Get Talking! Mental Health and Addiction: Where do we go from here?
From The MHSc in Translational Research hosted by TRP instructor Edyta Marcon.
Get Talking! is an in-person discussion series focused on the most challenging issues facing healthcare today including equitable access to care, legislation, funding, delivery, and innovation. It is intended to showcase multiple perspectives and create a forum for a constructive, respectful discussion.
Talk title: Mental Health and Addiction: Where do we go from here?
The coming discussion will focus on mental health and addictions, where are we now and what needs to be done. Join an Associate Minister of Mental Health and Addictions, Michael Tibollo, and his chief of staff Suzanne Dennison, for the discussion on Mental Health and Addiction. How can we address the Mental Health and Addiction crisis?
Coffee, Tea, and Snacks will be provided! Space is limited, please register early.
When & where
When: Tuesday, May 14, 4 - 6 pm
Where: Auditorium, 263 McCaul Street
Speakers
Michael Tibollo is a Minister of Mental Health and Addictions, Ontario. He has served in this capacity since June 2019. Previous to that role, he served as a Minister of Tourism, Culture, and Sport (2018 – 2019). Michael Tibollo has been a practicing lawyer for over 30 years when he decided that he wants to make a difference in policy development, particularly related to mental health and addictions. Mental Health was always close to his heart and he serves as the honorary chairman of the Caritas School of Life, a residential therapeutic community that provides services to men suffering from mental health and addiction problems.
Suzanne Dennison, Chief to Minister of Mental Health and Addiction since 2021, has an extensive background in both the private and public sector. She is a Registered Psychotherapist (CRPO) and a clinical supervisor in a private practice. She is the past President and Board Director of OAMHP, incorporated provincial body of mental health service providers. She is a Board Member and a Senior Strategic Officer for CITYONLINE AI Health Disruptive Healthcare Platform Company. As a practicing psychotherapist Suzanne Dennison brings a wealth of mental health expertise to the office of the Minister of Mental Health and Addictions.