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The "DivestInvest for Health" guide, published by the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment, provides a strategic framework for health associations and advocacy groups to divest from fossil fuels and reinvest in climate solutions. It argues that continued investment in fossil fuels creates an "ethical contradiction" for health professionals committed to doing no harm, given the public health threats posed by climate change.

This factsheet from the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment (CAPE) argues for the phase-out of coal-fired power plants in Alberta, citing their significant contribution to air pollution, mercury emissions, and climate change, and the resulting negative impacts on public health and the economy.

This briefing note from the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment argues for the removal of natural gas from British Columbia's buildings to meet climate targets and protect public health. It advocates for updating the Building Code and BC Energy Step Code to prohibit new gas connections and establish deadlines for existing buildings to transition to clean energy.

A statement by 82 health organizations from 30 countries calling on G7 nations to accelerate the global transition away from coal-fired electricity to improve public health and mitigate climate change.

The Green Offices Toolkit is a guide published by the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment designed to help clinicians and office managers implement sustainable, eco-friendly improvements in health care practices. It provides practical strategies for reducing energy, water, and waste, while emphasizing the role of physicians as community leaders in addressing the health impacts of climate change.

This guide by the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment (CAPE) provides instructions for individuals and organizations to report fossil fuel greenwashing in Canada. It details the processes for filing complaints with Advertising Standards Canada and the Competition Bureau of Canada, while offering tips for identifying deceptive environmental claims and reporting ads on digital platforms.

This fact sheet by the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment describes the health and environmental risks associated with tailings ponds in the Canadian oilsands (tarsands) industry in northern Alberta, highlighting unusually high cancer rates in local Indigenous communities and the failure of industry and government to report toxic spills.

This executive summary from the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment argues that four specific Canadian environmental regulations will generate significant direct health benefits and healthcare cost savings by 2050, primarily by reducing respiratory-related emissions.

A sign-on letter from the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment (CAPE) and other health organizations urging the Canadian government to implement a 'Healthy Recovery Plan' through federal fiscal stimulus spending to address climate change and public health.

This document presents survey results regarding public concern over online disinformation, hate speech, and foreign interference, as well as support for government and corporate interventions to ensure information integrity, particularly during extreme weather events.

This briefing note from the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment and other health and environmental groups calls for the rapid reintroduction and strengthening of Bill C-28 to modernize the Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA), 1999. The document argues that the current law is outdated and fails to address contemporary health threats, such as PFAS and BPA, which disproportionately affect marginalized populations and vulnerable groups.

A statement from a group of doctors and nurses, represented by the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment (CAPE), urging the British Columbia government to halt the expansion of the liquefied natural gas (LNG) and hydraulic fracturing (fracking) industries due to significant risks to public health, healthcare system costs, and climate targets.

A health advisory letter from a group of doctors and nurses to the government of British Columbia, warning of the public health risks associated with the expansion of the liquefied natural gas (LNG) industry and hydraulic fracturing (fracking).

This factsheet from the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment outlines the science of climate change, the primary economic sectors driving greenhouse gas emissions, the projected impacts of 1.5°C and 2°C warming, and the global commitments under the Paris Agreement.

This factsheet from the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment outlines the direct and indirect health impacts of climate change, detailing risks associated with extreme weather, infectious diseases, food security, and socio-economic stability.

This fact sheet from the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment outlines the diverse health risks posed by climate change to Canadians, including heat-related illness, respiratory diseases, and mental health impacts, while detailing specific regional vulnerabilities across Canada.

This fact sheet from the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment outlines how transitioning to a low-carbon economy in Canada can provide immediate health benefits. It argues that current government commitments are insufficient to meet Paris Agreement targets and advocates for a shift toward renewable energy, plant-based diets, and active transportation to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve public health outcomes.

This fact sheet from the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment outlines how climate-related events impact health care facilities (HCFs) in Canada and provides strategies for improving sustainability and resiliency. It details the health sector's contribution to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, highlighting energy use, anesthetic gases, and supply chain impacts, while suggesting tools for vulnerability assessment and specific reduction measures across various operational areas.

This factsheet from the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment provides guidance for health professionals on mitigating the health impacts of climate change in Canadian communities. It outlines specific climate-related risks—including extreme temperatures, flooding, wildfires, food insecurity, vector-borne diseases, and water quality issues—and offers actionable tips for clinicians to protect vulnerable patients and advocate for community-level adaptation measures.

This factsheet from the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment (CAPE) outlines how health professionals can leverage their credibility as trusted messengers to influence public behavior and policy-making regarding climate change, focusing on GHG emission reduction and adaptation programs.