Chief and Medical Director, Surgery
Oak Valley Health (OVH), formerly Markham Stouffville Hospital, is one of Ontario’s leading community healthcare organizations, recognized for excellence in progressive, patient-centred care. OVH serves one of the province’s fastest growing and most diverse communities and provides care to more than 480,000 patients annually across multiple sites, including Markham Stouffville Hospital, Uxbridge Hospital, the Reactivation Care Centre, and two community health clinics. With a strong foundation in quality, safety, and patient experience, OVH continues to advance integrated and innovative models of care.
The Department of Surgery supports a broad and growing surgical program, delivering comprehensive services across eight operating rooms and approximately 18,000 procedures annually. The department comprises a collegial group of more than 40 surgeons and physicians representing a full range of surgical specialties and plays a central role in advancing ambulatory surgery, oncology, orthopaedics, and regional surgical care. With continued growth in surgical volumes and complexity, the department is well positioned to expand innovative models of care, advance quality and academic initiatives, and support ongoing program development across one of Ontario’s fastest growing communities.
The Position
Reporting to the Chief of Staff and Vice President, Medical Operations, the Chief and Medical Director, Surgery provides clinical, professional, operational, and strategic leadership for the department and broader surgical program. Working within a shared leadership model, the role partners closely with clinical and administrative leaders to support high standards of quality and patient safety, effective medical staff oversight, and alignment with organizational priorities.
At a time of significant growth and transformation, the Chief and Medical Director will play a key role in strengthening departmental culture, enhancing physician engagement, and advancing a cohesive vision for the future of surgical services at Oak Valley Health. The role will support continued program expansion, increasing surgical volumes and complexity, and ongoing collaboration across perioperative services to ensure coordinated, high-performing care delivery.
Key priorities will include advancing quality and patient safety, supporting recruitment and development of physicians, strengthening collaboration with surgical and clinical partners, and contributing to the organization’s academic, education, research, and innovation agenda.
Experience
The successful candidate will be an experienced, inclusive, and visionary leader, with experience in medical leadership, clinical practice, strategy, and operations. Recognized as an effective change leader, they have demonstrated their ability to engage teams, navigate complexity, and lead change within a dynamic healthcare environment. The successful candidate is a physician licensed by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario or eligible for licensure, with certification in a surgical specialty, as recognized by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, or equivalent certification. To confidentially explore this opportunity, please email your CV, quoting the appropriate position title, to Judy Mandelman or Heather Spiegel at resumes@promeus.ca .
OVH and Promeus Inc. are committed to building an intentionally inclusive environment that engages, supports, and advances equity in the workplace and in the communities served. We welcome applications from women, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, people with disabilities, and individuals from 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.
May 11, 2026
Full time
Chief and Medical Director, Surgery
Oak Valley Health (OVH), formerly Markham Stouffville Hospital, is one of Ontario’s leading community healthcare organizations, recognized for excellence in progressive, patient-centred care. OVH serves one of the province’s fastest growing and most diverse communities and provides care to more than 480,000 patients annually across multiple sites, including Markham Stouffville Hospital, Uxbridge Hospital, the Reactivation Care Centre, and two community health clinics. With a strong foundation in quality, safety, and patient experience, OVH continues to advance integrated and innovative models of care.
The Department of Surgery supports a broad and growing surgical program, delivering comprehensive services across eight operating rooms and approximately 18,000 procedures annually. The department comprises a collegial group of more than 40 surgeons and physicians representing a full range of surgical specialties and plays a central role in advancing ambulatory surgery, oncology, orthopaedics, and regional surgical care. With continued growth in surgical volumes and complexity, the department is well positioned to expand innovative models of care, advance quality and academic initiatives, and support ongoing program development across one of Ontario’s fastest growing communities.
The Position
Reporting to the Chief of Staff and Vice President, Medical Operations, the Chief and Medical Director, Surgery provides clinical, professional, operational, and strategic leadership for the department and broader surgical program. Working within a shared leadership model, the role partners closely with clinical and administrative leaders to support high standards of quality and patient safety, effective medical staff oversight, and alignment with organizational priorities.
At a time of significant growth and transformation, the Chief and Medical Director will play a key role in strengthening departmental culture, enhancing physician engagement, and advancing a cohesive vision for the future of surgical services at Oak Valley Health. The role will support continued program expansion, increasing surgical volumes and complexity, and ongoing collaboration across perioperative services to ensure coordinated, high-performing care delivery.
Key priorities will include advancing quality and patient safety, supporting recruitment and development of physicians, strengthening collaboration with surgical and clinical partners, and contributing to the organization’s academic, education, research, and innovation agenda.
Experience
The successful candidate will be an experienced, inclusive, and visionary leader, with experience in medical leadership, clinical practice, strategy, and operations. Recognized as an effective change leader, they have demonstrated their ability to engage teams, navigate complexity, and lead change within a dynamic healthcare environment. The successful candidate is a physician licensed by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario or eligible for licensure, with certification in a surgical specialty, as recognized by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, or equivalent certification. To confidentially explore this opportunity, please email your CV, quoting the appropriate position title, to Judy Mandelman or Heather Spiegel at resumes@promeus.ca .
