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November 19th marks #WorldToiletDay! This year's campaign – ‘We’ll Always Need the Toilet’ – calls for action to protect & expand access to sanitation in the face of ageing infrastructure, rising demand, and the impact of climate change. Learn more: un.org/en/observances…

Today marks the start of World Antimicrobial Awareness Week! This year's theme is “Act Now: Protect Our Present, Secure Our Future.” #IPAC professionals play a pivotal role in surveilling for/controlling the spread of #AMR pathogens - how will YOU participate this year? #WAAW

"At the going down of the sun and in the morning. We will remember them." - Laurence Binyon Lest We Forget.

October 27th-31st marks #CanadianPatientSafetyWeek, and this year's theme is "All Voices for Safer Care". Patient Safety is the responsibility of all participants in the healthcare system. How do you use your #IPAC expertise to speak up for Patient Safety?

Happy National Infection Control Week, everyone! This year's theme is "Bridging Gaps, Building Bridges". Please share your celebrations and events with us on social media and show off your hard work! Tag us @IPACCanada and use #NICW! #NICW

Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay! This year's theme is "Access to Services- Mental Health in Catastrophes and Emergencies" - highlighting the need for increased supports following disaster situations. Learn more about how you can get involved: wmhdofficial.com

Today is #WorldMeningitisDay! Did you know that approximately 40% of meningitis deaths occur in children under 5 years old? Or that 2.3 million people are affected each year globally? Learn more about meningitis prevention and how you can get involved: worldmeningitisday.org

National Infection Control Week is October 20-24, 2025! This year's theme is "Bridging Gaps, Building Bridges". We can't wait to see all the creative ways you/your organizations celebrate #IPAC professionals and all the important work you do! #NICW

Mark your calendars! National Infection Control Week is October 20-24, 2025! This year's theme is "Bridging Gaps, Building Bridges". We can't wait to see all the creative ways you/your organizations celebrate #IPAC professionals and all the important work you do! #NICW

ONLY A FEW SEATS LEFT for the Fall 2025 Hybrid IPAC Canada Long Term Care in IPAC course! Learn more: ipac-canada.org/education-in...

Registration Deadline is fast approaching for the Fall 2025 Hybrid IPAC Canada Long Term Care in IPAC course! Deadline for registration is August 15, 2025 or until the course capacity is reached. Learn more: ipac-canada.org/education-inst…

The IPAC Canada LTC IPAC Training Program Brochure is now live! This hybrid course runs Sept-Oct 2025, and ends with an in-person component Oct 25-26 in Toronto. Register by Aug 15, or until course reaches capacity. Access the brochure and register: ow.ly/LIeW50WxZQj

Today is #WorldHepatitsDay, and this year's theme is "Hepatitis: Let's Break it Down". Did you know that there were 304 million people living with chronic hepatitis B and C in 2022? Learn more: ow.ly/Pagr50WhAXH.

Don’t miss out on this incredible education day jointly co-hosted by our IPAC Northern and Southern Alberta chapters! Virtual ($25) and In-person ($50) attendance options available. Open to members and non-members. Register: forms.office.com/r/gN2MShjDSN?o…

EXCITING NEWS! We are proud to announce that our revitalized website is now launched: ipac-canada.org! We hope you enjoy the new experience, and if you have any questions or feedback, please contact us at webcommunications@ipac-canada.org or webmaster@ipac-canada.org.

REGISTRATION NOW OPEN FOR THE FALL LTC 2025 COURSE! The IPAC Canada Hybrid Long Term Care in IPAC course focusses on IPACA in Long Term Care (LTC). Learn more: ow.ly/pFqb50Wkz1L Deadline for registration is August 15, 2025 or until the course capacity is reached.

@IPACCanada would like to wish you all a happy and healthy Canada Day!

Don't miss out on this incredible learning opportunity hosted by @AMMICanada ! This free webinar, held on June 18th, 2025, will focus on the importance of #ASP programs in rural locations!

Today is #WorldFoodSafetyDay - did you know that, on average, 1 600 000 people get sick due to unsafe food every day? This year's theme is "Science in Action"! Science helps us understand how to prevent foodborne diseases. Learn more: ow.ly/ob6e50VYQt1.

@IPACCanada would like to wish all members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community and their allies a happy and healthy Pride Month!