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Summer Eyeglass Sale

EYEGLASS SALE IS ON   25% Off All Designer Eyeglasses Right Now! Come to Lifetime Eyecare in New Westminster get 25% off your favorite designer eyeglasses or even our amazing sunglasses. A very rare opportunity to get 25% off eyeglasses from Gucci, Ray Ban, Hugo Boss, Tom Ford, Michael Kors, Coach …

Prescription Glasses – 5 Fun Facts About Wearing Glasses

Prescription Glasses Prescription glasses truly are a great invention. They help us to see things that we otherwise may not be able to see. They actually go as far as enhancing our lives to a point where we can enjoy some things we otherwise may not be able to enjoy. Now, it's time for you to enj…

Glasses Care – 4 Tips for Taking care of Your Eyeglasses

Glasses Care If you're someone who regularly wears glasses, you'll know that they seem to attract all sorts of dirt and debris. On top of that, they sometime get broken or worn after awhile, and that sucks! If you just bought a new pair of glasses, or are just trying to hold off spending money o…

Wrong Prescription – How to Tell if Your Prescription is Wrong

Wrong Prescription Having glasses or having contacts is a blessing. They allow us to see much better than we otherwise would be able to. That being said, our eyes naturally adjust or change over time. The prescription we once benefit from likely will not last forever. There are a few main in…

Healthy Eyesight – 4 Ways You Can Ensure Good Eye Health

Healthy Eyesight Contrary to popular belief, healthy eyesight is more than just being able to see things clearly. It's about being able to see things clearly, seeing the right colours, having eyes that adjust to lighting, and most importantly, dong things that protect your eyes from harmful …

Eyes – 12 Facts About the Human Eyes You’ll Find Interesting

Human Eyes Could you imagine life without sight or vision? Neither could we! The human eyes are what make life amazing. Whether we're looking at the Grand Canyon for the first time or trying to read street signs because we're lost in our cars. Our eyes help make life into something. Since our the…

Bifocal & Progressive Lenses – What is the Difference?

Progressive Versus Bifocal You may have heard the terms bifocal lenses and progressive lenses in the past and have been wondering what exactly is the key difference between the two types of lenses. It's always better to be informed, especially when spending your hard-earned money on a pair of gla…

Sue Loves Lifetime Eyecare

Sue Reviews and Gives Us 5 Stars!Sue and her husband have been our eyecare and eyeglass customers for many years. Like so many thousands of other eye exams patients, Sue comes time and time again because of how we treat her family. Not only that, we make sure that every visit with our Optometrists a…

4 Types of Lens Coatings – Which Ones Are Right for You

Types of Lens Coatings If it's been awhile since you've last bought a new pair of glasses, you might be surprised to find that the options for different types of lens coatings has grown exponentially in the last short while. With tons of new and innovative functionalities, you are able to pick yo…

Blue Light Glasses – What Are They and Do They Work?

Blue Light Glasses You may have heard all the recent talk about blue light glasses and might be wondering what exactly they are and if they work or not. Blue light is the light that is emitted from our mobile devices, laptops, or any other screens that we may be exposed to during our day. As we b…

6 Benefits You Will Get from Wearing Contact Lenses

Contact Lenses Contact lenses have made significant technological advancement in the past decade or two. They're now more functional, easier to put in and take out, and generally feel better once they're inserted. If you wear glasses and you've never tried or even thought about contact lenses as …

Foggy Glasses – 5 Tips to See Clearly When Wearing a Mask

Foggy Glasses If you're someone who requires glasses in order to see the world better, you've likely experienced the issue of having foggy glasses. They're annoying and they cause issues. Although wearing a mask to limit the spread of diseases and infection can benefit everyone, it seems that no…

Win a $250 Shopping Spree in New West

Vote for Lifetime Eyecare Again! Click Here To Vote Today! Lifetime Eyecare has been voted #1 Best Eyeglass Centre and Best Eyeglass Centre almost every year since 2009. Help us win this prestigious award once again and you could possibl…

Carrots Can Prevent Cataracts Researcher Say

Certain vitamins and cartenoids contained in carrots can significanly reduce cataract risk (reprinted from the following Review of Optometry webpage) The News Feed Published April 2, 2019 If you want patients to fend off age-related cataracts, the answer may be as simple as adding antioxidant-rich…

NBA Star Uses Contact Lenses and Wins

Stephen Curry, NBA Star, Loves His Contact Lenses! (Please see the blog article at Contactsforless.ca to see the most recent version of this article) “I started wearing contacts,” Curry told Marcus Thompson II of The Athletic. “No, I’m serious. It’s like the whole world has opened up.” The sharpsh…

IN THE NEWS: Chinese Province Bans App-Based Homework

This Chinese Province Has A Good Idea To Save Children's Vision! A recent article in The Guardian highlights an important topic: technology-use and your child's eyesight. It has been argued by many vision experts that we must beware! The use of laptops, pads and phones can be a strain on the eyes of…

Susan is so happy: customer review

Susan is "SO happy!" In a review we received from Susan Mihalic of New Westminster, she said "I am SO Happy with my glasses..." and then added: "...and the whole service experience at Lifetime Eyecare! From the staff at the front desk to the optometrist, Dr. Bachra, the service was friendly, profess…

I Love It Here Says Andrea

"I love it here!..." Andrea of New Westminster wrote into us to tell us why she loves Lifetime Eyecare and Dr. Bachra. She goes on to say: "My family has been going here for years and we refer all of our friends. After having bad experiences at other optometry places, the knowledgeable doctors and s…

New $1,000 Shopping Spree Winner

McKenzie Fuller is the Newest Winner! We are excited to announce that McKenzie Fuller of Horsefly, BC is our newest winner. McKenzie Fuller was pretty excited when she was named the winner and was even on vacation at the time. Here is what her email said: "Thank you so much for your e mail! My hu…

Contest Winner Jan 2019 Announced

Congratulations to our January Contest Winner! McKenzie Fuller of Horsefly, BC (yes - up north) was the $1,000 shopping spree winner! Congrats to her. That means she has $1,000 to use up anytime she pleases. She can use it for eye exams, contact lenses, designer eyeglass frames, prescription lenses,…

Customer Testimonial: Sandra Recommends

Sandra Recommends Us Because... ...she says that someone recommends us  to her: "Thank you - I will definitely return for my next eye exam here. I came on a recommendation and am glad I did!" - Testimonial sent to us November 6, 2017 Isn't that funny? Someone recommends us and she comes in and now…

Great Service Says Eye Care Customer

Eye Care Patients Tells Us "Great Service" "Great Service are words that come from directly from Natalie of New Westminster. She wrote to us at Lifetime Eyecare to tell us the following: "Great service and really fast. The lenses I got for my glasses are much better than what I had previously from …

Nano Vista Eyeglass Frames for Kids Now Available!