OVH and Promeus Inc. are committed to building an intentionally inclusive environment that engages, supports, and advances equity in the workplace and in the communities served. We welcome applications from women, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, people with disabilities, and individuals from 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.
Chief and Medical Director, Anaesthesia
Oak Valley Health (OVH), formerly Markham Stouffville Hospital, is one of Ontario’s leading community healthcare organizations, recognized for excellence in progressive, patient-centred care. OVH serves one of the province’s fastest growing and most diverse communities and provides care to more than 480,000 patients annually across multiple sites, including Markham Stouffville Hospital, Uxbridge Hospital, the Reactivation Care Centre, and two community health clinics. With a strong foundation in quality, safety, and patient experience, OVH continues to advance integrated and innovative models of care.
The Department of Anaesthesia supports a broad and growing surgical program, delivering comprehensive services across eight operating rooms and approximately 18,000 procedures annually. The department is a collegial group of physicians spanning a wide range of specialties and plays a central role in perioperative care, obstetrics, and procedural services, with opportunities to further enhance team-based models, expand services, and advance education and academic partnerships.
The Position
Reporting to the Chief of Staff and Vice President, Medical Operations, the Chief and Medical Director, Anaesthesia provides clinical, professional, operational, and strategic leadership for the department and broader surgical program. Working within a shared leadership model, the role partners closely with clinical and administrative leaders to ensure high standards of quality and patient safety, effective medical staff oversight, and alignment with organizational priorities.
At a time of significant growth and transformation, the Chief and Medical Director will play a key role in strengthening team culture, enhancing physician engagement, and advancing a cohesive vision for the Department. The role will support continued program development and increasing surgical volumes, while reinforcing collaboration across perioperative services and contributing to a coordinated, high-performing perioperative program.
Key priorities will include advancing quality and patient safety, supporting recruitment and development of physicians, strengthening collaboration with surgical and clinical partners, and contributing to the organization’s academic, education, research, and innovation agenda.
Experience
The successful candidate will be an experienced, inclusive, and visionary leader, with experience in medical leadership, clinical practice, strategy, and operations. Recognized as an effective change leader, they have demonstrated their ability to engage teams, navigate complexity, and lead change within a dynamic healthcare environment. The successful candidate is a physician licensed by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario or eligible for licensure, with certification in an anaesthesia specialty, as recognized by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, or equivalent certification. To confidentially explore this opportunity, please email your CV, quoting the appropriate position title, to Judy Mandelman or Heather Spiegel at esumes@promeus.ca .
OVH and Promeus Inc. are committed to building an intentionally inclusive environment that engages, supports, and advances equity in the workplace and in the communities served. We welcome applications from women, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, people with disabilities, and individuals from 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.
May 11, 2026
Full time
Chief and Medical Director, Anaesthesia
Oak Valley Health (OVH), formerly Markham Stouffville Hospital, is one of Ontario’s leading community healthcare organizations, recognized for excellence in progressive, patient-centred care. OVH serves one of the province’s fastest growing and most diverse communities and provides care to more than 480,000 patients annually across multiple sites, including Markham Stouffville Hospital, Uxbridge Hospital, the Reactivation Care Centre, and two community health clinics. With a strong foundation in quality, safety, and patient experience, OVH continues to advance integrated and innovative models of care.
The Department of Anaesthesia supports a broad and growing surgical program, delivering comprehensive services across eight operating rooms and approximately 18,000 procedures annually. The department is a collegial group of physicians spanning a wide range of specialties and plays a central role in perioperative care, obstetrics, and procedural services, with opportunities to further enhance team-based models, expand services, and advance education and academic partnerships.
The Position
Reporting to the Chief of Staff and Vice President, Medical Operations, the Chief and Medical Director, Anaesthesia provides clinical, professional, operational, and strategic leadership for the department and broader surgical program. Working within a shared leadership model, the role partners closely with clinical and administrative leaders to ensure high standards of quality and patient safety, effective medical staff oversight, and alignment with organizational priorities.
At a time of significant growth and transformation, the Chief and Medical Director will play a key role in strengthening team culture, enhancing physician engagement, and advancing a cohesive vision for the Department. The role will support continued program development and increasing surgical volumes, while reinforcing collaboration across perioperative services and contributing to a coordinated, high-performing perioperative program.
Key priorities will include advancing quality and patient safety, supporting recruitment and development of physicians, strengthening collaboration with surgical and clinical partners, and contributing to the organization’s academic, education, research, and innovation agenda.
Experience
The successful candidate will be an experienced, inclusive, and visionary leader, with experience in medical leadership, clinical practice, strategy, and operations. Recognized as an effective change leader, they have demonstrated their ability to engage teams, navigate complexity, and lead change within a dynamic healthcare environment. The successful candidate is a physician licensed by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario or eligible for licensure, with certification in an anaesthesia specialty, as recognized by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, or equivalent certification. To confidentially explore this opportunity, please email your CV, quoting the appropriate position title, to Judy Mandelman or Heather Spiegel at esumes@promeus.ca .
OVH and Promeus Inc. are committed to building an intentionally inclusive environment that engages, supports, and advances equity in the workplace and in the communities served. We welcome applications from women, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, people with disabilities, and individuals from 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.
Overview
The Chief of the Department has the primary responsibility for organizing and overseeing the medical care within the Anesthesia Department, including physician credentialing and privileges, individual performance evaluation and discipline. The Chief of Department position will be open to active medical staff members within the Anesthesia department.
