CF Canada’s National Advocacy Network

You can help change the cystic fibrosis story in Canada by joining a vibrant network to advocate for the CF community.

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Become a CF advocate

Do you want to become an advocate and join the fight for access to life-saving cystic fibrosis treatments and other vital services in Canada?

As an advocate, you will learn about the issues facing Canadians with CF, be a part of a vibrant network of people doing great work and have access to toolkits, expert training and resources to raise our collective voices.

For information on becoming an advocate, or if you have questions, contact us at advocacy@cysticfibrosis.ca.

Reach out

How to advocate

Our advocates play a vital role in influencing how CF-related issues are addressed in Canada. Here are some of the ways you can advocate today!

Contact the private sector and local government officials to create awareness and action (We’ll show you how with training and a toolkit.)
When there’s an active community campaign, sign a petition, share with your network or volunteer to help increase its impact.
Post on your social media platform - use our hashtags, petitions and news to spread awareness and make an impact. #CFcantwait
Join CF Canada’s National Advocacy Network – email us at advocacy@cysticfibrosis.ca

What is CF Canada’s National Advocacy Network?

Cystic Fibrosis Canada’s National Advocacy Network is made up of volunteers across Canada, increasing our reach to actively influence public policy related to cystic fibrosis nationwide.

Our advocates have a significant impact on the way CF issues are addressed in Canada. Working with CF Canada’s guidance, support and training, advocates build relationships with elected and non-elected officials to increase support for programs, services and policies that can improve the health and quality of life for people with cystic fibrosis.

Helping community-led campaigns

For 65 years we have been driving needed change for Canadians living with cystic fibrosis. We have pushed federal, provincial and territorial governments over the years, in partnership with the CF community, achieving successes such as needed amendments to the Income Tax Act in 2000 or the universal implementation of CF newborn screening (NBS) tests across Canada by 2017.

Learn more about our advocacy work

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