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The Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI) is an independent, not-for-profit organization that provides essential data and analysis on Canada’s health system and the health of Canadians.
CIHI tracks data in many areas, thanks to information supplied by hospitals, regional health authorities, medical practitioners and governments. Other sources provide further data to help inform CIHI’s in-depth analytic reports.
CIHI’s data and reports focus on:
- Health care services
- Health spending
- Health human resources
- Population health
CIHI also identifies and promotes national health indicators—measures such as life expectancy or what we spend on health per capita—that are used to compare health status and health-system performance and characteristics. To make sure these measurements are comparable and meet the same quality requirements, CIHI coordinates national health information standards.
CIHI’s research and data are published in reports, analytical documents, and special studies. CIHI also coordinates and leads education sessions and conferences.
Who uses CIHI data?
CIHI’s work in providing non-partisan information on the performance of the health system is essential to sound decision-making. Government bodies, hospitals, health authorities and professional associations use CIHI’s information to assess the effectiveness of different parts of the health system and plan for the future. CIHI’s work is also of value to researchers, the media and the general public in answering questions about how Canada’s health system functions and performs.
How can I learn more about CIHI?
How is CIHI measuring up?
CIHI is increasingly being recognized as a national and world leader for achievements in health information—as well as a great place to work!
Interested in joining the team? Learn more about CIHI’s career opportunities.
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