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Catholic Health Alliance of Canada
Program FOR VIRTUAL Conference
Rise Up and Reach Out
The Pandemic Calls
Forth the Compassionate
Healing Ministry of Jesus
Annual National Conference
Thursday May 6, 2021 & Friday May 7, 2021
10:30 – 16:45 EST
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Welcome Participants
Welcome to the 58th annual national Catholic health care conference being held, like
so many other initiatives during this pandemic, virtually. Our theme this year is Rise
Up and Reach Out: The Pandemic Calls Forth the Compassionate Healing Ministry
of Jesus.
The Catholic Health Alliance of Canada brings together 14 sponsors who give direction
and guidance to the 129 Catholic health care operating entities across the country.
We are guided by our strategic plan Witness, Proclaim, Serve and a common work
plan to take action and bring value to all of our organizations. Together, we are called
on to lead, collaborate, innovate, and influence in order to improve health care in
Canada and to serve where the needs are greatest — especially for people who are
poor, vulnerable and marginalized.
While there is no doubt this pandemic is “unprecedented”, Catholic health care has a history, as well as the
Healing Ministry of Jesus, to draw from as we navigate our way through these times. I am reminded of the
story of the Grey Nuns arrival in my home of Saskatoon over a hundred years ago. Navigating up the river
they came across what is now Saskatoon and found a raging typhoid epidemic. Instead of carrying on with
their journey, they stopped to care for those in need, eventually founding St. Paul’s Hospital in Saskatoon.
Catholic health care is called once again to do the same — care for those who have been greatly affected
by the pandemic, especially vulnerable populations. As is often said, we may all be in this storm together,
but how we navigate it varies greatly — some have no life raft or life-jacket at all. We do well to recall that
this journey has also been difficult for those that serve in Catholic health care: health care staff, volunteers,
ethicists, spiritual care workers, administrators and members of our Boards. Let us remember the often
incredible pressure that these folks have endured and continue to experience throughout this pandemic, all
the while doing a remarkable job in caring for those who come to us in need. The fear, anxiety, moral distress
and pressure they encounter is, indeed, “unprecedented”.
Over the course of this conference, we will have the opportunity to share some of the stories that have emerged
from these challenging times and explore some of the ways in which our organizations have responded to
this pandemic. We will gain valuable insight into our successes and share our learnings, and we will explore
what still needs to be done in the days and years to come. These are examples of the healing presence of
Christ manifest through Catholic health care today!
Scott Irwin
Chairperson
Catholic Health Alliance of Canada
Catholic Health Alliance Of Canada
Our Mission
Inspired by the Gospel and grounded in shared beliefs and values, the
Alliance is a forum for Catholic health and social services Sponsors in
Canada, to exchange ideas and develop shared strategic initiatives that
support their ability to strengthen the healing ministry of Jesus.
We exist because we want a Canadian society that reaches out
to every person who is suffering from illness, stigma, poverty, or
loneliness.
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Schedule of Events
THURSDAY MAY 6, 2021 ~ 10:30 – 16:45 EST
10:30 Words of Welcome and Opening Prayers
Indigenous Land Acknowledgement, John Ruetz and Cardinal
Peter Turkson, The Holy See (the Vatican, Rome)
10:50 The Pandemic and Catholic Social Teachings
Sister Carol Zinn and Bishop George Thomas
11:45 Break
11:55 The Pandemic and Learning from History
Dr. Julio S. G. Montaner
12:45 Lunch Break
13:30 Catholic Health Alliance of Canada National Award Presentations
14:15 The Pandemic and Those We Serve
Homelessness: Tessa Blaikie-Whitecloud, and Dr. Naheed Dosani
15:00 Break
15:15 Indigenous: Dr. Lindsay Farrell
15:50 Refugees and Newcomers to Canada: Alessandra Santopadre
and Rudy Ovcjak
16:30 Reflective Entertainment by Catherine MacLellan
17:00 Conference concludes for the day.
