Canadian Dental Care Plan

• Large jump in dentists joining federal dental program: Holland

  While some 2.3 million patients have been quick to enrol, getting dentists on board to provide the care has been more challenging.

  Health

  Aug 7
  
• Quebec dentists concerned over federal dental plan, province still aims to opt out

  Though only some have access to Canada's dental plan for now, dentists in Quebec are warning they're already having a hard time keeping up with an increase in demands.

  Politics

  Jul 24
  
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• Alberta to opt out of federal dental plan by 2026: Premier Smith

  Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has written a letter to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, saying the province intends to opt out of the federal dental care plan by 2026.

  Health

  Jun 26
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• Under Canadian Dental Care Plan, 2M seniors now approved for coverage

  Two million Canadian seniors have been approved to receive insurance coverage under the Canadian Dental Care Plan since the CDCP rolled out three weeks ago.

  Health

  May 22
• Alberta dental hygienists have ‘critical role’ in Canadian Dental Care Plan: association

  Dental hygienists say they will play a critical role in the plan, especially for people with dentists who haven't signed on.

  Health

  May 20
• Most Canadian youth visit dentists, but lack of insurance a barrier

  According to a report released Wednesday, there were 89.6 per cent of Canadian children and youth aged five to 17 in 2019 who visited a dental professional within 12 months.

  Health

  Apr 17
• Dentists hesitant to sign up for federal dental plan; seniors advised to look at all options

  The Alberta Dental Association said dentists need further clarity on the new Canadian Dental Care Plan before they sign up to treat patients.

  Canada

  Apr 14
• Head of Manitoba Dental Association raises concerns about federal dental care plan

  The president of the Manitoba Dental Association believes the Canadian Dental Care Plan is great in theory, but that its design is flawed.

  Health

  Apr 5
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• ‘More barriers’: Dentists raising questions on federal dental plan

  The Alberta Dental Association believes when the plan is operational, it could create more red tape and if not all dentists participate, it may be harder for patients to find care.

  Health

  Mar 29
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• Can you apply for Canada’s dental plan? Eligibility rules get update

  Canadians with dental insurance coverage are ineligible for the Canadian Dental Care Plan, but depending on your current plan there may be a way to be eligible.

  Health

  Mar 6