The Chief will also be expected to maintain a clinical practice in Anesthesia at WRHN.
Position Summary and Accountabilities
This is a senior medical position in the Department of Anesthesia. The position will be appointed by the Board of Directors of Waterloo Regional Health Network. The Chief of the Department, through the Chief of Staff, is responsible to the Board for the quality of medical care provided to patients by the members of the Department.
The Chief of the Department is accountable to the Chief of Staff as well as to the Board of Directors of Waterloo Regional Health Network.
The Chief of the Department will:
Be a member of the Joint Medical Advisory Committee (MAC) and its’ subcommittees as required.
Hold at least ten (10) monthly departmental meetings in each year and ensure minutes are made available to the MAC through the Chief of Staff.
Fulfill the functions and responsibilities in a manner that is consistent with the principles and expectations described within the Public Hospitals Act and the Hospital’s Bylaws.
Act in a manner consistent with the mission and values of the hospital.
Provide leadership to the members of the department in the establishment of an interdisciplinary approach to patient-centered care.
Collaborate with the representatives of other disciplines and other medical departments to create an environment that promotes commitment to evidence based practices and improved patient outcomes.
Collaborate with the Medical Directors on matters pertaining to the overall operation of the department.
Perform such additional duties as may be outlined from time to time.
M edical Staff
Oversee and supervise the professional care provided by the medical staff within the department and advise the Chief of Staff and the President of the Hospital of any patient who is not receiving appropriate treatment and care.
Foster an environment that supports patient-focused health care and the implementation of a knowledge-based culture to support enhanced patient services.
Participate in the orientation of new medical staff.
Collaborate with the hospitals regarding physician complaints.
Participate in review of privileges and performance evaluations for departmental medical staff.
Promote and foster the academic and professional development of department members including establishing and implementing formal weekly educational rounds.
Responsible for discipline of departmental members in regard to matters of patient care, cooperation with hospital employees, and documentation of care.
Promote a work environment that facilitates the recruitment and retention of staff.
Qualifications
Member of the Active Medical Staff.
Demonstrated clinical competence and excellent judgment and maintain respect of their peers of their specialty and others.
Demonstrates an appropriate understanding of the purpose and functions of the medical staff organization and its structure.
Committed to high quality patient care.
Possess leadership ability, including objectivity, maturity, self-confidence, and a willingness to approach problems with honesty and integrity.
Quality
Along with the Chief of Staff advise the Medical Advisory Committee with respect to quality of care and patient care issues.
Ensure compliance with Hospital’s policies, objectives and rules.
Encourage the constant improvement of departmental and programmatic clinical standards and service.
Develop strategies to promote clinical efficiency and effective resource utilization within the Program.
Collaborate with the Medical Director to monitor, analyze, and evaluate aspects of quality, and risk within the Department and implement changes that promote high-quality patient outcomes through best clinical practices.
Support and collaborate with, regional and provincial emergency medical service initiatives that are consistent with the WRHN strategic direction.
Term of Office
The appointment of a Chief of a Department shall be for three (3) years. The Chief of a Department shall continue to hold office until a successor is appointed. The Board of Directors will appoint a Chief of a Department on the recommendation of the Medical Advisory Committee and the Selection Committee.
The Chief of a Department may be re-appointed to a second three (3) year term. The Board of Directors will reappoint a Chief of a Department on the recommendation of the Medical Advisory Committee, as proposed by the Chief of Staff. To inform their recommendation, the Chief of Staff will utilize the Department Chief performance evaluation process.
After the completion of two (2) consecutive terms, the position of Department Chief will be opened. Interested candidates will be interviewed by a Selection Committee, and the outgoing Department Chief is welcome to re-apply.
Performance Evaluation
The Chief of a Department will meet with the Chief of Staff to establish performance goals and key deliverables for the role based on the specific needs of the Department. They will continue to meet on an ongoing basis at mutually agreed upon times to discuss ongoing needs, concerns and progress in achieving performance goals and key deliverables.
The Chief of a Department will also meet with their direct reports ex. division leads at mutually agreed upon times to discuss performance goals and responsibilities at the division level and ways in which the Chief can help to support key objectives.
At the end of each three-year term, a 360° performance appraisal of the of a Department shall be conducted. It shall include evaluations done by the Chief of Staff, VP Medical Affairs, Clinical VP, Clinical Director, Peers and Self.
The Chief of Staff will use the feedback received through the mandated touchpoints and the performance appraisals to inform their decision on whether or not to recommend the reappointment of a Chief.
May 06, 2026
Full time
Overview
The Chief of the Department has the primary responsibility for organizing and overseeing the medical care within the Anesthesia Department, including physician credentialing and privileges, individual performance evaluation and discipline. The Chief of Department position will be open to active medical staff members within the Anesthesia department.
The Chief will also be expected to maintain a clinical practice in Anesthesia at WRHN.
Position Summary and Accountabilities
This is a senior medical position in the Department of Anesthesia. The position will be appointed by the Board of Directors of Waterloo Regional Health Network. The Chief of the Department, through the Chief of Staff, is responsible to the Board for the quality of medical care provided to patients by the members of the Department.