  NEW: Nano Vista Eyeglass Frames for Kids now available at Lifetime Eyecare! From the class room to the playground, your child can fully enjoy himself without fear of breaking these incredibly tough eyeglass frames.  They'll keep his eyes safe and stay whole even while your little darling wr…

July 2018 Contest Winner

Hot, hot, hot!  Here's the latest winner of a free $1,000 shopping spree at Lifetime Eyecare: Congratulations to Leana Campbell of Port Moody! You, too, can win a FREE $1,000 shopping spree at Lifetime Eyecare with absolutely no purchase required! Just visit our contest page, fill it in, and click …

April 2018 Contest Winner

Guess who's waking up happy today?  Here's the latest winner of a free $1,000 shopping spree at Lifetime Eyecare: Congratulations to Linda Kollybaba of Surrey! You, too, can win a FREE $1,000 shopping spree at Lifetime Eyecare with absolutely no purchase required! Just visit our contest page, fill …

January 2018 Contest Winner

What a way to start the year!  Here's the latest winner of a free $500 shopping spree at Lifetime Eyecare: Congratulations to Theresa Sampson of New Westminster! You, too, can win a FREE $500 shopping spree at Lifetime Eyecare with absolutely no purchase required! Just visit our contest page, fill …

December 2017 Contest Winner

A big shout out to everyone who joined in this month's contest and ended our year with a bang! Here's the latest winner of a free $500 shopping spree at Lifetime Eyecare: Congratulations to Carson Danyluik of Kamloops! You, too, can win a FREE $500 shopping spree at Lifetime Eyecare with absolutely…

Can Tea And Exercise Prevent Glaucoma?

What is glaucoma? Glaucoma is a condition causing damage to the optic nerve in your eye.  The damage increases as time continues.  Left untreated, it leads to complete permanent blindness. It is the leading cause of blindness worldwide.  Fifty percent of people with glaucoma have no idea that they h…

Win $500 Shopping Spree Every Month

Want to win a FREE $500 shopping spree for gorgeous eyewear? By popular demand, Lifetime Eyecare's exciting contest now draws a winner every month (down from every 3 months)! It's so easy to join!  No purchase required.  Click below to join and get a chance to win $500 worth of anything your heart…

October 2017 Contest Winner

Thank you to everyone who participated in this quarter's contest (July - September 2017) and made it such a success! And now, for the latest winner of a free $500 shopping spree at Lifetime Eyecare (drumroll, please): Congratulations to Joanne Ewing of New Westminster! You, too, can win a FREE $500…

Free Lenses With Every Eye Exam

Every Eye Exam Receives Free Lenses You read correctly. Lifetime Eyecare in New Westminster is the top eyeglass centre in the area, with accolades beyond compare. See below for the awards we have won over the past 10 years! To learn more about our free lens offer, please watch the video below and t…

Vision Loss is Increasing

All Eyes Here: Vision Loss is Increasing Every Year Over 50,000 Canadians lose their eyesight every year. This number is expected to increase dramatically in the next 10 years as people grow older. By 2036, Canada will have roughly 10.9 million seniors, twice what it was in 2009. More than 5.5 mill…

Get Free Lenses With Eye Exam

This offer has expired, but don't worry!   We've got more exciting promos for you here!   Check out our latest exciting promos for you! Lens Offer #1: Get one (1) FREE pair of lenses* with every full eye exam! Here's how: Make an appointment for a full eye exam with us here at Lifetime Ey…

Common Eyesight Problems in Children and Treatment

Last Eye Exam Was How Long Ago? When was your child's last eye exam?  Untreated vision problems can greatly affect a child's academic performance, as 80% of learning is done through the eyes. Doctors recommend a full optometric eye exam at least every two years to catch any developing issues q…

April Contest Winner Announced

First, we'd like to thank everyone who participated in our quarterly contest and made it such a success. And now, for the latest winner of a free $500 shopping spree at Lifetime Eyecare (drumroll, please): Congratulations to Sandra Porsnuk of Coquitlam! You, too, can win a FREE $500 shopping spre…

February Video of the Month

Erika has some great news... Yes, our dear Erika is here to tell you all about how great Lifetime Eyecare in New Westminster is. But there is more! We have a $500 Shopping Spree Contest, we have the new Best Price Guarantee, we have great service, great products and we even give No Fee Eye Exams to …

Lifetime Eyecare is Still New West’s #1 Best Eyeglass Centre

Best in New West, 9 Years Running! For the ninth year in a row, readers of The New Westminster Record have voted Lifetime Eyecare as New Westminster’s #1 Best Eyeglass Centre! We’ve been awarded this honour every year since 2008! From the entire team here at Lifetime Eyecare here in New West, thank…

Electrical Currents can Improve your Vision

“Shocking” New Developments In Vision Improvement The thought of pairing electricity and medicine might make you conjure up all sorts of spooky thoughts and images, but a new study from researchers at Vanderbilt University suggests that maybe soon, the only images it’ll make you conjure will be the …

$500 Contest Winner!

We have a winner! The winner for our $500 shopping spree was drawn on the 1st of July! The lucky person to win the $500 on anything in store is Alyssa Copes from Victoria! Congratulations Alyssa! Our next draw will happen in three months, as always, so on the 1st of October 2016! Good luck to all! …

Virtual Reality Games May be Harmful to Young Kids’ Eyes

Virtual Reality Can Cause Real Damage to Children's eyes. Kids usually are great with new technology, from tablets to the new trend in video games called Virtual Reality games (VR). Optometrists are warning parents about the new products hitting the shelves lately. VR headsets, usually too big for k…

Lifetime Eyecare Vision News Summary

At Lifetime Eyecare, we not only keep updated on your vision health, but also on vision news that is circling around the globe. Here is a short summary of a few articles we thought would interest you! Bono and Revo Start “Buy Vision, Give Sight” Campaign Bono of U2 and Revo Sunglasses have partnered…

Coffee Could Prevent Exercise-Induced Eye Fatigue

Eyes feel strained after your work-out? Drink coffee!   A recent study at the University of Auckland in New Zealand has shown that coffee could help prevent exercise-induced eye fatigue. Vigorous exercise can lower the central nervous system's ability to drive muscle function, result…

How to Read Your Prescription

How to Read your Prescription, By Gary Heiting, OD So, you've just had an eye exam and your optometrist or ophthalmologist has given you an eyeglass prescription. He or she probably mentioned that you are nearsighted or farsighted, or perhaps that you have astigmatism. But what do all those number…

Celebrating Women’s Rights with ContactsforLess.ca

Women's rights are a no-brainer! Our friends over at ContactsforLess.ca have a mission to save our planet, one cause at a time, and one of them is women's rights. When you purchase your contact lenses with them, they give away 51% of their profits to groups that help do that. Their group of the mon…

Myopia in Kids Can be Reduced with Outdoor Light

CHILDREN AND MYOPIA   Children are often on mobile devices, tablets, computers, or even sitting too close to the T.V. This has been the cause of conception that children's eyes would be negatively impacted over short periods of time. However, Associate Professor Scott Read, director of research…

E-cigs Can Damage Your Vision

E-cigarettes, or e-cigs, have been very popular the past few years. Many people use them to help stop their addiction to nicotine, to stop smoking regular cigarettes, or simply because they love the taste of the many flavoured options. However, experts have discovered that e-cigs could actually be b…

Come to Lifetime Eyecare and get a $100 Voucher!