FRIDAY MAY 7, 2021 ~ 10:30 – 16:30 EST
10:30 Welcome and opening prayer
Special Recognitions
11:15 The Pandemic and Long-term Care Response: Loss,
Loneliness, and Grief
Dr. David Sabapathy, and Major General Guy Chapdelaine
12:00 Panel discussion of sponsored works
Tara Brousseau-Snider, Dr. Kristin Reynolds and Dr. Francis Maza
12:45 Lunch Break
13:30 The Pandemic and Caring For Our People
Sajel Bellon, Ed.D, RP, CTSS
Moderated session with breakout sessions
14:50 Break
15:00 The Pandemic and the Future
Fiona Dalton and Fr. Michael Rozier, SJ
Moderated session with group discussion
16:10 Conference closing remarks — John Ruetz
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Keynote Speakers and Sessions
Thursday May 6, 2021 ~ 10:30
Greetings: Cardinal Peter Turkson, First Prefect, Dicastery for promoting
Integral Human Development. The Holy See (Vatican, Rome)
Born in 1948 in Ghana, Cardinal Peter K.A. Turkson studied theology at St Anthony-on-
Hudson Seminary in New York and was ordained a priest in 1975. He did graduate studies
at the Pontifical Biblical Institute in Rome, 1976-80 and 1987-92. In 1992 he was appointed
Archbishop of Cape Coast by St. John Paul II and elevated to Cardinal in 2003. He was
President of the Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference 1997-2005, and since 2003 has been
Chancellor of the Catholic University College of Ghana. In 2009 Pope Benedict XVI named
Cardinal Turkson as President of the Pontifical Council for Justice and Peace, reconfirmed
by Pope Francis in 2013. Cardinal Turkson has been appointed by Pope Francis as first
Prefect of the new Dicastery for promoting Integral Human Development on 31st August
2016. A dicastery is a department of the administration of the Holy See through which the
Pope directs the Roman Catholic Church.
Thursday May 6, 2021 ~ 10:50
The Pandemic and Catholic Social Teachings
Dr. Carol Zinn, SSJ, Ph.D.
Dr. Carol Zinn, a Sister of St. Joseph from Chestnut Hill, Philadelphia, PA serves as a
professional consultant with the Saint John Vianney Center providing workshops for Women
Religious on topics of community health & transition. Dr. Carol Zinn earned a BS in Education
from Chestnut Hill College, PA; a Master’s in Theology from St. Bonaventure University, NY;
and a Doctorate in Curriculum Development and Education Foundations from the University
of North Carolina-Greensboro. She was also a research fellow at Episcopal Divinity School
and Harvard University on the topic: Leadership and Transformation. Dr. Zinn worked in
grassroots-based international movements as a consultant and facilitator. She works with
multi-sector and multi-issue groups in helping people deepen an understanding of global
realities, local efforts, and the connections inherent to further global systemic change.
Most Reverend George Leo Thomas, Ph.D.
George Leo Thomas is an American prelate of the Catholic Church who has served as
Bishop of Las Vegas since 2018. He received his B.A. degree in literature from Carroll College
in 1972 and received a Master of Divinity degree at St. Thomas Seminary. He was ordained
to the priesthood in 1976 and has been a parish administrator, Catholic chaplain to the
King County Jail and the Seattle City Jail for 12 years. In 1983 he was awarded a master’s
degree in counseling and community mental health at the University of Washington and
in 1986 he earned a Doctor of Philosophy degree. In 1987, Father Thomas was appointed
chancellor and vicar general, positions he held for 17 years. He was appointed Auxiliary
Bishop of Seattle by Pope John Paul II in 1999, and ordained Bishop in 2000. On March
23, 2004, he was appointed Bishop of the Diocese of Helena, and was installed at the
Cathedral of St. Helena on June 4, 2004.
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Thursday May 6, 2021 ~ 11:00
The Pandemic and Catholic Social Teachings, continued
At a period in time where everyone in the world has been affected by
COVID-19, there has been no better time to show Catholic social teaching
in action, to live out our values, and to care for vulnerable people. In this
first session, Bishop Thomas and Sister Carol Zinn will each speak followed
by a Q and A period. Although there are many principles of Catholic social
teaching, they have selected a few for consideration.