The Chief of the Department is accountable to the Chief of Staff as well as to the Board of Directors of Waterloo Regional Health Network.
The Chief of the Department will:
Be a member of the Joint Medical Advisory Committee (MAC) and its’ subcommittees as required.
Hold at least ten (10) monthly departmental meetings in each year and ensure minutes are made available to the MAC through the Chief of Staff.
Fulfill the functions and responsibilities in a manner that is consistent with the principles and expectations described within the Public Hospitals Act and the Hospital’s Bylaws.
Act in a manner consistent with the mission and values of the hospital.
Provide leadership to the members of the department in the establishment of an interdisciplinary approach to patient-centered care.
Collaborate with the representatives of other disciplines and other medical departments to create an environment that promotes commitment to evidence based practices and improved patient outcomes.
Collaborate with the Medical Directors on matters pertaining to the overall operation of the department.
Perform such additional duties as may be outlined from time to time.
M edical Staff
Oversee and supervise the professional care provided by the medical staff within the department and advise the Chief of Staff and the President of the Hospital of any patient who is not receiving appropriate treatment and care.
Foster an environment that supports patient-focused health care and the implementation of a knowledge-based culture to support enhanced patient services.
Participate in the orientation of new medical staff.
Collaborate with the hospitals regarding physician complaints.
Participate in review of privileges and performance evaluations for departmental medical staff.
Promote and foster the academic and professional development of department members including establishing and implementing formal weekly educational rounds.
Responsible for discipline of departmental members in regard to matters of patient care, cooperation with hospital employees, and documentation of care.
Promote a work environment that facilitates the recruitment and retention of staff.
Qualifications
Member of the Active Medical Staff.
Demonstrated clinical competence and excellent judgment and maintain respect of their peers of their specialty and others.
Demonstrates an appropriate understanding of the purpose and functions of the medical staff organization and its structure.
Committed to high quality patient care.
Possess leadership ability, including objectivity, maturity, self-confidence, and a willingness to approach problems with honesty and integrity.
Quality
Along with the Chief of Staff advise the Medical Advisory Committee with respect to quality of care and patient care issues.
Ensure compliance with Hospital’s policies, objectives and rules.
Encourage the constant improvement of departmental and programmatic clinical standards and service.
Develop strategies to promote clinical efficiency and effective resource utilization within the Program.
Collaborate with the Medical Director to monitor, analyze, and evaluate aspects of quality, and risk within the Department and implement changes that promote high-quality patient outcomes through best clinical practices.
Support and collaborate with, regional and provincial emergency medical service initiatives that are consistent with the WRHN strategic direction.
Term of Office
The appointment of a Chief of a Department shall be for three (3) years. The Chief of a Department shall continue to hold office until a successor is appointed. The Board of Directors will appoint a Chief of a Department on the recommendation of the Medical Advisory Committee and the Selection Committee.
The Chief of a Department may be re-appointed to a second three (3) year term. The Board of Directors will reappoint a Chief of a Department on the recommendation of the Medical Advisory Committee, as proposed by the Chief of Staff. To inform their recommendation, the Chief of Staff will utilize the Department Chief performance evaluation process.
After the completion of two (2) consecutive terms, the position of Department Chief will be opened. Interested candidates will be interviewed by a Selection Committee, and the outgoing Department Chief is welcome to re-apply.
Performance Evaluation
The Chief of a Department will meet with the Chief of Staff to establish performance goals and key deliverables for the role based on the specific needs of the Department. They will continue to meet on an ongoing basis at mutually agreed upon times to discuss ongoing needs, concerns and progress in achieving performance goals and key deliverables.
The Chief of a Department will also meet with their direct reports ex. division leads at mutually agreed upon times to discuss performance goals and responsibilities at the division level and ways in which the Chief can help to support key objectives.
At the end of each three-year term, a 360° performance appraisal of the of a Department shall be conducted. It shall include evaluations done by the Chief of Staff, VP Medical Affairs, Clinical VP, Clinical Director, Peers and Self.
The Chief of Staff will use the feedback received through the mandated touchpoints and the performance appraisals to inform their decision on whether or not to recommend the reappointment of a Chief.
The Canadian Mental Health Association BC Division (CMHA BC) is the leading non-profit and charitable organization dedicated to promoting mental health for all. As the provincial arm of a national charity, CMHA BC develops and delivers innovative mental health initiatives while providing strategic leadership and support to our network of 13 local branches.
CMHA BC provides advocacy and resources that help to prevent mental health problems and illnesses, support recovery and resilience, and enable all British Columbians to flourish and thrive. Through workplace programs, direct support programs for youth and families, training and workshops, and advocacy and mental health promotion work, we always focus on our three strategic priorities to reach, uplift, and advance mental health for all. We also play a crucial role in system transformation through policy development, research, and government relations that drive mental health reform across BC.
CMHA BC is now recruiting a Chief Programs Officer, a newly created senior role to hold strategic oversight, direction, and accountability for implementing its program and service portfolio. The CPO is responsible for program strategy, integration, outcomes, system leadership, ensuring operational excellence and innovation across mental health and substance use initiatives throughout British Columbia. This position maintains executive-level accountability for program design, implementation, evaluation, quality assurance, and sustainable growth of CMHA BC’s distinctive and diverse provincial programs.
