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Welcome to the official page of the Association of Hearing Instrument Practitioners of Ontario.

We represent and support Ontario’s dedicated hearing care professionals. Follow us for industry news, professional development resources and community updates.

11/21/2025

Your ears work hard every day, so it’s important to take care of them. Here are five simple habits to help keep your hearing sharp.

Use Ear Protection 🎧
When you’re in loud environments like concerts, construction sites, or even mowing the lawn, wear earplugs or noise-canceling headphones to protect your ears from damage.

Lower the Volume 🔊
Listening to music, podcasts, or TV at high volumes can harm your hearing over time. Keep your devices at a safe level, around 60 percent of maximum, and avoid prolonged exposure.

Take Breaks from Noise ⏸️
Give your ears a rest during noisy activities. Even short quiet breaks allow your ears to recover and prevent long-term damage.

Get Regular Checkups 🩺
Routine hearing tests help catch early signs of hearing loss before it becomes serious. Your Hearing Instrument Specialist can provide personalized tips to protect your ears.

Keep Ears Clean Safely 🧼
Avoid inserting cotton swabs deep into your ear canal. Gently clean only the outer ear and let your ears naturally manage earwax.

Protecting your hearing is easier than you think. Start with these everyday habits and keep your ears healthy for years to come.

You can also find a certified Hearing Instrument Specialist for ear care and hearing tests at helpmehear.ca/find-a-practitioner

11/19/2025

Hearing Health Quiz: True or False?
Think you know how to protect your hearing? Let’s find out...

1️⃣ Wearing hearing protection while using loud machinery is important.
✅ True! Prolonged exposure to machinery noise can damage your hearing if ears aren’t protected.

2️⃣ Earplugs are only needed for extremely loud sounds like concerts or fireworks.
🚫 False! Even moderate noise, like lawnmowers or power tools, can cause damage over time.

3️⃣ Untreated ear infections can lead to long-term hearing loss.
✅ True! Chronic infections can harm the middle ear and cause lasting hearing problems.

Protect your hearing every day, whether it’s at work, at home, or in your daily life.

Find a certified Hearing Instrument Specialist for ear care and hearing tests:
helpmehear.ca/find-a-practitioner

11/11/2025

This Remembrance Day, we honour the brave individuals who have served our country. For over 60 years, Hearing Instrument Practitioners have proudly supported Ontario Veterans with quality hearing healthcare services.

Thank you for your dedication and sacrifice. We remember you today and always.

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11/03/2025

Does your hearing feel a little muffled lately?
It might not be hearing loss. Sometimes it’s simply earwax.

Before trying cotton swabs or home remedies, remember that they can make things worse by pushing wax deeper or irritating your ear.

A certified Hearing Instrument Specialist (H.I.S.) can safely and comfortably remove earwax, check your hearing, and make sure everything sounds clear again.
✅ Quick and gentle care
✅ Safe and professional service
✅ Peace of mind for your hearing health

You don’t have to guess what’s going on. Book an appointment with a certified professional and take care of your hearing.

Find a trusted specialist near you: helpmehear.ca/find-a-practitioner/

10/31/2025

🚫 MYTH: Hearing loss is just a normal part of aging you can’t do anything about.
✅ FACT: While hearing changes are common with age, you can take action. Early testing and today’s advanced hearing technology can improve communication, confidence, and quality of life at any age.

A certified Hearing Instrument Specialist (H.I.S.) can identify hearing changes early, recommend the best solutions, and provide ongoing care to keep you connected to the people and moments that matter most.

Take the first step today: helpmehear.ca

10/30/2025

AHIP Symposium 2026: Call for Speakers

We’re planning the AHIP 2026 Annual Symposium, happening May 6–8 in beautiful Niagara Falls, and we want your input!

If you have a great topic to share or know an inspiring speaker, submit your suggestion by Friday, November 28, 2025 to office@ahip.ca.

Help us make AHIP 2026 an unforgettable event that educates, engages, and inspires.
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10/27/2025

💬 Every conversation matters.
From a grandchild’s laugh to a quiet dinner chat, hearing well keeps you part of every story, every memory, every connection.

If sounds are starting to fade, it’s time to check in. A certified H.I.S. can help you hear clearly again and enjoy the moments that make life full.

👉 Find a hearing specialist near you: helpmehear.ca/find-a-practitioner/

10/23/2025

Hearing Instrument Specialists (H.I.S.) provide so much more than hearing aid fittings. From safe earwax removal to full hearing health checks, their services keep you connected to the people and moments that matter most.

Looking for trusted hearing care near you? Visit helpmehear.ca/find-a-practitioner to find a certified H.I.S. in your community.

10/22/2025

Now is the best time to advocating for yourself and your profession!

Every time you share what you do, collaborate with others, or celebrate success, you help raise awareness of Hearing Instrument Specialists across Ontario. 💬

Here’s your checklist to guide your advocacy this fall:
✅ Speak Up — Introduce yourself with your full designation.
✅ Educate — Share our social media post, hearing health facts and promote early intervention.
✅ Collaborate — Connect with other healthcare professionals.
✅ Celebrate — Know a member who deserves recognition? Submit their story (or yours!) to office@ahip.ca
✅ Be Consistent — Include your designation everywhere, every mention matters!

Small actions make a big impact. Let’s keep building recognition for H.I.S. professionals across Ontario! 💪 helpmehear.ca

10/21/2025

💛 Someone you love deserves to hear every “I love you.”

Hearing loss often starts quietly. A few missed words, a laugh you didn’t catch, or moments that begin to fade away.

A hearing test is a simple step that can make all the difference. Certified Hearing Instrument Specialists provide trusted, professional care to help families stay connected to the people and moments that matter most.

Book a hearing test today: helpmehear.ca/find-a-practitioner

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55 Mary Street West, Suite 211
Lindsay, ON
K9V5Z6

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+18887452447

Website

http://www.helpmehear.ca/

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