THE ONTARIO PUBLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION
Registered Name: THE ONTARIO PUBLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION
Business No: 119248771RR0001
This organization is designated by Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) as a registered charity. They comply with the CRA's requirements and has been issued a charitable registration number.
OPHA -- with its in-house Nutrition Connections centre -- promotes healthy communities through health promotion, protection and prevention.
Our Mission
The Ontario Public Health Association (OPHA) provides leadership on issues affecting the public's health, and strengthens the impact of people who are active in public and community health.
Our Role
OPHA seeks better health outcomes for all based on prevention, the social determinants of health, and equity principles. Since 1949, OPHA has been a champion for health promotion, protection and prevention. Its members come from various backgrounds, disciplines and sectors, and have been leading change on issues such as tobacco control, poverty reduction, and chronic disease prevention, increased access to oral health care and active transportation, among others.
Our Work
Through education, research, advocating and collaboration, the OPHA:
- Educates on issues ranging from road safety, climate change to reproductive health;
- Acts as a voice for public health and citizens concerned about health;
- Brings workgroups together to examine evidence and develop policy and programs for the betterment of public health; and,
- Collaborates and partners with academics, researchers and others to advance health and well-being.
For more information, please see www.opha.on.ca
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