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The Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment (CAPE) criticizes the Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers (CAPP) for attempting to use the pandemic to suspend environmental regulations. CAPE asserts that 'Do No Harm' in a planetary health context requires strengthening climate policies, investing in a net-zero transition by 2050, and addressing the ecological determinants of health to prevent future zoonotic and climate-related crises.

The Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment (CAPE) argues that Canada's post-COVID-19 economic recovery should prioritize decarbonization to protect human health and ensure economic stability. The report outlines a path to net-zero emissions by 2050, projecting that meeting climate targets would save approximately 112,000 lives between 2030 and 2050 due to air quality improvements and increase clean jobs from 210,000 in 2020 to 1.5 million by 2050. Key recommendations include legislating a net-zero 2050 target, decarbonizing electricity and transit by 2040, and transitioning buildings and healthcare to net-zero by 2050. The report also emphasizes the health risks of fossil fuel investments, the need for a just transition for workers, and the importance of nature-based solutions for climate mitigation and mental health.

The Living Planet Report 2020 documents a severe global decline in wildlife populations and ecosystems, highlighting the interconnectedness of nature and human health. It identifies land-use change, overexploitation, and climate change as primary drivers of biodiversity loss and proposes a roadmap to 'bend the curve' of this decline through integrated conservation and food system reform.

The Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment (CAPE) supports the draft guiding principles for Canada's next food guide, particularly the shift toward plant-based proteins and unsaturated fats. However, CAPE argues that the current draft incorrectly treats human health and the environment as separate entities. They advocate for a 'planetary health' approach that recognizes the ecosystem as a fundamental determinant of health and suggests incorporating Indigenous wisdom regarding sustainability and seven-generation planning. Additionally, CAPE highlights the absence of guidance on cultivation methods, citing research that links organic foods to higher antioxidant levels and lower pesticide residues, while warning that pesticide exposure is associated with neurodevelopmental deficiencies and certain childhood cancers.

The Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment (CAPE) wrote to federal ministers in May 2017 urging the integration of Health Impact Assessments (HIAs) into all federal Environmental Assessment (EA) processes. The organization argues that human health is fundamentally underpinned by the environment and that resource and energy development projects must explicitly evaluate health outcomes, particularly for vulnerable populations and Indigenous Peoples.

The Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment and other health organizations advocate for the inclusion of human health impact assessments within federal environmental reviews to address the link between ecological decline and public health.

The document outlines the intersection of climate change and public health in Canada, highlighting risks such as extreme heat, wildfires, and food insecurity, particularly in the Arctic and among Indigenous populations. It advocates for a rapid phase-out of coal-powered electricity by 2030, the implementation of a National Active Transport Strategy, and the integration of Health Impact Assessments into federal environmental processes to mitigate health risks and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

The Advocacy and Mobilization Program (AMP) trained 130 healthcare professionals across three cohorts to engage in planetary health advocacy. Key successes included significant increases in participant confidence, storytelling skills, and the effectiveness of 'Hill Day' meetings with federal politicians. However, the program faced staffing challenges and found that a six-month commitment was often too resource-intensive for busy professionals, suggesting a shift toward shorter, more targeted training formats in the future.

The document outlines the link between biodiversity and population health, positioning urban forests as a municipal tool to mitigate the 'triple planetary crisis' of climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution. It highlights the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework and Canada's amended Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA) as policy drivers. Evidence is provided on the physical, mental, and social health benefits of urban trees, with specific advantages for children, seniors, and pregnant women. The briefing concludes with seven policy recommendations for municipal governments, including the adoption of Urban Forest Management Plans and equity-focused planting strategies.

The WHO-Civil Society Working Group to Advance Action on Climate Change and Health calls for the systemic integration of climate and health competencies into all health professional education, citing a global lack of such programs and institutional barriers. The letter advocates for updated curricula, increased funding for research, and multi-sectoral collaboration to build resilient, low-carbon health systems. It provides an appendix of existing global resources, including courses in the Caribbean, Latin America, Brazil, and Kiribati, as well as core competency frameworks developed by the Global Consortium on Climate and Health Education.

