Promeus
Chief Communications and Corporate Affairs Officer
Ontario Health is implementing one of the most significant health system transformations in Canada. Created in 2019 to connect and coordinate care across the province, the agency unites world-class expertise in clinical care, digital health, quality, and system planning. Guided by its values of Integrity, Inspiration, Tenacity, Humility, and Care , Ontario Health works with partners across hospitals, community services, mental health, home care, and more to deliver better health outcomes and experiences for every Ontarian.
The Position
Ontario Health is seeking an accomplished, astute, and highly strategic executive to serve as its next Chief Communications and Corporate Affairs Officer. Reporting to the President and CEO and serving as a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Chief Communications and Corporate Affairs Officer will provide enterprise leadership for Ontario Health communications, corporate and public affairs, and stakeholder, patient, and family engagement.
This is a highly influential role at the intersection of government, health system transformation, and enterprise leadership. As a trusted advisor to the President and CEO, Board Chair, and senior leaders, the Chief Communications and Corporate Affairs Officer will help shape Ontario Health’s strategic positioning, reputation, and relationships with government and the health system.
A central priority will be maintaining strong relationships with Ministers’ offices, Ministry leadership, and other senior government decision makers. The Chief Communications and Corporate Affairs Officer will bring executive judgment, anticipate emerging issues and sensitivities, and ensure Ontario Health remains closely aligned with government priorities and expectations.
The Chief Communications and Corporate Affairs Officer will also position communications as a driver and enabler of the Ontario Health strategic agenda. Through proactive planning and a clear cadence of communications, they will help ensure Ontario Health has a compelling story to share about its priorities, progress, and impact, both within the organization and with external stakeholders. The Communications and Corporate Affairs portfolio includes internal and external communications, media and issues management, digital communications, brand and reputation, and stakeholder, patient, and family engagement.
This is not simply a communications leadership role. It is an enterprise role for an executive who can navigate complexity, influence at the highest levels, and help advance Ontario Health’s mandate across government and the health system.
The Person
The ideal candidate is an accomplished senior executive with significant leadership experience in communications, corporate affairs, or public affairs within government, the broader public sector, health care, or another complex and highly visible environment.
They bring deep experience working with elected officials and their teams, senior public servants, Boards, CEOs, and executive teams. They are recognized for sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to anticipate issues, navigate complex government environments, and build trust with senior decision makers.
An exceptional communicator and relationship builder, they can translate complex issues into compelling messages, build trust across diverse stakeholders, and operate effectively within a Crown agency environment. They combine strategic thinking with sound judgment and pragmatism and bring breadth and versatility to contribute beyond the traditional boundaries of a communications portfolio.
To confidentially explore this opportunity, please email your resume, quoting the appropriate position title, to Judy Mandelman or Heather Spiegel, at resumes@promeus.ca .
Ontario Health encourages applications from candidates who are First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and urban Indigenous; Francophone; members of Black and racialized groups; 2SLGBTQIA+ communities; trans and nonbinary individuals; and people living with disabilities. Ontario Health welcomes applications from candidates across Ontario. Please note that this role follows are in office work model, requiring employees to work from a designated, approved Ontario Health location.
Ontario Health is an accessible employer, and offers accommodation in all aspects of employment, including the recruitment process.
Chief Communications and Corporate Affairs Officer
Ontario Health is implementing one of the most significant health system transformations in Canada. Created in 2019 to connect and coordinate care across the province, the agency unites world-class expertise in clinical care, digital health, quality, and system planning. Guided by its values of Integrity, Inspiration, Tenacity, Humility, and Care , Ontario Health works with partners across hospitals, community services, mental health, home care, and more to deliver better health outcomes and experiences for every Ontarian.
The Position
Ontario Health is seeking an accomplished, astute, and highly strategic executive to serve as its next Chief Communications and Corporate Affairs Officer. Reporting to the President and CEO and serving as a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Chief Communications and Corporate Affairs Officer will provide enterprise leadership for Ontario Health communications, corporate and public affairs, and stakeholder, patient, and family engagement.
