National Model: An approach to comprehensive eye examinations for children entering the school system

Abstract

In February 2005, the Children's Vision Initiative (CVI) of the Canadian Associa­tion of Optometrists (CAO) submitted a project funding application to the Community Development and Partnerships Directorate of Social Development Canada. While the submis­sion did not ultimately meet the requirements for funding, the application process proved to be a beneficial exercise in clearly articulating CAO's approach for comprehensive eye exami­nations for children entering the school system. CVI may also use the material to apply to other government programs.