CDHA Protect Professional Liability Insurance

Your Active (Practising) membership includes CDHA Protect; individual professional liability insurance (PLI) provided through our broker, BMS Canada Risk Services Ltd. (BMS). PLI protects you against liability or allegations of liability for injury or damages that have resulted from a negligent act, error, omission or malpractice that has arisen out of your professional capacity as a dental hygienist, or if a complaint is made against you to your provincial regulator.

Dental hygienists working in private practice—for instance as an independent contractor, sole proprietor, temporary worker or business owner—have additional exposures. Please connect with broker at BMS to discuss your practice circumstances and to access additional insurance products.

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Free Summary Legal Assistance

In cooperation with BMS and Gowling WLG (Canada) LLP (Gowlings), one of Canada's largest national law firms, CDHA is pleased to extend free summary legal assistance to all dental hygienists participating in the professional liability insurance program. Read More

Get to Know CDHA's Professional Liability Insurance Program

Your CDHA Active (Practising) membership includes professional liability insurance (PLI). But what does PLI mean? Why do you need it? What does it cover? Watch our short video to gain a better understanding of your individual PLI coverage.

What to do in Case of a Claim

The complaints process can be stressful and it’s important to remember that you’re not alone. Follow these steps if a professional liability claim or complaint is made against you.

Understanding Risk & Liability

What is the risk and liability for dental hygienists? What should you look out for when selecting a professional liability policy provider? What are some examples of legal expense claims and criminal claims? Watch this thorough video which answers these questions and covers other important information such as claim scenarios, definitions, and key policy details.

Navigating the Legal Implications of AI in Practice

In this webinar, BMS highlights the ways AI and generative AI are impacting the delivery of health care in Canada as well as some guidance and tips on how to ensure you are in compliance with the applicable legislation and guidelines from your regulator with respect to the use of AI and generative AI in your practice.