We’ve received great feedback and lots of interest from RDHs on The Path: Your Journey Through Indigenous Canada / Le parcours : Votre voyage au sein du Canada autochtone—so we’ve extended the deadline to complete it! The Path is now available free of charge to all RDHs until March 31, 2026. Access it easily via the Self-Service Portal under the “Quality Assurance” menu. Further instructions, including the access code, are available once you log in. Why complete the…

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As part of the database upgrade, CDHO will no longer offer wallet certificates for registrants. CDHO has encountered instances of illegal practice using forged wallet certificates. The best way for registrants, employers, and the public to verify that an individual is registered with CDHO is to check Find a Registered Dental Hygienist. This offers the most up-to-date information and users can subscribe to email notifications for any changes to a registrant’s status.

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As of January 1, 2025, Candida Auris (C. auris) is a reportable disease of public health significance under the Health Protection and Promotion Act, 1990 (HPPA). This means that if an RDH suspects or determines that a person has or may have a C. auris infection, they must report this to their local public health unit. Below you will find the Ministry of Health’s C. auris appendix and a link to the full list of…

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We’re excited to introduce our latest e-learning module on Trauma- and Violence-Informed Care (TVIC) (also available in French). This initiative is part of our continued effort to modernize the Quality Assurance Program and support the continuing competence and professional development of RDHs. This module explores the effects of trauma, offers guidance on providing TVIC, and highlights why TVIC is essential for building trust and creating a safe environment for clients and staff. At the end…

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CDHO’s Public Register, also known as Find a Registered Dental Hygienist, helps clients and employers verify if a Dental Hygienist is registered. From here, they can access key information to make informed decisions about who they’re seeking Dental Hygiene services from or, in the case of employers, when hiring. The Register allows individuals to search for a Dental Hygienist by name, registration number, city, postal code and language of service. The Public Register includes information…

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The beginning of the year is the perfect time to review and update clinic policies and procedures. This helps maintain a safe practice environment. Some areas recommended for annual review are: Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) guidelines specific to your practice Occupational Health and Safety policies, including the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Being prepared for medical emergencies is also necessary. RDHs should make sure their CPR and basic first aid training is up…

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As we start 2025, our focus is on delivering a rewarding experience for all RDHs as they engage in QA program activities, whether it's volunteers for the 2025 QA assessment, RDHs who come out to more optional Peer Circles, or those who continue to help us develop and refine our tools and processes. We’ve highlighted some of these exciting initiatives below. 2025 QA Submissions for Volunteers RDHs who volunteered for assessment and selected Path 1…

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Hello everyone! I hope 2025 has started off well for you! I’m pleased to announce that we’ve extended the deadline to complete the NVision course, The Path: Your Journey Through Indigenous Canada. As part of our commitment to advancing Reconciliation efforts, CDHO provides all RDHs with free access to this course. The Path provides a valuable opportunity to learn more about the history and contemporary realities of Canada’s First Nations, Inuit, and Métis people. We’ve…

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