About OHODN
A collaborative community of organization development practitioners advancing innovation and transformation across Ontario’s healthcare system.
Who We Are
The Ontario Healthcare OD Network (OHODN) is a collaborative community of organization development (OD) practitioners advancing innovation and transformation across Ontario's healthcare system.
We connect professionals who are passionate about advancing OD practice, sharing expertise, and driving collaborative solutions that create a stronger, more adaptive, and inclusive healthcare system for all Ontarians.
We aim to elevate organization development practice across Ontario healthcare.
At a Glance
Members
200+
Scope
Ontario healthcare organizations
Organizations
70+
Focus
Transforming Healthcare Systems
“The art of influencing the behavior of human systems to improve the well‑being, performance and prosperity of said system.”
— Aiken, 2025
Redefining OD
OD is not just a role—it’s an organizational capability. A growing number of roles have begun embedding OD practices into their work to help people and teams adapt, collaborate, and innovate.
Each of these roles—and the perspectives they bring—has a place in our Network.
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Organizational Development
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Organizational Effectiveness
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Organizational Design
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Learning & Development
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Leadership Development
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Talent Management
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Workplace Wellness
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Human Resources Strategy
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Strategic HR Business Practices
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Executive Coaches
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Project Management
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Change Management
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Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility & Anti-Racism
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Strategy Management
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Process & Quality Improvement
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Management & Leadership
Our Vision
To advance collaborative OD solutions that create a stronger, more adaptive, and inclusive healthcare system for all Ontarians.
Our Mission
To connect OD practitioners and optimize OD expertise across Ontario’s health system by...
Fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing, supporting professional development, and mobilizing expertise to tackle system‑wide challenges.
Our Strategic Directions
Elevating Ontario Healthcare OD Practice
We aim to build shared understanding, strengthen foundational skills, and create clear pathways for practitioners to deepen their expertise and impact.
Tackling “Wicked Problems”
We aim to harness collective expertise to co‑create innovative solutions to complex, system‑wide healthcare challenges.
Optimizing Collaboration & Resource Sharing
We aim to create forums where members can easily share resources, ideas, and potential solutions.
Championing IDEA‑AR
We aim to embed inclusion, diversity, equity, accessibility, and anti‑racism in our practices, events, and collaborative initiatives.