Awards
CAPHD Award Winners
2024 Award
On behalf of the Canadian Association of Public Health Dentistry (CAPHD) Board of Directors, we are pleased to announce that Dr. Brandon Doucet is the recipient of the 2024 CAPHD Public Service Award in recognition of his outstanding contributions to oral health advocacy and public service. This award was announced at the CAPHD Virtual Conference in September 2024.
Dr. Brandon Doucet
Dr. Doucet has demonstrated exceptional leadership in advancing universal and equitable access to oral health care in Canada. As the founder of The Coalition for Dental Care, he has mobilized diverse stakeholders—including dental and medical students, legal professionals, and health advocates—to champion publicly funded dental care. His advocacy efforts have included national forums, engagements with policymakers such as the NDP Health Critic, and extensive media outreach to elevate public discourse on oral health policy.
In addition to his advocacy work, Dr. Doucet has made significant contributions to scholarship and public education. His 2023 book, About Canada: Dental Care, critically examines the history of dental care in Canada and calls for systemic reform. His widely circulated article in The Monitor Magazine and a CBC interview in December 2023 further highlighted the challenges and opportunities in implementing the Canadian Dental Care Plan.
Dr. Doucet’s commitment to oral health equity was shaped by firsthand experiences in Newfoundland, where he witnessed the devastating impact of limited access to preventive and restorative dental care. His efforts continue to influence policy discussions and public awareness, reinforcing the importance of integrating oral health into Canada’s universal healthcare framework.