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How the most vulnerable children with urgent and complex needs in Ontario finally have access to a program that meets their health-care needs

Kairo, who was prone to self-injurious and eloping behaviours, can now go to the park with his mom and had his first visit with the dentist ever in his life at the age of five. ‘Jennifer,’ who had a significant needle phobia that put her health at risk, can now tolerate having her bloodwork done.

• Best life

Ginette Boucher enters CHEO on a bright morning in late May where she spots her mom, Lucienne Markwell, as they meet up for a special tea date, and one can see her immediate childlike joy.

June 27, 2024 - After 13 years of exceptional leadership, Alex Munter will be moving on from his role as President and CEO at CHEO in October 2024 to become CEO of the Canadian Medical Association and the CMA’s group of companies. Thanks to his innovative approach, we have been able to grow CHEO to better meet the needs of a growing population of children, youth and families.

• Statements

Applied behaviour analysts will be regulated health professionals in Ontario for the first time as of July 1, 2024, and CHEO is prepared for the change.

• Best life
• Improvements made

Meet Maia Popovic, child and youth counsellor with CHEO’s Eating Disorders Day program

When Maia was 17 years old, her best friend confided in her that she had an eating disorder. Confused and saddened that her friend, who portrayed such beauty and confidence, could be struggling so much, Maia turned to Google to try and find her friend some help.

• Inspiring workplace

CHEO is highlighting its engagement with First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities featuring different perspectives from various Indigenous partners.