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CHEO recognized as top hospital in Canada’s best employers for diversity

Ottawa, Ont., July 10, 2024 - CHEO has been proudly named a top employer for diversity in Canada’s health care and social services sector by Forbes magazine. Released Tuesday morning, the prestigious Forbes 2024 Canada's Best Employers for Diversity ranked CHEO as the top hospital, and third in the healthcare and social services sector, solidifying its position as a health-care leader for fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. 

Studies show a diverse workforce leads to higher employee loyalty, which also helps build stronger...

iHope Genetic Health (iGH) Program Launches with SickKids and CHEO

July 9, 2024 – Washington, D.C. – iHope Genetic Health (iGH) has announced the launch of its first pro bono genetic testing initiative, in partnership with The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) and CHEO (Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario). This groundbreaking collaboration marks the beginning of iHope Genetic Health’s effort to build a worldwide network of laboratories and clinical sites that will provide genetic testing to undiagnosed children from under-resourced communities. This...

Statement by Jo-Anne Poirier on behalf of the CHEO Board of Directors

June 27, 2024 - After 13 years of exceptional leadership, Alex Munter will be moving on from his role as President and CEO at CHEO in October 2024 to become CEO of the Canadian Medical Association and the CMA’s group of companies. Thanks to his innovative approach, we have been able to grow CHEO to better meet the needs of a growing population of children, youth and families. Alex is the longest serving children’s hospital CEO in the country and longest serving hospital CEO in Ottawa. His...

CHEO declares all-clear on water disruption

At 10:15 p.m., the Code Grey issued due to a water main break outside CHEO was discontinued. Clinical care has returned to normal levels. 

Thank you for the quick response from CHEO staff and medical staff, as well as partners at the City of Ottawa who stepped in quickly to provide support and keep our patients, families and staff, medical staff and learners safe and comfortable. We are also grateful to all the organizations and peer hospitals that reached out to support us, helping to ensure...

Water main break outside CHEO

Today at approximately 12:30 p.m., CHEO issued a CODE GREY due to a watermain break near the main entrance. This incident occurred during construction related activity close to the main doors of the building. This incident has disrupted our access to water for clinical care, cooling, drinking water and restroom facilities.

At the present time, we are actively working on solutions with our hospital and other local partners to help resolve this situation and reduce the impact on patients and their...