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capacity limits increase for various activities in quebec on monday

this next step in the province's deconfinement plan will also see some activities reopen.

montreal gazette

世界杯决赛2022

feb 22 2022

venues like the bell centre will allow fans again as of feb. 21.

notley: budget must relieve pressure on families, protect public health care

rachel notley

世界杯决赛2022

feb 22 2022

alberta ndp official opposition leader rachel notley speaks to the media prior to the first in a series of budget town halls, in edmonton tuesday sept. 10, 2019. file photo.

loved ones of black man killed by calgary officer refute police claims

'this is a serious issue. systemic racism is rife and alive in our society'

michael rodriguez

世界杯决赛2022

feb 22 2022

community members and family gathered at the somali canadian society of calgary to express their concerns on how police shot and killed latjor tuel in calgary on monday, february 21, 2022.

sex files: how to date a recovering addict

lisa machado

世界杯决赛2022

feb 21 2022

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cannabis hacks to make the most of the weed experience

solutions ranging from extending the life of a stash to grinding one’s own flower in a pinch.

lisa machado

世界杯决赛2022

feb 21 2022

dropping a clean penny in a pillbox containing weed and shaking will serve as an instant grinder. /

how to prepare quebec's fragile health-care system for the next covid-19 wave

with epidemiologists predicting further covid-19 waves are imminent, the focus turns to what quebec can do to prepare itself for the next surge.

lisa machado

世界杯决赛2022

feb 21 2022

even with diminished covid cases, quebec hospitals will be fully booked for years with the backlog of cases, including more than 150,000 surgeries.

cannabis shown to be an effective treatment option for back pain: study review

“in each study, there was a quantifiable advantage of cannabis therapy for alleviating back pain. there were no serious adverse effects reported.”

sam riches

世界杯决赛2022

feb 18 2022

participants consumed cannabinoids orally or by smoking or vaporizing, and the type of cannabis varied between dried flower thc, and synthetic cannabinoids dronabinol and nabilone. /

magic with mushrooms

stu mcnish

世界杯决赛2022

feb 18 2022

order of canada recipient robert hancock, a globally renowned ubc microbiologist and canada research chair in health and genomics.

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canadian centre for caregiving excellence

healthing.ca partners with the canadian centre for caregiving excellence

the canadian centre for caregiving excellence supports and empowers caregivers and care providers, advances the knowledge and capacity of the caregiving field, and advocates for effective and visionary social policy, with a disability-informed approach.

healthing.ca

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

feb 7 2023

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supporting caregivers and care providers

the canadian centre for caregiving excellence is a new initiative incubated and powered by the azrieli foundation.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

portrait of young woman with down syndrome and her mother

events for caregivers and care providers

discover events for caregivers and care providers from the canadian centre for caregiving excellence.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

a group of women have a serious discussion about the proposed budget for their department.

caregiver resources

caregivers and caregiving organizations across the country have created tools and resources to support and empower caregivers in their role.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

two friends with disability in rehabilitation centre watching digital tablet.

savvy siblings builds financial security for people with disabilities

more people with disabilities are outliving their parents than ever before. as a result, more siblings are transitioning into caregiving roles.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

people working graphic

understanding the needs of caregivers in nunavut

the canadian centre for caregiving excellence is investing in a cross-territory mapping exercise to better understand the needs and challenges of those who provide care in nunavut.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

a landscape view of iqualuit, nunavut.

healthing.ca partners with the canadian centre for caregiving excellence

the canadian centre for caregiving excellence supports and empowers caregivers and care providers, advances the knowledge and capacity of the caregiving field, and advocates for effective and visionary social policy, with a disability-informed approach.

healthing.ca

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

feb 7 2023

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supporting caregivers and care providers

the canadian centre for caregiving excellence is a new initiative incubated and powered by the azrieli foundation.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

portrait of young woman with down syndrome and her mother

events for caregivers and care providers

discover events for caregivers and care providers from the canadian centre for caregiving excellence.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

a group of women have a serious discussion about the proposed budget for their department.

caregiver resources

caregivers and caregiving organizations across the country have created tools and resources to support and empower caregivers in their role.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

two friends with disability in rehabilitation centre watching digital tablet.

events for caregivers and care providers

discover events for caregivers and care providers from the canadian centre for caregiving excellence.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

a group of women have a serious discussion about the proposed budget for their department.

caregiver resources

caregivers and caregiving organizations across the country have created tools and resources to support and empower caregivers in their role.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

two friends with disability in rehabilitation centre watching digital tablet.

savvy siblings builds financial security for people with disabilities

more people with disabilities are outliving their parents than ever before. as a result, more siblings are transitioning into caregiving roles.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

people working graphic

understanding the needs of caregivers in nunavut

the canadian centre for caregiving excellence is investing in a cross-territory mapping exercise to better understand the needs and challenges of those who provide care in nunavut.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

a landscape view of iqualuit, nunavut.

healthing.ca partners with the canadian centre for caregiving excellence

the canadian centre for caregiving excellence supports and empowers caregivers and care providers, advances the knowledge and capacity of the caregiving field, and advocates for effective and visionary social policy, with a disability-informed approach.

healthing.ca

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

feb 7 2023

23-81 verifiedvoicefeatimage-ccce r1

supporting caregivers and care providers

the canadian centre for caregiving excellence is a new initiative incubated and powered by the azrieli foundation.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

portrait of young woman with down syndrome and her mother

events for caregivers and care providers

discover events for caregivers and care providers from the canadian centre for caregiving excellence.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

a group of women have a serious discussion about the proposed budget for their department.

caregiver resources

caregivers and caregiving organizations across the country have created tools and resources to support and empower caregivers in their role.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

two friends with disability in rehabilitation centre watching digital tablet.

events for caregivers and care providers

discover events for caregivers and care providers from the canadian centre for caregiving excellence.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

a group of women have a serious discussion about the proposed budget for their department.

caregiver resources

caregivers and caregiving organizations across the country have created tools and resources to support and empower caregivers in their role.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

two friends with disability in rehabilitation centre watching digital tablet.

savvy siblings builds financial security for people with disabilities

more people with disabilities are outliving their parents than ever before. as a result, more siblings are transitioning into caregiving roles.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

people working graphic

understanding the needs of caregivers in nunavut

the canadian centre for caregiving excellence is investing in a cross-territory mapping exercise to better understand the needs and challenges of those who provide care in nunavut.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

a landscape view of iqualuit, nunavut.

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obesity matters

understanding the childhood obesity epidemic: environment, genetics and education

the entire society has to work together to end childhood obesity, and the onus cannot be put on parents or just one group of people.

angelica bottaro

sep 18 2024

one in three children have obesity in canada, a three-fold increase in the last 30 years.

the toll of obesity: long-term impact, access to care and insurance support

“people living with obesity have a right to tackle their disease, to be treated just like someone who has migraines or hypertension. it’s just basic human rights."

angelica bottaro

sep 6 2024

neda nasseri, product director of benefits at desjardins insurance and advisory board member with obesity matters; rachel atkins, board vice-chair, director of strategy, and patient advocate with obesity matters; and dr. david attalla, internal medicine and obesity medicine physician. (left to right)

leaders in health: dr. sean wharton and compassion in obesity medicine

while the mantra “eat less and move more” continues to be advised by some healthcare practitioners for people living with obesity, dr. sean wharton has brought greater compassion and understanding to the healthcare community and his own clinic.

karen hawthorne

aug 21 2024

dr. sean wharton started his clinic in 2008 to put weight and its associated risks of type 2 diabetes, fatty liver disease and osteoarthritis, among others, at the forefront because people with obesity deserve medical treatment.

world obesity day 2024: 'my hope is that we can drop the judgment and look for solutions’

five advocates shared their thoughts on what they felt was the most important issue facing the obesity community.

dave yasvinski

obesity matters

mar 4 2024

obesity has emerged as a global health crisis, with the fastest growth rates in low- and middle-income countries.

obesity matters policy roundtable: breaking barriers to obesity treatment and acceptance

tackling stigma in the media, educating health care providers and lobbying policymakers are just a few of the challenges that this national advocacy organization is taking on.

robin roberts

nov 14 2023

science has finally recognized that obesity is a chronic, progressive disease that has more to do with genetics and environmental factors than a person’s willpower.

unlock a healthier way of eating: the flexitarian diet

among the many health benefits provided by a flexitarian diet, a lowered risk of chronic disease is perhaps the most notable.

obesity matters

obesity matters

sep 20 2023

as such, the flexitarian diet fits well into a wide range of cultures, preferences and dietary needs while providing variety. getty

obesity 'in your own words' book aims to raise awareness and spark compassion

eight extraordinary canadians bravely shared pieces of their life with obesity in the form of letters to their younger selves, and despite stigma, discrimination and hurtful stereotypes, these are stories of hope, resilience and recovery.

maja begovic

mar 17 2023

obesity is a disease that could be cured with awareness, understanding and compassion. getty

unlock a healthier way of eating: the flexitarian diet

among the many health benefits provided by a flexitarian diet, a lowered risk of chronic disease is perhaps the most notable.

obesity matters

obesity matters

sep 20 2023

as such, the flexitarian diet fits well into a wide range of cultures, preferences and dietary needs while providing variety. getty

obesity 'in your own words' book aims to raise awareness and spark compassion

eight extraordinary canadians bravely shared pieces of their life with obesity in the form of letters to their younger selves, and despite stigma, discrimination and hurtful stereotypes, these are stories of hope, resilience and recovery.

