Advocacy

In Fall 2024, the Alberta government tabled legislation prohibiting the delivery of gender-affirming care to minors. Children’s Healthcare Canada strongly opposes any legislation that interferes with the autonomy of licensed physicians to make healthcare decisions in close collaboration with patients and their families. In addition to concerns compromising the patient-provider relationship, this legislation will most certainly negatively impact the physical, mental and sexual health of children and youth in the province.  

As the year draws to a close, Children's Healthcare Canada is reflecting on opportunities to improve experiences and outcomes of healthcare for children and youth in Canada.