After providing us a fundamental understanding of Catholic Social Teaching
Bishop Thomas will provide us insight into the dignity of the human person,
solidarity, and the common good. Sister Carol will cite a poem to begin
her talk, contextualize it in a story that pulls out the hope and inspiration
we need, and then elaborate on the principles of stewardship, healing/
conciliation, and subsidiarity.
Thursday May 6, 2021 ~ 11:55
The Pandemic and Learning from History
Moderated by Christopher DeBono from Providence Health Care, Vancouver, British Columbia
Julio Montaner, OC, OBC, MD, FRCPC,
FCCP
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on HIV Therapeutics (2014-2017). Dr. Montaner
played a key role in the development and implementation of Highly
Active Antiretroviral Therapy (HAART) as the modern standard of care for
HIV disease. He then pioneered Treatment as Prevention® (TasP®) using
HAART to simultaneously stop progression to AIDS and death, and HIV
Dr. Julio Montaner stands in front of transmission. Dr. Montaner has received numerous awards and distinctions
a painting of St. Paul’s Hospital for his research work, among them the Knowledge Translation Award from
Vancouver, BC the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR), Prix Galien Award, Albert
Einstein World of Science Award, Hope is a Vaccine Award from the Global
Alliance to Immunize against AIDS, and the David Barry DART Achievement
Award that is given in recognition of invaluable contributions to the field
of HIV drug discovery.
Dr. Montaner will spend 30 minutes storytelling
about the AIDS/HIV pandemic, what he and his team
have done over time, what has resulted with the
treatment programs and stopping the progression
of this disease. There will then be a Questions and
Answer period moderated by Christopher DeBono.
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Thursday May 6, 2021 ~ 13:30
National Award Presentations
This year, as part of the 2021 virtual national Catholic health care
conference the Catholic Health Alliance of Canada will recognize
leadership in three categories:
Lifetime Achievement ~ Catholic health care in Canada has been
blessed with a legacy of faithful leaders whose dedication throughout
their careers has built the ministry and ultimately brought care and
healing to persons and communities.
Tomorrow’s National Leaders ~ Tomorrow’s National Leaders Award is
given to young leaders who have already made significant contributions
to the ministry locally and who, through their leadership, can provide
prophetic witness to the mission of Catholic health care at the national
level.
Programs of Distinction ~ Motivated by Christ’s call to care for
those who are poor, suffering and vulnerable, Catholic health care
organizations respond with innovative approaches to the needs of
people within and beyond their communities.
Thursday May 6, 2021 ~ 14:15
The Pandemic and Those We Serve
Moderated by Julie Turenne-Maynard from the Catholic Health Association of Manitoba
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Homelessness ~ Rooted in the healing ministry of
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and provide care to all people, especially those who are aynard
most vulnerable. We take a holistic and compassionate
approach, recognizing the whole person in community, the fundamental link
between spirituality and healing, and the diverse cultural and spiritual needs of
those we serve. In this session we will be dialoguing with individuals who are
devoted to help and serve those experiencing homelessness, the indigenous
population, and immigrants, refugees, and asylum seekers. They will share
their experiences and what they have witnessed since this pandemic began,
starting with “Dignity on the Street — tackling Covid and homelessness.”
Dr. Naheed Dosani
Dr. Naheed Dosani is a palliative care physician who cares for the homeless and vulnerably
housed individuals with dignity and compassion, whether in a shelter or on the street. He
founded and launched “Palliative Education and Care for the Homeless” (PEACH) on the
day he graduated in July 2014. PEACH delivers community-based hospice palliative care
to society’s most vulnerable individuals regardless of their housing status or factors such
as poverty or substance use.
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Thursday May 6, 2021 ~ 14:15
The Pandemic and Those We Serve, continued
The program brings housing, mental health, and healthcare providers together to plan
an individual’s care while recognizing, but not judging, that person’s circumstances. Dr.
Dosani is also a Palliative Care Physician at William Osler Health System; Assistant Clinical
Professor, Division of Palliative Care, Department of Family Medicine, McMaster University,
and a Lecturer, Division of Palliative Care, Department of Family & Community Medicine,
University of Toronto.
