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Vision Statement

The Canadian Association for Porphyria envisions a time when porphyric individuals, their families, health professionals, and the general public are educated and aware of the disease porphyria and the Association.

CAP hopes to make changes to create a world of less suffering, where acute attacks are prevented, porphyria is understood and treated properly, diagnosis is simple, and a cure is found.

We Value... 

We value Compassion
We respond to the needs of individuals with courtesy and compassionate action. We recognize and value the particular circumstances of each individual situation and respond with empathy and sensitivity. We recognize the value of both volunteers and staff.

We value Respect
We maintain confidentiality and privacy in all our activities. We treat people with the mutual respect we have gained through our responsibility to serve and inform the public, and provide care to those who need or want it.

We value Dynamic Service
We support all individuals who contact our Association. Using a proactive approach, we communicate to them the needed information and provide friendships and other natural supports as well as comprehensive educational materials.

We value Diversity & Self-Determination
We believe that collaboration and teamwork make us stronger, and that cooperation is the key to achieving the goals of our shared mission. We welcome and are willing to assist people of all different backgrounds and cultures. We encourage and provide the support needed for individuals to be involved in decisions that affect their own lives.

We value Integrity & Accountability
We resolve to maintain the highest standards of personal and organizational honesty in all our activities. We are dedicated to promoting public trust and a sense of confidence within the Association in order to stay true to our shared mission, vision and values.

We value Effective & Efficient Stewardship
We are committed to maximizing the value of our time, human and capital resources, and in-kind contributions. We pledge to use these valuable investments wisely in pursuit of our shared vision and mission.

We value Professionalism & Adaptability
We strive towards leadership and excellence by sustaining the highest standards of management and operation. We are open to change and encourage innovative ideas and new ways of doing things, responsive to the needs of our Association's community and expansion on a global scale.