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As patient partners from across this land, we acknowledge that we live, work, meet and travel on the traditional territories of Indigenous Peoples that have cared for this land, now called Canada, since time immemorial. These lands are either subject to First Nations self-government under modern treaty, unceded and un-surrendered territories, or traditional territories from […]

As I reflect on the recent e-Health Conference, I am filled with excitement and gratitude for the experiences and connections made. This was my first time at this venue, and the energy was palpable the moment you stepped out of the elevator. The excitement, buzz, and smiles were infectious, and it was heartwarming to see […]

May 28, 2024 – Digital Health Canada Award winners were announced at the e-Health 2024 Conference and Tradeshow, held this year in Vancouver from May 26 -28. Digital Health Canada annually offers awards in six categories—Digital Health Executive of the Year; Digital Health Leader of the Year; Clinical Innovator of the Year; Community Care Leader […]

Networking at conferences can be a highly rewarding experience, but it can also be overwhelming. At e-Health 2024, there are numerous opportunities to connect with peers, learn from experts, and expand your professional network. However, it’s equally important to look after your own mental health during the event. Key Networking Events Here are some networking […]

The momentum surrounding Canada’s digital health future is strong, and as a co-host of the annual e-Health Conference and Tradeshow with Digital Health Canada and Canada Health Infoway, we at CIHI are excited to hear about the successes and discuss the challenges experienced by our colleagues in the digital health arena. It turns out that […]

JW Marriott Parq Vancouver, the venue for e-Health 2024, is a proud partner of Vancouver Food Runners. Since January 2021, Vancouver Food Runners has redirected over 500,000 pounds of surplus food away from the landfill to non-profit partners working with food insecure populations. In 2023 JW Marriott Parq Vancouver Achieved: 13,916 pounds of surplus food […]

As the official ambassador for the e-Health Conference 2024, one of my roles is to share with you some things that are shaping up in my mind as I countdown to the upcoming conference. I am thrilled to delve into some pivotal topics and sessions that are on my mind. One of my focus areas […]

As we eagerly anticipate the upcoming e-Health 2024 conference at the end of May, I invite you to join me in an important conversation about the state of engagement for persons with lived experience (PWLE) in Canadian healthcare. ‘Nothing About Me, Without Me’ Statistics reveal a concerning reality: despite efforts to prioritize patient-centered care, and […]

I have the good fortune of being appointed as the official e-Health Conference and Tradeshow 2024 Ambassador! And I’m thrilled to share my excitement about some of the transformative topics and sessions this year. Whether you’re a healthcare professional, policy maker, or digital health enthusiast, this conference offers an unparalleled opportunity to dive into the […]

When we look at data, it’s sometimes easy to forget the human side of the story. To improve patient health, it’s important to understand the patient voice. At the Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI), we want to bring the patient perspective to more of our work. Understanding the patient voice Patients offer a unique […]

Join us on Monday, May 27 at 4:15 PDT for the e-Health Host Session—a dynamic conversation featuring leaders from Digital Health Canada, Canada Health Infoway and the Canadian Institute for Health Information as they discuss the pivotal role of collaboration and innovation in advancing our national shared health priorities. Situated within the framework of the […]

As part of the work and commitments outlined in the Working Together to Improve Health Care for Canadians Plan, Canada is implementing the Shared pan-Canadian Interoperability Roadmap that creates a vision for modern and person-centric health care which is digitally connected and privacy-protected by design. Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI) and Canada Health Infoway are […]