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HEALTH CHARITY [23 records]

Record 1 2024-11-29

English

Subject field(s)
  • Scientific Co-operation
  • Medical and Hospital Organization
  • General Medicine, Hygiene and Health
DEF

An individual who is likely to be able to use the knowledge generated through research in order to make informed decisions about health policies, programs and/or practices ...

OBS

[The] level of engagement [of the knowledge user] in the research process may vary in intensity and complexity depending on the nature of the research and their information needs ...

OBS

[A knowledge user] can be, but is not limited to, a practitioner, policy maker, educator, decision maker, health care administrator, community leader, or an individual in a health charity, patient group, private sector organization or a media outlet.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Coopération scientifique
  • Organisation médico-hospitalière
  • Médecine générale, hygiène et santé
DEF

Personne susceptible d'utiliser les connaissances issues de la recherche pour prendre des décisions éclairées au sujet de politiques, de programmes ou de pratiques en matière de santé [...]

OBS

[...] le niveau de participation [de l'utilisateur des connaissances] au processus de recherche peut varier en intensité et en complexité, selon la nature de la recherche et ses besoins en information [...]

OBS

[L'utilisateur des connaissances] peut être, entre autres, un praticien, un responsable des politiques, un éducateur, un décisionnaire, un administrateur des soins de santé, un dirigeant communautaire ou encore un membre d'un groupe de patients, d'un organisme de bienfaisance dans le domaine de la santé, d'un organisme du secteur privé ou des médias.

Spanish

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Record 2 2023-01-10

English

Subject field(s)
  • Organizations and Associations (Admin.)
  • Hygiene and Health
CONT

From hospital foundations to international health and relief organizations, health charities do many different things—advocacy, support of patients and families, outreach, patient care, research ...

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et associations (Admin.)
  • Hygiène et santé

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Organismos y asociaciones (Admón.)
  • Higiene y Salud
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Record 3 2021-03-08

English

Subject field(s)
  • National Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Military Administration
  • Mental health and hygiene
OBS

The Veterans Transition Network is the only Canadian charity delivering mental health services specifically for Veterans from coast to coast.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités nationaux canadiens
  • Administration militaire
  • Hygiène et santé mentales
OBS

Le Réseau de transition des vétérans (RTV) est la seule organisation caritative canadienne qui offre des services en santé mentale aux vétérans partout au pays.

Spanish

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Record 4 2020-12-11

English

Subject field(s)
  • Titles of Federal Government Programs (Canadian)
  • Scientific Research
OBS

Partners in Research Canada(PIR) is a registered Canadian charity founded in 1988 to help Canadians understand the significance, accomplishments and promise of biomedical research in advancing health and medicine. Since its genesis, PIR has broadened its scope to encompass all areas of academic and applied research as fields of discovery and study for Canadian students.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Titres de programmes fédéraux (Gouvernement canadien)
  • Recherche scientifique
OBS

Partenaires en recherche (PER) est un organisme de bienfaisance enregistré canadien. PER a été fondé en 1988, afin d'aider les Canadiens à comprendre l'importance, les réussites et les promesses d'avenir de la recherche biomédicale pour l'avancement des soins de santé et de la médecine. Depuis sa création, PER a étendu son champ d'action pour y inclure la science, la technologie, l'ingénierie et les mathématiques (STIM) en tant que champs de découverte et d'études pour les élèves canadiens.

Spanish

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Record 5 2019-10-24

English

Subject field(s)
  • Private-Sector Bodies and Committees
  • Sociology
  • Mental Disorders
OBS

Jack. org is [a Canadian] charity training young leaders to revolutionize mental health.

OBS

[In 2013,] The Jack Project rebrands as Jack.org and receives charitable status, becoming a fully independent registered charity.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités du secteur privé
  • Sociologie
  • Troubles mentaux
OBS

Jack.org est un organisme caritatif national qui forme et autonomise les jeunes leaders pour qu'ils militent pour une meilleure santé mentale dans leurs communautés.

OBS

[En 2013,] Le Projet Jack change d'image et devient Jack.org, un organisme caritatif enregistré entièrement indépendant.

