Summaries of past EHL Ottawa events
Leadership Coaching Workshop
On January 19, members of Emerging Health Leaders Ottawa met with Leadership Coach Bonnie Robinson, of Pivotal Leadership Services. Bonnie led the group in a discussion on making use of the principles of coaching, such as goal-setting and self-reflection, to support career development at any stage. Other topics of discussion included techniques for effective interactions with senior leaders and avoiding common pitfalls of transitions to management roles. Following an opportunity for questions, Bonnie left participants with some ‘homework’ in the form of a few exercises.
Resume Workshop
On November 17, 2010, EHL Ottawa members gathered at the Bronson Centre for a hands-on resume workshop. HR professionals from national health-based organizations as well as a partner from a national executive recruitment firm participated in a panel discussion on resumes, addressing issues such as how the screening process works, the purpose and importance of cover letters, how to showcase leadership skills early in one’s career, and online tools. This discussion was followed by speed-dating style one-on-one consultations where EHL members received personalized advice on their resumes.
2010-11 Series Kickoff Networking Event
On September 22nd Emerging Health Leaders gathered for a Networking Event at
Moxie’s Bar and Grill in Gloucester. The executive members were introduced and
an outline of potential events throughout the year was presented. EHL members
had an opportunity to chat with each other about current issues and career plans.
This year should prove to be a very active and exciting time for EHL. We hope to
see you all at our next social event—the Holiday Breakfast!
EHL Ottawa members exercise their networking skills.
LEADS in a Caring Environment — A New Leadership Competency Framework
On May 19, Emerging Health Leaders gathered at the University of Ottawa to join Ray Racette, President and CEO of the Canadian College of Health Services Executives (CCHSE) in a discussion of LEADS in a Caring Environment, a new leadership competency framework being rolled out across the country. This framework comprises five competencies – leading self; engaging others, achieving results, developing coalitions; and systems transformation.
The focus of the discussion was on leading oneself, a concept relevant to leaders at any stage of their careers. The session was informal and interactive with many opportunities for those in attendance to actively participate in the exploration of the knowledge, skills and attitudes needed to become a successful leader in health. Following the formal portion of the agenda, EHL members had an opportunity to chat with each other about current issues and career plans.
Annual general meeting and EHL social event
Thursday, March 25, 2010, 5-7 p.m.
Mambo Restaurant, 77 Clarence Street, Ottawa
EHL Ottawa members met on March 25 for the first official Annual General Meeting of this
node. The co-chairs reviewed the activities and developments of the past year, delivered a preview of
coming events and offered an opportunity for members to raise questions and concerns. Following the
conclusion of the official portion of the meeting, members toasted the spring weather and partook in
networking.
EHL Ottawa co-chairs Neil Drimer and Jocelyn Chisamore speak with members
during the 2010 AGM
EHL Ottawa members engage in networking following the AGM
Leadership versus management: what’s the difference?
Monday, February 8, 2010, 5:30–7:30 p.m.
CADTH offices, 6th Floor Boardroom, 600-865 Carling Avenue, Ottawa
Dr. Brian O’Rourke, Acting President and CEO of the Canadian Agency for Drugs and Technologies in Health (CADTH), and Wendy Nicklin, President and CEO of Accreditation Canada, engaged in an informal discussion about leadership, touching on skill sets, resources, long-term vision, role models and knowing yourself.
This event was sponsored by CADTH.
 Left: Brian O’Rourke and Wendy Nicklin discuss the qualities and habits of successful leaders.
Below: EHL Ottawa members take in the discussion.
EHL Holiday Social: Giving back and getting back
At our most recent event on December 2, 2009– the EHL Holiday Social Event – we
took some time to chat about the benefits of volunteering, including how you can apply
skills and experience acquired through volunteer work in your career.
EHL Ottawa members chat about opportunities to leverage
volunteer work in their careers.
Claire Marshall, of Volunteer Ottawa, provided a number of resources, including an article
from the Ottawa Citizen, entitled Free Work Can Pay Off and a document
published by the Treasury Board Secretariat on Key Leadership Competencies. Following this discussion, EHL
Ottawa Members indulged in some festive cheer and opportunities to catch up with colleagues
and make new contacts.
Greening health care
Tuesday, October 13, 2009, 5-7 p.m.
Foundation Restaurant in the Byward Market
Practical strategies to reduce the impact of health care on the environment and recent "greening" initiatives from local health leaders. How can your organization reduce its ecological footprint?
