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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Public Health 2026
Public Health 2026 is the national conference where public health professionals, researchers, policy-makers, academics, students and trainees come together to strengthen efforts to improve health and well-being, to share the latest research and information, to promote best practices and to advocate…CPHA recognizes three leaders whose work has shaped public health in Canada
Each year, the Canadian Public Health Association (CPHA) honours individuals or organizations who provide outstanding service to their community and profession. CPHA’s members nominate candidates for the awards and the recipients are selected by CPHA’s Awards Committee and confirmed by the Board of…CPHA Welcomes Appointment of Dr. Joss Reimer as Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer
The Canadian Public Health Association (CPHA) welcomes the Government of Canada’s appointment of Dr. Joss Reimer as Canada’s next Chief Public Health Officer. Dr. Reimer assumes this role at a time of significant and complex public health challenges. Communities across Canada continue to be affe…Policy & Position Statements
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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CPHA's office is located on the ancestral, unceded, unsurrendered 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.