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04/14/2026

Here's something most people don't realize about hearing loss. 🧠

Research increasingly links untreated hearing loss to a higher risk of cognitive decline — including dementia. When the brain stops receiving full auditory input, it works harder to fill in the gaps, at the expense of functions like memory and processing.

This doesn't mean hearing loss causes dementia. But the connection is real, and it's a reminder that hearing health isn't just about sound — it's about your overall wellbeing.

Treating hearing loss early is one of the most proactive steps you can take for long-term brain health.

Start by understanding where your hearing is today.

👉 Take our online hearing test: hearrightcanada.ca/online-hearing-test/

Or book your comprehensive hearing assessment with our team.
📞 (855) 946-1101 | hearrightcanada.ca

04/14/2026

Why does tinnitus sometimes feel louder than usual? 🔊

Devon Taaffe, Registered Audiologist in Newfoundland & Labrador, explains that tinnitus isn’t constant — and certain everyday factors can actually make it more noticeable.

The key thing to remember — tinnitus itself isn’t always getting worse, but your awareness of it can increase depending on what’s going on around you.

🎥 Watch the video as Devon breaks it down and shares what to look for.

If you’ve noticed changes in your tinnitus, it may be worth having it checked — there are ways to manage it.

04/13/2026

04/13/2026

Visit Hear Right Canada at Booth 174. Meet our hearing experts, explore solutions, and take the first step toward clearer hearing.
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04/12/2026

Hearing loss doesn't just affect what you hear. It affects how you connect. 💬

When conversations become exhausting, when family dinners feel overwhelming, when you start avoiding social situations because following along is just too hard — that's when hearing loss starts to quietly chip away at the relationships and experiences that matter most.

Many people with untreated hearing loss describe feeling isolated, frustrated, or anxious in group settings. And their loved ones feel it too — repeating themselves, adjusting how they communicate, worrying.

The good news? It doesn't have to be this way.

Finding out where your hearing stands is the first step toward getting back fully into the conversations you've been missing.

Take our online hearing test today — quick, easy, and available from home.
👉 hearrightcanada.ca/online-hearing-test/

Or speak with our team to book a comprehensive hearing assessment.
📞 (855) 946-1101 | hearrightcanada.ca

04/11/2026

Let's bust some myths about hearing aids. 👂

❌ MYTH: "Hearing aids are only for elderly people."
✅ TRUTH: Hearing loss affects people of all ages — and today's hearing aids are sleek, discreet, and incredibly powerful.

❌ MYTH: "If I really had a problem, my doctor would have told me."
✅ TRUTH: Hearing tests aren't typically part of a standard physical. You have to seek one out.

❌ MYTH: "Hearing aids will just make everything louder."
✅ TRUTH: Modern devices are smart. They amplify what matters — speech and conversation — while filtering out background noise.

The technology has changed dramatically. The stigma shouldn't hold anyone back from hearing life more clearly.

Curious where your hearing stands? Start with our online hearing test — it only takes a few minutes.
👉 hearrightcanada.ca/online-hearing-test/

Ready to take the next step? Our team is here.
📞 (855) 946-1101 | hearrightcanada.ca

04/09/2026

Sound familiar? 👂

✔️ You ask people to repeat themselves — a lot
✔️ Phone calls have become frustrating
✔️ You need the TV louder than everyone else in the room
✔️ You can hear people talking, but can't always make out the words
✔️ You find yourself nodding along even when you're not quite sure what was said

These are some of the most common signs of early hearing loss — and they're easy to dismiss or chalk up to "just getting older."

But you don't have to just live with it.

Modern hearing health has come a long way, and it all starts with knowing where you stand.

Take our quick online hearing test today and get clarity — in minutes.
👉 hearrightcanada.ca/online-hearing-test/

Or reach out to book your comprehensive in-clinic hearing assessment.
📞 (855) 946-1101 | hearrightcanada.ca

04/07/2026

Did you know? 🤔

Over 4.6 million Canadians live with some degree of hearing loss — and most of them waited an average of 7 years before seeking help.

Seven years of missed conversations. Seven years of turning up the TV. Seven years of "sorry, could you repeat that?"

Hearing loss rarely happens all at once. It creeps in gradually, so gradually that most people don't even realize how much they've been missing — until they do something about it.

If you've been wondering whether your hearing is as sharp as it used to be, there's an easy way to find out.

Our online hearing test gives you real answers in minutes — no waiting room, no appointment required.

