The Southern Health-Santé Sud 12th Annual Public Meeting was held on November 6, 2024 via Microsoft Teams where participants from over 105 online connections received highlights from the past year.

Chairperson Adam Monteith opened the meeting with a heartfelt message to staff. “As a board, we sincerely acknowledge the critical role each of you play and the impact you have on people each day. You are the heart of health care and we hope this meeting will help encourage you even in a small way to see how your efforts at work leave an impression that matters. Heath care is a part of a much bigger story. The experience of the past few years has underscored the importance of having shared purpose, of leveraging our collective resources and aligning our efforts to overcome the challenges.”

The agenda included an update on achievements highlighted in the 2023-2024 Annual Report themed Thriving Together. CEO Jane Curtis and Board Chair Adam Monteith shared updates on capital building projects in the region, results from the Accreditation survey among other important accomplishments from the past year. A financial report was presented by Regional Lead – Corporate Services & Chief Financial Officer, Ainsley Wiebe. Quality Service Awards were also presented to multiple individuals and groups that were nominated by their peers.

The meeting concluded with a Question & Answer period and words of appreciation to the community, volunteers, staff and physicians.

A recording of the meeting and copy of the Annual Report can be found on our website.

Submitted by: Quality, Planning & Performance
For more info. contact: Trish Braun