THIS OFFER HAS EXPIRED BUT WE STILL HAVE GREAT PRICES EVERY SINGLE DAY.During the month of April 2016, when you come in to get an eye exam at Lifetime Eyecare, we will give you a $100 voucher to use on anything in the store! There is still time to save, and save BIG!So call us at 604-522-1120 or req…

Hard to Fit Contacts

Having a hard time wearing contacts? Our friends over at ContactsforLess.ca wrote the article below which could help you answer a few questions if you are having trouble wearing contacts! Not all eyes are the same. There are a number of eye conditions that can make wearing contacts difficult. Some o…

Get a $100 Voucher when Getting an Eye Exam

Yes! Get a $100 'good as cash' voucher! THIS OFFER HAS EXPIRED. FOR OUR CURRENT DEALS, PLEASE SEE OUR SPECIALS PAGE!   When you walk into our store this month and get an eye exam, we will give you a $100 'good as cash' voucher to use on anything in the store! Whether you need new frames, con…

Vision and Nutrition

It is often said that, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” This has a unique but eye awakening truth to it. Your vision uses up to one third of all your brain power. Nutrition helps feed it.   Therefore, your eyes need the right amount of vitamins in order for them to stay stron…

Marcella Williams

Marcella Williams Facebook comment, April 4th, 2016 ★★★★★ "Best place!!! I've been a client since 1993."…

Video from our Co-Owners at Lifetime Eyecare

Lifetime Eyecare Video Watch our two videos from our Co-Owners, Mr. Paul. W. Slusher and Dr. Sureen Bachra. As you'll notice in the video, both of them are working hard with the team at Lifetime Eyecare to bring you the best service in optometry! Watch the videos below!   Paul W. Slusher     …

ContactsforLess.ca – Save Money on your contacts, Save the Planet.

Most of us can’t stand the fact that big companies ask you to donate MORE of your own money for causes. “Would you like to donate a dollar to…” Urgh. When put in that situation, we feel obligated to donate, and that’s just not okay. That’s one of the reasons why ContactsforLess.ca are redefining bus…

Eye Care for Infants and Children

At birth, your infant can only see in black, white, and certain shades of gray. Except things change. Their eyes are a very complex structure which helps them see and differentiate what is what. Many seem to think that an eye exam is petty or unnecessary. But as they say, there’s more than meets the…

New Tommy Hilfiger and Ralph Lauren Line Are In!

Tommy Hilfiger and Ralph Lauren brand lovers, rejoice! There are new designer frames available to you in store and they are ready to sit on your nose! Come visit us and have a look-see! We have a wide selection of designer brands in store! We are opened 7 days a week. Give us a call at (604) 522-11…

Myopia: Causes and Cures

So you have Myopia or are concerned about it? You came to the right blog... Myopia is known for being the reason why distant objects are blurry and why sometimes you will see flashes of light.  You maybe wondering how is this caused? Or why can’t I see that sign on the road? Well this is caused by…

Types of Specialty Eyewear

Though your "everyday" glasses may serve you well for many activities, you can improve your comfort, performance and safety for other specific visual tasks with specialty eyewear. This is especially true if you wear bifocals or progressive lenses due to presbyopia. Here are a few examples of where…

Yiannis Kavouropoulos

Yiannis Kavouropoulos Google Review, January 2016 ★★★★★ "The best clinic ever. Everything works perfect there."…

What to expect at an eye exam

Your Comprehensive Eye Exam A comprehensive eye exam includes a number of tests and procedures to examine your eyes and evaluate your eye health and the quality of your vision. These tests range from simple tasks such as reading an eye chart, to complex procedures using sophisticated imaging devices…

Up to 50% Off Gucci and Versace Frames!

Up to 50% Off Gucci and Versace Frames! This 2016 is the year for a new you! A new pair of frames is a very easy way to change up your look. New year, new you, new frames. For the entire month of January or until inventory lasts, enjoy up to 50% off on all Gucci and Versace frames. Gucci glasses ar…

Dry Eye Syndrome

Dry eye syndrome (or “dry eye”) is the chronic lack of enough lubrication on the surface of the eye, causing general discomfort and difficulty wearing contact lenses. It can also increase the risk of eye infections. Dry eye is common, with some studies reporting that 10 to 20 million Americans exper…

Everything you need to know about eye floaters and spots

Eye Floaters and Spots Floaters and spots are harmless tiny clumps of gel or cells embedded the vitreous – the clear, jelly-like fluid that fills the inside of your eye. Floaters may look like specks, strands, webs or other shapes. They usually can be seen most easily when looking at a plain backgr…

J.

J. Google Review, December 2015 ★★★★★ " I am so happy to have found Lifetime Eyecare. Dr. Bachra & her staff provide friendly, professional service at a very reasonable price. In the past, I've visited several costly optometrists in downtown Vancouver who didn't seem to have the time or expertis…

ContactsForLess.ca: The Only Way You Should Purchase Contact Lenses Online

ContactsForLess.ca: The Only Way You Should Buy Contact Lenses Online Lifetime Eyecare has now made it even easier for our patients to order their contact lenses. By purchasing your contact lenses online, it makes it extremely easy for you to re-order an existing prescription. And more importantly, …

Versace Sale: 50% Off Frames!

50% Off All Versace Designer Frames Known as the architect of modern fashion, Versace combines the experience of theater, rock 'n' roll, art and celebrity aesthetic into fashion-forward luxury. Linear and cutting-edge eyewear, sunglass and prescription eyeglasses take inspiration from the styles of …

Ashleen Chand

Ashleen Chand Google Review, November 2015 ★★★★★ "Best staff Ive ever approached. So helpful and Dr. Bachra really helped me understand and treat my eye. Lifetime eyecare rocks!"…

Apollo threadbeearer-smith

Apollo threadbeearer-smith Google Review, November 2015 ★★★★★ " I am leaving yet another review of Lifetime Eyecare - I totally LOVE these people. Dr. Bachra is totally cool and is clearly an expert in what she does, unlike some other optometrists in the area that I have met over the years. Since I …

50% Off Salvatore Ferragamo Frames

50% Off Salvatore Ferragamo Frames Salvatore Ferragamo is one of the world's best known Made in Italy luxury brands. The company's history dates back to the early 1900's when its founder became famous in Hollywood making shoes for movie stars. Today, the basic principles underlying Salvatore Ferrag…

Decorative contact lenses have potential to cause infection

With Halloween right around the corner, our very own Dr. Bachra was interviewed by  The Peak about decorative contact lenses. Here is the blog article about Dr. Bachra's interview. Decorative Contact Lenses Have Potential to Cause Infection Having spiderwebs for irises eyes may seem like an easy …

October 1st $500 Shopping Spree Winner

October 1st, 2015 | $500 Shopping Spree Contest Winner We’re very happy to announce that Natalie Van Apeldoorn is our winner for the October 1st $500 Shopping Spree contest! The winner of this contest gets an amazing $500 shopping spree voucher to spend on anything in store! How cool is that? If y…

Win a $500 Shopping Spree!

