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Thousands of dental hygienists across Canada are delivering essential care through the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP), ensuring millions of Canadians receive the oral health services they need.

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With the results of the 45th federal election, the Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA) congratulates Mark Carney on his mandate and looks forward to working with this Liberal government on key priorities, including the oral health of Canadians.

April is Oral Health Month in Canada, a time to focus on the importance of maintaining good oral health for better overall health.

In response to today’s announcement by the new Minister of Health, Kamal Khera, the Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA) applauds the government for expanding access to oral health care for eligible Canadians aged 18-64.

At a time when Canadians are navigating an ongoing cost-of- living crisis amidst tariff threats from the Trump administration, the Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA) is calling on the federal government to continue investing in affordable, preventive oral health care.

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February is Heart Month in Canada and dental hygienists are taking this opportunity to remind you that your oral health care routine isn’t just about your teeth and gums—it’s a critical aspect of your heart health too.

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.

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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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.

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

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.

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).

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

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The Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA) welcomes the launch of the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) as a historic step for oral health care in Canada.

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The Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA) is pleased to announce the installation of its new president, Francine Trudeau, at its annual general meeting on Saturday, October 21.

The Hill Times published an article by CDHA president Anne Caissie discussing the readiness of dental hygienists to facilitate greater and more equitable access to oral health care for vulnerable populations and marginalized communities across the country.

The Hill Times published an article by CDHA president Anne Caissie discussing the importance of preventive oral health in the new federal dental care plan (expected to begin rolling out by 2023).

As a new fiscal year unfolds, the Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA) celebrates its long-standing partnerships with dental industry. These meaningful collaborations have been instrumental in moving the dental hygiene profession forward and in building awareness across Canada of the importance of oral health and its impact on our overall health.

New public polling data conducted on behalf of the Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA) by Abacus Data reveals that 88% of Canadians support the federal government’s new dental care funding, but there are also some areas of concern.

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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 4–10.

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The Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA) applauds the federal government’s historic dental care investment as part of Budget 2023.

February is Heart Month in Canada and a perfect opportunity to raise awareness of the risks of heart disease and stroke and the importance of making better lifestyle choices for optimal health.

The Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA) applauds the release of the updated Long-Term Care Services standard by the Health Standards Organization (HSO).