Dear Valued Members of the Calgary Dental Assistants Association,
As we move into another vibrant spring season, I’m looking forward to reconnecting with many of you at our upcoming Annual General Meeting.
📅 Monday, May 25th at 6:30 PM
📍 Holiday Inn & Suites Calgary South Conference Centre
8360 Blackfoot Trail SE, Calgary, AB
This year’s AGM will feature an engaging presentation by Cindy Oliver and Danielle Benoit, who will be speaking on:
“Compliance is Our Key Message”
Focusing on digital traceability versus manual logging, practical best practices, and how to stay ahead in an evolving regulatory environment.
In addition to our educational session, we will be holding our CDAA elections. Our association continues to rely on the strength and commitment of its members, and we are actively seeking individuals interested in contributing to the profession through volunteer leadership. Current openings include:
- President
- President-Elect
- Education Chair
- Dental Assistant Week Representative
- Dental Health Month Representative
Fresh perspectives and new energy are essential to keeping our association strong and progressive. If you’ve been considering getting involved, this is an excellent opportunity to step forward and make a meaningful impact
ease register by Saturday, May 17th at 6:00 PM
⚠️ Spots are limited and will be filled on a first-come basis
🍽️ Food and refreshments will be provided -
(Feedback from the last General Meeting regarding insufficient food and overall quality, as well as concerns about noise disruptions during speakers caused by movement to the food tables, we are implementing a revised schedule for meal service. The buffet will be open from 6:00–6:30 PM for the main meal and 7:15–7:30 PM for dessert. Food will be removed promptly at the end of each service window. This approach will be reviewed following the AGM. These changes are intended to minimize disruptions and show greater respect for our speakers.)
On a broader note, it continues to be an honour to serve a second consecutive term as Chairman of the Alberta Dental Assistants Association (AADA). I encourage you to stay connected at the provincial level as well.
📌 SAVE THE DATE
🗓️ Saturday, October 3rd, 2026 | 2:30 PM
📍 Red Deer Sports Hall of Fame, Red Deer, AB
🎉 “October Chat & Chill (RDA Edition)”
This event will be a great opportunity to network, share experiences, and connect with fellow professionals from across Alberta in a more relaxed setting.
Our profession continues to evolve, and staying engaged—both locally and provincially—ensures we grow alongside it. I look forward to seeing many of you on May 25th and again in October.
Warm regards,
Samantha Popp, Bkin, RDA
President, Calgary Dental Assistants Association
