Work Type: 3 days per week Location: Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN) – All Sites Reporting to: EVP, Medical and Chief of Staff (Chief Medical Officer) Position Summary: At Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN), we're building one of Ontario's newest and most innovative healthcare organizations. As we continue our transformation, we are seeking an exceptional healthcare leader to shape the future of professional practice, patient safety, clinical education and technology-enabled care. Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN) is seeking an accomplished, collaborative and forward-thinking physician leader to join our Senior Leadership Team as Vice President, Medical & Academic Affairs (VP-MAA). Reporting to the Executive Vice President, Medical & Chief of Staff (Chief Medical Officer), this executive role provides strategic leadership for medical and academic affairs across a multi-site healthcare organization and plays a critical role in advancing clinical excellence, physician engagement, medical leadership, education, research and innovation across the organization. Responsibilities at a Glance: Executive & Medical Leadership • Provide strategic leadership and advice on medical affairs, clinical operations, healthcare policy, and emerging health system priorities. • Provide executive leadership and direction to medical leaders, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, engagement, and clinical excellence. • Partner closely with the EVP, Medical & Chief of Staff (Chief Medical Officer) and Medical Advisory Committee (MAC) to strengthen alignment between medical, clinical, and administrative leadership. • Strengthen communication and collaboration between Program Medical Directors, Program Directors, and the Senior Leadership Team to effectively address program and organizational priorities. • Represent WRHN with regional and provincial healthcare partners, academic institutions, professional organizations, and other key stakeholders. • Provide reports and presentations to the Board of Directors as required. Quality, Patient Safety & Clinical Excellence • Champion quality improvement, patient safety, and risk management in partnership with the Vice President, Quality, Research & Patient Experience and medical and clinical leaders. • Support meaningful medical staff engagement in quality improvement, patient safety, and organizational transformation initiatives. • Participate in Quality of Care Reviews, including those conducted under the Quality of Care Information Protection Act (QCIPA). • Support evidence-based clinical practice and alignment with applicable regulatory, accreditation, and clinical governance requirements. • Work with the EVP, Medical & Chief of Staff (Chief Medical Officer), Department Chiefs, Medical Directors, and Quality leaders to advance high standards of clinical care across WRHN. Academic & Research Leadership • Advance the organization's academic mandate by strengthening relationships with medical schools, universities, and research partners. • Promote an environment that supports teaching, learning, scholarship, innovation, and research. • Support undergraduate and postgraduate medical education programs. • Foster participation in research and implementation of innovative care delivery models. Strategic & Operational Leadership • Lead the development and implementation of medical strategies that improve patient outcomes, strengthen care delivery, and respond to evolving health system needs. • Partner with the EVP, Medical & Chief of Staff (Chief Medical Officer) to advance physician workforce planning, recruitment, succession planning, and medical leadership development. • Develop and advance an organizational approach to medical leadership development, supporting the growth and effectiveness of Medical Directors and other physician leaders. • Contribute to organizational planning, resource allocation, program development, and fiscal stewardship. • Provide leadership to the development of integrated medical programs across internal departments and local, regional, and provincial healthcare networks. • Support the evolution of care models and clinical programs through strong partnerships across medical, clinical, and operational leadership. Leadership Competencies • Strategic and innovative mindset with the ability to translate vision and strategy into action. • Collaborative and influential leader with the ability to build alignment across diverse medical, clinical, operational, and external stakeholders. • Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and negotiation skills. • Strong understanding of healthcare operations, clinical governance, financial stewardship, and program management. • Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and patient-centred care. • Ability to navigate complexity, respectfully challenge thinking, and make sound decisions in a dynamic healthcare environment. • Visible and accessible leader who builds trust, credibility, and strong relationships across the organization. • Demonstrated ability to lead and enable transformational change while maintaining a strong focus on quality, people, and organizational priorities. Qualifications & Experience • Medical Doctor (MD) degree. • Licensed, or eligible for licensure, with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario • Membership with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada or the College of Family Physicians of Canada. • Eligible to hold an academic appointment with an affiliated university or medical school. • Minimum 5 years of progressive senior leadership experience within a healthcare environment. • Demonstrated success leading in complex, interdisciplinary healthcare organizations and working effectively with physicians, clinical leaders, operational leaders, and executive teams. • Proven expertise in strategic planning, healthcare operations, quality improvement, and change management. • Experience advancing medical education, research, innovation, and academic partnerships. • Strong knowledge of Ontario's healthcare system, quality frameworks, accreditation standards, and academic health networks. APPLICATIONS WILL BE RECEIVED UNTIL THE POSTING IS CLOSED. Please include a resume with your application in order to ensure that your qualifications are appropriately considered in the hiring process. WRHN is committed to fair and equitable employment and in our recruitment and selection practices. We strongly believe in inclusion and diversity within our organization, and welcome all applicants including, but not limited to racialized communities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, Indigenous people, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of our Hospital community. We are committed to providing and fostering a respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment. Accommodations are available during all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with the Human Rights Code. WRHN is committed to complying with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) to provide an inclusive, barrier free workplace. We will accommodate the accessibility needs of individuals with disabilities to support participation in all aspects of the recruitment process. Should you require this accommodation, please contact Human Resources. If you are seeking employment on a temporary work or study permit we recommend reviewing work permit restrictions as it applies to healthcare organizations in Canada. Individuals holding a work or study permit seeking employment in the healthcare sector may be required to complete additional steps in the process. This may also apply to current employees seeking renewal of their work permits. It is the accountability of the applicant and/or employee to ensure they are adhering to their specific work permit restrictions. WRHN does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or make hiring decisions regarding applicants during our recruitment and selection process.