Tessa Blaikie-Whitecloud
Tessa Blaikie Whitecloud grew up in Winnipeg, Manitoba. She has coached wrestling, taught
fitness, and supported Winnipeg’s mental health acting as the local organizer for Clara’s Big
Ride. Today Tessa works with 1JustCity, creating a Winnipeg founded on love and equity. Her
work supports 500 individuals every week who are accessing everything from basic needs
like showers, a warm meal, and a welcoming loving community at one of the four member
charities (St Matthews Maryland Community Ministry, North End Stella Community Ministry,
Oak Table Community Ministry and West Broadway Community Ministry) to one-on-one
care in crisis, healing programming for Residential School Survivors and more. As an ally,
academic, and activist, Tessa is committed to the dismantling of privilege in the pursuit of
social justice. She tackles these issues practically and theoretically in her classrooms, teaching
at the University of Winnipeg in Sociology.
Thursday May 6, 2021 ~ 15:15
The Pandemic and Those We Serve
Indigenous ~ Dr. Lindsay Farrell is Anishinaabe and grew up in Thunder
Bay. Her family is from Whitewater Lake in Northern Ontario and she is a
member of Eabametoong First Nation. She is the Director of Indigenous
Wellness, Reconciliation & Partnerships at Providence Health Care (PHC).
Dr. Farrell is additionally an Adjunct Professor in the Faculty of Medicine
at the University of British Columbia with main areas of research focus on
Indigenous wellness, harm reduction, cannabis & mental health, impacts
of Indigenous Cultural Safety (ICS) on improved health outcomes. Lindsay
will spend 15-20 minutes speaking on the work of the Indigenous Wellness
Program at Providence Health Care and supporting resiliency.
Thursday May 6, 2021 ~ 15:50
The Pandemic and Those We Serve
Refugees and Newcomers to Canada ~ Catholic health care is committed
to social justice and to collaborate with partners to create the conditions for
a just and caring society, where people’s voices are heard, and every person
can thrive in community. With a focus on dignity, respect, and compassion,
we advocate for service to individuals at times of their greatest vulnerability,
and to create culturally safe environments of health and healing. We will
now focus on the impact COVID-19 has had on immigrants, refugees and
asylum seekers and begin by viewing this short video.
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Rudy Ovcjak
Rudy Ovcjak is the Director of the Archdiocese of Toronto’s Office for Refugees (ORAT),
Canada’s largest Private Sponsor of Refugees. The office sponsors and settles hundreds
of refugees each year. An important part of their work includes conducting overseas
mission trips, where it selects refugees who have no hope of government sponsorship
and who have no family in Canada who could sponsor them. These selected refugees
are matched with parishes throughout the Archdiocese whose members welcome and
assist them as they begin their new life in Canada. Rudy holds a Bachelor of Applied Arts
Degree in Geography from Ryerson University, and a Masters of Business Administration
from the University of Western Ontario. In 2010, he was ordained as a Roman Catholic
Deacon and serves at his parish of St. Isaac Jogues. He is also a chaplain at Ontario Shores
Centre for Mental Health Sciences; and is a member of the Finance and Audit Committee
for the International Catholic Migration Commission (ICMC). He and his wife, Kathy have
four children, three grandchildren and reside in Pickering, Ontario.
Alessandra Santopadre
Alessandra Santopadre was born in Italy. She has worked for 15 years for immigrants and
refugees around the world: Mexico, South Africa, Mozambique, Bolivia, Argentina, Haiti,
Philippines. Eight years ago, she emigrated to Canada and began working as a Pastoral
Worker in Laval for the Diocese of Montreal. As of January 2016, Alessandra is the Assistant
to the Office of Cultural communities and rituals. In her duties she is responsible for the
refugee sponsorship program, the asylum seekers portfolio, and oversees the shelter, Le
Pont. She is also responsible for assisting seasonal agricultural workers and accompanying
the cultural communities of the Diocese of Montreal in different areas of need. She has a
degree in Social Anthropology, has completed a Certificate in Immigration at the Université
du Québec à Montréal, and is finishing a certificate on Cultural Diversity at the University
of Laval.
“The world exists for everyone,
because all of us were born
with the same dignity.
