Obesity Canada
Obesity Canada is a leading organization in Canada that addresses the complex issue of obesity. We provide guidelines for healthcare professionals, offer professional educational programs, promote public awareness, and advocate for evidence-based policies.
By combining education, research, and advocacy, Obesity Canada strives to improve the understanding and management of obesity while supporting individuals affected by this disease.
Obesity is a prevalent, complex, progressive and relapsing chronic disease, characterized by abnormal or excessive body fat (adiposity), that impairs health. Obesity is a chronic disease, which means it lasts for a long time and requires ongoing management. It’s not something that can be easily fixed overnight. It’s like having a condition that needs regular attention and care, just like other chronic diseases such as diabetes or high blood pressure.
Media Coverage: Wegovy set to launch in Canada
Collated articles covering the Wegovy release in Canada. [...]
Recent News:
Elevate Your Obesity Practice at NCOU 2025 — A Message from Our Scientific Director
As a clinician-scientist and an educator deeply involved in obesity management and education, I’m excited about the upcoming National [...]
Our Recent Achievements: A Message from Our Executive Director
Hello everyone, It's been a month since I joined Obesity Canada as the Executive Director, and what an incredible learning [...]
Advocating for Change: My Meeting with MP Ziad Aboultaif
Blog post by Nicole Pearce, Director of Education I recently had the privilege of meeting with MP Ziad Aboultaif to [...]
Obesity Canada Appoints Lisa Schaffer as New Executive Director
Edmonton, Alberta, July 9th, 2024 – Obesity Canada is pleased to announce the appointment of Lisa Schaffer as the new [...]
Celebrating Excellence: Dr. Kerri Delaney and Kurt Tulsieram Receive the Canadian Obesity Fellowship
Celebrating Excellence: Dr. Kerri Delaney and Kurt Tulsieram Receive the Canadian Obesity Fellowship Obesity Canada is thrilled to announce [...]
Obesity Canada Supports The Society of Gynecologic Oncology of Canada and the Alberta Cancer Foundation
Join Us for the Run for Her Life 2024 in Support of Gynecologic Cancer Awareness We are thrilled to [...]