Articles tagged "advocacy"
Federal Advocacy Remains a Priority
Correspondence from the Assembly of First Nations and the federal minister of the environment highlight some of CDA’s ongoing government relations activities. Read more
Setting Priorities for the Profession
Dr. MacGregor reports on the progress of CDA’s 3 priority projects—branding, jcda.ca and access to care for children and seniors—and identifies organizational and personal goals for the coming year. Read more
Political Leaders Hear Dentistry’s Message at 2011 Days on the Hill Meetings
Meetings with the prime minister, minister of health and 2 prominent members of Parliament (MPs) were highlights of CDA’s 2011 Days on the Hill, held on October 19 and 20. Read more
Oral Disease Added to United Nations Declaration on Noncommunicable Diseases
Following a coordinated advocacy campaign by FDI and its World Health Professions Alliance (WHPA) partners, oral diseases were officially included in a recent United Nations Declaration on Noncommunicable Diseases (NCDs). Read more
CDA Applauds New Tobacco Labelling Requirements
CDA was pleased with Health Canada’s announcement in September that it will set strict deadlines for tobacco manufacturers and retailers to place new health warnings and information on all cigarette and little cigars packaging. Read more
NIHB Endodontic Trial Project
In April, the Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) program launched a voluntary 2-year trial process to include posterior endodontic treatment as basic treatment under the NIHB plan. Read more
Gummy Bear Vitamins
I am writing today about the problems I’ve witnessed with gummy bear vitamins. I recently saw one particular brand of these so-called “vitamins” that was promoting the inclusion of omega-3 among its ingredients. Read more
Dimensions of Dental Need and the Adequacy of Our Response: Forum Proceedings
This paper summarizes proceedings of a workshop funded by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research to develop a research agenda that would contribute to a reduction in oral health disparities of British Columbians. Read more
Oral Health of Children and Seniors Leads the Agenda at CDA’s Parliamentary Meetings
Dr. Ronald Smith, president of CDA, and Dr. David Zaparinuk, a member of CDA’s Board of Directors, participated in meetings on Parliament Hill in November 2010 to increase awareness of CDA’s priority advocacy projects—the oral health of children and seniors. Read more
Oral Health for a Lifetime
The profession needs to make a concerted effort to ensure that those who are unable to see a dentist on a regular basis, such as seniors living in long-term care facilities and children in need, have greater access to quality oral health care. Read more
CDA Position Statements Related to Access to Care
In 2010, the CDA Board of Directors approved 2 position statements related to access to care, the first focusing on disadvantaged Canadians, the second aimed at residents of long-term care facilities. Read more
Pitching in for Society and Our Profession
The dental profession’s philanthropic efforts with AboutFace (www.aboutface.ca), an organization that advocates on behalf of people affected by facial difference, highlights the generous, caring nature of dentists. Further examples of volunteerism in dentistry can be shared on JCDA’s new online forum (www.jcda.ca/discussions). Read more
Our Global Connection
CDA’s ongoing involvement with the FDI World Dental Federation culminates each year with participation at the FDI Congress. This year’s event included discussions regarding a United Nations policy on the mining of mercury that could have an impact on the availability of dental amalgam worldwide. Read more
CDA Attends Assembly of First Nations General Assembly
Representatives from CDA participated in the Assembly of First Nations (AFN) 31st Annual General Assembly, held in Winnipeg on July 20-22. Read more
Preparing Today for Dentistry Tomorrow
Dr. Randall Croutze, chair of the national–provincial Branding Working Group, outlines market research that has been performed on behalf of the profession. These projects are examining the attitudes and beliefs of both patients and dentists toward the dental profession in Canada. Read more
Improvements to NIHB Discussed at Days on the Hill Meetings
On May 5 and 6, CDA held its Days on the Hill, an annual event that focuses on meetings with federal party leaders, cabinet ministers, members of Parliament (MPs) and other senior government officials. These sessions allow the Canadian dental profession to communicate directly with the federal government on key oral health issues. Read more
Dr. Ronald Smith: At the Helm of CDA
Dr. Ronald Smith of Duncan, British Columbia, is CDA’s new president. Dr. Smith brings years of experience to the role, having served in various capacities with the College of Dental Surgeons of British Columbia, the British Columbia Dental Association and CDA. Moving from process to progress will be the guiding principle during his tenure, as he believes all parties within Canadian organized dentistry are ready to work collegially on important oral health projects. An avid sailor, Dr. Smith will “captain the CDA ship” in the coming year. Read more
New Legislation Extends Special Benefits to Self-Employed Workers
The Canadian government recently approved the Fairness for the Self-Employed Act, legislation that extends Employment Insurance (EI) special benefits, including maternity, parental, sickness and compassionate care benefits, to self-employed workers. This new legislation would require self-employed Canadians to contribute to the EI program for at least one year before claiming any of these special benefits. Self-employed workers who choose to make a claim for these special benefits must continue paying premiums as long as they retain their self-employed status. They would also be responsible for making premium payments beginning in the tax year in which they apply to the EI program. However, self-employed Canadians will remain ineligible for any basic EI coverage. Read more
Managing Change Successfully
Providing its members with the tools required to meet the “challenge of change” is one of CDA’s goals. This review of CDA’s recent accomplishments and current projects highlights how the Association is positioning the dental profession to achieve success. Read more
