Accreditation Canada

06/10/2026

We are honoured to work alongside the First Nations, Inuit, and Métis families and communities in advancing the principles of Truth and Reconciliation in the design and delivery of health and social services.

This video highlights the voices and experiences of four Indigenous health centres, some beginning their quality improvement journey through Accreditation Canada’s Primer program, others long-time organizations accredited within the Qmentum Global™ program.

These stories reinforce culturally safe, community-driven care, while supporting staff and honouring traditions.

At Accreditation Canada, we are honoured to work alongside the First Nations, Inuit, and Métis families and communities in advancing the principles of Truth ...

06/09/2026

Accreditation Canada Diagnostics joins partners around the world in celebrating World Accreditation Day 2026.

This year’s theme, Innovation, Trust and Sustainability: The Power of Accreditation, reflects the critical role accreditation plays in building confidence in health care, testing and diagnostics systems.

Accreditation is an independent, globally recognized process that confirms competence, reliability, and impartiality. It enables innovation, and supports more consistent, sustainable practices across systems and borders.

As a member of Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated, Accreditation Canada Diagnostics is part of a unified global system that helps ensure accredited results are accepted worldwide, reducing duplication and supporting safer, more reliable care for all. Accreditation builds trust and provides confidence to people receiving care. https://hubs.la/Q04hY6H50

06/09/2026

Today, we join a global community in celebrating World Accreditation Day 2026.

This year’s theme, Innovation, Trust and Sustainability: The Power of Accreditation, recognizes the role accreditation plays in improving patient outcomes, reducing risks, and strengthening health systems. By setting evidence-informed standards, accreditation helps organizations identify gaps, focus their efforts, and build a culture of quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

As health care systems face growing sustainability and climate pressures, the challenge is clear: where to focus, how to act, and how to show results.

To mark the day, Accreditation Canada is hosting a global webinar Innovating for Purpose: Accreditation’s Role in Sustainable Health Care. In one hour, you will hear from leaders across Canada on how accreditation supports smarter decisions, effective implementation, and measurable clinical, operational, and environmental impact. You will also get a first look at the Climate Action Maturity Assessment.

Join us and be part of the global effort to build stronger, more sustainable health systems.

🔗 Register: https://accreditation.ca/webinars-and-events/innovating-for-purpose-accreditations-role-in-sustainable-health-care/

06/02/2026

Today, we launch the Echocardiography Quality Improvement (EQI) Pediatric Accreditation Program and welcome PACE Cardiology, as the first organization to enrol.

Already accredited in the EQI Adult Program, PACE is extending its commitment to quality across patient populations.

➡️ The program provides independent validation of:

◽ Clinical accuracy
◽ Standardized imaging and reporting
◽ Quality management systems
◽ Patient safety practices

PACE Cardiology’s early adoption signals a shift toward system-wide quality alignment.

Quality is not assumed. It is demonstrated.

Learn more: https://diagnostics.accreditation.ca/Diagnostic-Assessment-Programs/Echocardiography-Quality-Improvement-EQI-Program/Pediatric-EQI-Program

06/02/2026

During this National Indigenous History Month, we are spotlighting our client The Six Nations of the Grand River Department of Well-Being that serves the Six Nations of the Grand River community through a wide range of services that are vital to supporting the well-being of the community and addressing complex health needs.

Earlier this year, they achieved Exemplary Standing, the highest level of recognition awarded by Accreditation Canada. One of the most meaningful outcomes of accreditation was the strengthening of their people-centred approach. The accreditation process also inspired the team to seek feedback from the community.

Learn more about their accreditation journey: https://accreditation.ca/news/quality-improvement-stories/a-milestone-in-quality-care-six-nations-of-the-grand-river-department-of-well-being-achieves-exemplary-standing/

05/28/2026

Isabelle Savard, Directrice régionale Québec et Francophonie canadienne, explique le processus d'agrément dans le cadre d'un reportage sur TVA Nouvelles:

Le CIUSSS du Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean sera passé sous la loupe par Agrément Canada

05/27/2026

Yesterday, at Choosing Wisely Canada’s National Meeting, our Senior Program Manager, Andra Stancu, presented on the new Climate Action program that will be launching later this summer.

A new Accreditation Canada initiative, developed in partnership with the Canadian Coalition for Green Health Care, the Climate Action program helps organizations drive meaningful change through a step-by-step process that aligns with standards and Required Safety Practices. It enables organizations to set priorities for action, measure success and progress year over year by making small changes with compounding impacts.

Sign up to our mailing list to be notified when the Climate Action program is available: https://share.hsforms.com/1HwDzTswtTq6SdodAHfiiHA4xtw9

05/27/2026

Registration is open for the upcoming virtual course on internal auditing in medical laboratory and diagnostic imaging settings. This virtual classroom course is delivered over four two-hour sessions and is designed to introduce practical approaches to planning and conducting internal audits in a way that supports quality improvement.

An early bird rate is available up to one month before the session start date. The course is open to technologists, managers, supervisors, and others involved in medical laboratory or medical imaging environments, including those who are new to internal auditing concepts.

As space is limited, early registration is recommended. Check out our website to learn more: https://hubs.la/Q04hjFxz0

05/25/2026

At the Canadian Stroke Congress, Accreditation Canada proudly recognizes 18 sites across 10 organizations that achieved the Award of Distinction in Stroke Services over the past two years.

Congratulations to all recipients. This achievement highlights a strong commitment to quality, patient safety, and care aligned with the Canadian Stroke Best Practice Recommendations.

We extend special recognition to the 10 sites receiving Stroke Distinction for the first time. This reflects meaningful progress in advancing stroke care.

We also celebrate the Central South Regional Stroke Network for earning distinction as an Integrated System of Care. This accomplishment demonstrates the impact of coordinated system-wide collaboration.

These achievements reflect the dedication of interdisciplinary teams, strong leadership, and a clear focus on improving outcomes for patients and families.

To all award recipients, thank you for your leadership, innovation, and contributions to stroke care in Canada.

We also congratulate the Heart and Stroke Foundation on the 20th anniversary of the Canadian Stroke Best Practices. For two decades, these best practices have guided excellence in stroke prevention, treatment, and recovery across the country.

Scarborough Health Network Unity Health Toronto – St. Michael’s Hospital and Providence Healthcare Jewish Rehabilitation Hospital Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre – Bayview Campus and St. John’s Rehab Saskatchewan Health Authority – Royal University Hospital Institut universitaire de gériatrie de Montréal
Toronto Western Hospital, Toronto Rehab, and West Park Healthcare Centre Peterborough Regional Health Centre
Central South Regional Stroke Network - Hamilton Health Sciences Centre, Niagara Health System, Hotel Dieu Shaver Health and Rehabilitation Centre, Waterloo Regional Health Network Azienda ULSS3 Serenissima

05/22/2026

Climate resiliency is now a health care quality and cost issue. The question is: how do you decide what to focus on, how do you prove it worked?

Join us for World Accreditation Day 2026 to learn how accreditation helps organizations make targeted choices, implement effectively, and measure clinical, operational, and environmental ROI. https://zoom.us/webinar/register/7717764482763/WN_UliBjmJuT8207PPTDOYL-Q

In one hour, hear from Canada’s top leaders in health care sustainability about choosing the right innovations and proving results while connecting with a global learning community committed to building stronger health systems for better patient outcomes. You’ll also get a clear look at the forthcoming Climate Action Maturity Assessment as a concrete way to benchmark progress and share what works.