Presenters:
Mr. John Martin, Director of Corporate Services, Queensway Carleton Hospital
Dr. Nancy Brookes, Nurse Scholar, Royal Ottawa Health Care Group and Canadian
Nurses for Health and the Environment
EHL Ottawa co-chair Neil Drimer... | 
chats with Dr. Nancy Brookes |
Perspectives on evidence-based policy and stakeholder engagement
Tuesday, June 23, 2009, 5-7 p.m.
The Keg Manor, 529 Richmond Road
Guest Speakers
An insightful session with two of Canada's top health leaders, who provided their perspectives on using evidence in practice through knowledge translation and stakeholder engagement to inform policy.
Guest speaker Ian Bowmer, Executive Director, Medical Council of Canada | 
Guest speaker Louis Barré, Vice-president, Strategy, Planning and Outreach, CIHI |
EHL audience |
 This event was sponsored by the Canadian Institute for Health Information
Perspectives on How to Achieve Work-Life Balance
 | Tuesday, 31 March 2009, 5-7 pm
The Ottawa Hospital, General Campus (Smyth Road)
Trying to find ways to get ahead in your job while still managing to have a life? In this session seasoned health leaders - including Ottawa Hospital Vice-President Paula Doering - provided their perspectives on how to achieve work-life balance.
Speakers: Paula Doering, VP, The Ottawa Hospital [SEE PRESENTATION]
Daniel Levac, Senior VP, Corporate Services and CFO, Bruyère Continuing Care
Karl Samuelson, Senior Health Policy Analyst, Canadian Healthcare Association
EHL Member Highlight: Graham Gaylord |
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Fostering Connections Program Launch
Wednesday February 25
The Ottawa Hospital
See summary and photos
EHL 2009 Event Kick-Off: Social Networking
Thursday, 29 January, 5 p.m.
Heart and Crown
67 Clarence Street in the By-ward Market
Launch of 2009 Event Calendar for EHL.
EHL Ottawa members get to know each other at the first event of 2009
Success with Style!
Meeting with personal shopper and style fashionista, Liz Timlin
Wednesday, September 24, 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Holt Renfrew, 240 Sparks Street
Emerging Health Leaders / CCHSE Professional Development Event
Presentation by Jim Irving, Johnson & Johnson Medical Products
12 May 2008
Telfer School of Management, University of Ottawa
Fireside Chat with Michel Bilodeau, CEO of CHEO
23 April 2008
Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario
Ottawa, Ontario
Many thanks to the members who came out to engage in the very intimate fireside chat with Michel Bilodeau, CEO of the Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario.
Michel reflected quite sincerely on leadership in a dynamic health care environment. Michel gave a detailed description of his career path which started in second-language training with the federal government, and has included positions as a VP of Human Resources in two academic health sciences centres, a notable sabbatical in Paris, and finds him today in the position of CEO of the Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario. Michel spoke to his personalleadership philosophies which focused on definingt a clear vision though (and importantly) allowing for flexibility in the way managers choose to achieve their vision. Following his talk, Michel provided EHL members with an opportunity to propose a number of questions relating to management style, work-life balance, and some of the difficult decisions managers are required to make as leaders within their organization.
Emerging Health Leaders Social Networking Event
18 March 2008
Aulde Dubliner and Pour House
Ottawa, Ontario
This was our second social networking event. The evening included a short overview of the Emerging Health Leader Mentorship and Coaching Program, then attendees broke out into small facilitated focus groups to discuss their mentorship needs. There was great discussion on how EHL might go about developing a mentorship program that would provide value to our members. Many innovative ideas were articulated! As always, it was great to meet some new members and re-connect with colleagues.
Emerging Health Leaders Knowledge Series
31 January 2008
Canadian Nurses Association
Ottawa, Ontario
Mr. Michael Villeneuve, Scholar-in-Residence from the Canadian Nurses Association (CNA) provided a keynote address Becoming the CEO of Tomorrow: Thoughts on serendipity, intergenerational differences and the business of leadership.
Mr. Villeneuve delivered a captivating presentation to over 20 Emerging Health Leaders providing his own personal experiences in terms of how he navigated his career path, while providing insight into a number of tools available to assist emerging leaders. Mr. Villeneuve drew from a variety of sources including Sister Elizabeth Davis, Margaret Visser and Jim Collins' book, Good to Great. For more details, see:
Becoming CEO tomorrow: thoughts on serendipity, intergenerational differences and the business of leadership
presentation by Michael Villeneuve [PowerPoint, 1400 KB]
An informal networking and information session was held following the presentation that paired emerging health leaders with staff from the CNA to discuss their roles within the organization and to answer any questions EHL members had.
