This position statement explores the issue of weight bias, stigma and discrimination; its intersection with other forms of oppression; and the role of public health to shift toward a weight-inclusive approach to advance health equity.
This policy statement by the Canadian Public Health Association describes a public health approach to substance use based on 10 principles that are evidence informed, person centred, and rooted in social justice and health equity values.
The report encourages public health organizations and agencies to strengthen integration of climate change mitigation strategies into their work. Case studies are provided that tell the story of local public health organizations and agencies collaborating with municipalities and community groups to inspire and guide public health action.
This global report defines key concepts, brings together literature and data on the health status and determinants of health for migrants and refugees, and lays out a framework for essential, urgent action for shared health.
This report presents emerging and promising practices on engaging People Who Use Drugs (PWUD) respectfully and equitably at multiple levels in organizations serving PWUD. These practices are based on results of a national community-based research project.
This self-directed introductory online course from the NCCDH and Public Health Ontario is designed to build knowledge, skills and competencies in health equity work. Updates made in 2023 include refreshed content and updated links.
This report describes how circumstances of opioid-related poisonings changed in Ontario during the pandemic, noting a disproportionate impact on people experiencing houselessness.
Making structural change to advance health and racial equity requires redistributing power. Using practical examples, this journal article deepens understanding of power and how novel strategies to advance equity can be developed from power analysis.
This summary provides an overview of a recent report written by Dr Kate Mulligan titled Strengthening community connections: The future of public health is at the neighbourhood scale.
This report, commissioned by the Office of the Chief Public Health Officer (CPHO) at the Public Health Agency of Canada, explores the intersection of public health and primary health care, and the importance of building community capacity for action to address health inequities.