This is a highly influential role at the intersection of government, health system transformation, and enterprise leadership. As a trusted advisor to the President and CEO, Board Chair, and senior leaders, the Chief Communications and Corporate Affairs Officer will help shape Ontario Health’s strategic positioning, reputation, and relationships with government and the health system.
A central priority will be maintaining strong relationships with Ministers’ offices, Ministry leadership, and other senior government decision makers. The Chief Communications and Corporate Affairs Officer will bring executive judgment, anticipate emerging issues and sensitivities, and ensure Ontario Health remains closely aligned with government priorities and expectations.
The Chief Communications and Corporate Affairs Officer will also position communications as a driver and enabler of the Ontario Health strategic agenda. Through proactive planning and a clear cadence of communications, they will help ensure Ontario Health has a compelling story to share about its priorities, progress, and impact, both within the organization and with external stakeholders. The Communications and Corporate Affairs portfolio includes internal and external communications, media and issues management, digital communications, brand and reputation, and stakeholder, patient, and family engagement.
This is not simply a communications leadership role. It is an enterprise role for an executive who can navigate complexity, influence at the highest levels, and help advance Ontario Health’s mandate across government and the health system.
The Person
The ideal candidate is an accomplished senior executive with significant leadership experience in communications, corporate affairs, or public affairs within government, the broader public sector, health care, or another complex and highly visible environment.
They bring deep experience working with elected officials and their teams, senior public servants, Boards, CEOs, and executive teams. They are recognized for sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to anticipate issues, navigate complex government environments, and build trust with senior decision makers.
An exceptional communicator and relationship builder, they can translate complex issues into compelling messages, build trust across diverse stakeholders, and operate effectively within a Crown agency environment. They combine strategic thinking with sound judgment and pragmatism and bring breadth and versatility to contribute beyond the traditional boundaries of a communications portfolio.
To confidentially explore this opportunity, please email your resume, quoting the appropriate position title, to Judy Mandelman or Heather Spiegel, at resumes@promeus.ca .
Ontario Health encourages applications from candidates who are First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and urban Indigenous; Francophone; members of Black and racialized groups; 2SLGBTQIA+ communities; trans and nonbinary individuals; and people living with disabilities. Ontario Health welcomes applications from candidates across Ontario. Please note that this role follows are in office work model, requiring employees to work from a designated, approved Ontario Health location.
Ontario Health is an accessible employer, and offers accommodation in all aspects of employment, including the recruitment process.
Mirams Becker Inc.
Who We Are
Mackenzie Health is leading the development of the Mackenzie Health Academic Family Health Team (MH AFHT) , a new primary care clinic, based on an interprofessional team model, serving Western York Region. The MH AFHT will improve access to comprehensive, team-based primary care, advance patient attachment, and support education, research and innovation in partnership with the Western York Region Ontario Health Team (WYR OHT) and academic partners.
Approved by the Government of Ontario in July 2026 and expected to begin welcoming patients in January 2027, the MH AFHT represents an important investment in the future of primary care for the rapidly growing communities of Vaughan, Richmond Hill and King. Currently, fewer than seven per cent of residents in Western York Region have access to team-based primary care, creating a significant opportunity to expand access and build stronger connections across the continuum of care.
The MH AFHT will bring together family physicians and allied health professionals, including social workers, dietitians, physiotherapists and others, to provide coordinated care that responds to patients' health and social needs. An integrated electronic medical record and shared digital tools will help connect information across care settings, strengthening collaboration, continuity of care and the experience of patients and caregivers.
With a strong academic mandate, the MH AFHT will also serve as a teaching clinic affiliated with the future York University School of Medicine, helping to educate the next generation of family physicians while advancing research, innovation and new approaches to integrated primary care.
Together with Mackenzie Health, the WYR OHT and its community and academic partners, the MH AFHT has an opportunity to build a new model of accessible, connected and innovative primary care for one of Ontario's fastest-growing regions.
