Ottawa Hears - Audiology

03/04/2026

A luminous winter afternoon on the ski trails at Wesley Clover Parks, beautifully maintained in partnership with Kanata Nordic Cross Country Ski Club. ☀️❄️

Gliding through the forest is a reminder that skiing is not only strength and endurance — it is also balance, coordination, and the remarkable system within our inner ear that keeps us oriented in space.

As an audiologist, I am always in awe of how our hearing and balance systems allow the body to move with such natural harmony.

Grateful for moments like this in nature — and proud to wear the Ottawa Hears logo on the trails today.

Hearing. Balance. Life in motion.

03/01/2026

🐎 Riding mom + audiologist reminder 🤍

Falls happen in riding. Helmets protect the skull — but we also need to think about the inner ear.

After a fall, monitor:
• Ringing in the ears
• Muffled hearing
• Dizziness
• Sound sensitivity
• Brain fog or slower reaction time

Hearing and balance live in the same system. Even mild head impact can temporarily affect it.
Most of the time it settles.
But if something feels “off,” trust that feeling.

Protect performance.
Protect clarity.
Protect long-term brain health.

02/13/2026

02/13/2026

Happy Valentine's day! 💘

02/07/2026

February is Prevention Health Awareness Month.
Prevention is key.

From February 9th to February 13th, we are offering
FREE hearing screenings to support our community.
✨ Space is limited.

Your hearing is not only about your ears — it is about your brain, your balance, your confidence, and your connection to the people you love.

Early detection matters. Take the first step.
To reserve your spot, write “Prevention is key” in your email to:
📩 info@ottawahears.com

With gratitude to our generous audiologist,
Genia Kanne-Shmigol, Au.D. Doctor of Audiology
Founder, Ottawa Hears Audiology

Your health is your greatest wealth.

02/01/2026

Most people are told:
👉 “You just have to live with tinnitus.”

We don’t accept that.

At Ottawa Hears, tinnitus care includes:
✔️ detailed auditory diagnostics
✔️ nervous system regulation strategies
✔️ lifestyle education
✔️ sleep & stress impact
✔️ sound therapy options
✔️ individualized care plans

Because tinnitus is not just sound —
it’s how the brain reacts to sound.

And brains can be trained.

📅 Appointments available
🌐 www.ottawahears.com

02/01/2026

🧠 Tinnitus is not just an ear problem.
It’s a nervous system problem.
A stress problem.
An inflammation problem.
A sleep problem.
A brain interpretation problem.

At Ottawa Hears, tinnitus care goes beyond hearing tests.
We look at:
• how your brain processes sound
• how stress amplifies perception
• how sleep affects auditory pathways
• how lifestyle impacts inflammation
• how the nervous system calms (or doesn’t)

Because real tinnitus care is whole-person care.

📍 Advanced tinnitus services now available
📅 Book at: www.ottawahears.com

01/31/2026

Looking for a way to invest in your health and give back to the community? 👀
We’re happy to support Stronger Through Midlife on Monday, Feb. 2 (10am–3pm) at 350 Legget Dr., kicking off Preventative Health Awareness Month in Kanata North.

This in‑person event empowers individuals to take ownership of their health and well‑being while supporting a great cause. All ticket proceeds are donated to The Ottawa Mission.

🎟️ Get your tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/stronger-through-midlife-tickets-1977100225998

💡 Can’t attend in person? Register for access to the digital toolbox and stay connected all month long.

Let’s support a healthier, stronger community — together.

Renée Groulx

01/30/2026

I'm Genia Kanne-Shmigol, Doctor of Audiology. I choose to keep my audiology clinic in Ottawa small — on purpose.

My loyalty to my patients is unmatched.

They become my people, not just appointments.
I remain personally reachable by email because real hearing care means real access.

My work is focused on:
👂 Advanced hearing diagnostics
⚖️ Unbiased, manufacturer-neutral hearing aid recommendations

Boutique audiology care in Ottawa — personal, precise, and human. 🧡

01/27/2026

Hearing and brain health are closely connected.
Research shows that age-related hearing loss is associated with a higher risk of cognitive decline and dementia, as well as measurable changes in brain structure over time.

The encouraging truth:
Early hearing assessments and appropriate care may help preserve social engagement and mental activity — both essential for cognitive vitality.

Prevention is wisdom, not alarm.

Book your assessment when you are ready:
www.ottawahears.com

01/27/2026

40+ baseline

A baseline hearing test is a wise form of prevention—particularly after 40.
Not because you expect trouble, but because you respect your health enough to know where you stand.

Book: www.ottawahears.com

🇫🇷 Un test auditif de référence est une démarche de prévention judicieuse, particulièrement après 40 ans.
Non pas par crainte, mais par respect pour votre santé.

Prenez rendez-vous : www.ottawahears.com

11/07/2025

✈️ From civil pilots to military jet pilots — and everyone in between — we’ve got your hearing protected without compromising audibility!

Custom aviation ear tips, microphones, and hearing protection designed for comfort, performance, and safety at any altitude. 🛩️

Book your appointment today 👉 www.ottawahears.com