Our current efforts only refer to OHIP-covered patients, those aged 0-19, 65+, and living with specific eye conditions or diabetes. Even if you are not insured by OHIP, it’s likely that some of your friends or family are. In 1989, the Ontario government paid $39.15 towards an OHIP-covered eye exam. In 2021, 32 years later, the Ontario government pays $44.65, with the optometrist covering the rest of that cost. With over four million services performed annually under OHIP, this level of funding is not sustainable. We are asking the government to prioritize eye healthcare by closing the gap between their funding and inflation.