Position Summary
As the inaugural Executive Director, you will have a unique opportunity to build a new academic primary care organization from the ground up and establish the foundation for its long-term success.
Reporting to the MH AFHT Board of Directors, you will bring innovative thinking, a broad health system perspective and an entrepreneurial approach to shaping the organization, its culture and its model of care. You will translate an ambitious vision into action, building the team, infrastructure, partnerships and operating environment required to launch and grow the MH AFHT.
Central to your success will be your ability to build trusted relationships across a complex and evolving health system. You will forge strong partnerships with physicians, Mackenzie Health, the Western York Region Ontario Health Team, community organizations and system partners, while developing an important academic relationship with York University and its future School of Medicine.
This is a rare opportunity for a collaborative and forward-thinking leader to create something new: establishing an organization designed to expand access to team-based primary care, strengthen integration across the health system, and advance education, research and innovation for the communities of Western York Region.
Key Responsibilities
Provide overall leadership for the start‑up and implementation of the MH AFHT, including clinic launch and phased expansion
Operationalize the AFHT’s strategic priorities in alignment with Ontario Health, the WYR OHT, and Mackenzie Health
Support and work closely with the Board of Directors, including reporting, performance oversight, and risk management
Oversee clinical operations and ensure delivery of high‑quality, team‑based, patient‑centred care
Lead workforce planning, recruitment, onboarding, and retention of physicians, interprofessional staff, and administrative teams
Build and maintain strong partnerships with Mackenzie Health, OHT partners, academic institutions, and community organizations
Oversee financial management, accountability, and reporting in accordance with funding agreements and governance requirements
Qualifications
Senior leadership experience in primary care, community health, or integrated health systems
Strong understanding of Ontario’s primary care landscape, including Family Health Teams, IPCTs, and Ontario Health Teams
Demonstrated experience leading complex, multi‑stakeholder initiatives or start‑up environments
Proven ability to work effectively with physicians, boards, and interprofessional teams
Graduate degree in health administration, public health, business administration, or a related field preferred
Why Join Us
At Mackenzie Health, we are committed to advancing accessible, equitable, and innovative care. The MH AFHT offers a rare opportunity to lead a new academic primary care organization with strong system, hospital, and community partnerships.
Apply
To express interest in this opportunity , please submit your cover letter and resume, in confidence, to https://miramsbecker.com/executive-director-mackenzie-health-academic-family-health-team . For additional information, please contact Sarah Adams at sarah@miramsbecker.com .
Artificial Intelligence (AI) will not be used in the evaluation or assessment of candidates. This is a newly created position. Salary: $98,000 - $130,000.
Other Opportunities
The MH AFHT is building its inaugural leadership and governance teams. In addition to the Executive Director, we are currently seeking four founding Board Directors and an Office Manager to help establish the organization and shape its future.
Learn more about these opportunities:
Board Directors: https://miramsbecker.com/board-directors-mackenzie-health-academic-family-health-team
Office Manager: https://miramsbecker.com/office-manager-mackenzie-health-academic-family-health-team
Mackenzie Health Academic Family Health Team and Mirams Becker Inc. are equal-opportunity employers committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. We respect, encourage, and celebrate diversity. We are committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Who We Are
Mackenzie Health is leading the development of the Mackenzie Health Academic Family Health Team (MH AFHT) , a new primary care clinic, based on an interprofessional team model, serving Western York Region. The MH AFHT will improve access to comprehensive, team-based primary care, advance patient attachment, and support education, research and innovation in partnership with the Western York Region Ontario Health Team (WYR OHT) and academic partners.
Approved by the Government of Ontario in July 2026 and expected to begin welcoming patients in January 2027, the MH AFHT represents an important investment in the future of primary care for the rapidly growing communities of Vaughan, Richmond Hill and King. Currently, fewer than seven per cent of residents in Western York Region have access to team-based primary care, creating a significant opportunity to expand access and build stronger connections across the continuum of care.
