More science, less stigma.
Obesity is a chronic disease. It’s time to treat it like one.
5 facts about obesity that everyone needs to know
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Obesity is a chronic disease.
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Obesity is driven by biology, not choice.
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Health effects of obesity can start early.
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Obesity is treatable.
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Weight bias, stigma, and discrimination are harmful.
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For allies
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For employers
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Building a better future for Canadians
We’re building a world where stigma no longer defines obesity—where care is guided by respect, compassion, and science.
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Stories that are shaping the future
It has come to our attention that a company is fraudulently using Obesity Canada’s name, logo, and the image of our founder, Dr. Arya Sharma, to promote an unregulated Moringa-based supplement falsely marketed as a …
First Canadian update in nearly 20 years prioritizes improvements in health and quality of life over weight loss outcomes. April 14, 2025 EDMONTON, AB – Healthcare providers and families have a new roadmap to support …
You’ve heard this before: “If kids just ate better and moved more, we wouldn’t have a childhood obesity problem.” You’ve probably also heard: “Let’s wait and see—maybe they’ll grow out of it or grow into …
