CNIH & College of the Rockies Establish Referral Program

Thursday January 12th, 2012

College of the Rockies As of January 2011, CNIH established a referral program with College of the Rockies (COTR) in Cranbrook, B.C. intended to facilitate the transfer of prospective students, and dental assistant graduates from the College of the Rockies that are interested in pursuing the Dental Hygiene Program at the CNIH. This partnership between the colleges provides the dental assistant graduates from COTR with a clear option to pursue an accredited dental hygiene program outside British Columbia. Read More >>

CNIH Fall 2011 Mentorship Program

Thursday November 24th, 2011

On Tuesday, November 15th, the Canadian National Institute of Health Inc. hosted its Fall 2011 Mentorship Program Orientation Session. The Meet and Greet had an outstanding turnout, which included the eight senior student Mentors and their respective forty Mentees. The Mentorship Program at CNIH mirrors the CDHO New Registrant Mentorship Programin terms of recognizing mentoring as a means for professional growth and fostering leadership within the profession. The Mentorship Program at CNIH is designed for senior student dental hygienists to provide advice, support, and guidance to the junior students. CNIH begins the process by pairing the ... Read More >>

Braving the Needle

Thursday November 24th, 2011

On November 4th, the Canadian National Institute of Health held its first on-site flu clinic. Nurses’ from GEM Health Care Services Inc. provided a successful immunization clinic in a friendly environment, making it easier for the participating 50+ student dental viagra and faculty to ‘brave’ the needle. The flu shot is a requirement for student dental hygienists at CNIH who provide care to vulnerable population of clients. CNIH decided that hosting this convenient clinic would be beneficial for all student and faculty. Read More >>

CNIH Faculty, Relationship Building with Students

Wednesday October 26th, 2011

On October 6, 2011, the CNIH faculty attended a workshop, in the series of CNIH Educator’s Workshops, entitled: Relationship Building Concepts for Instructors. The workshop was facilitated by Sara Weaver, SMW, MBA, the CNIH school counselor. The learning objectives were to increase instructor awareness of the power of relationships on the learning experience, open dialogue about the student-instructor relations with the goal of continuous improvement and to empower all members of the CNIH team. The faculty participated in discussions and brainstorming activities related to facilitating the learning of adult learners. It was noted that the quality ... Read More >>

CNIH and Everest College Establish a Partnership

Thursday October 6th, 2011

CNIH has established a partnership with Everest College Campuses throughout Ontario designed to support each institution by establishing: 1) a referral scholarship program, 2) exchange of materials and services and 3) an inter-professional collaboration between the colleges. CNIH will fund a scholarship program of $1000.00 for every Everest College Dental Assisting graduate that joins the CNIH Dental Hygiene Program. To qualify, the selected student requires a minimum academic achievement of 80% in their program. Read More >>

CNIH Summer BBQ – A Real “Splash”

Wednesday September 21st, 2011

The CNIH held it’s annual summer BBQ on August 18th and treated the student body to great food, drinks and to have an opportunity to show a few in the college that they are “all wet”. CNIH brought in a carnival style ball pitch – dunk tank and many students lined up to take a shot at hitting the target. The President, Program Director and Director of Admissions volunteered to take a seat and it wasn’t long before you heard the “Splash” as each one ended up getting wet. Great fun and wonderful school ... Read More >>

CNIH Dental Hygienists Grads Make The Grade

Wednesday June 22nd, 2011

Graduates from Dental Hygiene programs throughout the country are required to write and pass the National Dental Hygiene Certification Examination (NDHCE) in order to become registered as a Dental Hygienist. Of the 33 new graduates who wrote the examination for the first time in May 2011, 32 passedrepresenting a 97% success rate. Nanette Feil-Megill, BS, DDS, RRDH, Program Director, CNIH stated, “Thank you to the faculty and staff for keeping the standards high and ensuring the students receive the knowledge, skills and judgment to become professionals.” Read More >>

CNIH 2011 Spring Graduation

Thursday March 31st, 2011

The CNIH was proud to celebrate its eighth convocation on March 28th, 2011 at Ben Franklin Place Council Chambers. Thirty-six Graduates were presented their Diploma in Dental Hygiene in the room filled with proud parents, friends and invited guests. CNIH Program Coordinator, Nanette Feil-Megill acted as the Master of Ceremonies and welcomed the new graduates as colleagues in the profession. James Keslassy, CNIH President, stated the significant milestones achieved throughout the past 18 months at CNIH, and welcomed our VIP dignitaries. Keynote speaker, Michael Read, Ph.D, on behalf of The Honourable Noël A. Kinsella, Speaker ... Read More >>

