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Independent Eye Exam Centres
Find & Book an Eye Exam
Find and book an eye exam through an independent Eye Exam Centre at or near a participating Hakim Optical location. A comprehensive eye exam checks vision and eye health, while available tests, fees, hours, walk-in options and provincial coverage can vary. Confirm the selected centre’s details before your visit.
Find an Eye Exam Near You
A comprehensive eye exam checks your vision and eye health. Tests vary based on your age, symptoms and health history.
Independent Eye Exam Centres operate at or near participating Hakim Optical locations; services, fees, hours, walk-in availability and provincial coverage vary. Contact the selected centre for details.
How to Find and Book an Eye Exam
Use the Eye Exam Centre booking service to find a participating centre, review available appointments and choose an option that works for you.
Find a Nearby Centre
Start by finding an independent Eye Exam Centre near a participating Hakim Optical location.
Review Appointment Options
Check the appointment options shown for the selected Eye Exam Centre and choose an available time.
Check Coverage Information
Provincial eye-care coverage can vary by age, eligibility and location. Review coverage information and confirm details before your visit.
Learn About Eye Exams
Understand what a comprehensive eye exam may assess and why the tests performed can differ from one patient to another.
Confirm the Details for Your Selected Centre
Eye Exam Centre services and appointment arrangements can vary by location, so review the information for the centre you plan to visit.
Services and Testing
The tests performed during an eye exam depend on factors such as your age, symptoms, eye health and health history.
Fees
Confirm applicable examination fees with the selected Eye Exam Centre before your appointment.
Hours and Walk-In Availability
Hours and walk-in availability can differ by centre. Check current details before travelling to the location.
Provincial Coverage
Public eye-exam coverage varies by province, age, eligibility and individual circumstances.
Eye Exam Centres Are Independently Operated
Eye Exam Centres associated with Hakim Optical locations are independently owned and operated. The optometrists providing eye-care services are not employees of Hakim Optical.
Appointment availability, professional services, examination fees and clinical recommendations are determined by the independent centre and eye-care professional.
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What Can a Comprehensive Eye Exam Assess?
A comprehensive eye exam evaluates more than whether you can read letters at a distance. The optometrist determines which tests are appropriate based on your individual needs.
Depending on your age, symptoms and history, an examination may include a review of your vision and medical history, visual clarity, prescription needs, focusing ability, eye movement and coordination, peripheral vision, and the external and internal health of the eyes.
Colour vision and depth perception may also be evaluated when appropriate. If the examination identifies a concern, the optometrist can discuss the appropriate follow-up.
Prepare for Your Eye Exam
The Eye Exam Centre may provide specific instructions when you book. Having useful information available can help the optometrist understand your vision and eye-health needs.
Depending on your situation, it may be helpful to have:
- Your current eyewear: bring the glasses or contact lenses you currently use.
- Vision concerns: be ready to describe any changes, symptoms or difficulties you have noticed.
- Relevant health information: provide medical, medication and family eye-health history when requested.
- Coverage information: bring any provincial or insurance information required by the selected centre.
- Questions: ask about your prescription, eye health, follow-up recommendations or anything you do not understand.
Your Next Step Depends on Your Results
Your optometrist can explain your examination findings and whether you need an updated prescription, follow-up care or additional assessment.
If you receive an eyewear prescription, you can visit Hakim Optical to explore frames and lenses suited to your prescription and preferences.
Find a Hakim Optical Store →Find an Eye Exam Centre Near You
Find an independent Eye Exam Centre, review available appointments and confirm the details for your selected location.
Find & Book an Eye Exam