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show me allFarewell, Tara Jewal
After more than a decade at the Ontario AIDS Network, Tara Jewal begins a new chapter. We couldn’t let this moment pass
CLOSED – OAN Admin Assistant
Prisoners Justice Day 2026
By: Devan Nambiar Canadian HIV cure research is bringing many of us closer to something we have dreamed about for decades: the
Welcoming Our Interim Executive Director
The Ontario AIDS Network (OAN) is pleased to announce that Olivia Nuamah has been appointed as Interim Executive Director. Olivia is an
As a network representing community-based organizations working across HIV, hepatitis C, substance use, and related health services, the Ontario AIDS Network (OAN)
HIV is Not a Crime (HINAC) Day 2026
On Saturday, February 28, we observe International HIV Is Not A Crime (HINAC) Day. Launched in the United States in 2022, HINAC
On February 7, the Ontario AIDS Network (OAN) recognizes African, Caribbean and Black (ACB) HIV/AIDS Awareness Day. This is a moment to
Black History Month 2026
This Black History Month, the Ontario AIDS Network (OAN) honours the histories, leadership, and resilience of Black communities across Ontario. We recognize
Indigenous AIDS Awareness Week (IAAW) 2025
The Ontario AIDS Network (OAN) stands in solidarity with First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples and with Two-Spirit, trans, and gender-diverse community
WORLD AIDS DAY 2025
The Ontario AIDS Network (OAN) honours people living with HIV, remembers those we have lost, and recognizes the communities, peer workers, and
OAN Board of Directors – 2025 Update!
Following OAN’s Annual General Meeting and the publication of our Annual Report, we are pleased to share the following updates from our
OAN 2024–2025 Annual Report!
We’re proud to share the Ontario AIDS Network’s 2024–2025 Annual Report, which highlights a year of collaboration, growth, and impact across Ontario’s
NDTRC 2025
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Today, on September 30th, we observe National Day for Truth and Reconciliation to honour the survivors
OAN member, the AIDS Committee of Toronto (ACT) is a historic agency in the HIV sector. It is the country’s first AIDS
International Overdose Awareness Day 2025
Standing Together for Life Ontario AIDS Network – Drug Policy and Harm Reduction Working Group reflects on International Overdose Awareness Day On
50th PRISONERS’ JUSTICE DAY
This year marks the 50th year of Prisoners’ Justice Day (PJD), and 50 years of prisoner solidarity and organizing for action both
OAN 2025-2028 Strategic Plan
We are proud to share the Ontario AIDS Network’s new Strategic Plan for 2025–2028 — a bold, community-informed roadmap for strengthening Ontario’s
The OAN is seeking new board members to contribute to strategically leading the organization and helping us meet our mandate. Serving on
International Trans Day of Visibility
In the HIV sector, we know that trans communities encounter systemic barriers to care, advocacy, and support. We must commit to ensuring
International Women’s Day 2025
March 8 is International Women’s Day (IWD). It’s a global day to recognize and honour the strength, resilience, and power in every woman’s
📢 Please read and share the RFP with potential candidates! The OAN seeks proposals from insurance brokers, administrators, and consultants to develop
Welcome Vimbayi Pheobe Munonyara!
The OAN is pleased to welcome Vimbayi Pheobe Munonyara as our new Lead of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion. Vimbayi brings over 15
OAN 2023/24 Annual Report
We are pleased to share our annual report summarizing OAN, GMSH and WHAI activities, outputs, and financials for the 2023/24 fiscal year.
Honour Roll Awards Are Back!
The OAN Honour Roll has recognized over 120 outstanding individuals and organizations for their contributions to Ontario’s HIV response. It has become
HIV organizations and other public health leaders expressed our grave concern regarding the government’s announcement to shut down and prohibit supervised consumption
While community-based service providers delivering Canada’s HIV and AIDS response are pleased to learn of APRETUDE ‘s approval, we fear this, and
Read the OAN 2022/23 Annual Report
Following the OAN’s Annual Meeting, we’re pleased to share our annual report summarizing OAN and GMSH activities, outputs, and financials for the
Welcome Nasra Smith
The OAN’s Board of Directors are pleased to announce Nasra Smith will be the OAN’s Executive Director, effective July 10, 2023.
Read our 2021-2022 Annual Report
Following the OAN’s Annual Meeting, we’re pleased to share our annual report summarizing OAN and GMSH activities, outputs, and financials for the
ontarioaidsnetwork.ca
Welcome to the OAN's new digital home! We're saying goodbye to our old website, and hello to www.ontarioaidsnetwork.ca! This reimagined online space
National Advocates CBO Consensus Statement
The Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, P.C., M.P. Minister of HealthHealth Canada Sent via email: hcminister.ministresc@canada.cajean-yves.duclos@parl.gc.ca Re: National Consensus Statement signed by the National Advocates group
Campaign Launch: HIVFunding.ca
Flatlined federal funding for HIV/AIDS is destabilizing community-based organizations and making it harder for people living with HIV across Canada to get
Led by the HIV/AIDS Medication Access Working Group, comprised of community members and HIV-focused organizations in Ontario, the undersigned community-based organizations supporting
HARS is now Trellis HIV & Community Care
Effective April 4, 2022, HARS (HIV/AIDS Regional Services) will be known as Trellis HIV & Community Care. As the HIV/AIDS pandemic has evolved,
UPDATE: RENEWAL OF THE ONTARIO ACCORD
Over the past few months, the OAN’s Advisory Committee of People Living with HIV/AIDS have led a process that ensured that diverse
Applications are now open for the PLDI Online Training on Governance: Find out how your voice can make a difference This governance training
This workshop is created for frontline healthcare, harm reduction, support service providers, and educators working with people living with, at risk for,
February 7th, is African, Caribbean and Black Canadian HIV/AIDS Awareness Day in Canada.
Are you a Convention refugee, permanent resident, or a new Canadian? If you answered yes, the Storytelling Through Photography project is for
Gay Men’s Health Alliance (GMSH) is proud to present: HIV Plotlines – The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly. Hosted by queer film
Our work to update the Ontario Accord and renew our sector’s commitment to GIPA/MEPA is underway! Over the past few weeks, the
Reflections on 2021
2021 was another uncertain and difficult year for the OAN, our sector, and for many people living with HIV across the province. But
OAN 2021 World AIDS Day Podcast
Indigenous AIDS Awareness Week and World AIDS Day are an opportunity to unite in our efforts to end new HIV transmissions and
Introducing Positive News
The Ontario HIV Treatment Network (OHTN) is proud to announce the launch of an anti-stigma campaign called The Positive News. (When you go
On December 8, graduates from across Canada, and in Australia and New Zealand will gather online to celebrate 15 years of the
Peterborough AIDS Resource Network’s (PARN) Red Scarf Project is happening on World AIDS Day, December 1, 2021. Get involved and contribute to
Webinar Series on HIV and Aging
Please join Gilead for a series of interactive discussions on HIV and aging. Each week, Canadian expert panelists and community moderators will provide
GIPA/MEPA Focus Group: A Huge Thank You!
In the past couple of weeks, the OAN’s Advisory Committee of People Living with HIV has been working with our members and Ontario’s community of
Building Resilience: Proactive Responses to Vicarious Trauma, Compassion Fatigue and Burnout
The AIDS Bereavement & Resiliency Program of Ontario, Casey House, & the Ontario AIDS Network present: Building Resilience: Proactive Responses to Vicarious
SKILLS PROGRAMMING
EQUITY & SOCIAL JUSTICE
The Final Report of the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls has further challenged would-be allies to move from intentions to action. In October 2018, at
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