Joss Reimer
Joss Reimer | |
|---|---|
| 4th Chief Public Health Officer of Canada | |
| Assuming office April 1, 2026 | |
| Prime Minister | Mark Carney |
| Succeeding | Theresa Tam[a] |
| Personal details | |
| Alma mater | McMaster University University of Winnipeg (BA) University of Manitoba (MD, MPH)[1] |
| Occupation | Physician |
Joss Reimer is a Canadian physician. On February 20, 2026, Minister of Health Marjorie Michel announced that Reimer will become Chief Public Health Officer of Canada on April 1, 2026.[2] Prior to this appointment, she was the Chief Medical Officer for the Winnipeg Regional Health Authority,[3] and president of the Canadian Medical Association.[4][5]
Early life and education
Reimer was raised in Winkler, Manitoba, Canada.[6] She completed her medical education and residency at McMaster University and the University of Manitoba, earning Doctor of Medicine and Master of Public Health degrees.[7] She has specializations in obstetrics, gynaecology and public health.[8]
Medical career
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Reimer was the medical lead for the vaccination implementation task force in Manitoba.[9] She served in this role for 16 months.[10] While Reimer was in this role, she revealed that she was subjected to threats from people who were upset about COVID-19 restrictions.[11]
On April 22, 2022, Reimer began her role as Chief Medical Officer for the Winnipeg Regional Health Authority[12]
On May 29, 2024, Reimer was installed as president of the Canadian Medical Association[13] On May 31, 2025, Reimer was succeeded as president by New Brunswick oncologist Dr. Margot Burnell.[14]
Notes
- ^ Howard Njoo served as interim Chief Public Health Officer of Canada from June 20, 2025 until April 1, 2026
References
- ^ "Bisons at the Centre". umanitoba.ca. University of Manitoba. Retrieved February 20, 2026.
- ^ Zimonjic, Peter (February 20, 2026). "Manitoba's Joss Reimer is named Canada's new chief public health officer". cbc.ca. CBC. Retrieved February 20, 2026.
- ^ Ogilvie, Megan (February 20, 2026). "Canada's new chief public health officer named. Here's who is taking on the role". thestar.com. Toronto Star. Retrieved February 20, 2026.
- ^ Kirkup, Kristy (February 20, 2026). "Joss Reimer named Canada's next chief public health officer". theglobeandmail.ca. The Globe and Mail. Retrieved February 20, 2026.
- ^ Piché, Gabrielle (February 20, 2026). "Manitoba COVID response team member named Canada's chief public health officer". winnipegfreepress.com. Winnipeg Free Press. Retrieved February 20, 2026.
- ^ Thom, Mike (May 26, 2021). "Getting to know Dr. Joss Reimer and your vaccine questions". CHVNRadio.com. CHVN Radio. Retrieved February 20, 2026.
- ^ "CMU to honour Dr. Joss Reimer with 2024 PAX Award" (Press release). CMU Medua. April 22, 2024. Retrieved February 20, 2026.
- ^ "Government of Canada appoints Dr. Joss Reimer as Chief Public Health Officer". canada.ca (Press release). Public Health Agency of Canada. February 20, 2026. Retrieved February 20, 2026.
- ^ Ritchie, Sarah (February 20, 2026). "Canada names its new chief public health officer". ctvnews.ca. The Canadian Press. Retrieved February 20, 2026.
- ^ Paizen, Grace Anne (March 10, 2023). "Manitoba's Dr. Joss Reimer elected to become next head of Canadian Medical Association". cbc.ca. CBC. Retrieved February 20, 2026.
- ^ Bernhardt, Darren (July 13, 2021). "Dr. Joss Reimer not aware of being followed but says threats are 'part of the job'". cbc.ca. CBC. Retrieved February 20, 2026.
- ^ "Dr. Joss Reimer accepts role of WRHA Chief Medical Officer". wrha.mb.ca. Winnipeg Regional Health Authority. April 6, 2022. Retrieved February 20, 2026.
- ^ "Dr. Joss Reimer installed as CMA president". cma.ca. Canadian Medical Association. May 29, 2024. Retrieved February 20, 2026.
- ^ Tsicos, Stephanie (May 31, 2025). "New Brunswick doctor named Canadian Medical Association president". ctvnews.ca. CTV. Retrieved February 20, 2026.