Registry of Lobbyists
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Education, Employment and Training
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Advocate to address the staff shortage crisis by requesting the federal government extends an exemption to dental assisting training programs from the proposed eligibility limitations under the Canada Student Grant for Full-Time Students for the 2026 to 2027 school year.
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Legislative Proposal, Bill or Resolution, Grant, Contribution or Other Financial Benefit, Regulation, Policies or Program
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Health
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Advocate to ensure the Canadian Dental Care Plan is fair, transparent, and sustainable for dental providers to administer, and that the plan continues to provide comprehensive care for vulnerable populations.
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Legislative Proposal, Bill or Resolution, Regulation, Policies or Program
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Employment and Training, Immigration
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Advocate to ensure the federal government implements sustainable solutions that prevent cuts to dental programs and ensure stable funding for post-secondary institutions to preserve and expand dental education across BC. Include Dental Assisting as an eligible program under the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP), enabling international graduates to gain work experience, contribute to the healthcare system, and help address critical staffing shortages in dental care.
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Legislative Proposal, Bill or Resolution, Policies or Program, Regulation
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Health
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Advocate to ensure the proposed federally funded dental plan is providing comprehensive care for BC's most vulnerable people.
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Policies or Program
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The British Columbia Dental Association (BCDA) is the recognized voice of dentistry in BC, dedicated to serving the interests of its members and promoting oral health for all British Columbians. The mandate of the BCDA is to serve, represent and advocate for our members -- the dentists of BC. Located in Vancouver, BCDA is governed by an all-dentist Board, comprised of 15 elected and 2 appointed members, supported by Chief Executive Officer, Quinn Mathiesen Newcomb, and 20 full and part-time staff.
Quinn Mathiesen Newcomb, Chief Executive Officer
End date of the last completed financial year: 2025-05-31
| Government Institution | Funding Received in Last Financial Year | Funding Expected in Current Financial Year |
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| BC Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills | $16,790.00 | No |
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