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Brightshores Health System named recipient of 2026 Award of Excellence in Mental Health and Addictions Quality Improvement

The Canadian College of Health Leaders is proud to announce that Brightshores Health System has been named recipient of the Award of Excellence in Mental Health and Addictions Quality Improvement for its transformative work at the Wellness and Recovery Centre. […]

Dr. Michelle Acorn named recipient of the 2026 Nursing Leadership Award

The Canadian College of Health Leaders is proud to announce that Dr. Michelle Acorn, CEO of the Nurse Practitioners’ Association of Ontario, has been named recipient of the 2026 Nursing Leadership Award. Dr. Michelle Acorn, DNP, NP PHC/Adult, MN/ACNP, FCAN, […]

Southwestern Ontario Chapter 2026 Annual General Meeting

On behalf of the CCHL Southwestern Ontario Chapter, you are invited to attend the 2026 Annual General Meeting. Join us for an update on the College’s strategic plan from Sue Owen, President & CEO of the Canadian College of Health […]

Western University, Faculty of Health Sciences, Applied Health Sciences program and CCHL Renew Three-Year Strategic Alliance

The renewed partnership agreement promotes excellence in the health leadership field and provides students in the Master of Health Sciences (MHSc) in Applied Health Sciences program with an expedited and cost-effective pathway to the Certified Health Executive (CHE) Program. Western […]

CEO Reflections: 2025 Year in Review

Looking Back with Gratitude, Looking Forward with Inspiration As we bid farewell to 2025, I am filled with gratitude and pride for what we have accomplished together. This year marked my first as President and CEO of the Canadian College […]

Steph Ouellet, CHE, leads with a vision for inclusive communities, strategic foresight, and sustainable health system change

Steph Ouellet, MBA, CHE, is an accomplished bilingual executive with more than 25 years of leadership experience spanning healthcare management, digital innovation, and organizational transformation. His career has been defined by a consistent focus on ethical leadership, strategic empowerment, and […]

Call for nominations: 2026 National Awards Program

The College is inviting nominations for the 2026 National Awards Program. This is a great opportunity to recognize and promote the outstanding leaders and programs in your organization. Award recipients will be recognized during the College’s Honouring Health Leadership event on […]

Southwestern Ontario Chapter Pickle Ball with “Courtside Chat” featuring Karen Davies

In 2025, the SW chapter held its inaugural pickleball networking event and the resounding feedback received was “let’s do it again!”  This year we are combing playing, followed by a leadership Courtside Chat led by Karen Davies, pickleball player AND […]

2025 Chapter Awards for Distinguished Service

The Canadian College of Health Leaders is proud to announce the recipients of the 2025 Chapter Awards for Distinguished Service. This award provides an opportunity for chapters to recognize locally and nationally the individuals or corporate members who have made […]

Southwestern Ontario Chapter Networking & Pickleball Event

Join us for a fun and active evening of networking and pickleball! Whether you’re a seasoned player or brand new to the game, this is a great opportunity to connect with fellow professionals in a relaxed, casual setting. Come ready […]