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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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The big meaning behind micro-relationships, and why we should talk to strangers more

September 16, 2025 Recent data by the Statistics Canada, released in February, shows more than 13 per cent of residents it surveyed across Canada’s provinces reported feeling lonely “always or often.” It found about 37 per cent sometimes feel lonely, while about 50 per cent reported “rarely or never” feeling lonely.

Ontario Misrepresents Crime Data to Justify Closure of Lifesaving Supervised Consumption Service

August 19, 2025 The Canadian Public Health Association (CPHA) condemns the Government of Ontario for misleading the public about crime rates near Ottawa’s Somerset Street supervised consumption site to justify its closure. A CTV News investigation reveals that, contrary to government claims, police data show cr…

Experts Oppose Expanding Alcohol Access in Nova Scotia

August 4, 2025 Controversy is brewing over the proposed expansion of alcohol sales outlets in Nova Scotia. The proposal would make alcohol available at retail locations like grocery and corner stores. Its advocates assert that consumers, retailers, and alcohol producers would benefit from the new retail framework…
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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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