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A Healthier Canada An Analysis of the Potential Economic and Social Impacts of Social Prescribing

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The Canadian Institute for Social Prescribing engaged KPMG LLP to perform a rigorous analytical assessment of specific social and economic impacts of social prescribing in Canada.

Key findings from the report indicate that:

  • Social prescribing delivers a return of $4.43 for every dollar invested.
  • Social prescribing leads to better health outcomes for two key populations in Canada — older adults and youth — improving overall well-being with significant reductions in healthcare utilization.

Click HERE for more information and to read the report. 

  • By

    The Canadian Institute for Social Prescribing

  • Published

    Oct 02, 2024

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  • Audience
    • Academics
    • Funders
    • Government (Politicians, Policy Makers) and Health Authorities
    • Service Providers (Non-profits, Community Organizations, Local government)
    • Caregivers, Seniors & Volunteers
    • Government
    • Health Authorities
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