Creating Healthier Smiles Through Education
Free, evidence-based oral health education designed to empower underserved communities through prevention, early detection, and improved access to care.
Our Mission
Advancing Oral Health Equity Through Community Education
The Smile Project advances oral health equity by delivering evidence-based oral health education directly into community settings, in partnership with established organizations.
Our work focuses on improving oral health literacy, promoting disease prevention, and expanding access to culturally responsive oral health education.
Why Oral Health Matters
Prevention
Many oral diseases can be prevented or identified earlier through education, healthy habits, and appropriate preventive care.
Oral & Overall Health
Oral health is an important part of overall health, with connections to conditions and life stages including diabetes, cardiovascular health, pregnancy, and healthy aging.
Access & Education
Clear, accessible health information can help individuals understand their oral health, available resources, and when to seek professional care.
Our Programs
Evidence-based oral health education tailored to every stage of life and every community need.
Who We Serve
We meet communities where they are — bringing free oral health education to those who need it most.
Our Impact
Every workshop, every conversation, every smile matters.
Community Workshops Delivered
Community Organizations Partnered With
Individuals Educated
Languages Available
English, Somali & Spanish
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In the Community
Education That Meets Communities Where They Are
From youth programs to senior wellness sessions, The Smile Project brings practical, evidence-based oral health education directly into trusted community spaces.
Explore Our ImpactMeet Our Founder
Nadia Hashi, HBSc, RDH
Founder, The Smile Project
Nadia Hashi is a Registered Dental Hygienist with an academic background in psychology and professional writing and communication. She founded The Smile Project to help address gaps in accessible oral health education for underserved communities across Canada.
Her work is guided by a commitment to prevention, oral health literacy, culturally responsive education, community engagement, and oral health equity — bringing evidence-based knowledge directly to the people who need it most.
Learn More About Our Story
Working Together for Healthier Communities
The Smile Project collaborates with community organizations to bring accessible, evidence-based oral health education directly to the populations they serve.
Community Partners
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Bring The Smile Project to Your Community
Interested in bringing free, evidence-based oral health education to your organization or community? We'd love to connect and explore how The Smile Project can support the populations you serve.