Differences of colour, religion,
talent, place of birth or
residence, and so many others,
cannot be used to justify the
privileges of some over the
rights of all. As a community,
we have an obligation to
ensure that every person lives
with dignity and has sufficient
opportunities for his or her
integral development.”
#118, Fratelli Tutti
Pope Francis
2019
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Thursday May 6, 2021 ~ 16:30
Entertainment by Catherine MacLellan
Catherine MacLellan is folk music troubadour, representing Canada at
home and internationally for 20 years. Her album, COYOTE, is nominated
for three, 2021 Canadian Folk Awards, four 2021 East Coast Music Awards,
a Juno for Contemporary Folk Album of 2020. She has recently won
Contemporary Roots and Solo Recording of the Year at the 2021 Music
PEI Awards. Recorded and self-produced at her studio in PEI, COYOTE is
reflective and hopeful; a travelogue through heartbreak, loss and the joy
of life. She is respected by her peers for her talent and dedication to the
craft of songwriting - a craft she had a front row seat to at an early age,
watching her father, the legendary Gene MacLellan. Catherine has become
photo by an advocate for reducing the stigma associated with mental illness and
Millefiore-Clarkes has been able to talk to this subject on a local, national and international
level, speaking at wellness events and appearing on such shows as CBC’s
the Sunday Edition and Q.
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Friday May 7, 2021 ~ 10:35
Special Recognitions
Rev. Francis Morrisey, OMI Michael Shea Rev. Michel Côté, OP
1936-2020 A distinguished career in Catholic For providing 50 years of service
Canon lawyer and champion of health care spanning many years as a translator to Catholic
Catholic health care in Canada of service in Alberta which health care in Canada at the
as well as internationally. He was culminated as the President national level for conventions,
a wise advisor in the foundation and CEO of the Catholic Health conferences, seminars and
and role of Catholic Sponsorship. Alliance of Canada. symposia.
Friday May 7, 2021 ~ 11:15
The Pandemic and Long-term Care Response – Loss, Loneliness, and Grief
Moderated by John Woods, President at St. Joseph’s Villa in Dundas, Ontario
Dr. David Sabapathy will give a brief introduction of how
the provincial ministry of Prince Edward Island Health is
directly connected to its 20 Long-term Care facilities,
those organizations that are public, private or possess a
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during the pandemic, contrasting it with PEI’s which
was fortunate enough to have had only one resident
case in LTC to date. He will conclude by providing the 7 strengths and 3
challenges long-term care faces moving forward. He will also touch on
how some staff are feeling survivor’s guilt for not experiencing the chaos
that has occurred in other countries and provinces.
Dr. David Sabapathy
Dr. David Sabapathy is the Deputy Chief Public Health Officer for the province of Prince
Edward Island. A medical physician and fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and
Surgeons of Canada, Dr. Sabapathy specializes in Public Health and Preventive Medicine.
He has held roles in public health and health care administration with the Calgary Health
Region, Alberta Health Services, and the PEI Ministry of Health. Dr. Sabapathy worked
formerly in the private sector enabling the integration of systems thinking in public health.
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The Pandemic and Long-term Care Response, continued
He holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Master of Business Administration,
Master of Science in Health Services Research, Doctor of Medicine, and a Clinical Fellowship
in Applied Public Health Research. His current academic appointment is with Dalhousie
University in the Department of Community Health and Epidemiology.
Friday May 7, 2021 ~ 11:30
Major-General Guy Chapdelaine will address the experiences of the Canadian
Armed Forces that were deployed to Personal Care Homes (PCHs) in the
provinces of Quebec and Ontario, and the impact this had on many young
soldiers who in the 2nd wave had no experience working in health care and
coming to the aid of residents who were lacking basic care needs, not to
mention the trauma associated with witnessing many deaths. The Armed
Forces (AF) looked into the possibility of imbedding chaplains into the facilities
to support the soldiers, but it was not possible. They made connections with
families who were trying to find out what was happening during lock downs.
Maj. Gen. Chapdelaine will also talk about the positive outcomes of soldiers
helping LTC facilities in crisis and the response they received from the public,
family members of residents and health care workers.
