A physician leader responsible for population‑level health policy, communicable disease control, and health promotion. Medical Health Officers (MHOs) guide emergency response, monitor outbreaks, and work with governments and communities to improve overall well‑being.

What You’ll Do
Lead public health oversight and provide medical guidance.
Conduct outbreak investigation and risk communication.
Develop health policies and advocate for community health.
Partner with leadership, governments, and community organizations.

Prerequisites
Grade 12 diploma (Regular, Adult 12, or GED).
Must obtain a medical degree (MD) before entering public health specialty training.

Program Locations

Prince Albert, Saskatoon, Regina

Programs
Biomedical Sciences
Arts & Science
Biomedical Neuroscience

University or Post‑Secondary
University of Regina
University of Saskatchewan

Education & Qualifications
Licensed physician (MD)



with specialized training in Public Health or Preventive Medicine.
Solid systems thinking, leadership, and communication.

Where You’ll Work
Public health leadership
Government health authorities
Community and emergency response systems

Growth Pathways

About NITHA

The NITHA Partnership, a First Nations driven organization, is a source of collective expertise in culturally based, cutting edge skilled practices for northern health services in our Partner Organizations.

Physical Address

Chief Joseph Custer I.R. #201
Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation Office Complex
Main Floor, th Avenue West
Prince Albert, SK. S6V 6Z1

Mailing Address

Northern Inter-Tribal Health Authority
P.O. Box 787
Prince Albert, SK
S6V 5S4
J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Medical Health Officer Prince Albert
🏢 NITHA
📍 Prince Albert