Spanish

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Record 6 2018-11-13

English

Subject field(s)
  • National Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Psychology (General)
  • Drugs and Drug Addiction
OBS

Healthy Minds Canada(HMC) is a national charity in the mental health and addictions space [founded] in 1980...

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités nationaux canadiens
  • Psychologie (Généralités)
  • Drogues et toxicomanie
Key term(s)
  • Bonne santé mentale au Canada

Spanish

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Record 7 2018-10-11

English

Subject field(s)
  • Private-Sector Bodies and Committees
  • Social Services and Social Work
OBS

Since 1981, [the] Progressive Housing Society has provided support services to adults living with mental health issues or facing homelessness. [It is] a registered non-profit charity, working … in the Burnaby area.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités du secteur privé
  • Services sociaux et travail social

Spanish

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Record 8 2018-04-09

English

Subject field(s)
  • Private-Sector Bodies and Committees
  • Urinary Tract
  • Bowels
OBS

Mission statement : The International Continence Society is a registered charity with a global health focus which strives to improve the quality of life for people affected by urinary, bowel and pelvic floor disorders by advancing basic and clinical science through education, research, and advocacy.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités du secteur privé
  • Appareil urinaire
  • Intestins

Spanish

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Record 9 2018-02-23

English

Subject field(s)
  • National Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Mental Disorders
OBS

Through partnerships, public engagement and strategic initiatives, Partners for Mental Health seeks to transform the way Canadians think about, act towards and support mental health and people living with a mental illness. A national charity accredited by Imagine Canada's Standards Program, Partners for Mental Health aims to improve mental health in Canada by mobilizing and engaging Canadians to drive fundamental changes that result in : increased awareness and attention toward one's own mental health; greater understanding, acceptance and support for people living with a mental health problem or illness; increased access to mental health services, treatment and support; better workplace policies [and] more funding for programs and services.

OBS

... founded in 2007.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités nationaux canadiens
  • Troubles mentaux

Spanish

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Record 10 2017-12-28

English

Subject field(s)
  • Titles of Audio-Visual Documents
  • Sociology of Old Age
OBS

Video presented by the Sisters of Charity of Ottawa Health Service Inc.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Titres de documents audio-visuels
  • Sociologie de la vieillesse
OBS

Vidéo présenté par le service de santé des Sœurs de la Charité d'Ottawa.

OBS

Source : Santé Canada.

Spanish

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Record 11 2017-12-28

English

Subject field(s)
  • Private-Sector Bodies and Committees
  • Health Institutions
CONT

The SCO Health Service specializes in providing compassionate health care to the most vulnerable in our society: the frail elderly, people with chronic and terminal illnesses, and persons with disabilities. Our staff, physicians, and volunteers focus on the needs of our patients, residents, and their loved ones. We are a recognized centre for teaching and research designed to improve the quality of life of the people in our care.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités du secteur privé
  • Établissements de santé
CONT

Le Service de santé SCO se spécialise dans les soins aux plus vulnérables de notre société, soit les personnes âgées de santé fragile, les malades chroniques, les personnes mourantes et les personnes ayant un handicap. Notre personnel, nos médecins et nos bénévoles offrent des soins exemplaires, fondés sur la compassion et centrés sur les besoins de nos patients, résidents et leurs proches. Nous sommes un établissement d'enseignement et de recherche voué à améliorer la qualité de vie des personnes confiées à nos soins.

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Organismos y comités del sector privado
  • Establecimientos de salud
OBS

Servicios ofrecidos por la Orden de Hermanas de la Caridad de Ottawa.

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Record 12 2017-12-20

English

Subject field(s)
  • Titles of Audio-Visual Documents
  • Sociology of Old Age
  • Health Institutions
OBS

Sisters of charity of Ottawa Health Service Inc. Kit including two videos : 1) Intervention and Prevention; 2) Fostering a Supportive and Respectful Environment in Long Term Care.

Key term(s)
  • Abuse Prevention in Long-term Care

French

Domaine(s)
  • Titres de documents audio-visuels
  • Sociologie de la vieillesse
  • Établissements de santé
OBS

Service de santé des Sœurs de la Charité d'Ottawa. Trousse comprenant deux vidéos : 1) Intervention et prévention; 2) Favoriser un milieu de soutien et de respect dans les établissements de soins de longue durée.

