Download Part 1 – “Information for Decision-Making” here: Good Afternoon  As anticipated, transitioning back to dental hygiene practice has been a journey. Understandably, there has been some anxiety and confusion, but most importantly there has been learning and a professional attitude to do what is right to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Some of you […] Read More

To CDHM Registrants, In response to Manitoba Health’s Phase Two of Restoring Safe Services, the attached Guideline (), effective June 1st, provides the current level of evidence on how to reduce risk for transmission of the novel coronavirus in dental hygiene practice. If you have questions regarding this Guideline and/or your return to work, contact […] Read More

See the CDHM COVID-19 Interim Infection Prevention Control document here Good Afternoon, These Guidelines have been prepared for your review but please be reminded CDHM strongly recommends dental hygiene services, which are considered non-urgent, remain suspended until further notice. Dental hygienists can be preparing for an eventual return to work by reviewing the attached Interim […] Read More

CDHM Guiding Document May 1st, 2020 On April 29th, the Premier announced their phased in approach to re-establishing services in this province. Manitoba provincial public health authorities have recognized that the province is emerging out of the COVID- 19 Pandemic Phase and into a Transition phase. They outline multiple phases to re-establishing services. Effective May […] Read More

Return to Work Update- April 29th, 2020 The premier announced today, “Effective May 4, and at the further direction of their respective regulatory bodies, regulated health professionals, such as dentists, dental hygienists, chiropractors, physiotherapists, optometrists and podiatrists will no longer be limited to providing urgent and emergent care.” In anticipation of the ‘return to work’ for […] Read More

Good Afternoon When I reflect back over the past 6 weeks, it is difficult to come to terms with the life-changing impact COVID-19 has had on the lives of so many. CDHM is monitoring the situation closely; we continue to receive advice and direction from Shared Health and the Ministry of Health. The Public Health […] Read More

Good Afternoon Most importantly, I hope that you and your families are staying safe and our new normal is becoming manageable. The following bulletins were issued today from Manitoba Shared Health (); the communication for Regulator Bodies () reminds us that the Public Health Act ‘Order’, communicated by Dr. Roussin, stipulates that no dental procedures […] Read More

Dear Registrants, Knowing you have a plethora of COVID information available to you, my intent is not to fill up your inbox with information that is redundant, but with profession-specific information that will inform your practice as a dental hygienist.  As dental hygienists, we are well educated in appropriate IPC and PPE. The current COVID […] Read More

Hello Registrants As we continue to work remotely, please be reminded there is no in-person access to the CDHM, MAMRT & College of Paramedics offices. Our phone lines are operational and we continue to respond to emails within 24 hours. Please be reminded it is important to make sure your contact information is up to […] Read More

Good Afternoon  Any registrant, who attended the Pacific Dental Conference in Vancouver, and is demonstrating ANY symptoms of COVID-19, is required to call Health Links at 204-788-8200 or 1-888-315-9257 and identify themselves as a healthcare provider who attended the Conference in British Columbia. There are a number of resources available to assist you and your […] Read More

It is important for CDHM to have current contact information for all regulated dental hygienists during the current health crisis. If your situation has changed in recent weeks please make sure we have your most current contact information, including email. To change your information, log into your Alinity account and make the changes so you […] Read More

Good Afternoon In the wake of the COVID pandemic, the following information is provided for your review. Directive from Shared Health Relating to Elective and Non-Essential Services for Health Care Providers See the Directive here CDHM Guiding Document See the previously circulated CDHM recommendation to suspend all elective and non-essential dental hygiene services here CCP […] Read More

As most of you are probably aware the Manitoba government has declared a state of emergency in this province as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Thank you to everyone for working towards social distancing and self-quarantining, both professionally and personally. It is apparent that dental hygienists remain ready and willing to respect the health […] Read More

March 19th Message for CDHM Registrants We are all now coming to terms with how COVID-19 is, and will be, affecting our lives. CDHM will continue to provide updates that impact the profession of dental hygiene. Daily updates, in the form of concise bulletins from the Ministry are available at the link below. We recommend […] Read More

To CDHM Registrants The CDHM staff will now be providing all essential services by working remotely to help Manitoba minimize the spread of COVID -19, all office functions remain operational. Emails and telephone calls will continue to be answered as normal, but we anticipate an increase in volume. We will return all messages within 24 […] Read More

See the COVID-19 announcement made March 17 here