College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA)
Chief Executive Officer & Registrar
Location: Edmonton (Hybrid)
The College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA) is the regulatory college responsible for protecting the public interest by supporting safe, competent and ethical nursing care across Alberta. Operating under the Health Professions Act, CRNA maintains the register of regulated members, establishes and enforces professional standards, and provides regulatory guidance to registrants. Guided by its vision of excellence in nursing regulation for the health of all Albertans, the College applies a Right-touch approach that is proportionate, targeted, accountable, consistent, transparent and agile. Its strategic direction emphasizes progressive culture, collaborative partnerships, responsible fiscal stewardship and organizational excellence, supported by an ongoing commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility.
Why This Role Matters
Reporting to Council, the Chief Executive Officer and Registrar will provide the strategic, regulatory, operational and cultural leadership required to advance CRNA’s public protection mandate. With a strong emphasis on systems-level thinking and future-focused leadership, the CEO and Registrar will help position CRNA to respond proactively to emerging trends in healthcare, regulation, workforce planning, technology and data-driven decision-making.
As the organization’s senior executive and Registrar, the CEO will:
Exercise statutory authority, translate Council’s direction into integrated organizational priorities;
Ensure that regulatory programs and decisions are lawful, evidence-informed, procedurally fair and responsive to emerging risk;
Build a constructive governance partnership with Council;
Lead and develop a cohesive Senior Leadership Team;
Advance organizational performance and stewardship;
Represent CRNA credibly with government, registrants, employers, educators, regulatory partners and the public;
Foster communication, transparency and trust between administration and Council.
Who CRNA is Looking For
The ideal candidate is an accomplished executive with progressive senior leadership experience in professional regulation, healthcare, the public sector or another comparably complex environment. They will bring both strategic vision and practical credibility, ideally having first-hand experience delivering care or leading within complex healthcare environments and understanding the realities faced daily by regulated professionals. Eligible for nursing licensure in Alberta, this next leader will bring sophisticated knowledge of governance, administrative law, public-interest decision-making and the province’s health system, complemented by the strategic perspective to recognize connections across legislative, regulatory, workforce and organizational issues. Technology and data savvy, the ideal candidate will be comfortable leveraging analytics, evidence and emerging innovations to enhance regulatory effectiveness and organizational performance. A principled and politically astute relationship builder, this leader will ensure best practices inside of the organization and provide Council with candid and balanced advice, exercise sound risk-based judgment and communicate sensitive matters with clarity and credibility. They will be highly effective in managing complex stakeholder relationships provincially and nationally, synthesizing diverse perspectives into clear strategic direction. They will also be a courageous and inclusive people leader who develops organizational capacity, creates shared accountability and enables employees to challenge assumptions and pursue continual improvement.
This is a compelling opportunity to lead a consequential public-interest organization at a time of continued evolution in nursing practice, healthcare delivery and professional regulation. Based in Edmonton, the incoming CEO and Registrar will have the mandate to advance modern Right-touch regulation, strengthen public confidence and translate CRNA’s strategic and EDIA commitments into measurable action. For a forward-looking executive motivated by regulatory excellence, organizational transformation and meaningful system-level impact, the role offers the opportunity to help shape the future of nursing regulation and contribute to the health and well-being of Albertans.
To explore this opportunity further, please click Apply .
We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Please note that we will only be in contact with those individuals moving forward with our client.
Sep 29, 2026
Full time
College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA)
Chief Executive Officer & Registrar
Location: Edmonton (Hybrid)
The College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA) is the regulatory college responsible for protecting the public interest by supporting safe, competent and ethical nursing care across Alberta. Operating under the Health Professions Act, CRNA maintains the register of regulated members, establishes and enforces professional standards, and provides regulatory guidance to registrants. Guided by its vision of excellence in nursing regulation for the health of all Albertans, the College applies a Right-touch approach that is proportionate, targeted, accountable, consistent, transparent and agile. Its strategic direction emphasizes progressive culture, collaborative partnerships, responsible fiscal stewardship and organizational excellence, supported by an ongoing commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility.
