Members Area
Input and Involvement
Current Surveys / Requests for Input
Following are areas where we are currently seeking member input/action and below are ongoing opportunities for you to get involved.
Ongoing Opportunities
Member Advisory Groups
Sector
Staff Lead
- Charitable/NFP LTC Homes
- Municipal LTC Homes
- Housing
- Hospital-based LTC Homes
- Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
- ELDCAP Advisory Committee
- Commercial Member Advisory Committee
Others
- Capital Development Knowledge Forum
- Data and Analytics Advisory Group
- Education Advisory Group
- Innovation Advisory Committee
- LTC Capital Development Advisory Committee
- LTC Funding Advisory Committee
- Northern and Rural Advisory
- Nursing and Personal Care
Regional Meetings
- Chair: Terri Benwell, Bobier Villa, St. Thomas
- Chair: Sean Keays, Foyer Richelieu Welland
- Chair: Megan Garland, County of Bruce
- Chair: Jennifer Ridgley, The Pines Long Term Care Home
- Chair: Dwayne Green, Malton Village Long Term Care Centre
- Chair: Angela Malcolm, The John M. Parrott Centre
- Chair: Linda Tracey, Marianhill Long Term Care Home
- Chair: Paul Chatelain, South Centennial Manor
- Chair: Tanya Baker, Pioneer Ridge
Ongoing Opportunities
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
We have compiled this list of resources to help members with diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives:
We will continue to update this web page with resources that become available. If you have any questions or resources to share, please email Petek Yurt.
City of Toronto
CLRI
- Leading and Learning with Pride: A Revitalized Tool Kit on Supporting 2SLGBTQI+ Seniors
FCO
RNAO
- A Home for All: 2SLGBTQI+ Resources For Long-Term Care Homes
Region of Peel Long Term Care and Adult Day Service Centers
NE IIKAANIGAANA TOOLKIT
- Cultural Competency and Diversity Plan
Media Relations
In 2019, AdvantAge Ontario produced a six-part series on the art of media relations for the exclusive use of full members. This customized series was led by Warren Weeks, Canada’s busiest media training coach.
Every other month, the Association shared a short video module focusing on a specific aspect of media relations. Select episodes also included collateral materials, including checklists, dos and don’ts, and more. Watch the full series below:
Topics
Episode 1: What to do when the media spotlight is on your home
Episode 3: Generating Positive Coverage
Episode 4: Writing a Great Press Release
Handling Inquiries from the Media: A Step-by-Step Guide
In addition to the video series above, this quick guide offers proven tips, techniques and reminders to help you respond effectively to media inquiries.
What to Do When the Media Calls
Quick tips on how to respond when the media reach out to you
Three Steps to Managing Media Interviews
A quick overview to help you prepare effectively for media interviews.
Cannabis
Developed in partnership with DDO Health Law and Medisystem Pharmacy, the AdvantAge Ontario Cannabis Toolkit will help health care professionals in long term care homes and other residential health settings to navigate the comprehensive legal framework that applies to medical cannabis. The updated toolkit lays out the legal framework, risk management strategies and considerations, and rules related to appropriate accommodation of recreational and medical cannabis in senior care settings. Two policy templates are also included.
Note
The toolkit is for informational purposes only and is not intended as legal or professional advice. Organizations with questions about statutory obligations and compliance are advised to seek their own legal or professional advice based on their particular circumstances.
AdvantAge Ontario Developed Supports
Cannabis Toolkit - Policy Templates
Medical Cannabis Policy and Procedure for Resident Use
Additional Supports
Public Services Health & Safety Association (PSHSA)
- Cannabis in the Workplace Cannabis
- Cannabis ... An Employer's Guide to the New Normal
Canadian Public Health Association
- Cannabasics
Government of Canada
Cannabis Act (Canada)
https://laws-lois.justice.gc.ca/eng/acts/C-24.5/Cannabis Regulations(Canada)
https://laws-lois.justice.gc.ca/eng/regulations/SOR-2018-144/index.htmlMedical Use of Cannabis
https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/topics/cannabis-for-medical-purposes.htmlNarcotic Control Regulations
http://laws.justice.gc.ca/eng/regulations/C.R.C.%2C_c._1041/Government of Ontario
Cannabis Control Act, 2017
https://www.ontario.ca/laws/statute/17c26?search=cannabisSmoke-Free Ontario Act, 2017
https://www.ontario.ca/laws/statute/17s26?search=cannabisCollege of Family Physicians of Canada
Authorizing Dried Cannabis (Medical Marijuana) for Chronic Pain or Anxiety: Preliminary Guidance
http://www.cfpc.ca/Dried_Cannabis_Prelim_Guidance/KPMG
Improving Medical Marijuana Management in Canada (Prepared for the Canadian Pharmacists Association)
Download PDFMAID
In partnership with DDO Health Law, AdvantAge Ontario has developed a comprehensive toolkit with important information and guidance materials to support members. These resources are found below under “AdvantAge Ontario Developed Supports”.
