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Help celebrate the leaders who are driving real impact in Canadian health care. The College is seeking engaged members to join the selection committees for the CCHL National Awards Program. If you’re passionate about recognizing outstanding leadership and innovation across Canada’s health system, we invite you to apply. Learn more about the awards and submit your expression of interest today.We cu

Why is peer review publishing important? What makes this journal unique? And, how to write an article that people will want to read.Don Juzwishin, PhD, FCCHL, the Editor-in-Chief of Healthcare Management Forum (HMF), Ron Lindstrom, PhD, FCCHL, the former Editor-in-Chief of HMF, and Marcy Saxe-Braithwaite, DBA, CHE, a long-standing member of the HMF Editorial Board recently hosted a webinar that wa

Lesley Myles, CHE, began her academic journey at the University of Stirling in Scotland, completing a Sociology degree before pivoting to nursing. Encouraged by her mother to pursue a professional path that would allow her independence, mobility and room to grow, Lesley has spent the next 20 years in healthcare. Her career has offered her everything her mother wanted for her, and that she wanted f

Leadership development is central to building resilient and effective healthcare systems, and the CCHL Circle provides members with multiple avenues to strengthen their practice. Through access to interactive forums, targeted webinars, and individualized coaching, members are able to reflect on their own leadership style while gaining practical strategies for improvement. Topics are presented in w

We had a great couple of days in Montreal: Engaging keynotes, meaningful conversations, and moments of celebration reminded us that leadership is not just about navigating change, it’s about having the courage to create it. There are likely many more, but I personally had three standout take-away messages.Tell Your story. Mike Downie, award-winning filmmaker, storyteller, and co-founder of the Gor

This article is only available in English.The July 2026 edition of Healthcare Management Forum (HMF) is dedicated to innovative approaches to preparing the next generation of health leaders. Investing in leadership development ensures continuity, stability, and a pipeline of capable people who can steward the health system into the future.Log into the College website for the full edition of Health

The renewed partnership agreement promotes excellence in the health leadership field and provides the students in McGill University, Graduate Certificate for Healthcare Management (GCHM) program with an expedited and cost-effective pathway to the the Certified Health Executive (CHE) Program.McGill University, Graduate Certificate for Healthcare Management (GCHM) program has renewed its strategic a

University of Toronto, Lawrence Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing programs including Doctor of Nursing (DN), Master of Nursing, Health Systems Leadership and Administration (MN-HSLA), and certificates from the Centre for Professional Development (CPD) in Clinical Leadership in Long Term Care, and Leadership & Management programs Renew a Three-Year Strategic Alliance with CCHL.The renewed partnership ag

The Canadian College of Health Leaders (CCHL) is introducing a new national award that shines a spotlight on one of the most urgent challenges facing Canada’s health systems: the sustainability, stability, and experience of the healthcare workforce. Launching as part of the 2027 CCHL National Awards Program campaign on October 1, 2026, the Operational Excellence in Workforce Management Award, spon

Motivated by a deep desire to serve and contribute to the collective well-being, Marc has dedicated more than 25 years of his career to improving the quality, safety, and performance of healthcare systems, both in Canada and internationally. He began his career as a clinician, trained in family and emergency medicine, before gradually moving into medical leadership roles. He took on increasingly c

With the Circle, CCHL members have access to reliable, high-quality resources that support both strategic growth and individual development. It offers a range of career-focused tools, including mentorship programs, leadership strategy insights, and curated content aligned with the CCHL's LEADS framework. These resources are designed to be adaptable, supporting users at various stages of their care

On behalf of the Canadian College of Health Leaders and its Board of Directors, we would like to congratulate Dr. Michelle Acorn, FCCHL, Dr. Jaason Geerts, FCCHL and Dr. Alice Kam, FCCHL on attaining Fellowship status in the College.  Dr. Michelle Acorn, FCCHLDr. Jaason Geerts, FCCHLDr. Alice Kam, FCCHLFellowship is the highest professional designation awarded by the College and is designed for ex

New partnership agreement serves as an avenue to promote excellence in health leadership.The Broadway Group and the Canadian College of Health Leaders (CCHL) have signed a new three-year Strategic Alliance Partnership to strengthen leadership capacity and promote excellence in health leadership across the organization.Through this agreement, The Broadway Group leaders will gain enhanced access to

The Canadian College of Health Leaders is proud to announce the recipients of the 2026 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 a significant contribution to their chapter. The recipients have been selected by their respective chapters in recognition for their inv

The renewed partnership agreement serves as an avenue to promote excellence in the health leadership field and provide the staff from Primary Care Networks – Network of Executive Directors (NEDs) with a cost-effective pathway to the Certified Health Executive (CHE) Program.Primary Care Networks – Network of Executive Directors (NEDs) has renewed its strategic alliance with the Canadian College of

The Canadian College of Health Leaders and Johnson & Johnson MedTech are pleased to announce the recipients of the 2026 Robert Wood Johnson Awards. Established in 1956, the Robert Wood Johnson Awards are presented to students from seven Canadian universities offering a Master of Health Administration. Recipients are selected by their respective faculty for their individual achievements and promisi

Jan Byrd, CHE, Director of Health Policy at Healthcare Excellence Canada, has built a career dedicated to improving patient safety, quality, and health policy through collaboration, empathy, and innovation. Based in Winnipeg, she works remotely with healthcare leaders across all provinces and territories, driving national initiatives that strengthen Canada’s healthcare systems.Jan’s career began a

The renewal of this partnership agreement paves the way for promoting excellence in the field of health leadership.(The following article is only available in French)Pôle Santé HEC Montréal a renouvelé son alliance stratégique avec le Collège canadien des leaders en santé (CCLS) afin de renforcer les capacités de leadership des leaders en santé à travers le Canada.La désignation CHE/LCS est le seu

The CCHL Circle offers a structured approach to professional engagement that aligns with the evolving needs of healthcare leaders. Upon logging in, members are welcomed into a space where timely discussions reflect the evolving priorities and challenges of the industry. Then, leaders can access the Member Map to engage with others in their area. The virtual platform offers geographic and professio

This article is only available in English.The May 2026 edition of Healthcare Management Forum (HMF) is dedicated to patient advocacy, an essential component for building trust, addressing health inequities, and enhancing system quality and efficiency.Log into the College website for the full edition of Healthcare Management Forum.In this edition:GUEST EDITORCarl Balcom, DNP, MBA, RN, LSSBB, NEA-BC