WHAT IS TOPHC
The Ontario Public Health Convention (TOPHC) is an annual educational and networking event, hosted by Public Health Ontario (PHO). TOPHC welcomes anyone with an interest in public health and brings together a multi-disciplinary community of public health professionals to prevent illness and improve health, by sharing the latest research and information, promoting best practices, and advancing evidence-based public health initiatives and policies.
Our diverse audience has historically included participants across front-line public health, academia, government and policy making, public health agencies and associations, community health, healthcare, education and many more. It’s a unique opportunity to build and refine practical skills, learn best practices, keep up with new and emerging developments in the field, and network with peers across Ontario. You can expect presentations, interactive workshops, and networking that will inspire ideas and spark conversations with colleagues.
Whether you are a student or scholar, early to mid-career professional, established leader, or long-term public health worker, we welcome you to join us this spring for TOPHC 2025.
Goals and Objectives
Describe the implementation and impact of evidence-based and evidence-informed strategies, programs, and policies to promote and protect the public’s health.
Identify considerations and approaches for enhancing collaboration and partnerships to address current and emerging public health issues.
Recognize gaps in and challenges to current public health practice and policy and discuss opportunities and potential solutions to address these gaps.
Apply new/enhanced skills to questions and concerns facing public health professionals and our clients.
Who Attends
Each year, the Ontario Public Health Convention (TOPHC) attracts upwards of 1,000 public health professionals from across the province who gather to share insights in public health, improve relevant practical skills, and network. This is a must-attend event for anyone working in public health, such as:
Academia
Data/research professionals
Laboratory staff
Ministry and government professionals
National Collaborating Centres
Public health physicians
Public Health Unit staff
Students