Win a $500 Shopping Spree! A brand spanking new winner in our $500 Shopping Spree contest will be announced on October 1st, 2015!  No purchase necessary and we don’t spam you or bug you. It's a simple contest, nothing more. So make sure you enter before October 1st, 2015 to test your luck to win a $…

Ebears C., New Westminster

Ebears C., New Westminster Yelp 9/26/2015 ★★★★★ "After our visit to Lifetime Eyecare we can see why it has been voted BEST eyeglass shop since 2008.  Fast, friendly, professional service.  Everything streamlined so you quickly move through the exam, selection and fitting quickly but without feeling …

Buying Prescription Glasses Online

Buying Prescription Glasses Online If you have thought about purchasing your next pair of prescription glasses online, there are a few things you need to know before you purchase. As the online retail industry has exploded over the last few years, ordering your prescription glasses online may seem …

Students Save More

Students Save Even More! One of the great perks of being a student, is all the amazing discount and "students save" opportunities that your studies get you! At Lifetime Eyecare in New Westminster, we have even more promotions for students. So if you're a student, make sure that you pay attention an…

Contact Lenses for the “Hard-to-Fit” Patient

Contact Lenses for the "Hard-to-Fit" Patient A number of eye conditions can make wearing contact lenses more challenging. These conditions include: astigmatism dry eyes giant papillary conjunctivitis (GPC) keratoconus post-refractive surgery (such as LASIK) presbyopia If you have any o…

NewWestMom

NewWestMom Yellow Pages 07/17/2015 ★★★★★ "Won't go anywhere else! Friendly,  great selection, good prices, and fast! Glasses were ready 2 days before expected."…

Glasses: Top 10 Women Who Prove They Are Stylish

Top 10 Women Who Prove Glasses Are Stylish Glasses have come a long way from the unstylish name-calling of our youth. These days, our favorite style icons are showing off their style and rocking the eyewear movement on and out of the red carpet. If you're looking for designer eyewear and glasses, m…

Brenda C.

Brenda C. Google Review, July 2015 ★★★★★ "I had a very good experience, i recently moved here and I needed to get my eyes checked. Dr. Bachra was very professional and addressed all of my concerns. Friendly staff too."…

Food Tips for a Healthy Eye Care

When we focus on staying healthy as our bodies age, our focus tends to go to our heart, brain and bones first. But just think for a moment about how much we use our eyesight every single day. We use our vision to read books, to admire nature, and to appreciate the happy faces of our loved ones. But…

Top5OP 5: Celebrities with serious eye issues.

TOP 5: Celebrities with serious eye issues. Often we think of celebrities as flawless people. The reality is that they are just like the rest of us, and are also susceptible to illnesses. Find out more about these 5 Actors and actresses who suffer serious eye issues. #1 Johnny Depp In an interview …

Summer frame sale

Need summer frames? You're in luck! Save big on our Summer Frame sale! Come to New Westminster and save up to 50% on any designer eyeglass or sunglass frame. Watch the video below!…

What Should You Look for in a Pair of Sunglasses?

Not all sunglasses are created equal. When choosing sunglasses, it's important to know what to look for. We have some quick tips to ensure you are getting the best protection. Look for a label that says 99-100 UV absorption or UV 400 Avoid sunglasses that simply say "absorbs UV". Polarized lens…

Big Summer Frame Sale Form

 COUPON CODE REQUIRED - SIGN UP BELOW Summer is just around the corner and the BIG SUMMER FRAME SALE is here! Sale ends August 31st 2015. 50% off all designer eyeglass frames with any progressive lens purchase 30% off when buying single vision/bifocal lenses 30% off all sunglasses too Enter…

Maureen Meers – $500 Shopping Spree Winner

CONGRATULATIONS We are happy to announce that Maureen Meers of Surrey, B.C. is the lucky winner of the $500 shopping spree Contest. Maureen will get the chance to use the $500 towards any purchase at  our store in New Westminster. EVERYTHING that we sell and EVERY SERVICE we provide: designer eyegl…

Restoring Eyesight to the Blind? Not a Thing of the Future!

Restoring Eyesight to the Blind? Not a Thing of the Future! Think the possility of restoring eyesight to the blind is a thing of the future? Think again. Researchers from the University of Montreal in Canada and University of Trento in Italy have revealed the reorganization the brain goes through to…

Do Not Buy Contact Lenses Without a Prescription!

Dangers of Buying Contact Lenses Without a Prescription Although contact lenses are one of the safest eye correction methods out there, the use of contact lenses can be risky, especially if you purchased your contact lenses without a prescription and an optometrist does not constantly monitor their …

Myopia Control

Myopia Control Although there is no cure for nearsightedness to this present day, there are in fact a number of treatments that your ophthalmologist can recommend to slow down the progression of myopia, especially for children and teenagers. Why Should You Be Interested in Myopia Control? The concep…

Siobhan Smeets – $500 Contest Winner

$500 Contest Winner Announced: Congratulations to: Siobhan Smeets of Surrey is our latest $500 Shopping Spree Contest.  Siobhan's name was drawn out of as many as 10,000 ballots.  Wow!  So - lucky Siobhan gets to spend $500 for FREE at our store in New Westminster.  Available in this contest is EVER…

December 2014 E-Newsletter

Inside this issue: Special Contests and a message from Dr. Bachra about your annual benefits plus some information on a special eyecare program for B.C. kindergarteners. To read the December 2014 Issue Click Here (a new window will open)…

Free Eyeglasses for Kindergarteners

“Eye See … Eye Learn® Start-up Package” is launched in B.C. Eye See … Eye Learn® (ESEL) represents an opportunity for BC Doctors of Optometry to deliver eye care to more Kindergarten children, and to serve our children in a way that is both important and perhaps even critical to their development.  …

New $500 Winner – New Contest

Winner: Ray Richards That's right - Ray Richards of Coquitlam was the latest winner of the $500 Shopping Spree.  When he was called he seemed to think it might be a joke or a scam.  We did our best to convince this is for real.  We hope he believed us...  …

VIDEOS: Cool Company in Canada

Videos to Watch... We are big supporters of ContactsForLess.ca.  I mean, read their motto: Save Money. Save the Planet. So we are happy to announce on their behalf the new "Video Archive" page.  It has their latest videos and honestly they make some cool videos too. Here is their latest one.  We li…

Eyeglasses, Eye Doctors & More in New Westminster

Looking for Eye Doctors in New Westminster? Look no more!   Lifetime Eyecare have the best eye doctors in New West!…

Jacqueline Barkley

Jacqueline Barkley Google Review, October 2014 ★★★★★ "I was in search for an optometrist, and a friend of mine recommended Lifetime Eyecare in New Westminster. Which was very convenient for me. I easily set up an appointment that work great with my schedule. Dr.Bachra was extremely thorough through …

Kale Recipes for Vision Health

Kale Rocks Your Vision To see some great Kale Recipes Please Click Here There is no doubt that Kale is one of the best foods for protecting your vision.  As blogger Julie Upton, RD, wrote on Health.com: "...green and yellow fruits and vegetables are packed with lutein and zeaxanthin, two nutrients …