maja begovic

mar 17 2023

obesity is a disease that could be cured with awareness, understanding and compassion. getty

food addiction is not about willpower, says recovering food addict dr. vera tarman

if you think about food all the time, behave in embarrassing ways around food and don’t want people to see how you eat, you may be a food addict, says dr. tarman.

karen hawthorne

mar 14 2023

compulsive overeating is like any addiction — you can't stop even if you want to. but with information and support, there's hope for recovery, says dr. tarman. getty

weight loss isn't just about eating less and moving more

dietitian and weight loss coach tedi nikova uses a combination of cognitive behavioural therapy, acceptance therapy and commitment therapy to help clients overcome unhealthy relationships with food.

karen hawthorne

mar 13 2023

diet culture gets us to believe that there are the good foods and bad foods for weight loss. but "a cupcake is just a cupcake," says tedi nikova. getty

obesity treatment: 'stop talking to patients like they are children'

dr. sean wharton is working towards changing how we understand obesity, from how doctors treat patients to society's perspectives: "african-american women carry their weight on their hips and thighs. yet, they’re demonized when they should just be called beautiful."

karen hawthorne

mar 10 2023

dr. sean wharton is the medical director of the wharton medical clinic, a researcher and advocate for health equity in canada. supplied

happiness doesn't depend on your weight, says gillian mandich, happiness expert

social connection determines happiness more than money, gender, race, where we live, education, and even the number on the scale.

karen hawthorne

mar 9 2023

how happy you are is influenced by genetics, your environment, and your thoughts, actions and behaviours. getty

obesity matters imagines acceptance and equity in care on world obesity day

in just a few short years, obesity matters has united individuals, families, communities, and organizations to create awareness around obesity as a chronic condition, but there's more work to be done.

priti chawla

obesity matters

mar 2 2023

priti chawla is the executive director of obesity matters. supplied

happiness doesn't depend on your weight, says gillian mandich, happiness expert

social connection determines happiness more than money, gender, race, where we live, education, and even the number on the scale.

karen hawthorne

mar 9 2023

how happy you are is influenced by genetics, your environment, and your thoughts, actions and behaviours. getty

obesity matters imagines acceptance and equity in care on world obesity day

in just a few short years, obesity matters has united individuals, families, communities, and organizations to create awareness around obesity as a chronic condition, but there's more work to be done.

priti chawla

obesity matters

mar 2 2023

priti chawla is the executive director of obesity matters. supplied

living with obesity: 'i know what it feels like for someone to assume you are lesser than you are because you have a couple of extra kilos'

aashni shah has a message for others who are living with obesity: "stop looking at the number on the scale, find the things that inspire you, and start focusing on what you want your life to look like."

robin roberts

sep 21 2022

aashni shah is an entrepreneur, running two start-ups, elixir labs and hypedocs. supplied

five myths about obesity

obesity is a complex disease, and a lack of proper information can lead to the formation of some potentially harmful myths.

nick beare and obesity matters

obesity matters

may 19 2022

obesity is a chronic disease that is hard to manage with just diet and exercise, says dr. sandy van. getty

no shame or blame: the real truth about fats

learning the difference between good fats and unhealthy fats is key to a balanced diet.

nick beare and obesity matters

obesity matters

mar 4 2022

selection of healthy fat sources on wooden background

'i’ve been healed from the inside out': tanya bender shares how cbt changed her relationship with food

for tanya bender, identifying trigger foods and addiction tendencies has been a game-changer.

obesity matters

obesity matters

dec 17 2021

'i will not allow those food choices to control my thoughts any longer,' says tanya bender. supplied

healthing and obesity matters partner for progress in patient advocacy

since our inception, obesity matters has been focused o...

obesity matters

obesity matters

dec 15 2021

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'i’ve been healed from the inside out': tanya bender shares how cbt changed her relationship with food

for tanya bender, identifying trigger foods and addiction tendencies has been a game-changer.

obesity matters

obesity matters

dec 17 2021

'i will not allow those food choices to control my thoughts any longer,' says tanya bender. supplied

healthing and obesity matters partner for progress in patient advocacy

since our inception, obesity matters has been focused o...

obesity matters

obesity matters

dec 15 2021

healthing and om partnership

have a healthier holiday: reframing our thoughts on indulgence

eating can be one of the most stressful aspects of the holidays – no matter what you celebrate – for people living with obesity.

obesity matters

obesity matters

dec 13 2021

have a healthier holiday- reframing our thoughts on indulgence

‘enough was enough’: the ugly truth about weight stigma in public health

talena jackson has felt the damage weight bias can caus...

nick beare and obesity matters

obesity matters

nov 26 2021

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trick or treat yourself: how to have a healthy halloween

halloween is so much fun when you’re a kid. dressing up...

obesity matters

obesity matters

oct 28 2021

adult female giving sweets to happy kids in halloween costumes during trick or treat event in park

understanding the childhood obesity epidemic: environment, genetics and education

the entire society has to work together to end childhood obesity, and the onus cannot be put on parents or just one group of people.

angelica bottaro

sep 18 2024

one in three children have obesity in canada, a three-fold increase in the last 30 years.

the toll of obesity: long-term impact, access to care and insurance support

“people living with obesity have a right to tackle their disease, to be treated just like someone who has migraines or hypertension. it’s just basic human rights."

angelica bottaro

sep 6 2024

neda nasseri, product director of benefits at desjardins insurance and advisory board member with obesity matters; rachel atkins, board vice-chair, director of strategy, and patient advocate with obesity matters; and dr. david attalla, internal medicine and obesity medicine physician. (left to right)

leaders in health: dr. sean wharton and compassion in obesity medicine

while the mantra “eat less and move more” continues to be advised by some healthcare practitioners for people living with obesity, dr. sean wharton has brought greater compassion and understanding to the healthcare community and his own clinic.

karen hawthorne

aug 21 2024

dr. sean wharton started his clinic in 2008 to put weight and its associated risks of type 2 diabetes, fatty liver disease and osteoarthritis, among others, at the forefront because people with obesity deserve medical treatment.

world obesity day 2024: 'my hope is that we can drop the judgment and look for solutions’

five advocates shared their thoughts on what they felt was the most important issue facing the obesity community.

dave yasvinski

obesity matters

mar 4 2024

obesity has emerged as a global health crisis, with the fastest growth rates in low- and middle-income countries.

leaders in health: dr. sean wharton and compassion in obesity medicine

while the mantra “eat less and move more” continues to be advised by some healthcare practitioners for people living with obesity, dr. sean wharton has brought greater compassion and understanding to the healthcare community and his own clinic.

karen hawthorne

aug 21 2024

dr. sean wharton started his clinic in 2008 to put weight and its associated risks of type 2 diabetes, fatty liver disease and osteoarthritis, among others, at the forefront because people with obesity deserve medical treatment.

world obesity day 2024: 'my hope is that we can drop the judgment and look for solutions’

five advocates shared their thoughts on what they felt was the most important issue facing the obesity community.

dave yasvinski

obesity matters

mar 4 2024

obesity has emerged as a global health crisis, with the fastest growth rates in low- and middle-income countries.

obesity matters policy roundtable: breaking barriers to obesity treatment and acceptance

tackling stigma in the media, educating health care providers and lobbying policymakers are just a few of the challenges that this national advocacy organization is taking on.

robin roberts

nov 14 2023

science has finally recognized that obesity is a chronic, progressive disease that has more to do with genetics and environmental factors than a person’s willpower.

unlock a healthier way of eating: the flexitarian diet

among the many health benefits provided by a flexitarian diet, a lowered risk of chronic disease is perhaps the most notable.

obesity matters

obesity matters

sep 20 2023

as such, the flexitarian diet fits well into a wide range of cultures, preferences and dietary needs while providing variety. getty

obesity matters policy roundtable: breaking barriers to obesity treatment and acceptance

tackling stigma in the media, educating health care providers and lobbying policymakers are just a few of the challenges that this national advocacy organization is taking on.

robin roberts

nov 14 2023

science has finally recognized that obesity is a chronic, progressive disease that has more to do with genetics and environmental factors than a person’s willpower.

unlock a healthier way of eating: the flexitarian diet

among the many health benefits provided by a flexitarian diet, a lowered risk of chronic disease is perhaps the most notable.

obesity matters

obesity matters

sep 20 2023

as such, the flexitarian diet fits well into a wide range of cultures, preferences and dietary needs while providing variety. getty

obesity 'in your own words' book aims to raise awareness and spark compassion

eight extraordinary canadians bravely shared pieces of their life with obesity in the form of letters to their younger selves, and despite stigma, discrimination and hurtful stereotypes, these are stories of hope, resilience and recovery.

maja begovic

mar 17 2023

obesity is a disease that could be cured with awareness, understanding and compassion. getty

food addiction is not about willpower, says recovering food addict dr. vera tarman

if you think about food all the time, behave in embarrassing ways around food and don’t want people to see how you eat, you may be a food addict, says dr. tarman.

karen hawthorne

mar 14 2023

compulsive overeating is like any addiction — you can't stop even if you want to. but with information and support, there's hope for recovery, says dr. tarman. getty

obesity 'in your own words' book aims to raise awareness and spark compassion

eight extraordinary canadians bravely shared pieces of their life with obesity in the form of letters to their younger selves, and despite stigma, discrimination and hurtful stereotypes, these are stories of hope, resilience and recovery.