Why This Role Matters
Reporting to Council, the Chief Executive Officer and Registrar will provide the strategic, regulatory, operational and cultural leadership required to advance CRNA’s public protection mandate. With a strong emphasis on systems-level thinking and future-focused leadership, the CEO and Registrar will help position CRNA to respond proactively to emerging trends in healthcare, regulation, workforce planning, technology and data-driven decision-making.
As the organization’s senior executive and Registrar, the CEO will:
Exercise statutory authority, translate Council’s direction into integrated organizational priorities;
Ensure that regulatory programs and decisions are lawful, evidence-informed, procedurally fair and responsive to emerging risk;
Build a constructive governance partnership with Council;
Lead and develop a cohesive Senior Leadership Team;
Advance organizational performance and stewardship;
Represent CRNA credibly with government, registrants, employers, educators, regulatory partners and the public;
Foster communication, transparency and trust between administration and Council.
Who CRNA is Looking For
The ideal candidate is an accomplished executive with progressive senior leadership experience in professional regulation, healthcare, the public sector or another comparably complex environment. They will bring both strategic vision and practical credibility, ideally having first-hand experience delivering care or leading within complex healthcare environments and understanding the realities faced daily by regulated professionals. Eligible for nursing licensure in Alberta, this next leader will bring sophisticated knowledge of governance, administrative law, public-interest decision-making and the province’s health system, complemented by the strategic perspective to recognize connections across legislative, regulatory, workforce and organizational issues. Technology and data savvy, the ideal candidate will be comfortable leveraging analytics, evidence and emerging innovations to enhance regulatory effectiveness and organizational performance. A principled and politically astute relationship builder, this leader will ensure best practices inside of the organization and provide Council with candid and balanced advice, exercise sound risk-based judgment and communicate sensitive matters with clarity and credibility. They will be highly effective in managing complex stakeholder relationships provincially and nationally, synthesizing diverse perspectives into clear strategic direction. They will also be a courageous and inclusive people leader who develops organizational capacity, creates shared accountability and enables employees to challenge assumptions and pursue continual improvement.
This is a compelling opportunity to lead a consequential public-interest organization at a time of continued evolution in nursing practice, healthcare delivery and professional regulation. Based in Edmonton, the incoming CEO and Registrar will have the mandate to advance modern Right-touch regulation, strengthen public confidence and translate CRNA’s strategic and EDIA commitments into measurable action. For a forward-looking executive motivated by regulatory excellence, organizational transformation and meaningful system-level impact, the role offers the opportunity to help shape the future of nursing regulation and contribute to the health and well-being of Albertans.
To explore this opportunity further, please click Apply .
We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Please note that we will only be in contact with those individuals moving forward with our client.
PACE Independent Living (PACE) is a non-profit community support service organization that provides support services to adults with disabilities. Serving more than 350 clients across Toronto, PACE delivers services through supportive housing, attendant outreach and community-based programs, helping people with disabilities live independently and make choices about their own lives.
Grounded in the philosophy of Independent Living, PACE's vision is "Independence with dignity." Its mission is to provide specialized services that support adults with physical disabilities and neurological conditions to thrive in their community. Client choice and self-determination are at the heart of PACE's work and its commitment to supporting people to live the lives they choose.
An accredited organization with a longstanding commitment to quality, safety and continuous improvement, PACE works collaboratively with clients, employees, funders and community and health system partners to respond to evolving needs and strengthen services for people with disabilities.
The Opportunity
PACE is seeking an accomplished and values-driven Chief Executive Officer to lead the organization through its next chapter of growth, transformation and impact.