The MH AFHT will bring together family physicians and allied health professionals, including social workers, dietitians, physiotherapists and others, to provide coordinated care that responds to patients' health and social needs. An integrated electronic medical record and shared digital tools will help connect information across care settings, strengthening collaboration, continuity of care and the experience of patients and caregivers.
With a strong academic mandate, the MH AFHT will also serve as a teaching clinic affiliated with the future York University School of Medicine, helping to educate the next generation of family physicians while advancing research, innovation and new approaches to integrated primary care.
Together with Mackenzie Health, the WYR OHT and its community and academic partners, the MH AFHT has an opportunity to build a new model of accessible, connected and innovative primary care for one of Ontario's fastest-growing regions.
Position Summary
As the inaugural Executive Director, you will have a unique opportunity to build a new academic primary care organization from the ground up and establish the foundation for its long-term success.
Reporting to the MH AFHT Board of Directors, you will bring innovative thinking, a broad health system perspective and an entrepreneurial approach to shaping the organization, its culture and its model of care. You will translate an ambitious vision into action, building the team, infrastructure, partnerships and operating environment required to launch and grow the MH AFHT.
Central to your success will be your ability to build trusted relationships across a complex and evolving health system. You will forge strong partnerships with physicians, Mackenzie Health, the Western York Region Ontario Health Team, community organizations and system partners, while developing an important academic relationship with York University and its future School of Medicine.
This is a rare opportunity for a collaborative and forward-thinking leader to create something new: establishing an organization designed to expand access to team-based primary care, strengthen integration across the health system, and advance education, research and innovation for the communities of Western York Region.
Key Responsibilities
Provide overall leadership for the start‑up and implementation of the MH AFHT, including clinic launch and phased expansion
Operationalize the AFHT’s strategic priorities in alignment with Ontario Health, the WYR OHT, and Mackenzie Health
Support and work closely with the Board of Directors, including reporting, performance oversight, and risk management
Oversee clinical operations and ensure delivery of high‑quality, team‑based, patient‑centred care
Lead workforce planning, recruitment, onboarding, and retention of physicians, interprofessional staff, and administrative teams
Build and maintain strong partnerships with Mackenzie Health, OHT partners, academic institutions, and community organizations
Oversee financial management, accountability, and reporting in accordance with funding agreements and governance requirements
Qualifications
Senior leadership experience in primary care, community health, or integrated health systems
Strong understanding of Ontario’s primary care landscape, including Family Health Teams, IPCTs, and Ontario Health Teams
Demonstrated experience leading complex, multi‑stakeholder initiatives or start‑up environments
Proven ability to work effectively with physicians, boards, and interprofessional teams
Graduate degree in health administration, public health, business administration, or a related field preferred
Why Join Us
At Mackenzie Health, we are committed to advancing accessible, equitable, and innovative care. The MH AFHT offers a rare opportunity to lead a new academic primary care organization with strong system, hospital, and community partnerships.
Apply
To express interest in this opportunity , please submit your cover letter and resume, in confidence, to https://miramsbecker.com/executive-director-mackenzie-health-academic-family-health-team . For additional information, please contact Sarah Adams at sarah@miramsbecker.com .
Artificial Intelligence (AI) will not be used in the evaluation or assessment of candidates. This is a newly created position. Salary: $98,000 - $130,000.
Other Opportunities
The MH AFHT is building its inaugural leadership and governance teams. In addition to the Executive Director, we are currently seeking four founding Board Directors and an Office Manager to help establish the organization and shape its future.
Learn more about these opportunities:
Board Directors: https://miramsbecker.com/board-directors-mackenzie-health-academic-family-health-team
Office Manager: https://miramsbecker.com/office-manager-mackenzie-health-academic-family-health-team
Mackenzie Health Academic Family Health Team and Mirams Becker Inc. are equal-opportunity employers committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. We respect, encourage, and celebrate diversity. We are committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.