The CPO will have significant budget responsibilities for the majority of our $64 million budget and will lead a team of ~100 engaged and passionate staff.
Reporting directly to the CEO, Jonny Morris, the Chief Programs Officer is a core member of the Executive Leadership Team, playing a central role in shaping organizational strategy, enterprise priorities, and resource allocation. The CPO partners closely with the CEO and executive team to set the direction for CMHA BC’s program portfolio, ensuring alignment with the organization’s strategic vision while advancing innovation, integration, and system impact.
The CPO leads the translation of strategy into action across the organization, driving the implementation of CMHA BC’s priorities to reach all British Columbians throughout their lifespan, uplift the voices of people with lived and living experience, and advance the human right to our best possible mental health.
This is a tremendous new leadership opportunity to:
Lead the execution and implementation, ensuring integration of CMHA BC’s mental health programs;
Be a thought partner and creative contributor to a thriving and dynamic leadership team;
Provide high-level guidance and support to an exceptional team of program staff and leaders;
Develop and implement sophisticated evaluation frameworks, processes and procedures to ensure best-in-class accountability and impact reporting to our funders, clients, and partners;
Drive the integration and alignment of CMHA BC’s programs into a cohesive model of care, ensuring complementary services work together to maximize impact and system effectiveness;
Join an exceptionally passionate and mission-driven team that is making a tremendous impact in people’s lives;
Help address complex and exciting social and health issues;
Develop and expand on innovative approaches to transforming community-based mental health care.
The Chief Programs Officer is a senior executive reporting to the CEO and a key member of the Executive Leadership Team. The CPO is accountable for the strategic direction, integration, and performance of CMHA BC’s program portfolio, ensuring high-quality, innovative, and sustainable mental health and substance use services across British Columbia.
Competencies and Traits
The ideal CPO will bring:
A passion for the CMHA BC mission and goals, and a keen desire to support mental health.
A big-picture perspective with a strategic and connective mind to grasp trends and themes.
Supportive, available, and warm leadership style. Exceptionally strong change management and leadership abilities; a champion for a strong working culture and performance management skills.
Accountability and transparency rooted in open communications; attuned to multi-directional communications and iterative feedback mechanisms.
Flexible and adaptive manner and style; comfort with ambiguity, yet a desire to create clear structures and order.
A profound understanding and commitment to psychological health and safety for staff working directly with clients and people in need.
Reflection and self-awareness, the ability to own mistakes and work on themselves as a leader. A learning orientation with strong ethics and clear values.
Assertiveness and self-sufficiency, with the patience and persistence to move activities forward.
Collaboration and curiosity.
Knowledge & Skills
Distinguished leadership capabilities with demonstrated success directing large, diverse teams and developing senior management talent.
Advanced financial leadership abilities, including experience developing and managing multi-million dollar program budgets and complex funding arrangements.
Executive-level understanding of mental health and substance use systems, recovery principles, and the social determinants of health.
Sophisticated knowledge of the BC mental health and addiction system, relevant legislation, health policy, and complex funding mechanisms.
Expert knowledge of program evaluation methodologies, outcome measurement frameworks, and quality improvement systems.
Superior communication and presentation skills, including experience presenting to boards of directors, government ministers, and at high-profile conferences.
Executive-level relationship-building expertise, with proven ability to develop strategic partnerships with government officials, healthcare executives, and C-suite stakeholders.
Visionary strategic thinking, with demonstrated ability to translate complex organizational vision into executable strategies and measurable outcomes.
Advanced understanding of cultural safety, cultural humility and commitment to advancing reconciliation with Indigenous peoples.
Sophisticated understanding of peer support models and the strategic value of lived and living experience in program development, delivery, and system transformation.
How to Apply:
This search is being led by CMHA’s search partner, The Discovery Group. If you or someone you know is interested or curious, please contact Christoph Clodius, VP, at christoph@thediscoverygroup.ca . We welcome questions and enquiries.
Application Timing and Selection Process:
All submissions should be received by May 29, 2026. Please apply with a cover letter/expression of interest and resume/CV in the same document.
Early submissions and enquiries are encouraged and will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.
After applying, candidates will have the chance to share their experience and ask questions throughout the process.
Compensation & Benefits:
The CPO’s salary range is currently going through the formal approval process, and we envision a hiring range of $160,000 – 175,000. Generous benefits include extended health and dental coverage, a health savings account, membership in the Municipal Pension Plan, holidays and compensatory days off, and, in keeping with our commitment to mental health, unlimited mental health benefits.
CMHA BC offers a welcoming and supportive work environment. We promote individual access to wellness and support staff development while achieving an impact through our various initiatives for the mental health of all British Columbians.
Location:
This is a full-time permanent position, offering the flexibility of at least three days in the office. The CPO can be based in either of our two offices (downtown Vancouver or Victoria), with a strong preference for the Vancouver office.
Read the full Candidate Brief here: https://thediscoverygroup.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/CMHA-BC-CPO-Candidate-Brief.pdf
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
The Canadian Mental Health Association BC Division (CMHA BC) is the leading non-profit and charitable organization dedicated to promoting mental health for all. As the provincial arm of a national charity, CMHA BC develops and delivers innovative mental health initiatives while providing strategic leadership and support to our network of 13 local branches.
