Canada seeks new chief medical officer after Tam’s pandemic fumble

Misinformation monger and head honcho at the Public Health Agency of Canada, Theresa Tam, is leaving her position as Canadians want leadership that upholds transparency, communication, and a health approach that respects autonomy.

Canada’s chief public health officer and leader of psychological operations for better health, Dr. Theresa Tam, is set to retire in June, bringing an end to her controversial tenure at the helm of the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC).

The job posting for Tam’s replacement notes that the official job title, chief public health officer is supposed to provide leadership, advise government officials, and collaborate internationally to address public health threats, reduce health inequalities, and promote overall well-being. The chief public health officer is also supposed to serve as the government’s primary spokesperson on public health matters.

Initially appointed to the position in 2017, Tam was responsible for the COVID-19 pandemic response, which has been riddled with missteps and inconsistencies, leading to widespread confusion and a lack of trust in the agency supposed to lead and reassure the country through uncertain and tumultuous times. True leadership, however, involves clear communication, decisive action, and the ability to instill confidence — qualities that have been sorely lacking in the response.

During a recent panel discussion on Canada's information environment focused on misinformation, Tam predicts the next pandemic will be harder to address due to public distrust that she is directly responsible for.

Appearing blissfully unaware of those suffering debilitating reactions as evidenced by the vaccine injury support program being overrun, Tam holds onto the view that the novel injections are "miracles” but notes they still face mounting public distrust.

This, even though she acknowledged in 2021 that the full scope of destruction would not be captured until the novel injections were rolled out to the population at large, Tam failed to mention that the pharmaceutical products were still in phase two and three clinical trials at the time… which did not conclude until the middle of February 2023.

Tam's leadership has been marked by the production of COVID propaganda videos, exploiting festive and joyful occasions like Christmas since 2020, including targeted propaganda videos aimed at children and youth, all at the expense of Canadian taxpayers.

The abuse and use of taxpayer dollars to manipulate them into compliance was further reinforced with multi-millions pouring from the Liberals into social media campaigns aimed at various demographics to uphold public health messaging around the novel biological products known as COVID-19 vaccines.

From the outset of the pandemic, Tam initially downplayed risks, claiming that COVID-19 posed little threat, initially dismissing human-to-human transmission and inferring that border closures were not only unnecessary but rooted in racism.

Her advice on masks and social distancing has also been riddled with contradictions and bizarre messaging – like meddling in the private lives of Canadians, telling them to wear a mask during intercourse, which led to the ridiculous advice out of British Columbia, to use gloryholes. And who could forget when the so-called ‘experts’ claimed that any random dried-up baby wipe or paper towel could serve as an effective third layer for flimsy two-layer cloth masks? Canadians were supposed to believe that this was all highly scientific, but many were left scratching their heads at the ridiculous recommendations.

And those social distancing guidelines, like the ‘stay-six-feet-apart’ rule, were based conjecture, not scientific rigour – the same as most of the ‘science’ behind public health measures throughout the COVID-19 response.

As the pandemic continued, public health measures like lockdowns and restrictions led to the unprecedented destruction of small businesses, disruptions in children’s development and education, and significant social division. Vaccine mandates contributed to a climate of medical apartheid, while those questioning official narratives were vilified as anti-science.

The social fabric implications, coupled with the lack of consistent guidance, have left Canadians questioning the competence of health leadership and those in positions like Tam, who leaves behind a legacy of fumbling – focusing on sending supplies to China while ignoring expired PPE in our warehouses, with private companies like Home Depot having to swoop in to save the day.

Despite widespread criticism of the agency’s role in managing COVID-19, no formal investigation has occurred.

Canadians want transparency, accountability, and a return to evidence-based decision-making in public health leadership. The question remains: Will Tam’s successor bring the change needed to restore public trust and lead the country with a more logical, science-driven approach to health that respects our chartered rights and personal autonomy, or will they continue to interfere in the lives of Canadians based on conjecture?

Tamara Ugolini

Senior Editor

Tamara Ugolini is an informed choice advocate turned journalist whose journey into motherhood sparked her passion for parental rights and the importance of true informed consent. She critically examines the shortcomings of "Big Policy" and its impact on individuals, while challenging mainstream narratives to empower others in their decision-making.

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  • David Noel
    followed this page 2025-02-10 15:02:17 -0500
  • Frank Narejko
    commented 2025-02-06 09:37:46 -0500
    She should be in PRISON!
  • Wayne Currie
    commented 2025-02-05 23:00:45 -0500
    Tam would be well advised to get his ass back to China. There will be a reckoning, though when that day arrives is unknown. BTW, what is so bad about another China virus? Many lived through the Asian flu of 1957 & 1968 Hong Kong flu; those events were considered to be regular seasonal flus. There was no panic among health authorities & no authoritarian lockdowns.
  • Tammy Goddu
    commented 2025-02-05 20:07:36 -0500
    I can’t believe the blatant smearing of these individuals who, under orders, simply conveyed the information as instructed. Deena Hinshaw, Tam, and Jason Kenney—all scapegoats. I can’t help but wonder how much they were compensated to endorse junk science, leading everyone to follow blindly like sheep to the slaughter.
  • Don Hrehirchek
    commented 2025-02-05 17:32:07 -0500
    As long as the new replacement does not depend on the world health organization , things may be o.k.
  • Bernhard Jatzeck
    commented 2025-02-04 20:59:16 -0500
    Don’t let the door smack you on your way out.