The Center for Psychiatric Rehabilitation (Boston University) is now offering a Canadian version of the Certificate Program in Psychiatric Vocational Rehabilitation (PVR-Canada). The goal of PVR is to support individuals to choose, get and keep the employment and educational roles and settings of their choice. The PVR-Canada program is designed to enhance the skills and […]Continue readingPVR training comes to Canada
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John Howard Society releases fact sheet on FASD and criminal justice
John Howard Society of Ontario has released a new fact sheet, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder and the Criminal Justice System: A Poor Fit. The fact sheet provides an overview of fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD), and shares statistics and key issues relating to individuals with FASD who come into contact with the justice system. Tips for […]Continue readingJohn Howard Society releases fact sheet on FASD and criminal justice
Accessibility Directorate launches YouTube accessibility channel
The Accessibility Directorate of Ontario has launched a series of online videos to share Ontario’s accessibility success stories. The videos, available through a free YouTube channel, all feature original content about accessibility from across the province and in a range of settings. Viewers are encouraged to participate by leaving comments and linking to their own […]Continue readingAccessibility Directorate launches YouTube accessibility channel
MDAO looking for input on new website
The Mood Disorders Association of Ontario (MDAO) wants input to inform the creation of a new website called Mental Health M.A.P. (short for My Action Plan). The website will support people with depression, anxiety or bipolar disorder in their recovery. Individuals can participate in an online survey, with all comments being held in strict confidence. […]Continue readingMDAO looking for input on new website
National scan on violence against women, mental wellness and substance use
The British Columbia Society of Transition Houses is seeking input for a national scan on violence against women (VAW), mental wellness and substance use. The organization is interested in learning more about programs and services for women who have experience of violence, mental health issues and/or substance use. The scan will explore service delivery models; […]Continue readingNational scan on violence against women, mental wellness and substance use
PSR/RPS Canada accepting conference and research bursary proposals
Psychosocial Rehabilitation Canada (PSR/RPS Canada) is currently planning its 2011 conference, Enhancing Recovery: Family, Culture and Community, to take place September 26-29, 2011 in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia. The planning committee is now accepting proposals for interactive presentations from individuals/families, programs and agencies (including clubhouse, social enterprise and First Nations communities). Submission deadline is February […]Continue readingPSR/RPS Canada accepting conference and research bursary proposals
Provincial HSJCC seeks executive coordinator
The Provincial Human Services and Justice Coordinating Committee (HSJCC) is looking for an executive coordinator to assist the work of the committee. Regional and local HSJCCs coordinate resources and services, and plan more effectively for people with special needs who are in conflict with the law. The Provincial HSJCC, consisting of regional chairs and government […]Continue readingProvincial HSJCC seeks executive coordinator
Post-doctoral fellowship in health equity call for applications
Applications are currently being accepted for the 2011-2013 post-doctoral fellowships in health equity at the Centre for Research in Inner City Health (CRICH) at St. Michael’s Hospital in Toronto. The ACHIEVE Research Partnership, a CIHR strategic training initiative in health research, aims to provide new researchers with skills and knowledge about measuring and reducing health […]Continue readingPost-doctoral fellowship in health equity call for applications
SSO requests input on new strategic plan
In the process of developing a new strategic plan, the Schizophrenia Society of Ontario (SSO) is asking interested groups and individuals to complete a brief confidential survey to help inform the organization’s priorities for the next few years. The survey will gather the opinions of key stakeholders to help guide SSO during its strategic planning […]Continue readingSSO requests input on new strategic plan
Community Health Ontario partnership announced
Community Health Ontario (CHO) is a new strategic partnership between the Association of Ontario Health Centres, the Ontario Community Support Association, and the Ontario Federation of Community Mental Health and Addictions Programs. The three organizations represent the majority of the not-for-profit home and community support, mental health and addictions and community-governed primary health care providers […]Continue readingCommunity Health Ontario partnership announced