Obesity Matters is a Canadian non-profit organization focused on empowering individuals affected by obesity through education, advocacy, and community support. The organization operates as a lived-experience advocacy group, aiming to change societal perceptions of obesity from blame to empowerment. Led by Executive Director Priti Chawla, it emphasizes evidence-based approaches to weight management and works to reduce weight bias and improve access to medical treatments.

The organization provides educational resources, including myth-busting materials and weight-bias training. It advocates for policy changes to recognize obesity as a medical condition and improve insurance coverage for treatments. Additionally, Obesity Matters offers a membership platform for individuals to share coping strategies and access peer support. It serves individuals affected by obesity, employers, insurers, and policymakers, promoting comprehensive obesity prevention and treatment benefits. Through collaboration with public health agencies, Obesity Matters highlights the importance of addressing obesity as a public health priority.