About Specsavers

Specsavers is an optometrist-owned business that entered the Canadian market in late 2021. Since then, more than 270 locations have opened across nine provinces and one territory. As part of Specsavers' commitment to accessible eyecare, every Specsavers location is equipped with optical coherence tomography (OCT) technology, which helps optometrists to detect sight-threatening conditions such as age-related macular degeneration, glaucoma and diabetic eye disease, in their earliest stages.

Founded in the UK over 40 years ago by optometrist husband-and-wife team, Doug and Mary Perkins, there are now more than 2,700 Specsavers healthcare businesses globally, serving over 44 million patients and customers. Specsavers is driven by its purpose of "changing lives through better sight" and aims to transform the way Canadians experience eyecare by offering exceptional service, advanced clinical equipment and quality eyewear. For more information, please visit specsavers.ca



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Mar 11, 2026, 06:30 ET Specsavers Appoints Jane Hoban as Managing Director to Lead Next Phase of Canadian Expansion

New leadership in place as company marks fifth anniversary and continued expansion in Canada BURNABY, BC, March 11, 2026 /CNW/ - Specsavers Canada, Inc. today announced the appointment of Jane Hoban...

Nov 17, 2025, 12:24 ET Specsavers named as one of the World's Best Workplaces

BURNABY, BC, Nov. 17, 2025 /CNW/ - Specsavers has been ranked in World's Best WorkplacesTM for the second year in a row, placing 12th. Specsavers is the top retailer in the list, moving up four...

Oct 09, 2025, 09:00 ET Specsavers Canada Highlights National Vision Gap: One-Third of Canadians are Overdue for an Eye Exam

New "Canada Eyecare Report 2025" outlines barriers to accessing eyecare, which may prevent early detection of eye diseases TORONTO, Oct. 9, 2025 /CNW/ - One in three Canadian adults are overdue for...

Sep 23, 2025, 09:00 ET Specsavers Canada and Chris Hadfield announce continued partnership aiming to change Canadians' lives through better sight

Partnership spotlights the importance of preventive eyecare through regular, comprehensive exams with OCT TORONTO, Sept. 23, 2025 /CNW/ - Specsavers Canada has announced their continued partnership...

Aug 21, 2025, 09:00 ET Specsavers Canada highlights 45% of children are not receiving regular eye exams as myopia rate increases

Not so fast, myopia: Specsavers emphasizes the importance of early detection through regular eye exams as nearsightedness rates in children continue to grow TORONTO, Aug. 21, 2025 /CNW/ - Myopia...

Jul 30, 2025, 06:01 ET Specsavers to Open 111 New Optical Locations in Loblaw Grocery Stores Across Canada

TORONTO, July 30, 2025 /CNW/ - Specsavers Canada Inc. ("Specsavers") and Loblaw Companies Limited (TSX: L) ("Loblaw") today announced a transformative relationship that will see 111 new Specsavers...

Apr 07, 2025, 07:03 ET Specsavers Recognized as the Leading Retail Employer amongst Canada's Best Workplaces™

Company ranks 11th overall for its exceptional workplace culture amid rapid expansion VANCOUVER, BC, April 7, 2025 /CNW/ - Specsavers Canada has once again been recognized as one of Canada's Best...

Nov 07, 2024, 09:00 ET Specsavers' Collaboration with Canadian Designer Hayley Elsaesser Centres on Joy of Authentic Expression

Launching in Specsavers stores on November 7, the eyewear line includes Elsaesser's signature pop-art inspired accents and playful shapes TORONTO, Nov. 7, 2024 /CNW/ - Today, leading eyewear and...

Sep 09, 2024, 07:00 ET CHRIS HADFIELD PARTNERS WITH SPECSAVERS TO ENCOURAGE CANADIANS TO BETTER PRIORITIZE THEIR EYE HEALTH

With 42 per cent of Canadians overdue for their eye exams, the beloved astronaut and the eyecare and eyewear provider embark on a joint mission to encourage all Canadians to get their eyes checked...

Aug 29, 2024, 09:00 ET Specsavers brings quality and choice with first Manitoba stores

3 in 4 Manitobans who wear glasses would like to see more quality, affordable options when it comes to eyewear WINNIPEG, MB, Aug. 29, 2024 /CNW/ - Driven by Specsavers' goal of making eyecare and...

Jul 24, 2024, 18:52 ET Specsavers Canada Recognized as One of Canada's Best Workplaces in Retail

Ninety per cent of colleagues agree that people care about each other at Specsavers and they feel a sense of pride. VANCOUVER, BC, July 24, 2024 /CNW/ - Specsavers is proud to be named in Canada's...

