Community voices highlight what needs fixing in primary care
Ontario recently committed $1.8 billion in new funding with the intention to connect every Ontario resident who needs it with…
Policy brief: Barriers and enablers to primary care access for equity-deserving populations in Ontario
In a recently published paper, Wellesley Institute reviewed research on barriers and facilitators to primary care for equity-deserving populations in…
Strategies to address anti-Black racism in primary care
Anti-Black racism has deeply affected the quality of care for Black populations in Canada, particularly in primary care. Stereotyping, unequal…
A qualitative study of the barriers and enablers to primary care access for equity-deserving populations in Ontario
Primary care is the first point of contact for many people seeking health-related services. It’s the foundation of our healthcare…
Ontario Budget 2025: Our response
Wellesley Institute provided advice to all parties throughout the course of the recent provincial election, making recommendations on ensuring everyone…
Ontario Election series: Improving health system equity
Ontario’s next provincial election is fast approaching on February 27. As the election candidates roll out their platforms, they must…
Consensus Statement on Race-Based Data for Health
March 18, 2025In May 2024, more than 140 representatives from across the country attended Wellesley Institute’s Powering Equity: Canada’s first…
Needed: A comprehensive health strategy for Ontario
We are in a health crisis. Our life expectancy is decreasing. Climate change is impacting our health. Our sedentary lifestyles…
Prime Minister’s resignation: What the next leader must build on
The passing of the torch from one Prime Minister to a soon-to-be-another is an opportunity to reflect on Canada’s progress…
Honouring migrants means supporting their well-being
People around the world will mark International Migrants Day on December 18. This year’s theme is “Honouring the Contributions of…
Thinking beyond blood sugar: The role of social determinants in diabetes
November 14 is World Diabetes Day, an opportunity to reflect on how people living with diabetes can thrive and live…
Why access to primary care is inequitable
Hundreds of students are beginning their healthcare training journeys this month. September is a good time to think about primary…