The vision of the Canadian Obesity Network-Réseau canadien en obésité (CON-RCO) is to be Canada's authoritative voice on evidence-based approaches for obesity prevention, treatment, and policy.
Our mission is to improve the lives of Canadians affected by obesity through the advancement of anti-discrimination, prevention, and treatment efforts.
Strategic goals:
CON-RCO is Canada's largest professional obesity association for:
Our Core Values
Respect:
We believe that everyone deserves to be treated with respect and dignity. To this end, CON-RCO works toward reducing weight bias and stigma through research, education, and action.
Evidence-Based Action:
CON-RCO aims to facilitate knowledge exchange regarding obesity prevention, treatment, and policy.
CON-RCO is Canada’s official representative in the World Obesity Federation, an umbrella organization for 52 national obesity associations, representing 56 countries.