The Canadian Public Health Association applauds the Chief Public Health Officer for the release of the 2019 Annual Report on the State of Public Health in Canada: “Addressing Stigma: Towards a more inclusive health system.” The report highlights some areas that have seen health improvements and other areas that are concerning. Troublesome trends are the rise of measles; … Read more
“CPHA is calling on the next federal government to take leadership in the development and implementation of an effective, evidence-based climate action plan that will help achieve the emission reductions needed to keep global warming below 1.5°C,” said Ian Culbert, executive director of the Canadian Public Health Association. The Association calls on the federal government to … Read more
The Canadian Public Health Association welcomes the announcement that the Government of Canada will ban single-use plastics in Canada as early as 2021. “CPHA applauds the federal government for taking a bold approach to address the threat to human health posed by the proliferation of single-use plastics in our environment,” said Ian Culbert, CPHA’s executive … Read more
The Canadian Public Health Association applauds the ruling from the Saskatchewan Court of Appeal supporting the constitutionality of the federal Greenhouse Gas Pollution Pricing Act. This decision affirms the right and the responsibility of the federal government to set national standards for carbon pricing in Canada. “We are pleased with the Court’s ruling affirming the role of the federal … Read more
Public health advocates argue that the federal government of Canada has both the right and responsibility to impose carbon pollution pricing to meet its greenhouse gas reduction targets and protect human health and well-being from the negative environmental, physical and mental health effects caused by inaction on climate change. “Reducing our reliance on a carbon-based … Read more
The Canadian Public Health Association launched a Toolkit of resources targeted to a range of audiences to promote children’s outdoor play. The project was funded by the Lawson Foundation through its Outdoor Play Strategy. “The project is a culmination of more than three years of research and development. Throughout this time we’ve developed strong relationships with parents, … Read more
The Canadian Public Health Association commends the City of Toronto’s call for the decriminalization of drug possession for personal use. As demonstrated in CPHA’s 2017 position statement, criminalization of those who use illegal psychoactive drugs is unsuccessful and a more robust public health approach is needed immediately. “Every day, we see clear and irrefutable evidence that … Read more
Ian Culbert, executive director of the Canadian Public Health Association, sent a letter to all senators ahead of the upcoming vote on Bill C-45, An Act respecting cannabis. “While some questions about operational and technical regulations may remain, I strongly recommend that you and your colleagues pass this legislation to clear the way for enhanced health promotion, … Read more
During National Immunization Awareness Week, Immunize Canada wants all Canadians to ensure their defense against diseases is at full strength. NIAW, 21-28 April, is an annual event held to recognize the importance of immunization to our overall population health and prevention of diseases. “Immunization is the strongest defense against preventable diseases,” said Immunize Canada Chair … Read more
A letter signed by over 540 scientists and doctors from across the country urges the federal government to update Canada’s main pollution and toxics law, the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, before Spring 2018. “Evidence that links toxic chemicals with the development of chronic disease makes it clear that Canadians urgently need stronger protections from a whole host of … Read more