We have also gathered resources from other sources that we are sharing. These “Additional Supports” are intended for information purposes only, are not included in the toolkit, and have not necessarily been reviewed by AdvantAge Ontario.
Note
The toolkit is for informational purposes only and is not intended as legal or professional advice. Organizations with questions about statutory obligations and compliance are advised to seek their own legal or professional advice based on their particular circumstances.
AdvantAge Ontario Developed Supports
These members’-only resources were developed with DDO Health Law. As the law continues to evolve, AdvantAge Ontario will update these supports, as needed, to ensure you have access to accurate, current information.
August 2019
Download PDF
November 2017
Download PDF
July 20, 2016
Download PDF
Additional Supports
These resources have been gathered from AdvantAge Ontario member homes and related stakeholder groups to keep you informed.
Cannabis Toolkit - Policy Templates
Medical Cannabis Policy and Procedure for Resident Use
Additional Supports
These resources have been gathered from AdvantAge Ontario member homes and related stakeholder groups to keep you informed.
AdvantAge Ontario Member Resources
Template for MAID Report to Governing Body
Government Resources
Federal
- The Federal Government website
Provincial
- The Ontario Government website
The Centre for Effective Practice
- The CEP Medical Assistance in Dying Resource
The MOHLTC engaged the Centre for Effective Practice (CEP) to develop a resource that will support a consistent approach to the processes of MAID and help clinicians (physicians and nurse practitioners) with the provision of MAID.
- The Federal Government website
- English
- French
- The Federal Government website
Clinician Aid For a Patient request in English and French
The purpose of this aid is to assist patients in making a written request for MAID that complies with the legal requirements. Once completed, the form is to be collected by the patient’s physician or nurse practitioner, and should be included in the patient’s medical records.
Clinician Aid For a Patient request in English and French
The purpose of this aid is to assist in maintaining records of requests for MAID. This aid is meant for physicians or nurse practitioners to use when a patient requests MAID and it is in the clinician’s intention to provide MAID to the patient. The completed aid should be included in the patient’s medical records.
Clinician Aid For a Patient request in English and French
This aid is to be completed by a physician or nurse practitioner to provide a written opinion confirming that the patient meets the eligibility criteria to receive MAID. The completed aid should be included in the patient’s medical records.
Other Resources
- College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario
- FAQ as of June 2016
- Lessons Learned as Identified by the Office of the Chief Coroner
- Policy Statement #4-16, Medical Assistance in Dying
- College of Nurses of Ontario
- Guidance on Nurses’ Roles in Medical Assistance in Dying
- MAID Data from the Office of the Chief Coroner
- April 30, 2017
- March 31, 2017
- November 20, 2016
- Ontario College of Pharmacists
- Provincial-Territorial Expert Advisory Group on Physician-Assisted Dying
- Report of the Special Joint Committee on Physician-Assisted Dying
- Standing Senate Committee on Legal and Constitutional Affairs
- Medical Assistance in Dying Draft Policy Template by the University of Toronto Joint Centre for Bioethics (JCB) MAID Implementation Task Force
LTC home members should see the AdvantAge Ontario toolkit for an adapted version of the policy and workflow diagram.
Ongoing Opportunities
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
We have compiled this list of resources to help members with diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives:
We will continue to update this web page with resources that become available. If you have any questions or resources to share, please email Petek Yurt.
City of Toronto
CLRI
- Leading and Learning with Pride: A Revitalized Tool Kit on Supporting 2SLGBTQI+ Seniors
FCO
RNAO
- A Home for All: 2SLGBTQI+ Resources For Long-Term Care Homes
Region of Peel Long Term Care and Adult Day Service Centers
NE IIKAANIGAANA TOOLKIT
- Cultural Competency and Diversity Plan
Media Relations
In 2019, AdvantAge Ontario produced a six-part series on the art of media relations for the exclusive use of full members. This customized series was led by Warren Weeks, Canada’s busiest media training coach.
