Glasses for Classes

This program matches students with free prescription glasses, thanks to our many program partners! 

FOR DSBN ONLY

Before Applying:  Please find out if the family is receiving benefits of any kind, such as Ontario Works, Disability,Benefits, etc.  If this is the case then they will already have the opportunity to receive the prescription glasses they would require and do not qualify for our Glasses for Classes program.

To Apply:  Please complete the online form below.

Please note: Students who are younger than 20 years of age are covered by OHIP for a routine eye examination provided by either an optometrist or physician once every 12 months plus any follow-up assessments that may be required. 

Conditions to be eligible for this program:

• Must have a Valid OHIP Card 
• Must not have any other form of Government Support or Benefits (Ontario Works, Benefits through Parent/Guardian, ODSP, etc)
• Must receive an Eye Exam at the Office at the time of appointment 
• Must not have had an Eye Exam within the last year (Alternatively a valid prescription within the last year from an Optometrist/Ophthalmetrist  can be brought with them to take advantage of the program)
• Must call to book an appointment (the phone number will be indicated on the Gift Certificate that is sent out)
• Note: Reimbursements for costs already incurred will not be made, including pre-purchased glasses, eye exams, etc.    

Conditions for FYidoctors (Welland Ave Location Only):

Students must have a valid OHIP card. The exam is to occur at this office only, and the student must not have had an eye exam within the last year. The student can proceed to fill the prescription at the same location.

Once approved, a letter of recommendation will be sent to Principal with the participating Glasses for Classes partner. At that time the student family must call and make an appointment for an eye exam, get prescription and then choose frame as per store policy. *Different stores have different policies, so the letter of recommendation must be presented prior to choosing frame"    

Special Thanks to: Dr. Richard Saari (Welland) and FYi Doctors (St. Catharines) for assisting with the program.  

Please contact us directly should you have any further questions or concerns: efn@dsbn.org or call 905-641-2929 ext. 37710

Our Partners

Dr. Richard Saari – Welland 

FYi Doctors – St. Catharines