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Dental Hygienists in Canada Call for Healthier Workplaces

October 24, 2024

As people across Canada mark Healthy Workplace Month this October, dental hygienists are raising awareness of the challenges oral health professionals face daily at work, whether they are in clinical practice, education or public health.

Canada’s Dental Hygienists Gather for National Conference

October 18, 2024

More than 500 dental hygienists from across Canada are gathered in Niagara Falls this week for a three-day, action-packed professional development program hosted by the Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA).

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Canada’s Dental Hygienists Elect New President

October 2, 2024

The Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA) is pleased to announce the installation of its new president, Alexandra Sheppard, at its annual general meeting on Saturday, September 28, 2024.

Canadian Dental Hygienists Celebrate the Power of Partnerships

August 9, 2024

The Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA) annually celebrates its long-standing partnerships with dental industry.

Expansion to Canadian Dental Care Plan Will Keep Even More Vulnerable Populations Healthier

June 27, 2024

As of today, eligibility for the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) will open for children under 18, and people with a valid Canada Disability Tax Credit.

Historic Day for Oral Health of Canada’s Most Vulnerable Populations

May 2, 2024

It’s a historic time in Canada for the oral health of the country’s most vulnerable populations. Yesterday, on May 1, many independent dental hygienists began providing treatment for eligible seniors under the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP).

Budget 2024: Improving Access to Oral Health Care in Rural and Remote Communities

April 16, 2024

The Minister of Finance and Deputy Prime Minister, the Hon. Chrystia Freeland, tabled the federal government’s Budget 2024 today. The Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA) commends the federal government’s commitment to expanding the Canada Student Loan Forgiveness Program to dental hygienists working in rural and remote communities, among other health care and social services professionals.

April Highlights Importance of Oral Health for Total Health

April 2, 2024

April is Oral Health Month in Canada, and an important part of the celebration is National Dental Hygienists Week™ (NDHW™), which takes place from April 4 to 10. The week’s theme is “Oral Health for Total Health,” reminding us that taking care of our teeth and gums has an impact on so much more than just our mouth.

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Dental Hygienists Celebrate International Women’s Day

March 7, 2024

As the voice of a female-dominated workforce of oral health professionals, the Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA) is proud to celebrate International Women’s Day on March 8. CDHA recognizes this as a time to celebrate the hard work and accomplishments of all women in the profession of dental hygiene.

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Dental Hygienists Express Concerns Over Reimbursement Rates Announced for Canadian Dental Care Plan

February 8, 2024

The Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA) welcomes the next phase of the rollout of the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP).

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