Ontario/Alberta
A highly motivated visionary and an expert at building partnerships, engaging stakeholders, and inspiring change, Ed has led innovation and improvement in healthcare for over three decades. Recently retired from the role of Senior Vice President and Chief Program Officer with the Mental Health Commission of Canada, Ed has collaborated with stakeholders to improve mental health services and supports and lead the way for change. Ed is now an independent consultant, leveraging his vast provincial, national, and international executive healthcare leadership experience.
An Accreditation Surveyor with ISQua and an Accreditation Surveyor and Technical Committee Co-Chair with Accreditation Canada/Health Standards Organization, Ed contributes to quality and safety in healthcare across Canada and internationally. He trained as a Registered Psychiatric Nurse, holds a Master of Science Administration, and is a Fellow of the Canadian College of Health Leaders.