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Registrar’s message

As we approach the end of another remarkable year, I want to take a moment to reflect on the progress we've made together and express my sincere gratitude to RDHs, the public and our partners for their continued contributions to our work. This year marked a significant step forward for CDHO as Council approved a Strategic Plan for 2025 – 2027. We’ve been busy putting together various initiatives to help us achieve the strategic goals,…

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Council Election Results

CDHO extends congratulations to Kylie McElrea (District 1), Krystal Afzalzada (District 5), and Michelle Atkinson (District 6) on their election to Council. Kylie and Krystal will begin serving a three-year term in January. Michelle was re-elected and will start a new three-year term in January.

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New “As of Right” Rules

The Ontario Government recently introduced legislation that, if approved, will permit several regulated health professionals from other Canadian jurisdictions, including Dental Hygienists, to practise in Ontario for up to six months while their application for registration is being processed by their regulatory college. Applicants applying under “As of Right” rules must be registered in good standing in another Canadian jurisdiction, have no history of professional conduct concerns, hold appropriate liability insurance, and sign a declaration,…

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What’s happening in your Communities of Practice

A Community of Practice (CoP) is a network of people with a common purpose and place to share knowledge and experience. CoPs are dedicated spaces to ask questions, connect with peers, discuss issues in practice, and access resources related to different areas of practice. Over 5, 200 RDHs have joined across four CoPs – Contraindications in Dental Hygiene, Public Health, Restorative, and Orthodontic!Here’s a glimpse of what’s happening: Join the discussion now! Access the Communities…

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Something to talk about…Do you need to report?

While palpating the head and neck of a 9-year-old client, you notice them wince when you touch the base of their skull. Upon further examination, you see bruising along the back of the neck. Should the RDH make a report? One of the more common mandatory reports that RDHs may need to make is where they are treating a child and see bruising or lesions. While causes of bruising or lesions may be difficult to…

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Call for Peer Mentors

CDHO is seeking RDHs interested in serving as peer mentors for remediation purposes within the Quality Assurance (QA) Program. Mentoring within the QA Program supports RDHs with identified areas for improvement and who require further guidance and support. As a mentor, your role is to help the RDH apply the knowledge and principles learned through remediation resources. To be a Peer Mentor, you must: be registered in good standing with CDHO. have a minimum of…

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New e-learning module: Overview of Disabilities

Our latest e-learning module on the Overview of Disabilities (also offered in French) is now available! This initiative is part of our continued effort to modernize the Quality Assurance Program and support the continuing competence and professional development of RDHs. In this module, you’ll learn about: Common disabilities that you may encounter in practice Barriers clients with disabilities may face when accessing oral health care Considerations for providing inclusive care While not mandatory, completion of…

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Seasonal respiratory illnesses and vaccination

In Ontario, seasonal respiratory pathogens, such as Influenza, Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) and COVID-19, historically circulate in highest numbers between November and April. For the 2025-2026 fall and winter seasons, the risk from Influenza, RSV and other respiratory pathogens is expected to be like the previous two seasons and at pre-pandemic years. How to prepare RDHs are reminded to follow CDHO’s Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) Guidelines and any relevant updates from public health agencies…

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