Welcome to CAMH, future leaders and colleagues!
As the Vice President of Clinical Operations and Chief Nurse Executive, it is my distinct honour to welcome each of you to CAMH. Your presence here, embarking on this next part of your learning journey, fills us with hope and excitement for the future of mental health care in Canada.
At CAMH, we are unwavering in our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We strive every day to create a space where every individual, regardless of background, identity, or lived experience is valued and heard. We celebrate the differences that each of you brings, knowing that diversity enriches our environment, inspires innovation, and leads to the best outcomes for our patients, families and communities.
Our Mission is clear: to drive innovative mental health care, research, education, and advocacy to create a better tomorrow for people with mental illness and addictions. Our Vision is a world where mental health is health. Our Values, courage, respect, excellence, and compassion, shape every interaction and initiative at CAMH.
During your placement, you will be a part of an interprofessional team dedicated to compassionate, evidence-based care. You will witness firsthand our philosophy of recovery, patient empowerment, and trauma-informed care. You will find mentors, role models, and peers ready to support your learning, encourage your curiosity, and celebrate your successes. You’ll also be encouraged to share your insights, we know that true learning goes both ways.
Here, you will have the unique opportunity to engage in leading-edge research, participate in advocacy, and help transform the mental health system. Whether you aspire to be a clinician, a researcher, an educator, or an advocate, CAMH will ignite your passion and challenge you to grow.
Most importantly, I want you to know that you belong here. At CAMH, your contributions are valued. Your growth matters. And your future is important to us. We hope your time with us is meaningful, inspiring, and, perhaps, life changing.
I invite you to think big, be bold, and see yourself not only as our student learners, but as our future colleagues and change-makers. Together, we can make a difference.
Welcome to CAMH. Welcome to a community where your potential is limitless.
Dionne Sinclair MScN, MCHM, RN, CHE, FCAN
Vice President Clinical Operations & Chief Nursing Executive