Advocating for the Canadian immunocompromised community.

We advocate for the health, safety and inclusion of immunocompromised people in Canada by offering trusted information, tools and collective action.

Immunocompromised Canadians

In 2020, a survey by Statistics Canada found that approximately 14% of Canadians aged 15 years or older are living with compromised immune systems. That means over 5 million Canadians are immunocompromised.

WHO WE ARE

The Canadian Immunocompromised Advocacy Network

We are a national coalition of immunocompromised individuals and advocacy groups working together to protect and promote the health of immunocompromised people across Canada.

How we support Immunocompromised Canadians

Patient Stories

We amplify the lived experiences of immunocompromised Canadians by sharing powerful patient stories that raise awareness and inspire action. Developed in partnership with Patient Voice.

Education

We develop educational tools to support immunocompromised Canadians. Our resources help build understanding and promote informed decision-making.

Advocacy

We advocate for equitable access to vaccines, treatments, and inclusive policies that protect immunocompromised Canadians. We bring the voice of immunocompromised Canadians to decision-makers.

Our members

Calls to Action

We have engaged in regular discussions, conducted in-depth interviews with immunocompromised patients, and sought insights from medical experts.

Additionally, a comprehensive survey was conducted. These elements have been compiled into a position paper, and brings forward four key recommendations.

For additional details on the recommendations, please read our full position paper.

Greater alignment on definitions of immunocompromised across Canada

Increased and ongoing knowledge generation and dissemination around infectious diseases, including COVID-19.

Targeted infection control measures to protect immunocompromised patients.

Easier and more equitable access for prophylactic and therapeutic options for infectious diseases.

The Position Paper

Drawing from first-hand experiences and comprehensive research, the position paper calls for targeted strategies to protect immunocompromised Canadians.

It’s a call to action for policymakers, healthcare providers, and the public to recognize and address the continuing struggles of immunocompromised individuals and guide us towards a more inclusive and responsive healthcare system.

See the list of endorsers.

Read the Position Paper

English

French

Want to Take Action?

Get Involved