Strategic philosophy
Mission (also called an "End")
Jan 20, 2024: The public is confident that the College of Dental Hygienists of Nova Scotia regulates the dental hygiene profession in the public interest during the government-mandated amalgamation of the regulators of dental hygienists, dental technicians, and denturists into one regulatory body, and development of joint regulations in compliance with the NS Regulated Health Professions Act (RHPA), through cost-effective stewardship of resources.
Vision
The College of Dental Hygienists of Nova Scotia, operating in the best interest of the public, is a self-sustaining regulatory authority whose registrants are recognized by the public as essential health care providers. The College supports an environment of interprofessional collaboration, professional advancement and equitable access to health care for all Nova Scotians.
Values
- Accountability to the public
- Excellence in care
- Ethical decision-making
- Professional integrity
- Accountability to registrants
- Equitable access to health care
- Sound resource management
- Interprofessional and interagency collaboration
- Interprovincial and national collaboration
Statement of Commitment
The CDHNS is committed to creating a respectful, equitable, and inclusive workplace environment that fosters an experience of belonging, is representative of Nova Scotia’s diversity, and promotes culturally aware, safe, and equitable treatment of the public they serve. We recognize that equity-deserving groups, particularly those with significant cultural histories within Nova Scotia, have experienced health disparities, poorer health statuses, and valid distrust in the healthcare system. Our journey toward eliminating racism and oppression in our health system starts by acknowledging these truths. But it doesn’t end there. As a contributor to regulating a health profession, we are holding ourselves accountable by deepening our commitment to advancing equity, diversity, inclusion, reconciliation, and accessibility to help improve health outcomes and ensure all Nova Scotians get the high quality of care they deserve. We exist to protect the public by overseeing and licensing qualified dental hygienists, that are committed to growth and deepening their skills and knowledge to provide culturally responsive and respectful care. (Approved by CDHNS Council on Jan 18, 2025.)