Building on a strong organizational foundation, the incoming CEO joins PACE at an important point in its evolution. The organization is approximately one year into an ambitious long-term strategic plan, with an immediate focus on evolving its service model, strengthening organizational culture and teamwork, modernizing technology and data, and advancing opportunities for accessible and affordable housing. At the same time, PACE is operating within an increasingly complex health and community services environment shaped by evolving client needs, workforce pressures, funding realities, government priorities and increasing opportunities for partnership and system integration.
Reporting to the Board of Directors, the CEO will provide the strategic and operational leadership required to translate PACE's long-term vision into action. They will bring an enterprise-wide perspective, strengthening organizational and leadership capacity, building greater alignment and accountability across the organization, and ensuring that strategy, resources, operations and risk are connected through disciplined execution.
This is an opportunity for an experienced executive who is energized by transformation. The next CEO will build on PACE's strengths while having the leadership courage to challenge established ways of working, advance an inclusive and accountable culture, modernize systems and processes, and prepare the organization for the opportunities and complexities ahead.
Central to the mandate will be preserving and advancing PACE's commitment to client-directed services. The CEO will understand the deeply personal nature of PACE's work and ensure that organizational decisions remain grounded in the dignity, autonomy, choice and self-determination of the people PACE serves.
The Mandate
As PACE's CEO, the successful candidate will:
Provide strategic and transformational leadership by advancing PACE's long-term strategic plan, translating priorities into measurable action, and positioning the organization to respond to changes in government policy, funding, community needs and the broader health and social services landscape.
Strengthen organizational and leadership capacity by building an aligned, collaborative and accountable leadership culture; developing enterprise-level thinking across the organization; supporting succession and leadership development; and fostering an inclusive workplace where people are empowered to contribute and perform at their best.
Drive operational excellence and modernization across a complex, multi-union organization, ensuring strong financial stewardship, workforce planning, quality and performance improvement, risk management, regulatory and funding compliance, safety and organizational resilience. The CEO will champion the modernization of technology, systems and processes to improve organizational effectiveness and client service.
Advance client-directed service and quality by ensuring PACE continues to deliver safe, accessible, equitable and responsive services that reflect the principles of independent living and the diverse needs and experiences of clients.
Build strategic partnerships and influence by maintaining trusted relationships with clients, employees, unions, government, funders, healthcare and community partners, landlords and developers, and other sector leaders. The CEO will represent and advocate for PACE externally while advancing opportunities for accessible and affordable housing and exploring partnerships, shared approaches and other opportunities that strengthen PACE's sustainability and impact.
Partner effectively with the Board by providing transparent advice and reporting on strategy, organizational performance, quality, financial stewardship and enterprise risk; ensuring effective implementation of Board-approved policies and priorities; and supporting strong governance while maintaining clear governance-management accountabilities.
The Ideal Candidate
PACE is seeking a seasoned executive leader with a demonstrated track record of leading complex organizations through change. The successful candidate will bring strong strategic judgment combined with the operational discipline to turn strategy into results. They will be comfortable making difficult decisions, establishing priorities, managing risk and bringing people together around a shared direction.
Experience within health, community support, social services or a closely related publicly funded environment will be highly valued, along with a sophisticated understanding of government, funding and system relationships. Experience leading in a multi-union environment and navigating multiple collective agreements will be particularly important.
The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience leading organizational transformation, including culture and leadership development, technology or systems modernization, and significant organizational change. They will be an accomplished relationship builder and effective communicator who can operate effectively across diverse stakeholder groups and navigate complex partnerships and negotiations.
Previous CEO experience is preferred. PACE will also consider senior executives who have effectively led an organization or significant enterprise with comparable breadth, complexity and accountability and are ready to step into the CEO role.
Above all, the next CEO will demonstrate a genuine connection to PACE's mission and respect for the principles of independent living. They will bring humility, curiosity and the ability to listen and learn from clients and the broader disability community, while providing the confidence, strategic leadership and organizational focus required to lead PACE into its next chapter.
To express interest in this opportunity, please submit your cover letter and resume, in confidence, to https://www.miramsbecker.com/opportunities/chief-executive-officer-pace-independent-living . For additional information, please contact Hayley Becker at hayley@miramsbecker.com or Natalie Woods at natalie@miramsbecker.com .
