A highly motivated visionary and an expert at building partnerships, engaging communities, and inspiring change, Ed has led innovation and improvement in healthcare for more than three decades. Ed is an independent consultant, leveraging his vast provincial, national, and international executive healthcare leadership experience.
Recently retired from the role of Senior Vice President and Chief Program Officer with the Mental Health Commission of Canada, Ed has collaborated with partners to improve mental health services and supports and lead the way for change. Guided by Changing Directions/Changing Lives: The Mental Health Strategy for Canada, Ed pays particular attention to reducing stigma and increasing awareness, promoting psychologically healthy workplaces and schools, improving access to quality mental health services, preventing suicide, and promoting innovation.
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.
When not travelling, Ed and his partner, Jamie, split their time between Calgary, Ottawa, and their campsite in Quebec.
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