The City sign will be lit in purple on Monday, April 6 to celebrate National Dental Hygienists Week.
National Dental Hygienists Week is celebrated annually April 4-10, highlighting the importance of maintaining good oral health practices while helping Canadians to understand the vital role dental hygienists play in the healthcare system. Our theme "Oral Health for Total Health," reminds us that taking care of our mouth, teeth, and gums positively impacts other aspects of our lives.
Why purple? The colour purple is associated with dental hygiene and has been the official colour of dental
professionals since 1897 when lilac was first chosen for the emblem of the National Association of Dental Faculties.
Purple has long been the trim colour for dental hygiene graduates' caps and gowns and is said to signify
compassion, purpose, and inspiration.