CMHA BC provides advocacy and resources that help to prevent mental health problems and illnesses, support recovery and resilience, and enable all British Columbians to flourish and thrive. Through workplace programs, direct support programs for youth and families, training and workshops, and advocacy and mental health promotion work, we always focus on our three strategic priorities to reach, uplift, and advance mental health for all. We also play a crucial role in system transformation through policy development, research, and government relations that drive mental health reform across BC.
CMHA BC is now recruiting a Chief Programs Officer, a newly created senior role to hold strategic oversight, direction, and accountability for implementing its program and service portfolio. The CPO is responsible for program strategy, integration, outcomes, system leadership, ensuring operational excellence and innovation across mental health and substance use initiatives throughout British Columbia. This position maintains executive-level accountability for program design, implementation, evaluation, quality assurance, and sustainable growth of CMHA BC’s distinctive and diverse provincial programs.
The CPO will have significant budget responsibilities for the majority of our $64 million budget and will lead a team of ~100 engaged and passionate staff.
Reporting directly to the CEO, Jonny Morris, the Chief Programs Officer is a core member of the Executive Leadership Team, playing a central role in shaping organizational strategy, enterprise priorities, and resource allocation. The CPO partners closely with the CEO and executive team to set the direction for CMHA BC’s program portfolio, ensuring alignment with the organization’s strategic vision while advancing innovation, integration, and system impact.
The CPO leads the translation of strategy into action across the organization, driving the implementation of CMHA BC’s priorities to reach all British Columbians throughout their lifespan, uplift the voices of people with lived and living experience, and advance the human right to our best possible mental health.
This is a tremendous new leadership opportunity to:
Lead the execution and implementation, ensuring integration of CMHA BC’s mental health programs;
Be a thought partner and creative contributor to a thriving and dynamic leadership team;
Provide high-level guidance and support to an exceptional team of program staff and leaders;
Develop and implement sophisticated evaluation frameworks, processes and procedures to ensure best-in-class accountability and impact reporting to our funders, clients, and partners;
Drive the integration and alignment of CMHA BC’s programs into a cohesive model of care, ensuring complementary services work together to maximize impact and system effectiveness;
Join an exceptionally passionate and mission-driven team that is making a tremendous impact in people’s lives;
Help address complex and exciting social and health issues;
Develop and expand on innovative approaches to transforming community-based mental health care.
The Chief Programs Officer is a senior executive reporting to the CEO and a key member of the Executive Leadership Team. The CPO is accountable for the strategic direction, integration, and performance of CMHA BC’s program portfolio, ensuring high-quality, innovative, and sustainable mental health and substance use services across British Columbia.
Competencies and Traits
The ideal CPO will bring:
A passion for the CMHA BC mission and goals, and a keen desire to support mental health.
A big-picture perspective with a strategic and connective mind to grasp trends and themes.
Supportive, available, and warm leadership style. Exceptionally strong change management and leadership abilities; a champion for a strong working culture and performance management skills.
Accountability and transparency rooted in open communications; attuned to multi-directional communications and iterative feedback mechanisms.
Flexible and adaptive manner and style; comfort with ambiguity, yet a desire to create clear structures and order.
A profound understanding and commitment to psychological health and safety for staff working directly with clients and people in need.
Reflection and self-awareness, the ability to own mistakes and work on themselves as a leader. A learning orientation with strong ethics and clear values.
Assertiveness and self-sufficiency, with the patience and persistence to move activities forward.
Collaboration and curiosity.
Knowledge & Skills
Distinguished leadership capabilities with demonstrated success directing large, diverse teams and developing senior management talent.
Advanced financial leadership abilities, including experience developing and managing multi-million dollar program budgets and complex funding arrangements.
Executive-level understanding of mental health and substance use systems, recovery principles, and the social determinants of health.
Sophisticated knowledge of the BC mental health and addiction system, relevant legislation, health policy, and complex funding mechanisms.
Expert knowledge of program evaluation methodologies, outcome measurement frameworks, and quality improvement systems.
Superior communication and presentation skills, including experience presenting to boards of directors, government ministers, and at high-profile conferences.
Executive-level relationship-building expertise, with proven ability to develop strategic partnerships with government officials, healthcare executives, and C-suite stakeholders.
Visionary strategic thinking, with demonstrated ability to translate complex organizational vision into executable strategies and measurable outcomes.
Advanced understanding of cultural safety, cultural humility and commitment to advancing reconciliation with Indigenous peoples.
Sophisticated understanding of peer support models and the strategic value of lived and living experience in program development, delivery, and system transformation.
How to Apply:
This search is being led by CMHA’s search partner, The Discovery Group. If you or someone you know is interested or curious, please contact Christoph Clodius, VP, at christoph@thediscoverygroup.ca . We welcome questions and enquiries.
Application Timing and Selection Process:
All submissions should be received by May 29, 2026. Please apply with a cover letter/expression of interest and resume/CV in the same document.
Early submissions and enquiries are encouraged and will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.
After applying, candidates will have the chance to share their experience and ask questions throughout the process.
Compensation & Benefits:
The CPO’s salary range is currently going through the formal approval process, and we envision a hiring range of $160,000 – 175,000. Generous benefits include extended health and dental coverage, a health savings account, membership in the Municipal Pension Plan, holidays and compensatory days off, and, in keeping with our commitment to mental health, unlimited mental health benefits.
