Statements
MARCH 22, 2025 – The Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) can potentially improve millions of Canadians’ oral health. In order to fulfill the CDCP’s promise, the federal government needs to act urgently to: The Ontario Dental Association advocates for improved access to oral health care. Dentists have previously recommended that the rollout be phased in […]
Statements
MARCH 22, 2025 – The Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) can potentially improve millions of Canadians’ oral health. In order to fulfill the CDCP’s promise, the federal government needs to act urgently to: The Ontario Dental Association advocates for improved access to oral health care. Dentists have previously recommended that the rollout be phased in […]
News Article
ODA President Dr. Maneesh Jain appeared on The Morning Rush with Bill Carrol to discuss which Halloween candies will appear on the friends list and which ones will be on the foes list. Listen on iHeartRadio’s website.
Media Release
The CDCP isn’t free from cost and red tape February 8, 2024 – Dentists know that the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) is a major opportunity to provide oral health care to millions of people who have been unable to access the care they need. However, seniors and other eligible Canadian residents signing up for […]
Media Release
After today’s announcement that eligible seniors will be invited to apply for enrollment in the Canadian Dental Care Plan starting this month, and care could begin as early as May 2024, many questions remain. It is unclear how this new program will affect patients and dentists across the country.
Media Release
This week, dental associations across Canada are sharing their collective expertise with all Canadians. A Proposed Framework for the Canadian Dental Care Plan is now available for anyone to read.
Media Release
A lack of consultation on the Canadian Dental Care Plan with provincial and territorial dental associations is worrying to dentists across the country.
Blog Posts
Are you celebrating National Junk Food Day? Read what to look out for when indulging in sweet and salty treats and how to maintain good oral health.
Blog Posts
Six helpful tips that every mother-to-be should know about the importance of their oral health during pregnancy.
Blog Posts
April is both Oral Health Month and Oral Cancer Awareness Month. This is a good time to remember that oral health means more than just clean teeth and fresh breath.
Media Release
We’re also committed to continued collaboration with government to make this a great program TORONTO, ON — The Ontario Dental Association (ODA) welcomes the $13 billion in funding for the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) that was announced in the federal government’s Budget 2023. If implemented properly, this program will help bring accessible dental care […]
