We're building healthy futures

Committed to improving the quality of life for individuals and communities through innovative education and research activities

The Faculty of Health is a leader in the development of strategies that prevent disease and injury, protect and promote healthy living, optimize physical ability, and improve well-being across the life course.

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Research excellence

Our researchers work closely with partners including ministries of health and health promotion, the World Health Organization, Public Health Agency of Canada, private industry, and many others to identify and understand health complex challenges and to develop relevant solutions.

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Work for the Faculty of Health

Explore faculty, research and postdoctoral positions in the Faculty of Health, including the School of Public Health Sciences, Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences and Department of Recreation and Leisure Studies.

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Equity, diversity and inclusion

We celebrate diversity and challenge the social and structural factors that undermine health, including structural bias, social inequities and racism.

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Events

Wednesday, November 6, 2024 11:30 am - 1:00 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Columbia Lake Water Walk

Join Myeengun Henry for a walk around Columbia Lake in honour of Indigenous water activist, Josephine Mandamin! In 2003, Josephine Mandamin began walking around the Great Lakes to raise awareness about water pollution. In response to Indigenous Teachings that water is sacred and is essential for all life to sustain on Mother Earth, we will walk in unity around Columbia Lake to remember our obligation to keep water clean and continue Josephine’s commitment alive.

Wednesday, November 13, 2024 2:25 pm - 3:05 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

Blood drive - Fall 2024

Join us as the Faculty of Health partners with Canadian Blood Services for a meaningful blood donation! Be a hero in your community and make a life-changing impact for those in need.

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