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Nominations to the AFHTO Board of Directors are open until August 1, 2024
Are you interested in serving on the AFHTO board of directors? The Governance Committee of AFHTO’s board invites anyone who works within an AFHTO member organization to apply. Please share this call for nominations with all who work in your team and with members on your Board.
No prior experience as a Board Director is required. The AFHTO Board of Directors provides orientation, training and ongoing support to board directors. The Board counts on you using the skills you bring to the Board and will support your learning about governance and the role of the Board.
Three to six (3-6) positions are to be elected for a 3-year term on the AFHTO board. The AFHTO by-law calls for balanced representation on the board to include the various forms of governance, the regions of the province, and the mix of the professions/individuals working within FHTs, NPLCs and other interprofessional models of primary care. Visit our site for more information.
Ontario consulting on expanding role of nurse practitioners
“The Ontario government is starting consultations with the College of Nurses of Ontario and other health care partners on expanding the scope of practice for nurse practitioners. Allowing nurse practitioners to better use their training, skills and education will help Ontarians connect to more convenient care and help free up more time for physicians to spend caring for patients with more complicated needs.” Find out more about the proposed changes here.
AFHTO 2024 Conference registration now live
Registration is now open for the AFHTO 2024 Conference! Join your peers from across Ontario and beyond, as we empower teams to focus on patient-centred care.
Members get just under 50% off registration. A code (sent by email to all members who have paid 2024-2025 membership fees in full) will be required to receive the membership rate. If you do not know your organization’s verification code, please contact your administrator.
Bright Lights deadline next Monday, July 15
- Are you proud of what your team has accomplished?
- Do you want your colleagues to be recognized for the amazing work they do?
- Do you think it would be great to see your initiative spread across the province?
If you’ve said yes to any of the above, submit a Bright Lights nomination!
Don’t be left out- send in your nominations and supporting documents before the deadline, July 15.
All awards now receive an education grant, sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim, including the award for underrepresented teams! Find out more here.
Member stories
Belleville NPLC – Dr. Karen Clayton-Babb wins the 2024 Cornerstone Visionary Award and hosts visitors from Pacific Health Services Hutt Valley, New Zealand
Central Brampton FHT- Central Brampton FHT launches podcast
Chatham-Kent FHT- Bridging the gap for those without a family doctor in CK
Kawartha North FHT- additional funding released to offset After Hours Clinic operating costs
Peterborough FHT – 2023-24 Annual Report
Upper Grand FHT- Mallorytown health clinic officially opens
Nominate a partner or healthcare inspiration for an AFHTO Board award
The Board award recognizes an individual (or a group) who is not an AFHTO member but has significantly contributed to the development and growth of team-based primary care within their local community or at the provincial level.
The winner(s) will receive their award(s) during the Bright Lights Awards Ceremony at the AFHTO 2024 Conference on October 24, 2024.
Submit a nomination online for the Board Award category by August 2, 2024.
Find out more about the criteria here.
News and updates including June 24 expansion data slides
- Interprofessional Primary Care Teams (IPCT) Expansion Initiative Data Collection & Reporting Webinar slides– Ontario Health, June 24, 2024
- Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre developing new tool to reduce ‘administrative burden’ when conducting goals of care discussions – BarrieToday, June 25, 2024
- Short- and long-term neuropsychiatric outcomes in long COVID in South Korea and Japan – Nature Human Behaviour, June 21, 2024
- SARS-CoV-2 viral titer measurements in Ontario, Canada wastewaters throughout the COVID-19 pandemic– Nature, June 21, 2024
Explore “Fostering Well-Being Through Leadership,” a free training series hosted by CMHA Ontario
“Designed for senior leaders at smaller healthcare organizations across the province, this series spans three impactful 2-hour workshops on July 24th, August 8th, and August 20th (delivered virtually, via Zoom). With several timeslot options, participants can easily engage at their convenience. Gain invaluable insights into leadership’s role in embracing psychological health and safety at an organizational level, managing acute stress for clearer communication, and promoting psychological self-care.
Don’t miss this opportunity to strengthen your leadership skills and cultivate a supportive organizational culture. Secure your place today by CLICKING HERE.”
Unlocking Nurse Retention Success: Strategies for Internationally Educated Nurses, July 24, 2024
Hosted by National Newcomer Navigation Network. Register here.
OMD Educates: Digital Health Conference 2024, Sep 12-13, 2024
Hosted by OntarioMD. Learn more here.