The newly-merged organizations of the Canadian Healthcare Association and the Association of Canadian Academic Healthcare Organizations (CHA/ACAHO) are pleased to announce that Bill Tholl has been appointed president and CEO, effective March 17, 2014. He will build and lead an organization that will be the national voice and champion of innovative health organizations across the … Read more
The newly-merged organizations of the Canadian Healthcare Association and the Association of Canadian Academic Healthcare Organizations (CHA/ACAHO) are encouraged following yesterday’s reading of the federal budget. However, members were hoping for more support as health research and innovation are important to Canada’s prosperity and job creation. “We understand the ‘stay the course’ approach taken by the … Read more
The anniversary of the launch of the National Standard for Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace one year ago, celebrates the efforts by workplaces of all sizes to support and protect the mental health of their employees. One in five people will experience a mental health problem or illness in any given year. Many Canadian workers report rising stress … Read more
The Canadian Healthcare Association said that psychological health and safety is a key component of the productive and effective health workplaces and can no longer be overlooked. Released Nov. 26th, the association’s new policy statement, Psychological Health and Safety in Canadian Healthcare Settings, encourages all health stakeholders to adopt and take action to implement the … Read more
The Canadian Healthcare Association (CHA) thanks the Health Council of Canada for the report, “Better health, better care, better value for all: Refocusing health care reform in Canada,” and its vision for the high-performing health system that all Canadians want and deserve. In particular, the Health Council’s call for stronger leadership, pan-Canadian collaboration, and equity … Read more
Alice Downing, chair of the Canadian Healthcare Association, announced Ronald D. Stewart of Nova Scotia as the recipient of the association's 2013 Award for Distinguished Service. The award was conferred during the association's 70th Annual General Meeting in Niagara Falls, Ont. More information is available online. Call 613-282-6003. Alice Downing, chair of the Canadian Healthcare Association, … Read more
The Canadian Healthcare Association is disappointed to learn of the federal government’s decision to stop funding to the Health Council of Canada once the 10-Year Plan to Strengthen Health Care concludes in 2014. The association believes that this funding decision signals the federal government’s continued intention to step away from its leadership role in health. … Read more
In a released statement, the Canadian Healthcare Association (CHA) stated that it was hoping that the budget announcement would have done more to strengthen Canada’s health system. However, it welcomed the announcement of expanded tax relief for personal care services such as bathing, feeding, and assistance with dressing or taking medication. This tax measure will … Read more
The Canadian Healthcare Association is very supportive of the Council of the Federation's work to improve Canada's health systems. The association welcomes the report from the Council's Health Care Innovation Working Group, with its timely focus on scope of practice, clinical practice guidelines and human resources management. President and CEO of the Canadian Healthcare Association … Read more
The Canadian Healthcare Association notes the release of "Time for Transformative Change: A Review of the 2004 Ten-Year Plan to Strengthen Health Care," the report of the Standing Senate Committee on Social Affairs, Science and Technology. The association agrees with the report that achieving health system improvement will require leadership from the federal government. The … Read more
