A World Class Health Data System for Canada: Framework for Action

The Policy Modernization Group (PMG) has authored “A World Class Health Data System for Canada: Framework for Action” to support the recommendations of the Pan-Canadian Health Data Strategy’s Expert Advisory Group. This paper advocates for the creation of an optimized and world-class health data system in Canada by highlighting examples from other jurisdictions and encouraging healthcare stakeholders to advocate for a better system. The paper provides specific suggestions for getting involved, such as including diverse voices in the conversation, engaging with policy and decision-makers, becoming advocates within organizations, and promoting health data literacy.