CNIH and Everest College Establish Partnership

Tuesday March 29th, 2011

In March, CNIH established a unique partnership with 14 Everest College Campuses throughout Ontario. This partnership is designed to support each institution by establishing: 1) a referral scholarship program, 2) exchange of materials and services and 3) an inter-professional collaboration between the colleges. CNIH will fund a scholarship program of $1000.00 for every Everest College Dental Assisting graduate that joins the CNIH Dental Hygiene Program. To qualify, the selected student requires a minimum academic achievement of 80% in their program. CNIH and Everest College will display their program materials on dental hygiene and message therapy respectively at each campus. Students from ... Read More >>

CNIH Lobby’s City of Ottawa for Student Bus Pass Privileges

Wednesday March 2nd, 2011

OC Transpo On February 24th, Jeff Cuffe the Director of Program Development at the CNIH delivered a 5 minute presentation to the Interim Transit Commission at City Hall on behalf of the 100 full-time students and 40 faculty and administration. The purpose of the presentation was to enable CNIH student population to have a discount rate on OC Tranpo. The City of Ottawa position was simply that status quo for the last 13 years using OSAP definition of a full-time student is good for them because they don’t have to put out any additional effort towards determining whether ... Read More >>

Cutting Edge Invisalign Presentation at CNIH

Tuesday February 22nd, 2011

Invisalign On February 18, 2011 Dr. Ben Fong delivered a presentation on Invisalign to the term 3 CNIH student dental hygienists and faculty. The 2 hour presentation was enriched with case studies of Invisalign clients, this included clin-chek video demonstrations, treatment planning, the role of the registered dental hygienists in orthodontic treatment and the uses of invisalign to compliment cosmetic dentistry cases. The students received a CD on Invisalign and a package of information which included a practice management pamphlet: strategies to incorporate invisalign into the office, treatment strategies and invisalign technology. Dr. Ben Fong is a general dentist ... Read More >>

CNIH Launches Video Camera Initiative

Wednesday February 2nd, 2011

Lights Camera Action CNIH students get to capture a day in the life of a dental hygienist as they record anything they think is interesting, funny, educational and informative whether it is in class, the hallway, the cafeteria, the class room or dental clinic. The purpose is to use selected images in the development of a video clip that can be posted on You Tube and or be used in a promotional piece regarding CNIH school spirit. Look out for the new video coming to you in the Spring of 2011! Read More >>

Random Acts of Kindness Break Out at CNIH

Monday January 10th, 2011

To celebrate the holiday season CNIH students participated in a Random Acts of Kindness event. One student was selected each week during the holiday to be the winner of the competition. Students were nominated by their peers for acts of kindness they had demonstrated around the school and towards their classmates. Our first Random Acts of Kindness winner was Baiping Niu. Baiping received many nominations from his peers. It is clear that his kindness toward his peers is noticed and appreciated. Congratulations! And thank you Baiping for making CNIH a great place to study. Leo ... Read More >>

Oral Health Matters at the Perley and Rideau Veteran’s Health Centre

Thursday January 6th, 2011

On Thursday, January 6th, 2011 the allied health support staff, family, and friends learned about the latest in oral health for the senior population. Dental hygiene students from the CNIH as well as the dental industry presented educational displays. Donna Harteveld, the Field Placement Instructor with CNIH, organized the event that attracted over 150 participants. The feedback from the professional staff which included the resident dental hygienist and the Manager of Nursing Practice commented on how informative and well received the program was for everyone who attended. Assessments received from the participants were very positive and comments ... Read More >>

CNIH Raffle/Food Drive Benefit Ottawa Mission

Friday December 17th, 2010

The CNIH held its Annual Christmas 50/50 raffle on December 16th that raised a total of $78 of which half the profits along with all nonperishable food items collected throughout the month were then donated to the Ottawa Mission. The Ottawa Mission organization helps homeless men in Ottawa by providing a roof overhead and warm meal for those in need. It also offers an addictions treatment program, learning centre, dental clinic, hospice, primary care clinic, and various training programs. Congratulations to Ashley Albrecht on winning the Christmas 2010 50/50 draw and thanks to all those who contributed items and ... Read More >>

CNIH Staff Celebrate Year End

Wednesday December 8th, 2010

The CNIH President hosted a Holiday Party at the Casino Lac Leamy for the staff of CNIH to celebrate another fantastic year. Everyone who participated enjoyed the fabulous buffet at the Bacara Restaurant and there were toasts to family, and best wishes for continued growth of the Institute as well all look forward to another exciting year in 2011. Read More >>

Gingerbread House Competition Is a Hit!