Artificial Intelligence (AI) will not be used in the evaluation or assessment of candidates. This is a permanent position to fill a vacancy.
Pace Independent Living 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.
Sep 24, 2026
Full time
PACE Independent Living (PACE) is a non-profit community support service organization that provides support services to adults with disabilities. Serving more than 350 clients across Toronto, PACE delivers services through supportive housing, attendant outreach and community-based programs, helping people with disabilities live independently and make choices about their own lives.
Grounded in the philosophy of Independent Living, PACE's vision is "Independence with dignity." Its mission is to provide specialized services that support adults with physical disabilities and neurological conditions to thrive in their community. Client choice and self-determination are at the heart of PACE's work and its commitment to supporting people to live the lives they choose.
An accredited organization with a longstanding commitment to quality, safety and continuous improvement, PACE works collaboratively with clients, employees, funders and community and health system partners to respond to evolving needs and strengthen services for people with disabilities.
The Opportunity
PACE is seeking an accomplished and values-driven Chief Executive Officer to lead the organization through its next chapter of growth, transformation and impact.
Building on a strong organizational foundation, the incoming CEO joins PACE at an important point in its evolution. The organization is approximately one year into an ambitious long-term strategic plan, with an immediate focus on evolving its service model, strengthening organizational culture and teamwork, modernizing technology and data, and advancing opportunities for accessible and affordable housing. At the same time, PACE is operating within an increasingly complex health and community services environment shaped by evolving client needs, workforce pressures, funding realities, government priorities and increasing opportunities for partnership and system integration.
Reporting to the Board of Directors, the CEO will provide the strategic and operational leadership required to translate PACE's long-term vision into action. They will bring an enterprise-wide perspective, strengthening organizational and leadership capacity, building greater alignment and accountability across the organization, and ensuring that strategy, resources, operations and risk are connected through disciplined execution.
This is an opportunity for an experienced executive who is energized by transformation. The next CEO will build on PACE's strengths while having the leadership courage to challenge established ways of working, advance an inclusive and accountable culture, modernize systems and processes, and prepare the organization for the opportunities and complexities ahead.
Central to the mandate will be preserving and advancing PACE's commitment to client-directed services. The CEO will understand the deeply personal nature of PACE's work and ensure that organizational decisions remain grounded in the dignity, autonomy, choice and self-determination of the people PACE serves.
The Mandate
As PACE's CEO, the successful candidate will:
Provide strategic and transformational leadership by advancing PACE's long-term strategic plan, translating priorities into measurable action, and positioning the organization to respond to changes in government policy, funding, community needs and the broader health and social services landscape.
Strengthen organizational and leadership capacity by building an aligned, collaborative and accountable leadership culture; developing enterprise-level thinking across the organization; supporting succession and leadership development; and fostering an inclusive workplace where people are empowered to contribute and perform at their best.
Drive operational excellence and modernization across a complex, multi-union organization, ensuring strong financial stewardship, workforce planning, quality and performance improvement, risk management, regulatory and funding compliance, safety and organizational resilience. The CEO will champion the modernization of technology, systems and processes to improve organizational effectiveness and client service.
Advance client-directed service and quality by ensuring PACE continues to deliver safe, accessible, equitable and responsive services that reflect the principles of independent living and the diverse needs and experiences of clients.
Build strategic partnerships and influence by maintaining trusted relationships with clients, employees, unions, government, funders, healthcare and community partners, landlords and developers, and other sector leaders. The CEO will represent and advocate for PACE externally while advancing opportunities for accessible and affordable housing and exploring partnerships, shared approaches and other opportunities that strengthen PACE's sustainability and impact.
Partner effectively with the Board by providing transparent advice and reporting on strategy, organizational performance, quality, financial stewardship and enterprise risk; ensuring effective implementation of Board-approved policies and priorities; and supporting strong governance while maintaining clear governance-management accountabilities.
