Driving in Canada during the winter can be treacherous. Snowstorms, ice and slushy roads all pose a danger, but there’s a winter driving hazard you might have overlooked—the sun.

Wearing glasses for the first time comes with a steep learning curve. In addition to getting used to seeing clearly, you’ll likely need time to adjust to a new routine. We’ve outlined three things to expect that you might overlook when first wearing glasses.

Far too many skiers and snowboarders are unaware that you can buy prescription ski goggles, affording you protection from the snow, ice and cold without sacrificing your vision. Instead of trying to fit a pair of goggles over glasses or flying down the hill without any type of vision correction, head over to your closest

An optician is a licensed professional that has the proper training to fit corrective eyewear such as glasses and contacts. It’s important to work with an optician when buying glasses because they’ll ensure frames are compatible with lenses and your face shape, will take an accurate pupillary distance (PD) measurement and will make any needed

The best way to deal with lost glasses on vacation is to have prepared for the possibility before you left! Always pack an extra set of glasses, carry your prescription with you and pack a small eyeglass repair kit. It’s always best to travel with two pairs of glasses. If you’re taking a plane to

A sudden change in temperature can cause glasses to fog up and is one of the most annoying aspects of wearing glasses in the winter. Applying an anti-fog wipe or spray can help; however, never apply household products like toothpaste or shaving cream to lenses. These internet “fixes” could actually scratch and damage lenses.