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So, what are your plans this summer? Are you taking some time off to hit the beach, maybe do a little cycling or sit by the campfire while roasting roasting: see cooking.
roasting

In metallurgy, usually the first step in smelting ore to extract metal. The ore is heated in the presence of an abundant flow of air to drive off moisture and, if the metal-bearing mineral is a sulfide, convert it to
 marshmallows at the cottage? How about a cross-country cross-coun·try  Abbr. XC or X-C
adj.
1. Moving or directed across open country rather than following tracks, roads, or runs: a cross-country race.

2.
 tour with the family to visit relatives? Well, here at the offices of the Canadian Canadian (kənā`dēən), river, 906 mi (1,458 km) long, rising in NE New Mexico. and flowing E across N Texas and central Oklahoma into the Arkansas River in E Oklahoma.  Dental Hygienists dental hygienist
n.
A person trained and licensed to provide preventive dental services, such as cleaning the teeth, usually in conjunction with a dentist.
 Association (CDHA CDHA Capital District Health Authority
CDHA Canadian Dental Hygienists Association
CDHA California Dental Hygienists' Association
CDHA Center for Demography of Health and Aging
CDHA Connecticut Dental Hygienists' Association
), we have different plans. Much different plans. And they all revolve around Verb 1. revolve around - center upon; "Her entire attention centered on her children"; "Our day revolved around our work"
center, center on, concentrate on, focus on, revolve about
 you.

Without a doubt, the early summer months are among the most exciting times of the year around here. That's when we put down some of our other work and head full steam into preparing our fall membership drive. So yes, summer is a great time to be at the office!

We take great pride in our member benefits and greater pleasure in serving our members. And this year is among the most exciting ever! What follows is just a peek at the membership benefits you will be hearing about this fall. Read on and be amazed a·maze  
v. a·mazed, a·maz·ing, a·maz·es

v.tr.
1. To affect with great wonder; astonish. See Synonyms at surprise.

2. Obsolete To bewilder; perplex.

v.intr.
 ...

The insurance coverage you need--Every dental hygienist needs liability insurance to practice. With up to $3 million in coverage, you will not find a better plan anywhere. And you will not find a better price as it is included in your Active Membership. That's right. No extra charge!

Networking opportunities--Whether you're you're  

Contraction of you are.


you're you are
you're be
 getting together with colleagues at special events that are tailored to the needs of our members or being honoured with an award, grant or prize, you'll be treated like one of the family.

Stay on top of your profession--Attend workshops and get access to exceptional Continuing Education continuing education: see adult education.
continuing education
 or adult education

Any form of learning provided for adults. In the U.S. the University of Wisconsin was the first academic institution to offer such programs (1904).
 courses, receive members-only publications such as the Canadian Journal of Dental Hygiene dental hygiene
n.
The practice of keeping the mouth, teeth, and gums clean and healthy to prevent disease. Also called oral hygiene.
 (a $135 value that, again, is included in your Active Membership) and take advantage of the CDHA Resource Centre. It's all there for you to enjoy as a member of the CDHA.

A new online course will be available to CDHA members between 1 December 2008 and 15 September 2009, at no cost. Stay tuned for details.

It's not too late to register for Treatment vs. Prevention: New Insights on Common Oral Conditions available to current members. Visit our Continuing Education web page at http://www.cdha.ca/members/content/continuing_education/treatment_vs_prevention.asp

As a member you also have access to the Career Centre which includes resources such as the Dental Hygiene Labour Survey, career tools, our Employment Opportunities database and information on self employment.

Influence the direction of your profession--Your support enables the CDHA to advocate on your behalf. We are the only national association of dental hygienists. With us, you have a voice on issues such as self regulation, client care, employment conditions and scope of practice. We are protecting your interests!

Enjoy our member-discount programs--Discover the special discounts available through our participating partners. Did you know you can get a MasterCard that supports the dental hygiene profession every time you use it? And that's just the start. How about preferred rates on everything from cellular telephones, hotels and dental-hygiene instruments to car rentals, uniforms and fitness programs? Experience wholesale buying club discounts without the membership fee through MyAXS. In fact, as a CDHA member you can enjoy a Good Life membership at half the regular cost!

Is there more? You bet! How about saving money on your mortgage through the CDHA Group Mortgage Discount program? Looking to invest? Earn excellent returns through the CDHA Group RRSP See Registered Retirement Savings Plan.

RRSP

See registered retirement savings plan (RRSP).
 Program. Or how about discounted train tickets from Via Rail? It's all designed to help CDHA members save a bundle!

CDHA Boutique--The CDHA Boutique Boutique

A small investment firm specializing in offering specific, but limited services to a select number of individuals.

Notes:
These investment firms are the alternatives to large financial supermarkets. They provide a highly personalized environment for investing.
 is an online shopping experience developed specifically for CDHA members. Participating retailers offer CDHA members quality, career-related and personal lifestyle products at discounted rates. In addition, some vendors are offering unique products designed exclusively for CDHA members. (Visit the Boutique often so you don't miss out on special offers and new products. CDHA is constantly adding new retailers and products.)

Product Directory--Looking for information about a new dental hygiene product? Do you want to compare products or find out more information about a particular product? This is the place to do it! The Product Directory contains accurate and up-to-date information that will help you do a better job and assist you in making decisions when ordering supplies. As any one of our thousands of members across the country will tell you there are lots of benefits to being an Active Member of Canada's only national dental hygienists association.

Keep an eye on your mailbox A simulated mailbox in the computer that holds e-mail messages. Mailboxes are stored on disk as a file of messages, a database of messages or as an individual file for each message. The standard mailboxes are usually In, Out, Trash and Junk (Spam).  this coming fall. And don't forget to send in your renewal form when it arrives or renew online--you don't want to miss a thing!
We've got you covered

The best value in liability insurance anywhere with coverage limits
in 2009.

Legal expenses             $50,000
Criminal-defence expenses  $100,000
Loss-of-earnings           $500 per day

As always, this coverage is included as part of your Active
Membership. PLUS ... You still have an option to increase your
per-claim liability coverage with just a small increase in cost.
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Date:Jul 1, 2008
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