THE CANADIAN FOUNDATION FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF ORTHODONTICS

The Canadian Foundation for the Advancement of Orthodontics operates from North York to improve access to orthodontic care for underserved populations across the Greater Toronto Area and beyond. The foundation works by partnering with dental schools, practitioners, and community health centers to provide orthodontic treatment, education, and resources to individuals who cannot afford these services through conventional channels. By funding clinical programs, supporting research into more efficient treatment methods, and offering scholarships to dental students pursuing orthodontic specialization, the foundation addresses a gap in preventive and corrective dental care. The organization recognizes that orthodontic health affects self-confidence, oral function, and overall quality of life, particularly for young people from low-income families who might otherwise forgo treatment.