Knowledge Translation & Exchange
CACHC strengthens the capacity of CHCs across Canada by transforming research and expertise into practical, actionable knowledge. Through national knowledge exchange initiatives, research collaborations, and resource development, we help CHCs share best practices, highlight the impact of their work, and apply evidence-based insights to advance health equity. By fostering collaboration and making critical information accessible, we support CHCs with the tools they need to effectively navigate operational, governance, and policy challenges. Together, we are building a stronger, more connected CHC sector to drive meaningful change in community health.
Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH)-National Project
Enhancing Sexual and Reproductive Care for Vulnerable Populations
PROJECT OVERVIEW
The Canadian Association of Community Health Centres (CACHC) is leading the Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH)-National) Project, a two-year initiative funded by Health Canada. This project supports CACHC’s Knowledge Translation and Exchange (KTE) work by strengthening access to sexual and reproductive health information, education, and care for communities across Canada who face barriers to services.
Across Canada, many people experience challenges accessing sexual and reproductive health care, including stigma, limited access to services, language and cultural differences, geographic isolation, and systemic inequities. This project focuses on reducing these barriers and supporting care that reflects the needs and experiences of diverse communities.
Through this project, CACHC is working to reduce inequities in sexual and reproductive health care by developing resources tailored to underserved communities and support Health Care Providers (HCPs) and Community Health Centres (CHCs) with evidence-based tools to strengthen SRH education, counselling, and care within community health settings.
Priority populations include youth, women, men, elderly, pregnant persons, parents/caregivers, 2SLGBTQIA+, substance users, Indigenous communities, racialized communities, newcomers, those facing homelessness, and remote and rural communities. These populations often face barriers to care, such as socioeconomic factors, geographic challenges, education gaps, stigma, and language or cultural barriers.
PROJECT OBJECTIVES
The SRH National Project aims to:
- Improve access to culturally safe, trauma-informed SRH information, tools and resources for CHCs, HCPs, and the diverse communities they serve.
- Strengthen collaboration and knowledge exchange among CHCs on SRH issues and best practices.
- Support the capacity, confidence, and skills of HCPs to deliver equitable SRH health care and education.
- Enhance SRH knowledge, literacy, and trust in healthcare among diverse populations.
- Reduce barriers to sexual and reproductive health services caused by resource gaps and promote a sustainable, national approach to SRH care and education.
The SRH-National project will enhance access to culturally safe, trauma-informed, and equity-based SRH resources, contributing to improved health outcomes across Canada.
PROJECT OUTCOMES, REPORTS, RESOURCES
- New resources, reports, and tools developed through the SRH-National Project will be shared through this page as they become available.
More information coming soon
Community Vaccination Promotion (CVP)-National Project
PROJECT OVERVIEW
The CVP-National Project, led by the Canadian Association of Community Health Centres (CACHC), is dedicated to improving COVID-19 vaccine uptake among equity-deserving populations across Canada. Originally funded by the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) from 2021 to 2023, the project worked in partnership with Community Health Centres (CHCs) and provincial CHC associations to build vaccine confidence, address misinformation, and overcome access barriers among equity-deserving populations across Canada. During its initial phases, the project supported localized vaccine promotion efforts and shared best practices across the country.
In 2024, the project received support from PHAC to deepen its impact and further support equitable vaccine access. This new phase focuses on curating, adapting, and disseminating culturally and linguistically accessible vaccine resources, tools, and information tailored to diverse communities. By leveraging CACHC’s network of 100+ CHCs, the project empowers healthcare providers to implement evidence-based, equity-informed approaches that address the specific needs of equity-deserving communities. These efforts include tackling vaccine hesitancy, combating misinformation, and promoting trust in vaccines.
Through its extensive platforms, including Communities of Practice and the Knowledge Hub, the CVP-National Project facilitates ongoing collaboration, resource sharing, and knowledge exchange for CHCs and healthcare providers across the country. The project also emphasizes increasing health literacy and improving access to vaccines, ensuring that strategies are tailored to the unique challenges faced by vulnerable communities.
The CVP-National Project is creating lasting, positive changes in Canada’s healthcare landscape by increasing health literacy and building vaccine trust, particularly for equity-deserving populations, while expanding its reach and deepening support to drive improvements in vaccine uptake, health equity, and health outcomes for all Canadians.
PROJECT OUTCOMES, REPORTS, RESOURCES
- Publication: Factors Impacting COVID-19 Vaccine Uptake and Confidence Among Immigrant and Refugee Populations in Canada (2025)
- Multilingual Vaccine Communications Toolkit
- Available in 11 Languages!
**New Resources**
- Webinars
- Vaccine Brochures
- Fast Facts: Tdap Vaccine (Adults- Pregnancy Only)
- Fast Facts: Tdap Vaccine (Adult -Booster every 10 years)
- Fast Facts: Tdap Vaccine (Adult – 1 Booster Dose)
- Fast Facts: Pneumococcal Vaccine
- Protecting You and Your Baby: A Guide to Vaccination During Pregnancy
- Provincial Lifetime Immunization Schedules
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