About the Issue | About the Initiative

Where are the frontlines of health?
Who are the patients on the frontlines of health?
What are some of the biggest challenges of healthcare on the frontlines?
How can I get involved in Frontline Health
How do I learn more about stories and news from the frontlines of health?

Where are the frontlines of health?

The frontlines of health are all around us. They include areas across Canada where individuals are unserved or underserved by our mainstream healthcare system: from remote and rural communities and inner city streets to suburban neighbourhoods, the people in these areas are geographically, socially or culturally isolated from the mainstream healthcare system.

Who are the patients on the frontlines of health?

Patients on the frontlines of health represent all facets of Canadian society. They may be members of remote, rural or aboriginal communities; street youth; isolated seniors; drug users and addicts; the homeless; new immigrants and refugees. Anyone who is beyond the reach of the mainstream healthcare system because of language, culture, poverty, choice of lifestyle or location, is a patient on the frontlines.

What are some of the biggest challenges of healthcare on the frontlines?

There are many challenges such as the lack of consistent quality care, the lack of healthcare providers, the vast geography of our country and its vibrant diversity. The Frontline Health program acknowledges these challenges, but focuses on solutions and innovation. By sharing the stories of innovation and triumph, building awareness of the issue and identifying best practices, we hope to extend mainstream healthcare to better serve marginalized populations. Please visit our Resources section for more background on the issue of healthcare on the frontlines.

How can I get involved in Frontline Health?

If you are interested in volunteering of making a donation to any of our partners from the frontlines of health, please visit Opportunities to Volunteer and Donate in the Resources section. It contains a list of all our partners as well as opportunities for getting involved.

How do I learn more about stories and news from the frontlines of health?

To stay on top of new stories and news on the topic of the frontlines of health, sign up to get the latest news. You can also set up an RSS feed from our site. Visit our News section for more information.

If you have a question that hasn't been answered here, please contact us.

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