Decide to Act
Your decision to act quickly could mean the difference between preserving sight and permanent vision loss. Regardless of the issue, please contact our team to get help addressing the problem.
If your emergency occurs outside our business hours, call Health Link at 811, find an optometrist that is open close to you, or visit your nearest emergency room.

Safety is Key
We’re proud to carry a range of protective eyewear brands to keep your eyes safe whether you’re at work, at school, or playing sports.
We also work with the Eyesafe OVC safety glasses program to help employers keep their staff safe on any jobsite. To learn more, contact our team today.
Common Eye Emergencies
Regardless of the type of emergency you experience, it’s important to speak to a medical professional for help. Some of the most common eye emergencies include:
- Pink Eye
- Sudden onset flashes and floaters
- Sudden vision loss
- Foreign object in the eye
- Eye pain and sensitivity to light
- Scratches & cuts
- Ultraviolet radiation exposure
- Chemical exposure to the eye
- Blunt injuries
- Post-surgery problems

Contact Us Today
If you or someone you know is experiencing an eye emergency, please act quickly. Get the help you need immediately and book an appointment now.

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Our Address
- #243, 414 3 St S.W.
- Calgary, AB T2P 1R2
Contact Information
- Phone: 403-262-5012
- Fax: 403-266-5800
Hours Of Operation
- Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
PARKING AVAILABLE
Parking is available in the Calgary Place Parkade. The entrance is off 4th Ave. SW across from the Keg. There is a height limit of 5’11”. Please register your license plate number with the front desk when you arrive at the office.
Our Blog
Check out our Blog for news updates and eye care tips!
Is Your Contact Lens Discomfort Actually Dry Eye?
Dry EyeWhen your contacts used to feel comfortable all day but now irritate your eyes by the afternoon, you might assume the lenses are the problem. However, the real culprit could be the front surface of your eye. Many people experience contact lens discomfort without realizing that dry eye is actually causing their symptoms. Contact lens […]
Choosing Frames That Transition from Work to Weekend
Frames & LensesYour week moves from important meetings to relaxed weekends, and your eyewear should keep pace. Finding a single pair of glasses that suits both a professional setting and your personal time can feel like a challenge. Our team at Downtown Vision Care understands that you need a frame that projects confidence in the boardroom and […]
5 Work Tips for Preventing Digital Eye Strain for Professionals
Eye HealthMany professionals spend most of their day in front of a computer, tablet, or phone. Over time, this constant near visual focus can cause the eyes to feel tired, dry, or strained, a common experience known as digital eye strain. It can affect productivity, comfort, and even how well you concentrate by the end of […]
Is Your Contact Lens Discomfort Actually Dry Eye?
When your contacts used to feel comfortable all day but now irritate your eyes by the afternoon, you might assume the lenses are the problem. However, the real culprit could be the front surface of your eye. Many people experience contact lens discomfort without realizing that dry eye is actually causing their symptoms. Contact lens […]
Choosing Frames That Transition from Work to Weekend
Your week moves from important meetings to relaxed weekends, and your eyewear should keep pace. Finding a single pair of glasses that suits both a professional setting and your personal time can feel like a challenge. Our team at Downtown Vision Care understands that you need a frame that projects confidence in the boardroom and […]
5 Work Tips for Preventing Digital Eye Strain for Professionals
Many professionals spend most of their day in front of a computer, tablet, or phone. Over time, this constant near visual focus can cause the eyes to feel tired, dry, or strained, a common experience known as digital eye strain. It can affect productivity, comfort, and even how well you concentrate by the end of […]




