Established in 1963, the ODHA is a non-profit organization that represents the
interests and needs of member dental hygienists in Ontario.
One of the largest of the regulated health professions, dental hygiene has been
recognized and practised as a profession for over 50 years.
To advance dental hygiene practice and primary health care promotion in the interest of the profession and the public.
To be embraced by all health care professions, stakeholders and the public as a key partner in the delivery
of primary health care and wellness promotion as well as the essential source for expert input to all dental hygiene
and related health issues.
The ODHA values and embodies an ongoing commitment to:
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Visionary Leadership, in health care and health promotion;
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Accountability and Transparency, in all we do;
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Life-Long Learning and Research, for all our members;
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Understanding and Inclusiveness, throughout the organization;
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Effective Communication, in all we say and do; and
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Sincerity, Caring and Ethical Behaviour.
Priority 1 – Continue to be the key organization representing, advocating and giving voice to
dental hygienists and related health issues in Ontario.
Priority 2 – Capitalize on dental hygiene’s knowledge, skills and abilities by expanding the
profession’s scope of practice, and educational, research and interprofessional opportunities.
Priority 3 – Enhance public awareness of dental hygiene and its connection to overall health while
championing the goals of access, choice and affordability.
The ODHA is governed by a Board of Directors of
eleven volunteers -- 7 regional directors and 4 directors-at-large. The Board
meets twice a year in May and November.
The organizational system, or infrastructure, led by ambassadors in 21
districts, allows members to provide input that helps to establish policy and
direction for their professional Association. This way, the Board takes it's
direction from the grassroots - the membership.
The ODHA provides a full range of benefits and services that meet members'
needs for personal and professional growth. These include professional
development, advocacy, promotion of the profession, insurance plans,
communication vehicles, and information on employment issues.
Located in Burlington, Ontario, the ODHA administrative staff includes a
full-time executive director and four staff members.
The President of the ODHA serves a one-year term; elections are held at the
annual general meeting in May.
Contact us at info@odha.on.ca.
During the year, the ODHA launches an aggressive multi-media campaign to
promote the profession of dental hygiene and the roles and responsibilities of
dental hygienists. The campaign includes print, radio and TV advertising.
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