The Ideal Candidate
PACE is seeking a seasoned executive leader with a demonstrated track record of leading complex organizations through change. The successful candidate will bring strong strategic judgment combined with the operational discipline to turn strategy into results. They will be comfortable making difficult decisions, establishing priorities, managing risk and bringing people together around a shared direction.
Experience within health, community support, social services or a closely related publicly funded environment will be highly valued, along with a sophisticated understanding of government, funding and system relationships. Experience leading in a multi-union environment and navigating multiple collective agreements will be particularly important.
The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience leading organizational transformation, including culture and leadership development, technology or systems modernization, and significant organizational change. They will be an accomplished relationship builder and effective communicator who can operate effectively across diverse stakeholder groups and navigate complex partnerships and negotiations.
Previous CEO experience is preferred. PACE will also consider senior executives who have effectively led an organization or significant enterprise with comparable breadth, complexity and accountability and are ready to step into the CEO role.
Above all, the next CEO will demonstrate a genuine connection to PACE's mission and respect for the principles of independent living. They will bring humility, curiosity and the ability to listen and learn from clients and the broader disability community, while providing the confidence, strategic leadership and organizational focus required to lead PACE into its next chapter.
To express interest in this opportunity, please submit your cover letter and resume, in confidence, to https://www.miramsbecker.com/opportunities/chief-executive-officer-pace-independent-living . For additional information, please contact Hayley Becker at hayley@miramsbecker.com or Natalie Woods at natalie@miramsbecker.com .
Artificial Intelligence (AI) will not be used in the evaluation or assessment of candidates. This is a permanent position to fill a vacancy.
Pace Independent Living 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.
The North Shore Health Network (NSHN) is a publicly funded, multi-site healthcare organization providing integrated health services to rural and remote communities across Northern Ontario. Operating three sites along the Highway 17 corridor in Blind River, Thessalon and Richards Landing-Matthews, NSHN serves a geographically dispersed catchment population of approximately 15,000 people across more than 11 communities, including Serpent River First Nation, Mississauga First Nation and Thessalon First Nation. NSHN delivers a comprehensive range of services across the continuum of care, including emergency and inpatient hospital services, long-term care, ambulatory and outpatient clinics, and community-based programs. Through a coordinated organizational structure, NSHN promotes seamless transitions between acute care, long-term care, and community services, supporting continuity of care and improved patient outcomes. The organization employs approximately 300 people across its three sites, with the majority of employees based in Blind River.
NSHN is committed to working collaboratively with Indigenous communities and healthcare partners to advance accessible, culturally safe, equitable and person-centred care throughout the region. The organization is also undertaking an organization-wide review of its infrastructure needs, including planning related to the future configuration of emergency and acute care services in Central Algoma. This work has the potential to shape NSHN's future service model and capital priorities and will require extensive engagement with communities, Indigenous partners, healthcare providers, municipalities and government.
This is an opportunity to lead North Shore Health Network at a pivotal moment and help establish a strong, stable and sustainable foundation for the future of rural healthcare across Northeast Algoma. Following a period of organizational disruption and significant system pressures, the incoming Chief Executive Officer (CEO) will be expected to bring consistent leadership, disciplined execution and a clear focus on organizational performance, while advancing NSHN’s priorities in financial sustainability, workforce stability and quality care. The CEO will also have an important opportunity to shape the future of healthcare delivery across the region through the infrastructure review and planning for the future configuration of emergency and acute care services in Central Algoma. Success will require bringing together communities and diverse stakeholders around a common direction, while building strong relationships with physicians and other healthcare providers, staff, Indigenous and community partners, municipalities, local healthcare organizations and service providers, government and the broader health system. For a leader motivated by impact, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting contribution to the sustainability of rural healthcare and to the communities NSHN serves.
