Healthcare Professionals
Obesity Canada is the country’s leading obesity registered charity association for healthcare professionals, researchers, trainees and students.
Obesity Canada provides guidelines for healthcare professionals, offer educational programs, promote public awareness, and advocate for evidence-based policies.
By combining research, education, and advocacy, Obesity Canada strives to improve the understanding and management of obesity while supporting individuals affected by this disease.
Recent News:
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 [...]
Call for Nominations to the Board of Directors
Obesity Canada is Canada's leading obesity registered charity for health professionals, researchers, students, trainees, policy makers and Canadians living [...]
INFORMAS Canada FOOD EPI-2023 Report
Obesity Canada is proud to endorse the INFORMAS Canada FOOD EPI-2023 report. Obesity Canada is pleased to support the [...]
Conference Reflections from Jordyn Cox
This blog was written by Master’s student and recipient of one of the New Investigator Research Training Travel Awards [...]
Conference Reflections from Dana Lowry
This blog was written by PhD Candidate and recipient of one of the New Investigator Research Training Travel Awards [...]
Conference Reflections from Dr. Katey Park
This blog was written by Post Doctoral Fellow and recipient of one of the New Investigator Research Training Travel [...]
Media Coverage: Wegovy set to launch in Canada
Collated articles covering the Wegovy release in Canada. Read the press release Nicole Ireland - Canadian Press - Wegovy [...]
Posting Closed. We Are Hiring: Education Coordinator
April 13, 2024 - POSTING CLOSED Location: Remote, Canada Duration: Full-time, 1 year contract with the possibility of extension [...]
Honoring Dr. Taniya Nagpal: Recipient of the TOPS New Investigator Award for Advancements in Obesity and Pregnancy Research
Celebrating Excellence: Dr. Taniya Nagpal's Impact on Obesity and Pregnancy Research Obesity Canada proudly recognizes Dr. Taniya Nagpal, the [...]