Canadian Association of
Nurses for the Environment
Association canadienne des infirmières
et infirmiers pour l'environnement
Earth Month takes place during April every year. It’s a time to raise environmental awareness and create consciousness around the issues that affect mother nature during this time of crisis. Every April, leaders, and environmental activists from all over the world join hands to create sustainable development and offer climate solutions, to minimize our carbon […]
Description Join us for a conversation on how cities and communities across Canada are navigating extreme weather events and demonstrating leadership when it comes to strengthening local climate adaptation and resilience. We’ll be diving into this topic with Rebecca Alty, Mayor of Yellowknife, and Don Iveson, former Mayor of Edmonton and Executive Advisor of Climate […]
May 5 is the National Day of Awareness and Action for Honouring MMIWG2S+. As you reflect on this day, we encourage you to consider the deep and ongoing connection between violence against the land and violence against Indigenous women, girls, and gender diverse people. As you reflect on this day, we encourage you to consider […]
During Emergency Preparedness Week (May 4 to May 10), PreparedBC will be hosting five webinars with experts from the field on how to increase preparedness and resiliency. Register today! • Inclusive preparedness | May 5 Learn the three steps to getting prepared for an emergency and some of the things you may want to consider […]
Description This Technical Meeting, co-hosted by WHO and Unitaid, will provide a platform to discuss priority actions and successful experiences to advance towards climate-resilient and environmentally sustainable health supply chains. Discussions will explore strategies for strengthening supply chains, reducing environmental impact, and ensuring equitable access to essential health commodities in the face of climate change. […]
During Emergency Preparedness Week (May 4 to May 10), PreparedBC will be hosting five webinars with experts from the field on how to increase preparedness and resiliency. Register today! Cultural safety and preparedness | May 6 Cultural safety is an important part of preparedness and community resilience. Learn what cultural safety is and how to […]
Description This workshop will provide an overview of the impact of frequent heat events on health and equity in our communities. We will explore the role played by local governments in responding to heat events, introduce CAP’s Indoor Heat Bylaw Project, and review North American maximum temperature bylaws. Finally, you will hear from the Canadian […]
Description Want to hear what we are thinking about after the federal election? Join us for a post-election webinar, where we’ll talk about opportunities and policy solutions to advance our environmental goals in the context of a new federal government. Date: May 7, 2025 Time: 3:00-4:00pm Pacific Time Online via Zoom Registration https://share.hsforms.com/1VAwRPPsgSE-d2WXr9l-qZAe6a33
During Emergency Preparedness Week (May 4 to May 10), PreparedBC will be hosting five webinars with experts from the field on how to increase preparedness and resiliency. Register today! Animal preparedness | May 7 Animals are part of family, and in an emergency, we’re in it together. Learn how to keep your animals safe during […]
Description Dr. Gohlke is a Professor in the Department of Population Health Sciences at Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, VA. She received her BS in Biology from University of Michigan, PhD from the University of Washington Department of Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences, and completed postdoctoral training at NIEHS. Her research to date has utilized a […]
During Emergency Preparedness Week (May 4 to May 10), PreparedBC will be hosting five webinars with experts from the field on how to increase preparedness and resiliency. Register today! Insurance: why it matters | May 8 Learn from experts about how home insurance is one of the best ways to protect yourself and the people […]
During Emergency Preparedness Week (May 4 to May 10), PreparedBC will be hosting five webinars with experts from the field on how to increase preparedness and resiliency. Register today! In it together: community preparedness | May 9 Our final Emergency Preparedness Week webinar on community preparedness will be happening on May 9 at 5:30 PM […]
Join the Canadian Nurses Association to take part in a critical discussion about the essential role that nurses play in Indigenous health care: learning from the past, recognizing both the strengths and challenges that exist in the present, and striving for much needed systemic change in the future. Joignez-vous à nous pour participer à une […]
Description THE GLOBE AND MAIL PRESENTS: Businesses across Canada’s economy have embarked on programs to achieve net zero emissions. Despite strong momentum over the past several years, these programs face new challenges related to policy shifts in the U.S., a federal leadership change and the withdrawal from net zero alliances by major corporations. Where do we […]
Speakers: Dion Thevarge (he/him) RN BScN MBA (N'Quatqua, St'at'imc Nation), Executive Director, Indigenous Nursing Jordyn Bonfonti (they/them) MA (White settler), Coordinator, Anti-Racism, Justice and Equity Praxis Support Program Join NNPBC hosts Dion and Jordyn for a lunch and learn session on: - Introducing the Executive Director for Indigenous Nursing at NNPBC - NNPBC commitment to […]
Description Join us during National Nursing Week for a webinar featuring nurse leaders from across Canada. They will explore the intersection of planetary health with nursing policy, research, education, and practice. Nurses are uniquely positioned to champion sustainable health-care practices, influence environmental policy, drive innovative research, and integrate planetary health into nursing education. This panel […]