maja begovic

mar 17 2023

obesity is a disease that could be cured with awareness, understanding and compassion. getty

food addiction is not about willpower, says recovering food addict dr. vera tarman

if you think about food all the time, behave in embarrassing ways around food and don’t want people to see how you eat, you may be a food addict, says dr. tarman.

karen hawthorne

mar 14 2023

compulsive overeating is like any addiction — you can't stop even if you want to. but with information and support, there's hope for recovery, says dr. tarman. getty

weight loss isn't just about eating less and moving more

dietitian and weight loss coach tedi nikova uses a combination of cognitive behavioural therapy, acceptance therapy and commitment therapy to help clients overcome unhealthy relationships with food.

karen hawthorne

mar 13 2023

diet culture gets us to believe that there are the good foods and bad foods for weight loss. but "a cupcake is just a cupcake," says tedi nikova. getty

obesity treatment: 'stop talking to patients like they are children'

dr. sean wharton is working towards changing how we understand obesity, from how doctors treat patients to society's perspectives: "african-american women carry their weight on their hips and thighs. yet, they’re demonized when they should just be called beautiful."

karen hawthorne

mar 10 2023

dr. sean wharton is the medical director of the wharton medical clinic, a researcher and advocate for health equity in canada. supplied

weight loss isn't just about eating less and moving more

dietitian and weight loss coach tedi nikova uses a combination of cognitive behavioural therapy, acceptance therapy and commitment therapy to help clients overcome unhealthy relationships with food.

karen hawthorne

mar 13 2023

diet culture gets us to believe that there are the good foods and bad foods for weight loss. but "a cupcake is just a cupcake," says tedi nikova. getty

obesity treatment: 'stop talking to patients like they are children'

dr. sean wharton is working towards changing how we understand obesity, from how doctors treat patients to society's perspectives: "african-american women carry their weight on their hips and thighs. yet, they’re demonized when they should just be called beautiful."

karen hawthorne

mar 10 2023

dr. sean wharton is the medical director of the wharton medical clinic, a researcher and advocate for health equity in canada. supplied

happiness doesn't depend on your weight, says gillian mandich, happiness expert

social connection determines happiness more than money, gender, race, where we live, education, and even the number on the scale.

karen hawthorne

mar 9 2023

how happy you are is influenced by genetics, your environment, and your thoughts, actions and behaviours. getty

obesity matters imagines acceptance and equity in care on world obesity day

in just a few short years, obesity matters has united individuals, families, communities, and organizations to create awareness around obesity as a chronic condition, but there's more work to be done.

priti chawla

obesity matters

mar 2 2023

priti chawla is the executive director of obesity matters. supplied

happiness doesn't depend on your weight, says gillian mandich, happiness expert

social connection determines happiness more than money, gender, race, where we live, education, and even the number on the scale.

karen hawthorne

mar 9 2023

how happy you are is influenced by genetics, your environment, and your thoughts, actions and behaviours. getty

obesity matters imagines acceptance and equity in care on world obesity day

in just a few short years, obesity matters has united individuals, families, communities, and organizations to create awareness around obesity as a chronic condition, but there's more work to be done.

priti chawla

obesity matters

mar 2 2023

priti chawla is the executive director of obesity matters. supplied

living with obesity: 'i know what it feels like for someone to assume you are lesser than you are because you have a couple of extra kilos'

aashni shah has a message for others who are living with obesity: "stop looking at the number on the scale, find the things that inspire you, and start focusing on what you want your life to look like."

robin roberts

sep 21 2022

aashni shah is an entrepreneur, running two start-ups, elixir labs and hypedocs. supplied

five myths about obesity

obesity is a complex disease, and a lack of proper information can lead to the formation of some potentially harmful myths.

nick beare and obesity matters

obesity matters

may 19 2022

obesity is a chronic disease that is hard to manage with just diet and exercise, says dr. sandy van. getty

living with obesity: 'i know what it feels like for someone to assume you are lesser than you are because you have a couple of extra kilos'

aashni shah has a message for others who are living with obesity: "stop looking at the number on the scale, find the things that inspire you, and start focusing on what you want your life to look like."

robin roberts

sep 21 2022

aashni shah is an entrepreneur, running two start-ups, elixir labs and hypedocs. supplied

five myths about obesity

obesity is a complex disease, and a lack of proper information can lead to the formation of some potentially harmful myths.

nick beare and obesity matters

obesity matters

may 19 2022

obesity is a chronic disease that is hard to manage with just diet and exercise, says dr. sandy van. getty

no shame or blame: the real truth about fats

learning the difference between good fats and unhealthy fats is key to a balanced diet.

nick beare and obesity matters

obesity matters

mar 4 2022

selection of healthy fat sources on wooden background

'i’ve been healed from the inside out': tanya bender shares how cbt changed her relationship with food

for tanya bender, identifying trigger foods and addiction tendencies has been a game-changer.

obesity matters

obesity matters

dec 17 2021

'i will not allow those food choices to control my thoughts any longer,' says tanya bender. supplied

understanding the childhood obesity epidemic: environment, genetics and education

the entire society has to work together to end childhood obesity, and the onus cannot be put on parents or just one group of people.

angelica bottaro

sep 18 2024

one in three children have obesity in canada, a three-fold increase in the last 30 years.

the toll of obesity: long-term impact, access to care and insurance support

“people living with obesity have a right to tackle their disease, to be treated just like someone who has migraines or hypertension. it’s just basic human rights."

angelica bottaro

sep 6 2024

neda nasseri, product director of benefits at desjardins insurance and advisory board member with obesity matters; rachel atkins, board vice-chair, director of strategy, and patient advocate with obesity matters; and dr. david attalla, internal medicine and obesity medicine physician. (left to right)

leaders in health: dr. sean wharton and compassion in obesity medicine

while the mantra “eat less and move more” continues to be advised by some healthcare practitioners for people living with obesity, dr. sean wharton has brought greater compassion and understanding to the healthcare community and his own clinic.

karen hawthorne

aug 21 2024

dr. sean wharton started his clinic in 2008 to put weight and its associated risks of type 2 diabetes, fatty liver disease and osteoarthritis, among others, at the forefront because people with obesity deserve medical treatment.

world obesity day 2024: 'my hope is that we can drop the judgment and look for solutions’

five advocates shared their thoughts on what they felt was the most important issue facing the obesity community.

dave yasvinski

obesity matters

mar 4 2024

obesity has emerged as a global health crisis, with the fastest growth rates in low- and middle-income countries.

leaders in health: dr. sean wharton and compassion in obesity medicine

while the mantra “eat less and move more” continues to be advised by some healthcare practitioners for people living with obesity, dr. sean wharton has brought greater compassion and understanding to the healthcare community and his own clinic.

karen hawthorne

aug 21 2024

dr. sean wharton started his clinic in 2008 to put weight and its associated risks of type 2 diabetes, fatty liver disease and osteoarthritis, among others, at the forefront because people with obesity deserve medical treatment.

world obesity day 2024: 'my hope is that we can drop the judgment and look for solutions’

five advocates shared their thoughts on what they felt was the most important issue facing the obesity community.

dave yasvinski

obesity matters

mar 4 2024

obesity has emerged as a global health crisis, with the fastest growth rates in low- and middle-income countries.

obesity matters policy roundtable: breaking barriers to obesity treatment and acceptance

tackling stigma in the media, educating health care providers and lobbying policymakers are just a few of the challenges that this national advocacy organization is taking on.

robin roberts

nov 14 2023

science has finally recognized that obesity is a chronic, progressive disease that has more to do with genetics and environmental factors than a person’s willpower.

unlock a healthier way of eating: the flexitarian diet

among the many health benefits provided by a flexitarian diet, a lowered risk of chronic disease is perhaps the most notable.

obesity matters

obesity matters

sep 20 2023

as such, the flexitarian diet fits well into a wide range of cultures, preferences and dietary needs while providing variety. getty

obesity matters policy roundtable: breaking barriers to obesity treatment and acceptance

tackling stigma in the media, educating health care providers and lobbying policymakers are just a few of the challenges that this national advocacy organization is taking on.

robin roberts

nov 14 2023

science has finally recognized that obesity is a chronic, progressive disease that has more to do with genetics and environmental factors than a person’s willpower.

unlock a healthier way of eating: the flexitarian diet

among the many health benefits provided by a flexitarian diet, a lowered risk of chronic disease is perhaps the most notable.

obesity matters

obesity matters

sep 20 2023

as such, the flexitarian diet fits well into a wide range of cultures, preferences and dietary needs while providing variety. getty

obesity 'in your own words' book aims to raise awareness and spark compassion

eight extraordinary canadians bravely shared pieces of their life with obesity in the form of letters to their younger selves, and despite stigma, discrimination and hurtful stereotypes, these are stories of hope, resilience and recovery.

maja begovic

mar 17 2023

obesity is a disease that could be cured with awareness, understanding and compassion. getty

food addiction is not about willpower, says recovering food addict dr. vera tarman

if you think about food all the time, behave in embarrassing ways around food and don’t want people to see how you eat, you may be a food addict, says dr. tarman.

karen hawthorne

mar 14 2023

compulsive overeating is like any addiction — you can't stop even if you want to. but with information and support, there's hope for recovery, says dr. tarman. getty

obesity 'in your own words' book aims to raise awareness and spark compassion

eight extraordinary canadians bravely shared pieces of their life with obesity in the form of letters to their younger selves, and despite stigma, discrimination and hurtful stereotypes, these are stories of hope, resilience and recovery.

