Caring for the most vulnerable in our communities
Catholic health care honours each person as sacred. We serve millions of Canadians, united in a healing mission to care for people with compassion and humanity. Driven to improve the lives of individuals and communities—especially those at greatest risk—we are innovators, advocates, and partners in health care.
Organizations across the spectrum of care—acute and teaching hospitals, palliative and end of life, mental health and addictions, rehabilitation services, housing, and long term care.
Resourceful, creative health care professionals coming together to engage in dialogue, collaborate on initiatives, and deepen their connection to the ministry.
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A bold, unifying campaign that amplifies the role, value, and impact of Catholic health care in Canada.
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Recognizing our Catholic health care leaders and programs that have a transformative impact on health care in Canada.
Learn moreRooted in the healing ministry of Jesus, it is our call to approach each other with vulnerability and humility. We are part of each other’s journey towards healing. The CHAC has been serving Canadians for over 400 years—before Canada was even a country.
Learn MoreNational Catholic Health Care Week is in February 2024.
New resources are now availableNEWLY PUBLISHED: "The Master Lists of Catholic Hospitals in Canada Since 1639" by Greg J. Humbert is a recent online publication that celebrates the 453 Catholic hospitals in Canada along with the 54 Congregations of Women Religious and 4 Congregations of Men Religious who founded them.
View the PUBLICATIONWe pray for wisdom, forgiveness, unity and healing in our interactions and actions each day as we continue our journey of Truth and Reconciliation from failure to hope.
PrayersCatholic health care is grounded in the healing ministry of Jesus. The ethics of Catholic social teachings guide our work including the calls to respect dignity, foster trust in care, promote justice, and offer compassion. We recognize the interconnectedness of each of us and work in solidarity for the common good.
Learn moreWe believe in the sacredness of life at all stages, from conception until natural death, and are honoured to journey with individuals and their families at every step. Recognizing that death and dying are a natural part of life, we encourage honest conversations that generate dialogue about the many processes, dynamics, and decisions that must be considered as someone nears the end of their life.
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