Dr. Joss Reimer
Physician and public health leader who served as Manitoba's medical lead for the COVID-19 vaccine task force and as past president of the Canadian Medical Association; incoming Chief Public Health Officer of Canada.
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Mar 16, 2026 • 24min
Canada’s new top Doctor
Dr. Joss Reimer, a physician and public-health leader who led Manitoba’s COVID-19 vaccine effort and served as CMA president. She discusses moving to a national role, grounding policy in rural and frontline experience, rebuilding trust after the pandemic, addressing misinformation and vaccine conversations with empathy, and strengthening prevention and community-tailored public-health approaches.
Jan 5, 2026 • 21min
Why does this year's flu season feel different?
In this discussion, Dr. Joss Reimer, former Chief Medical Officer for Winnipeg and past president of the Canadian Medical Association, dives into the unusual severity of this year's flu season. She explains how viral mutations and lower vaccination rates contribute to the current crisis. Dr. Reimer stresses the importance of Canadian healthcare diversifying its research partnerships and underscores the need for citizens to stay vigilant with preventive measures. With the U.S. pulling out of WHO, she highlights the urgency of enhancing local surveillance efforts to protect public health.