Emerging Health Leaders Networking Session
28 November 2007
The Heart and Crown
Ottawa, Ontario
Over 35 Emerging Health Leaders participated in a networking event at the Heart and Crown. As a result of an effort to expand membership to practicing clinicians, as well as to Masters of Health Administration students, there were several new members in attendance.
In an effort to recognize a growing partnership between Emerging Health Leaders and the Canadian College of Health Services Executives, Susan Richardson (VP, Professional Services, CHEO) was invited to provide an overview of the advantages of College Membership and its relevancy to EHL members. College staff members Chris Parsons and Dominique Racine-Dickie were also on hand to answer EHL members' questions.
Emerging Health Leaders Knowledge Series
19 September 2007
SCO Health Service
Ottawa, Ontario
Ms. Kathryn Malette, Ray & Berndston was invited to speak to EHL around a number of leadership issues.
Ms. Malette identified characteristics of successful leaders which included individuals who aspire confidence, inspire followers and believe in a vision. Leaders leave a legacy or a lasting impression on a team or organization.
Ms. Malette recognized the evolving dynamics of workplaces in the 21st century - our work spaces are increasingly multi-generational where individual employees have differing perspectives on everything from authority, to policy and dress codes. It is important for emerging leaders in this environment to take the opportunity to learn from their coworkers. Traditionally, leaders exhibited authority through a command and control type model, whereas now, we see a model where control and authority is shared. Leadership is also focused on team building, where members build trust and develop an environment where conflict or unfiltered discussion is not only acceptable but encouraged.
Ms. Malette concluded her presentation by taking several questions from the audience.
Emerging Health Leaders Annual General Meeting
19 September 2007
SCO Health Service
Ottawa, Ontario
24 Emerging Health Leaders gathered at SCO Health Services for the First Annual General Meeting of Emerging Health Leaders.
Prior to the commencement of the AGM, a tour of the facilities was hosted by Amy Tosh and a member of the Senior Management of SCO Health Services.
The AGM was hosted by co-chairs Emily Gruenwoldt and Adrienne Hagen, who provided an overview of the proposed direction of Emerging Health Leaders (full outline of the plan is included in Appendix A) to members for their information and approval. Recognizing the volume of work required to meet proposed goals, an interim Executive Committee was named by the co-chairs to distribute the workload. It was proposed that this interim Executive Committee be appointed for a one-year term and that a formal nomination and election process be undertaken in 2008.
Unanimous agreement was expressed for the Executive Committee members selected for the one-year interim executive.
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Expansion of membership to include interprofessional clinical colleagues. Members were supportive of expanding the membership criteria to include clinical colleagues who are emerging leaders. It was agreed that EHL should be focused on leadership, and not specifically interprofessionalism. Rather, EHL would be an interprofessional organization which addressed leadership issues for emerging health leaders.
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Strategies to ensure vehicles for grassroots feedback are available. Ms. Boudreau gathered feedback from members in terms of how they wished to have their voices heard. Members indicated that opportunities to volunteer within the network on specific projects and web tools would be helpful and appreciated. Members were encouraged to provide additional feedback to Ms. Boudreau.
The meeting adjourned at which time Ms. Kathryn Malette, Ray & Berndston spoke about successful leadership characteristics and managing an inter-generational work environment.
PricewaterhouseCoopers Focus Group
1 August 2007
PWC Headquarters
Ottawa, Ontario
On behalf of the Ontario Hospital Association, PricewaterhouseCoopers hosted eight Emerging Health Leaders in order to engage in a discussion regarding:
- An assessment of current leadership development offerings for emerging health leaders
- Insights and suggestions regarding the leadership development needs of emerging health leaders and
- Critical success factors for an OHA health care leadership institute.
The purpose for the discussion was to support OHA research to enable the establishment of a health care leadership institute to support health care leaders across all stages of their careers. As part of the planning for this leadership institute, the OHA required a comprehensive needs assessment and market research. The focus group was the first and only that focus group lasted for one hour.
CHLNet Focus Group
13 June 2007
CMA House
Ottawa, Ontario
Representing CHL Net, Graham Dickson and Don Briscoe hosted a focus group to discuss leadership development opportunities to date in members' careers. The group also conducted a round table on what they considered to be positive leadership attributes, and discussed examples of good leadership and poor leadership.
This was the first and only focus group the CHL Net conducted using emerging health leaders versus seasoned veterans and health system leaders. The focus group lasted for 1.5 hours.