OBS

Source : Santé Canada.

Spanish

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Record 13 2017-08-22

English

Subject field(s)
  • Organizations, Administrative Units and Committees
  • Sociology of Childhood and Adolescence
OBS

DESTA is a not-for-profit community-based organization serving marginalized youth, aged 18 to 35 in the Greater Montreal area. [Its] mission is to mentor these youth in the areas of education, health, personal development, and employment. Through [its] programs and services, DESTA aims to empower, strengthen authentic identity, and promote excellence in marginalized youth. DESTA is a Canadian registered charity.

OBS

DESTA: Dare Every Soul To Achieve.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes, unités administratives et comités
  • Sociologie de l'enfance et de l'adolescence
OBS

DESTA : acronyme anglais de Dare Every Soul To Achieve.

Spanish

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Record 14 2017-08-03

English

Subject field(s)
  • National Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Musculoskeletal System
OBS

Founded in 1965, the Canadian Orthopaedic Foundation is a mid-sized registered Canadian charity powered by a professional staff and network of over 300 volunteers. The Foundation is Canada's only charitable organization dedicated solely to helping people maintain and restore their bone and joint – or orthopaedic – health. The Foundation is dedicated to raising funds through public donations and allocating those funds to initiatives that will contribute to achieving its mission.

OBS

Mission. To achieve excellence in bone and joint health, mobility and function for all Canadians through the advancement of research, education and care.

Key term(s)
  • Canadian Orthopedic Foundation

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités nationaux canadiens
  • Appareil locomoteur (Médecine)
Key term(s)
  • Fondation orthopédique du Canada

Spanish

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Record 15 2017-07-14

English

Subject field(s)
  • National Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Sociology of Childhood and Adolescence
  • General Medicine, Hygiene and Health
OBS

The Sandbox Project is a national charity with a mandate to bring together leading researchers, governments, charities, and industry to improve child and youth health in Canada. The Sandbox Project promotes collaboration and knowledge exchange among children's health stakeholders, leads evidence-based policy and action, raises the profile of children's health issues in Canada, and builds the capacity of all sectors to respond to children's health issues in Canada. In particular, [the Prospect focuses] on improving health outcomes with respect to injury prevention, growing healthy bodies, mental health, and the environment.

OBS

Mission. To make Canada the healthiest place on earth for kids to grow up.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités nationaux canadiens
  • Sociologie de l'enfance et de l'adolescence
  • Médecine générale, hygiène et santé

Spanish

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Record 16 2017-06-23

English

Subject field(s)
  • Organizations, Administrative Units and Committees
  • Motor Vehicles and Bicycles
OBS

Bikes Without Borders is a federally-registered charity, using bikes and bike-related solutions as tools for development in marginalized communities around the world. [The organization believes] in the bicycle as a means of increasing access to vital health services, economic opportunity, educational empowerment and independence.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes, unités administratives et comités
  • Véhicules automobiles et bicyclettes

Spanish

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Record 17 2017-04-18

English

Subject field(s)
  • Organizations, Administrative Units and Committees
  • Medical and Hospital Organization
OBS

The Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation is a registered charity, responsible for raising funds to strengthen the health of Cape Bretoners.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes, unités administratives et comités
  • Organisation médico-hospitalière

Spanish

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Record 18 2017-02-15

English

Subject field(s)
  • Names of Events
  • Sociology (General)
CONT

Steps for Life – Walking for Victims of Workplace Tragedy is a 5 km fundraising walk to help support families who have suffered from a workplace fatality, life-altering injury or occupational disease. It's the primary fundraising event for Threads of Life, a national registered charity dedicated to supporting families ofworkplace tragedy. Steps for Life also raises awareness about the importance of health and safety within workplaces and to the public. It's a unique way to educate your community about the devastating ripple effects of a workplace tragedy and how we can work together to prevent others from being injured or killedon the job.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Noms de manifestations et d'activités diverses
  • Sociologie (Généralités)
OBS

Steps for Life tient la marche, traditionnellement, le premier dimanche du mois de mai pour faire partie de la Semaine de la Santé et sécurité au travail nord américaine (SSTNA). La marche de 5 kms œuvre à augmenter la sensibilisation de l’importance de la santé et la sécurité au travail et pour le public. C’est une façon unique d’éduquer votre communauté au sujet de l’effet domino dévastateur de la tragédie en milieu de travail et comment on peut travailler ensemble afin d’éviter que d’autres personnes soient blessées ou tuées en faisant leur travail.

