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Securing Our Future: Transforming Child Health Through Accountability & Strategic Leadership

Children’s Healthcare Canada, the Pediatric Chairs of Canada, the Canadian Association of Paediatric Nurses and Inspiring Healthy Futures acknowledge the federal government's response to the House of Commons Standing Committee on Health (HESA) Child Health Study. 

While we appreciate the attention given to critical areas of child and youth health, including the mental health crisis, pediatric drug access, and efforts to address physician shortages, we urge for more decisive action and robust...

Children’s Healthcare Canada National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Statement

“Reconciliation is all around us. It isn’t limited to just one day, one moment, one act. The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is a reminder that when we acknowledge truth, listen to one another, and work together, we can build a more prosperous country where all children and families have equal access to services and opportunities.” 

- Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary May Simon, Governor General of Canada 

On September 30, Canada observes the National Day for Truth and...

Putting Families First: A Blueprint for a Healthier Canada in Budget 2025

Recommendations

1. Invest $1 million to develop a pan-Canadian children’s strategy that includes targets and timelines to enhance children’s health outcomes.
2. Invest $8 million annually to establish and operate an office for a Chief Children’s Health Officer.
3. Commit $10 billion over ten years for dedicated and protected ring-fenced funding to facilitate right-sizing children’s health systems across the continuum of care, including child health research.

Introduction

Children and youth in Canada are...

Children’s Health Organizations Unite to Urge Government Action on HESA Recommendations

Children’s Health Organizations Unite to Urge Government Action on HESA Child Health Study Recommendations

Ottawa, June 10, 2024 - Children’s Healthcare Canada, the Pediatric Chairs of Canada, the Canadian Paediatric Society, and the Canadian Association of Paediatric Nurses stand united today in calling upon the federal government to take immediate action to enact the recommendations made by the Standing Committee on Health (HESA) in their comprehensive study of child health. 

We recognize and applaud the alignment...

Moving Beyond Bandaids for Child and Youth Health on the Hill

We're pleased to share the successful outcomes of our recent advocacy efforts on Parliament Hill. We orchestrated a series of 36 meetings with 44 influential figures, including Ministers, MPs, Senators, and senior government officials. Together, we championed the cause of children and youth, shedding light on the pressing issues surrounding their health and wellbeing.

We also hosted a Child Health Reception, sponsored by Senator Moodie, our Parliamentary Caucus Chair, and attended by notable...