👉 hearrightcanada.ca/online-hearing-test/

Or book your comprehensive hearing assessment with our team.
📞 (855) 946-1101 |
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04/05/2026

The crack of an egg. The laughter of children. The buzz of a family table full of stories, jokes, and connection.

But for the millions of Canadians living with untreated hearing loss, these moments can feel just out of reach — nodding along, smiling when others smile, hoping no one notices you missed the punchline.

You deserve to be fully present for every moment.

This Easter weekend, give yourself something that keeps on giving: a clear picture of your hearing health. Our online hearing test is quick, easy, and available anytime — no appointment needed.

👉 hearrightcanada.ca/online-hearing-test/

Or book your comprehensive in-clinic hearing assessment with our team.
📞 (855) 946-1101 | hearrightcanada.ca

04/03/2026

Spring is finally here — and with it, a fresh start. 🌷

This Easter, while you're celebrating new beginnings with the people you love most, ask yourself: when did you last truly hear everything going on around you?

The laughter at the table. The kids shrieking with excitement. Your favourite song playing in the background.

Hearing connects us to the moments that matter most. If you've noticed yourself straining to follow conversations, turning the volume up more than usual, or feeling a little left out at gatherings — your hearing might be trying to tell you something.

This spring, take a moment for yourself. Our online hearing test takes just minutes and gives you a clear picture of where your hearing stands — right from home.

👉 Try it here: hearrightcanada.ca/online-hearing-test/

📞 Ready to go further? Book your comprehensive hearing assessment: (855) 946-1101

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02/12/2026

Investing in youth mental health isn’t just the “right thing”—it’s smart. When communities support kids early, the ripple effect is huge: better school outcomes, stronger employment paths, and less crisis intervention later. Prevention beats cleanup every time. If we want healthier families and resilient communities, we have to invest now.
Watch the full episode for the deeper why + what a local youth hub could change.
Host: Watch full episode YouTube: | 🌐 hearrightcanada.ca Guest: Lorie Anne Schultz | schultzLo@fsd38.ab.ca

https://youtube.com/shorts/WtyaIHUbLcg

02/06/2026

This is one of those “life takes a turn” stories — and it’s REAL. Ernie shares how people didn’t totally get it at first (some even joked about it)… and then suddenly they’re asking for his business card. From a motorcycle accident to finding a path that actually felt like a calling, this clip captures that moment where you realize: sometimes the hard thing becomes the turning point.
🎧 Watch the full episode on YouTube: Host: Belinda Waites — Hear Right Canada 🌐 hearrightcanada.ca Guest: Ernie Bird — Emerging Balance Reflexology 🌐 https://ebreflexology.com/

01/12/2026

At the start of another year I reflect on a key episode from last year and the impact of hearing challenges and how it can accelerate the onset of . Shout out to Jennifer Mallamo (Brain Health Catalyst) and the great work she does https://brainhealthcatalyst.com/okotoks-memory-cafe

https://youtube.com/shorts/PWXm7axVq08

01/06/2026

In this week’s Hear Me Out with Belinda, Mayor Tanya Thorn gets real about double standards for women in leadership, the mental load of public service, and what it takes to keep showing up anyway.
If you’ve ever felt “too much” or “not enough” at work, this one will hit home.

Sarah DunphyOkotoks Economic DevelopmentTanya Thorn - Okotoks MayorOkotoks and District Chamber of CommerceHear right canadaHear right canada (Okotoks AB)

01/05/2026

Cyberbullying, Politics & Mental Health
“Attack the policy, not the person.”
Mayor Tanya Thorn shares how toxic social media has become, what online attacks do
to leaders and their families, and why we ALL need to ask:

What am I contributing to the mental health crisis with what I post?
This episode is a powerful reminder that what we say online really does matter.

New episode out Thursday 8th January – listen & watch on Youtube: .

12/31/2025

From hearing her turn signal again… to hearing birdsong on a walk— Thursday January 1st an episode full of those little moments that are actually huge. 👉 Watch on YouTube:

12/30/2025

https://youtube.com/shorts/qSyY8394dR8

and Pamela Mclean share how 60% of Canadians have a Hearing Health Concern. Join the full episode on Thursday 1st of January to discover how a...

11/04/2025

A look inside our clinic

10/24/2025

04/03/2023

Had fun, and a little help, yesterday at the Okotoks Trade and Lifestyle Show.

06/30/2022

Happy Canada day to all.

06/06/2022

It was a great day out. Hear Right Canada was a proud sponsor of the Okotoks Rotary Shoebox Derby on Saturday.