Welcome to Hemophilia Ontario
Vision
A world free from the pain and suffering of inherited bleeding disorders.
Mission
Our mission is to strive to improve the health and quality of life for all people with inherited bleeding disorders, and to find a cure.
Values
At Hemophilia Ontario, an integral part of our current organizational identity and experience is based in the loss suffered by the hemophilia community, those with inherited bleeding disorders and other who were infected with HIV and/or Hepatitis C and their families, friends and communities; through blood or blood products they depended on for lifesaving treatment and therapy over the past two decades. With this principle at our core, Hemophilia Ontario is guided by the following values in the work we undertake:
Accessibility
Products or information and portability of services used in the treatment of inherited bleeding disorders; the services ti improve quality of life; and the treatment for those infected with HIV, Hepatitis C and other blood pathogens are always available where and when required.
Autonomy
Individuals are free to make choices regarding their own health, care and treatment, and where possible, organizational structure allows flexibility for local action.
Commitment
Dedication and passion to improve the quality of life of those living with and affected by inherited bleeding disorders underlies all we do.
Dignity
Compassionate provision of care or service that supports and promotes a person's self-respect.
Hope
That effective treatments and support will be available for those who are newly diagnosed, those living with and those affected by inherited bleeding disorders until the day that cures will be found.
Integrity
Preserving trust through honest communication, accountability in decisions and responsible allocation of time and resources.
Respect
Every person is deserving of compassion, care and inclusion.
NEW! Camp Wanakita Awareness Video on YouTube Video!
Hemophilia Ontario is pleased to share that the Camp Wanakita Awareness video is now available for viewing on YouTube. We would like to extend a special thanks to all those who helped to make this video a reality including featured Camp Wanakita youth, HTC nurses throughout the province, YMCA Camp Wanakita, our industry sponsors, Sarah Crymble; Hemophilia Provincial Coordinator and Craig Semenuk; video director and producer. If we have missed anyone in our thanks, please accept our apologies for the omission.To view the video, please click below:
Camp Wanakita Awareness Video
May 19th
is….
World Hepatitis Day!
For the third consecutive year, the Canadian Hemophilia Society is proud to associate itself to World Hepatitis Day, a global effort to raise awareness and spur government action to address these life-threatening diseases.In 2010, the CHS, together with the Canadian Society for International Health, the Canadian Liver Foundation, the Canadian AIDS Treatment Information Exchange, the Hepatitis Outreach Society, Hep C Canada, the Hepatitis C Council of British Columbia and many other national and local organizations, is organizing activities for World Hepatitis Day 2010 on May 19. We are hoping for events in all provinces and territories.
Under the global umbrella “Am I Number 12” campaign, this year’s World Hepatitis Day theme “This is hepatitis…” aims to tell the human story of viral hepatitis and to continue raising awareness of hepatitis B and C around the world. You can be a part of World Hepatitis Day 2010 in Canada and help raise awareness in 2 exciting ways:
1. Organize you own World Hepatitis Day activity on or around May 19th, 2010!
Get together with other groups in your city, province, or territory and hold an event to raise awareness of hepatitis B and C in your community. Send us a proposal telling us about your event and, if accepted, we’ll send you promotional items (such as tote bags, bracelets, and pamphlets) to help you get the word out about World Hepatitis Day. You’ll also get access to a password‐protected website where you can find a toolkit of support materials and promotional resources to help you with your World Hepatitis Day activity. There is no template for individual events and we encourage you to take advantage of the volunteer opportunities and spirit in your community. You do not need to create a stand-alone activity and you can raise awareness about Hepatitis B and C while you are conducting an activity or event you had already scheduled. The objective is to raise awareness by reaching out to as many Canadians as possible!
2. Submit a Poster to our World Hepatitis Day Poster Competition!
Posters are a great way to get people talking ‐ so why not use your imagination and artistic ability to raise awareness about hepatitis B and C. There are two categories: one for youth (under 18 years old) and one for adults so everyone can participate. The winner of each category will receive a $200 cash prize and will have their poster displayed on the World Hepatitis Day website. Submissions must be original. Entries will be judged on the accuracy of the information and the effectiveness of the message.
How You Can Help:
1. Tell people about World Hepatitis Day and the poster contest. Let colleagues, clients, family, and friends know about it and encourage them to submit an entry.
2. Use your existing network to promote World
Hepatitis Day. Does your organization have a
For more information, please contact the Hemophilia Ontario Offices, or visit the following websites:
www.whdcanada.ca
www.hemophilia.ca/en/hcv-hiv/world-hepatitis-day
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