The ideal candidate will be a credible and accomplished healthcare leader with experience leading complex organizations through periods of change, stabilization and transformation. They will bring strong operational and financial stewardship, a demonstrated ability to translate strategy into action, and the discipline to establish accountability, build leadership capacity and deliver against organizational commitments. Importantly, they will have a genuine understanding of and affinity for rural communities and rural healthcare – ideally through having lived, worked or developed meaningful ties in a rural setting – and will appreciate the distinct opportunities and challenges of delivering care across geographically dispersed communities. The successful candidate will be an authentic relationship builder and visible ambassador for NSHN, capable of earning trust with communities, Indigenous partners, physicians and other healthcare providers, staff, government and healthcare system partners while effectively advocating for the organization’s needs. They will lead with transparency and candour, keep the Board appropriately informed and engaged, and foster a “no surprises” relationship grounded in trust, while creating a cohesive and empowered executive team that takes collective accountability for results. Above all, they will be a collaborative, grounded and resilient leader who can bring people together around a shared direction and build confidence in NSHN’s future.
To Apply
To fill this position, North Shore Health Network has partnered with leadership advisory firm Odgers. Applications are encouraged immediately and should be submitted online at https://careers.odgers.com/en-ca/31943 . For more information, please contact Sarah Shaikh of Odgers at sarah.shaikh@odgers.com . We thank all those who express an interest, however only those chosen for further development will be contacted.
North Shore Health Network and Odgers do not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess or select applicants for a position.
Reason for Posting: Vacancy
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
North Shore Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the Accessible Canada Act, 2019 and all applicable provincial accessibility standards, upon request, accommodation will be provided by both Odgers and North Shore Health Network throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.
Odgers is deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all the work that we do. As part of our efforts to better understand our ability to reach as broad a pool of candidates as possible for our searches, our DEI team would like to encourage you to take a moment and access our Self-Declaration Form.
Sep 16, 2026
Full time
The North Shore Health Network (NSHN) is a publicly funded, multi-site healthcare organization providing integrated health services to rural and remote communities across Northern Ontario. Operating three sites along the Highway 17 corridor in Blind River, Thessalon and Richards Landing-Matthews, NSHN serves a geographically dispersed catchment population of approximately 15,000 people across more than 11 communities, including Serpent River First Nation, Mississauga First Nation and Thessalon First Nation. NSHN delivers a comprehensive range of services across the continuum of care, including emergency and inpatient hospital services, long-term care, ambulatory and outpatient clinics, and community-based programs. Through a coordinated organizational structure, NSHN promotes seamless transitions between acute care, long-term care, and community services, supporting continuity of care and improved patient outcomes. The organization employs approximately 300 people across its three sites, with the majority of employees based in Blind River.
NSHN is committed to working collaboratively with Indigenous communities and healthcare partners to advance accessible, culturally safe, equitable and person-centred care throughout the region. The organization is also undertaking an organization-wide review of its infrastructure needs, including planning related to the future configuration of emergency and acute care services in Central Algoma. This work has the potential to shape NSHN's future service model and capital priorities and will require extensive engagement with communities, Indigenous partners, healthcare providers, municipalities and government.
This is an opportunity to lead North Shore Health Network at a pivotal moment and help establish a strong, stable and sustainable foundation for the future of rural healthcare across Northeast Algoma. Following a period of organizational disruption and significant system pressures, the incoming Chief Executive Officer (CEO) will be expected to bring consistent leadership, disciplined execution and a clear focus on organizational performance, while advancing NSHN’s priorities in financial sustainability, workforce stability and quality care. The CEO will also have an important opportunity to shape the future of healthcare delivery across the region through the infrastructure review and planning for the future configuration of emergency and acute care services in Central Algoma. Success will require bringing together communities and diverse stakeholders around a common direction, while building strong relationships with physicians and other healthcare providers, staff, Indigenous and community partners, municipalities, local healthcare organizations and service providers, government and the broader health system. For a leader motivated by impact, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting contribution to the sustainability of rural healthcare and to the communities NSHN serves.
