Mission Statement

To be an authoritative body promoting excellence in the principles and practice of infection prevention in health-care institutions and the community, through education, communication, research, standards and public awareness.

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About TPIC (Toronto and area Professionals in Infection Control)

• Enhance your CHICA Canada membership by participating in the local chapter – TPIC.

• A multidisciplinary professional organization involved with the prevention and control of infections.

• Regularly scheduled meetings that include a half day educational component dedicated to current issues related to infection prevention and control.

Members include professionals in:

• Infection prevention and control (Acute and Long Term Care)

• Public health

• Occupational health

• Community nursing

• Clinical laboratories

• Personal care services

• Various related industries

• And many more!

BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP

• Networking — An opportunity for professional development through interaction with other members at regularly scheduled meetings.

• Education — Programs that focus on the topical issues of today.

• Standards and Guidelines — Opportunities to influence regulatory changes and input into development of standards and guidelines.

• Unified Voice — A unified voice in lobbying for improved infection prevention and control standards and responding to infection control issues.

• Electronic Bulletins — Read, respond, or send your own question to all members on topics that affect  healthcare today. 

• Website —  An informative, interactive, and educational site centered around the issues of today.  Includes access to a members only area.