maja begovic

mar 17 2023

obesity is a disease that could be cured with awareness, understanding and compassion. getty

food addiction is not about willpower, says recovering food addict dr. vera tarman

if you think about food all the time, behave in embarrassing ways around food and don’t want people to see how you eat, you may be a food addict, says dr. tarman.

karen hawthorne

mar 14 2023

compulsive overeating is like any addiction — you can't stop even if you want to. but with information and support, there's hope for recovery, says dr. tarman. getty

weight loss isn't just about eating less and moving more

dietitian and weight loss coach tedi nikova uses a combination of cognitive behavioural therapy, acceptance therapy and commitment therapy to help clients overcome unhealthy relationships with food.

karen hawthorne

mar 13 2023

diet culture gets us to believe that there are the good foods and bad foods for weight loss. but "a cupcake is just a cupcake," says tedi nikova. getty

obesity treatment: 'stop talking to patients like they are children'

dr. sean wharton is working towards changing how we understand obesity, from how doctors treat patients to society's perspectives: "african-american women carry their weight on their hips and thighs. yet, they’re demonized when they should just be called beautiful."

karen hawthorne

mar 10 2023

dr. sean wharton is the medical director of the wharton medical clinic, a researcher and advocate for health equity in canada. supplied

weight loss isn't just about eating less and moving more

dietitian and weight loss coach tedi nikova uses a combination of cognitive behavioural therapy, acceptance therapy and commitment therapy to help clients overcome unhealthy relationships with food.

karen hawthorne

mar 13 2023

diet culture gets us to believe that there are the good foods and bad foods for weight loss. but "a cupcake is just a cupcake," says tedi nikova. getty

obesity treatment: 'stop talking to patients like they are children'

dr. sean wharton is working towards changing how we understand obesity, from how doctors treat patients to society's perspectives: "african-american women carry their weight on their hips and thighs. yet, they’re demonized when they should just be called beautiful."

karen hawthorne

mar 10 2023

dr. sean wharton is the medical director of the wharton medical clinic, a researcher and advocate for health equity in canada. supplied

happiness doesn't depend on your weight, says gillian mandich, happiness expert

social connection determines happiness more than money, gender, race, where we live, education, and even the number on the scale.

karen hawthorne

mar 9 2023

how happy you are is influenced by genetics, your environment, and your thoughts, actions and behaviours. getty

obesity matters imagines acceptance and equity in care on world obesity day

in just a few short years, obesity matters has united individuals, families, communities, and organizations to create awareness around obesity as a chronic condition, but there's more work to be done.

priti chawla

obesity matters

mar 2 2023

priti chawla is the executive director of obesity matters. supplied

happiness doesn't depend on your weight, says gillian mandich, happiness expert

social connection determines happiness more than money, gender, race, where we live, education, and even the number on the scale.

karen hawthorne

mar 9 2023

how happy you are is influenced by genetics, your environment, and your thoughts, actions and behaviours. getty

obesity matters imagines acceptance and equity in care on world obesity day

in just a few short years, obesity matters has united individuals, families, communities, and organizations to create awareness around obesity as a chronic condition, but there's more work to be done.

priti chawla

obesity matters

mar 2 2023

priti chawla is the executive director of obesity matters. supplied

living with obesity: 'i know what it feels like for someone to assume you are lesser than you are because you have a couple of extra kilos'

aashni shah has a message for others who are living with obesity: "stop looking at the number on the scale, find the things that inspire you, and start focusing on what you want your life to look like."

robin roberts

sep 21 2022

aashni shah is an entrepreneur, running two start-ups, elixir labs and hypedocs. supplied

five myths about obesity

obesity is a complex disease, and a lack of proper information can lead to the formation of some potentially harmful myths.

nick beare and obesity matters

obesity matters

may 19 2022

obesity is a chronic disease that is hard to manage with just diet and exercise, says dr. sandy van. getty

living with obesity: 'i know what it feels like for someone to assume you are lesser than you are because you have a couple of extra kilos'

aashni shah has a message for others who are living with obesity: "stop looking at the number on the scale, find the things that inspire you, and start focusing on what you want your life to look like."

robin roberts

sep 21 2022

aashni shah is an entrepreneur, running two start-ups, elixir labs and hypedocs. supplied

five myths about obesity

obesity is a complex disease, and a lack of proper information can lead to the formation of some potentially harmful myths.

nick beare and obesity matters

obesity matters

may 19 2022

obesity is a chronic disease that is hard to manage with just diet and exercise, says dr. sandy van. getty

no shame or blame: the real truth about fats

learning the difference between good fats and unhealthy fats is key to a balanced diet.

nick beare and obesity matters

obesity matters

mar 4 2022

selection of healthy fat sources on wooden background

'i’ve been healed from the inside out': tanya bender shares how cbt changed her relationship with food

for tanya bender, identifying trigger foods and addiction tendencies has been a game-changer.

obesity matters

obesity matters

dec 17 2021

'i will not allow those food choices to control my thoughts any longer,' says tanya bender. supplied

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are you at risk of prediabetes? important steps you can take now to change your health

mario miceli lives with regret and guilt. he wishes he could go back 14 years to when he was 42, and a doctor told him he had prediabetes

anne bokma, diabetes canada

diabetes canada

nov 3 2019

mario-miceli

diabetes may begin more than a decade before diagnosis. here's what you need to know

'people who develop type 2 diabetes may show early warning signs of the disease more than 10 years before their diagnosis,' according to new research

elizabeth mccammon, diabetes canada

diabetes canada

nov 3 2019

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why stigma should not be part of a diabetes diagnosis

while some people with obesity do have diabetes, many more do not. many people who exercise regularlyand are otherwise health conscious, develop t2d

krista banasiak, diabetes canada

diabetes canada

nov 3 2019

krista banasiak (left, with her mom) is the manager of research and public policy at diabetes canada.

young people with type 1 diabetes deal with stigma

two-thirds had felt embarrassed about their diabetes and were more likely to have poor blood sugar control than the one-third who did not experience stigma

elizabeth mccammon, diabetes canada

diabetes canada

nov 3 2019

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how to make the most of your biggest resource: your diabetes team

for most people, the key to successful diabetes management is to be actively involved in their own care. but for many, the question is, how do you do that?

alexis campbell, diabetes canada

diabetes canada

nov 3 2019

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watch: staying safe while sick and living with type 2 diabetes

diabetes can often be hard to manage on its own, let alone when you are sick

diabetes canada

diabetes canada

nov 3 2019

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have diabetes complications? don't worry, you can still work out — with a modified approach

if you live with diabetes-related complications, such as neuropathy and foot sores, you might wonder if you can safely exercise. the answer is yes!

barb gormley, diabetes canada

diabetes canada

nov 3 2019

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watch: staying safe while sick and living with type 2 diabetes

diabetes can often be hard to manage on its own, let alone when you are sick

diabetes canada

diabetes canada

nov 3 2019

woman-698953_1280

have diabetes complications? don't worry, you can still work out — with a modified approach

if you live with diabetes-related complications, such as neuropathy and foot sores, you might wonder if you can safely exercise. the answer is yes!

barb gormley, diabetes canada

diabetes canada

nov 3 2019

luis-quintero-aoz8a7jo0qi-unsplash

food insecurity and diabetes: how a lack of nutritious food can affect your health

people living with diabetes may be more likely than other canadians to experience food insecurity because of added health-care expenses

elizabeth mccammon, diabetes canada

diabetes canada

nov 3 2019

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living with diabetes in canada: what you need to know about the financial cost

if you live with diabetes, you can often face high costs for supplies such as glucose testing strips, glucose monitors, medications, and syringes

laura tennant

diabetes canada

nov 3 2019

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are you at risk of prediabetes? important steps you can take now to change your health

mario miceli lives with regret and guilt. he wishes he could go back 14 years to when he was 42, and a doctor told him he had prediabetes

anne bokma, diabetes canada

diabetes canada

nov 3 2019

mario-miceli

diabetes may begin more than a decade before diagnosis. here's what you need to know

'people who develop type 2 diabetes may show early warning signs of the disease more than 10 years before their diagnosis,' according to new research

elizabeth mccammon, diabetes canada

diabetes canada

nov 3 2019

diabetes-528678_1920

why stigma should not be part of a diabetes diagnosis

while some people with obesity do have diabetes, many more do not. many people who exercise regularlyand are otherwise health conscious, develop t2d

krista banasiak, diabetes canada

diabetes canada

nov 3 2019

krista banasiak (left, with her mom) is the manager of research and public policy at diabetes canada.

young people with type 1 diabetes deal with stigma

two-thirds had felt embarrassed about their diabetes and were more likely to have poor blood sugar control than the one-third who did not experience stigma

elizabeth mccammon, diabetes canada

diabetes canada

nov 3 2019

devin-avery-lhay4wmkjsk-unsplash

why stigma should not be part of a diabetes diagnosis

while some people with obesity do have diabetes, many more do not. many people who exercise regularlyand are otherwise health conscious, develop t2d

krista banasiak, diabetes canada

diabetes canada

nov 3 2019

krista banasiak (left, with her mom) is the manager of research and public policy at diabetes canada.

young people with type 1 diabetes deal with stigma

two-thirds had felt embarrassed about their diabetes and were more likely to have poor blood sugar control than the one-third who did not experience stigma

elizabeth mccammon, diabetes canada

diabetes canada

nov 3 2019

devin-avery-lhay4wmkjsk-unsplash

how to make the most of your biggest resource: your diabetes team

for most people, the key to successful diabetes management is to be actively involved in their own care. but for many, the question is, how do you do that?

