Author: Mike LeBlanc

September 2024 issue of the Environmental Health Review

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Dear CIPHI members,

I am pleased to announce that the newest issue of the Environmental Health Review is now available (https://pubs.ciphi.ca/toc/ehr/67/3).

In this issue, you will find:

  • A case study on rabies in a domestic cat in Niagara Ontario
  • A technical article from the NCCEH on managing cyanobacterial blooms in recreational waters
  • An emerging issues article by Tim Sly on Avian Influenza in dairy cattle

We also have our spotlight feature highlighting the great work being done by environmental health students at Toronto Metropolitan University. We have Nelson Fok’s research article summaries to keep us updated on the variety of research being done in this field, as well as a branch update from British Columbia.

A note about access to articles: Free access to all articles in the EHR is included in your CIPHI membership. To get full access to articles, please go to: https://ciphi.ca/–> under professional development –> Environmental Health Review. 

If you ever have trouble accessing articles or have questions please feel free to reach out to me. 

I hope you enjoy the issue!

Wendy Pons, PhD, CIPHI(C)
Editor- Environmental Health Review

Posted on by Mike LeBlanc

Dear members,

CIPHI is excited to announce that we are upgrading our communication platform for emailing information to members. The Listserv platform currently in use will be switched over to Mailchimp effective March 1, 2024. All CIPHI members in the Member Service Centre portal will be added to the Mailchimp distribution for CIPHI notifications. 

CIPHI members are asked to verify their member email addresses listed in the MSC portal ( https://ciphi.in1touch.org/ ) to ensure all MSC member emails are accurate and up-to-date by February 29th, 2024.   

Once the switchover has occurred, Mailchimp will have an unsubscribe button at the bottom of the e-blast email should you wish to unsubscribe from the distribution list from a particular email account. Any non-members currently subscribed to the Listserv who want to remain informed of CIPHI notification emails can go to the www.ciphi.ca webpage and click on the SUBSCRIBE button on the top right of the website page.

If you would like to send out an e-blast to the CIPHI email subscription, please email: office@ciphi.ca with your request after March 1st. Before sending, please conduct a comprehensive review of NOP #18 Appendix B to ensure complete adherence to e-blast requirements.

Sincerely,

The National Executive Council 

CIPHI National Virtual Education Series – Call for Abstracts

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The Canadian Institute of Public Health Inspectors Education Committee is seeking presentations that support our endeavor to provide education sessions to our members. As part of the Centre of Professional Excellence (CoPE) requirements for professional development hours, we strive to provide our members with education in the professional competencies for environmental public health professionals. We offer monthly education sessions for members to grow, learn, and connect with others.

The call for Abstracts is now open and can encompass technical presentations, ongoing research and initiatives, and skill building opportunities. Environmental public health is the cornerstone of safe and thriving communities. Abstracts are welcomed from all public health partners and industry professionals.

Submission deadline is the last Friday of each month.

Selected speakers will be contacted by email and given 3 weeks of notice of an intended session date. For more information, email education@ciphi.ca and download the Speaker Abstract Submission Form.

Report for 2023 Annual General Meeting

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The Canadian Institute of Public Health Inspectors will be holding the 89th Annual General Meeting on
Monday, September 18th, 2023, from 3:30pm – 5:00pm ADT

Location:
Delta Hotels by Marriot
39 King Street
Saint John, New Brunswick

Virtual Participation via Zoom will be available. Details Upon Registration.

The 2023 AGM Report can be found here: https://ciphi.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/2023-AGM-Report.pdf

New CIPHI Career Pamphlet

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Dear members,

The CIPHI National Advocacy Committee is pleased to share the updated CIPHI career pamphlet that includes information on:

  • The Institute;
  • The role of Environmental Public Health Professionals;
  • How to obtain your Certificate in Public Health Inspection (Canada);
  • List of the accredited academic institutions across Canada;
  • Job market; 
  • Where to learn more (ciphi.ca).

The pamphlet was designed for professional printing but an inhouse printing version is provided as well for your convenience. A French copy will be available late fall and both versions will be made available on the CIPHI website.

Sincerely,

CIPHI National Advocacy Committee
advocacy@ciphi.ca