Alberta Health Professionals for the Environment (AHPE) is a working group of the Alberta Environmental Network. We are dedicated to advancing environmental health awareness and advocacy by activating Alberta's health community. Read More
The AHPE Champion Awards proudly celebrate Alberta-based health professionals and organizations making remarkable strides in advancing planetary (environmental) health. These annual awards honour those who have implemented impactful interventions, driving positive change for planetary health at community, provincial, national, or even global levels.
Recipients will be honoured on the AHPE website, invited to present their work at a virtual AHPE meeting, and have their contributions shared with the larger Alberta Environmental Network community. Read More
Written by Weilin Qiu, Senior Environmental & Sustainability Representative, Medical Student's Association Read More
Written by Maya Schimert, Executive Member, University of Calgary Environmental Health Interest Group Read More
Alberta is renowned for its breathtaking natural landscapes—its towering mountains, sweeping plains, pristine rivers, and diverse ecosystems are integral to the health and well-being of its people and environment. The health of Alberta's communities, environment, and economy is deeply interconnected with the health of our planet. The choices we make today have profound consequences for planetary health, which encompasses the well-being of humans, ecosystems, and the systems that sustain life on Earth. Read More
We are excited to announce the formal launch of the Alberta Health Professionals for the Environment (AHPE), an initiative of the Alberta Environmental Network. This Working Group aims to build strong partnerships within Alberta's health sector committed to addressing the triple planetary crisis of climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution and reducing the adverse effects of environmental threats on the health of humans, animals, and the environment. Read More
A Letter from Dr. Norm Campbell
Chair of the Alberta Health Professionals for the Environment
Many people may not fully realize just how serious environmental health risks have become. We often hear news about extreme weather events causing a few deaths or injuries, and sometimes misleading reports downplaying the impact of climate change. But the reality is much more concerning, as shown by the latest evidence. Read More
Members of the Alberta Health Professionals for the Environment Working Group are drawn from a diverse range of organizations within the health and related sectors. These organizations represent nursing, pharmacy, medicine, public health, health-related charities, public educators, and allied health professions and workers. Comprised of dedicated health and healthcare professionals, academics, and subject matter experts, AHPE brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to this much needed space. Read More
Key Messages highlight important background information and next steps.
Explore What Health Organizations Can Do To Help Reduce Climate Change. Read More
Downloadable brochures and materials covering a range of topics related to environmental health, wellness, and sustainability. Read More
