Table 6 Network characteristics

Purpose

To share information, resources and work on activities that further population health and reduce inequities

To create awareness of an individual’s risk of developing a specific chronic condition and to provide follow-up to those individuals

To improve communication, coordination and collaboration among partners working toward improving and enhancing active living

To promote, support and advance sustainable development

Function

Knowledge exchange and indirect advocacy

Service delivery through community outreach

Knowledge exchange, leadership and advocacy

Leadership and advocacy, partnership formation

Geography

Rural + Urban

Urban

Rural

Rural

Structure

Informal

Formal

Formal

Formal

Type

Provincial

Municipal

Regional

Regional

Age

6 years

3 years

2 years

6 years