Akou Shera

Akou Shera Google Review, September 2014 ★★★★★ "Excellent customer service, every one in that office are very friendly and helpful. Also they have a huge selection of designer eye glasses. I love the way how fast I got my favourite frame. I would recommend Lifetime Eyecare to all my friends. :)"…

Why you should book an eye exam for your child

This Is Why You Want To Book An Eye Exam For Your Child Give your child a clear vision of a great school year by: Erin Chawla We all want of our kids to do well in school, even if we define success differently. For some families, success means top marks and glowing report cards, for other families i…

Article: More Education, Lousy Vision

More education leads to lousy vision Joan Raymond, TODAY contributor Turns out there’s something to that image of the four-eyed nerd: New research suggests that higher levels of education — and more time squinting at that computer screen and textbook — really could make you need glasses. The visio…

Voted #1 Again

This just in... Lifetime Eyecare has just been named as the #1 Best Eyeglass Center in New Westminster for the 7th straight year!  We were first awarded this very public and prestigious title in 2008 and have won it every year since! On top of that - Lifetime Eyecare has also been named as the Reci…

$500 Winner Announced

The Winner of our July 2014 $500 Shopping Spree Contest has been confirmed. CONGRATULATIONS... To Ludy Novosiltseff of New Westminster…

July 2014 Newsletter

Our July 2014 Newsletter is out To see the issue online, click here. Inside you will find: * A link to our latest $500 Shopping Spree Contest * The announcement of our "Service Hero" Scholarship winners * A vision health article all about a new breakthrough on restoring vision * plus a bit more …

Article: Glaucoma drug helps restore vision

Glaucoma drug helps restore vision loss linked to obesity By Jim Dryden A new study shows that the eyesight of patients with an unusual vision disorder linked to obesity improves twice as much if they take a glaucoma drug and lose a modest amount of weight than if they only lose weight. Robert Bos…

Juicy Couture Eyeglasses

We have added an exciting brand new line, made in the U.S.A.  Juicy Couture is one very hot line right now and we have the newest designs.  Come in today and see what is up with what some are calling the hottest line of 2014. ...and here is our ENTIRE list of over 50 designer lines, over 1,500 desi…

Rohan S., New Westminster

Rohan S., New Westminster Yelp  6/11/2014 ★★★★★ "So I've been using this place for eye wear for the last couple years and there is a reason I keep coming back. The service here is fantastic, from the doctors, to the receptionist to the sales staff. The glasses selection is not huge, but there is en…

June Online Newsletter

Our latest Online Newsletter is out.  Click here to read.  It is full of goodies, such as info on our $500 Shopping Spree contest, a profile of Chief Optometrist Dr. Bachra and an article on Laser Eye Surgery. Read it and if you wish to receive it in the future, make sure to subscribe.…

Article: Diabetic Retinopathy

Diabetic Retinopathy What is it?  What are the warning signs?  How is it treated? Diabetic retinopathy is damage to the light-sensitive retina at the back of the eye due to Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes. It is the leading cause of blindness among Americans under the age of 65. Currently more than 5 mil…

Article: Dangers of Laser Eye Surgery

Laser Eye Surgery: What should you know It is important that all patients realize that they have a choice.  Laser Eye Surgery, although a viable option for many, comes with rare but very serious dangers.  Lifetime Eyecare has chosen to not engage in the practice of Laser Eye Surgery and instead offe…

Yellow Pages Video Ad 2014

Check out our new Yellow Pages Video:…

500 Shopping Spree Contest

A brand spanking new winner in our $500 Shopping Spree contest will be announced on July 1, 2014.  No purchase necessary and we don't spam you or bug you. Its a simple contest, nothing more. We do it because we love our customers and our community. We do this 4 times a year and your ballot always st…

Article: Avocados and Vision Health

Avocados and Lutein – Your Eye Health: What is Lutein? Lutein is a natural antioxidant that may help maintain eye health, as we get older. According to the American Optometric Association, lutein and zeaxanthin are carotenoids that filter harmful high-energy blue wavelengths of light and act as anti…

April 24 2014 Online Newsletter

Our newest online newsletter has so much: $500 Shopping Spree Contest, A Special $100 and $50 Coupon, a Tribute to Paul Tomaino and so much more. Check it out at http://conta.cc/1h7YDFr…

Article: Video Games and Children’s Vision

Children and Computer Vision Syndrome In the past decade, computer use among children in the United States has become pervasive. Consider these statistics: 94 percent of American families with children have a computer in the home with access to the Internet.* The amount of time children ages 8 …

Taban Kurd

Taban Kurd Google Review, April 2014 ★★★★★ "My parents are senior and they had an eye exam in Lifetime Eyecare for free. They were very happy about the service. The Doctors and staff were very friendly and helpful. We thank the Lifetime Eyecare team :)"…

Article: Cataracts, What You Need to Know

Cataracts, What You Need to Know A cataract is a clouding of the natural lens inside the eye. The lens and cornea (the clear front surface of the eye) work together to focus light onto the retina at the back of the eye. The lens also acts much like a camera lens to adjust the eye's focus and enable …

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New $500 Shopping Spree Drawing taking place on April 1.  Enter today!!!! Post by Lifetime Eyecare, Doctors of Optometry and Designer Frame Centre.…

Michelle Elliott

Michelle Elliott Google+ 03/08/2014 ★★★★★ "Friendly and very helpful people at lifetime eye care! I am a student at New Westminster Secondary and had received free lens for my Ray Bans and also got a great price on them. The selection of glasses was excellent and the whole process was easy and frien…

Brad Elliott

Brad Elliott Yelp 3/08/2014 ★★★★★ "Friendly and very helpful people at lifetime eye care! I am a student at New Westminster Secondary and had received free lens for my Ray Bans and also got a great price on them. The selection of glasses was excellent and the whole process was easy and friendly."…

Karn Rai

Karn Rai Google Review, March 2014 ★★★★★ "Great place - I have been to many eye clinics and doctors in the past and I was pleasantly surprised when I went in for my eye exam a few weeks ago. The staff was excellent. They spent their time with me and explained everything in detail. I ended up getting…

Seana Bailey

Seana Bailey Google Review, March 2014 ★★★★★ "Very friendly people who work here! They definitely know what they're doing. I always get my eyes examined here, and I still have the same pair of glasses I got here 3 years ago."…

100 off eyeglasses or lenses

DETAILS ON THE $100 CASH BACK VOUCHER * Every Lifetime Eyecare patient who gets an eye exam with one of our Optometrists receives a $100 CASH BACK VOUCHER good towards the purchase of any Designer Eyeglasses, Designer Sunglasses or Prescription Lenses for either eyeglasses or sunglasses. Only one vo…

Raman Sohal

Raman Sohal Google Review, February 2014 ★★★★★ "Went in to get my eyes checked because of a recommendation from a friend and was surprised at the quality of service compared to my normal optometrist office. The testing was more thorough and the exam and lens I got were cheaper because I'm a student.…

