One of the many challenges in dealing with mental health law issues is understanding the relevant law and its application. Often decisions must be made quickly, with inadequate information or consultation. Failure to adequately assess risk, to properly address the rights of individuals and their families, or to provide proper patient care, can compromise essential rights of an individual and his or her family and create exposure to liability.
Now in its ninth year, this practice-based program gives you the knowledge and practical skills you need to competently and confidently handle mental health law issues. Over the course of five intensive, one-day modules, you will learn what you need to know and acquire best practices from some of the most knowledgeable and experienced experts in Canada. You will come away from this program with knowledge, tools, strategies and tactics that you can put to immediate use.
Key Benefits:
- Gain a clear understanding of the core principles of mental health law
- Acquire tools and strategies for handling mental health law issues
- Receive comprehensive learning materials that will be a useful and ongoing resource
- Connect with and learn from experts and peers who share your challenges
Faculty
Program Directors
- Kristin Taylor, Vice-President, Chief Legal & Risk Officer, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH)
- Michele Warner, Legal Counsel, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH)
- Kendra Naidoo, Legal Counsel, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH)
- Joan Barrett, Deputy Director, Crown Law Office – Criminal
- Janice E. Blackburn, Bersenas Jacobsen Chouest Thomson Blackburn LLP
- Katharine Byrick, Borden Ladner Gervais LLP
- Alice Charach, MD. MSc. FRCPC, Medical Director, Child and Youth Acute Care Collaborative (CAYACC), Division of Child and Youth Psychiatry; Associate Professor, University of Toronto Department of Psychiatry
- Dr. Sarah Anne Coleman, Geriatric Psychiatrist, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH)
- Sergeant Henry Dyck, Toronto Police Services
- Mary Jane Dykeman, DDO Health Law
- Kate Hunt, Legal Counsel, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH)
- Dr. Jason Joannou, Psychiatrist and Post Graduate Site Coordinator, Centre for Addition and Mental Health (CAMH); Lecturer, Department of Psychiatry, Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto
- Kelly Kilbreath, RSW, CTO Coordinator, The Royal Ottawa Health Centre
- Jane E. Meadus, Staff Lawyer and Institutional Advocate, Advocacy Centre for the Elderly (ACE)
- Kendra Naidoo,Legal Counsel, Centre for Addition and Mental Health (CAMH)
- Michael D. Newman, Vice Chair and Senior Lawyer Member, Consent and Capacity Board of Ontario
- Dr. Kiran Patel, BSc (Hons), MBBS, DipFMH, DipAB (Dist), MAcadMEd, FRCPsych, MCPsychI, FRCPC, Forensic Psychiatrist, Staff Psychiatrist, Forensic Assessment and Triage Unit (FATU), Clinical Head – Forensic Early Intervention Service (FEIS) and Medical Head – Criminal Justice Interface, Complex Care and Recovery Programme – Forensic Services, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health(CAMH)
- Jane Paterson, Director, Interprofessional Practice, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH)
- Sidney Peters, Counsel, Ministry of the Attorney General, Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee
- Lysa Priolo, Patient Advocate, Psychiatric Patient Advocate Office, (PPAO), MOHLTC
- Lonny J. Rosen, C.S., Rosen Sunshine LLP
- Kristin Taylor, Vice-President, Chief Legal & Risk Officer, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH)
- Anna Tersigni Phelan, BA, CHIM, Chief Privacy Officer, Risk/HIM Manager, Canadian Mental Health Association, Waterloo Wellington
- Michele Warner, Legal Counsel, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH)
- Carla Whillier, Barrister & Solicitor
Agenda
Canadian College of Health Leaders (CCHL)
MAINTENANCE OF CERTIFICATION: Attendance at this program entitles certified Canadian College of Health Leaders members (CHE / Fellow) to 10 Category II credits towards their maintenance of certification requirement.
Fees
Fees include attendance, program materials, continental breakfast, lunch and refreshments for each of the 5 days of the program. The price does not include accommodations. Please inquire about group discounts and financial assistance. Fees paid by individuals are eligible for a tuition tax credit. Dress is business casual.
Program Changes
We will make every effort to present the certificate program as advertised, but it may be necessary to change the dates, location, speakers or content with little or no notice. In the event of program cancellation, York University and Osgoode Hall Law School’s liability is limited to reimbursement of paid fees.
Certificate of Program Completion
In order to successfully complete the program and obtain an Osgoode Certificate in Mental Health Law, participants must attend all program modules and satisfactorily pass an online multiple-choice exam.
Substitutions, Cancellations and Refunds
Substitution of registrants is permitted at any time. If you are unable to find a substitute, a full refund is available if a cancellation request is received in writing 21 days prior to the program date. If a cancellation request is made with less than 21 days notice, a $150 administration fee will apply. No other refund is available.
Technical Support
In the event you experience technical difficulties, please contact opdsupport@osgoode.yorku.ca for assistance.
FAQs
Have a question? Read our FAQs.
Program Lawyer
If you have any questions or would like more information please contact:
Myrsini Zacharakis
mzacharakis@osgoode.yorku.ca
Program Details
- Date & Time
September 26, October 3, 10, 17 & 24, 2018
- Location
Osgoode Professional Development Centre,
1 Dundas St. W., 26th Floor Toronto, ON
- Fee per Delegate
$3,295 plus HST
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Printable Registration Form
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Who Should Attend
- Psychiatrists, physicians nurses and other licensed medical professionals
- Representatives from hospitals, psychiatric facilities, long-term care homes and community care agencies
- Health care and social service professionals
- Social Workers
- Representatives from hospitals, psychiatric facilities, long-term care facilities, CCAC’s and community service provider agencies
- Law enforcement officers
- Corrections and rehabilitation services representatives
- Crown lawyers, Defence Counsel, Duty Counsel
- Mental health patient advocates
- Health law practitioners
- Health care risk managers
- Government and public policy advisors
“Well researched, very relevant and very lively presentations”
Dr. Jacqueline Duncan, Psychiatrist, Mental Health Centre, Penetanguishene
“The comprehensive nature of this course is excellent. Much of the information will assist my organization in understanding mental health law, and in revising and updating our policies.”
Sheila Berry, Case Manager, Alliance Hospice, Toronto, Ontario
“Good discussion re: day to day issues.”
Robert Walton, Nurse Manager, Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care
“Excellent program with each module filled with an abundance of important material. Great presenters who are leaders in their areas of practice.”
Hotels & Parking
If you require accommodations in downtown Toronto, OsgoodePD has arranged Corporate Rates with several hotels within walking distance of our downtown conference centre.
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