Owner/Operator Resources

CDHM has developed and gathered resources for dental hygienists who are practice owners/operators or who are considering owning/operating their own practice. Please note that the College does not provide accounting, legal, or other advice/consulting related to the setup and operation of your business. Contact the appropriate professionals for guidance.

Practice Owner/Operator Guide and Declaration

Prior to becoming a dental hygiene practice owner/operator, assess your gaps in knowledge and skill set and then select appropriate professional development to ensure you are knowledgeable and competent in all areas related to owning/operating a dental hygiene practice.

First Nations Communities

In response to the Truth & Reconciliation Commission (TRC) Calls to Action #19 and the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) # 23 the College of Dental Hygienists of Manitoba is working with the Dakota Ojibway Tribal Council (DOTC) and the Southeast Resource Development Council (SERDC) to bring dental hygiene services to these First Nation Communities:

*Contact the CDHM office for more information about providing care in these Communities

Other Owner/Operator Resources

The resources on this page are not inclusive of all business requirements that dental hygiene practice owners/operators will encounter. There are many things to consider and review before opening/operating a dental hygiene practice in Manitoba. These resources will be updated regularly. Please ensure you are always referring to the most up-to-date version of resources.