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WHO WE ARE

AMMI Canada is the national association for medical microbiology and infectious diseases professionals, advancing healthier communities through leadership in infection prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and control. Guided by its vision of fewer infections, fewer outbreaks, and healthier communities, AMMI Canada works with partners to strengthen education and knowledge translation, promote the specialties of infectious diseases and medical microbiology, support research opportunities for members, and pursue sustainable growth that meets the needs of members and communities across Canada.

Vision

Fewer infections. Fewer outbreaks. Healthier Communities

Mission

AMMI Canada collaborates with our partners to optimize prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of infections through education, research, innovation and advocacy.

AMMI Canada and its members must be compliant with the requirements of the Canada Not-for-profit Corporations Act, the Canadian Medical Association (CMA) Code of Ethics and Professionalism, CMA guidelines for physician interactions with industry, Royal College of Physician and Surgeons of Canada accreditation requirements for CPD, Innovative Medicines Canada’s Code of Ethical Practice and with AMMI Canada by-laws.  Download full Code of Conduct PDF here

Strategic Pillars and Objectives

Vision:

Fewer infections, healthier communities, preparing for emerging threats.

Mission:

AMMI Canada collaborates with our partners to optimize the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of infections trough education, research, innovation and advocacy.

Education and Knowledge Translation

We will create education and knowledge translation for members and expand to non-members.

People

We will promote the specialties of infectious diseases, medical microbiology and clinical microbiology through advocacy and human resource planning.

Research

We will support and develop research opportunities for our members.

Growth and Sustainability

We will seek opportunities for sustainable growth to support the activities of our members.

Education and Knowledge Translation

We will create education and knowledge translation for members and expand to non-members.

People

We will promote the specialties of infectious diseases, medical microbiology and clinical microbiology through advocacy and human resource planning.

Research

We will support and develop research opportunities for our members.

Growth and Sustainability

We will seek opportunities for sustainable growth to support the activities of our members.

2026-2027 AMMI CANADA BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Susy Hota

President

Christopher Lowe

President- Elect

Yves Longtin

Past President

Rupeena Purewal

Secretary

Philippe Lagace-Wiens

Treasurer

Samuel Bourassa - Blanchette

Infectious Disease
Section Chair

Julie Carson

Medical Microbiology
Section Chair

William Connors

Director

Jessica Dunn

Director

Catherine Hogan

Director

Dominik Mertz

Director

Glenn Patriquin

Director

Earl Rubin

Director

Yves Longtin  | 2024-2026
Deborah Yamamura | 2022-2024
Sarah Forgie | 2020-2022
Todd Hatchette | 2018-2020
Caroline Quach | 2016-2018
Daniel B. Gregson | 2014-2016
A. Mark Joffe | 2012-2014
B. Lynn Johnston | 2010-2012
Gerald Evans | 2008-2010
Michel Laverdière | 2006-2008
Susan Richardson | 2004-2006

Guiding Principles and Policies

AMMI Canada Framework on Advocacy Initiatives Implementation

AMMI Canada is the national association for medical microbiology and infectious diseases professionals, advancing healthier communities through leadership in infection prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and control. Guided by its vision of fewer infections, fewer outbreaks, and healthier communities, AMMI Canada works with partners tAdvocacy is an important priority for AMMI Canada and its members. This framework outlines a fair, consistent, and transparent process for reviewing and approving advocacy initiatives to ensure they align with AMMI Canada’s mission, vision, and values.o strengthen education and knowledge translation, promote the specialties of infectious diseases and medical microbiology, support research opportunities for members, and pursue sustainable growth that meets the needs of members and communities across Canada.
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AMMI Canada Code of Conduct on Managing Interactions with Industry

AMMI Canada’s Code of Conduct promotes ethical, transparent, and independent interactions with industry while supporting compliance with applicable laws, standards, and bylaws.
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AMMI Canada Copyright Policy

AMMI Canada is committed to respecting intellectual property rights and using copyright-protected materials responsibly. This policy outlines AMMI Canada’s expectations for the legal and appropriate use of copyright materials and supports compliance with applicable copyright laws.
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Order of Canada Recipients

The Order of Canada recognizes exceptional achievement, service, and contributions to Canada. AMMI Canada proudly celebrates members who have received this prestigious honour for their leadership and impact in medical microbiology, infectious diseases, and public health.
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Caroline Quach-Thanh, C.M. (C) | 17 April 2026
John Conly, C.M. | 11 May 2018
Sharon Walmsley, C.M. | 11 May 2017
Thomas J. Marrie, C.M. | 20 November 2014
David W. Scheifele, O.C. | 19 November 2012
Michel G. Bergeron, C.M.  |  06 May 2010
D. Lorne J. Tyrrell, O.C. | 01 May 2002
Mark A. Wainberg, O.C. | 30 May 2001
Allan Ross Ronald, O.C.  | 13 April 1994

C.M.: Member of the Order of Canada
O.C.: Officer of the Order of Canada

History of AMMI Canada

AMMI Canada was established in 2004 through the amalgamation of the Canadian Infectious Diseases Society (CIDS) and the Canadian Association of Medical Microbiology (CAMM). The two societies brought together Canada’s infectious diseases and medical microbiology communities into one national organization, reflecting their shared commitment to clinical care, laboratory diagnosis, public health, research, education, advocacy, and antimicrobial stewardship.
CIDS, formed in 1977, represented physicians and trainees in infectious diseases, while CAMM, originally established in 1961 as the Canadian Association of Medical Bacteriologists, represented medical microbiologists and supported the development of medical microbiology as a recognized specialty in Canada.
Today, AMMI Canada provides national leadership for professionals across both fields, supporting members through education, advocacy, research, collaboration, and knowledge translation to improve infection prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and control across Canada.

Coleman Rotstein | 2002-2004
Mark Miller | 2000-2002
Kevin Forward | 1998-2000
John Conly | 1996-1998
Gary Garber | 1995-1996
Stephen Shafran | 1994-1995
Donald Low | 1993-1994
Mary Gribble | 1992-1993
Gregory Hammond | 1991-1992
Giles Delage | 1990-1991
Walter Schlech III | 1989-1990
Lionel Mandell | 1988-1990
Lindsay E. Nicolle | 1987-1988
Elaine Mills | 1986-1987
William R. Bowie | 1985-1986
Godfrey Harding | 1984-1985
Thomas Marrie | 1983-1984
William Albritton | 1982-1983
Grant Stiver | 1981-1982
Michel Bergeron | 1980-1981
Hillar Vellend |1979-1980
George Goldsand | 1978-1979
Hugh Robson | 1977-1978

Susan Richardsdon | 2001-2003
Giles Delage | 1999-2001
Mary Vearncombe | 1997-1999
David Colby | 1995-1997
H Richardson | 1991-1992
M.G. Bergeron | 1989-1990
J.L. Whitby | 1987-1988
R. Morisset | 1985-1986
R.H. Elder | 1983-1984
E.V. Haldane | 1981-1982
G. Dempster | 1979-1980
L. Gayvreau | 1977-1978
Ian B.R. Duncan | 1975-1976
E.J. Bowmer | 1973-1974
J.M.S. Dixon | 1971-1972
G.G. Kalz | 1969-1970
N.A. Hinton | 1967-1968
C.E. Dolman | 1965-1966
C.E. VanRooyen | 1963-1964
M. Saint-Martin | 1962-1963
Phil H. Grey | 1961-1962

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