To more closely examine the problematic nature of “healthy weight”[1] social messages, it is important to consider whether or not everyone who has a large body has obesity. It is a common belief that obesity is defined by examining [...]
COVID-19 has produced pronounced stress as we manage physical distancing or self-isolation. Feeling stressed leads some of us to crave comfort foods, which might serve as a way of coping, regardless of whether we are aware of it or not. When [...]
Today’s post comes from Jackie Brown. Jackie is a Research Assistant in the Centre for Global Child Health at the Hospital for Sick Children. She is also the current Resource Coordinator of the OC-SNP National Executive. In Canada, we are [...]
Click here to find a clinic near you. The Clinic locator was designed to help you identify potential treatment and support resources in your area. It was compiled by the Obesity Canada based on an environmental scan first conducted [...]
Today’s post comes from Jackie Brown. Jackie is a Research Assistant in the Centre for Global Child Health at The Hospital for Sick Children. She is also the current Resource Coordinator of the OC-SNP National Executive Every new year brings a [...]
By Kelly Moen Let me start at the beginning. "You're fat because you eat too much. You need to eat less and move more." This is the mantra I have heard my entire life, yet the advice has little to no effect [...]
On April 27, 2019 Obesity Canada held it first ever public workshop, giving individuals living with obesity the opportunity to learn and engage with some OC experts on a variety of topics. The event included the following speakers and topics: Arya Sharma, [...]
My name is Olaf Nyhus, and I want tell you a little more about myself. I have struggled with obesity my entire life. I trained as a chef and working long hours, plus, never really having a regular schedule made eating healthy [...]
Each month, OC shines the spotlight on the great things our volunteers and partners are doing to improve the lives of individuals living with obesity. Who are you, what do you do and what is your lived experience with obesity? My [...]
Allow me to introduce myself – my name is Lisa Schaffer and I am the newly elected chair of Obesity Canada’s Public Engagement Committee (PEC). I’ve had the opportunity to work with Obesity Canada’s amazing staff, volunteers and funding partners as a [...]
