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Stronger Together:

Promoting Sustainability

in Mental Health and Addictions

 

AMHO is returning to an in-person conference in Toronto on

October 21st & 22nd, 2024 at the Hilton Toronto.

Stay tuned for upcoming speakers, events, registration and special announcements.
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Agenda

  • October 21, 2024 (AMHO Members Only)

    7:30 am – 8:30 am                  

    Breakfast

    8:30 am – 8:40 am

    Land Acknowledgement

    Elder Blu Waters

    8:40 am – 8:50 am

    Welcoming Remarks

    Karen O’Connor, AMHO CEO

    8:50 am – 9:00 am  

    Guest Speaker

    Anna Greenberg, Chief Operating Officer at Ontario Health

    9:00 am – 9:45 am

    Opening Session

    Presentation from Ontario Health – Provincial Priorities in Mental Health and Addictions

    9:45 am – 10:00 am 

    Morning Break

    10:00 am – 11:30 am

    Panel Presentations (Ontario Health Teams)

    Ottawa West Four Rivers

    North York Toronto Health Partners

    Noojmawing Sookataging

    11:30 am – 1:00 pm

    Lunch / Annual General Meeting

    1:00 pm – 1:10 pm

    Remarks

    Hon. Michael Tibollo, Associate Minister of Mental Health and Addictions

    1:10 pm – 2:25 pm

    Communities of Practice 

     

    Community Mental Health Services

    Community Addictions Services

    Supportive Housing 

    Children and Youth MHA Services

    2:25 pm – 2:45 pm                     

    Afternoon Break

    2:45 pm – 4:00 pm

    Communities of Practice 

     

    Community Mental Health Services

    Community Addictions Services 

    Supportive Housing

    Children and Youth MHA Services

    4:00 pm – 4:15 pm

    Wrap-up

  • October 22, 2024

    7:30 am – 8:30 am 

    Breakfast

    8:30 am – 8:40 am

    Land Acknowledgement

    Elder Blu Waters

    8:40 am – 8:45 am  

    Welcome Remarks

    Karen O’Connor, AMHO CEO

    8:45 am – 9:00 am  

    Remarks

    Olivia Chow, Mayor of Toronto

    9:00 am – 9:30 am

    Keynote Speaker

    Dr. James Makokis

    9:30 am – 10:30 am 

    Opening Session

    Health Human Resources

    10:30 am – 10:45 am

    Morning Break

    10:45 am – 12:00 pm

    Concurrent Presentations

     

    Resilient Health Care: Strategic Staffing and Workforce Well-Being Strategies

     

    Sustaining Excellence in Mental Health Care

    Innovative HR Strategies at Lanark County Mental Health (Lanark County Mental Health)

     

    The Resilient Workplace

    Prioritizing Health for HHR (CAPSA)

     

    Innovating for Inclusion: Comprehensive Strategies for Gender-Affirming Care and Equitable Health Data

     

    Collecting and Applying Inclusive Data

    Allowing for Equitable Access to Navigation and Services (Services and Housing in the Province (SHIP))

     

    Gender-Affirming Care for Gender-Diverse Adults

    A New, Evidence-Based Quality Standard (Ontario Health)

     

    Building Futures: Creating Sustainable and Supportive Communities

     

    Base Designs

    (EllisDon Community Builders)

     

    Finding Success in Waterloo Region

    (ShelterCare)

     

    Collaborative Care Models: Addressing Complex Needs Through Integrated Services

     

    Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration in Support of Complex Clients Living with Physical & Addiction/Mental Health Issues

    (WoodGreen Community Services)

     

    Strengthening the Delivery of Integrated Care in Specialized Mental Health Settings for Adults Experiencing Serious Mental Illness

    (Centre for Addiction and Mental Health)

     

    The Broadview Program

    An Integrated Care Model for Women with Substance Use Concerns (The Jean Tweed Centre)

    12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

    Lunch

    1:00 pm – 2:00 pm                   

    Panel Discussion

    Ontario Drug Toxicity Crisis

    2:00 pm – 2:15 pm

    Afternoon Break

    2:15 pm – 3:30 pm

    Concurrent Presentations

     

    Sustaining Success: The Role of Stable Housing

     

    LOFT’s Back to Home Model

    Supporting hospital transitions to community across life stages (LOFT Community Services)

     

    Keyholders of Hope

    Empowering Landlords for Supportive Housing Success (Services and Housing in the Province (SHIP))

     

    Culturally Inclusive MHA Programs

     

    Recovery College as a Peer-driven Means of Providing Culturally Responsive Mental Health Care

    The Experience of Hong Fook Recovery College (Hong Fook & Ontario Shores)

     

    Transitional Age Youth (TAY) Program 

    (LOFT Community Services)

     

    Redefining Care: Integrating Harm Reduction in Shelters and Hospitals

     

    Embedded Outcome Focused Harm Reduction

    (Mission Services of Hamilton)

     

    Changing the Narrative around Harm Reduction and Integrating Health and Social Systems for Better Outcomes

    (St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton)

     

    Bridging Gaps in Housing and Mental Health: Collaborative Strategies for People Experiencing Homelessness

     

    Bringing Care to You

    A low barrier and flexible approach to providing care for individuals experiencing homelessness (LOFT Community Services)

     

    Overnight Shelter Programs

    Eliminating the Barriers to Achieving Housing Outcomes (Services and Housing in the Province (SHIP))

     

    Homeless in Hospital

    Using Data to Drive Housing Partnerships (Centre for Addiction and Mental Health)

    3:30 pm – 3:45 pm

    Wrap-up

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Keynote Speaker

Dr. James Makokis

Dr. James Makokis is a leading figure in Canadian healthcare, renowned for pioneering one of the most progressive family medical clinics committed to serving both 2SLGBTQ+ and First Nation peoples across Canada.

One of few Indigenous physicians in Canada, Dr. Makokis has received International recognition from his role as a physician and authorship in the fields of Indigenous health, transgender health and culturally sensitive care.

A proud Cree, Two-Spirit physician from Saddle Lake First Nation in Northern Alberta, Dr. Makokis is a vocal supporter of 2SLGBTQ+ rights and Two-Spirit visibility. He actively challenges stereotypes and stigmas faced by Two-Spirit individuals within and outside Indigenous communities, dedicating his efforts to education, inclusivity, and acceptance.

Why Attend Addictions and Mental Health Ontario’s 2024 Annual Conference
  • 1. Knowledge and Education

    Learn more about the latest research, trends, and best practices in the field of mental health and addictions. Through seminars, panel discussions, and vibrant presentations, attendees will gain valuable insights into the changing landscape of mental health and addictions, including treatment approaches, prevention strategies, and emerging technologies.

  • 2. Networking Opportunities

    This year’s conference will bring together professionals, researchers, advocates, and individuals with lived experience from diverse backgrounds and organizations. Use this opportunity to network with fellow attendees, exchange ideas, collaborate on future projects, and establish meaningful, professional connections.

  • 3. Advocacy & Awareness

    Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the social, cultural, and systemic factors influencing the mental health and addictions landscape, empowering them to advocate for policy changes, community resources, and support services that address the needs of individuals in their community.

     

AMHO Member/Non-Member Pricing

Accommodations

Find the Hilton in downtown Toronto, next to Osgoode Station. Within 10 minutes’ walk of Union Station, CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum, and CF Toronto Eaton Centre. Using public transit, St. Lawrence Market, Rogers Centre, and the Distillery District are 15 to 20 minutes away. Room Reservations available soon.

 

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