Former @IABCToronto President | Gold Quill Award-winning comms pro | #2SLGBTQ+ activist | Cycle for charity | RT ≠ Endorsement

Toronto, Ontario
Joined March 2009
Michael Blackburn, SCMP® retweeted
Hey, Toronto. CondomTO is back, baby! Get ready to score safely. ⚽🔥 Don't pass up protection. Six soccer-inspired condoms are now available at TPH’s 4 #SexualHealth clinics, while supplies last. Score yours: toronto.ca/condomTO #condomTOhhhh #SexualHealth
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Earlier today, Toronto Public Health reopened its North York sexual health clinic, restoring convenient access to free, confidential & judgement-free sexual health services for residents in the surrounding area. 🩺⚕️🏥
News Release: Toronto Public Health reopens North York Sexual Health Clinic with service improvements for clients #TorontoNews toronto.ca/news/toronto-publ…
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Last week, I spoke at the Partnership for Healthy Cities Summit, presented by @WHO, @BloombergDotOrg & @VitalStrat! We explored @TOPublicHealth’s award-winning health promotion work & how it can be applied to breaking through the noise & communicating in 2026. #Cities4Health
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The @CityOfToronto’s Medical Officer of Health is now on X! Give @TOTopDoc a follow. 👇🏼
1/3 From childhood dreams to protecting public health today. 💙 #CanadianPublicHealthWeek reminds us that keeping our city healthy happens every day – often behind the scenes. Meet the team behind our work at @TOPublicHealth. #ThisIsWho
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Michael Blackburn, SCMP® retweeted
Rivals on ice still need sexual health advice 🏒🥵 Here’s what to know about our Sexual Health Clinics... Heated Rivalry style 🔥👉 Call 416-338-1234 to book an appointment. You can book STI testing or an #mpox vaccine online: toronto.ca/SexualHealthClini…
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Today I celebrate a decade of being an #IABC member! 🥳 It’s been ten years of growth, friendship, leadership development, certification and memories I’ll cherish forever. Thank you to everyone who has been a part of this journey with me (you know who you are!). #WeLeadIABC
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Congratulations and thank you for your service to the people of Toronto, Dr . @epdevilla. It has been a career highlight and downright pleasure to work with someone so inspiring and talented.
Earlier this week, I was humbled to be honoured by Mayor Chow and Members of Council for my service as Toronto’s Medical Officer of Health over the last eight years. I am filled with a mix of emotions as my role comes to an end later this month. It has truly been a privilege of a lifetime to serve the people of Toronto and work with some of the most talented and dedicated public service professionals along the way.
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Michael Blackburn, SCMP® retweeted
Let’s knockout the flu & COVID! ✔️Consider wearing a high quality, well-fitting mask ✔️Wash or sanitize your hands often ✔️Stay home if you are sick ✔️Protect your family & friends ✔️Get vaccinated Learn more: toronto.ca/immunization
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Congratulations on your appointment as Acting Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Lamptey!
We’re pleased to announce that Deputy Medical Officer of Health Dr. Na-Koshie Lamptey has been appointed as Acting Medical Officer of Health for @cityoftoronto starting January 1, 2025. Congrats on your new role & thank you for your continued service to the people of #Toronto!
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Tree is officially up and decorated – complete with #GoldQuills! 🎄🌟 Happy holidays to my fellow @IABC friends and family.
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Completed the climb up 1,776 steps & 114 floors of the #CNTower in support of @UWGreaterTO w/ my @cityoftoronto colleague Cory. Crushed it in 22 min. 21 sec., all to help build a stronger community. Thank u to those who supported my climb—together, we’re making a difference!
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Michael Blackburn, SCMP® retweeted
Each year, more than one million people in Ontario experience a mental health or addiction challenge, which can have serious impacts on their quality of life. Learn about supports available, and how to get the help you or your loved ones need: ontario.ca/page/find-mental-….
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Michael Blackburn, SCMP® retweeted
26 years ago we lost #MatthewShepard to a senseless act of hate. Help keep Matthew's memory alive RT #RememberMatthew #NOH8
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The GCCC has joined forces with @the_csce to offer unparalleled exam preparation resources for communication professionals seeking to demonstrate their #competency and #advance their #careers. Visit our new website to learn more: communicationcertification.o… #Communication
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Michael Blackburn, SCMP® retweeted
Free flu and COVID-19 vaccines are now available for the most vulnerable and high-risk populations. Shots for the general public aged six months and older will be available starting October 28, 2024. See more details at: ontario.ca/flu and ontario.ca/covidvaccines.
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Michael Blackburn, SCMP® retweeted
What a beautiful morning to open Dunn House - Canada’s first-ever social medicine supportive housing initiative. Great to join @gordperks,@viraniarif, @UHN, @UWGreaterTO and @FredVictorTO to officially cut the ribbon on this important new space. More: toronto.ca/news/city-of-toro…
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Michael Blackburn, SCMP® retweeted
At Executive Committee today, we endorsed my plan to make the City’s school food program universal. Right now, we help feed 220,000 students - but that leaves 100,000 across 220 schools, without access to the program. See: toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2024… 1/3
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Michael Blackburn, SCMP® retweeted
Introducing the #CityOfTO’s 4th emergency service! The Toronto Community Crisis Service is available 24/7 city-wide when you or your loved ones need mental health support. Get the info: toronto.ca/CrisisService
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