CMHA BC offers a welcoming and supportive work environment. We promote individual access to wellness and support staff development while achieving an impact through our various initiatives for the mental health of all British Columbians.
Location:
This is a full-time permanent position, offering the flexibility of at least three days in the office. The CPO can be based in either of our two offices (downtown Vancouver or Victoria), with a strong preference for the Vancouver office.
Read the full Candidate Brief here: https://thediscoverygroup.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/CMHA-BC-CPO-Candidate-Brief.pdf
Lead the Future of Home and Community Care in Canada
For more than 125 years, VON Canada has been a trusted leader in home and community care, helping people live independently, safely, and with dignity in their homes and communities.
Through the dedication of its staff and volunteers, VON strengthens and eases the pressure on health systems, supports families and caregivers, and improves quality of life for thousands of Canadians each year. VON currently operates across Ontario and Nova Scotia, delivering nursing, personal support, home care, and community health services in more than 1,200 communities.
Today, VON is an innovator and trusted partner to governments, health system leaders, and community organizations. As demand grows and needs change, the organization is focused on practical innovation, strong operations, and care models that are integrated, patient centric, and built to last.
VON is now seeking an exceptional, caring, and high performing President & Chief Executive Officer to build on its success. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the President & CEO will set clear strategic direction, embody and promote a culture of compassion, and lead a dedicated team, ensuring the delivery of high-quality care to the people and the communities VON serves. To this end, they will strengthen key partnerships, drive innovation in both the operations and delivery of care, champion sustainable growth, and enhance VON’s position at the forefront of health policy and integrated home and community care in Canada.
If you are energized by healthcare transformation and the opportunity to lead one of Canada’s largest and most important and cherished non-profit organization, we invite you to explore this exceptional leadership role. Visit boyden.thriveapp.ly/job/3227 to apply and contact Michael Naufal or Collin Ritch ( critch@boyden.com ) with any questions.
Apr 17, 2026
Full time
Lead the Future of Home and Community Care in Canada
For more than 125 years, VON Canada has been a trusted leader in home and community care, helping people live independently, safely, and with dignity in their homes and communities.
Through the dedication of its staff and volunteers, VON strengthens and eases the pressure on health systems, supports families and caregivers, and improves quality of life for thousands of Canadians each year. VON currently operates across Ontario and Nova Scotia, delivering nursing, personal support, home care, and community health services in more than 1,200 communities.
Today, VON is an innovator and trusted partner to governments, health system leaders, and community organizations. As demand grows and needs change, the organization is focused on practical innovation, strong operations, and care models that are integrated, patient centric, and built to last.
VON is now seeking an exceptional, caring, and high performing President & Chief Executive Officer to build on its success. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the President & CEO will set clear strategic direction, embody and promote a culture of compassion, and lead a dedicated team, ensuring the delivery of high-quality care to the people and the communities VON serves. To this end, they will strengthen key partnerships, drive innovation in both the operations and delivery of care, champion sustainable growth, and enhance VON’s position at the forefront of health policy and integrated home and community care in Canada.
If you are energized by healthcare transformation and the opportunity to lead one of Canada’s largest and most important and cherished non-profit organization, we invite you to explore this exceptional leadership role. Visit boyden.thriveapp.ly/job/3227 to apply and contact Michael Naufal or Collin Ritch ( critch@boyden.com ) with any questions.
Director, People and Culture
Partners Community Health (PCH) is a not-for-profit, charitable organization dedicated to transforming how seniors and aging adults experience care across Mississauga and West Toronto. Through a strong commitment to partnership, PCH integrates healthcare, wellness, and community services to deliver coordinated, person-centred care that responds to the evolving needs of individuals and their families. PCH operates Wellbrook Place, a state-of-the-art seniors campus that includes two long-term care homes and an Integrated Seniors’ Hub. Together, these services form the foundation of an innovative model of care that combines clinical excellence with inclusive, community-based programming. Guided by its 2026 to 2030 Strategic Plan, PCH is advancing integrated models of care, strengthening system partnerships, and expanding its role in research, education, and innovation across the aging continuum. As the organization enters its next phase of growth, PCH is seeking a strategic and values-driven Director, People and Culture (Director) to join its Senior Leadership Team.
The Position
Reporting to the Vice President, Business Operations and Chief Financial Officer, with a dotted line to the President, the Director provides strategic and operational leadership across all aspects of human resources, labour relations, and organizational development. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Director plays a central role in shaping and advancing the organization’s people strategy to support its next phase of growth.
Having moved through a period of rapid growth and workforce stabilization, PCH is now focused on strengthening its people practices, enhancing workforce capability, and building a more mature and integrated People and Culture function. The Director will lead this next phase by establishing clear structures, strengthening core HR operations, and introducing programs that support a high-performing, engaged workforce.
The Director oversees a broad portfolio that includes labour relations, talent acquisition, workforce planning, learning and development, employee engagement, occupational health and safety, and HR systems. A key focus of the role will be to stabilize and optimize foundational HR processes while advancing a more strategic, forward-looking approach to workforce planning and organizational development. The Director will also play an important role in shaping a positive and inclusive workplace culture, grounded in the organization’s values of compassion, excellence, inclusivity, and creativity. As a visible and trusted leader, they will build credibility with staff, leaders, and labour partners, while fostering accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.