Emerging Health Leaders Networking Session
10 June 2007
Westin Harbour Castle
Toronto, Ontario
Prior to the commencement of the CCHSE/CHA National Healthcare Leadership Conference, members of EHP Net who were in Toronto to attend the conference gathered for social networking in the hotel lounge.
CHLNet Summit
22 May 2007
Drawing Room, Chateau Laurier
Ottawa, Ontario
On May 22, 2007, the co-chairs of Emerging Health Professionals Network (Adrienne Hagen and Emily Gruenwoldt) were invited to participate in the Canadian Health Leadership Network Summit. This event was organized by CHL Net to flesh out a common leadership competency framework and to discuss elements of a CHL Net business case. Over 100 senior health system leaders representing national health organizations, government, acute care and academic institutions gathered in Ottawa to come to consensus on a the future for CHL Net.
A panel speaking to leadership development opportunities was featured and included Emily Gruenwoldt (EHL Co-Chair), Lori Beach (MHA Resident, University of Ottawa), Dr. Jack Kitts (CEO, The Ottawa Hospital), Bob Smith (Retired Health System Leader), and John King (Vice President, St. Michael's Hospital). Emily addressed the dearth of common meeting areas for young health professionals, which ultimately lead to the creation of the Emerging Health Professionals Network. The terms of reference were discussed, as was the enthusiasm of EHP Net membership to participate in events such as these, as well as to partner with current health system leaders in a mentorship relationship. The presentation was very well received by the audience.
Additionally, the day featured a presentation from Graham Dickson (Royal Roads University) about the development of a leadership competency framework for the health sector. Summit participants provided significant feedback on the proposed framework through Café style discussions. Through conversations with Mr. Dickson following his presentation, it was agreed that EHP Net presented an excellent opportunity to gain feedback on the framework from future health leaders. EHP Net participants will be able to provide a fresh new perspective on leadership development and leadership competencies that has so far been missing. Graham Dickson and Don Briscoe (CMA) will coordinate the focus group scheduled for June 13th at the CMA.
Both in terms of coordinating the focus group and spreading the word about Emerging Health Professionals Network more broadly to senior health leaders, the event was a huge success.
Emerging Health Leaders Networking Session
9 May 2007
Cornerstone Bar and Grill
Ottawa, Ontario
Members of EHP Net gathered after work to meet for social networking opportunities. No formal agenda was drafted. The opportunity was developed to encourage casual and free flowing discussion on current events in the health sector.
Professional Development Luncheon
23 March 2007
Sponsored by the Canadian Medical Association
Canadian Medical Association
Alta Vista Drive, Ottawa, ON
The first formal event launched by EHP Net was hosted and sponsored by the Canadian Medical Association. The keynote address was delivered by the CMA Secretary General and Chief Executive Officer, Mr. William G. Tholl.
Mr. Tholl welcomed participants to the CMA and expressed his sincere pleasure to have been invited to address EHP Net members. In his opinion, a network such as this provides career long advantages to its membership with respect to knowledge transfer, and both formal and informal networking opportunities.
Carrying this theme forward, Mr. Tholl advised of the CMA Strategic Plan as well as the newly formed Canadian Health Leadership Network (CHL-Net). CHL-Net was established to address the looming shortage of Health Leaders in Canada. Mr. Tholl drew parallels between the mission of CHL-Net and the mandate of EHP Net using the analogy of "car pooling." Car pooling is successful when all members share a similar destination, share the same values, share risks and costs, as well as ultimate credit. In any collaborative effort between individuals or organizations, these are the critical success factors. Participants were very impressed by Mr. Tholl's presentation and appreciated his comments regarding CMA's role within the health care landscape.
Following Mr. Tholl's presentation, Monika MacLaren (CMA) offered perspectives on the advantages and disadvantages of working for the Canadian Medical Association.
Inaugural Meeting of the Emerging Health Professionals Network
10 January 2007
Social Restaurant and Lounge
Sussex Drive, Ottawa, ON
The inaugural meeting of EHP Net was called for January 10, 2007 by co-chairs Adrienne Hagen (CMA) and Emily Gruenwoldt (ACAHO).
The purpose of this preliminary meeting was to assess interest in developing a network comprised of locally based (Ottawa Region) emerging health service administrators, researchers, and policymakers.
In total, 25 participants gathered to share their views of how they would see the network evolve in terms of meeting schedules and frequency, topics for discussion, membership, and governance. Terms of Reference were approved. It was agreed that a member profile would be developed in order to share members' employment history and areas of expertise, as well as contact information.
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