The ideal candidate will be a credible and accomplished healthcare leader with experience leading complex organizations through periods of change, stabilization and transformation. They will bring strong operational and financial stewardship, a demonstrated ability to translate strategy into action, and the discipline to establish accountability, build leadership capacity and deliver against organizational commitments. Importantly, they will have a genuine understanding of and affinity for rural communities and rural healthcare – ideally through having lived, worked or developed meaningful ties in a rural setting – and will appreciate the distinct opportunities and challenges of delivering care across geographically dispersed communities. The successful candidate will be an authentic relationship builder and visible ambassador for NSHN, capable of earning trust with communities, Indigenous partners, physicians and other healthcare providers, staff, government and healthcare system partners while effectively advocating for the organization’s needs. They will lead with transparency and candour, keep the Board appropriately informed and engaged, and foster a “no surprises” relationship grounded in trust, while creating a cohesive and empowered executive team that takes collective accountability for results. Above all, they will be a collaborative, grounded and resilient leader who can bring people together around a shared direction and build confidence in NSHN’s future.
To Apply
To fill this position, North Shore Health Network has partnered with leadership advisory firm Odgers. Applications are encouraged immediately and should be submitted online at https://careers.odgers.com/en-ca/31943 . For more information, please contact Sarah Shaikh of Odgers at sarah.shaikh@odgers.com . We thank all those who express an interest, however only those chosen for further development will be contacted.
North Shore Health Network and Odgers do not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess or select applicants for a position.
Reason for Posting: Vacancy
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
North Shore Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the Accessible Canada Act, 2019 and all applicable provincial accessibility standards, upon request, accommodation will be provided by both Odgers and North Shore Health Network throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.
Odgers is deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all the work that we do. As part of our efforts to better understand our ability to reach as broad a pool of candidates as possible for our searches, our DEI team would like to encourage you to take a moment and access our Self-Declaration Form.
President and Chief Executive Officer
Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN) is one of Ontario’s largest community-based health systems, serving one of Ontario's fastest-growing and most diverse communities. Formed through the voluntary integration of Grand River Hospital and St. Mary's General Hospital, WRHN provides a broad range of acute, specialized, regional, and community services across Waterloo Wellington and beyond. With approximately 900 beds and 8,500 staff, physicians, and volunteers, an annual operating budget approaching $1 billion, and regional programs serving approximately 10% of Ontario’s population, WRHN is home to major regional programs in cancer, cardiac care, renal care, stroke, mental health and addictions, and other specialized services. As the organization continues to come together as One WRHN, it does so in a region distinguished by an exceptional academic, research, and technology ecosystem, creating opportunities to explore new approaches to care and health system improvement.
The Position
Reporting to the Board of Directors, the President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) will lead WRHN at a pivotal time in its evolution. The CEO will have meaningful opportunity to influence and shape the future of One WRHN, bringing people together around a shared culture, purpose, and vision for what the organization can become. They will inspire confidence and optimism while maintaining an unwavering focus on quality, patient-centred care, the experiences of patients and families, and the needs and well-being of the communities WRHN serves. Working closely with a talented leadership team, staff, and physicians, the CEO will bring the focus, judgement, and leadership required to realize WRHN’s considerable potential.
Externally, the CEO will be a visible and trusted leader for WRHN. They will champion the new hospital and broader multi-site redevelopment vision, strengthen relationships with government, healthcare, and community partners, and advance WRHN's role as a collaborative regional and provincial health system leader. The CEO will also build on WRHN’s academic, research, and innovation strengths, deepening its relationship with the University of Waterloo, and other academic partners, and drawing on the region's broader ecosystem to translate possibilities into meaningful improvements in care, access, workforce experience, and health system performance.