Jun 17, 2024, 08:05 ET SPECSAVERS CHAMPIONS NEXT GENERATION OF OPTOMETRISTS IN CANADA

with Association of Schools and Colleges of Optometry sponsorship VANCOUVER, BC, June 17, 2024 /CNW/ - Specsavers, a leading Canadian eyecare and eyewear provider, has announced their sponsorship of...

May 14, 2024, 08:00 ET Canadian seniors at risk of vision loss due to financial barriers, according to Specsavers survey

TORONTO, May 14, 2024 /CNW/ - A new survey by Specsavers, conducted by Leger, reveals that almost half (41 percent) of Canadian seniors are not up-to-date on their annual eye exam. Despite provincial ...

Apr 24, 2024, 18:42 ET Specsavers Awarded Best Workplaces™ in Canada

88% of colleagues agree Specsavers is a great place to work VANCOUVER, BC, April 24, 2024 /CNW/ - Specsavers was recognized in Canada's Best Workplaces™ List for 2024 by Great Place To Work®, the...

Apr 18, 2024, 08:00 ET British heritage brand Barbour launches new collection at Specsavers

VANCOUVER, BC, April 18, 2024 /CNW/ - Specsavers welcomes Barbour into its growing brand portfolio with a collection of optical glasses from the iconic British brand, known for classic styles and...

Mar 26, 2024, 09:00 ET Specsavers and Municipal Retirees Organization Ontario Partner to Make Eye Health More Affordable for over 36,000 Members

TORONTO, March 26, 2024 /CNW/ - Specsavers, a leading eyecare and eyewear provider, has announced a partnership with the Municipal Retirees Organization Ontario (MROO), the largest organization...

Mar 04, 2024, 09:00 ET TED LASSO DIRECTOR TAKES ON NEW SPECSAVERS 'SHOULD'VE GONE TO SPECSAVERS' CAMPAIGN 'AIRPORT'

TORONTO, March 4, 2024 /CNW/ - Today, Specsavers Canada launched its new 'Should've Gone to Specsavers' campaign with a spot called 'Airport'. The spot was developed by their in-house agency,...

Feb 29, 2024, 07:00 ET Columbia Eyewear Launches at Specsavers

The eyewear line, available on February 29, brings Canadians a selection of 13 optical frames and 3 sunglasses fit for your next adventure VANCOUVER, BC, Feb. 29, 2024 /CNW/ - Specsavers is proud to...

Feb 07, 2024, 07:00 ET Specsavers surpasses 100-store milestone in Canada

On a path of continued success, the eyecare and eyewear provider sets a new goal: to care for 1 million Canadians a year by 2025. VANCOUVER, BC, Feb. 7, 2024 /CNW/ - Specsavers, a leading eyecare and ...

Nov 28, 2023, 07:00 ET Specsavers Canada Launches an Exclusive Kylie Minogue Eyewear Collection

VANCOUVER, BC, Nov. 28, 2023 /CNW/ - Specsavers exclusive eyewear collection created in partnership with pop sensation and fashion icon Kylie Minogue, has arrived in Canada. The line features twelve...

Nov 21, 2023, 07:00 ET Canadians are Overdue for Eye Exams Despite Many Having Vision Insurance Benefits

More than half of Canadian adults who have vision health benefits don't plan to use them before they expire, while 38 per cent of Canadian adults say they are overdue for an eye exam TORONTO, Nov....

Nov 09, 2023, 12:00 ET Specsavers announces expansion into Manitoba in 2024 following its successful launch in British Columbia, Alberta and Ontario

Comprehensive business support and start-up incentives continue to spark ownership interest across Canada VANCOUVER, BC, Nov. 9, 2023 /CNW/ - Specsavers, an eyecare and eyewear provider driven by its ...

Oct 12, 2023, 07:00 ET 75% of Vision Loss Is Preventable and Treatable, but Half of Canadians Don't Know It

Specsavers and the Canadian Council of the Blind mark World Sight Day with national survey unveiling insights and behaviours that put vision at risk 51% of Canadians are not aware or are unsure of...

Aug 10, 2023, 11:29 ET "Optical tomero…spetogra-what?" Specsavers shares the importance of Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) with a new multi-channel campaign

Independent optometrists at Specsavers use OCT technology (3D eye scan) as part of every standard eye exam to support early detection of many sight and health threatening conditions TORONTO, Aug. 10, ...

Jun 06, 2023, 09:00 ET SPECSAVERS AND THE CANADIAN COUNCIL OF THE BLIND ANNOUNCE SPONSORSHIP TO CHAMPION VISION HEALTH

TORONTO, June 6, 2023 /CNW/ - Specsavers, an optometrist-owned and led business is proud to announce that it has become a Participating Gold Sponsor of the Canadian Council of the Blind (CCB), whose...

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