Ravi Rai

Ravi Rai Google Review, February 2014 ★★★★★ "Very friendly and knowledgable staff, with excellent prices, especially for students! Definitely would recommend this place to everyone in the lower mainland, that is looking for eye care at an affordable price."…

Article: Exercise Your Eyes

How to Exercise Your Eyes 1 - Sit comfortably on a chair. Rub your hands together until they feel warm. Close your eyes and cover them lightly with your cupped palms. Avoid applying pressure to your eyeballs. Your nose should not be covered. Make sure no light rays can enter your eyes though ga…

Article: Infant Vision Basics

Your Infant's Visual Development The visual system of a newborn infant takes some time to develop. Knowing the expected milestones of your baby’s vision development during their first year of life can help you ensure your infant son or daughter is seeing properly. During your pregnancy Your child’s …

Contest Winner Announced

$500 Shopping Spree Contest Winner Announced: Sherri Miller of Port Coquitlam We are very happy to announce that Sherri Miller is the newest winner of our $500 Shopping Spree.  Her first words when called by our CEO were "OK" and when asked how she felt she replied "Well I am a bit skeptical".  Of c…

Christmas Party Photos Dec 2013

Eye Doctors in New Westminster What a great staff of Eye Doctors, Eye Specialists, Opticians and Eyecare/Eyewear experts we have.  Check out our amazing party photos.  Yes, our Eye Doctors in New Westminster know how to have a good time! To see the photos on Google, please click https://plus.google…

Glasses for Noah on CNN

Such a great story on CNN.  A boy named Noah didn't want to wear his eyeglasses.  In fact he thought everyone "would laugh at him".  What did his mother do?  She turned to Facebook to show him that cool people wear glasses.  Yes Noah.  Glasses are super cool now. Check out this touching story at ht…

Alzheimer’s discovered in eye exam

An international team of researchers studying the link between vision loss and Alzheimer's disease report that the loss of a particular layer of retinal cells not previously investigated may reveal the disease's presence and provide a new way to track disease progression. The researchers,…

Paul W. Slusher Marketer of the Year

Congratulations to our CEO, Paul W. Slusher who was nominated for Marketer of the Year!  Learn more by checking out the awards website at http://newwestchamber.com or by clicking the Facebook post below. Post by Lifetime Eyecare, Doctors of Optometry and Designer Frame Centre.…

Halloween 2013

Halloween was a blast at Lifetime Eyecare.  The entire staff were dressed as "bugs" (or butterflies if you prefer) and Paul Tomaino was, well - a creepy something.  Dr. Bachra, being 9 months pregnant, thought that the "Pregnant Nun" was the most appropriate thing to be this year. (l-r) Raman, Chant…

Blepharitis Inflammation of eyelids

Blepharitis Blepharitis is inflammation of the eyelids, characterized by red, itchy eyelids and the formation of dandruff-like scales at the base of the lashes. It is a common disorder and affects people of all ages. Blepharitis is not contagious and generally does not cause permanent vision proble…

Astigmatism

Astigmatism Astigmatism is a very common and often misunderstood condition. Like nearsightedness and farsightedness, astigmatism is a refractive error, not an eye disease, and it is easily treated with eyeglasses or contact lenses. What causes astigmatism? Astigmatism usually is due to unequal cur…

Myopia and Vitamin D

Time Outdoors and Myopia Optometry Times, August 2013 by Donald O. Mutti, OD, PhD One of the most common stereotypes about the young myope is that he or she is a reader. The Internet age may modify our picture somewhat, but parents and optometrists probably still imagine the young myope reading und…

ContactsForLess.ca does contact lenses best

A new B.C. company has us amazed and excited.  ContactsForLess.ca saves you up to 70% on your contact lenses and you get to pick where a huge of portion of the profits is sent.  You can give to Greenpeace, to the Red Cross - so many non-profit organizations.  You can save money and save the planet a…

Video – Lifetime Eyecare, New Westminster

Lifetime Eyecare Video, New Westminster Optometrists & Top Designer Eyeglasses Watch our short video about Lifetime Eyecare!…

AMD Macular Degeneration

Macular Degeneration Macular degeneration —also called age-related macular degeneration or AMD — is a degenerative condition in which the most sensitive part of the retina (the macula) starts to break down, causing a loss of central vision. Though macular degeneration does not affect peripheral vis…

Lazy Eye (Amblyopia)

Amblyopia (Lazy Eye) Amblyopia is reduced vision in an eye caused by abnormal visual development. Commonly called “lazy eye,” amblyopia usually occurs in just one eye, but both eyes can be affected. Left untreated, amblyopia can cause legal blindness in the affected eye. About 2 to 3 percent of the…

Eye Allergies

Eye Allergies Eye allergies are overreactions of the body's immune system when certain substances come in contact with the eyes of sensitive individuals. These allergy-causing substances (called allergens) can include dust, pollen, mold and animal dander. Certain ingredients in cosmetics and eye dr…

Children vision and learning

Learning-Related Vision Problems Experts say more than 80 percent of what children are taught in school is presented visually, in the form of books and other written or visual means. So, good vision is essential for learning. The first step to make sure your child has the proper visual abilities ne…

Infants Visual Development

Your Infant's Visual Development The visual system of a newborn infant takes some time to develop. Knowing the expected milestones of your baby’s vision development during their first year of life can help you ensure your infant son or daughter is seeing properly. During your pregnancy Your child’s …

$500 Contest Winner Oct 2013

Congratulations Krystin on winning the $500 Shopping Spree - and to anyone wishing to enter the NEXT one. Post by Lifetime Eyecare, Doctors of Optometry and Designer Frame Centre.…

Transitions In UX Design

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Portugal 2013 road-trip gallery

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Josh Woodward – Already There

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Recent trends in storytelling

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Supernatural FX Showreel

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Oscar Wilde

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Madrid’s photographer marathon

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Jeffrey Veen – About Design

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Josh Woodward – Already There Remix

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A Look Inside the Protein Bar

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Unlocking Hidden Brain Secrets

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Children Eyecare FAQ

Children’s Vision FAQ Q: Our 3-year-old daughter was just diagnosed with strabismus and amblyopia. What are the percentages of a cure at her age? A: With proper treatment, the odds are very good. Generally, it is better to treat strabismus and amblyopia in young childhood rather than waiting until …

Iceland’s volcano timelapse

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Vision Worsening Globally Article

Read this informative article on the status of vision globally, where it is headed and what to be thinking about. www.lifetimeeyecare.ca/article-vision-impairment-worsening/…

Orthokeratology Video (Ortho K)

Orthokeratology Specialists Dr. Bachra and Lifetime Eyecare in New Westminster are releasing a newly edited, re-mastered version of its Video "Ortho K: Correct Your Vision Without Laser Surgery".  Enjoy!!  …

Padesh Singh

Padesh Singh Google Review, November 2013 ★★★★★ "I just returned to Lifetime Eyecare in New Westminster again this week to get my annual eye exam. Lifetime Eyecare gets 5 Stars on every level! Great eye doctors, nice knowledgeable staff, HUGE eyeglass and sunglass collection. They are the best. My e…

