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Obesity Canada

About Obesity Canada

  • Director of Advocacy and Public Engagement: Ian Patton | Email
  • Executive Director: Lisa Schaffer: | Email
  • Director of Education: Nicole Pearce:  Email

Obesity Canada is Canada’s official representative in the World Obesity Federation, and holds Full Member status. Obesity Canada is the country’s leading obesity registered charity association for: Healthcare professionals; researchers, trainees and students; policy makers and Canadians living with obesity.

Vision: A day when people affected by the disease of obesity are understood, respected, and living healthy lives.

Mission: To improve the lives of Canadians through obesity research, education, and advocacy.

Find out more

Visit the Obesity Canada website using the link below. 

OC website