Operating in a complex, regulated healthcare environment, this role requires a leader who can balance hands-on operational leadership with strategic thinking, bringing structure and discipline while supporting innovation, continuous improvement, and long-term organizational performance. The Director will also ensure that people practices support safe, high-quality, resident-centred care and comply with the Fixing Long-Term Care Act, 2021 and applicable regulations.
The Person
The ideal candidate is an experienced HR leader with a strong track record of leading people and culture functions in complex, unionized environments. They bring deep expertise across core HR disciplines, including labour relations, talentmanagement, and organizational development, along with the ability to operate both strategically and operationally. They are a credible and collaborative leader who builds trust across teams, leaders, and labour partners, and who is comfortable navigating complexity and change. With a strong understanding of workforce challenges within healthcare or similarly regulated sectors, they are able to translate strategy into practical, actionable solutions that support both people and performance. Aligned with PCH’s values of compassion, excellence, inclusivity, and creativity, the successful candidate will be motivated by the opportunity to shape the organization’s people strategy and contribute to a high- performing, engaged, and inclusive workplace.
This is an upcoming vacancy and the salary range for the position is $135,000 – $169,000, plus a comprehensive benefits package including an RRSP program. Compensation is currently under review and will be determined based on experience.
To confidentially explore this opportunity, please email your resume, quoting the position title, to resumes@promeus.ca . An Executive Brief is available upon request.
PCH and Promeus Inc. are committed to building an intentionally inclusive environment that engages, supports, and advances equity in the workplace and in the communities served. We welcome applications from women, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, people with disabilities, and individuals from 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.
Apr 14, 2026
Full time
Director, People and Culture
Partners Community Health (PCH) is a not-for-profit, charitable organization dedicated to transforming how seniors and aging adults experience care across Mississauga and West Toronto. Through a strong commitment to partnership, PCH integrates healthcare, wellness, and community services to deliver coordinated, person-centred care that responds to the evolving needs of individuals and their families. PCH operates Wellbrook Place, a state-of-the-art seniors campus that includes two long-term care homes and an Integrated Seniors’ Hub. Together, these services form the foundation of an innovative model of care that combines clinical excellence with inclusive, community-based programming. Guided by its 2026 to 2030 Strategic Plan, PCH is advancing integrated models of care, strengthening system partnerships, and expanding its role in research, education, and innovation across the aging continuum. As the organization enters its next phase of growth, PCH is seeking a strategic and values-driven Director, People and Culture (Director) to join its Senior Leadership Team.
The Position
Reporting to the Vice President, Business Operations and Chief Financial Officer, with a dotted line to the President, the Director provides strategic and operational leadership across all aspects of human resources, labour relations, and organizational development. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Director plays a central role in shaping and advancing the organization’s people strategy to support its next phase of growth.
Having moved through a period of rapid growth and workforce stabilization, PCH is now focused on strengthening its people practices, enhancing workforce capability, and building a more mature and integrated People and Culture function. The Director will lead this next phase by establishing clear structures, strengthening core HR operations, and introducing programs that support a high-performing, engaged workforce.
The Director oversees a broad portfolio that includes labour relations, talent acquisition, workforce planning, learning and development, employee engagement, occupational health and safety, and HR systems. A key focus of the role will be to stabilize and optimize foundational HR processes while advancing a more strategic, forward-looking approach to workforce planning and organizational development. The Director will also play an important role in shaping a positive and inclusive workplace culture, grounded in the organization’s values of compassion, excellence, inclusivity, and creativity. As a visible and trusted leader, they will build credibility with staff, leaders, and labour partners, while fostering accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.
Operating in a complex, regulated healthcare environment, this role requires a leader who can balance hands-on operational leadership with strategic thinking, bringing structure and discipline while supporting innovation, continuous improvement, and long-term organizational performance. The Director will also ensure that people practices support safe, high-quality, resident-centred care and comply with the Fixing Long-Term Care Act, 2021 and applicable regulations.
The Person
The ideal candidate is an experienced HR leader with a strong track record of leading people and culture functions in complex, unionized environments. They bring deep expertise across core HR disciplines, including labour relations, talentmanagement, and organizational development, along with the ability to operate both strategically and operationally. They are a credible and collaborative leader who builds trust across teams, leaders, and labour partners, and who is comfortable navigating complexity and change. With a strong understanding of workforce challenges within healthcare or similarly regulated sectors, they are able to translate strategy into practical, actionable solutions that support both people and performance. Aligned with PCH’s values of compassion, excellence, inclusivity, and creativity, the successful candidate will be motivated by the opportunity to shape the organization’s people strategy and contribute to a high- performing, engaged, and inclusive workplace.
This is an upcoming vacancy and the salary range for the position is $135,000 – $169,000, plus a comprehensive benefits package including an RRSP program. Compensation is currently under review and will be determined based on experience.
To confidentially explore this opportunity, please email your resume, quoting the position title, to resumes@promeus.ca . An Executive Brief is available upon request.
PCH and Promeus Inc. are committed to building an intentionally inclusive environment that engages, supports, and advances equity in the workplace and in the communities served. We welcome applications from women, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, people with disabilities, and individuals from 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.
