Resources

These documents and links can be used to better understand anaphylaxis and help keep people at risk safe.
AllergyAware.ca Flyer
pdf
This flyer provides an overview of the online anaphylaxis courses for the community, schools and child care settings. You can use this flyer to post on your walls, social media, or to hand out to people who would benefit from the courses.
Anaphylaxis Emergency Plan (individual)*
pdf
Includes important information about the individual at risk of anaphylaxis. Download includes EpiPen® instructions.

(Accessible version/AODA Compliant)
Anaphylaxis in Schools & Other Settings, 3rd Edition Revised
pdf
This edition includes key recommendations, based on the latest research, for the management and treatment of anaphylaxis in the community.

(Accessible version/AODA Compliant)
Epinephrine
pdf
An overview of this life-saving medication for treating anaphylaxis.

(Accessible version/AODA Compliant)
Food Labelling 101
pdf
An overview of the basics of food labelling in Canada.

(Accessible version/AODA Compliant)
School Anaphylaxis Plan
pdf
Sample plan describes how the school community deals with anaphylaxis.
Think F.A.S.T. Poster
pdf
Describes the symptoms of anaphylaxis and the emergency response.

(Accessible version/AODA Compliant)
These links provide additional information about life-threatening allergies, education, and support.
All about food allergy Flyer
PDF
An overview of the free, medically-reviewed and curriculum-linked program ideally suited for grades 4-6 that will help develop the knowledge and skills students need to support the health and well-being of self and others.

This program is endorsed by PHE Canada.
Newly diagnosed with food allergy
Website
Get information, support, and resources to confidently manage daily living with food allergy.
School program for grades 4-6
Website
Access a free curriculum-linked program for teaching students about food allergy and anaphylaxis.
Teens and young adults with food allergy
Website
Get information and resources on managing food allergy for ages 13-25.
Webinars
Website
Leading allergists and experts present on various food allergy and anaphylaxis-related topics.

Policies of Supporting Provinces and Territories

Alberta
Alberta School Boards Association's Anaphylaxis Policy Advisory
Protection of Students with Life-Threatening Allergies Act
British Columbia
Anaphylaxis Protection Order
New Brunswick
Health Support Services Policy 704 for anaphylaxis



Newfoundland & Labrador
Guidelines for Anaphylaxis Management in Schools
Ontario
PPM 161 – Prevalent Medical Conditions – and Resources
Sabrina's Law
Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan School Boards Association’s
Managing Life-Threatening Conditions Policy Advisory
(includes anaphylaxis)
Supporting Students with Potentially Life-Threatening Medical Conditions in Saskatchewan Schools
(includes allergies)
Yukon
Anaphylaxis Policy

More policy information can be found in Appendix J of Anaphylaxis in Schools & Other Settings, 3rd Edition Revised.

Note: Food Allergy Canada and Leap Learning Technologies Inc. are not responsible for the content of any external websites that may be accessed through this website.

*The current version of the Anaphylaxis Emergency Plan is dated October 2020. It is an updated version of the August 2016 plan included in Anaphylaxis in Schools & Other Settings, 3rd Edition Revised.