The document lists several climate and health educational initiatives, including certificate courses for health professionals in the Caribbean and Latin America, a Planetary Health MOOC from Brazil, and a 'Core Competencies' framework developed by the Global Consortium on Climate and Health Education (GCCHE).

The Global Climate and Health Alliance and various health leaders argue that a rapid phase-out of fossil fuels is essential to prevent overwhelming health consequences and to achieve the 1.5°C target of the Paris Agreement. They highlight that air pollution from fossil fuels causes 7 million premature deaths annually and cost the global economy over US$8.1 trillion in 2019. The letter calls for a just energy transition that prioritizes marginalized communities, the redirection of fossil fuel subsidies toward clean energy, and the exclusion of fossil fuel industry lobbyists from climate negotiations.

The WHO and Civil Society Working Group on Health and Climate Change urges medical educators to incorporate climate and health competencies into curricula to prepare healthcare workers for the impacts of environmental changes. The letter highlights a global lack of formal climate education for doctors and proposes specific actions, including increased funding and resource sharing. It provides examples of existing courses in the Caribbean, Latin America, Brazil, and Kiribati, as well as global initiatives like the GCCHE core competencies.

An open letter from the Civil Society Working Group on Health and Climate Change calling for the integration of climate and health education into the curricula of all health professional training institutions to prepare the workforce for environmental and climate-related health risks.

The WHO-Civil Society Working Group on Climate and Health Action calls for the mandatory integration of climate and health education into all health professional training to prepare the workforce for increasing environmental health risks. The letter highlights a global lack of institutional support and student-led initiatives as current drivers of such education. It proposes four key actions: incorporating core competencies into curricula, supporting multi-sectoral collaboration, increasing funding for research and education, and sharing resources. The document also lists existing educational examples, including specialized courses for the Caribbean and Latin America, and a 'core competencies' framework developed by the Global Consortium on Climate and Health Education.

The WHO-Civil Society Working Group on Climate and Health Action calls for the systemic integration of climate and health competencies into medical and health professional curricula. The document argues that health professionals have an ethical duty to address climate-related health risks, noting that current training is often lacking or student-led. It proposes four key actions: integrating competencies into curricula and professional development, fostering multisectoral training, increasing funding for research and education, and sharing pedagogical resources. The letter includes an appendix of existing courses in the Caribbean, Latin America, Brazil, and Switzerland, as well as a core competencies framework developed by the Global Consortium on Climate and Health Education.

The WHO-Civil Society Working Group calls for the systemic integration of climate and health competencies into medical and health professional education to ensure practitioners can respond to climate-related health risks. The letter highlights a global lack of such programs and institutional barriers, while providing a list of existing regional and global courses as models for implementation.

The document examines the synergistic crisis of wildfires and anthropogenic climate change in Latin America, highlighting severe physical and mental health impacts. It identifies vulnerable populations, such as children, the elderly, and indigenous communities, and calls for a paradigm shift toward preventive, integrated policies. Key recommendations include sustainable land management, strengthening environmental health surveillance, and integrating indigenous knowledge into fire management strategies.

The document lists the current members of the SAC and SPAC and details the criteria and expertise required for new SAC appointments. It also summarizes the committees' contributions during an intercessional period, including strategic guidance, policy revisions, and the establishment of specialized subcommittees.

The document outlines the critical roles rangers play in biodiversity stewardship, the protection of umbrella species like tigers, and disaster response for local communities. It highlights severe systemic challenges, including chronic underfunding, lack of basic equipment, and significant training gaps in first aid and disaster response. The text emphasizes that the global '30x30' target to conserve 30% of Earth's habitats by 2030 is unattainable without a professionalized, well-equipped, and adequately staffed ranger workforce.