We Are AFHTO
At the Association of Family Health Teams of Ontario – or just AFHTO for short – we’re on a mission to make primary care better for everyone in Ontario, both patients and those working in primary care teams.
We're a hub for collaboration in primary healthcare, where evidence-based practice is shared and a community of innovators unite to transform the system.
We advocate for fair, sustainable funding to ensure primary care teams have the resources needed to deliver top-tier care. Together, with nearly 200 organizations of almost 5,000 interprofessional healthcare providers, we’re leading the charge to create a stronger, more equitable healthcare system for Ontario.
We believe in the power of team-based primary care to change lives. Our teams have the passion and the skills to help every Ontarian get connected to the care they deserve.
ONE UNIFIED VOICE
These numbers show how our teams are improving health and strengthening communities across Ontario.
Make up our membership – which includes 2700+ family physicians, 450 nurse practitioners, 500+ nurses, and 1300+ interprofessional healthcare providers.
Are being cared for by our primary care teams, and 400,000 more through our unattached clinics – that’s ~4 million of Ontarians!
Was announced in 2025 to support primary care expansion – AFHTO’s longstanding advocacy efforts in collaboration with many other professional associations and partners have led to this historic investment.
MEMBER IMPACT
Real examples of how AFHTO members are advocating for change across Ontario
Discover Our Programs
Explore our practical programs and resources to support your work in primary care
NEWS & EVENTS
Stay up to date on the latest updates, opportunities, and upcoming AFHTO events
What are our members saying?
JOIN OUR COMMUNITY
Join the AFHTO community. Stay informed, get involved, and benefit from advocacy, resources, and connections that strengthen team-based primary care across Ontario.