By Ken Miller, Executive Director, Canadian AIDS Society et alPar Ken Miller, Directeur général, Société canadienne du sida, et al. As Canada observes World AIDS Day and transitions into Indigenous AIDS Awareness Week, a chilling truth emerges: the country is…
The Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, P.C., M.P. Minister of Health Health Canada Sent via email: hcminister.ministresc@canada.ca November 17, 2021 Dear Minister Duclos: On behalf of the organizations enumerated above, we write to congratulate you and wish you success as Minister…
Canadian AIDS Society joining forces with Coalition PLUS for International Testing Week Taking place across Canada November 22-28 OTTAWA, November 18, 2021 – Building off our past success of HIV Testing Days/Week, the Canadian AIDS Society (CAS) and steering committee…
CAS AND THE 2021 ELECTION CAS is also happy to provide questions to guide Canada’s HIV organizations and allies on how to engage Canadian political parties on their role in ending HIV in Canada. We have written directly to the…
Forty years ago, on June 5, the first cases of AIDS were reported. Click here to view our full statement.
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CAS has published a new list of resources for individuals (including specific populations such as people living with HIV, Indigenous communities, and people who use drugs) and non-profit organizations to use during the COVID-19 pandemic. You can view this section…
One year later and we are still facing one of the toughest challenges ever faced by humanity since the turn of the 20th century. Many of us still face challenges on a personal or professional level. Please know that there…
Taking place across Canada November 23-30 OTTAWA, November 18th, 2020 – Building off the success of the past two HIV Testing Days in 2018 and 2019, the Canadian AIDS Society (CAS) and steering committee are launching a national HIV Testing…
The CAS 2020 Annual Report addressed during our AGM on October 21st is available here: AGM Annual Report 2020 If you have any questions or concerns please contact us at casinfo@cdnaids.ca
George Floyd was one of the many Black people that have endured violence and death at the hands of police, who regularly abuse their power in the name of “law enforcement”. The Canadian AIDS Society (CAS) condemns this anti-Black racism and fully supports those in Canada and around the world who are fighting against it.
Nicola "Nicki" Diliso, a vibrant and compassionate soul, embraced life with zeal and encouraged others to do the same. As a dedicated volunteer, particularly for The AIDS Committee of Ottawa, he tirelessly advocated for equality and respect for all, leaving…
The Canadian AIDS Society remembers Brian Huskins. His longstanding dedication to the movement has made incredible impact for many. He led our efforts for years in the early 1990's with compassion, integrity and vision. One of his most notable accomplishments…
Ron Rosenes, a beloved friend, partner, and advocate, passed away peacefully in Toronto on October 21, 2023, at 76. Renowned for his unwavering dedication to HIV/AIDS activism spanning over three decades, Ron's name became synonymous with commitment, selflessness, and fearlessness…
We are deeply saddened about the passing of Dr. Dick Smith, a founding pillar of the Nine Circles Community Health Centre. We will continue to honour the legacy he has left and his understanding of the importance of meeting people…
One of our past Executive Directors has passed. It is with great sadness that we learned that David Garmaise passed away on April 19th in Pattaya, Thailand, with his devoted partner Wat Khantaraphan lovingly by his side. David’s activism is highlighted…
Digital quilt launched as Canadian AIDS Society fights to stay open FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE OTTAWA, April 16, 2018 – Today, The Canadian AIDS Society (CAS) launched quilt.ca, a website reflecting our nation’s historical losses to HIV/AIDS and serving as a…
IN MEMORIAM: ELISSE ZACK Statement by the National Partners in Canada's HIV Response We are deeply saddened by the death of our friend and colleague Elisse Zack, founding Executive Director of the Canadian Working Group on HIV and Rehabilitation (CWGHR).…
It is with great sadness that we received the news that our dear friend Ted had passed away in New Brunswick. Ted Gaudet was a leader, a mentor, and a friend to many in the HIV/AIDS movement in Canada. For…
Doug McColeman was passionate, he was an activist, he had a strong will, he had a vision for a better world and he was committed to that vision. Doug passed away June 18, 2014. Before he died, his friends and…