Resource Directory

University Health Network

Bringing together resources of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital and Princess Margaret Hospital

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Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada

An organization of medical specialists dedicated to ensure the highest standard and quality health care for Canadians

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International Council of Nurses

A federation of national nurses’ associations (NNAs), representing the more than 13 million nurses worldwide

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Registered Practical Nurses Association of Ontario

Links to associations, databases and other resources for RPNs

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Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario

Links to associations, databases and other resources for RNs

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Ontario Society of Nutrition Management

Develop, promote and represent the profession of Nutrition Management

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Ontario Society of Medical Technologists (OSMT)

The voice of the Medical Laboratory Technologists and Medical Laboratory Assistants/ Technicians throughout Ontario.

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Ontario Society of Chiropodists

Podiatry/chiropodists professional association that offers information to the public as well as their professional regulated chiropody members in Ontario

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Ontario Psychological Association

Committed to the advancement of the practice and science of psychology through public and professional advocacy and education

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Ontario Physiotherapy Association

OPA is committed to leadership in physiotherapy through the provision of advocacy, professional development and career support services for its members

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Ontario Pharmacists’ Association

Speaks for pharmacists and the profession of pharmacy in whatever environment they practice; it advocates for the quality care and well being of patients

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Ontario Opticians Association

Provides network with other Opticians and optical news

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Ontario Occupational Health Nurses Association

Provides integrated occupational health and safety services to employers and employees. Occupational Health Nurses (OHNs) work closely with managers, supervisors and individual employees to maintain, promote and restore employee health, safety and well-being.

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Ontario Nurses’ Association

The trade union that represents 57,000 registered nurses and allied health professionals working throughout Ontario

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Ontario Medical Association

Seeks to build and maintain an organization that is inclusive, collaborative, and accountable to physicians

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Registered Massage Therapists’ Association of Ontario

Provides information and programming that encourages professional growth and high standards for massage therapists and promotes the profession to the public, government, business and other professions.

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Ontario Long-Term Care Association

Largest long term care provider association in Ontario and the only association that represents the full mix of long term care operators - private, not-for-profit, charitable and municipal.

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Ontario Hospital Association

Representing 151 public hospitals, the OHA advocates on behalf of members for a sustainable system that meets patient care needs; provides leadership through health system research and development, as well as education that serves to help shape the future of health care

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Ontario Dental Hygienists’ Association

Represents the interests and needs of member dental hygienists in Ontario

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Ontario Dental Association

Promotes and advocates for the dental professions; provides tools and resources to enhance the career of dentists

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Ontario College of Pharmacists

Provides information on registration process for internationally trained pharmacists and the International Pharmacy Graduate Program

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Ontario Chiropractic Association

Serves its members and the public by advancing the understanding and use of chiropractic care

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The Ontario Association of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists

OSLA represents, promotes and supports its members in their work on behalf of all Ontarians, especially those with communication disorders, swallowing difficulties, or hearing health care needs.

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Ontario Association of Social Workers

Addresses the interests and concerns of the profession at the local, provincial, national and international levels; also provides information for internationally trained social workers

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Ontario Association of Psychological Associates (OAPA)

Provides opportunities for networking and professional development

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Ontario Association of Optometrists

Represents over 80% of Ontario's optometrists; offers a wide range of services including group insurance plans, an annual Symposium, continuing education credits, regional workshops, public information materials and more

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Ontario Association of Medical Radiation Technologists

Acts as a link and network for Medical Radiation Technologists throughout the world

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Nurse Practitioners’ Association of Ontario (NPAO)

Membership open to nurse practitioners, registered nurses and nursing students interested in Nurse Practitioner practice

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Dietitians of Canada

National association of Canadian registered dietitians that provides resources for consumers and health professionals

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Denturist Association of Ontario

Provides information about denturist services, how to become a denturist and how to find one in Ontario

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Canadian Nursing Students’ Association

Representing voices of nursing students in Canada

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Canadian Society of Diagnostic Medial Sonographers

Dedicated to the enhancement of patient care by promoting the science of Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound

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Canadian Nurses Association

A federation of 11 provincial and territorial registered nurses associations representing more than 143,843 Canadian registered nurses.

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Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA)

Promotes mental health and advances excellence in the delivery of mental health services through knowledge transfer, policy development, advocacy and the inclusion of consumers and family members in decision-making

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Canadian Medical Association Journal

General medical journal publishing original research and review articles, commentaries and editorials and practice updates

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Canadian Lipid Nurse Network

An independent, non-profit organization of nurses and other health care professionals who share an interest in lipids and dyslipidemia management

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Canadian Dental Association

Provides news and information on dentistry and oral health in Canada

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Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety

Provides links to education & training and other resources for health & safety practitioners

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Canadian Association of Registered Diagnostic Ultrasound Professionals

Established to organize and form a diagnostic ultrasound representation of standards practiced within Canada.

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Canadian Association of Radiologists

Provide Canadian radiologists and physicians with information related to radiology.

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Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists

Provides services, products, events and networking opportunities to assist occupational therapists achieve excellence in their professional practice

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Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists

Canada's national certifying body for radiological technologists, radiation therapists, nuclear medicine technologists and magnetic resonance technologists

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Canadian Association of Critical Care Nurses

Serves its membership, the public and the critical care nursing community by meeting the professional and educational needs of critical care nurses.

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Canadian Association of Chain Drug Stores

The national voice of community chain pharmacy in Canada

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Canadian Association for Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases

An umbrella organization representing Canadian Society for International Health, The Canadian Society of Microbiologists, The Canadian Society for Medical Mycology, The Canadian College of Microbiologists, L'Association des Microbiologists du Quebec

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Canada’s Research-Based Pharmaceutical Companies (Rx&D)

A national association representing more than 50 research-based pharmaceutical companies in Canada

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Canada’s Health Informatics Association

An organization dedicated to promoting a clear understanding of health informatics within the Canadian health system through education, information, networking and communication.

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Association of Ontario Midwives

Features resources and links. Provides a basic introduction, information on media, government and consumer relations, professional development and events.

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Association of International Physicians & Surgeons of Ontario

AIPSO's mission is to ensure that internationally-trained physicians are integrated effectively and equitably into the Canadian health care system.

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Association of Dental Technologists of Ontario

The authoritative voice of dental technology in Ontario that seeks to pursue the advancement of the profession through education, communication amongst its members, and liaison with external agencies

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