alexis campbell, diabetes canada

diabetes canada

nov 3 2019

linkedin-sales-navigator-vfyvfdliyq0-unsplash

watch: staying safe while sick and living with type 2 diabetes

diabetes can often be hard to manage on its own, let alone when you are sick

diabetes canada

diabetes canada

nov 3 2019

woman-698953_1280

how to make the most of your biggest resource: your diabetes team

for most people, the key to successful diabetes management is to be actively involved in their own care. but for many, the question is, how do you do that?

alexis campbell, diabetes canada

diabetes canada

nov 3 2019

linkedin-sales-navigator-vfyvfdliyq0-unsplash

watch: staying safe while sick and living with type 2 diabetes

diabetes can often be hard to manage on its own, let alone when you are sick

diabetes canada

diabetes canada

nov 3 2019

woman-698953_1280

have diabetes complications? don't worry, you can still work out — with a modified approach

if you live with diabetes-related complications, such as neuropathy and foot sores, you might wonder if you can safely exercise. the answer is yes!

barb gormley, diabetes canada

diabetes canada

nov 3 2019

luis-quintero-aoz8a7jo0qi-unsplash

food insecurity and diabetes: how a lack of nutritious food can affect your health

people living with diabetes may be more likely than other canadians to experience food insecurity because of added health-care expenses

elizabeth mccammon, diabetes canada

diabetes canada

nov 3 2019

huseyin-jvxx_1ok-ik-unsplash

are you at risk of prediabetes? important steps you can take now to change your health

mario miceli lives with regret and guilt. he wishes he could go back 14 years to when he was 42, and a doctor told him he had prediabetes

anne bokma, diabetes canada

diabetes canada

nov 3 2019

mario-miceli

diabetes may begin more than a decade before diagnosis. here's what you need to know

'people who develop type 2 diabetes may show early warning signs of the disease more than 10 years before their diagnosis,' according to new research

elizabeth mccammon, diabetes canada

diabetes canada

nov 3 2019

diabetes-528678_1920

why stigma should not be part of a diabetes diagnosis

while some people with obesity do have diabetes, many more do not. many people who exercise regularlyand are otherwise health conscious, develop t2d

krista banasiak, diabetes canada

diabetes canada

nov 3 2019

krista banasiak (left, with her mom) is the manager of research and public policy at diabetes canada.

young people with type 1 diabetes deal with stigma

two-thirds had felt embarrassed about their diabetes and were more likely to have poor blood sugar control than the one-third who did not experience stigma

elizabeth mccammon, diabetes canada

diabetes canada

nov 3 2019

devin-avery-lhay4wmkjsk-unsplash

why stigma should not be part of a diabetes diagnosis

while some people with obesity do have diabetes, many more do not. many people who exercise regularlyand are otherwise health conscious, develop t2d

krista banasiak, diabetes canada

diabetes canada

nov 3 2019

krista banasiak (left, with her mom) is the manager of research and public policy at diabetes canada.

young people with type 1 diabetes deal with stigma

two-thirds had felt embarrassed about their diabetes and were more likely to have poor blood sugar control than the one-third who did not experience stigma

elizabeth mccammon, diabetes canada

diabetes canada

nov 3 2019

devin-avery-lhay4wmkjsk-unsplash

how to make the most of your biggest resource: your diabetes team

for most people, the key to successful diabetes management is to be actively involved in their own care. but for many, the question is, how do you do that?

alexis campbell, diabetes canada

diabetes canada

nov 3 2019

linkedin-sales-navigator-vfyvfdliyq0-unsplash

watch: staying safe while sick and living with type 2 diabetes

diabetes can often be hard to manage on its own, let alone when you are sick

diabetes canada

diabetes canada

nov 3 2019

woman-698953_1280

how to make the most of your biggest resource: your diabetes team

for most people, the key to successful diabetes management is to be actively involved in their own care. but for many, the question is, how do you do that?

alexis campbell, diabetes canada

diabetes canada

nov 3 2019

linkedin-sales-navigator-vfyvfdliyq0-unsplash

watch: staying safe while sick and living with type 2 diabetes

diabetes can often be hard to manage on its own, let alone when you are sick

diabetes canada

diabetes canada

nov 3 2019

woman-698953_1280

have diabetes complications? don't worry, you can still work out — with a modified approach

if you live with diabetes-related complications, such as neuropathy and foot sores, you might wonder if you can safely exercise. the answer is yes!

barb gormley, diabetes canada

diabetes canada

nov 3 2019

luis-quintero-aoz8a7jo0qi-unsplash

food insecurity and diabetes: how a lack of nutritious food can affect your health

people living with diabetes may be more likely than other canadians to experience food insecurity because of added health-care expenses

elizabeth mccammon, diabetes canada

diabetes canada

nov 3 2019

huseyin-jvxx_1ok-ik-unsplash

capacity limits increase for various activities in quebec on monday

this next step in the province's deconfinement plan will also see some activities reopen.

montreal gazette

世界杯决赛2022

feb 22 2022

venues like the bell centre will allow fans again as of feb. 21.

notley: budget must relieve pressure on families, protect public health care

rachel notley

世界杯决赛2022

feb 22 2022

alberta ndp official opposition leader rachel notley speaks to the media prior to the first in a series of budget town halls, in edmonton tuesday sept. 10, 2019. file photo.

loved ones of black man killed by calgary officer refute police claims

'this is a serious issue. systemic racism is rife and alive in our society'

michael rodriguez

世界杯决赛2022

feb 22 2022

community members and family gathered at the somali canadian society of calgary to express their concerns on how police shot and killed latjor tuel in calgary on monday, february 21, 2022.

sex files: how to date a recovering addict

lisa machado

世界杯决赛2022

feb 21 2022

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healthing.ca partners with the canadian centre for caregiving excellence

the canadian centre for caregiving excellence supports and empowers caregivers and care providers, advances the knowledge and capacity of the caregiving field, and advocates for effective and visionary social policy, with a disability-informed approach.

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feb 7 2023

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supporting caregivers and care providers

the canadian centre for caregiving excellence is a new initiative incubated and powered by the azrieli foundation.

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canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

portrait of young woman with down syndrome and her mother

events for caregivers and care providers

discover events for caregivers and care providers from the canadian centre for caregiving excellence.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

a group of women have a serious discussion about the proposed budget for their department.

caregiver resources

caregivers and caregiving organizations across the country have created tools and resources to support and empower caregivers in their role.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

two friends with disability in rehabilitation centre watching digital tablet.

savvy siblings builds financial security for people with disabilities

more people with disabilities are outliving their parents than ever before. as a result, more siblings are transitioning into caregiving roles.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

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understanding the needs of caregivers in nunavut

the canadian centre for caregiving excellence is investing in a cross-territory mapping exercise to better understand the needs and challenges of those who provide care in nunavut.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

a landscape view of iqualuit, nunavut.

healthing.ca partners with the canadian centre for caregiving excellence

the canadian centre for caregiving excellence supports and empowers caregivers and care providers, advances the knowledge and capacity of the caregiving field, and advocates for effective and visionary social policy, with a disability-informed approach.

healthing.ca

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

feb 7 2023

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supporting caregivers and care providers

the canadian centre for caregiving excellence is a new initiative incubated and powered by the azrieli foundation.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

portrait of young woman with down syndrome and her mother

events for caregivers and care providers

discover events for caregivers and care providers from the canadian centre for caregiving excellence.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

a group of women have a serious discussion about the proposed budget for their department.

caregiver resources

caregivers and caregiving organizations across the country have created tools and resources to support and empower caregivers in their role.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

two friends with disability in rehabilitation centre watching digital tablet.

events for caregivers and care providers

discover events for caregivers and care providers from the canadian centre for caregiving excellence.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

a group of women have a serious discussion about the proposed budget for their department.

caregiver resources

caregivers and caregiving organizations across the country have created tools and resources to support and empower caregivers in their role.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

two friends with disability in rehabilitation centre watching digital tablet.

savvy siblings builds financial security for people with disabilities

more people with disabilities are outliving their parents than ever before. as a result, more siblings are transitioning into caregiving roles.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

people working graphic

understanding the needs of caregivers in nunavut

the canadian centre for caregiving excellence is investing in a cross-territory mapping exercise to better understand the needs and challenges of those who provide care in nunavut.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

a landscape view of iqualuit, nunavut.

healthing.ca partners with the canadian centre for caregiving excellence

the canadian centre for caregiving excellence supports and empowers caregivers and care providers, advances the knowledge and capacity of the caregiving field, and advocates for effective and visionary social policy, with a disability-informed approach.

healthing.ca

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

feb 7 2023

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supporting caregivers and care providers

the canadian centre for caregiving excellence is a new initiative incubated and powered by the azrieli foundation.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

portrait of young woman with down syndrome and her mother

events for caregivers and care providers

discover events for caregivers and care providers from the canadian centre for caregiving excellence.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

a group of women have a serious discussion about the proposed budget for their department.

caregiver resources

caregivers and caregiving organizations across the country have created tools and resources to support and empower caregivers in their role.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

two friends with disability in rehabilitation centre watching digital tablet.

events for caregivers and care providers

discover events for caregivers and care providers from the canadian centre for caregiving excellence.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

a group of women have a serious discussion about the proposed budget for their department.

caregiver resources

caregivers and caregiving organizations across the country have created tools and resources to support and empower caregivers in their role.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

two friends with disability in rehabilitation centre watching digital tablet.

savvy siblings builds financial security for people with disabilities

more people with disabilities are outliving their parents than ever before. as a result, more siblings are transitioning into caregiving roles.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

people working graphic

understanding the needs of caregivers in nunavut

the canadian centre for caregiving excellence is investing in a cross-territory mapping exercise to better understand the needs and challenges of those who provide care in nunavut.