Health Data Research Network Canada (HDRN Canada) is a pan-Canadian network of member organizations that either hold linkable health and health-related data for entire populations and/or have mandates and roles relating directly to access or use of those data. Member organizations include provincial, territorial, and pan-Canadian organizations that span all of Canada. Each member organization is actively involved in HDRN Canada’s governance and operations and shares a commitment to our mission, vision and values. ICES is seeking a Lead- HDRN Partnership to join our Partnerships- HDRN department. The Lead – HDRN Partnerships is responsible for designing and managing a comprehensive program of work focused on developing and managing external partnerships with a wide variety of organizations in support of the mission and strategic goals of HDRN. This position drives business opportunities for HDRN and ICES by identifying and pursuing partnership projects that enable the use of health and health-related data for multi-regional studies. The Lead – HDRN Partnerships will develop and operationalize HDRN Canada Partnerships Framework, the Health Data Research Alliance and other major partnership initiatives. Responsibilities of the position include, but may not be limited to: Cross-Functional Leadership & Project Management: Cross-Canada Leadership: Lead and motivate multidisciplinary, multi-jurisdictional teams across Canada to deliver complex partnerships projects on time and within budget; Lifecycle Management: Manage all phases of the project lifecycle defining scope, tracking milestones, and mitigating risks; Corporate Integration: Ensure close operational alignment with the HDRN corporate team (including the Director of Operations, Director of Communications, and CEO/Scientific Director). Partnership Framework and Interest Holder Analysis: HDRN Partnership Framework: Drive continuous evolution of the HDRN Canada Partnership Framework to guide the program of work undertaken by the Partnerships - HDRN Department in support of the organization’s mission and strategic goals; Performance Measurement: Design, implement, and manage tracking tools and performance frameworks to systematically collect, analyze, and report on the outcomes and impacts of the Partnerships - HDRN Department to a range of internal and external audiences; Interest Holder Analysis: Develop methods for continuously assessing and understanding the perspectives and positioning of HDRN interest holders. Collaborate with HDRN corporate team on development and maintenance of a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system; Reporting & Representation: Produce high-quality technical reports, project updates, and executive briefing notes for ICES and HDRN. Represent the organizations publicly at forums, panels, and conferences. HDR Alliance: Secretariat Support: In collaboration with the HDR Alliance Chair and the HDRN Canada CEO and Scientific Director, ensure the smooth functioning of the HDR Alliance and the associated event, Working with Federated Data Forum, by continuously expanding the group, managing membership, rotating and supporting the Chair, planning and running agendas, and producing meeting summaries; Collective Action Projects: Continuously identify and develop collective project ideas, organize HDR Alliance project teams, facilitate resourcing and execution of collective action projects; Promoting HDR Alliance: Work closely with HDRN Communications team and HDR Alliance members to promote the work of the HDR Alliance to national and international audiences. Managing Bilateral Relationships and Groups: Partnership Pipeline Development: Actively identify and cultivate prospective partners, continuously identifying new opportunities to support HDRN Canada’s mission and strategic goals; Existing Bilateral Relationships: Continuously strengthen existing partnerships through regular communication, information sharing and by identifying and pursuing opportunities to work together on specific projects; Secretariat Support to Key Groups: In collaboration with group chairs and others, ensure the smooth functioning of groups by managing membership, rotating and supporting the Chair, planning and running agendas, and producing meeting summaries. Key groups include: SPOR Canadian Data Platform (CDP) Advisory Committee HDRN Researcher Panel International Partnerships Coordinating Team HDRN Canada at ICES. Strategic Leadership & Operational Alignment: Strategic Horizon Scanning: Work closely with the Director, Partnerships – HDRN to provide strategic lead on identifying emerging trends and recommending new areas for action to advance HDRN Partnerships in support of the organization’s mission and strategic goals. Proactively assess and identify new business needs, evolving market demands, and emerging partnerships opportunities; Strategy Execution: Translate the broader HDRN Strategic Plan into an actionable, forward-looking roadmap for the Partnerships – HDRN Department; Operational Alignment: Maintain close working alignment with the Lead – HDRN Data Services Development Team to identify and develop partnerships in support of HDRN Data Services. Mentorship and Development: Support, mentor and train HDRN – Partnerships department members by providing guidance, sharing expertise, and fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development, thereby enhancing team capabilities and collaboration; Actively participate as a member of the HDRN – Partnerships department by contributing to team discussions and initiatives that enhance the overall effectiveness of the department’s function within HDRN and ICES. This requires strong interpersonal skills to build relationships and collaborate effectively with colleagues. Other: Other duties as may be assigned within the scope of this position. Knowledge, skills, and abilities:  Minimum Required Education, Years of Experience: Bachelor’s degree in field relevant to health research; Minimum of 7 years of experience in project management, ideally within the health care or health services research sectors; Experience working with major health, research and data partners within Ontario or elsewhere; Experience working with researchers and in extended collaborative networks. Preferred Education, Years of Experience, and Certifications/Professional Designations: Master’s degree in public health, health services research or related field.; Management experience in a health research context is helpful but not required. Experience in health planning, public policy, and government relations is an asset. Professional experience engaging with inter-provincial and inter-territorial health research and data organizations PMP certification (Project Management Professional). Minimum Required Position-Specific Knowledge and Technical Skills: Ability to manage multidisciplinary and network wide project teams, working with a broad range of internal and external members, fostering collaboration and effective communication to achieve project objectives. Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize workload and manage multiple projects within tight timelines. Exceptional interpersonal, written, oral communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate and facilitate discussions at all levels of the organization, ensuring clear, concise, and consistent information sharing. Working knowledge of health services research, including the use of administrative data for health systems evaluation and monitoring. Ability to maintain high standards and professionalism in all stages of projects, ensuring quality outcomes and adherence to organizational values and objectives. Strong initiative, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities, demonstrating a proactive approach to identifying challenges and implementing effective solutions. Demonstrated understanding of partnership development strategies, facilitating the establishment and maintenance of effective collaborations with various partners. Preferred Position-Specific Knowledge and Technical Skills: Demonstrated understanding of strategic planning and program implementation processes. French oral and written skills. This full-time, 17-month contract opportunity is for an existing vacancy at ICES Central. The annual salary range for this role is $91,000 - $110,000. Successful candidate must reside within Ontario while working under our remote flex model and be able to come into the office when required from time to time.

Situated in Richmond Hill, Ontario, the Schroeder Ambulatory Centre is an Integrated Community Health Services Centre (ICHSC) and registered charity licensed by the Ontario Ministry of Health to provide publicly insured outpatient healthcare services in community. This means that patients don’t stay at the Centre overnight, and have less complex cases than those handled in hospitals. The result of a generous philanthropic gift from Walter and Maria Schroeder (via the Schroeder Foundation), the Centre is purpose-built from the ground up to reduce surgical and diagnostic backlogs, strengthen public health and empower Ontarians to enjoy a better quality of life. With 200,000 square feet of space, the Centre adds significant capacity to our public health system, enabling better and more convenient access to both specialized and primary care physicians, as well as diagnostic imaging and ambulatory surgeries and procedures. Reporting directly to the Chair and Chief Executive Officer, the Chief Operating Officer (COO) will serve as a key member of the executive leadership team and provide the strategic, clinical-operational, and administrative leadership required to advance Schroeder Ambulatory Centre's mission and growth ambitions. Entrusted with building and leading the organization's operational engine, the COO will oversee the design, implementation, and optimization of systems, processes, and structures that support exceptional performance across both publicly funded (OHIP) and private-pay services. The COO will drive alignment across board priorities, executive strategy, and frontline service delivery while advancing the Centre's commitment to excellence, accountability, and innovation. At a pivotal stage of growth and evolution, the Centre offers a unique opportunity to shape a high-performing organization and advance its commitment to service excellence. Working in close partnership with the CEO and executive leadership team, the COO will champion organizational performance, scalability, and cross-functional alignment. Key priorities include establishing standardized operational frameworks, advancing performance measurement and quality indicators, and strengthening the infrastructure required to support future growth. Oversight extends across complex operational workflows, regulatory and accreditation readiness, workforce effectiveness, and cross-functional collaboration with Medical Affairs, Finance, Information Technology, Human Resources, and Communications & Marketing. Equally important will be the ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments, lead strategic negotiations, cultivate high-value partnerships, and champion continuous improvement initiatives that enhance organizational capacity, efficiency, and service delivery excellence. Bringing over a decade of senior leadership experience in complex, service-oriented environments, the successful candidate will possess a demonstrated ability to build, optimize, and scale operational systems while leading high-performing, cross-functional teams through growth and change. A track record of navigating startup, scale-up, or rapidly growing organizations and building scalable operational infrastructure in the absence of established frameworks will be particularly valuable. Exceptional people leadership capabilities, strong commercial acumen, and outstanding communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills are essential to succeeding in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. A bachelor's degree in Healthcare, Business Administration, Operations Management, Commerce, Engineering, or a related field is required, while a graduate degree is considered an asset. The successful candidate will bring the vision, discipline, and executive presence required to drive operational excellence and support Schroeder Ambulatory Centre's ambitious trajectory. For more information or to pursue this opportunity, please contact Jim Stonehouse, Partner via Kathy Luu, kluu@boyden.com .   This is a new position. At Schroeder Ambulatory Centre, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment experience for all candidates. If you require accommodations at any stage of the hiring process due to a disability or medical condition, please let us know. We will work with you to ensure your needs are met in a respectful and confidential manner.

