Welcoming Whitney Harrison, CW OHT Older Adults Planning Table Co-Chair

The Central West Ontario Health Team (CW OHT) is pleased to share that Whitney Harrison has joined the CW OHT Older Adults Planning Table as co-chair. Whitney has previous experience working in the long-term care sector. Her passion for person-centred high-quality care led to her taking on a leadership role in Community Support Services with the Region of Peel in 2018. In Whitney’s current role as Acting Director, Seniors Services Development with the Region of Peel, she continues to advocate for person-centred services that align with the emerging needs of seniors and their caregivers who live in the community. She […]

Welcoming Dr. Marian Chen as CW OHT’s Palliative Care Primary Care Lead

The Central West Ontario Health Team (CW OHT) is pleased to announce that Dr. Marian Chen been selected as the new Primary Care Lead for Palliative Care, playing a critical role in representing primary care providers within the Palliative Care Planning Table, ensuring alignment with the CW Primary Care Network (PCN) priorities. About Dr. Marian Chen Dr. Chen is a palliative care physician at William Osler Health System. She completed Palliative Medicine Enhanced Skills training at the University of British Columbia, following Family Medicine residency at the University of Toronto. Dr. Chen provides both hospital-based and community palliative care across […]

Acknowledging World Hospice and Palliative Day

Each year, World Hospice and Palliative Care Day is commemorated on the second Saturday of October to promote compassionate, dignified, and accessible care for individuals living with life-limiting illnesses. The Central West Ontario Health Team (CW OHT) is committed to ensuring that everyone in our region has access to high-quality, compassionate palliative care. Through partnerships with hospices such as The Dorothy Ley Hospice and Hospice Mississauga, we are working together to improve care and support for individuals and families facing life-limiting illness. The CW OHT’s Palliative Care Multi-Year Plan is a key, coordinated initiative designed to enhance access to and […]

Central West Ontario Health Team Welcomes Toronto Metropolitan University to its Growing Partner Network

The Central West Ontario Health Team (CW OHT) is proud to welcome Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) as its newest partner, marking a significant step forward in strengthening the integration of academic expertise, health innovation, and community-based care in the region. TMU is a dynamic university positioned to support healthcare provider recruitment, expand access, and transform healthcare delivery in the region. Particularly, the School of Medicine located in Brampton trains learners with a focus on equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) and community-centered care. “TMU’s nationally recognized strengths in research, health education, and equity-focused programming are a strong complement to the CW […]

Central West Ontario Health Team Selected by Ontario Health to Strengthen Community Palliative Care Services

The Central West Ontario Health Team (CW OHT) is proud to announce it was successful in its application for funding to host a Clinical Coach to build palliative care capacity in the community.  CW OHT is historically under resourced and serves a rapidly growing and highly diverse population, including many seniors, newcomers, and individuals with complex health and social needs—making the demand for accessible, community-based palliative care particularly urgent within this region.   This funding is part of Ontario Health’s provincial initiative to enhance access to high-quality, compassionate palliative care in community settings. Through this opportunity, CW OHT will work with […]

Celebrating Pride Month 2025

The Central West Ontario Health Team (CW OHT) recognizes that health equity is foundational to the well-being of our diverse communities. This Pride Month, we reaffirm our commitment to fostering inclusive, affirming, and accessible healthcare environments for all, especially our Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and asexual (2SLGBTQIA+) community members. We are proud to collaborate with a network of dedicated partners who share our vision of equitable care. Our Ongoing Commitment The CW OHT is dedicated to: This Pride Month, and every month, we stand in solidarity with 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. Together, we strive to build a healthcare system […]

Acknowledging Brain Health Awareness Month  

The month of March focuses on Brain Health Awareness, educating individuals on the importance of maintaining cognitive function and overall brain well-being throughout life.   The goal is to increase public knowledge about brain diseases and recognize the early signs, encourage preventative measures to maintain cognitive function, and advocate for research and support for individuals affected by neurological conditions.   In Canada, the most common brain health issues include:   Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease: As of January 1, 2025, approximately 771,000 people in Canada live with dementia. Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease are the leading causes of cognitive decline amongst older adults. Alzheimer’s is […]

Central West OHT and WellFort Community Health Services Win Prestigious 2024 Quality and Innovation Award

Collaborative Effort of Central West OHT, WellFort Community Health Services and Rexdale CHC Improves Health Equity and Access The teams behind the collaborative Cervical Screening Model have been honoured with the prestigious Quality and Innovation Award from the Cancer Quality Council of Ontario (CQCO). This recognition celebrates our commitment to advancing health equity and improving cervical cancer screening rates in underserved communities. The initiative has achieved remarkable success in addressing barriers to screening, including structural access, cultural and religious considerations, and socioeconomic challenges. Key Achievements: A 12% increase in screening rates in target communities. A 24% improvement in the most […]

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