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Canadian Burn Survivors Association - Referrals, information and links to world-wide support organizations.
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada - National organization responsible for setting and maintaining the standards for postgraduate medical education, for certifying specialist physicians and surgeons, and promoting their continued education.
The Association Of Canadian Medical Colleges - The association is concerned with medical education and biomedical and health research. Offers background, news, publications, issues and links to Canadian faculties of medicine.
Association of Healthcare Philanthropy Canada - Educational organization and advocacy body for healthcare fundraising professionals.
Addiction Intervention Association - Voluntary, non-profit organization for the certification of alcohol and drug counselors. Provides local chapter listings, membership information and job postings.
Canadian Bioethics Society - A multidisciplinary society of professionals and students concerned with the ethical and humane aspects of health care. Links to educational resources and the society's newsletter are available on the site.
BIOTECanada - A national organization representing other health care, agricultural, food, and research groups involved in biotechnology. Provides education about the field of biotechnology and its applications.
National Blood Safety Council - Provides forums, news, links and other information on blood saftey issues.
Canadian Association of Emergency Physicians - Provides national guidelines for the practice of emergency medicine, as well as keeping physicians informed of developments in this field.
Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists - A national certifying body for radiological, radiation, nuclear medicine, and magnetic resonance professionals. Also provides training and continued education to its members.
Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists - An organization providing services, products and networking opportunities to its members.
Canadian Council of Cardiovascular Nurses - Represents Canadian nurses interested in heart health and practicing in the cardiovascular field and offers information on conferences, news, standards, national committees and provincial links.
Canadian Association of Radiation Oncologists - A professional organization offering educational materials, employment opportunities and news bulletins.
Canadian Committee on Antibiotic Resistance - An organization working with government and non-profit associations towards educating the public and health care professionals about antibiotic use.
Canadian Cancer Etiology Research Network - Canadian organization open to Canadian researchers from any discipline interested in cancer etiology.
Canadian Complementary Medical Association - A network of physicians, osteopaths, residents and medical students with a special interest or expertise in complementary medicine. Provides public education and research opportunities.
Canadian Cardiovascular Society - Offers information on the structure, activities, and policies of the society and describes cardiovascular research and resources in Canada.
World Cervicogenic Headache Society - Organization of physicians and other health care professionals studying the relationship of neck pathology to headaches and providing education on this topic.
Canadian Healthcare Association - A federation of provincial and territorial hospital and health organizations. In addition to information on their involvement in policy development and advocacy, an extensive list of their publications is available.
The Canadian Orthoptic Society - A professional organization providing continuing education, news updates, job postings and networking opportunities for its members.
Community and Hospital Infection Control Association - Dedicated to improving the health of Canadians by promoting excellence in the practice of infection prevention and control.
North American Chronic Pain Association of Canada - NACPAC is a national self-help organization dedicated to providing support to people in chronic pain, and to giving them assistance in living their lives to the fullest.
Canadian Medical Association - Provides information about the organization, its policies and activities. Resources include online medical journals, clinical practice guidelines, and health care news.
The Canadian Orthopaedic Association - Providing continuing medical education, membership and fellowship information as well as selected news and scientific articles.
Canadian Oncology Societies (COS) - A professional association for physicians, nurses and pharmacy professionals involved in cancer research and treatment. Facilitates professional communication between members.
Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association - A national organization providing advocacy, research opportunities, and seeking to raise awareness about palliative care.
Canadian Public Health Association - A national, independent, voluntary association representing and providing education about public health issues.
Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology - Provides information about the society, conferences, publications, press releases and offers a physical activity guide.
Canadian Society for International Health - Includes information about this voluntary organization as well as publications and details about travel clinics.
Canadian Women's Health Network - A network of individuals, groups, organizations and institutions concerned with women's health. The CWHN recognizes the importance of information sharing, education and advocacy in this field.
Canadian Dermatology Association - Provides continuing medical education for its members, advocates for improved patient care and provides public education on several aspects of skin care.
Dietitians of Canada - Diet plays an important role in a healthy lifestyle. The national association of Canadian registered dietitians offers resources for consumers and other health professionals.
Canadian Podiatric Medical Students Association - Promoting communication between medical students and podiatrists, as well as providing a directory of podiatrists.
Canadian Health Coalition - An advocacy group representing unions, seniors, women, students, consumers and health care professionals, towards preserving Medicare and improving the health system.
The Islet Foundation - Islet xenotransplantation has reversed diabetes in people and monkeys without immunosuppressive drugs, and may deliver the cure within this decade.
Institute for Work and Health - Details about this not-for-profit organization dedicated to preventing workplace disability, improved treatment, and optimal recovery.
Medical Council of Canada - Created by the Canada Medical Act, promotes a qualification in medicine, maintains the Canadian Medical Register, and supports research in the field of medical examinations.
Canadian MedicAlert Foundation - Emergency medical information service provides identification bracelets, and 24hr-accessible computerized medical files to medical personnel.
Doctors without Borders - Official site of 1999 Nobel Peace Prize winning humanitarian organisation featuring work by award winning documentary photographer Conrad Duroseau and others.
Nonprescription Drug Manufacturers Association of Canada - Represents manufacturers, advertisers and distributors of self-care products such as nonprescription medications, herbal remedies/natural health products, nutritional supplements, and home diagnostic kits. Also active in the regulation of the latter products in conjunction with the government and health sectors.
National United Professional Association of Trained Homeopaths - Professional organization providing a directory of practitioners, membership information and general details about homeopathy.
Canadian Association of Prosthetists and Orthotists - Information on new initiatives, professional issues, certification news, and general information.
Canadian Podiatric Medical Association - A professional organization of 200 members having received their education in the United States, and aiming to provide public education about foot care.
Canadian Red Cross - News and information about fundraising, volunteering and relief programs as well as job listings.
St. John Ambulance Canada - A humanitarian organization offering first aid training, volunteering opportunities, medical supplies and safety information.
The Society of Obstetricians and Gyneacologists of Canada - Establishes clinical practice guidelines, provides consumer information as well as services for its members such as continuing education and conferences.
Society of Rural Physicians of Canada - A voluntary, professional organization aiming to provide support to its members and engaging in research dealing with rural health issues.
Starlight Children's Foundation - A non-profit organization that lifts the spirits of seriously ill children and their loved ones with a variety of innovative programs, services and events.
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