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Canadian Public Health Association

Canadian Public Health Association


We are the independent national voice and trusted advocate for public health, speaking up for people and populations to all levels of government.

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Canada’s Climate Health Crisis: The Urgent Call for Action from Health Leaders

November 1, 2024 Canada is facing a critical moment in its climate and health future, with extreme weather events and food systems driving an unprecedented health burden. The Lancet Countdown’s 2024 Policy Priorities for Canada lays out a roadmap for urgent action that policymakers can no longer afford to ignore. F…

Ontario lacks a health-care plan for alcohol harms as sales expand: health coalition

October 31, 2024 The Canadian Mental Health Association, the Canadian Public Health Association and the Canadian Cancer Society say the province has not responded to their request to work together on a plan to deal with possible harms.

Ban on safe consumption sites will increase risk of preventable deaths and illnesses, experts warn

October 17, 2024 Advocates are calling on the Ontario government to reverse its decision to shutter all supervised consumption sites (SCS), warning the move will significantly increase the risk of viral and bacterial disease transmission.
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We promote the public health perspective and evidence to government leaders and policy-makers. We are a catalyst for change that improves health and well-being for all.

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As an independent, non-governmental organization, we provide timely, evidence-informed public health guidance and perspectives to public health professionals and policy makers.

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From community-based positions to academic postings, Canada’s major public health employers advertise their job openings with CPHA. Check out our listing of current opportunities from across the country! Remember to acknowledge that you saw the posting at cpha.ca.

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Commitment to truth and reconciliation


 

CPHA's office is located on the ancestral, unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishinabeg. They have been the guardians of this land for millennia and CPHA is grateful for the example their stewardship provides. CPHA is committed to working with all First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples and their governments in realizing meaningful truth and reconciliation.

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