University of Manitoba, Continuing Professional Development (CPD) has redeveloped the Cone Beam Radiology Technique Certification course for RDH training to include more pre-study with the full day in-person course.  Review the course objectives and consider including CBCT training and study as part of your continuing education development and focus for the upcoming year. This course will […] Read More

For registrants who are on the CDHM Oral Anesthetic Roster, and have been waiting to refresh and update their Local Anesthetic skills, we have good news! The LA Refresher course will be offered at the University of Manitoba on April 15th, 2023. This first course will have limited attendance so if you are interested please […] Read More

In our continued efforts to create a Continuing Competency program (CCP) that demonstrates competency and satisfies the competency program requirement in the Dental Hygienists Act, the CDHM is re-visiting the Professional Activity Record (PAR) component of the CC Program. We have created a short survey to gather feedback from you, the registrants, which will inform […] Read More

Looking for a new challenge within your profession? Check out these two opportunities with the Federation of Dental Hygiene Regulators of Canada (FDHRC)! 1. The FDHRC seeks a consultant to conduct a scoping review and an environmental scan. The scoping review should answer the following question: What evidence exists to support the effectiveness of Orofacial Myofunctional […] Read More

  In response to the COVID-19 pandemic outbreak, the CDHM created a COVID-19 Interim IPC Guidance document designed to assist registrants in providing safe quality oral care for patients while minimizing risk to themselves and their colleagues. Over the past two years, the document has undergone 6 revisions based on emerging evidence at the time. […] Read More

It is a busy time of year; below are a few reminders from the office of the CDHM: The Registration Renewal deadline is closing in. December 31st is the last day to complete your registration for 2023, leaving 15 days to complete your registration renewal to avoid a late fee of $200.00. If you hold […] Read More

The MDHA & CDHM are pleased to open registration for its first ever joint Education Event for Dental Hygienists.  The event is taking place as follows: 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Victoria Inn Hotel, Winnipeg Saturday, February 25th, 2023 Cost: $80.00 + tax The day will include a hot buffet breakfast and a mid-day snack. […] Read More

Dear CDHM Registrant, The Health Canada, Dental Care Task Force is pleased to inform you that An Act respecting cost of living relief measures related to dental care and rental housing received Royal Assent on November 17, 2022 and that the Dental Benefit Act is now in force. As a result, eligible families will be […] Read More

Event: Motivational Interviewing in Health Care Speaker: Gail Johnstone, Behavior specialist and member of Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers When: Saturday, November 19, 2022 | 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Presented by: The Dr. Elizabeth Tippett Pope Lectureship in Patient Care REGISTER HERE for this complimentary session. Online event only. Must create a CPD account. […] Read More

The University of Manitoba RFHS / Dr. Gerald Niznick College of Dentistry has Continuing Professional Development opportunities for 2022/2023. Options include Single Course Fees or Bundle and Save! Click the course list for more information!  

Thank-you to almost all CDHM Practicing registrants for submitting your CCP on time. The CCP Reviewers are hard at work and your submission results will be on the way soon! The CDHM Council needs you! If you are interested in providing guidance for the profession of dental hygiene in Manitoba, please talk with us to see […] Read More

Read the “Call for Nominations” here – CDHM Council Call for Nominations Download the “Candidate Nomination Form” here – CDHM Candidate Nomination Form It is Nomination time at the CDHM! We look forward to continuing the work of the College and are excited to provide the opportunity for registrants to sit on Council! We are […] Read More

NEW! An easy guide to the Regulation of Dental Hygiene in Manitoba View “Know the Act”

Over 180 dental hygienists attended the CDHM/MDHA networking event at the RBC Convention Centre on April 22nd.

Register Here MDHA/CDHM Mix & Mingle The MDHA and the CDHM are pleased to remind you that this years Mix & Mingle will be offered in person, in conjunction with the 2022 MDA Conference.  Details are as follows: Friday, April 22nd, 2022RBC Convention Centre, WinnipegRoom: York 1 8:00 a.m. – Registration & Full Hot Breakfast8:30 […] Read More

The Personal Health Information Act Amendments – Questions and Answers Guideline on Limited Authority to Make a Determination that a Request for Access Has Been Abandoned Guideline on Limited Authority to Disregard Certain Requests for Access Guideline on Privacy Breaches Please review, The Personal Health Information Amendment Act (The Act). The Act received Royal Assent on […] Read More

Read the Entry-to-Practice Canadian Competencies for Dental Hygienists here.

Top 3 Ethics & Jurisprudence Questions for Analysis: 1. In Manitoba dental hygiene is a “self-regulated” health profession. This means: First Statement: Dental hygiene achieved “professional” status. Second Statement: Dental hygienists are involved in governing their own profession. The Second Statement is correct. “Self-regulation” vs “Regulation” is an important distinction in The Dental Hygienists Act. […] Read More

The College strongly encourages registrants to review and reflect on all related professional obligations to avoid expressing views not supported by evidence. It is possible to encourage dialogue or suggest improvements to the current pandemic response without contributing to the distribution of scientifically unreliable or inaccurate information that is harmful to the public. Reports of […] Read More