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

canadian centre for caregiving excellence

jan 31 2023

a landscape view of iqualuit, nunavut.

cannabis hacks to make the most of the weed experience

solutions ranging from extending the life of a stash to grinding one’s own flower in a pinch.

lisa machado

世界杯决赛2022

feb 21 2022

dropping a clean penny in a pillbox containing weed and shaking will serve as an instant grinder. /

how to prepare quebec's fragile health-care system for the next covid-19 wave

with epidemiologists predicting further covid-19 waves are imminent, the focus turns to what quebec can do to prepare itself for the next surge.

lisa machado

世界杯决赛2022

feb 21 2022

even with diminished covid cases, quebec hospitals will be fully booked for years with the backlog of cases, including more than 150,000 surgeries.

cannabis shown to be an effective treatment option for back pain: study review

“in each study, there was a quantifiable advantage of cannabis therapy for alleviating back pain. there were no serious adverse effects reported.”

sam riches

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feb 18 2022

participants consumed cannabinoids orally or by smoking or vaporizing, and the type of cannabis varied between dried flower thc, and synthetic cannabinoids dronabinol and nabilone. /

magic with mushrooms

stu mcnish

世界杯决赛2022

feb 18 2022

order of canada recipient robert hancock, a globally renowned ubc microbiologist and canada research chair in health and genomics.

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understanding the childhood obesity epidemic: environment, genetics and education

the entire society has to work together to end childhood obesity, and the onus cannot be put on parents or just one group of people.

angelica bottaro

sep 18 2024

one in three children have obesity in canada, a three-fold increase in the last 30 years.

the toll of obesity: long-term impact, access to care and insurance support

“people living with obesity have a right to tackle their disease, to be treated just like someone who has migraines or hypertension. it’s just basic human rights."

angelica bottaro

sep 6 2024

neda nasseri, product director of benefits at desjardins insurance and advisory board member with obesity matters; rachel atkins, board vice-chair, director of strategy, and patient advocate with obesity matters; and dr. david attalla, internal medicine and obesity medicine physician. (left to right)

leaders in health: dr. sean wharton and compassion in obesity medicine

while the mantra “eat less and move more” continues to be advised by some healthcare practitioners for people living with obesity, dr. sean wharton has brought greater compassion and understanding to the healthcare community and his own clinic.

karen hawthorne

aug 21 2024

dr. sean wharton started his clinic in 2008 to put weight and its associated risks of type 2 diabetes, fatty liver disease and osteoarthritis, among others, at the forefront because people with obesity deserve medical treatment.

world obesity day 2024: 'my hope is that we can drop the judgment and look for solutions’

five advocates shared their thoughts on what they felt was the most important issue facing the obesity community.

dave yasvinski

obesity matters

mar 4 2024

obesity has emerged as a global health crisis, with the fastest growth rates in low- and middle-income countries.

obesity matters policy roundtable: breaking barriers to obesity treatment and acceptance

tackling stigma in the media, educating health care providers and lobbying policymakers are just a few of the challenges that this national advocacy organization is taking on.

robin roberts

nov 14 2023

science has finally recognized that obesity is a chronic, progressive disease that has more to do with genetics and environmental factors than a person’s willpower.

unlock a healthier way of eating: the flexitarian diet

among the many health benefits provided by a flexitarian diet, a lowered risk of chronic disease is perhaps the most notable.

obesity matters

obesity matters

sep 20 2023

as such, the flexitarian diet fits well into a wide range of cultures, preferences and dietary needs while providing variety. getty

obesity 'in your own words' book aims to raise awareness and spark compassion

eight extraordinary canadians bravely shared pieces of their life with obesity in the form of letters to their younger selves, and despite stigma, discrimination and hurtful stereotypes, these are stories of hope, resilience and recovery.

maja begovic

mar 17 2023

obesity is a disease that could be cured with awareness, understanding and compassion. getty

unlock a healthier way of eating: the flexitarian diet

among the many health benefits provided by a flexitarian diet, a lowered risk of chronic disease is perhaps the most notable.

obesity matters

obesity matters

sep 20 2023

as such, the flexitarian diet fits well into a wide range of cultures, preferences and dietary needs while providing variety. getty

obesity 'in your own words' book aims to raise awareness and spark compassion

eight extraordinary canadians bravely shared pieces of their life with obesity in the form of letters to their younger selves, and despite stigma, discrimination and hurtful stereotypes, these are stories of hope, resilience and recovery.

maja begovic

mar 17 2023

obesity is a disease that could be cured with awareness, understanding and compassion. getty

food addiction is not about willpower, says recovering food addict dr. vera tarman

if you think about food all the time, behave in embarrassing ways around food and don’t want people to see how you eat, you may be a food addict, says dr. tarman.

karen hawthorne

mar 14 2023

compulsive overeating is like any addiction — you can't stop even if you want to. but with information and support, there's hope for recovery, says dr. tarman. getty

weight loss isn't just about eating less and moving more

dietitian and weight loss coach tedi nikova uses a combination of cognitive behavioural therapy, acceptance therapy and commitment therapy to help clients overcome unhealthy relationships with food.

karen hawthorne

mar 13 2023

diet culture gets us to believe that there are the good foods and bad foods for weight loss. but "a cupcake is just a cupcake," says tedi nikova. getty

obesity treatment: 'stop talking to patients like they are children'

dr. sean wharton is working towards changing how we understand obesity, from how doctors treat patients to society's perspectives: "african-american women carry their weight on their hips and thighs. yet, they’re demonized when they should just be called beautiful."

karen hawthorne

mar 10 2023

dr. sean wharton is the medical director of the wharton medical clinic, a researcher and advocate for health equity in canada. supplied

happiness doesn't depend on your weight, says gillian mandich, happiness expert

social connection determines happiness more than money, gender, race, where we live, education, and even the number on the scale.

karen hawthorne

mar 9 2023

how happy you are is influenced by genetics, your environment, and your thoughts, actions and behaviours. getty

obesity matters imagines acceptance and equity in care on world obesity day

in just a few short years, obesity matters has united individuals, families, communities, and organizations to create awareness around obesity as a chronic condition, but there's more work to be done.

priti chawla

obesity matters

mar 2 2023

priti chawla is the executive director of obesity matters. supplied

happiness doesn't depend on your weight, says gillian mandich, happiness expert

social connection determines happiness more than money, gender, race, where we live, education, and even the number on the scale.

karen hawthorne

mar 9 2023

how happy you are is influenced by genetics, your environment, and your thoughts, actions and behaviours. getty

obesity matters imagines acceptance and equity in care on world obesity day

in just a few short years, obesity matters has united individuals, families, communities, and organizations to create awareness around obesity as a chronic condition, but there's more work to be done.

priti chawla

obesity matters

mar 2 2023

priti chawla is the executive director of obesity matters. supplied

living with obesity: 'i know what it feels like for someone to assume you are lesser than you are because you have a couple of extra kilos'

aashni shah has a message for others who are living with obesity: "stop looking at the number on the scale, find the things that inspire you, and start focusing on what you want your life to look like."

robin roberts

sep 21 2022

aashni shah is an entrepreneur, running two start-ups, elixir labs and hypedocs. supplied

five myths about obesity

obesity is a complex disease, and a lack of proper information can lead to the formation of some potentially harmful myths.

nick beare and obesity matters

obesity matters

may 19 2022

obesity is a chronic disease that is hard to manage with just diet and exercise, says dr. sandy van. getty

no shame or blame: the real truth about fats

learning the difference between good fats and unhealthy fats is key to a balanced diet.

nick beare and obesity matters

obesity matters

mar 4 2022

selection of healthy fat sources on wooden background

'i’ve been healed from the inside out': tanya bender shares how cbt changed her relationship with food

for tanya bender, identifying trigger foods and addiction tendencies has been a game-changer.

obesity matters

obesity matters

dec 17 2021

'i will not allow those food choices to control my thoughts any longer,' says tanya bender. supplied

healthing and obesity matters partner for progress in patient advocacy

since our inception, obesity matters has been focused o...

obesity matters

obesity matters

dec 15 2021

healthing and om partnership

'i’ve been healed from the inside out': tanya bender shares how cbt changed her relationship with food

for tanya bender, identifying trigger foods and addiction tendencies has been a game-changer.

obesity matters

obesity matters

dec 17 2021

'i will not allow those food choices to control my thoughts any longer,' says tanya bender. supplied

healthing and obesity matters partner for progress in patient advocacy

since our inception, obesity matters has been focused o...

obesity matters

obesity matters

dec 15 2021

healthing and om partnership

have a healthier holiday: reframing our thoughts on indulgence

eating can be one of the most stressful aspects of the holidays – no matter what you celebrate – for people living with obesity.

obesity matters

obesity matters

dec 13 2021

have a healthier holiday- reframing our thoughts on indulgence

‘enough was enough’: the ugly truth about weight stigma in public health

talena jackson has felt the damage weight bias can caus...

nick beare and obesity matters

obesity matters

nov 26 2021

talena featured photo (1)

trick or treat yourself: how to have a healthy halloween

halloween is so much fun when you’re a kid. dressing up...

obesity matters

obesity matters

oct 28 2021

adult female giving sweets to happy kids in halloween costumes during trick or treat event in park

understanding the childhood obesity epidemic: environment, genetics and education

the entire society has to work together to end childhood obesity, and the onus cannot be put on parents or just one group of people.

