Volunteers: An Invaluable Support to Health
As we approach National Volunteer Week, those of us working in the not-for-profit sector can’t help but reflect…
OurCare Initiative
Canadians believe the health care system has failed on its promise to deliver universal, timely and high-quality health…
Let’s Inspire Inclusion in Healthcare
The theme of International Women’s Day this year – Inspire Inclusion – could not be more relevant to…
Got employees? Build community.
Your employees are crying out for community, and it’s up to you as their employer to deliver. by…
Empowering Hearts: Taking Charge of Your Cardiovascular Health
Heart disease and stroke are the number one killer globally, taking a life every five minutes in Canada[i].…
What I’ve Learned in My First Year as CEO of HealthPartners
Last week I celebrated my first anniversary at HealthPartners and got a bit reflective on what has changed…
Year-Round Advocacy: Nurturing Alzheimer’s Support Beyond Awareness Months
As we journey through Alzheimer’s Awareness Month this January, let’s pull back the curtains on this complex disease…
HealthPartners Canada Welcomes New Board Members and Leadership Changes
OTTAWA,ON, Jan 17, 2024 – Today, HealthPartners Canada is pleased to announce the addition of four accomplished individuals…
A Year in Review: Understanding the 2023 Giving Report
Given that HealthPartners’ mandate is to fundraise on behalf of our 17 health charity members, it is critically…
Securing Our Future: The Imperative for Boosted Health Research Funding
In our quest to secure a healthier future, one fundamental cornerstone stands tall: robust health research. At HealthPartners,…
Retirees: The Charitable Cornerstones
Retirees, aged 65 and beyond, form the backbone of Canadian charitable endeavors. Their unwavering dedication and commitment redefine…
National Diabetes Framework: What is it and why does it matter?
HealthPartners was created 35 years ago in recognition of the fact that a coalition of organizations coming together…
Show Your Lungs Some Love: How Vaccines Can Help Fight Lung Disease.
November is Lung Month, and as we enter the cold and flu season, it’s crucial to understand thesignificance…
Championing Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: HealthPartners’ Commitment
At HealthPartners, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) aren’t just words; they’re woven into the very fabric of our…
The Hill Times Op-Ed: How governments can help charities help those who need it most
Welcome to the HealthPartners blog – a forum where we’ll share the latest on the tremendous impact our…
HealthPartners Welcomes New Senior Director, Business Development
HealthPartners is pleased to announce that on July 17, 2023 Shauna Almas joined the HealthPartners team as Senior…
HealthPartners Appoints New CEO
Andrew Treusch, Interim Board Chair of HealthPartners, announced today the appointment of Kimberley Hanson as Chief Executive Officer…
The Mental Health Commission of Canada joins HealthPartners, a Consortium of Canada’s Most Trusted Health Charities
September 7, 2022 The Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC) is the first mental health organization to join…
CEO of HealthPartners Announcement
August 15, 2022 Today, Eileen Dooley, CEO of HealthPartners announced her retirement effective this month. Passionate about serving…
A Silent Wave: The Shadow Pandemic of Chronic Illness
March 17, 2021 HealthPartners poll on the impact of COVID-19 on health charities’ work raises the alarm –…
Statement by Eileen Dooley, CEO, HealthPartners, for 2020 National Public Service Week
June 15, 2020 Happy National Public Service Week! Every year we at HealthPartners Canada are grateful to federal…
New report: COVID-19 packs a double whammy, hurting Canadians living with chronic disease — and the health charities that serve them
April 23, 2020 “…The loss will be felt on all fronts – most of all on our health.”…
Statement by Eileen Dooley, CEO, HealthPartners, in Response to Today’s Announcement by the Prime Minister
March 29, 2020 HealthPartners Canada applauds today’s announcement by the Government of Canada to provide support for some of Canada’s…
HealthPartners Canada’s COVID-19 response
March 16, 2020 In light of the Covid-19 situation and advisories from respective medical officers of health, HealthPartners…
GUIDELINES RELATED TO COVID-19
March 13, 2020 These guidelines have been developed to address three different perspectives: providing support and guidance to…
HealthPartners elects new Directors at Annual General Meeting
February 21, 2020 Ottawa, Ontario. HealthPartners Canada is pleased to announce the appointment of three new member-nominated directors…
Interview: HealthPartners CEO Eileen Dooley spoke of some of the factors influencing workplace charitable donations
May 16, 2019 In an interview with the CBC earlier this week, HealthPartners CEO Eileen Dooley spoke of…
Gift Ideas from our Partners
December 18, 2018 ‘Tis the season for giving! Some of our 16 partner charities have compiled a list…
HealthPartners announces new governance structure, welcomes external directors for first time
November 26, 2018 OTTAWA, Ontario. HealthPartners is proud to embark on a new phase of its evolution with an…
While celebrating our health on the mat on Parliament Hill, HealthPartners launched 5-week campaign starring Canadians’s health
September 21, 2016 HealthPartners wants Canadians to take control of their health; to take small steps that can…
Namaste! Meet us on the mat to kick off HealthPartners’ new 5-week challenge to promote healthy living
September 16, 2016 To date HealthPartners has raised over $140,000,000 to help keep Canadians healthy Ottawa, ON – HealthPartners,…
HealthPartners Teams up with BioTalent Canada to Engage Employees with Health Charities
August 19, 2015 OTTAWA: HealthPartners, a Canadian collaboration of 16 of Canada’s most trusted health charities, announced a new…
Mental illness in the workplace: Report shines new light on it and highlights HealthPartners vital role
June 17, 2015 Ottawa: To respond to the evermore pressing concern of mental health in the workplace, and…
HealthPartners’ Newsmaker’s Breakfast: New Report Reveals HealthPartners Vital Role in Mental Health/Chronic Illness Connection
June 10, 2015 OTTAWA: In recognition of National Public Service Week and the evermore pressing issue of mental health…
Mental Health–Chronic Illness Link – HealthPartners is making the connections
May 7, 2015 OTTAWA: To mark Mental Health Week, HealthPartners, an organization representing 16 of Canada’s leading national…
HealthPartners Presents over $7,000,000 to 16 National Health Charities
January 13, 2015 OTTAWA: At HealthPartners’ annual cheque presentation to its members Eileen Dooley, CEO HealthPartners presented over…
Charitable Giving in the Workplace garners a spotlight as ALS Canada recognizes HealthPartners at Annual General Meeting
May 7, 2014 MARKHAM: The importance of workplace giving was highlighted at ALS Canada’s annual general meeting over…
Federal Public Servants and Retirees raise more than $10,500,000 for HealthPartners’ Charities
April 30, 2014 OTTAWA: This year, Federal Government Employees and Retirees raised more than $10,500,000 for HealthPartners and…
Rx&D hosts workplace giving campaign supporting 16 major health charities
December 12, 2013 OTTAWA: HealthPartners and Canada’s Research- Based Pharmaceutical Companies (Rx&D) are pleased to announce another successful…
HealthPartners’ volunteer Myra Conway wins 2013 GCWCC Mitchell Sharp Award
November 29, 2013 OTTAWA: HealthPartners is pleased to announce that Myra Conway, is the recipient of the 2013…