Designer Eyeglasses & Sunglasses in New Westminster

Sunglasses & Eyeglasses on Video Our short (and cool) video is out - showing all the great designer eyeglasses and sunglasses we carry.  Yeah.  We know why we were voted #1 Best Eyeglasses in New Westminster AGAIN. We carry only the best stuff.…

July E * Newsletter from Lifetime Eyecare

Prada has arrived at Lifetime Eyecare. You kidding me? This is big news - exclusively Prada for the area - it is indeed an honor. To see our #1 Best Newsletter: Click Here…

$1,000 Scholarships Awarded

The Service Hero Scholarships ($1,000 each) were awarded last week.  Two amazing women, Saskia Vaisey and Jessica Arthur both received $1,000 each towards their college education.  Their stories are amazing and an inspiration for all of us.  Wondered if there was actual hope in saving the Planet?  W…

$500 Shopping Spree Winner

Congratulations to Christine Mintu of Coquitlam.  On July 2 we awarded Christine a $500 Shopping Spree.  Rumor has it, she has already picked out a brand new pair of Prada frames and Gucci sunglasses!  Wow - good choices Christine.  If you wish to enter our special $500 Shopping Spree contest that i…

$500 Shopping Spree Winner Announced

Lifetime Eyecare is happy to announce that the winner of the latest $500 Shopping Spree is Ali Reza B. of New Westminster (no photo provided) As the winner, Ali Reza gets to bring himself, his family or his friends - and use his FREE $500 award towards any designer eyeglasses, sunglasses, contact l…

Hyack Parade in New Westminster

What a wonderful day in New Westminster.  Lifetime Eyecare had the tremendous opportunity to have a booth at the Hyack Parade and Street Festival.  Several of our wonderful staff members: Nav, Lucy, Navi, Chantel and even Dr. Bachra herself got involved in the fun on 6th Street. We handed out over …

May E*Newsletter: Contests and Cash Back Vouchers

Did you know that we give out $100 Cash Back Vouchers to every single eye exam patient?  That is right - see our optometrist and you get $100 off any frame in the store.  $100 just for being our patient.  Wow. Want to learn more?  See our newsletter at: http://conta.cc/17H1e8F. Better yet - LIKE u…

New Eye Care Articles and Information

Lifetime Eyecare keeps you informed with our eye care and vision health article page.  Go to: www.lifetimeeyecare.ca/eyecare-articles-links/ and read all about eye exams, the latest on eye diseases and more.  We will add articles regularly so check back.  If you would like to see a subject discussed…

$100 Cash Back Details

Want to know more about this amazing $100 Cash Back Voucher offer? Here are the details: * Every Lifetime Eyecare patient who gets an eye exam receives a $100 CASH BACK VOUCHER good towards the purchase of any Eyeglass Frame, Sunglass Frame or Prescription Eyewear Lenses for either designer eyegla…

Beautiful Canuck Fans – Lifetime Eyecare

Even though the Vancouver Canucks are 0-3 and will most likely lose in the playoffs this year, it doesn't mean that we are Canuck Fans part-time.  No - even when our lowly team is losing games 6-1, we still love them.  Here are four of our beautiful staff members showing their Canuck pride.  Introdu…

The E*Newsletter from Lifetime Eyecare

The New E*Newsletter from Lifetime Eyecare Read all about the latest news, sales and contests To see the latest issue of our Newsletter, Click Here.…

Eye Exam Cash Back Voucher

$100 Cash Back - just for having an eye exam... Are we crazy?  Perhaps? Or perhaps we are simply really focused on being kind and generous to our eyecare patients? * Details: Each eyecare patient receives a $100 Cash Back voucher good towards ANY our wonderful designer eyeglasses, sunglasses or pre…

Twitter Has Arrived

Lifetime Eyecare has come to Twitter - where you can get immediate updates, special Twitter-only deals and cool Tweets from our wonderful Designer Frame Buyer, Dawn Drever.  Stay tuned folks for fun and savings.  https://twitter.com/LifetimeNewWest…

ALL DESIGNER SUNGLASSES 50% OFF

No Joke.  Every single designer sunglass frame is on sale 50% off all April long. But wait - stock is limited, so hurry in! http://lifetimeeyecare.ca/monthly-special/…

Margaret Parker

Margaret Parker Google Review, March 2013 ★★★★★ "These eye doctors are really good. Come in, got my eye exam and my Optometrist was kind, thoughtful and then I discovered they even have eye specialists here. I met the young eye specialist on my way out - super nice guy. But the reason I am writing t…

Sale Extended & MORE!

Designer Frame Sale ends at 3pm on Sunday, February 3rd.  So - rush in and check out the Top 5 lines (all 30% off).  Gucci, Versace, Christian Dior, La Font and Dolce & Gabbana - these top designer eyeglasses are almost never on sale.  Click here for more info. Oh and before we forget - don't m…

Designer Eyeglasses Sale

Top 5 Designer Eyeglass Frame Sale Gucci, Versace, Christian Dior, La Font and Dolce & Gabbana - all on sale at 30% off. Please note that it is very rare to find the newest designs and hottest looks from these top designers on sale. In fact we have NEVER put these on sale like this before. Enjo…

Facebook Pre-Sale

PRE-SALE OFFER - GOING ON NOW Please visit our Facebook Page at: https://www.facebook.com/LifetimeEyecareNewWest Pre-Sale (Facebook Only) January 7 - 11 ACTUAL SALE January 12 - 31 There is a BIG Designer Frame Sale coming up - and if you want to take advantage, you have to go to our Facebook Page…

Top Comments From You…

Our $2,000 Cash Contest really brought out the very best.  Here are some of the great comments we received from the over 800 ballots that we took in from November 1 - December 31, 2012.: #1 Best Comment: "You guys have a good sense of SWAG." (The author of this gem was 12 years old) Other comments …

$2,000 Cash Winner Announced…

Congratulations to Kevin Cole of Burnaby, our $2,000 CASH WINNER. For more information on our upcoming contests, please see:…

Helen Zhao

Helen Zhao Google Review, January 2013 ★★★★★ "Staff worked here are knowledgeable and helpful. They tried to improve their service when there is any chance. They treated customer's comments seriously. Good job guys. Your business will be successful."…

Vincent J. Kellsey

Vincent J. Kellsey Google Review, November 2012 ★★★★★ "I have lived all over both Canada and the USA , and Lifetime Eyecare is hands down THE BEST optometry clinic I have ever been to. The service is friendly, fast and thorough, the reception area is welcoming, and the follow up care is simply outst…

Lifetime Eyecare Newsletter – $2,000 in CASH awarded in New Westminster

How can you win $2,000 on New Year's Day? How about brand new Ray Ban's and Justin Timberlake's NEW EYEGLASS DESIGNS?  The latest Lifetime Eyecare Newsletter is a great way to stay connected to us and get the latest news and even special coupons and rebates. Click here to see the newest issue. ...a…

Want $2,000 CASH?