angelica bottaro

sep 18 2024

one in three children have obesity in canada, a three-fold increase in the last 30 years.

the toll of obesity: long-term impact, access to care and insurance support

“people living with obesity have a right to tackle their disease, to be treated just like someone who has migraines or hypertension. it’s just basic human rights."

angelica bottaro

sep 6 2024

neda nasseri, product director of benefits at desjardins insurance and advisory board member with obesity matters; rachel atkins, board vice-chair, director of strategy, and patient advocate with obesity matters; and dr. david attalla, internal medicine and obesity medicine physician. (left to right)

leaders in health: dr. sean wharton and compassion in obesity medicine

while the mantra “eat less and move more” continues to be advised by some healthcare practitioners for people living with obesity, dr. sean wharton has brought greater compassion and understanding to the healthcare community and his own clinic.

karen hawthorne

aug 21 2024

dr. sean wharton started his clinic in 2008 to put weight and its associated risks of type 2 diabetes, fatty liver disease and osteoarthritis, among others, at the forefront because people with obesity deserve medical treatment.

world obesity day 2024: 'my hope is that we can drop the judgment and look for solutions’

five advocates shared their thoughts on what they felt was the most important issue facing the obesity community.

dave yasvinski

obesity matters

mar 4 2024

obesity has emerged as a global health crisis, with the fastest growth rates in low- and middle-income countries.

leaders in health: dr. sean wharton and compassion in obesity medicine

while the mantra “eat less and move more” continues to be advised by some healthcare practitioners for people living with obesity, dr. sean wharton has brought greater compassion and understanding to the healthcare community and his own clinic.

karen hawthorne

aug 21 2024

dr. sean wharton started his clinic in 2008 to put weight and its associated risks of type 2 diabetes, fatty liver disease and osteoarthritis, among others, at the forefront because people with obesity deserve medical treatment.

world obesity day 2024: 'my hope is that we can drop the judgment and look for solutions’

five advocates shared their thoughts on what they felt was the most important issue facing the obesity community.

dave yasvinski

obesity matters

mar 4 2024

obesity has emerged as a global health crisis, with the fastest growth rates in low- and middle-income countries.

obesity matters policy roundtable: breaking barriers to obesity treatment and acceptance

tackling stigma in the media, educating health care providers and lobbying policymakers are just a few of the challenges that this national advocacy organization is taking on.

robin roberts

nov 14 2023

science has finally recognized that obesity is a chronic, progressive disease that has more to do with genetics and environmental factors than a person’s willpower.

unlock a healthier way of eating: the flexitarian diet

among the many health benefits provided by a flexitarian diet, a lowered risk of chronic disease is perhaps the most notable.

obesity matters

obesity matters

sep 20 2023

as such, the flexitarian diet fits well into a wide range of cultures, preferences and dietary needs while providing variety. getty

obesity matters policy roundtable: breaking barriers to obesity treatment and acceptance

tackling stigma in the media, educating health care providers and lobbying policymakers are just a few of the challenges that this national advocacy organization is taking on.

robin roberts

nov 14 2023

science has finally recognized that obesity is a chronic, progressive disease that has more to do with genetics and environmental factors than a person’s willpower.

unlock a healthier way of eating: the flexitarian diet

among the many health benefits provided by a flexitarian diet, a lowered risk of chronic disease is perhaps the most notable.

obesity matters

obesity matters

sep 20 2023

as such, the flexitarian diet fits well into a wide range of cultures, preferences and dietary needs while providing variety. getty

obesity 'in your own words' book aims to raise awareness and spark compassion

eight extraordinary canadians bravely shared pieces of their life with obesity in the form of letters to their younger selves, and despite stigma, discrimination and hurtful stereotypes, these are stories of hope, resilience and recovery.

maja begovic

mar 17 2023

obesity is a disease that could be cured with awareness, understanding and compassion. getty

food addiction is not about willpower, says recovering food addict dr. vera tarman

if you think about food all the time, behave in embarrassing ways around food and don’t want people to see how you eat, you may be a food addict, says dr. tarman.

karen hawthorne

mar 14 2023

compulsive overeating is like any addiction — you can't stop even if you want to. but with information and support, there's hope for recovery, says dr. tarman. getty

obesity 'in your own words' book aims to raise awareness and spark compassion

eight extraordinary canadians bravely shared pieces of their life with obesity in the form of letters to their younger selves, and despite stigma, discrimination and hurtful stereotypes, these are stories of hope, resilience and recovery.

maja begovic

mar 17 2023

obesity is a disease that could be cured with awareness, understanding and compassion. getty

food addiction is not about willpower, says recovering food addict dr. vera tarman

if you think about food all the time, behave in embarrassing ways around food and don’t want people to see how you eat, you may be a food addict, says dr. tarman.

karen hawthorne

mar 14 2023

compulsive overeating is like any addiction — you can't stop even if you want to. but with information and support, there's hope for recovery, says dr. tarman. getty

weight loss isn't just about eating less and moving more

dietitian and weight loss coach tedi nikova uses a combination of cognitive behavioural therapy, acceptance therapy and commitment therapy to help clients overcome unhealthy relationships with food.

karen hawthorne

mar 13 2023

diet culture gets us to believe that there are the good foods and bad foods for weight loss. but "a cupcake is just a cupcake," says tedi nikova. getty

obesity treatment: 'stop talking to patients like they are children'

dr. sean wharton is working towards changing how we understand obesity, from how doctors treat patients to society's perspectives: "african-american women carry their weight on their hips and thighs. yet, they’re demonized when they should just be called beautiful."

karen hawthorne

mar 10 2023

dr. sean wharton is the medical director of the wharton medical clinic, a researcher and advocate for health equity in canada. supplied

weight loss isn't just about eating less and moving more

dietitian and weight loss coach tedi nikova uses a combination of cognitive behavioural therapy, acceptance therapy and commitment therapy to help clients overcome unhealthy relationships with food.

karen hawthorne

mar 13 2023

diet culture gets us to believe that there are the good foods and bad foods for weight loss. but "a cupcake is just a cupcake," says tedi nikova. getty

obesity treatment: 'stop talking to patients like they are children'

dr. sean wharton is working towards changing how we understand obesity, from how doctors treat patients to society's perspectives: "african-american women carry their weight on their hips and thighs. yet, they’re demonized when they should just be called beautiful."

karen hawthorne

mar 10 2023

dr. sean wharton is the medical director of the wharton medical clinic, a researcher and advocate for health equity in canada. supplied

happiness doesn't depend on your weight, says gillian mandich, happiness expert

social connection determines happiness more than money, gender, race, where we live, education, and even the number on the scale.

karen hawthorne

mar 9 2023

how happy you are is influenced by genetics, your environment, and your thoughts, actions and behaviours. getty

obesity matters imagines acceptance and equity in care on world obesity day

in just a few short years, obesity matters has united individuals, families, communities, and organizations to create awareness around obesity as a chronic condition, but there's more work to be done.

priti chawla

obesity matters

mar 2 2023

priti chawla is the executive director of obesity matters. supplied

happiness doesn't depend on your weight, says gillian mandich, happiness expert

social connection determines happiness more than money, gender, race, where we live, education, and even the number on the scale.

karen hawthorne

mar 9 2023

how happy you are is influenced by genetics, your environment, and your thoughts, actions and behaviours. getty

obesity matters imagines acceptance and equity in care on world obesity day

in just a few short years, obesity matters has united individuals, families, communities, and organizations to create awareness around obesity as a chronic condition, but there's more work to be done.

priti chawla

obesity matters

mar 2 2023

priti chawla is the executive director of obesity matters. supplied

living with obesity: 'i know what it feels like for someone to assume you are lesser than you are because you have a couple of extra kilos'

aashni shah has a message for others who are living with obesity: "stop looking at the number on the scale, find the things that inspire you, and start focusing on what you want your life to look like."

robin roberts

sep 21 2022

aashni shah is an entrepreneur, running two start-ups, elixir labs and hypedocs. supplied

five myths about obesity

obesity is a complex disease, and a lack of proper information can lead to the formation of some potentially harmful myths.

nick beare and obesity matters

obesity matters

may 19 2022

obesity is a chronic disease that is hard to manage with just diet and exercise, says dr. sandy van. getty

living with obesity: 'i know what it feels like for someone to assume you are lesser than you are because you have a couple of extra kilos'

aashni shah has a message for others who are living with obesity: "stop looking at the number on the scale, find the things that inspire you, and start focusing on what you want your life to look like."

robin roberts

sep 21 2022

aashni shah is an entrepreneur, running two start-ups, elixir labs and hypedocs. supplied

five myths about obesity

obesity is a complex disease, and a lack of proper information can lead to the formation of some potentially harmful myths.

nick beare and obesity matters

obesity matters

may 19 2022

obesity is a chronic disease that is hard to manage with just diet and exercise, says dr. sandy van. getty

no shame or blame: the real truth about fats

learning the difference between good fats and unhealthy fats is key to a balanced diet.

nick beare and obesity matters

obesity matters

mar 4 2022

selection of healthy fat sources on wooden background

'i’ve been healed from the inside out': tanya bender shares how cbt changed her relationship with food

for tanya bender, identifying trigger foods and addiction tendencies has been a game-changer.

obesity matters

obesity matters

dec 17 2021

'i will not allow those food choices to control my thoughts any longer,' says tanya bender. supplied

understanding the childhood obesity epidemic: environment, genetics and education

the entire society has to work together to end childhood obesity, and the onus cannot be put on parents or just one group of people.

