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Understanding the factors contributing to alcohol use among Indigenous youth can foster the development of relevant intervention practices.

This publication introduces the Healthy Communities Partnership led by Grey Bruce Public Health, in Ontario, as an example of Health in All Policies (HiAP). This case summary is part of a series developed by the Canadian Network for Health in All Policies to document the current state and variety of HiAP initiatives being implemented in Canada. It is intended for public health actors and other actors interested in HiAP, and aims to advance knowledge of HiAP, highlight effective practices,……

The predicted increase in the frequency of episodes of extreme heat and cold related to climate change will have an impact on active modes of travel or transportation. For example, they may limit access to certain essential services in both summer and winter. 

This publication introduces the Healthy Public Policy Unit of Vancouver Coastal Health in British Columbia, as an example of Health in All Policies (HiAP). 

This publication introduces the government of Québec’s Politique gouvernementale de prévention en santé (Government Policy for Health Prevention), as an example of a Health in All Policies (HiAP) approach. This case summary is part of a series developed by the Canadian Network for Health in All Policies to document the current state and variety of implementations of the HiAP approach in Canada. It is intended for public health actors and other actors interested in HiAP, and aims to…

From Tiny Tot to Toddler is a practical guide that contains scientifically supported information about pregnancy, delivery and the first two years of a child’s life. A free printed guide is given to all new Québec parents at the beginning of pregnancy follow-up. Parents involved in an adoption process can also receive a free guide.

Ce rapport est le fruit de la contribution de chercheurs et de praticiens provenant d’universités et du réseau de la santé à travers le Québec. En plus de présenter la perspective de santé publique en prévention de la violence, il aborde dix thématiques liées à la violence dans différents milieux et à différents stades de la vie. Il s’agit de la violence et de la maltraitance dans l’enfance, des agressions sexuelles, de la violence dans les relations amoureuses des jeunes, de la…

This knowledge synthesis was prepared at the request of the Ministry of Health and Social Services and funded under the Indigenous health agreement. It follows from an update to the Stratégie gouvernementale pour l’égalité entre les femmes et les hommes (gender equality strategy) drawn up by the Secrétariat à la condition féminine du Québec in response to a guideline calling for the promotion of Indigenous perspectives on gender equality in support of actions by various stakeholders involved…

Perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) form a complex group of chemicals comprising thousands of fluorinated organic compounds.

In Québec and around the world, growing urbanization of territories and current demographic, socioeconomic, cultural, environmental and health issues are having a significant impact on the health and quality of life of populations.