Major-General Guy Chapdelaine
Major-General Guy Chapdelaine joined the Canadian Armed Forces in June 1979 as a
reservist in the 52e Compagnie médicale in Sherbrooke (now the 52nd Sherbrooke Field
Ambulance). He obtained a Bachelor of Theology (B.Th.) from Université de Sherbrooke
(Québec) in 1984 and a Master of Arts in Theology (M.A) from Université Laval (Québec)
in 1989. After his presbyteral ordination (RC) in 1989 for the Roman Catholic Diocese of
Sherbrooke, he was promoted to the rank of captain. In 1998, Reverend Guy Chapdelaine
began full-time ministry in the Canadian Armed Forces Chaplain Branch. Padre Chapdelaine
was promoted to the rank of brigadier-general in August 2015, and appointed as the
Chaplain General later the same month. In 2017 the position of Chaplain General was
up-ranked to Major-General.
Friday May 7, 2021 ~ 12:00
Panel Discussion of Sponsored Works
This Panel, moderated by John Woods will discuss the efforts being
made to create safe mental health conditions for staff in long-term care.
Dr. Francis Maza will share his experience as an ethicist concerning the
moral distress felt by leaders and staff in small Saskatchewan long-term
care homes where staff and families often form very close bonds, not
to mention knowing many of the residents and their families personally.
Dr. Kristin Reynolds will then share her research on the “Experiences and
Needs of Staff and Management Working at the Frontline of Long-Term Care
in Central Canada” to help participants understand how they can support
management and staff working in long-term care.
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Panel Discussion of Sponsored Works, continued
Finally, Tara Brousseau-Snider will explain the resources developed and
implemented at Sara Riel Inc. Manitoba to support the mental health of
long-term care staff. The panel discussion will conclude with an overview of
the long and distinguished history of our healing ministry and the importance
of hope for the future.
Dr. Kristin Reynolds
Dr. Kristin Reynolds is a Registered Clinical Psychologist and Assistant Professor in the
Department of Psychology at the University of Manitoba. She is a Research Affiliate with the
University of Manitoba Centre on Aging and a Member of the Children’s Hospital Research
Institute of Manitoba. She is the Director of the Health Information Exchange Laboratory,
where her research aims to explore the decreasing gaps in the translation of health-related
knowledge to the public and increasing access to health-related information and services. Dr.
Reynolds’ work has been published in multidisciplinary and international journals including
World Psychiatry; Archives of Women’s Mental Health; Qualitative Health Research; and
Depression and Anxiety. Dr. Reynolds is passionate about mental health and is the Past-Chair
of the Canadian Psychological Association Clinical Section, the Public Education Coordinator
for the Manitoba Psychological Society, and a member of the Board of Directors of the
Anxiety Disorders Association of Manitoba.
Tara Brousseau Snider
Tara Brousseau Snider is Executive Director of Sara Riel Inc. which is a community
leader in mental health, substance use and addictions. Additionally, Ms. Snider serves
as a therapist for Recovery of Hope where she provides counselling on mental illness,
marriage counselling, emotion focus therapy, trauma therapy and EMDR. She is Vice-Chair
of the Addictions Foundation of Manitoba. She is co-chair of the Réseau Compassion
Network of Manitoba’s Mental Health, Substance Use and Addictions committee and
is a member of the Manitoba Psychological Steering committee and the Mental Health
and Addictions Network. Ms. Snider is a member of the Board of Directors of the Royal
Winnipeg Ballet and chairs the RWB school committee. Tara holds a master’s degree from
Yorkville University in Counselling Psychology and a Bachelor of Arts degree from Queen’s
University. Tara believes all people do their best when supported with compassion, respect
and understanding.
Dr. Francis Maza
Francis Maza is the Executive Lead for Mission, Ethics, and Spirituality for Emmanuel Care,
previously known as the Catholic Health Ministry of Saskatchewan. Francis’s ministry
experience includes parish ministry, prison ministry, inner-city outreach, and hospital
chaplain. In his ministry, Francis draws from his pastoral and incarnation theology, his
experience as a clinical and organizational ethicist, and his training as a certified Spiritual
Care chaplain to address the multiple issues facing Catholic health care today. Francis is
passionate about teaching and the formation of leaders. His research interests include
spirituality, ethics, in particular the area of moral distress and moral resilience, and mission
formation.
