News Article
ODA Political Contact Dentist Dr. Isha Moza hosted a CTV News crew at her practice and discussed how workforce challenges are affecting dentists’ ability to care for the influx of CDCP patients. Watch on the CTV website.
News Article
ODA President Dr. Janet Leith discussed the Canadian Dental Association’s report on the CDCP with CFRA on Wednesday, Oct. 7, highlighting areas where the plan still needs improvement. Listen on the CFRA website.
News Article
ODA President Dr. Janet Leith adds some perspective amid much buzz about Dyson’s new $700 toothbrush. Visit the Chatelaine website to read the full story.
Blog Posts
On June 1, Dr. Janet Leith becomes the 153rd ODA President, succeeding Dr. David Brown. Her leadership comes at a time when many dentists are looking for a stronger connection, support and clarity. In her interview with Ontario Dentist (June 2026 issue), Dr. Leith explains that one of her goals as President is to get […]
Statements
In follow-up to my message to you on April 6, Dr. Jonathan Mayer has asked me to share his apology with all members below. The Board of Directors recognizes that this situation has had a real impact on members, causing hurt, frustration, and concern. We also want to acknowledge and respect that there is a […]
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The ODA Board of Directors has completed its consideration of an independent task force report that reviewed Dr. Jonathan Mayer’s social media posts. Dr. Mayer has accepted the findings of the report and has committed to fulfilling all of its recommendations. The Board has therefore decided that Dr. Mayer should be given the opportunity to […]
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An independent task force struck by the ODA Board of Directors has completed its review of recent social media activity by Dr. Jonathan Mayer, Director and Vice-President. The task force was created to review that social media activity, along with related communications received by the ODA about the issue, and to prepare a report to […]
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An independent task force has begun its review of recent social media activity by Dr. Jonathan Mayer, Director and Vice-President. The task force will carry out its mandate in a fair and impartial manner. This includes reviewing complaints received by the ODA related to the posts at issue and providing Dr. Mayer with an opportunity […]
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The ODA Board of Directors is aware of member concerns regarding recent social media activity involving Dr. Jonathan Mayer, Director and Vice-President of the ODA. The Board takes these concerns seriously. The Board discussed this matter at its meeting today, February 6, 2026. Based on that discussion, the Board is initiating a review process. To […]
News Article
OTTAWA — The rollout of the national dental care program is improving, industry representatives say – but political statements are still driving a misconception among patients that the program will cost them nothing. Read the full article on CTVNews.ca featuring Dr. David Brown, ODA President.
