Advocacy
May 27, 2020
COVID-19 and Indigenous children in Canada: What can paediatricans do?
Topic(s): Advocacy
Many First Nations, Métis, and Inuit children and families are facing a colonial catch-22 when it comes to COVID-19. Enduring colonial legacies mean they are more prone to pre-existing conditions, placing them at higher risk for poor outcomes… Read more
July 16, 2018
Detention is still harming children at the US border
Topic(s): Advocacy
Migration is a long standing and complex issue with many causes and outcomes. At this critical moment it is important to reaffirm that the primary obligation of all healthcare practitioners is the health and wellbeing of anyone needing our care. Read more
June 25, 2018
What we can do for separated migrant children in the U.S.
Topic(s): Advocacy
In the wake of the ongoing tragedy at the U.S. border, what can Canadians expect as the summer months unfold? And more importantly, what can we do to ensure we treat children and their families with dignity, humanity, and compassion? Read more
June 5, 2018
Social paediatrics Hub meets children and families where they live
Topic(s): Advocacy
Based on the model developed by Dr. Gilles Julien, considered the father of social paediatrics in Canada, the Vanier Hub is based on the principles of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child and designed to consider the holistic needs of the… Read more
June 5, 2018
Children need healthy communities
Topic(s): Advocacy
The first step to improving child health and wellbeing in Northern Ontario is to focus on improving community health. That’s the message from participants at a forum co-hosted by the CPS and the Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority… Read more
January 18, 2018
Truth and Reconciliation: As paediatricians, how can we make a difference?
Topic(s): Advocacy
Many Canadians wonder what they can do to be an active participant in reconciliation. We’ve pulled out a few recommendations from the Truth and Reconicilation Commission of Canada's report that have particular relevance for child and… Read more
December 1, 2017
Paediatricians and social media: Why it’s time to join the conversation
Topic(s): Advocacy, Public education
Are you still on the fence about joining social media? CPS President Dr. Mike Dickinson has embraced his new role as a “tweetiatrician,” and feels it’s important for other doctors to do the same. Read more
April 26, 2017
Alberta kids with type 1 diabetes need better support at school
Topic(s): Advocacy
Pediatric residents from the University of Alberta and the University of Calgary are advocating for change when it comes to kids with type 1 diabetes and school policy. Read more
June 8, 2016
How can we model the RCPSC Health Advocate CanMEDS role?
Topic(s): Advocacy
Dr. Eleanor MacDougall talks about the vital advocacy role of PGY3 residents in the University of Manitoba’s Paediatric Residency Program. Read more
December 22, 2015
To make change, stay focused and be authentic: Physician advocates for refugee health
Topic(s): Advocacy, Professional education
As the first planes carrying Syrian refugees to Canada were heading toward Toronto in December, two of the city’s foremost physician advocates for newcomer health were sharing their experiences with more than 100 webinar participants across… Read more
Last updated: Aug 9, 2017