New Study Examines Poor Oral Health Among Ontario’s Indigenous Population

A recent study published in the Journal of Immigrant and Minority Health reveals that 28% of Indigenous Peoples in Ontario only go to the dentist when it is an emergency. Vrati Mehra, a York University graduate student, conducted the study in collaboration with Faculty of Health Professor Hala Tamim. Data was examined from the Canadian Community Health … Read more

Yukon Budget Predicts $48.2 Million Surplus for Dental Program and More

The Yukon government is expecting a $48.2-million surplus in 2023, promising a budget for health care, inflation relief and more. The territory’s new dental program is estimated to have $3.6 million spent on it to give uninsured residents up to $1,300 a year in benefits. “This year’s budget will make life more affordable for Yukoners. … Read more