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New mental health education video series launched by CHEO experts

Ottawa, ON, January 24, 2023 – On #BellLetsTalk Day, CHEO and CHEO Foundation, through the generous funding of Bell, are proud to launch a six-part video series of mental health education workshops to support families and caregivers of children and youth.  

The series features six key topics where CHEO clinicians and health-care workers provide insights and tips for parents and caregivers. The first video, launched today, focuses on technology dependence and is led by renowned clinical psychologist...

CHEO named one of Canada’s Healthy Workplace Month® Great Employers

OTTAWA, Ontario, January 16 —  A strong start to the year with CHEO being recognized as one of Canada’s Healthy Workplace Month® Great Employers. A program of Excellence Canada, CHEO is among 13 Canadian organizations being highlighted for their planning and actions to foster physically and psychologically safe and healthy workplaces. 

“We are committed to providing a healthy and safe workplace at CHEO and today’s recognition is one we can feel proud about,” said Alex Munter, President and CEO, CHEO...

Ontario connecting children and youth in Eastern Ontario to care close to home

$40.5 million boost in funding to expand pediatric services in Ottawa and the surrounding area 

Ontario is investing more than $40.5 million to increase access to pediatric services for children and youth in Eastern Ontario so they have the care they need, when they need it, right in their own community. This is part of the Ontario government’s investment of an additional $330 million each year in pediatric health services at hospitals and community-based health care facilities across Ontario. 

“Our...

CHEO wins Children’s Healthcare Canada’s leadership and innovation awards

Ottawa, ON, December 5 2023 - CHEO has received four prestigious awards from Children’s Healthcare Canada, the national organization of children’s healthcare providers. Every year, Children’s Healthcare Canada honours individuals, teams and initiatives that make a difference in pediatrics.   

2023 Children’s Healthcare Canada Award for Organizational Leadership: Kids Come First Health Team 
This national award recognizes Kids Come First as a leader in enabling the best healthcare for Canada’s children...

Stay healthy (and out of emergency) for the holiday season: CHEO tips to kids and families

Ottawa, ON., Monday December 4, 2023 – With the viral season in full swing, CHEO is seeing increased volumes with more than 200 children and youth coming through the Emergency department daily. The season is expected to peak in the next few weeks and the risk of transmission of COVID-19, influenza and RSV in the community is high. While wait times may be longer than usual, scheduled surgeries or appointments continue to take place normally at this time. 

“A few months ago, the Government of...