sunglasses, but polarized lenses are often a good choice. Polarized lenses go through a chemical process…

A male optometrist is helping a woman to choose glasses in an optical store.

Frames & Lenses, Glasses • January 5, 2023

How Should Glasses Really Fit?

Glasses are an essential part of many people's daily lives, but not everyone knows how they should really fit. In this blog, we'll be discussing the importance of properly fitting glasses and how you can make sure your glasses fit properly. First, let's talk about why proper fit is important. Glasses are designed to correct…

A woman posing in 1960's to 1970's attire in front of a poster-style background, holding her white glasses just below her eyes

Frames & Lenses, Sunglasses • August 4, 2022

Glasses Through the Decades: Glasses Styles from the 50s, 60s, & 70s

Style and fashion change just as the world does—celebrities, historical events, and cultural shifts can influence what we wear and how we wear it. Fashion trends can change quickly, especially with frames, lenses, and sunglasses. It’s best to appreciate the past when looking at how styles can change with time. Continue reading to learn more…

A woman with a white shirt in front of a grey background holding her right eye in discomfort as her eyes are adjusting to her new glasses

Frames & Lenses, Glasses • January 14, 2022

Can New Glasses Cause Eye Strain?

New glasses are exciting for many reasons, whether it's a new prescription, frames, or specialty lenses. Once you’ve gotten your new lenses and frames picked out, your glasses are good to go. You won’t feel comfortable in them right away, but can your new glasses cause eye strain? What is Eye Strain? Eye strain is…

A senior wearing blue light blocking glasses while in relaxing in bed and browsing on her iPad.

Eye Care Technology, Frames & Lenses, Glasses • November 8, 2021

Are Blue Light Glasses Bad for Your Eyes?

Blue light glasses have come into vogue in a big way. The increase in screen time many of us have experienced during the pandemic has led to many people searching for a way to mitigate digital eye strain. If you’ve been suffering from dry eye, headaches, or other symptoms of digital eye strain, you may…

Little boy with blue glasses visiting the optometrist to choose the best glasses for him

Children's Eye Health, Frames & Lenses, Glasses • July 13, 2021

10 Tips for Choosing Children’s Glasses

Finding the perfect glasses for yourself can be difficult, but finding a pair for your child may seem even harder. Luckily, children's eye exams are covered by Alberta Healthcare once a year until the age of 19. With so many different options, you need to consider all of your child’s needs while getting them a…

A pair of polarized sunglasses reducing glare off of ocean water

Eye Care Technology, Frames & Lenses, Glasses • April 26, 2021

Are Polarized Sunglasses Better for Your Eyes?

Sunglasses are essential in the summer months, especially in Alberta, home to some of the sunniest places in Canada. If you’re looking for a new pair of sunglasses, some may recommend polarized lenses. They have many benefits and you do not need a prescription to get them, but are these sunglasses better for your eyes?…

Category: Frames & Lenses

How Long Does It Take To Adjust To New Glasses?

What Sunglasses Suit My Face?

How to Clean Your Glasses the Right Way

What Are Polarized Sunglasses?

How Should Glasses Really Fit?

Glasses Through the Decades: Glasses Styles from the 50s, 60s, & 70s

Can New Glasses Cause Eye Strain?

Are Blue Light Glasses Bad for Your Eyes?

10 Tips for Choosing Children’s Glasses

Are Polarized Sunglasses Better for Your Eyes?

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