Alliance for the Prevention of Chronic Disease

Volume 3 of a 4-part CDPAC report on marketing of sugar-sweetened beverages is now available.

It recommends:

Retailers: Encourage retailers to review their display policy to limit exposure of children and teenagers to sugar-sweetened beverages
Municipal-level: Limit the distribution of sugar-sweetened beverages in municipal establishments frequented by young people (arenas, community centres, etc.) and offer systematically more nutritious alternatives
Provincial-level: Prohibit the sale of sugar-sweetened beverages in buildings under provincial jurisdiction, particularly those frequented by young people (hospitals, schools, etc.)
Federal-level: Prohibit the sale of sugar-sweetened beverages in buildings under federal jurisdiction, particularly those frequented by young people (airports, national parks, etc.

About Us

Mission

The Alliance will advocate for public policy to support chronic disease prevention through a sufficient and sustainable primary prevention system based on community-led activities that increase access to healthier choices and environment.

Principles

The Alliance is guided by evidence and best practices
The Alliance supports developing and sharing knowledge and skills
The Alliance supports integrated community planning for healthy living
The Alliance acts together, with common messaging, to give strength to one powerful voice

Values

The Alliance operates with these fundamental values:

Mutual respect through consensus decision making which is inclusive, flexible and non-judgmental
Respect for the autonomy of the member organizations
Respect for the contribution of all members
Commitment to the common goal

News & events

May 17, 2012
Check out this new report from the Conference Board of Canada:

Improving Health Outcomes: The Role of Food in Addressing Chronic Diseases

May 12, 2012
The Alliance has released fact sheets on how to reduce childhood obesity and make healthy food choices.

April 28, 2012
The Canadian Cancer Research Alliance has released a new report:

Cancer Prevention Research in Canada: A Strategic Framework for Collaborative Action

April 25, 2012
Check out this Globe and Mail article on soft drinks and stroke risk:

April 9, 2012
An interesting press release from ParticipACTION and CSEP:

Children four and under should move more, sit less and avoid screens

March 12, 2012
The Manitoba Quits contest launches on March 27! Check out their website or this presentation for more information.

March 6, 2012
Now available:

Report on CDPAC's Fourth Pan-Canadian Conference

March 2, 2012
Check out these recent news releases:

CSPI Urges Mandatory Calorie and Sodium Information on Menus

Harper Government Announces Funding for Healthy Eating Initiative