Great news! The Ontario Dental Hygienists’ Association has successfully partnered with the Ontario government to provide ALL Ontario dental hygienists in independent practice access to FREE N95 masks. This initiative is only available through ODHA and is open to...
COVID-19 (November 12) The Ontario government, in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health, is expanding eligibility for booster doses of the COVID-19 vaccine to additional groups of high-risk individuals starting November 6, 2021. This includes dental hygienists...
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...
Preparing to Return to Practice Resources The College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario released updated guidelines for returning to practice, May 27, 2020. The College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario (CDHO), the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario...
Employment information is subject to change as the government, federal and provincial, implement changes to address the economic effects of the pandemic here in Canada. The ODHA communicates with our employment legal counsel, Piccolo Heath LLP, to provide up-to-date...
ODHA – providing information and sharing helpful resources to assist members. ODHA is working with the oral health regulators and associations, providing a voice for Ontario dental hygienists. Ultimately, the College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario (CDHO) provides the...
The following links are provided to share helpful resources that may assist members in maintaining overall wellness during these challenging times. CAMH – Mental health and the COVID-19 pandemic CDC – Stress and coping Canadian Mental Health Association’s...
