Welcome to the Resolutions pages of alPHaWeb. Here you will find a collection of alPHa's Resolutions and related correspondence dating back to 2000, as well as general information on how they are adopted and acted upon. Using the drop-down menu above ("more in this section..."), you may choose to view all Resolutions passed in a given year, or you may view summary pages of developments and actions on Resolutions, organized by topic. If you are seeking something specific, simply use the Search tool above and to the left.
You may also navigate using the "collections" below, which include
We will also post motions passed by our member Local Boards of Health. The list includes only motions that have been sent to alPHa and are organized by topic for information only. They may or may not be congruent with alPHa Positions.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Association of Local Public Health Agencies (alPHa) writes to the Ontario Minister of Health recommending a review in consultation with the Ontario Immunization Advisory Committee and/or the National Advisory Committee on Immunization, as well as local public health agencies, regarding shifting universal HBV vaccination from Grade 7 to the first year of life, based on existing epidemiologic and economic evidence and programmatic considerations, in order to strengthen early protection against HBV, reduce preventable chronic infections, and advance health equity for children and families across Ontario; AND FURTHER that alPHa recommends that the Minister of Health specifically considers the adoption of the combined DTaP-HB-IPV-Hib vaccine given at 2, 4, and 6 months of age as the preferred option for Ontario given its ability to seamlessly integrate into the existing vaccination schedule...
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Association of Local Public Health Agencies of Ontario (alPHa) request that the Province of Ontario, through the Ministry of Health: 1. Undertake a provincial PHI workforce assessment and forecasting approach, aligned with the Ministry-led PHI Workforce Capacity Working Group, to identify current and projected workforce needs and to inform evidence-informed and equitable distribution of PHI resources; 2. Provide sustained, base funding to local public health agencies to support the hiring of additional certified Public Health Inspectors across Ontario, based on the workforce assessment and forecasting, which includes an assessment of training program capacity, to strengthen PHI staffing capacity and support consistent delivery of OPHS requirements; 3. Continue to advance education, recruitment, and practicum capacity initiatives—including mentorship supports and standardized practicum approaches—in partnership with accredited institutions...
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Association of Local Public Health Agencies call on the Federal Government to amend the Food and Drugs Act to mandate alcohol labelling including: Health Warnings: prominent, rotating warnings on all alcohol containers; Canada’s Guidance on Alcohol and Health: providing guidance for preventng or reducing consumption-related health risks; Standard Drink Size: static standard drink information per container and per serving; AND FURTHER that the Association of Local Public Health Agencies endorse the Statement from Provincial/Territorial Chief Medical Officers of Health on Labelling of Alcohol Products. AND FURTHER that the Association of Local Public Health Agencies recommend Health Canada update their website to reflect Canada’s current Guidance on Alcohol and Health...
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Association of Local Public Health Agencies call on the Government of Ontario to increase the OW earned income exemption to align with ODSP exemption increases, and adjust the OW benefit reduction rate to align with ODSP reduction rates; AND FURTHER that the Government of Ontario eliminate the three-month waiting period for the OW earned income exemption to ensure that exemptions apply immediately upon entry to assistance; AND FURTHER that the Association of Local Public Health Agencies reaffirm and advance its previously adopted position in Resolution A23-05, Monitoring Food Affordability in Ontario and Inadequacy... Social Assistance Rates, calling for increases to Ontario Works base benefit rates and the indexation of those rates to inflation, and urge the Government of Ontario to implement these measures as foundational components of a sustained approach to income adequacy; AND FURTHER that the Government of Ontario conduct periodic r
The pages in this collection will allow you to view alPHa's Resolutions, organized by topic. Each listed Resolution is followed by a description of actions taken and important developments, with links to related correspondence. Pages may also include Resolutions that have been closed by the alPHa Board and the reason that they are no longer active. In addition, at the bottom of each page, you will find a list of local board resolutions that have been shared with alPHa related to that topic.
Print Page
