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Championing Hearing Healthcare Across Canada

Our members are part of a collaborative network that works with government programs, including Veterans Affairs, Workers’ Compensation, the Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) program, and provincial hearing aid initiatives to ensure accessible, covered services for Canadians.  Join a community that’s shaping the future of hearing healthcare in Canada!

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IHS Canada Committee

The International Hearing Society established IHS Canada to serve as the national representative for Hearing Instrument Practitioners across the Canadian territory. IHS Canada maintains a seat on the IHS Board of Governors, ensuring Canadian representation at the highest level of governance.

The IHS Board later authorized the creation of the IHS Canada Committee. The committee strengthens collaboration among Canadian chapters and advances a unified national voice for the profession.

Committee Members

  • Chris Arnold – Committee Chair and Ontario
  • Candice Boldt, BC-HIS – Alberta 
  • Vacant – British Columbia
  • Leslie Holden, BC-HIS – Manitoba 
  • Candice Appler, BA, BC-HIS – Manitoba
  • Cheryl Morehouse, BC-HIS – New Brunswick 
  • Sandra Cahill, BC-HIS – Newfoundland and Labrador 
  • Vacant – Nova Scotia 
  • Sophie Cushing, BC-HIS – Ontario 
  • Vacant – Prince Edward Island 
  • Vacant – Quebec 
  • Vacant – Saskatchewan 
  • Vacant – Northwest Territories 
  • Vacant – Nunavut
  • Vacant – Yukon 

The IHS Canada Committee is growing—and your voice matters. If you’re passionate about advancing the profession and representing your peers, explore how you can step into a leadership role. Contact our Membership team to get started!

IHS Canada Member Resources

International Hearing Society supports your professional growth with member benefits that deliver education, resources, and tools to advance hearing healthcare. By joining IHS Canada, you become part of a collaborative Canadian community committed to elevating the profession and improving care nationwide. Together, we’re driving progress, sharing knowledge, and strengthening the future of hearing health.

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Strength through National and Provincial Partnership

Dual membership in both IHS and your provincial chapter is essential to advancing hearing healthcare across Canada. While IHS delivers international reach, professional resources, and global recognition, your provincial chapter provides localized support, direct advocacy, and a strong voice in legislative and regulatory initiatives that shape the future of the profession in Canada. 

Frequently Asked Questions

These are some of the most common inquiries we receive. Contact IHS if you have any additional questions. We are here to help you!

All FAQs

  • How can I get involved with IHS Canada?

    Join IHS Canada to connect with peers, contribute to advocacy efforts, and access tools that support your professional growth.

     

     

  • How is IHS Canada represented nationally?

    IHS Canada is comprised of members and representatives who present a unified voice on advocacy and other policy related issues in and across Canada.

  • What are the benefits of joining IHS Canada?

    By becoming a member, you gain:

    • Access to exclusive free and discounted education and resources
    • Representation on the IHS Board of Governors
    • A collaborative network of professionals across Canada
    • Opportunities to shape the future of hearing healthcare

  • How does IHS Canada support practitioners?

    We champion high standards in hearing healthcare and work with key government programs to ensure accessible services for Canadians, including:

    • Veterans Affairs
    • Workers’ Compensation Boards
    • Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) Program
    • Provincial hearing aid initiatives