Our members are volunteers, who after experiencing unsafe care or harm, are looking for a way to prevent others from suffering the same way. We come from all walks of life and draw on our diverse backgrounds when contributing to patient safety improvements. As a community we build on each other’s strengths and support each other.
We are at the place in our healing where we can engage with care providers, managers, and leaders as positive collaborators. Our words and actions build trust and partnership by focusing on what is possible and avoiding blame and terms like negligence or incompetence.
Unintentional harm happens because good people are delivering care in complex systems. Our focus is on learning for improvement, which is only possible if there is no blame or fear.
Members treat one another and partners with courtesy and respect. Disagreements are handled respectfully, without anger or personal attacks. Learn more about what we do
PFPSC supports members to participate and/or lead in at least one patient safety initiative each year that advances our mission and vision. Initiatives could include presenting at events or meetings and helping develop policies, practices, guidelines, resources, campaigns or safety programs. Every time we participate, we contribute to safer care and demonstrate the value of patients and families as partners.
If what you know about us resonates with you, email us at hello@patients4safety.ca. Someone will contact you to learn your story; then we will meet virtually to explore how or if your interests align with our mission.