The First Annual $2,000 New Year's Day Cash Giveaway is ON at Lifetime Eyecare in New Westminster! Check out the CONTEST INFO page at:  http://lifetimeeyecare.ca/monthly-special/ for more details or click the poster below! Yes, YOU Could win BIG on New Year's Day !! What a GREAT way to start the ye…

Lifetime Eyecare Releases Summer Quarter Growth Figures

OCT. 29, 2012 - Quarterly Growth Announcement: Lifetime Eyecare is announcing to the public that the total revenue figures for the summer quarter of 2012 were 9.7% higher than the previous year.  This is contributing to an increasingly optimistic perspective in terms of Lifetime Eyecare's total rev…

Lifetime Eyecare Newsletter October 9, 2012

So, October is a special month, as our October 9 Lifetime Eyecare issues makes very clear.  Check out the newest newsletter by clicking here. Or you can receive our FREE E-Newsletter by clicking here. Enjoy!! If the link to the newsletter does not work for some reason, enter the following URL int…

Mary M.

Mary M., New Westminster Yelp Review, 10/7/2012 ★★★★★ " I had my eye exam here and the doctor was very helpful in explaining what was going on. I decided to also fill my prescription here and the staff was extremely helpful and an absolute pleasure to work with while picking out my frames."…

$500 Winner Announced

We are so happy to announce the WINNER OF THE FALL $500 GIVEAWAY!! It is... Kuldip T. of Burnaby. She has been notified and she is reportedly still crying with joy. There is even a rumor that we may be able to provide a nice photo of Kuldip, but that is only a rumor at this point.  We will keep you…

3 DAYS LEFT – Sept 28 Newsletter

The Lifetime Eyecare Newsletter was sent out today to over 2,000 happy and loyal patients and customers.  Enjoy!!…

Yellowpages.ca Lifetime Eyecare Video!

YellowPages.ca invites you over at Lifetime Eyecare! We here at Lifetime Eyecare, in conjunction with YellowPages.ca, have released a new video that is the equivalent of  A BIG SMILE AND A BIG HELLO to all of our wonderful eyecare patients and eyeglass customers.  Enjoy!!  …

Sale Extended and $500??

You read it right.  We are EXTENDING the Designer Eyewear Sale thru September 30.  That is a Sunday, so that means you will have a weekend to come in and find the coolest eyeglasses or sunglasses - like Gucci, Versace, Hugo Boss and more!  To read more, click here... ....but also there is this issu…

A Google User

A Google User Google Review, September 2012 ★★★★★ "Just went and had my eyes tested for a colour blind and general vision test. Both guys on reception were friendly and chatty. I felt very comfortable talking with them and they provided great service. The optician that helped me out (...) was a frie…

Online Newsletter – September 2012

Check out our brand new newsletter (ripe with info on contests and our BIG DESIGNER FRAME SALE)!! CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE…

$500 Winner Announced

Maegan Newell of New Westminster was our big $500 Winner for the summer of 2012.  Congratulations Maegan!! If you wish to learn more about our $500 giveaway (we do it 4 times a year!!), please click here. (Sorry - no photo of Maegan)…

New $500 Contest Winner to be announced…

Yes, we think we have a local winner from New Westminster.  As soon as we know more and confirm - we will announce this persons' name.  But CONGRATULATIONS in advance.  LOL...…

Lifetime Eyecare – Voted #1 Best Eyeglasses in 2012

Breaking News (July 20, 2012) It was reported today that Lifetime Eyecare in New Westminster was once again voted #1 Best Eyeglass Centre and also received the “Reader’s Choice Award” in Optometry for the fifth straight year (2008 – current) by the readers of "The Record Newspaper" of New Westminst…

TanyaChen1987

TanyaChen1987 Yellow Pages 6/12/2012 ★★★★★ "I went to a new eye clinic this week, Lifetime Eyecare. I give them 5 stars! My optometrist was the nicest, most informative I have ever experienced. The entire staff was so sweet and the experience was very pleasant. What was amazing to me that on the day…

Service Hero Scholarship – Honorable Mention

Honorable Mention Winners 2012 Lifetime Eyecare "Service Hero" Achievement Scholarship The following students from the Lower Mainland proved to us that they too were incredible "Service Heros"s.  Each of these persons will receive a special Honorable Mention letter from Lifetime Eyecare along with…

…and the Winner is…

We are proud to announce the winner for the very first ever $1,000 "Service Hero" Achievement Scholarship!! ...and the very deserving winner is... ...Cynthia Bhourji of Surrey, B.C. !!  Congratulations to Cynthia and a very warm thank you to the nearly 100 applicants! [For More on Cynthia Bhourji …

Scholarship Winner Announced

Our $1,000 Service Hero Scholarship winner is going to be announced...Tomorrow, June 8, on our Facebook page.  Good luck to the large amount of you who applied.  It was great to see so many young people hungry to change the world!!  To go to our Facebook page...please click here.…

$100 Giveaway – HELP!

Calling all FACEBOOK friends... We need your ADVICE... What are your favorite three eyewear designers?  Versace? Ray Ban?  Maui Jim? DKNY? Hugo Boss? There are hundreds of great lines...WHO IS YOUR FAVORITE AND WHY? Please help us and you could win a $100 gift certifcate with Lifetim…

New Article: Wearing the Wrong Contact Lenses

Contact lenses are an option for people who need a prescription for better vision but do not want to rely on eyeglasses every day. However, contact lenses require more than the prescription for correcting vision. The eye doctor must also measure the shape of the eye in order to prescribe the proper …

Facebook and Lifetime Eyecare

Stay Connected via Facebook Take a look and find out why nearly 300 folks in less than 3 months have "liked" us.  Check out:  https://www.facebook.com/LifetimeEyecareNewWest. More importantly, if you "like" us on Facebook and stay connected, we are posting more and more special vouchers, special co…

Win $500 Gift Certificate

It is that time again... Next $500 gift certificate contest drawing will be July 1, 2012. If you wish to enter, please email the following information to [email protected]: 1. Full Name 2. Address 3. Phone Number 4. Email Address 5. Date of Birth 6. Contest Word "Hugo Boss" * Note: No purchas…

Everything You Wanted to Know About Sunglasses

Welcome to our very first Blog post on our brand-new, mobile phone-friendly website.  So, we thought what better way to kick things off than to simply start with what is going on now....SUMMER. Always wanted to know about sunglasses, sunglass lenses, prescription sunglasses and more? In this …

A Google User

A Google user Google Review, April 2012 ★★★★★ "I first went to Lifetime Eyecare based on a friend's recommendation. It's been several years now and they're still the best choice for my eye care needs. The staff has always been friendly and courteous. My optometrist is professional and knowledgeable,…

A Google User

A Google User Google Review, March 2012 ★★★★★ " I went to see Dr. Bachra this week and got new contacts and eyeglasses. These folks are the best around. I live in North Van and I drive all the way to see these people. Doctors are great, staff-great, selection-huge. I mean no one compares. I wrote a …

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Roberttall Yellow Pages, December 11, 2010 ★★★★★ "I was so impressed. If you are buying eyeglasses or contacts, or you want great service when getting an eye exam, go to Lifetime Eyecare. I drove from Vancouver because someone recommended this store and I was so totally impressed. The best eyeglass …

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