The Person
The successful candidate will be an accomplished healthcare executive with significant experience leading complex organizations through transformation, growth, and change. They will bring a sophisticated understanding of healthcare delivery and Ontario's publicly funded health system, together with strong business, financial, and operational acumen. Strategic, curious, and future-focused, they will be energized by the potential to do things differently, open to fresh ideas and meaningful partnerships, and willing to look beyond conventional approaches to healthcare. They will translate vision into progress, empower a strong leadership team, and draw on the expertise, creativity, and ideas of others. Authentic, compassionate, inclusive, and highly collaborative, they will listen well, build trust, and value diverse perspectives. Visible and approachable, they will invest time in WRHN's people and communities, bringing the emotional intelligence and empathy to understand their experiences and the ability to engage, energize, and bring people with them as WRHN continues to evolve.
To confidentially explore this opportunity, please email your resume, quoting the appropriate position title, to Judy Mandelman or Heather Spiegel, at resumes@promeus.ca .
WRHN and Promeus Inc. are committed to creating an inclusive environment that reflects the diversity of the communities served. We welcome applications from women, racialized persons, people with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, and 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals.
Sep 08, 2026
Full time
President and Chief Executive Officer
Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN) is one of Ontario’s largest community-based health systems, serving one of Ontario's fastest-growing and most diverse communities. Formed through the voluntary integration of Grand River Hospital and St. Mary's General Hospital, WRHN provides a broad range of acute, specialized, regional, and community services across Waterloo Wellington and beyond. With approximately 900 beds and 8,500 staff, physicians, and volunteers, an annual operating budget approaching $1 billion, and regional programs serving approximately 10% of Ontario’s population, WRHN is home to major regional programs in cancer, cardiac care, renal care, stroke, mental health and addictions, and other specialized services. As the organization continues to come together as One WRHN, it does so in a region distinguished by an exceptional academic, research, and technology ecosystem, creating opportunities to explore new approaches to care and health system improvement.
The Position
Reporting to the Board of Directors, the President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) will lead WRHN at a pivotal time in its evolution. The CEO will have meaningful opportunity to influence and shape the future of One WRHN, bringing people together around a shared culture, purpose, and vision for what the organization can become. They will inspire confidence and optimism while maintaining an unwavering focus on quality, patient-centred care, the experiences of patients and families, and the needs and well-being of the communities WRHN serves. Working closely with a talented leadership team, staff, and physicians, the CEO will bring the focus, judgement, and leadership required to realize WRHN’s considerable potential.
Externally, the CEO will be a visible and trusted leader for WRHN. They will champion the new hospital and broader multi-site redevelopment vision, strengthen relationships with government, healthcare, and community partners, and advance WRHN's role as a collaborative regional and provincial health system leader. The CEO will also build on WRHN’s academic, research, and innovation strengths, deepening its relationship with the University of Waterloo, and other academic partners, and drawing on the region's broader ecosystem to translate possibilities into meaningful improvements in care, access, workforce experience, and health system performance.
The Person
The successful candidate will be an accomplished healthcare executive with significant experience leading complex organizations through transformation, growth, and change. They will bring a sophisticated understanding of healthcare delivery and Ontario's publicly funded health system, together with strong business, financial, and operational acumen. Strategic, curious, and future-focused, they will be energized by the potential to do things differently, open to fresh ideas and meaningful partnerships, and willing to look beyond conventional approaches to healthcare. They will translate vision into progress, empower a strong leadership team, and draw on the expertise, creativity, and ideas of others. Authentic, compassionate, inclusive, and highly collaborative, they will listen well, build trust, and value diverse perspectives. Visible and approachable, they will invest time in WRHN's people and communities, bringing the emotional intelligence and empathy to understand their experiences and the ability to engage, energize, and bring people with them as WRHN continues to evolve.
To confidentially explore this opportunity, please email your resume, quoting the appropriate position title, to Judy Mandelman or Heather Spiegel, at resumes@promeus.ca .
WRHN and Promeus Inc. are committed to creating an inclusive environment that reflects the diversity of the communities served. We welcome applications from women, racialized persons, people with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, and 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals.