November 3, 2026
The latest news, professional development opportunities, member resources and updates from BCDHA.
A Message to Our Members
A Huge Thank You for Supporting Your Profession!
As we begin the 2026–2027 membership year, we want to extend a huge thank you to everyone who has renewed their BCDHA membership. Your continued support is incredibly important to the future of the dental hygiene profession in British Columbia. Our autonomy, our voice, and our future depend on our willingness to stand together and advocate for our profession.
Your membership directly supports the BCDHA's work in advocacy, professional education and practice support. It allows us to continue addressing issues affecting the profession and ensuring our members can thrive.
If you have colleagues who haven't yet joined or renewed, please encourage them to become members. Regulatory and scope of practice changes in other parts of the world remind us that these advancements cannot be taken for granted. We cannot afford to become complacent.
Research Opportunity
Share Your Experience: National Health Care Worker Well-Being Survey
Queen’s University researchers are inviting dental hygienists and other health care professionals across Canada to participate in a study examining workplace stressors, well-being and opportunities for better support.
The anonymous, voluntary survey takes approximately 20–30 minutes to complete, and findings could help inform future workplace practices and policies.
Learn More & Participate →Upcoming Learning
6:30–8:30 p.m. PCT
Virtual Study Club: Workup of Burning Mouth Sensation with Dr. Nathan Lee
Burning mouth symptoms can have many possible causes, with or without visible oral lesions. Join Dr. Nathan Lee for an overview of common causes and a practical framework for establishing the correct diagnosis.
Participants will review causes of burning mouth sensation and develop an approach to assessing patients who present with these symptoms.
View Event Details →
6:30–8:00 p.m. PCT
The Stubborn Pocket: Evidence-Based Clinical Strategies for Non-Responsive Periodontal Sites
Some periodontal sites continue to bleed or remain inflamed despite thorough non-surgical therapy. This webinar with Julie Lafitte, RDH, explores how to assess persistent sites and determine appropriate next steps.
Learn about contributing factors, periodontal follow-up, instrumentation strategies and adjunctive therapies that can support evidence-informed clinical decisions. Moderated by Beth Parkes, RDH.
View Webinar Details →Professional Learning
Membership Has Its Perks
Temp on Your Terms with Relief Buddy
Looking for flexibility in your schedule? Relief Buddy connects dental professionals with temporary opportunities at dental practices, so you can choose the shifts that work for you. Joining and using the platform is free for dental professionals.
Employment Opportunities
Full-Time or Part-Time Dental Hygienist
Nelson, BC. F/T or P/T Dental Hygienist position available at Front Street Dental. Flexible days a week in a lovely state of the art facility. An incredible supportive team in place with great systems and mentorship. New grad welcome. Please send your resume to Dr. Matthew Osepchook at mosepchook@mac.com . Come work at our wonderful office and live in the most beautiful mountain town in Canada. There is nowhere like Nelson. Winter and summer activities, mountain and lake living and a laid back lifestyle that soothes the soul. Wages offered between 60-65$/hr and uniform allowance.
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