Hearing Guides & Articles
Straightforward, Canada-focused information about hearing tests, hearing aids, tinnitus, and funding programs.
Costs & Coverage
Back to topHearing Aid Insurance Coverage in Canada: What Workplace Plans Often Cover
A plain-language guide to how hearing aid coverage often works through workplace benefits in Canada, what to look for in your plan, and how to avoid surprises.
Cost of Hearing Aids in Canada: What Impacts Price (and What to Compare)
A Canada-focused guide to what drives hearing aid pricing, what's usually included, and how to compare quotes without surprises.
Ear Health
Back to topFunding
Back to topWorkers' Compensation Hearing Aid Coverage in Alberta (WCB-Alberta): A Simple Starting Guide
If your hearing loss may be linked to workplace noise or injury, WCB-Alberta may provide hearing aids as a medical aid for accepted claims. Here's how to think about the process.
Workers' Compensation Hearing Aid Coverage in Saskatchewan (WCB): What to Expect
Saskatchewan WCB can fund hearing services and hearing instruments for accepted hearing loss claims. Here's a plain-language way to understand the typical steps.
Workers' Compensation Hearing Aid Coverage in Nova Scotia (WCB): Noise-Induced Hearing Loss
If your hearing loss may be work-related in Nova Scotia, WCB NS explains how hearing health services are managed for accepted claims. Here's what to know and what to ask.
Workers' Compensation Hearing Aid Coverage in Manitoba (WCB): A Plain Guide
Manitoba WCB publishes guidelines for audiological goods and services for accepted hearing loss claims. Here's what that means for workers.
Workers' Comp Hearing Aid Coverage in Canada (By Province): A Practical Hub
A Canada-wide hub for workers' compensation hearing aid coverage. Jump to BC, AB, SK, MB, ON, NS, NB, and NL — plus a simple checklist to prepare your claim.
Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) Hearing Aids: What to Know
A practical overview of how VAC hearing coverage typically works, what documentation helps, and common questions to ask your clinic.
Ontario ADP Hearing Aid Funding: A Plain-Language Guide
Learn the basics of Ontario's Assistive Devices Program (ADP) for hearing aids: who qualifies, what's covered, and how the process usually works.
BC Hearing Aid Funding: Options to Check (Private, Federal, and Work-Related)
A BC-focused overview of common funding pathways for hearing aids — including workplace claims, federal programs, and how to prepare documents before you apply.
Workers' Compensation Hearing Aid Coverage in Ontario (WSIB): Noise-Induced Hearing Loss Basics
Ontario workers may be able to make a WSIB claim for noise-induced hearing loss. If accepted, benefits can include hearing-related care. Here's a practical overview.
Alberta Hearing Aid Coverage: Public Programs and Practical Pathways
A plain-language starting point for Alberta hearing aid coverage, including AADL, AISH-related supports, and how people often combine public and private benefits.
Workers' Compensation Hearing Aid Coverage in BC (WorkSafeBC): How It Typically Works
If your hearing loss may be work-related, WorkSafeBC may cover hearing aids and related services after a claim is accepted. Here's a plain-language overview and what to ask.
Workers' Compensation Hearing Aid Coverage in New Brunswick (WorkSafeNB): What Workers Should Know
WorkSafeNB explains a process for occupational hearing loss claims and notes coverage for hearing aids and related services when a claim is accepted. Here's a clear overview.
Workers' Compensation Hearing Aid Coverage in Newfoundland & Labrador (WorkplaceNL): A Practical Overview
If you think your hearing loss may be work-related in Newfoundland & Labrador, WorkplaceNL is the workers' compensation system. Here's how to prepare before you apply.
Hearing Aids
Back to topRechargeable Hearing Aids: Pros, Cons, and Battery Lifespan
Understand how rechargeable hearing aids work, what to expect from battery life, and who they’re best for.
Bluetooth Hearing Aids: Calls, Music, TV, and Compatibility
A practical guide to Bluetooth hearing aids: what they can stream, phone compatibility, and everyday tips.
Hearing Aid Types Explained: BTE, RIC, ITE, CIC, and IIC
A clear guide to common hearing aid styles, who they’re for, and the tradeoffs (power, comfort, handling, visibility).
Costco Hearing Aids in Canada: What to Know Before You Buy
A clear guide to how Costco hearing care typically works in Canada, what to compare, and how to decide if it fits your needs.
Hearing Aids vs Hearing Amplifiers (PSAPs): What’s the Difference?
Understand the difference between regulated hearing aids and personal sound amplifiers, and how to choose safely.
Hearing Aid Maintenance: Cleaning, Storage, and Common Issues
Keep hearing aids working well with simple routines. Learn cleaning basics, moisture tips, and when to troubleshoot.
Hearing Aid Maintenance Checklist: Daily, Weekly, and Monthly Habits
A simple, routine-based checklist to keep hearing aids clear and comfortable — with tips for wax, moisture, and travel.
Best Hearing Aids in Canada: How to Compare Without Getting Lost
Instead of chasing ‘the best,’ learn how to compare hearing aids in a way that prioritizes clarity, comfort, and long-term support.
Hearing Aid Prices in Canada: What You Pay For (and What to Ask)
A practical guide to hearing aid pricing in Canada: typical cost drivers, what may be included, and how to compare quotes fairly.
Hearing Health
Back to topNoise-Induced Hearing Loss: How It Happens and How to Prevent It
From concerts to workplaces, noise exposure is common. Learn simple protection habits and what actually lowers your risk.
Early Signs of Hearing Loss (and What They Usually Mean)
Learn common early signs of hearing loss, how they show up in daily life, and what a realistic next step looks like.
Hearing Tests
Back to topHow Much Does a Hearing Test Cost in Canada? Public vs Private Options
A practical overview of common hearing test pricing situations in Canada, when it may be covered, and what to ask before you book.
How Hearing Tests Work in Canada: What to Expect
A plain-language walkthrough of common hearing test steps, what results mean, and what your audiogram can (and can’t) tell you.
Hearing Test vs Hearing Screening: What’s the Difference?
A clear explanation of hearing screenings versus full hearing tests — what each can tell you, and when a full assessment matters.
Online Hearing Tests: What They Can (and Can’t) Tell You
Online hearing tests can be a useful first step, but they have limits. Learn how to use them safely and when an in-person test matters.
Audiogram Chart Explained: How to Read Hearing Test Results
Learn how to read a basic audiogram chart — what the axes mean, common patterns, and how results connect to real-life hearing.
Tinnitus
Back to topTinnitus (Ringing in the Ears): Common Causes and Next Steps
Learn what tinnitus is, what can trigger it, and which signs suggest you should seek assessment sooner.
Can Hearing Aids Help Tinnitus?
How amplification can reduce tinnitus awareness for some people, plus what features to ask about.