Eye See, Eye Learn
Are you the parent or guardian of a pre-school child getting ready for Kindergarten?​
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NLAO, the Government of NL and the Essilor Vision Foundation Canada has launched a new program to assist children who do not have insurance coverage for eye exams.
To be eligible, a child must be getting ready to attend Kindergarten in 2025, live in Newfoundland and Labrador, and have a valid MCP card.
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Did you know? 80% of learning is dependent upon vision.
Children may struggle in school if they cannot clearly see the teacher, see writing on the whiteboard, if they have difficulty changing their visual focus from far to near distance, or have problems following words in a book or on a tablet.
It is important that children have a chance to achieve their full learning potential, beginning with eye health.
As many as 1 in 4 children have a vision problem that may impair their ability to learn.
Children rarely complain of vision problems, often because they are not aware of them. Optometrists are able to determine if a child can see clearly up close and at a distance and if the child’s eyes are working together properly.
There is significantly improved success when treating vision problems if they are found early in a child’s life.
Has your child had an eye examination?​
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How Do I Apply?You will need to print and complete the Authorization Form to use this Program. Please click on the download link on this page to get a copy of this form.
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What do I do with the completed authorization form?Bring the completed form to your Optometrist along with your insurance card, if applicable.
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Who can I contact if I have any questions?If you have any questions about the program please contact NLAO via email: nlao@bellaliant.net.