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The Pandemic and Caring for Our People
Moderated by Jane Helbrecht, Partner with AcuityHR, Winnipeg, Manitoba
Sajel Bellon
Sajel Bellon (Ed.D, CTSS) is an Occupational Stress and Trauma
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connection, positive transformation and growth for individuals
and organizations. She is an expert in cultivating the space and
conditions to improve work-life experiences and relationships, using the sciences of Positive
Psychology, Appreciative Inquiry, Positive Organizational Development and other modalities.
Friday May 7, 2021 ~ 15:00
The Pandemic and The Future
Moderated by Daniel Lussier, Réseau Compassion Network, Winnipeg, Manitoba
The Canadian health system is multifaceted, and
the impact of those involved in health care that are
connected with a Catholic Identity is an integral part of
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and services at Catholic facilities each year, and we
respond in the communities we serve with compassion,
innovation, patient-centeredness, ethical integrity, and the highest quality
care and services. The contributions of Catholic health care make the
Canadian health care system, and Canadian society, stronger. Yet, as people
and organizations, what are we going to do as we emerge from the acute
challenges of the pandemic. Going forward, how can we call forth the
compassionate healing ministry of Jesus?
Fiona Dalton
Fiona Dalton is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Providence Health Care in
Vancouver. She has 25 years of health care experience in both the UK and Canada and has
headed organizations with as many as 10,000 employees and an annual budget of $1.2
billion. She holds a BA Honours in Human Sciences from The Queen’s College, Oxford
University and received an Honorary Degree of Doctor of Science from the University of
Southampton in 2017.
Ms. Dalton’s experience, her emphasis on people, collaboration and organizational culture,
her commitment to performance excellence, and her focus on staff/physician engagement
and patient involvement was why Providence recruited her to lead its transformative work
as it continues to provide compassionate health care to all British Columbians.
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The Pandemic and The Future, continued
Father Michael Rozier
Father Michael Rozier was ordained a Jesuit priest in 2014. He is an assistant professor of
health management and policy at Saint Louis University with a secondary appointment in
the Albert Gnaegi Center for Health Care Ethics. Father Rozier earned an undergraduate
degree in chemistry from Saint Louis University, a Master of Health Science from Johns
Hopkins University, a Master of Divinity and a licentiate in sacred theology from Boston
College, and a doctorate in health management and policy from the University of Michigan.
He has served as an ethics fellow with the World Health Organization in Geneva, has been
an instructor at Saint Louis University where he taught global health and public health ethics.
Fr. Michael is also a member of the board of directors and sponsor board for SSM Health
Corporation and a member of the board of trustees of Marquette University.
Hope to see you “in person” next year in
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Wednesday May 11 to Friday May 13, 2022
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the People
of Catholic
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Winnipeg, Manitoba
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Scott Irwin, John Woods, Vice Chair
Chair, Governing Council Representing the
St. Joseph’s Health System,
Hamilton, Ontario.
Karen Barber Richard Corneil
Representing Representing
Emmanuel Care, Saskatchewan St. Joseph’s Health Care Society,
London, Ontario
Fiona Dalton Christopher De Bono
Representing Representing
Providence Health Care Society, Providence Living Society
Vancouver, BC and the Sisters of Providence of
Western Canada
Patrick Dumelie, Sara John Fowler
Representing Representing the
Catholic Health of Alberta Sisters of St. Ann Apostolates,
Victoria, British Columbia
Daniel Lussier Most Rev. Ronald Fabbro
Representing Réseau Compassion Representing the Canadian
Network, the Misericordia Conference of Catholic Bishops
Corporation, and the Sisters Servants (CCCB)
of Mary Immaculate
Julie Turenne Maynard Elizabeth Millett
Representing the Representing the
Provincial Catholic Health Sisters of St Martha of Antigonish,
Associations Nova Scotia
Beth Johnson Robert Stewart
Representing Representing
Catholic Health Sponsors of Ontario, Catholic Health International,
Toronto, Ontario Miramichi, NB
John Ruetz
President and CEO
Catholic Health Alliance of Canada,
Ottawa, Ontario
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