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Federal Election: Take Action
Take action during this federal election by engaging your local candidates on matters that impact public health!
Canada needs a federal government that is committed to sustained investment in public health across the country.
As part of the 2025 federal election, the Canadian Public Health Association is encouraging its members and the broader public health community to question their local candidates on important public health issues. We need to hold all parties and candidates to higher standard and expect more from them to protect and improve public health across Canada.
Take action by visiting the Canadian Public Health Association’s federal election resource page and use the available factsheets to help start a conversation on public health issues with candidates in your riding.
Events and Opportunities7th International Global Network of Public Health Nursing (GNPHN) Conference: Building Resilience and Innovative Solutions: Amplifying Impact and Advancing Positive Global Public Health Change Registration is now open for the 7th International GNPHN Conference: Building Resilience and Innovative Solutions: Amplifying Impact and Advancing Positive Global Public Health Change. This conference will bring together public health professionals, researchers, policymakers, and experts from around the world to explore innovative solutions and strategies aimed at enhancing global public health outcomes. It’s an excellent opportunity to engage in meaningful discussions, share insights, and build collaborations that will shape the future of public health. Keynote Speakers for the event include:
Dates: July 28-30, 2025 Location: University of Calgary campus This event is jointly hosted by the Faculty of Nursing, University of Calgary and the School of Nursing and Midwifery, Mount Royal University, with the support of Tourism Calgary. Register early and secure your spot for this impactful event! For more information visit the conference website Canadian Public Health Association Conference: Public Health 2025 Registration is still open for the Canadian Public Health Association conference: Public Health 2025 Date: April 29 – May 1, 2025 Public Health 2025 is Canada’s premier gathering of public health professionals, researchers, policy-makers, academics, students, and trainees. It’s where innovation meets impact—where we come together to strengthen efforts to improve health and well-being, share groundbreaking research, champion best practices, and advocate for evidence-based policies that shape the future of public health. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, collaborate, and drive meaningful change! |
Why Public Health MattersThe Alberta Public Heath Association works to support, champion, and protect public health. We are working to highlight issues that underscore the importance of prioritizing Public Health during these challenging times of limited public health resources, healthcare system reorganization and divisive public health discourse. Learn more about why Public Health matters: What is Public Health and why should we care about it What has Public Health done for me? The health of Albertans 1924 to today Public Health and First Nation Albertans: A call for collaboration |
Become an APHA MemberWe need your help! Become a member and help strengthen the voice of public health in Alberta. The Alberta Public Health Association (APHA) is a provincial volunteer-driven, not-for-profit association representing public health in Alberta and is Alberta’s only independent public health voice. We have a voluntary membership representing a variety of disciplines including practitioners, students, academics and researchers, non-government organizations, community members and more. Why join the APHA Public health in Alberta is facing many challenges including a lack of capacity, limited resources, health services reorganization, and a divisive public health policy environment. A strong public health voice matters more than ever in these difficult times. As an independent non-profit organization that transcends professional roles and sectors, the APHA plays an essential role in championing, protecting, and supporting public health in Alberta. However, the challenges faced by public health have impacted the essential role that APHA plays. We are looking for dedicated members to help us strengthen the voice of public health in Alberta. |
