History

HISTORY

Canada Africa Community Health Alliance (CACHA) was founded in 2001. During the "Jeux de la Francophonie", The University of Ottawa Health Services had the privilege to host the designated medical care facility for athletes and their physicians. Dr. Kilby, UOHS Medical Director, met daily with African care providers to discuss a diversity of issues regarding the provision of health care in remote African communities.

At that time, arrangements were made to send medical equipment, supplies, and HIV/AIDS educational material to the African care providers upon their return home, thereby ensuring immediate requirements were met and that materials were sent to areas with the greatest need. Additionally, most physicians left with one full PC to be used at their medical sites.

Today, CACHA counts many members and sponsors who have participated and continue to participate in the development of our organization.