Wednesday December 8th, 2010

Gingerbread Competition Before the Winter Holiday break, CNIH students participated in numerous festivities to get us in the holiday mood. My favorite was the Gingerbread house decorating contest. The school provided each term with a gingerbread house and candy to help decorate. Each term spent an hour decorating. We all had a lot of fun expressing our creative sides, and getting our minds off of school work for a bit. Congratulations to everyone in Term 3 for winning the contest! Submitted by Nikki Griffith (Term 2 Student) Read More >>

New Chair for CNIH Advisory Board

Thursday December 2nd, 2010

On July 28th, 2010 the CNIH held a dental hygiene advisory board meeting and invited executives from the Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (Laura Myers & Ann Wright), Dentist (Dr. Ben Fong), Dental Hygienist (Rosemary Vaillant) as well as CNIH Alumni (Ashley Harris, Krista Crawley, Sophie Lanctot) to provide feedback on topics to enhance and improve the CNIH dental hygiene program. The CNIH is pleased to announce that the voting members nominated and elected Sophie Lanctot as the next CNIH Advisory Board Committee Chair. Read More >>

CNIH Holds Oral Health Fair

Friday November 26th, 2010

Dental Hygiene students for the CNIH hosted an Oral Health Fair to assist in the education of the professional staff, administration and the senior residents at the Stillwater Creek Retirement Residence held November 26th, 2010. Ten table top displays were set up to present on a host of topics including oral cancer, fluoride treatment, halitosis, aspiration pneumonia, denture care, dysphagia, oral hygiene for arthritic hands, smoking cessation and oral hygiene for the senior client. More than 75 people were on hand to learn from the students that provided the valuable service of knowledge and caring attention to ... Read More >>

Crazy Hat Day at CNIH

Wednesday October 27th, 2010

On October 26th the student body participated in the Crazy Hat Day competition. Prizes were awarded to the top three crazy hats worn during the day and everyone got into the spirit and voted for the winners. Creative juices were flowing and there were truly some “Crazy” hats. Read More >>

CNIH 2010 Fall Graduation

Thursday October 14th, 2010

The Canadian National Institute of Health was proud to celebrate its seventh convocation on September 21st, 2010 at Ben Franklin Place Council Chambers. Thirty-two Graduates were presented their Diploma in Dental Hygiene in the room filled with proud parents, friends and invited guests. CNIH Program Coordinator, Nanette Feil-Megill acted as the Master of Ceremonies and welcomed the new graduates as colleagues in the profession. James Keslassy, CNIH President, stated how important their position would be in society and how proud he was for their success. Keynote speaker, Ann Wright, (Acting) Director of Education for the Canadian ... Read More >>

National Dental Hygiene Certification Examination 2010 Results

Wednesday August 11th, 2010

The Canadian National Institute of Health Inc. is pleased and very proud to announce the results of the May 25, 2010 National Dental Hygiene Certification Examination (NDHCE). We congratulate those students who wrote the NDHCE certification exam for the first time and accomplished a success rate of *97%!!!! * A well deserved congratulations are in order to the faculty and staff of CNIH who contributed to their educational experience and excellent results. Read More >>

CDHA Congratulates Newfoundland and Labrador Dental Hygienists

Monday July 5th, 2010

For the last 10 years, CDHA has been working collaboratively with the Newfoundland and Labrador Dental Hygienists Association (NLDHA) and the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador to achieve self-regulation. That day has finally arrived! Thank you to the members of the NLDHA whose determination and hard work has made this possible. As a result of this new act the College of Dental Hygienists of Newfoundland and Labrador will be created to regulate dental hygienists. This act uses a different model than other provinces, since it creates a council of interdisciplinary professions. This model suits NL, since ... Read More >>

The Mentorship Program at CNIH

Wednesday May 12th, 2010

On Tuesday, May 11, the Mentorship Program at the Canadian National Institute of Health Inc. had the Spring 2010 Term Orientation Session for the Senior Student Mentors and their respective Mentees. The Mentorship Program at CNIH mirrors the CDHO New Registrant Mentorship Program in terms of recognizing mentoring as a means for professional growth and fostering leadership within the profession. The Mentorship Program at CNIH is designed for senior student dental hygienists to provide advice, support and guidance to the junior students. The Mentor and the Mentee design their own relationship in terms of how much time ... Read More >>

Green Hygiene

Thursday May 6th, 2010

From removing plaque deposits to taking and developing X-rays, Dental Hygienists play a crucial role in promoting good health through oral care. But when it comes to the health of the planet, up-and-coming Dental Hygienists need to be thinking green – not just sparkling white – says Lucy Sohn, a recent graduate of the Canadian National Institute of Health. “Think about how many students there are in the school and how many clinics there are each week,” she says. “The total number of unnecessary plastic barrier and plastic suction tube is a huge amount of waste.” Students ... Read More >>

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