To increase access to medicine and improve health in vulnerable communities.
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Profile Description:
- Mission and Vision: Health Partners International Canada (HPIC) is a Canadian registered charity dedicated to increasing access to medicine and improving the health of vulnerable people around the world.
- Our Work (through 3 key programs):
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- Access to Medicine: We stock local clinics and hospitals with essential medicines and supplies and provide Humanitarian Medical Kits (HMKs) for medical missions.
- Emergency Response: We work with partners, health facilities and governments to mobilize quickly in emergencies and provide essential medicines to those affected.
- Women’s and Children’s Health: We collaborate with local partners to strengthen healthcare systems and improve the health and well-being of women and children in underserved communities.
- Our Impact: Since 1990, HPIC has delivered over $718 million in medicines, directly affecting the health of 32 million people in 130 countries.
- What makes us unique: HPIC is the only NGO in Canada to have a Drug Establishment License from Health Canada. We are the partner of choice for handling donations of medicines and medical supplies from the Canadian pharmaceutical and healthcare industry.
- Accountability: HPIC works according to best practices and was among the first charities in Canada to receive accreditation from Imagine Canada’s Standards Program, proving excellence in our operations and governance.
- Value: HPIC delivers at least $10 of essential medicine for every $1 donated.