angelica bottaro

sep 18 2024

one in three children have obesity in canada, a three-fold increase in the last 30 years.

the toll of obesity: long-term impact, access to care and insurance support

“people living with obesity have a right to tackle their disease, to be treated just like someone who has migraines or hypertension. it’s just basic human rights."

angelica bottaro

sep 6 2024

neda nasseri, product director of benefits at desjardins insurance and advisory board member with obesity matters; rachel atkins, board vice-chair, director of strategy, and patient advocate with obesity matters; and dr. david attalla, internal medicine and obesity medicine physician. (left to right)

leaders in health: dr. sean wharton and compassion in obesity medicine

while the mantra “eat less and move more” continues to be advised by some healthcare practitioners for people living with obesity, dr. sean wharton has brought greater compassion and understanding to the healthcare community and his own clinic.

karen hawthorne

aug 21 2024

dr. sean wharton started his clinic in 2008 to put weight and its associated risks of type 2 diabetes, fatty liver disease and osteoarthritis, among others, at the forefront because people with obesity deserve medical treatment.

world obesity day 2024: 'my hope is that we can drop the judgment and look for solutions’

five advocates shared their thoughts on what they felt was the most important issue facing the obesity community.

dave yasvinski

obesity matters

mar 4 2024

obesity has emerged as a global health crisis, with the fastest growth rates in low- and middle-income countries.

leaders in health: dr. sean wharton and compassion in obesity medicine

while the mantra “eat less and move more” continues to be advised by some healthcare practitioners for people living with obesity, dr. sean wharton has brought greater compassion and understanding to the healthcare community and his own clinic.

karen hawthorne

aug 21 2024

dr. sean wharton started his clinic in 2008 to put weight and its associated risks of type 2 diabetes, fatty liver disease and osteoarthritis, among others, at the forefront because people with obesity deserve medical treatment.

world obesity day 2024: 'my hope is that we can drop the judgment and look for solutions’

five advocates shared their thoughts on what they felt was the most important issue facing the obesity community.

dave yasvinski

obesity matters

mar 4 2024

obesity has emerged as a global health crisis, with the fastest growth rates in low- and middle-income countries.

obesity matters policy roundtable: breaking barriers to obesity treatment and acceptance

tackling stigma in the media, educating health care providers and lobbying policymakers are just a few of the challenges that this national advocacy organization is taking on.

robin roberts

nov 14 2023

science has finally recognized that obesity is a chronic, progressive disease that has more to do with genetics and environmental factors than a person’s willpower.

unlock a healthier way of eating: the flexitarian diet

among the many health benefits provided by a flexitarian diet, a lowered risk of chronic disease is perhaps the most notable.

obesity matters

obesity matters

sep 20 2023

as such, the flexitarian diet fits well into a wide range of cultures, preferences and dietary needs while providing variety. getty

obesity matters policy roundtable: breaking barriers to obesity treatment and acceptance

tackling stigma in the media, educating health care providers and lobbying policymakers are just a few of the challenges that this national advocacy organization is taking on.

robin roberts

nov 14 2023

science has finally recognized that obesity is a chronic, progressive disease that has more to do with genetics and environmental factors than a person’s willpower.

unlock a healthier way of eating: the flexitarian diet

among the many health benefits provided by a flexitarian diet, a lowered risk of chronic disease is perhaps the most notable.

obesity matters

obesity matters

sep 20 2023

as such, the flexitarian diet fits well into a wide range of cultures, preferences and dietary needs while providing variety. getty

obesity 'in your own words' book aims to raise awareness and spark compassion

eight extraordinary canadians bravely shared pieces of their life with obesity in the form of letters to their younger selves, and despite stigma, discrimination and hurtful stereotypes, these are stories of hope, resilience and recovery.

maja begovic

mar 17 2023

obesity is a disease that could be cured with awareness, understanding and compassion. getty

food addiction is not about willpower, says recovering food addict dr. vera tarman

if you think about food all the time, behave in embarrassing ways around food and don’t want people to see how you eat, you may be a food addict, says dr. tarman.

karen hawthorne

mar 14 2023

compulsive overeating is like any addiction — you can't stop even if you want to. but with information and support, there's hope for recovery, says dr. tarman. getty

obesity 'in your own words' book aims to raise awareness and spark compassion

eight extraordinary canadians bravely shared pieces of their life with obesity in the form of letters to their younger selves, and despite stigma, discrimination and hurtful stereotypes, these are stories of hope, resilience and recovery.

maja begovic

mar 17 2023

obesity is a disease that could be cured with awareness, understanding and compassion. getty

food addiction is not about willpower, says recovering food addict dr. vera tarman

if you think about food all the time, behave in embarrassing ways around food and don’t want people to see how you eat, you may be a food addict, says dr. tarman.

karen hawthorne

mar 14 2023

compulsive overeating is like any addiction — you can't stop even if you want to. but with information and support, there's hope for recovery, says dr. tarman. getty

weight loss isn't just about eating less and moving more

dietitian and weight loss coach tedi nikova uses a combination of cognitive behavioural therapy, acceptance therapy and commitment therapy to help clients overcome unhealthy relationships with food.

karen hawthorne

mar 13 2023

diet culture gets us to believe that there are the good foods and bad foods for weight loss. but "a cupcake is just a cupcake," says tedi nikova. getty

obesity treatment: 'stop talking to patients like they are children'

dr. sean wharton is working towards changing how we understand obesity, from how doctors treat patients to society's perspectives: "african-american women carry their weight on their hips and thighs. yet, they’re demonized when they should just be called beautiful."

karen hawthorne

mar 10 2023

dr. sean wharton is the medical director of the wharton medical clinic, a researcher and advocate for health equity in canada. supplied

weight loss isn't just about eating less and moving more

dietitian and weight loss coach tedi nikova uses a combination of cognitive behavioural therapy, acceptance therapy and commitment therapy to help clients overcome unhealthy relationships with food.

karen hawthorne

mar 13 2023

diet culture gets us to believe that there are the good foods and bad foods for weight loss. but "a cupcake is just a cupcake," says tedi nikova. getty

obesity treatment: 'stop talking to patients like they are children'

dr. sean wharton is working towards changing how we understand obesity, from how doctors treat patients to society's perspectives: "african-american women carry their weight on their hips and thighs. yet, they’re demonized when they should just be called beautiful."

karen hawthorne

mar 10 2023

dr. sean wharton is the medical director of the wharton medical clinic, a researcher and advocate for health equity in canada. supplied

happiness doesn't depend on your weight, says gillian mandich, happiness expert

social connection determines happiness more than money, gender, race, where we live, education, and even the number on the scale.

karen hawthorne

mar 9 2023

how happy you are is influenced by genetics, your environment, and your thoughts, actions and behaviours. getty

obesity matters imagines acceptance and equity in care on world obesity day

in just a few short years, obesity matters has united individuals, families, communities, and organizations to create awareness around obesity as a chronic condition, but there's more work to be done.

priti chawla

obesity matters

mar 2 2023

priti chawla is the executive director of obesity matters. supplied

happiness doesn't depend on your weight, says gillian mandich, happiness expert

social connection determines happiness more than money, gender, race, where we live, education, and even the number on the scale.

karen hawthorne

mar 9 2023

how happy you are is influenced by genetics, your environment, and your thoughts, actions and behaviours. getty

obesity matters imagines acceptance and equity in care on world obesity day

in just a few short years, obesity matters has united individuals, families, communities, and organizations to create awareness around obesity as a chronic condition, but there's more work to be done.

priti chawla

obesity matters

mar 2 2023

priti chawla is the executive director of obesity matters. supplied

living with obesity: 'i know what it feels like for someone to assume you are lesser than you are because you have a couple of extra kilos'

aashni shah has a message for others who are living with obesity: "stop looking at the number on the scale, find the things that inspire you, and start focusing on what you want your life to look like."

robin roberts

sep 21 2022

aashni shah is an entrepreneur, running two start-ups, elixir labs and hypedocs. supplied

five myths about obesity

obesity is a complex disease, and a lack of proper information can lead to the formation of some potentially harmful myths.

nick beare and obesity matters

obesity matters

may 19 2022

obesity is a chronic disease that is hard to manage with just diet and exercise, says dr. sandy van. getty

living with obesity: 'i know what it feels like for someone to assume you are lesser than you are because you have a couple of extra kilos'

aashni shah has a message for others who are living with obesity: "stop looking at the number on the scale, find the things that inspire you, and start focusing on what you want your life to look like."

robin roberts

sep 21 2022

aashni shah is an entrepreneur, running two start-ups, elixir labs and hypedocs. supplied

five myths about obesity

obesity is a complex disease, and a lack of proper information can lead to the formation of some potentially harmful myths.

nick beare and obesity matters

obesity matters

may 19 2022

obesity is a chronic disease that is hard to manage with just diet and exercise, says dr. sandy van. getty

no shame or blame: the real truth about fats

learning the difference between good fats and unhealthy fats is key to a balanced diet.

nick beare and obesity matters

obesity matters

mar 4 2022

selection of healthy fat sources on wooden background

'i’ve been healed from the inside out': tanya bender shares how cbt changed her relationship with food

for tanya bender, identifying trigger foods and addiction tendencies has been a game-changer.

obesity matters

obesity matters

dec 17 2021

'i will not allow those food choices to control my thoughts any longer,' says tanya bender. supplied

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