Every other month, the Association shared a short video module focusing on a specific aspect of media relations. Select episodes also included collateral materials, including checklists, dos and don’ts, and more. Watch the full series below:
Topics
Episode 1: What to do when the media spotlight is on your home
Episode 3: Generating Positive Coverage
Episode 4: Writing a Great Press Release
Handling Inquiries from the Media: A Step-by-Step Guide
In addition to the video series above, this quick guide offers proven tips, techniques and reminders to help you respond effectively to media inquiries.
What to Do When the Media Calls
Quick tips on how to respond when the media reach out to you
Three Steps to Managing Media Interviews
A quick overview to help you prepare effectively for media interviews.
Cannabis
Developed in partnership with DDO Health Law and Medisystem Pharmacy, the AdvantAge Ontario Cannabis Toolkit will help health care professionals in long term care homes and other residential health settings to navigate the comprehensive legal framework that applies to medical cannabis. The updated toolkit lays out the legal framework, risk management strategies and considerations, and rules related to appropriate accommodation of recreational and medical cannabis in senior care settings. Two policy templates are also included.
Note
The toolkit is for informational purposes only and is not intended as legal or professional advice. Organizations with questions about statutory obligations and compliance are advised to seek their own legal or professional advice based on their particular circumstances.
AdvantAge Ontario Developed Supports
Cannabis Toolkit - Policy Templates
Medical Cannabis Policy and Procedure for Resident Use
Additional Supports
Public Services Health & Safety Association (PSHSA)
- Cannabis in the Workplace Cannabis
- Cannabis ... An Employer's Guide to the New Normal
Canadian Public Health Association
- Cannabasics
Government of Canada
Cannabis Act (Canada)
https://laws-lois.justice.gc.ca/eng/acts/C-24.5/Cannabis Regulations(Canada)
https://laws-lois.justice.gc.ca/eng/regulations/SOR-2018-144/index.htmlMedical Use of Cannabis
https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/topics/cannabis-for-medical-purposes.htmlNarcotic Control Regulations
http://laws.justice.gc.ca/eng/regulations/C.R.C.%2C_c._1041/Government of Ontario
Cannabis Control Act, 2017
https://www.ontario.ca/laws/statute/17c26?search=cannabisSmoke-Free Ontario Act, 2017
https://www.ontario.ca/laws/statute/17s26?search=cannabisCollege of Family Physicians of Canada
Authorizing Dried Cannabis (Medical Marijuana) for Chronic Pain or Anxiety: Preliminary Guidance
http://www.cfpc.ca/Dried_Cannabis_Prelim_Guidance/KPMG
Improving Medical Marijuana Management in Canada (Prepared for the Canadian Pharmacists Association)
Download PDFMAID
In partnership with DDO Health Law, AdvantAge Ontario has developed a comprehensive toolkit with important information and guidance materials to support members. These resources are found below under “AdvantAge Ontario Developed Supports”.
We have also gathered resources from other sources that we are sharing. These “Additional Supports” are intended for information purposes only, are not included in the toolkit, and have not necessarily been reviewed by AdvantAge Ontario.
Note
The toolkit is for informational purposes only and is not intended as legal or professional advice. Organizations with questions about statutory obligations and compliance are advised to seek their own legal or professional advice based on their particular circumstances.
AdvantAge Ontario Developed Supports
These members’-only resources were developed with DDO Health Law. As the law continues to evolve, AdvantAge Ontario will update these supports, as needed, to ensure you have access to accurate, current information.
August 2019
Download PDF
November 2017
Download PDF
July 20, 2016
Download PDF
Additional Supports
These resources have been gathered from AdvantAge Ontario member homes and related stakeholder groups to keep you informed.
Cannabis Toolkit - Policy Templates
Medical Cannabis Policy and Procedure for Resident Use
Additional Supports
These resources have been gathered from AdvantAge Ontario member homes and related stakeholder groups to keep you informed.
AdvantAge Ontario Member Resources
Template for MAID Report to Governing Body
Government Resources
Federal
- The Federal Government website
Provincial
- The Ontario Government website
Federal
- The Federal Government website
The MOHLTC engaged the Centre for Effective Practice (CEP) to develop a resource that will support a consistent approach to the processes of MAID and help clinicians (physicians and nurse practitioners) with the provision of MAID.
- The Federal Government website
- English
- French
Ongoing Opportunities
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2025-2026 Provincial Pre-Budget Submission
AdvantAge Ontario believes that increased funding in the next provincial budget should focus on four critical areas:
In our submission, Time is Running Out: Investing Now to Meet the Care Needs of Ontario’s Seniors, we have put forward our four top priorities (listed above) and 21 recommendations.