The Halton Hills Family Health Team (HHFHT) is one of 184 family health teams across the province working towards a vision that all Ontarians will have timely access to high-quality, comprehensive team-based primary care in their local community. The Halton Hills Family Health Team is a team of interdisciplinary healthcare professionals and support staff who work collaboratively to provide comprehensive health care services to help the patient population served to live healthy lives, prevent disease, and manage chronic illness. The team includes doctors, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, mental health workers, dietitians, health educator, pharmacist and a psychologist, who provide services to approximately 25,000 patients across Georgetown operating out of seven separate locations. HHFHT is funded by the Ministry of Health and works collaboratively with Connected Care Halton Ontario Health Team on strategic initiatives to improve access to care and support greater integration of services. HHFHT is also the transfer payment agency for the expansion of the Interprofessional Care Team across Halton Hills. HHFHT partners with the physicians and administrative team of the Halton Hills Family Health Organization to serve both rostered and non-rostered patients of FHO physicians. Together, they provide high-quality, accessible, and timely care across a comprehensive range of services. HHFHT is also committed to advancing best clinical practices and supporting the education and training of family medicine residents. The current Executive Director (ED) has recently retired after an accomplished tenure of nineteen years in the ED role. The Board is seeking to recruit a passionate and collaborative leader who will support the Board in developing the strategic direction for HHFHT and provide administrative leadership and day-to-day management for the organization. Reporting directly to the Board and leading the allied health team, the Executive Director will provide administrative leadership and day-to-day operations management and will communicate the importance of the organization’s mission to the public, government, and strategic partners across the healthcare community. As an inspirational and inclusive organizational leader, the ED will create a cohesive and unified team across the organization and bring highly visible leadership credentials and exceptional communication and relationship building skills to the role. As a strategic thinker, the ED will have a good understanding of the current and future needs of primary care and system integration and the challenges related to the increasing diversity of the communities served and be a strong advocate for family medicine and interprofessional care. As an accomplished consensus builder and collaborator, the ED will build strong partnerships and strategic alliances with other primary care providers, hospitals, and community partners. The ED will have a successful track record of five (5) or more years at the senior management level in health or public administration ideally within an integrated healthcare delivery model or primary care environment, and hold a graduate degree in health sciences, health or business administration or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The ED will possess excellent communications, public relations and interpersonal skills as well as being able to demonstrate strong analytical and conceptual skills and an acumen for quality improvement. This includes broad base experience dealing with business, finance, information technology and human resources. The ED will be an accomplished team builder and team leader who can bring out the best in all members of the team and foster a culture of success through teamwork. The ED will also bring strong governance experience, collaborating with and reporting to a Board of Directors. Above all, the ED will be an individual who has a passion for excellence in the provision of high-quality accessible primary care for all patients and families. The compensation range for this role is $100,000 to $125,000. The closing date is November 13, 2026. To express your interest in this exciting leadership position and to obtain a Position Profile, please contact Tony Woolgar, Senior Partner and Head of National Healthcare Leadership Practice at 416 902 2974 or forward your resume, in complete confidence, to tony.woolgar@lesp.ca . To learn more about the Halton Hills Family Health Team please visit their web site at https://www.haltonhillsfht.com. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is not being used to screen, assess or select applicants at any point in the recruitment process. This posting is for the purpose of filling an existing vacancy. The HHFHT is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion and welcomes all interested qualified applicants. Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.