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Ottawa announces $35 million for 30 oral health training programs across Canada
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MONTREAL — The federal government has announced more than $35 million over three years to train dental students across the country.
Health Minister Marjorie Michel made the announcement today in Montreal with Carlos Leitão, Liberal MP and former Quebec finance minister.
A news release says the funding will go toward 30 oral health programs mainly at universities and colleges for future dentists and dental hygienists.
Michel says the money will fill competency gaps to ensure more Canadians can access dental care.
As well, the minister says close to six million people have been approved for care under the federal government’s dental care plan.
Ottawa launched the plan for children and seniors in May 2024 and expanded it last May to cover people of all ages with household incomes under $90,000 and no private insurance.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published Nov. 24, 2025.
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