Key term(s)
  • Steps for Life - Une marche à la mémoire des victimes de tragédies en milieu de travail
  • Steps for Life - Marcher pour les victimes d'une tragédie au travail

Spanish

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Record 19 2017-02-08

English

Subject field(s)
  • Provincial Government Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Health Institutions
OBS

St. Boniface General Hospital, a work of charity of the Sisters of Charity of Montreal "Grey Nuns", is a Catholic tertiary health care facility affiliated with the University of Manitoba. The mission is to promote excellence in patient care; provide leadership in research and education, offer a broad range of health promotion services; motivate and work with medical and hospital staff; respect life and human dignity; maintain a viable financial position; serve all those who call or need services and respect the diversity of cultural and ethnic heritage of those we serve.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités de gouvernements provinciaux canadiens
  • Établissements de santé
OBS

L'Hôpital général Saint-Boniface, œuvre de charité des Sœurs de la Charité de Montréal, «Sœurs Grises» est un établissement catholique tertiaire des soins de la santé, affilié à l'Université du Manitoba. Sa mission consiste à promouvoir l'excellence des soins aux patients; demeurer à l'avant-garde de la recherche et de l'éducation; offrir un vaste éventail de services de promotion de la santé; motiver et travailler avec les membres de l'Hôpital; respecter la vie et la dignité humaine; conserver une situation financière viable; desservir toutes les personnes qui font appel aux services et respecter les personnes desservies.

Spanish

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Record 20 2016-10-26

English

Subject field(s)
  • Private-Sector Bodies and Committees
  • Islamism
OBS

Islam Care Centre(ICC) is an established non-profit organization with charitable status. It became a federally incorporated Registered Canadian Charity on November 18th, 1999.... Primarily, it is committed to the ideals of strengthening the health and safety of individuals, families and the wider community through the provision of resources to meet the unique needs of the individuals or groups involved.

OBS

Islam Care Centre provides the Canadian (Ottawa) Muslim community with resources to meet religious and social needs with the objective of establishing a better relationship with the larger Canadian society.

Key term(s)
  • Islamic Care Center

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités du secteur privé
  • Mahométisme
Key term(s)
  • Islamic Care Center

Spanish

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Record 21 2016-06-07

English

Subject field(s)
  • Private-Sector Bodies and Committees
  • Health Institutions
OBS

The Children’s Hospital Foundation of Saskatchewan is dedicated to raising funds for the enhancement of maternal and children’s healthcare and the Children’s Hospital of Saskatchewan.

OBS

Founded in 1992, the Children's Hospital Foundation of Saskatchewan is a provincial charity based in Saskatoon that supports pediatric and maternal health services in the areas of patient care services, research, and equipment enhancements.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités du secteur privé
  • Établissements de santé

Spanish

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Record 22 2011-12-02

English

Subject field(s)
  • Non-Gov. Provincial Bodies and Committees (Canadian)
  • Sociology of Old Age
OBS

OCSCO is a provincial organization and a registered charity. Founded in 1986, our mission is to improve the quality of life for Ontario's seniors through offering educational programs, information and referral, research and policy development, outreach and other programs.... OCSCO is community-based and not-for-profit and includes organizations representing seniors, ethnocultural, health, native, recreational, retiree, disability and women's organizations.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes et comités provinciaux non gouv. canadiens
  • Sociologie de la vieillesse

Spanish

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Record 23 2005-05-06

English

Subject field(s)
  • Commercial and Other Bodies (Law)
  • Social Problems
CONT

CRASH is the construction and property industry charity for the homeless.

CONT

The Motion Picture and Television Fund is an industry charity that provides retirement facilities for industry seniors, high quality and affordable health care facilities for industry workers, and grant support to community, educational, artistic, and humanitarian causes financed directly from the paycheck withholding donations of industry workers.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Organismes commerciaux ou non (Droit)
  • Problèmes sociaux

Spanish

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