Learn About Canada’s Perinatal Coalition

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Canadian Perinatal Programs Coalition (CPPC)

The Canadian Perinatal Programs Coalition (CPPC) is a national network of regional, provincial, and territorial perinatal care programs, collaborating since 1988 to optimize perinatal care and outcomes for Canadian families. As the administrative body for Fetal Health Surveillance Canada, CPPC leads standardized education, evidence-informed practice, and system improvement nationwide.

36

Years of Collaboration

13+

Regional Programs

1000s

Healthcare Professionals Impacted

Our Journey to National Impact

1988

CPPC Founded

Regional and provincial perinatal programs unite to improve outcomes for Canadian childbearing families.

1988

2000

National Guidelines

CPPC establishes a process for developing and sharing evidence-based guidelines for perinatal care.

2000

2010

Education Expansion

Launch of national education and training initiatives for healthcare professionals.

2010

2020

Fetal Health Surveillance Canada

CPPC becomes the administrative body for Fetal Health Surveillance Canada, leading education and knowledge translation.

2020

2026

CPPC Summit

Announcing the CPPC Summit, a national event to advance perinatal care and collaboration.

2026

How We Do What We Do

CPPC is dedicated to advancing perinatal care through national collaboration, education, and data-driven initiatives. Our core activities focus on knowledge translation, benchmarking, partnerships, and professional development.

Knowledge Translation

Knowledge Translation

Development and dissemination of evidence-based resources, guidelines, and best practices for perinatal care professionals.

Data Monitoring & Benchmarking

Data Monitoring & Benchmarking

Tracking health status and performance through regional or provincial databases and practice audits.

Capacity Building & Partnerships

Capacity Building & Partnerships

Facilitating inter-professional education and building relationships across sectors to address system issues.

Education & Training

Education & Training

Providing access to professional development, continuing education, and specialized training events for members and stakeholders.

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