Dear CIPHI Members and Donors, The Environmental Health Foundation of Canada (EHFC) is pleased to invite you to a special virtual presentation with Doug Thompson, co-leader and founder of the Canadian Outreach Medical Multi Impact Team (COMMIT), a committee of the Rotary Club of Stratford Charitable Foundation. In 2023, the EHFC Board of Trustees and faithful donors raised $3,000 to support the Aquabox initiative, which provides emergency water filtration devices during natural disasters. In 2024, we collectively raised $2,500 for Aquabox and $2,500 in support of the COMMIT Eco-Stove project, which replaces open-fire cooking stoves and significantly improves the health of users, particularly women and children, who are frequently exposed to harmful smoke from traditional cooking methods. In this presentation, you will learn how your donation is making a direct impact on those living in Nicaragua. Doug will also touch on some of their other projects that the EHFC is supporting, such as the Aquabox project, and ways you can get directly involved in the important work that is being done to reduce health risks and improve health outcomes. Topic: Eco-Stoves: Improving Health and Environment in Developing Communities (and other COMMIT initiatives) Date and Time: May 12, 2025 at 2:00pm EST Location: ZOOM Click here to access Zoom link ![]() We look forward to seeing you there! For additional information or questions please email ehfcchair@gmail.com. Kind regards, Lena Parker, CPHI(C) Chair, Environmental Health Foundation of Canada / Fondation canadienne de l’hygiène du milieu The Charitable Division of the Canadian Institute of Public Health Inspectors / La division caritative de l’Institut canadien des inspecteurs en santé publique www.EHFC.ca |
Category: Notices
EHFC 2025 awards are now open!

Dear Colleagues, The Environmental Health Foundation of Canada (EHFC) Board of Trustees is pleased to announce that the 2025 awards are now open! Each year, the EHFC proudly recognizes outstanding individuals, organizations, and initiatives that demonstrate leadership, innovation and excellence in the field of Environmental Public Health. These awards celebrate the contributions that advance and promote Environmental Public Health in communities across Canada. Detailed award descriptions and the nomination form can be found here. A special thank you to our partners and donors who make it possible to honor the contributions that inspire a collective commitment to excellence in the field of Environmental Public Health. T. Duncan Ellison Safe Water Award sponsored by the Canadian Water and Wastewater Association Clifford E. Van Alstyne Communication Award supported by EHFC Dr. R. Neil Lowry Safe Recreational Water Award sponsored by the Lowry Group Environmental Health Leadership Award sponsored by Hedgerow Software Lilli Ann Zahara Public Health Education Award supported by EHFC Food Safety Award sponsored by NSF Award nominations close June 15, 2025. Continuing Education Bursary – For those looking to pursue further education, the 2025 Continuing Education Bursary is also open. The application can be found here. Bursary applications close June 15, 2025. For additional information or questions please email ehfcchair@gmail.com. Kind regards, Lena Parker, CPHI(C) Chair, Environmental Health Foundation of Canada / Fondation canadienne de l’hygiène du milieu The Charitable Division of the Canadian Institute of Public Health Inspectors / La division caritative de l’Institut canadien des inspecteurs en santé publique www.EHFC.ca |
New CIPHI Career Pamphlet
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