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

Thursday, October 3, 2024 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Hallman Lecture: Creating sustainable working conditions

International scholar, Dr. Jodi Oakman, will explore interactions between work and health, starting from the premise that good work has beneficial health outcomes and supports productivity. Drawing on contemporary and emerging research, the presentation will examine the requirements for healthy work environments to support the creation of sustainable working conditions to promote long working lives. 

Friday, October 25, 2024 10:00 am - 12:00 pm EDT (GMT -04:00)

Faculty of Health Convocation - Fall 2024

Convocation is a special time for our graduates to celebrate their achievements with family and friends. University of Waterloo's Fall Convocation ceremony for the Faculty of Health takes place Friday, October 25 at 10 a.m.

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