For health system partners and leadership | ⏱️ 3-min read
Why it matters
The Huron Perth & Area Ontario Health Team (HPA-OHT) has officially launched its next Accreditation Collaborative cycle, setting the tone for a system-wide, integrated approach to quality improvement. With the 2028 onsite assessment on the horizon, this kick-off marks a major milestone in aligning health partners across sectors—an effort that supports improved care delivery, accountability, and system transformation.
Next steps
➡️ Review and align with the shared 4-year workplan
➡️ Join the Accreditation Collaborative contact oht@hpaoht.ca
Dig Deeper
Event Overview
Kick off meeting held April 17 in-person at the Arden Park Hotel, this full-day session brought together HPA-OHT’s Accreditation Collaborative (AC) organizations, Accreditation Canada representatives to align on vision, roles, and the roadmap ahead. Attendees included new and returning members representing hospitals, community services, and patient/caregiver voices.
Key Moments
- Opening remarks: Emphasized collective leadership, learning from past cycles, and the power of shared accountability.
- Celebrations: Recognized HPA-OHT as the first in Canada to collaboratively accredit, with 70% of members already accredited and 24% participating in the AC.
- New Standards Overview: Accreditation Canada highlighted the changes from the previous cycle, updated guidelines and instruments, and to reflect on lessons learned from 2024 that will shape planning going forward.
- Strategic goal: Strengthen collaboration through shared systems and communication, driving increased integration.
Highlights from the Agenda
- Patient partnership: Members were asked to appoint two patient partners for meaningful involvement.
- Survey expectations: Clear guidelines were shared on the Global Workforce Survey and the new Governing Body Assessment—both mandatory in this cycle.
- Resource sharing: Members were encouraged to leverage shared drives, mentorship opportunities, and Accreditation Canada’s Leading Practices Library.
- 2028 vision: A phased 4-year workplan was introduced, with built-in flexibility to adapt as learning continues.
Links & Resources:
📧 Accreditation Kick-Off Feedback Survey
📧 Contact oht@hpaoht.ca to join the collaborative
