Ontario Dental Hygienists' Association (ODHA)

Oral Health Month Thank You

ODHA recognizes dental hygienists as essential health-care providers. We're showing appreciation to members during April Oral Health Month.

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ODHA Publications

Read the latest Focus issue, plus research and news for Ontario dental hygienists.

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COVID-19 Update

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COVID-19 (April 7) The Ontario government announced a province-wide stay-at-home order which comes into effect at 12:01 a.m. April 8. The ODHA office will remain open with minimal staff onsite to assist member dental hygienists. ODHA staff will be available by phone 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday, and by email at [email protected] […]

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Spousal exception update: We did it!

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ODHA is pleased to announce the spousal exception regulation under the Dental Hygiene Act has passed – a true victory for the dental hygiene profession! ODHA advocated for this change continuously with the Ontario government and the association would like to thank Minister Christine Elliott, Minister Steve Clark, and MPP Jane McKenna for their assistance and […]

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ODHA 2020 Awards

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DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD ELIZABETH CRAIG AWARD OF DISTINCTION COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD STUDENT AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN DENTAL HYGIENE ADVOCACY This award recognizes outstanding advocacy efforts locally or provincially. Examples include lobbying MPPs, participating in oral health outreach, Gift from the Heart or Sharing Smiles. Candidates must be […]

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ODHA ODA Meeting Update and Joint Statement

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ODHA met with the Ontario Dental Association (ODA) on Friday, June 12, 2020. This virtual meeting included ODHA President, Maheen Cassim, RDH, ODHA President Elect, Carrie Vondrau, RRDH, and ODHA Executive Director, Margaret Carter. Workplace issues including infection prevention and control were discussed. ODHA and ODA collaborated and have issued a joint statement on oral […]

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GoodLife Fitness for Members

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A Healthier and Happier Life GoodLife wants to help you live your best life. Whether it is to gain strength, build confidence, decrease stress, improve sleep or feel great, they can help you achieve the results you want and more. GoodLife offers personal training, fitness classes, boot camp, team training, confidence and motivation. As well […]

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