Joss Reimer
Canadian physician
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Joss Reimer is a Canadian physician. On February 20, 2026, Minister of Health Marjorie Michel announced that Reimer will become Chief Public Health Officer of Canada on April 1, 2026.[2] Prior to this appointment, she was the Chief Medical Officer for the Winnipeg Regional Health Authority,[3] and president of the Canadian Medical Association.[4][5]
Joss Reimer | |
|---|---|
| 4th Chief Public Health Officer of Canada | |
| Assuming office April 1, 2026 | |
| Prime Minister | Mark Carney |
| Succeeding | Theresa Tam[a] |
| Personal details | |
| Alma mater | McMaster University University of Winnipeg (BA) University of Manitoba (MD, MPH)[1] |
| Occupation | Physician |
Early life and education
Reimer was raised in Winkler, Manitoba, Canada.[6] She completed her medical education and residency at McMaster University and the University of Manitoba, earning Doctor of Medicine and Master of Public Health degrees.[7] She has specializations in obstetrics, gynaecology and public health.[8]
Medical career
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Reimer was the medical lead for the vaccination implementation task force in Manitoba.[9] She served in this role for 16 months.[10] While Reimer was in this role, she revealed that she was subjected to threats from people who were upset about COVID-19 restrictions.[11]
On April 22, 2022, Reimer began her role as Chief Medical Officer for the Winnipeg Regional Health Authority[12]
On May 29, 2024, Reimer was installed as president of the Canadian Medical Association[13] On May 31, 2025, Reimer was succeeded as president by New Brunswick oncologist Dr. Margot Burnell.[14]
Notes
- Howard Njoo served as interim Chief Public Health Officer of Canada from June 20, 2025 until April 1, 2026