Description This FREE annual Showcase is hosted by The Centre For Sustainable Healthcare. Sustainability in Quality Improvement #SusQI is proven to enhance the quality and value of healthcare delivery, improve patient outcomes whilst contributing to our net zero goals. Learn from your peers about SusQI in action. Whether you are an organisational lead, manager, clinician, […]
May 13, 9am PT | 12pm ET | 1pm AT Online via Zoom Free registration Join Métis pharmacist Amy Lamb, Executive Director of the Indigenous Pharmacy Professionals of Canada, as she shares her experiences supporting pharmacy services to Indigenous communities as a front-line pharmacy professional and systems advocate. This webinar will focus on the experiences of […]
Description Join us as we launch the Perinatal Planetary Health Assessment Tool (PERIPHAT), developed through a rigorous research process including Modified Delphi method and content analysis. This tool offers healthcare professionals an evidence-based approach to assessing perinatal planetary issues, navigating the impact on pregnancy outcomes. Together we can empower perinatal families to face these challenges […]
Description Event by Canadian Urban Environmental Health Research Consortium (CANUE) Join us for our second webinar of a new project funded by the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM). In collaboration with the Canadian Health Association for Sustainability and Equity (CHASE), this project will allow municipal staff to identify, prepare for, and minimize the health risks […]
Presented by: Steven Cairns, RN PhD Dominique Baillargeon, RN Carmen Hust Nancy Brookes, RN Join us this Nurses Week for an inspiring webinar that celebrates nurses leading the way in environmental awareness and climate-conscious care! Hosted by the Canadian Coalition for Green Health Care, PEACH Health Ontario, Canadian Association of Nurses for the Environment, and […]
Description As artificial intelligence (AI) continues its rapid integration in health care and our daily lives, the need for nursing to engage with this technology also intensifies. Opportunities to enrich digital literacy for all nurses will allow the profession to step into critical AI conversations regarding ethics, efficacy, design and implementation, regulation, policy, and education. […]
These are tough times for talking about climate change. At the political level, the issue has become more polarized, and in everyday life, people are overwhelmed by immediate concerns like affordability and security. In this context, it can be hard to know how or even whether to bring up climate change at all. In this […]
Description This session will begin with a special celebration of the recipients of the King Charles III Coronation Medal — individuals whose outstanding contributions reflect the values of service, environmental stewardship, youth empowerment, and diversity championed by His Majesty. We will unveil the full list of recipients, all of whom have made tangible contributions to […]
About this event Opportunities for Large-Scale Climate Action Tue, May 20, 2025 9:00 AM - 10:15 AM PDT The primary focus of this event is to create awareness of the opportunities for large-scale climate action and encourage collaboration to implement this action. Prior to our event, we invite everyone to view the four related videos […]
Description This workshop will explore the role of legislation as a response to heat events, introducing the model maximum temperature bylaw. Municipal staff will share their experiences in developing and implementing bylaws, key considerations, and lessons learned. You’ll also hear about how municipalities can lead the charge in advocating for provincial heat adaptation efforts, including […]
You're Invited to the PEACH Health Ontario Conference 2025! PEACH Health Ontario is thrilled to announce their first conference on May 21, 2025 taking place in Hamilton, Ontario. The theme for this conference is Environmental Sustainability in Primary Healthcare! The focus will be on advancing sustainability and climate action in primary care. Register now to […]
Description As climate change continues to pose significant challenges to global health, healthcare systems must adapt to reduce their environmental impact. This session offers global perspectives on the intersection of healthcare and climate change, including insights from New Zealand and Australia. Dr. John Bonning will discuss how stewardship and incorporating Choosing Wisely principles can help […]
In this webinar, community members from multiple remote communities across BC will share their lived experiences with food access and reflect on how conditions have changed – or remained the same – since their original stories were shared as part of the Food Access and Climate Change Impact Stories project. We would like to reiterate that everyone […]
Description The GCCHE is offering virtual consultation with faculty peers who have personal experience implementing climate and planetary health content into their institution’s curricula. Join us to discuss your practical, administrative, and conceptual challenges to integrating curriculum at your institution, receive personalized support, and grow your collegial network. Health educators across all faculties and disciplines […]
May 29th, 9am PT | 12pm ET | 1pm AT Online via Zoom Free registration Sustainability issues arise in every unit and across every function. Establishing a cross-functional team with expertise that spans all functions is critical to implementing complex organizational changes – and so is formalizing this team to promote more effective and coordinated […]